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5 Questions First-Time Home Buyers in California Should Ask Their Realtor® Moving

5 Questions First-Time Home Buyers in California Should Ask Their Realtor®

Posted on Jan 22, 2018

To help you navigate the process of buying a home in the Golden State, we reached out to California realtor Jane Peters and asked what advice she had for first-time home buyers.

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How To Save Money for a Move Moving

How To Save Money for a Move

Posted on Oct 30, 2017

Whether you’re downsizing, moving out of your parents’ house for the first time, or upgrading to your first house, moving is a costly endeavor. Saving up before you move may seem as daunting as packing (and then unpacking) your life, but with our step-by-step guide, you can stop stalling and start saving.

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How To Fold A King-Size Mattress To Get It Up The Stairs Moving

How To Fold A King-Size Mattress To Get It Up The Stairs

Posted on Sep 18, 2017

The siren song of a better sleep has called to you, and it’s calling for a king size. But before you take the plunge, you’ll need to figure out the answer to a simple but often overlooked question: how are you going to move your new king size mattress up the stairs?

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8 Ways to Reduce Moving Stress Moving

8 Ways to Reduce Moving Stress

Posted on Sep 05, 2017

Regardless of whether you’re excited and eager to move to your new home or reluctant to embrace this unexpected and sometimes unwelcome event, moving can be an extremely stressful time. Try these tips to smooth the transition and make it a little less stressful.

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Moving Etiquette: Do's and Don’ts for Moving Day Moving

Moving Etiquette: Do's and Don’ts for Moving Day

Posted on Aug 21, 2017

After weeks of packing, decluttering, and dodging piles of boxes, the big day has finally arrived! We’ve compiled a quick guide to moving day etiquette to help your day go off without a hitch (and make sure you mind your moving manners). Take a look at our list of dos and don’ts for your moving day.

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9 Moving Scams and How to Avoid Them Blog

9 Moving Scams and How to Avoid Them

Posted on Aug 07, 2017

The best way to protect yourself against moving scams is to do your homework before you book, and keep your eyes peeled for common warning signs. Learn about the most common moving scams and what to look for so you can avoid them.

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26 Tips for Hosting a Successful Garage Sale Moving

26 Tips for Hosting a Successful Garage Sale

Posted on Jul 10, 2017

Hosting a garage sale is one of the most popular ways to declutter your home before a move. Turn a cumbersome move into an efficient operation with our advice for planning, pricing, promoting, and hosting a successful garage sale.

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Packing Peanuts vs. Bubble Wrap When Moving Moving

Packing Peanuts vs. Bubble Wrap When Moving

Posted on Sep 04, 2015

When it comes to packing up your belongings for a move you’ll need to make sure you choose the right packing materials for the job. In most cases you will be choosing between the two more popular types of packing materials: bubble wrap and packing peanuts.

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The Top 10 Places Californians Now Call Home in 2016 Moving

The Top 10 Places Californians Now Call Home in 2016

Posted on Jun 08, 2015

Californians enjoy amazing weather, incredible views and access to farm fresh and exotic tastes. From the beaches to the mountains, the forests to the lakes, it is a picture-perfect paradise. However, with the current drought and rising costs of living, some Californians are starting to leave their residences and find new places to call home.

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13 Reasons “Yinz” Need to Move to “The Burgh” - Infographic Moving

13 Reasons “Yinz” Need to Move to “The Burgh” - Infographic

Posted on Apr 01, 2015

From music and jobs to food and fun, “Yinz allz” need to check out this infographic about moving to “The Burgh.” “Yinz alls” ready for your next home? When you move to “The Burgh” you become part of the family! With professional sports teams, incredible foods and world class schools and entertainment, here are 13 things to help get “yinz alls” ready to move to Pittsburgh. 1. Sports! Pittsburgh offers the Steelers, Penguins, Pirates and even more. You’ll never go a night without a competitive fix! 2. Libations – From Iron City producing locally for 150+ years to Boyd & Blair Vodkas, even Wiggl...

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