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Planning Your Move

What Is the Average Cost of Moving to Another State?

Whether you’re heading across state lines to pursue a new career opportunity or to be closer to family and friends, moving to another state can be exciting. However, you may also wonder if you can afford it. Some costs associated with a cross-country move can be challenging to anticipate, especially if you have never embarked […]

How Much Does It Cost to Move a POD?

If you are researching your options for a local or interstate move, you’ve likely seen ads for portable, on-demand storage containers, aka PODS. These shipping containers promise a convenient and affordable DIY moving experience, but how does that stack up to hiring a full-service moving company? How Do PODS Work? When you order a storage […]

How Much Can You Really Fit in a POD?

You may have noticed a storage container from a company like PODS sitting in a neighbor’s driveway and wondered what it was. Over the past few years, PODS (short for “portable on-demand storage”) have risen in popularity for home and business owners. But how do they work, and do they live up to their hype? […]

How Much Do Portable Storage Units Cost?

For some looking to move, portable storage units may seem like an affordable, easy solution to the issue of “too much stuff.” But there are several factors to consider when deciding how you’ll transport your belongings, including security, temperature control, and city ordinances. Learn the facts about storage containers on today’s blog. Portable Storage Units […]

What is the Best Moving Company for Long Distance?

You’re about to embark on an exciting adventure. One in which you’ll explore a new area of the country and establish roots. To make the process even more manageable, you’ll want to plan early for your long-distance move. And a part of that is finding the right moving company. This guide can help you find […]

What Happens to Estate Sale Leftovers?

If you recently received an inheritance from a deceased loved one, are relocating a family member to a senior living facility or are planning an interstate move, you may be wondering how to quickly get a lot of furniture and other possessions off your hands. An estate sale, also called a home liquidation, goes a […]

Out-of-State Relocation Checklist

Moving can be a stressful experience, even when you’re staying within your current city limits. But pulling up roots and relocating out of state is a whole new ballgame. Not only are you leaving a familiar environment, but you must also mentally prepare yourself to say goodbye to friends, colleagues and a lifestyle you’ve known […]

How Can I Ship My Belongings to Another State?

If you are planning an interstate move and wondering how to get your belongings safely to your new destination, you may be thinking about shipping them there. However, depending on how much stuff you have to get from point A to point B, entrusting large, bulky, fragile or valuable items to a shipping company could […]

Moving to Your First Apartment Checklist

Moving into your first apartment as a college student can be exciting, but going off-campus puts you on your own regarding things like finding furnishings and setting a budget for your living expenses. Such a shift can bring unforeseen challenges and stressors. Once you’ve signed the paperwork on a place you can afford, you’ll also […]

How to Move out of State on a Budget

Moving to a different state can allow you to pursue new job opportunities, be closer to loved ones or enjoy a much-needed change of scenery. As exciting as those prospects might be, a long-distance move can also be pricey. If you’re on a tight household budget and trying to save money, you might assume moving […]