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OUR LABOR-ONLY MARKETPLACE HAS ARRIVED!

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MovingLabor.com   (formerly MovingLabor.com)  has been in the moving labor industry since 2004, long before online marketplaces were mainstream. As consumers, we're used to the on-demand economy in nearly all facets of our lives, and It's how we knew that a marketplace format was not only inevitable, but also the next step in the evolution of the labor-only moving industry. Beginning on April 12th, 2018, visitors to our website will experience something new - a dynamic marketplace where you can see real time prices for labor-only services from movers that are listed on  MovingLabor.com . No more submitting a quote request and waiting for a response. The process is simple, intuitive and built to allow you to hire professional, reliable, moving labor in just minutes. We're excited about this change and we think you will be, too. So what are you waiting for?! Take our  marketplace for a spin! RESERVED OR QUOTED  BEFORE  APRIL 12TH? We know you've got some questi

Three Reasons To Consider Wide Plank Floors In Your New Home

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your new home, you may find some things you didn’t notice at first. The floor, which was covered by rugs and staging furniture, suddenly doesn’t look so pristine and clean. If you decide to choose a new floor, there are many options now. It’s likely that your original flooring came with relatively narrow floorboards, and there’s nothing wrong with that, but if you are looking to change things up, a wide plank floor might be the way to go. Today, wide planks are considered more modern than narrow planked flooring, but ironically, it dates back to the days of life on the prairie, so they work with nearly every style of home. Generally, wide plank flooring is considered to be anything over 3 inches. Some, more expensive flooring, can go up to 11 inches. Most come in 5 to 7 inches. Wide planks can give you a number of benefits, including: Greater variety Wide plank flooring is available in just about all floor woods and colors. You can find all the same varieties as with narro

List of Things You Need to Do 2 Days Before Moving Day

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There are just two days left before you say goodbye to your old  bedroom , your old backyard where you had some great barbecues and  neighborhood parties , and to the familiar sounds of your old  neighborhood . Probably by now, you're ready to go, just wishing it would all be over, anticipating the new start. But hold on; are some things you need to take care of before the  movers  or  moving truck  arrives. Defrost Your Refrigerator and Freezer To  prepare your fridge for moving , clean it well then allow it to dry for at least 24 hours. If you're moving your refrigerator yourself, make sure you have all the  necessary tools  to do so. Check to Make Sure You Have All Vital Documents Vital documents should always stay with you rather than moving with the  truck  or moving company. Such documents include passport (if needed), directions, maps, credit cards, bank cards, cash, new keys, rental agreement (if needed), etc.

KEEPING THE GIVING TUESDAY SPIRIT GOING ALL YEAR LONG

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While some people might be all about those Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, it’s really the day after that reflects the true spirit of the holiday season. Giving Tuesday happens every year on the day after Cyber Monday and was started in 2012 by the  92nd Street Y  and the  United Nations Foundation  as a response to growing commercialization during the holiday season. What better way to get into the holiday spirit than by helping others and spreading cheer through acts of kindness? This year, we’re celebrating Giving Tuesday by sharing stories of how our franchise partners across all four of our brands—1-800-GOT-JUNK?, WOW 1 DAY PAINTING, You Move Me, and Shack Shine—have given back to their own communities throughout the year. Our You Move Me franchise in Kansas City partnered with local TV station KCTV5 to help out with their Project Warmth coat drive. You Move Me volunteered a moving truck to help collect and deliver the donations. The event was held on a Saturday and

Clergy Relocation

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The Clergy Relocation Center, a division of The Relocation Center, meets all the needs of those who are answering to a higher call. We understand that the most important part of relocating is getting to know the community, and it is our mission to make the road to that community a smooth one.  The Clergy Relocation Center can help make your relocation simple. With a network of moving professionals who specialize in everything from packaging to real estate sales, we offer complete moving services that cater to the needs of clergy, seminarians and church lay professionals.  Clergy have unique needs and concerns when relocating, and our understanding of these special challenges is of the utmost importance. We have provided moving and real estate services for every major denomination including Catholic, Episcopalian, Lutheran, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, UUA, non-denominational and more for two decades. The relocation coordinator will work directly with the individual church,

How to Pack a Home Office for Moving

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The top three candidates for the prize  Most Difficult Room to Pack are the garage, the kitchen and… your home office. The home office? Really? Yes. First and foremost, your home office will contain very important documents that you just can’t afford to lose. Also, there are books to be found in almost any home office room, and books can be extremely heavy when packed into boxes. Secondly, your home office will also have expensive electronic equipment – computers, monitors, printers, scanners, copiers, desktop phones, Wi-Fi routers, etc. So, how should you pack all those pieces of office equipment to survive the move with zero damage? And thirdly, you should definitely not underestimate the process of packing and moving your office furniture – desks, chairs, bookcases, file cabinets, drawers, and so on. Will you be able to pack your office furniture by yourself? Read the home office packing tips below to have a clear idea of what it takes to pack your home office properly