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Why You Should Move Before the Baby Comes. Or, Wait—Why You Shouldn’t:

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I was 30 weeks pregnant and on my hands and knees, scrubbing out the empty fridge of the house we were leaving. My back hurt. My arms hurt. My womb hurt. My toddler pulled at my shirt, trying to get my attention. There was so much more cleaning to be done, and that was just to close out the old place, not to mention the mopping and dusting that the new house needed. And then the unpacking. I looked around the rented townhouse we were leaving, gutted of all our things, fighting off tears. All the pregnancy advice flooding my inbox told me not to move with the pregnancy hormones raging—that it would be too tiring, too physically and mentally demanding during a time when I was focused on more internal things. And there I was, doing just that. My husband and I had planned to move after the baby’s birth, but an initial meeting with our real estate agent, not to mention a nasty leak in our ceiling, changed our minds.  Lori McAlees , our Realtor® in  Rochester, NY,  said ...

Home Staging Tips To Make Your Kitchen Look Bigger:

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more big HOLLYWOOD, CA - JUNE 14: Atmosphere at Dwell Magazine And Klein Financial Preview Award-Winning ASID Interior Designs Of Two Buildings Honored By LA City Council For Impelling Return Of Metropolitan Apartment Lifestyle at 1600 Vine on June 14, 2013 in Hollywood, California. (Photo : Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Klein Financial) When listing your home on the market, a small kitchen would definitely put you at the back of the line in the competition. Sometimes, home buyers even walk away regardless of how great the rest of the house may be. So if your kitchen feels cramped, looks cluttered, and seems uncomfortable to work in, you are throwing away your chance at making that sale. If you want to find a solution for your small kitchen but unwilling to knock off a wall, there are tricks that you can do to create an impression of a bigger space with few home staging tricks. Here are effective home staging tips to make your kitchen look bigger acc...

Relocate with Ease by Choosing Local Movers:

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With a little planning and strategic inclusion, relocation can be breezy! Relocation--moving to a new country can be a stressful act hence it is not advisable to attempt to save funds by doing it without a relocation representative. There are certain companies which will take account of the services of a representative as part of the relocation package but if this is not to be had then it is still worth examining the benefits of local movers.  To handle the moving without the services of a moving company may give an impression of saving funds however the process can be quite complicated at a time of great stress. When you are planning to relocate within the vicinity of San Francisco there are several; San Francisco movers out there who can help you make a smooth transition. When your move is within the community you can hire  Local movers  who are highly skilled and experienced such that they can offer an effortless transition.  Finally don’t forget to collect all ...

5 Ways to Avoid Moving Injuries:

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Moving can be a chaotic, expensive, and—if you’re not careful—painful experience. While folks can save a few bucks by lifting and moving the boxes  themselves , they run the risk of suffering  moving injuries  if they don’t know what they’re doing. Of course, that’s not to say that a careful and in-shape person can’t move their possessions. Still, it helps to know what you’re doing when it comes to heavy lifting. Read on for a few tips and tricks on how to get your stuff from Point A to Point B without layover at Point C (that would be your couch, with a heating pad applied). 1. Know Your Limits If something feels too heavy to lift safely, then it probably is. Stop and get help—either from a friend, family member or a  professional . There are some items that regular folks just shouldn’t attempt to move themselves. Think large appliances, heavy bookcases and the like: It just takes one slip or trip, and you could break a bone. 2...

The Proper Tip for Your Mover Services:

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A moving industry on tipping is actually considered optional tipping is not required per tipping is seen as a customary thank you in appreciation of the arduous labor that was involved in transporting all moving companies invest time and money in training their operators to want to know that they are receiving a good return investment and your feedback will provide them with this important information are like any business, moving is a professional service and moving staff should be well paid if the moving company plans to keep them happy and fully employed. Avd they are consider food and drinks are movers will be handling your belongings consider offering them food such as pizza or sandwiches and cold drinks are having breaks is what is going to keep your movers motivated and energized and the carefully analyze every aspect of your move and grade the  moving company  are to develop a “feel good factor” in terms of how well your move is going and how hard the move was awkward...

Tips for a Smooth Move:

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A Checklist for Before and After You've Moved Please take advantage of our moving tips and moving advice. Print this page and carry it with you before and several days after the move. Moving tips that may seem obvious can be easily over looked. Take our moving advice and utilize this checklist before and after you have moved. Take Notes Make a note of your shipment registration number and keep it with you in case you need to call your mover with questions about your shipment. Get the Bed Ready Designate one drawer of a dresser for sheets and towels so that you won't have to rummage through boxes for these essentials the first night in your new home. Don't forget about the Fridge After you've thoroughly cleaned and dried the inside of your refrigerator, put a handful of fresh coffee, baking soda or charcoal in a sock or nylon stocking and place it inside to keep the interior smelling fresh. Keep the Phone Book Take your current phone book with you...

Here’s What You Need To Know To Make The Best Inventory Sheet:

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The inventory sheet is an inevitable part of every move. It helps guide your relocation, its organization, timing and can point you towards the cost of your move. But what is an inventory sheet, to ask in the first place. The inventory sheet in relocation is the list of items that you will be moving. It is very important to have one for a number of reasons which which we will now explain below. You will also read here some useful tips on how to create an inventory sheet so that you can make your move happen better and easier. So, what do you need to know and what do you need to do? What Is An Inventory Sheet? The inventory sheet is something that is essential for every move which you are a part of. It can help you get a better picture of what you will be moving by having a list that provides the information visually. How much does your move cost? This is probably one the main questions for every move. If you want to know the price for your move, an inventory sheet is the start for th...

Asking Friends To Help You Move – 7 Essential Tips:

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Moving could be a tiresome experience indeed, especially if this is going to be your first move, but is this all you have to really think about? What would it be if you could focus only on the positive, bright side of your move? What if you could find factors to assist your relocation in the best way possible? What if you don’t have to pay up a moving company? Well, those are all questions that could have one answer to them: asking friends to help you move. Yup, instead of going through the process of hiring moving labor, just call up your friends, and arrange for moving help that you are confident about. So, here are a few words about asking friends to help move your home – what to do and how to arrange the whole relocation experience the best way possible. Moving With Friends’ Help Do you need to have appliances dismantled? Think about getting the right tools or ask your friends to bring them! Before you actually start taking action, sit down for a minute and make a plan – this...

How To Save Money When Moving Because Of Separation

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Whether you’re separating from a spouse or from a roommate, you probably see costs adding up. Bills are suddenly doubling while the income isn't. While Cali Movers can’t really help with most of that, there are ways to help control the cost of the move, even if there is more than one. It’s possible that if you are moving in the same general direction, your two moves could be treated as one. It takes a special sort of organization, but it could save on time. If you are consolidating the moves, it’s critical that you are very well organized before hand. Label absolutely everything and color code it. Put colored sticky notes on furniture and mark boxes with matching colored labels or markers. It’s also a very good idea to inventory everything. Instruct the movers that you will have two separate deliveries. They don’t need to have anymore information than that. Be assured, they don’t need the details of a messy divorce. While the movers can find which possessions need t...