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10 Cozy Cabins for $300,000 or Less:

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If a cabin with exposed beams, wood-plank walls and a jetted tub feels out of reach — think again. Whether you’re looking for a vacation home or somewhere to leave the city behind and unplug the electronics for good, there are plenty of cabins to fit even a modest budget. Grab your favorite flavored latte and a flannel blanket before settling in to look at these 10 cozy cabins for $300,000 or less. Gore, OK 96077 S Redbud Ln For sale: $294,900 Photo from  Zillow listing . This A-frame cabin has stellar views of crystal-clear Lake Tenkiller from the spacious back porch, and it’s just down the road from direct water access. After a long day out on the lake, you’ll enjoy the open-concept living and dining space, which has plenty of natural light from the French doors and the windows that stretch nearly up to the gable. Snuggle up with a book at the end of the day in one of the bedrooms or in the bonus sleeping loft upstairs. See more homes for sale in  Gore . Lak...

Best Way to Get Rid Of Unwanted Items before You Move:

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Living in one place for a while usually means that you have managed to create a pile of items collected throughout the year. You may have started a collection of books or you may be passionate about something in particular, but you have collected these items and you have a place for them in your home. The items that you have collected over the years have made your home what it is. Every piece is what makes your home comfortable for you. From every piece of furniture to every appliance, you have to appreciate your collection. But now you need to move and what do you do with all that stuff you have collected all the years? Here are a few tips to help you determine what would work best for you. You can count on the expense of moving to cost you between $2,300 and $4,300.   Moving companies   will base their quotes on several different factors including how much goods you will need to move. Since moving more items will mean more money for you and the hassle of taking care...

HOW TO THROW A HOUSE WARMING PARTY WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK:

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You want your family and friends to enjoy your new home as much as you do—and a housewarming party is a great way to accomplish that. However, parties can be expensive after counting up the costs of invites, food, drinks, games, cleaning supplies and more. The good news is your party doesn’t have to be lavish or expensive to be memorable. Instead of going the traditional route, which can be costly, save money using these simple ideas. In the end, you’ll throw a house warming party to remember without stretching your budget. Use E-Invites or Facebook To keep your party classy, you’ll want to send formal invites. But doing paper invites is expensive and time-consuming. Save both time and money by doing e-invites instead. There are a wide variety of websites that allow you to create custom invitations for little to no cost. Be sure to add photos of your new place along with whatever games, food, and drink that will be there. If you don’t want to be that formal, create an event ...

Things to consider when Moving to another City:

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Moving to a new location exposes you to a new environment, opportunities, and experiences. Your whole world changes when you face the challenges of relocation. Normal everyday activities are given up, and difficult moving-related tasks and hectic moving plans are afoot. To make sure your residential move is trouble free and smooth, you must examine all your decisions carefully, and plan every aspect meticulously. Try to work out every single detail. Here are a few things to consider. Opportunities of employment There could be many reasons for relocation because of a job. Here are some factors that should make it worth the while. The rate of unemployment in your city is lower and it is easy to get a good job elsewhere. Your professional expertise and skills are in big demand in the new area. You are offered a lucrative position, which seems stable, and you can see bright prospects of getting ahead in your career. Cost of living The standard of living in diffe...

Tipping Movers – How Much to Tip:

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Consumers put a lot of faith in  professional movers , which is why good ones are as prized as a competent and fair mechanic. As a customer, you are entrusting all of your possessions, prized and otherwise, to people you may not even have been introduced to before they started taking your stuff and loading it into a  truck . Tipping Movers Although movers are considered part of the service trade, there is usually a lot more riding on their job performance than, say, a waitress or someone who cuts your hair. If the waitress drops your rye toast, she can quickly get you a new order and, hey, your hair will grow out. If a mover, however, does a poor job packing, drops your  family heirloom  or drags your furniture across the wood floor, there is a lot more at stake. Besides, there are few people in the service industry that work as hard as movers. Perhaps because consumers rely so much on a mover doing a good job that they don’t consider them as a service p...

Four Must-See Beaches Near San Jose:

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4 Must-See Beaches Near San Jose The local movers of Mont-Rose Moving Systems love to help newcomers like you settle into their new San Jose homes, but we also love to kick back at the beach for some well-deserved rest and relaxation. The beaches of Santa Cruz and Davenport are just a short drive away, and well worth the trip. From gorgeous seascapes to impeccable waves, we have a range of beautiful shores to explore. We have compiled a list of the best beaches near San Jose for every kind of beachgoer. Get your flip-flops ready! Pescadero State Beach Pescadero State Beach is perfect for family fun. With soft sands and beautiful views of the surrounding cliffs, it’s a great place to soak in the area’s natural beauty! Bring the kids during low tide to explore the beautiful tide pools or spend some quality time building sand castles in Pescadero’s ultra-soft sands. Natural Bridges State Beach This 65-acre park is just a short drive away in Santa Cruz. The beautiful rock form...

Read This Before Moving To The US:

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Relocating to the US is a big step. It used to be a tiring process earlier filled with long to do lists and multiple packing lists. With the increasing population of Indians in the US, things have changed drastically. However, a lot of Indians are still in the mindset that things we use in India would not be available there. Hence, they shop madly before going to the US, adding unnecessary extra baggage! Here is a handy list of what you should and should not buy from India while moving to the US: What to buy Medicines and prescriptions Some of the common medicines we use in India might not be available in the US. It is good to have a backup of the commonly used tablets such as Crocin, Bendryl etc., with prescriptions, until you get accustomed to the new set of medicines there.  If there are any tablets you are taking for persistent medical conditions, it is good to carry those tablets as well, along with the prescription, till you review your medical condition with a...