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How to Move Out of Your Parents’ House in 13 Easy Steps

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So you’ve decided to leave the nest? Congratulations! Moving out of your parents’ house is a big   deal. It’s a process that requires plenty of careful planning, consideration and “adulting” (as they say). To help you successfully move out of your parents’ home, we’ve put together 13 easy steps that are sure to help you achieve the independence you want. Good luck and happy moving! Step One: Communicate with your parents Perhaps your parents are ready to see you go and have been encouraging your departure for a while. Or perhaps, they want you to stay forever. Whatever their opinion on the matter, it’s important to clearly communicate your intentions to them – and, if necessary, your moving plan. Remember: even if they are excited for your new adventure, they could still be somewhat sad to see you go. With this in mind, make sure to be extra sensitive to their needs and emotions when communicating your move out plans. Step Two: Develop a move out plan Before moving ...

10 Fantastic Cities to Move to This Year

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A new year means a new start for many. If you’re feeling restless in your current city, it may be time to pack up those belongings and hit the road. From the vibrant arts and entertainment scene in Austin to the picturesque Grand Tetons in Idaho, there are so many wonderful places to call home in America. If you’re considering a move this year, take a look at these 10 fantastic U.S. cities below. Each offers a strong job market, good schools, and is relatively affordable compared to other cities in America. Austin, TX Young professionals, retirees, and families all love calling Austin home. In addition to its unlimited entertainment options and tasty restaurants, this wonderfully “weird” city offers a thriving job market and a  booming economy. In 2016, it was even named the best large city in America for job seekers by  NerdWallet . Median Home Price:  The  median listing price  for a home in Austin is $430,000. Price per Square Foot:  $198 Po...

DIY Painting Tips for Getting your House Ready for Sale

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So you’re getting ready to move to a new home, and you need to sell your old one. However, some of your rooms are of, shall we say, ‘interesting’ color schemes? You need to make sure that the house can be viewed through the eyes of the new owner, and bright colors that don’t fit can be a big turn off. As such, you’re probably going to need to repaint the walls in order to bring them to a more neutral state. Painting your house might seem like a big task, but it’s not that hard with some guidance and practice. When you’re done, it’ll be in perfect condition to put on the market. You’ll need a handful of tools to get started, many of which you probably already own. These include: Paint Brushes: Angled brushes tend to work better for cutting in ceilings and corners than flat brushes do. 3.5 inch is usually a good size to get a solid amount of coverage per coat. Paint Roller: A good 9 inch roller, roller frame, and paint tray will take you far. Go with a shorter nap around the ¼ inch ...

14 Proven Moving Day Tips that Work

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Moving day is one of the stressful days in one’s life. Many of you are now asking the question how troublesome a moving day can be, but only people who have already moved can understand. Usually, the moving day is underestimated, as it is the final step of the relocation process. You have found a professional moving company after researching a list of licensed movers, dates are booked and everything seems to happen so effortlessly.  However, moving day seems to be the most problematic and annoying one during the whole relocation process. Beware that overlooking minor details can cause a total mess. Since, as the moving day is approaching you are getting more annoyed, you should be well organized to avoid making a mistake. Inspired by the numerous horror stories about the moving day, I am offering you easy to follow moving day checklist with essentials that will safe you a lot of troubles. Moving Day Checklist Wake up early on the moving day . Plan your time, so you can get...

MOVING LABOR VS TRADITIONAL MOVERS

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We try  really hard  to make it easy to understand  what we do , but not everyone understands right away. We've created this guide to help you understand what a "regular mover" is and why  we  are not  "them" . TYPES OF MOVERS You can divide the moving industry into two groups, moving labor and full service. Elite Moving Labor is a moving labor company. Let's review what each means: Moving Labor Professional movers  without  the truck. Our movers load and unload rented moving trucks, portable storage containers, freight trailers, containers, pickup trucks, etc. Essentially we  provide the muscle  to physically move your items and the expertise to load or unload them correctly. A moving labor company, like ours, is used if you are completing a do-it-yourself move and have rented a truck, trailer or container to transport your items. Full Service Professional movers that also provide the moving truck. Yes, a full service moving...

Air Travel With Pets – Tips For A Seamless Journey

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Taking a cross-country  road trip with pets  to move to your new home may seem like fun for about… two minutes? Then you realize that would mean… driving across the country. When air travel seems like the way better choice, there are some things you need to know to ensure your pet has a safe and smooth journey. Here are our tips for air travel with pets so that both of you have an enjoyable flight. Check your airline’s policies regarding animal travel Depending on the size and breed of your pet, they may be allowed to ride in the cabin with you or they will need to be transported in the cargo compartment of the plane. Most airlines have height and weight restrictions for cabin travel, but they can vary – and so can the cost of having your companion fly with you. Before the airline will allow your animal to travel, they will likely need to see proper health certificates indicating that your pet is safe to fly. If your furry companion will be traveling in the cargo area...

9 BEST SITES TO FIND ROOMMATES

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Looking for a roommate to help you split the cost of expensive city rents? Finding a roommate online can be easier than it seems. There are plenty of websites out there dedicated to helping people match up with others who have the same housing needs. CRAIGSLIST Craigslist might be the website most utilized worldwide for finding housing arrangements - even though it’s not just known for helping people find roommates. Its several categories, from “apts / housing” to “real estate for sale” and everything in between contain plethoras of posts from building managers, brokers, and would be occupants looking for an ideal match-up with someone looking for what they’re offering. The sheer volume of posts looking for roommates and visitors looking at these posts makes Craigslist a reliable site to find a roommate. Craigslist’s “rooms/shared” and “rooms wanted” sections have thousands of these posts, searchable and pre-localized to help users find the posts most relevant to them. Of cour...