Home And Family Moving - Page 9

One of the things that make unpacking so challenging is trying to arrange furniture among a sea of boxes. Obviously, this is an even bigger issue in a small space. You literally have to shift the contents of the entire room like a jigsaw puzzle. Then, when you decide you don't want something where you positioned it, you have to go through the process again. This can consume a large amount of your time and energy. There are things you can do to make arranging furniture a whole lot easier. General Measurements Ideally,…

You are ready to move in, unpack, and breathe a sigh of relief that the process is finally complete, right? Well, before you move into that new apartment or house there are a few things you should do first to ensure a positive experience. Measure - Simply looking at the place will not tell you if your furniture will fit. Realtors have a way of staging space, so it looks significantly larger than it is. Not to mention, the room size is not your only concern. You also need to…

Moving is a lot of work. Even if you hire professional movers there are still a lot of details to take care of. If you now have children but have never moved with one then take the stress you experienced on your last move and multiply it by about 10. This is how you are about to feel. It does not matter if you have toddlers or teenagers or some in between, you can expect a few curve balls thrown your way during the process. Unfortunately, everyone is probably so focused…

Whether you are getting a divorce, breaking up with your significant other, or have been recently widowed, the first move is always going to be hard on you and your children. You are already filled with so much emotion that adding in the stress of a move can put you over the edge. Not to mention, your children could be sad, hurt, angry, or confused, so relocating to a new home and potentially even a new school will be overwhelming. It may be hard to see that light at the…

When most people start shopping for a new mailbox when moving into a new home, they are surprised to learn how many types and styles there actually are. After all, if everyone in the neighborhood you have lived in your entire life all has one similar style, you really can’t be expected to know there is such a diverse selection. Contrary to what you might think, your mailbox does not have to conform to one universal size and shape like all of your neighbors. There is nothing wrong with showcasing…

It is very common to move into a new place and encounter some unwanted guests. Of course, you may have also bought some used furniture to fit in your tight budget and did not realize you…

The right window coverings will make or break the aesthetics of your home. Whether you are selling your house or moving into a new apartment, many people are not prepared for the vast selection of coverings that are available when they first start shopping. Some still think that there are curtains and blinds. Well, blinds cover a huge assortment of styles and the variety of curtains, drapes, sheers, and valances that are also available is endless. This should give you an idea of what is out there so you know…

Unless you are actually moving into a rural farmhouse, your brand new home is sure to come with much more than just its walls. No, I don’t mean furniture – I mean all the external factors that surround normal homes in urban neighborhoods. You will be getting an entire neighborhood filled with all sorts of people and things. Once you buy the property and are done with the moving and storage aspect, you will definitely have many other questions going through your head. Most importantly, you will want to know…

Preparedness is the key to success, whether you're moving an office or a home, or just moving to storage with a few pieces of furniture that don't get used anymore.  By planning ahead you can get everything arranged in its new place as quickly as possible, and with as little stress as possible. If you're moving home, the last thing anyone wants to be doing on that first morning is hunting through a dozen boxes searching for a toothbrush. Time would be wasted, the mess would be made, and frustration…