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Our culture is one that saves, collects, and sometimes, sadly, hoards.  We simply need our comfort objects, security blankets, and mementos, whether they’re displayed in our homes or sitting in an attic or storage unit.  Storage…

Your dream just came true! After years of scrimping and saving, you finally bought a vacation home.  Now you can leave stress behind and relax and recharge for a weekend or more whether your retreat resides in the mountains or at the beach.  If you decide to rent out your second home, you’ll welcome the extra income.  However, running two households requires time and effort beyond what you normally handle.  Let FlatRate Moving assist you in moving your furniture and setting up your home before you or your renters occupy…

When it comes to moving, a lot of people will go out and buy cardboard boxes, a massive set of fancy moving crates, or nice-looking plastic boxes specifically for the job.  And while this tactic can be convenient, there are other ways to ascertain boxes.  With a little planning, you can save a few dollars on boxes and spend the money on your new home! By going out and finding free boxes you’ll not only help your wallet, but Mother Nature will appreciate it too!  But not any box will…

Whether you are downsizing temporarily, remodeling your home, or moving out of the country for work for a year, you will need to do something with your furniture. Of course, the first question that probably pops…

Most people relocating a great distance hire cross-country movers and then drive their car. Sometimes, this is not a practical option. For example, if you have too many family members to fit in the car at one time or you are a single parent traveling with a baby or toddler. Maybe you simply are not comfortable driving that distance. Alternately, if you have an old collector's car or a high-dollar sports car that only gets used on special occasions, obviously this would get shipped. Since you will not be with…

Once you’ve moved to New York City with some help from FlatRate Moving, you have to figure out how to survive here. That means learning how to navigate the subway, figuring out the best halal cart, and, most importantly, finding ways to make your tiny apartment feel just a little less miniature. We can’t help you choose your favorite halal cart, but we’ve got you covered when it comes to saving space. Here are five ways to maximize space in your tiny NYC apartment: 1. MakeSpace by getting everything you…

Do you ever just look around and feel a little annoyed, embarrassed, or overwhelmed by how much stuff you really do have? Do you constantly say you need to get rid of some things, but then you never do? Maybe you just don’t know where to begin, or perhaps you are too emotionally attached to certain things. Of course, if you are like most others, you are probably holding onto some items for that special occasion. Are you really even going to use them? A good purge feels amazing; sometimes…

Before you move, you must make sure that you have a place to store your belongings for the time being. There are many different sizes of storage rooms and many different size lockers. For more information…