Update your Address Before, After and During Your Move Apr 16, 2021 So you’ve signed the lease, packed your things, and scheduled the movers (and if you haven’t – contact FlatRate today!) but there’s one major thing you might be forgetting – updating your address. From the post…
Major Moving Missteps (and How to Avoid Them!) Apr 13, 2021 Moving is a daunting task and for the majority of us, it's not something we have to do often. However, inexperience brings opportunities for mistakes, and when you’re uprooting your life, that’s the last thing you…
How to Declutter Before Your Move Apr 9, 2021 Moving to a new space is one of the best opportunities to declutter. Because, let’s be honest, no one wants to move with things they don’t need or want anymore. Thankfully, there are plenty of options…
Why you should hire local movers in NYC Apr 2, 2021 What could go wrong? You’re moving to a new home in NYC, and haven’t put much thought into moving day help. Maybe you’ll hire some helpers? Or a moving company could be nice, all of that…
What to Throw Away Before You Move Mar 26, 2021 Face it, we’re all guilty of holding on to things a little longer than we should. Thankfully, packing for a move is one of the best times to shed the excess baggage (literally) and curate your…
A How-to Guide for Moving with Pets Mar 12, 2021 Moving is already a stressful process and adding a pet on top of that only adds an extra set of complications. So while we can’t guarantee that moving with a pet will ever be a breeze,…
How White Glove Moving Services Differ From Regular Movers Mar 9, 2021 You’re thorough when it comes to hiring a moving company. You’ve done enough research to know that you want good moving insurance, and you know to check for DOT registration. You’re certain that you don’t want…
Charities That Will Accept Your Household Items in NYC Mar 5, 2021 Prior to March 2020, New Yorkers were famous for leaving gently-used items on the sidewalk. Kids’ toys, furniture, and even plants could be found on any given block, and carrying something to the curb was far…
Can Movers Unpack for You? Mar 2, 2021 After the move is finally complete and all of the boxes have been unloaded into your home, the second stage of moving begins. It's time to start unpacking! If decorating or interior design lights you up,…
What are the best days to move in NYC? Sep 1, 2023 If you’re planning on moving to New York City shortly, you are likely filled…
A FlatRate Guide to Selling Your Furniture (and other tips) Oct 16, 2019 At FlatRate Moving we are asked every day if we have any recommendations to…
The Ultimate Guide to Moving from NYC to LA May 2, 2018 Moving from NYC to LA is almost a no-brainer. For many residents of the…
Moving from New York to Florida: Tips & Expert Advice Apr 25, 2018 While it’s known as the home to Orlando, the “theme park capital of the…
9 Easy One-Pot Meals To Make Before You Move Mar 23, 2016 The days before you move can be stressful and busy while you juggle work, family,…
Moving and Storage: How Much Does It Really Cost to Store Furniture? Nov 21, 2015 Whether you are downsizing temporarily, remodeling your home, or moving out of the country…
How to Pack Candles for a Move Jun 12, 2013 When you think about packing up your house for a move, you may think…