Are you ready for “Return to Office”? May 1, 2020 Over a dozen states or more are planning to lift or ease their shelter-in-place directives and re-open the economy. That means the concept of return to the office (referred to as RTO) with the right safety…
9 Tips to Make the Process as Seamless as Possible Apr 17, 2020 You’ve finally found the perfect home or apartment. Congrats! You likely have a busy few weeks ahead of you as you prepare for the move, but there’s no need to stress. From packing up your home…
5 Challenges When Moving Long Distance (With Solutions!) Apr 8, 2020 Moving, in general, is never a completely stress-free process. However, hiring a moving company can mitigate some anxiety. Unexpected bumps in the road are part of the process as well. We get very similar questions from…
Moving from Boston to NYC: An East Coast Moving Checklist Mar 27, 2020 Although New York City and Boston are two of the East Coast’s biggest and busiest cities, they can feel like two totally different worlds. If you’re moving from Boston to New York, there are some big…
How do Moving Companies Handle Relocating Artistic Treasures Mar 20, 2020 a Moving expensive work of art demands care and careful planning. Today, curators of museums routinely transport priceless historical artifacts and other pieces of art between locations. Similarly, collectors of prized works of art may desire to…
COVID-19 Updates Mar 13, 2020 Dear Customers, We have entered into a time when a global issue is impacting our day-to-day lives on an unprecedented scale. Moving is considered an Essential Service and therefore FlatRate continues to operate and remains ready…
What is a Certificate of Insurance (COI) for moving? Mar 13, 2020 A certificate of insurance (“COI”) is a document that shows proof of insurance coverage for a given entity. A COI isn’t all that complicated provided you’ve chosen a reputable moving company with the right level of…
Where to Be Proud This Pride Month in NYC Jun 17, 2019 There's no better time to be proud of who we are than Pride month and there's no place to celebrate our differences like New York City. Home of the queers and the freaks, NYC comes alive…
Celebrate Your Move With FlatRate’s Exclusive Partnerships Aug 31, 2018 Floor protection, crating services, and a courtesy call before your movers’ arrival aren’t the only perks that come with moving with FlatRate. To make your moving experience seamless, we’ve partnered with Lyft, Next Cleaners, and Crunch…
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…