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Moving With A Plan

After I realized that we needed to move, I knew that I needed to formulate a careful plan so that I didn't get overwhelmed. As a single father of six kids, I knew that every last detail of the move would have to be planned out and executed properly. I started by carefully organizing all of my kids' clothing and toys and then worked towards creating a careful schedule for the actual move itself. The result was amazing. The move was a complete success, and we were able to completely tackle the challenges in stride. This blog is all about moving with a plan.

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Quick Change Artists: Tips For Using Last Minute Movers And Packing In A Pinch

18 August 2016
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You have 48 hours to get everything packed up and out of your current apartment. Oh yeah – you also have to get it across town and into your new home. Immediately. Who do you call? Last minute movers, of course. Before you start stressing, take a breath, relax, and know that it's completely possible to hire a local mover and get your stuff from one place to another in your tight time-frame. Read More …

Winter Pool Storage Tips

11 August 2016
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As summer comes to an end you may be looking for a safe storage solution for your backyard pool. Fortunately, a storage unit can be the perfect location to protect these investments while also ensuring they don't overtake what little storage is available in the garage. The following tips will help ensure that you are able to store them properly. Pop-up and inflatable pools The modern temporary above-ground pool has come a long way, so you should expect to get many seasons of use from the investment. Read More …

Offering Heated Self-Storage Units? How To Make Sure You Don’t Have Squatters Or Animal Hoarders

10 August 2016
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Heated self-storage units are a plus to any renter who has some items that need to be kept at room temperature all year long. However, there are some common issues that proprietors of heated storage units often experience. The first is squatters—people who illegally use the units as heated homes in the colder months. The second includes animal hoarders—people who keep and/or breed animals in the units because they think these units are the perfect solution for housing the excess number of pets they own. Read More …

Selling Your Car Before Moving? 4 Ways To Get By Without One In Your New Home

9 August 2016
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Newer vehicles should have no problem making it across the country with 8-hour driving days. But, certain cars may not be well-suited for this trek, so it may be a better option to sell it beforehand. As long as you are moving to an urban area, you should be able to get by without a vehicle for a decent period of time. Hiring professional movers will allow you to travel by bus, plane, or train to get to your new home. Read More …

Stuffed Storage Unit? Why Getting A Bigger Size Is A Matter Of Safety For You And Your Stuff

8 August 2016
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If you want to rent a storage unit and are looking at sizes that are just big enough to fit all of your stuff in one big pile, you may want to look at bigger sizes instead. While it might seem like a luxury to have a storage unit big enough to allow all those boxes to be arranged in rows with aisles that allow you to access everything, it's really about the safety and well-being of everything in your storage unit. Read More …