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		<title>Preparing Your Garage Before Moving: Tips to Sort, Sift, and Pack</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Nov 2020 16:45:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Ask anyone preparing to move what part of the home they dread the most, and many will readily proclaim the garage as the most distressful. This one area of the house often becomes a catch-all for a variety of things. And, the items that belong in the garage can be difficult to sort and pack.  Get your garage ready for moving day. Here are a few useful tips for helping you sort, sift, and pack in preparation. 1. Sort by putting things back where they belong. Numerous items find their way to the garage, from the box of extra kitchen utensils to the extra lamps and household decor. Before you pack, take those miscellaneous items</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.3amoving.com/preparing-your-garage-before-moving-tips-to-sort-sift-and-pack/">Preparing Your Garage Before Moving: Tips to Sort, Sift, and Pack</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.3amoving.com">AAA Moving &amp; Storage</a>.</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ask anyone preparing to move what part of the home they dread the most, and many will readily proclaim the garage as the most distressful. This one area of the house often becomes a catch-all for a variety of things. And, the items that belong in the garage can be difficult to sort and pack. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Get your garage ready for moving day. Here are a few useful tips for helping you sort, sift, and pack in preparation.</span></p>
<h2><b>1. Sort by putting things back where they belong.</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Numerous items find their way to the garage, from the box of extra kitchen utensils to the extra lamps and household decor. Before you pack, take those miscellaneous items to the area in the house they should go.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Weeding all this out will make your garage look much less intimidating to pack, but it will also simplify your life when you get to the new place. You won’t unpack random items in the garage but in the room where they will hopefully have a new place. Clearing the clutter will also give you a better look at what you have to sort, what needs to be gotten rid of, and just how much you have to move.</span></p>
<h2><b>2. Sift out what you don&#8217;t need or want.</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Allowing your garage items to accumulate over time usually leads you to store many things you don&#8217;t necessarily need or want. Instead of trying to pack all the extra stuff, </span><a href="https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/tips-for-getting-your-garage-clean-and-organized/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">weed out the unnecessary</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Consider:</span></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Trimming down any duplicate tools</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Eliminating parts, pieces, and hardware to items you no longer own (e.g., auto parts, furniture hardware, etc.)</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Getting rid of put-off project pieces, you&#8217;ll likely never finish</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Dispose of, or give away, fluids and chemicals that may not be safe to move in a residential moving truck. For example, half-used cans of paint, liquid or powder lawn fertilizer, and engine fluids are dangerous and </span><a href="https://www.mayflower.com/moving-tips/moving-checklists/moving-company-item-restrictions"><span style="font-weight: 400;">not allowed on moving trucks</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<h2><b>3. Pack according to future logical placement.</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Packing your garage is perhaps your biggest chore of all. You have things in this space that logically belong here, but the whole is made up of many items that fall under different categories. While you may be inclined to pack everything according to the category it belongs in, packing according to future placement is more logical.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">For example, if your new home&#8217;s garage has a workbench, pack the items together that you will naturally keep inside or on the workbench. Pick up some plastic storage totes for packing heavy items like tools and power tools; you can always use these totes for storage and organization at the new house.</span></p>
<h2><b>Enjoy a Smoother Move with Professional Movers</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When you have pro moving professionals to see you through a challenging move, you&#8217;ll find many parts of your home easier to tackle, including the ever-dreaded garage. </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Reach out to us for a quote</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. We can make your residential move easier to handle.</span></p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.3amoving.com/preparing-your-garage-before-moving-tips-to-sort-sift-and-pack/">Preparing Your Garage Before Moving: Tips to Sort, Sift, and Pack</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.3amoving.com">AAA Moving &amp; Storage</a>.</p>
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		<title>4 Hacks to Streamline Moving and Reduce New Home Stress</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2020 16:45:18 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>To some degree, we are all creatures of habit who like being grounded in routine and familiar living spaces. The idea of moving into a new home feels disruptive because patterns change, and we are about to wake up in an unfamiliar place.  One of the best ways to minimize unsettled feelings is to maximize moving organization. These simple hacks can streamline the process and help you feel settled more quickly in your beautiful new home. 1: Start Your Move With A New-Home Walk Thru Many people begin the moving process by boxing up home goods and waiting for the professionals to come and transport them. Some homeowners take at least the next step of</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To some degree, we are all creatures of habit who like being grounded in routine and familiar living spaces. The idea of moving into a new home feels disruptive because patterns change, and we are about to wake up in an unfamiliar place. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the best ways to minimize unsettled feelings is to maximize moving organization. These simple hacks can streamline the process and help you feel settled more quickly in your beautiful new home.</span></p>
<h2><b>1: Start Your Move With A New-Home Walk Thru</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Many people begin the moving process by boxing up home goods and waiting for the </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/moving-services/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">professionals to come and transport</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> them. Some homeowners take at least the next step of labeling boxes. That process seems to make sense on the surface. But when you arrive with boxes that indicate the old home’s layout, unpacking becomes a hassle.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One trick that reduces unpacking time and helps establish new norms is walking through the destination home and mapping out where items will go. For example, you may be moving into a space that now has a breakfast bar or all-season room where you relax with your morning coffee. Being prepared to organize that space quickly will help you start your first day in the new home with comfort.</span></p>
<h2><b>2: Consider Using Different Sized Boxes</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s not unusual to get as many large, sturdy boxes as possible. The conventional wisdom revolves around reduced packing and unpacking time. Believe it or not, not all home goods are best transported in bulky boxes. Selecting </span><a href="https://www.thespruce.com/all-about-moving-boxes-2436464"><span style="font-weight: 400;">the right size boxes for your items</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is essential.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consider, for a moment, that you utilize a series of smaller boxes that store only silverware or only socks and undergarments. When it comes time to unpack, you won’t spend time bending over and rifling through big boxes. Smaller ones can be set right next to a drawer or held in one hand while you put the items in their proper place. It’s not always the size of the box that matters. It’s how you use it.</span></p>
<h2><b>3: Don’t Pack Clutter, Eliminate It</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A comedian once came up with a skit about how we buy bigger homes because we have too much “stuff.” There’s some truth to the fact that we all have an inner-hoarder that holds on to unnecessary clutter. Rather than spend time and money moving these items, consider holding a sale. You can make a little money, not have to box them up, and not have to unpack them later. In the end, you may let out a sigh of relief that your new living space isn’t just a big storage unit for too much stuff. </span><a href="https://www.mother.ly/life/20-ways-to-declutter-now"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Eliminating clutter</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> is crucial.</span></p>
<h2><b>4: Schedule Donation Pickups Long In Advance</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">One of the common misconceptions that everyday people make when planning a move is calling charitable organizations at the last minute. It would seem reasonable that giving away reasonably good furniture to help less fortunate community members would be quick and easy. You would think that these outfits would send someone right over to pick up free stuff.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Unfortunately, non-profits typically lack resources and volunteers to manage pickups. Organizations are often booked out at least a month in advance. If you want good families to benefit, it’s essential to make contact early and schedule a pickup date. Charitable giving sometimes requires long-term planning. The good news is that knowing you made a family’s living space more comfortable feels great.</span></p>
<h2><b> Moving Right</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you getting ready to move? </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for help! We can help complete your move hassle-free. </span></p>
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		<title>All the Right Supplies — Your Moving and Packing Supply List</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 30 Oct 2020 18:17:48 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>The success of any project depends on the appropriate tools. When it comes to moving to a new home, those tools are your packing supplies and materials. From boxes to labels and from bubble wrap to moving blankets, make sure you are outfitted with the essential supplies for your upcoming household move. Whether relocating to the next town or across the country, the objective is for your stuff to arrive safely. The ideal way to do that is to pack using materials that keep items secure and safe. To help you pack like a professional mover, review the supplies you’ll need, then stock up for a successful pack and move. Boxes in a Variety of</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/5-ways-make-move-success/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">success of any project</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> depends on the appropriate tools. When it comes to moving to a new home, those tools are your packing supplies and materials. From boxes to labels and from bubble wrap to moving blankets, make sure you are outfitted with the essential supplies for your upcoming household move.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether relocating to the next town or across the country, the objective is for your stuff to arrive safely. The ideal way to do that is to pack using materials that keep items secure and safe.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To help you pack like a professional mover, review the supplies you’ll need, then stock up for a successful pack and move.</span></p>
<h2><b>Boxes in a Variety of Sizes</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Of course, moving boxes are essential, but it’s critical to have sturdy boxes in various sizes to accommodate your belonging.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pack heavier items like books and hand tools in small boxes so that the load doesn’t weigh too much. Then pack lighter things like clothes, bedding, and towels in large boxes.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure the boxes are sturdy, clean, and dry. When packing dishes, use dish packs or double-walled boxes for added strength. Plates, glasses, and bowls are fragile, and boxes with thicker walls will help protect them — if they are packed correctly in the protective wrapping material.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assess your belongings and determine if you need specialty boxes for your dishes, glassware, television, or wardrobe. Sometimes these unique boxes make the packing that much easier.</span></p>
<h2><b>Wrapping Material</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Having </span><a href="https://www.marthastewart.com/1530537/how-to-pack-for-a-move"><span style="font-weight: 400;">the right wrapping material</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> available as you pack your items is a key priority. </span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Bubble wrap and packing paper will help protect your fragile items and are essential to have on hand on packing day.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Wrap your dishes and glassware in packing paper, tissue paper, or newspaper. An added protection for plates and glasses are cardboard box dividers. These will keep your fragile items from knocking into one another, causing damage.</span></p>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to wrapping your fragile items carefully, pack plenty of crumpled paper into the box&#8217;s spaces to prevent stuff from shifting around. Kitchen towels and pot holders also make good packing filler to line the boxes.</span></p>
<h2><b>Labeling Supplies</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The key to a successful smooth move is organized packing. </span><a href="https://www.zillow.com/blog/how-to-label-moving-boxes-198231/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Labeling each box </span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">as you go is essential.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Keep Sharpie Markers available at each packing station in your home. Use them to identify each box&#8217;s contents and the room to which it should be delivered at your new home. Indicating the contents of each box will save you time and effort at your new home. You won’t have to dig through every box to find specific items you’re looking for.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure you also indicate which boxes contain the fragile items. Use the markers to write “Fragile” and “This Side Up” on the boxes that need special care.</span></p>
<h2><b>Quality Packing Tape</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Invest in high-quality, heavy-duty packing tape to secure your boxes. The high-quality tape will better protect your boxes and belonging against the abuse of moving.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure you pick up a couple of tape dispensers too. They’ll make the taping part of your project a breeze. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Be sure to reinforce the bottom of your boxes with packing tape. Use an extra layer on heavier loads.</span></p>
<h2><b>Moving Pads and Blankets</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It can be tricky to protect large furniture pieces, especially when they won&#8217;t conveniently fit in a box.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Help protect your furniture from scratches and other damage by using moving pads or blankets. Wrap these pads or blankets around furniture, then secure them with a large stretch wrap.</span></p>
<h2><b>Proper Packing Supplies</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With these essential packing supplies, you’re sure to have an efficient move.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Do you need help with your residential move? </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us today</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a free estimate!</span></p>
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		<title>What About Your Good China? 6 Tips to Pack Fragile Dishes</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2020 18:15:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Of all the household goods people move, formal dishes are among the most delicate and at risk of breaking.  You can protect your good china with good packing practices and by preparing to pack in advance. Keep the right packing materials on hand and pack carefully to prepare for your upcoming household move. Taking care throughout the packing process can help you avoid potential disasters during your upcoming relocation. 1. Stock Up on Packing Materials Keep a large stock of packing materials on hand during the packing process to ensure you have the right tools while packing your dishes. Packing peanuts, bubble wrap (large and small bubbles), foam padding, packing paper, and even clean rags</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Of all the household goods people move, formal dishes are among the most delicate and at risk of breaking. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You can protect your good china with good packing practices and by preparing to pack in advance. Keep the right packing materials on hand and pack carefully to prepare for your upcoming </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/residential-movers/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">household move</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Taking care throughout the packing process can help you avoid potential disasters during your upcoming relocation.</span></p>
<h2><b>1. Stock Up on Packing Materials</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Keep a large stock of packing materials on hand during the packing process to ensure you have the right tools while packing your dishes. Packing peanuts, bubble wrap (large and small bubbles), foam padding, packing paper, and even clean rags can help you pack your good dishes for safe transportation.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Use strong boxes that are in good condition. Medium and small-sized boxes are most appropriate. Boxes that have been previously bent, folded, or cut may not be structurally sound and could crumple during the moving process.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ideally, the boxes you use to pack your dishes will not have been used many times prior and will not be folded or structurally compromised in any way. You might also consider using dish pack boxes specially designed for moving dishes.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don&#8217;t forget the packing tape: use heavy-duty packing tape for your dishes.</span></p>
<h2><b>2. Store Plates On Their Side</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Line the bottom of the box with several sheets of crumpled paper or bubble wrap.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eVsmFLcMlms"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Wrap each plate individually</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> with packing paper, then place dishes in a vertical stack in the box. This keeps pressure off individual dishes and prevents any plates from being at the bottom of a stack, where they could easily break.</span></p>
<h2><b>3. Eliminate Empty Air With Packing Paper</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Empty air is a problem in boxes with dishes. The more open-air in your boxes, the more your plates will shift during the relocation. Fill empty spaces in your boxes with packing paper, packing peanuts, or packing foam. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Place several sheets of crumpled paper or bubble wrap on top of the dishes as well. Besides preventing the dishes from shifting during transport, packing materials also prevent the box itself from crumpling or changing shape during transportation.</span></p>
<h2><b>4. Label Them Well</b></h2>
<p><a href="https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/3-smart-secrets-for-labeling-moving-boxes-that-will-make-your-next-move-a-breeze-222780"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Label boxes</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> with brightly colored &#8220;fragile&#8221; stickers, and write &#8220;dishes&#8221; on all sides. This indicates to all handling these boxes that they need to be handled with special care. Put labels on all sides of the box as well as the top.</span></p>
<h2><b>5. Give Boxes a Special Place Of Their Own</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Avoid placing dish boxes in with tall stacks of other boxes. Instead, pack these fragile dish boxes in their own stack with other delicate items. Keep the stacks short and only use boxes in good condition to avoid creating stacks that might become unstable and fall over.</span></p>
<h2><b>6. Use Appropriate Boxes</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Heavy boxes are easily dropped by well-meaning family members just trying to move boxes from here to there. Limit the weight of the boxes by keeping them small. As noted earlier, dish pack boxes are ideal for moving dishes. </span></p>
<h2><b>Hire a Professional Moving Company</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many things you can do to protect your dishes during a relocation. The best thing you can do is hire a professional moving company with a track record of success and an excellent reputation to pack, unpack, and transport your dishes. </span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to get started with your upcoming relocation. We&#8217;ll help get your dishes and your family to your new home in one piece.</span></p>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2020 00:59:28 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>We understand how tough a move can be because there are lots of decisions to be made. One of the questions you’re probably asking yourself is whether you should hire a professional mover or take the DIY route.  When making this important decision, you’ll want to think about your situation and the type of move you’re making. As you check your list, you’ll find many good reasons to hire a professional mover. 1. Enjoy a Stress-Free Move Professional movers know all the ins and outs associated with relocating your belongings and can do it efficiently. People who take on a DIY move can do it. Still, it does involve doing tedious packing, finding people to</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">We understand how tough a move can be because there are lots of decisions to be made. One of the questions you’re probably asking yourself is whether you should hire a professional mover or take the DIY route. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When making this important decision, you’ll want to think about your situation and the type of move you’re making. As you check your list, you’ll find many good reasons to hire a professional mover.</span></p>
<h2><b>1. Enjoy a Stress-Free Move</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Professional movers know all the ins and outs associated with relocating your belongings and can do it efficiently. People who take on a DIY move can do it. Still, it does involve doing tedious packing, finding people to help with heavy lifting, maneuvering large pieces, driving a large unfamiliar truck, and then typically making multiple trips back and forth.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hiring a pro to handle your move means you can opt for a service that can pack your belongings with care, handle your bulky and heavy items, and load everything onto one truck. Essentially, you can settle into your new home far more quickly.</span></p>
<h2><b>2. Free Up Time to Focus on Other Important Details</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you’re relocating to a different town or another state, you’ll find many details to take care of on both ends of your move. If you’re a renter, you need to tie up loose ends in your former home. If you’ve recently sold your house, you’ll need to confirm everything is complete. You’ll also be busy taking care of details at your new home, such as </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/new-homeowner-tips-for-setting-up-your-utilities-for-the-first-time/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">establishing electric, water, cable, and other services</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. Hiring a professional moving company frees up your time, enabling you to make an easier transition.</span></p>
<h2><b>3. Hiring a Professional Can Save Money</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">According to </span><a href="https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/storage-and-organization/hire-a-moving-service/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Home Advisor</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, if you hire a pro, the average cost of a local move ranges from $600 to $2,300 depending on if you opt to hire strictly for the move or go for full service (including packing, unpacking, furniture disassembly, and reassembly, etc.). Some think they can cut costs by doing it themselves – and sometimes they can – but it can be more cost-effective to hire someone than do all of the moving yourself. You can always opt to do some of the moving tasks yourself to bring down costs and fit your budget.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consider if you go DIY, you’ll have to rent a truck, pay for fuel, buy moving tools and packing supplies, take time off from work, and potentially have to rent a storage unit. You’ll also need to assume any other unexpected costs – all of which can add up quickly. By hiring a pro, you’ll get a good estimate of your costs up-front, giving you an ability to plan accordingly.</span></p>
<h2><b>4. Ensure Personal Safety</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving a household entails a lot of risky work. You might need to move your possessions down a flight of stairs, or the weather might be bad on moving day. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Hiring professional movers who know how to </span><a href="https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/adult-health/multimedia/back-pain/sls-20076866"><span style="font-weight: 400;">properly lift items</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, move them safely, and access the right equipment will ensure a safer move.</span></p>
<h2><b>Moving Help</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Many people assume taking a DIY approach to moving is cheaper, but realistically, unexpected things do occur. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Moving is considerable work. But hiring a professional mover cuts out the hard parts so you can appreciate settling into your new home stress-free! To learn more about our moving services and different options, </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">contact us today</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for more information.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Usually, once you’ve decided to sell your home, you hope it sells quickly. You may be facing a long-distance move or have already purchased a new home.  You may not know that there are some things you can do that will make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Here are some tips to help your home sell faster. Pay Attention to Curb Appeal Look at your home’s exterior as if seeing it for the first time. The first thing a potential buyer will see is your home’s exterior. What will it say to them?  The good news is that exterior fixes for your home are relatively inexpensive, in most cases. They may include any</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Usually, once you’ve decided to </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/citypointe-real-estate-services/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">sell your home</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, you hope it sells quickly. You may be facing a </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/long-distance-movers/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">long-distance move</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> or have already purchased a new home. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">You may not know that there are some things you can do that will make your home more attractive to potential buyers. Here are some tips to help your home sell faster.</span></p>
<h2><b>Pay Attention to Curb Appeal</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Look at your home’s exterior as if seeing it for the first time. The first thing a potential buyer will see is your home’s exterior. What will it say to them? </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The good news is that exterior fixes for your home are relatively inexpensive, in most cases. They may include any of the following things:</span></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Painting or replacing your </span><a href="https://www.bobvila.com/slideshow/welcome-home-11-fresh-ways-to-spruce-up-your-front-door-50997"><span style="font-weight: 400;">front door</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Investing in some creative landscaping.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Adding inviting seating areas to your lawn and garden areas.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Repairing broken fencing.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Removing toys and debris from your yard.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Pressure washing your siding, sidewalks, and driveways.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Making sure the lawn is cut and neat.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">These small touches and details can go a long way toward making the outside of your home sparkle and shine, inviting potential buyers on many levels.</span></p>
<h2><b>Move Out Your Family Photos</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Consider it a head start on your actual move by </span><a href="https://www.homelight.com/blog/depersonalize-the-house/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">clearing out your family photos</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> before showing your home to potential buyers. The reason might surprise you. Buyer’s come into a house hoping to see themselves and their families in the home. That is more difficult for them to do if your family photographs are showing up at every turn. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">The same holds for things like kid’s art on refrigerators and other personal items. Go for a neutral atmosphere that allows potential buyers to picture their belongings and their decorations on the walls. It will make a huge difference.</span></p>
<h2><b>Clear Out the Clutter</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While some people focus on expensive projects hoping they will encourage faster home sales, the truth is that it’s usually the little things that turn buyers away. Buyers will be looking in your closets, drawers, and pantries to see how much room there is and if there will be room for their belongings. They don’t want to see mountains of junk and clutter in these spaces. Keep them tidy and orderly, so your buyers will be impressed and feel as if there is plenty of storage in the home.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Sort through and give things away or </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/storage/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">place them in storage</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for when your new home is ready.</span></p>
<h2><b>Use Light Wisely</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make sure you have lots of </span><a href="https://www.homes.com/blog/2019/02/7-home-staging-secrets-lighting-can-make-all-the-difference/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">light to fill the dark corners</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> of rooms in the home. This will make the rooms appear bigger to potential buyers, which is always a central selling point.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Replace light bulbs with higher wattage bulbs to brighten things up. Remove heavy curtain and anything obstructing windows to let in more natural light.</span></p>
<h2><b>On the Move</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It doesn’t have to be a bother to sell your home and sell it quickly. Little touches, such as these can help you make your home much more attractive to buyers. You’ll sell your house in no time and be on your way to the future you’ve wanted all along. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Just make sure you have the right moving company to help you make your move when the time comes for you to say goodbye to your former home for good. </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us today</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a free quote.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>A business or office relocation is best accomplished in strategic and well-planned steps. Moving your business can be hassle-free when you create a detailed checklist of everything you must accomplish before, during, and after the move. Before you move is the time to declutter, downsize, and get rid of items your business hasn&#8217;t used in the past two years. A reliable expert commercial moving company is crucial for a business move. From loading to unloading, and sometimes packing and unpacking, a professional mover experienced in business relocations should give you peace-of-mind that your office assets will be protected and handled carefully during the moving process. After the relocation move, several steps can get your office</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A business or office relocation is best accomplished in strategic and well-planned steps. Moving your business can be hassle-free when you create a detailed checklist of everything you must accomplish before, during, and after the move. Before you move is the time to declutter, downsize, and get rid of items your business hasn&#8217;t used in the past two years.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">A reliable expert commercial moving company is crucial for a business move. From loading to unloading, and sometimes packing and unpacking, a professional mover experienced in </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/commercial-movers/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">business relocations</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> should give you peace-of-mind that your office assets will be protected and handled carefully during the moving process. After the relocation move, several steps can get your office up and running in a fraction of the time.</span></p>
<h2><b>Checklist Before Your Business Move</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here, we are assuming you&#8217;ve already looked at the new floor plan, and you&#8217;ve assigned each employee an office, cubicle, or work area. Discuss your timeline with employees, so they will know what day the move will take place, and when you expect your business to be back in operations.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here is a checklist to help make your business relocation more efficient:</span></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make it a team project. Select a team member to oversee the sorting, disassembly, and packing of each department.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create an office move package. Print and distribute map instructions, parking spaces, and new office assignments for each employee</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Color code items. For easier unpacking, assign color-coded labels for each department&#8217;s boxes, computers, chairs, etc.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Don&#8217;t move personal belongings. Instead, ask employees to strip down their areas and take home any personal items.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Assign move day helpers. On move day, assign some employees to stay at the old office, and others to supervise at the new location.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Stick to the plan—direct movers where to put color-coded boxes and equipment within the new space.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Provide employees access. Make sure all employees have access codes, entrance badges, or keys to the new location.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It is essential to be realistic about time. Typically, office relocations take more time than expected. Putting in the pre-planning time on moving day will ensure your office is ready to be productive when all employees return to work.</span></p>
<h2><b>After an Office Move Checklist</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Every employee should be charged with getting their new space organized and ready for work. You may want to solicit volunteers to handle general unpacking of office manuals, office supplies, and anything that goes into common areas. You can also expect some employees grumbling concerning where they are located. Some will prefer not to be as near the restrooms, near the elevator, or a door.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Most will want a window location. After you&#8217;ve </span><a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/alankohll/2019/01/24/how-your-office-space-impacts-employee-wellbeing/#22fdedb364f3"><span style="font-weight: 400;">constructed your office layout</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, it is typically advised not to change seating for one employee, lest more employees will demand the same treatment.</span></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Ensure all telephones are set-up, and employees know their new numbers and extensions.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Confirm computer systems and tech equipment work.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create and distribute a new office telephone list.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Collect all keys, keycards, and passes for the old office location.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Distribute new building access keys or electronic passcodes.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Inform your business contacts of your company’s new address and contact information.</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">And finally, congratulate your employees, pass out a welcome gift, or plan a light office christening </span><a href="https://www.officerenew.com/tips-and-trends/people/how-to-celebrate-your-new-workplace/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">ceremony</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to mark your new office location.</span></p>
<h2><b>New Site Launch</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Between moving out of your old premises and moving into your new business location, the commercial office mover you select will be one of the most significant factors in smooth and hassle-free office relocation. </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a quote for your office move.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>Nearly 33 million people in the United States move in a year, according to the most current U.S. Census statistics. If you’re one of those millions moving this year, consider the few things you can do to help your movers on moving day. Be Ready: Pack in Advance If you didn’t select the full-service packing option with your mover and have opted to pack your own things, it’s essential to be packed before the movers arrive. If you’re still tossing items into boxes when the truck pulls up, it will make things more stressful. It also increases the risk that something won’t be packed correctly, leading to broken or damaged items. If movers have to</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Nearly 33 million people in the United States move in a year, according to the most current </span><a href="https://www.census.gov/library/stories/2019/04/moves-from-south-west-dominate-recent-migration-flows.html"><span style="font-weight: 400;">U.S. Census</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> statistics. If you’re one of those millions moving this year, consider the few things you can do to help your movers on moving day.</span></p>
<h2><b>Be Ready: Pack in Advance</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you didn’t select the </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/relocation-services/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">full-service packing</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> option with your mover and have opted to pack your own things, it’s essential to be packed before the movers arrive.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re still tossing items into boxes when the truck pulls up, it will make things more stressful. It also increases the risk that something won’t be packed correctly, leading to broken or damaged items. If movers have to wait around for boxes to be packed, loading the truck takes longer, and if paying an hourly fee, it can cost more money.</span></p>
<h2><b>Secure Pets</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make arrangements before moving day to secure your pets. For pets&#8217; safety, and for the movers&#8217; safety, they shouldn&#8217;t be underfoot. Moving day is hectic, and you don’t want your pets to run off or accidentally be hurt.</span></p>
<h2><b>Keep Kids Entertained and Out of the Way</b></h2>
<p><a href="https://psychcentral.com/lib/moving-and-young-children/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Children may be upset</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to leave their home for the new one or be overly excited.</span><span style="font-weight: 400;"> Children must stay out of the way, for everyone’s safety. If possible, have the children stay with a friend or family member. Or designate an older sibling or adult to keep the kids entertained and safe during moving day.</span></p>
<h2><b>Label Boxes</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It saves time on the other end if boxes are labeled with the room to which they need to be delivered. It’s not enough to write “Lucy’s Room” on the box. Movers won&#8217;t know which is Lucy&#8217;s Room. Use labels like Bedroom 2 and then at the new home, add a sticky note as a sign on doors to designate the room: Bedroom 2, Master Bedroom, Office.</span></p>
<h2><b>Empty Drawers</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Movers can and do move heavy items, from refrigerators to overstuffed couches. However, most prefer that the drawers from dressers, armoires, and desks be emptied, the contents packed in a box, and then those drawers removed. Many filing cabinet drawers can’t be removed. Ask your movers </span><i><span style="font-weight: 400;">before</span></i><span style="font-weight: 400;"> moving day if those can be secured with wrap/tape to keep the drawers from opening during transport. If the filing cabinet contains important documents or personal information, remove it and transport it to the new home on your own.</span></p>
<h2><b>Clear the Walkways</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Help your movers easily and safely navigate the walkways to and from your home by clearing the path. Ensure there are no trip hazards like pets or children’s toys, low-hanging branches on the exterior, and the hallways inside aren’t cluttered with moving boxes, cleaning materials, and other items.</span></p>
<h2><b>Stay Clear, But Be Available</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Like boxes in the walkway, people also become hazards to movers when they’re trying to do their job on moving day. It’s hard not to give in to the urge to micromanage. It’s important to allow the movers to do their thing. They’re the professionals, and they know how to efficiently pack up a home, including the order in which each item needs to be loaded into the truck or van.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While it’s good to keep out of the way as the movers work, it’s also essential to be available to answer questions. It’s also okay to ask questions and voice concerns as needed. </span></p>
<h2><b>Ready for the Move</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Being prepared is the best way to help your movers on moving day. Be sure to communicate with them before the day, so you know their policies, restrictions, and plans. Ask questions and remember that you&#8217;re a team on moving day, and together you&#8217;ll get the job done.</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a free quote. We can help with a smooth move. </span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>There are many good reasons to declutter before moving to a new home. However, it’s easier said than done. Maybe you are moving to a smaller place, or perhaps you have just accumulated so much stuff over the years, and you realize there is no sense cluttering up your new home. In any case, declutter or letting go of some of those lesser-used items is a freeing experience and can make for a simplified and more cost-effective move. Use some of these ideas to reduce your store of belongings. Using an inventory and methodically approaching the job is especially helpful. Why Downsize by Decluttering If you’re moving to a smaller space, the reasons for downsizing</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many good reasons to declutter before moving to a new home. However, it’s easier said than done. Maybe you are moving to a smaller place, or perhaps you have just accumulated so much stuff over the years, and you realize there is no sense cluttering up your new home.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">In any case, declutter or letting go of some of those lesser-used items is a freeing experience and can make for a simplified and more cost-effective move. Use some of these ideas to reduce your store of belongings. Using an inventory and methodically approaching the job is especially helpful.</span></p>
<h2><b>Why Downsize by Decluttering</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re moving to a smaller space, the reasons for downsizing your belongings are apparent. You can’t take everything.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">But even if you’ll have room to pack up all your possessions and dump them in your new home, you may not want to.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There are many benefits to decluttering. You can sell things for cash or donate them for a tax deduction. You can free up the storage space in your new home.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Last but not least, you’ll reduce the cost and effort of moving.</span></p>
<h2><b>Tips for Reducing the Amount of Stuff</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Maybe you’re looking at decades of accumulated goods and wondering, “How am I ever going to make a dent in this?” Here are some ideas for whittling down that house full of possessions.</span></p>
<h2><b>Give Yourself Plenty of Time</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">To avoid frustration, don’t start the decluttering process at the last minute. Begin the process as soon as you know that you will be moving. Schedule a few hours a day to deal with a different room or closet in your house. When you give yourself the proper amount of time and work in smaller chunks, you’re less likely to just throw it all in moving boxes and be done with it.</span></p>
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<h3><b>Take Inventory</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Make it as detailed as you want. A spreadsheet is one good way to do it.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Here are some things you might note about each item:</span></p>
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<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">On a scale of 1 to 10, how much do you want it?</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">What shape is it in?</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">When was the last time you used it?</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">How often do you use it?</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Will you keep it, sell it or give it away?</span></li>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">There’s no right or wrong on any specific item. How much do YOU care? If your great aunt’s homemade watercolors mean something to you, don’t let anyone convince you otherwise.</span></p>
<h3><b>Go Through the House Methodically</b></h3>
<p><a href="https://www.rd.com/article/how-to-downsize-your-stuff-for-a-move/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Reader’s Digest suggests</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> going through the house in concentric circles and working from the outside toward the center. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">The reasoning: more disposal-worthy items are in attics and closets nearer outside walls.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Whether you do circles or not, it’s important to have a method. Hit every room, closet, and drawer.</span></p>
<h3><b>Separate Keepers from Non-Keepers</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Designate part of a room or garage to collect everything you plan not to keep. Sort those into stacks to be sold, donated, or thrown away.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">While you’re working, don’t put anything back in a closet or drawer unless you’re likely to keep it.</span></p>
<h3><b>Eliminate Duplicates</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">How many Phillips head screwdrivers do you need? How many large wooden spoons? The kitchen and the workshop are excellent targets for weeding out extras.</span></p>
<h3><b>Disposing of Your Unwanted Items</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Some people hold a garage sale then donate what’s leftover. That’s not the only option.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you’re selling, think beyond eBay and Craigslist. Here are </span><a href="https://www.thebalancesmb.com/best-online-places-to-sell-stuff-4140754"><span style="font-weight: 400;">65 places</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to try.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Or, set the items on the curb with a FREE sign. Let things go where they’re really wanted.</span></p>
<h3><b>Be Realistic</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Are you really going to start using the exercise equipment? Do your relatives actually want the baby clothes you’re saving?</span></p>
<h2><b>Leave Special Mementos for Last</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s easier to get rid of things that have less meaning to us than it is to discard items with sentimental value. So, leave the harder decisions about sentimental things for last. </span></p>
<h3><b>Consider Storage</b></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">It’s best to lighten your load before you move, but if there are belongings you just can’t decide about, </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/storage/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">consider putting them in storage</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you don’t use them within six months, maybe you never will. Then it will be time to revisit handing those items off.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Yes, you incur the cost and trouble of moving them. But you don’t have to unpack them or look at them. </span></p>
<h2><b>Moving On</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Relocating to a new home is a chance to start over fresh. Why not start by eliminating those things you don’t really need or want.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">If you are still making your moving plans, </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a quote. We can help simplify your move experience.</span></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p>When getting ready to move, you have a thousand things to do. Being organized will help you stay focused and prevent you from feeling stressed. For some, the thought of moving can be overwhelming. Instead of letting things get to you, you can follow a few simple steps to help you stay on track and move according to schedule. Have a Plan As soon as you find out that a move is in your future, you will need to create a plan.  First, know your time frame and create a schedule. This will ensure that you have enough time to complete each step in the moving process. Once you know how much time you have,</p>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When getting ready to move, you have a thousand things to do. Being organized will help you stay focused and prevent you from feeling stressed. For some, the thought of moving can be overwhelming. Instead of letting things get to you, you can follow a few simple steps to help you stay on track and move according to schedule.</span></p>
<h2><b>Have a Plan</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As soon as you find out that a move is in your future, you will need to create a plan. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">First, know your time frame and </span><a href="https://www.mayflower.com/the-only-moving-checklist-youll-ever-need"><span style="font-weight: 400;">create a schedule</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">. This will ensure that you have enough time to complete each step in the moving process. Once you know how much time you have, you can determine when to start packing, switch over your utilities, and determine other essential dates related to your move. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Start gathering your moving supplies. Begin packing items you won&#8217;t need until after you move, like holiday decor and out of season clothes. This will give you a head start on the process and eliminate the need to rush when it gets close to moving day.</span></p>
<h2><b>Use Handy Checklists</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">With every step in the process, you will find several tasks that need to be completed. </span><a href="https://www.mayflower.com/moving-tips/moving-checklists/packing-101"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Create checklists</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> that will guide you along the way. Start making your checklists as soon as you start to create your moving plan. You will need a checklist for the materials, your budget, packing, and unpacking. With a checklist in hand, you will be able to maintain control over most of the tasks associated with your move. It will also keep you from forgetting tasks.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Another important checklist is closing out one home and </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/new-homeowner-tips-for-setting-up-your-utilities-for-the-first-time/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">transferring utilities</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;">, entertainment,  and subscriptions to your new one. When creating this checklist, you will need to include </span><a href="https://moversguide.usps.com/mgo/disclaimer?referral=UMOVE"><span style="font-weight: 400;">changing your address at the post office</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> and your business dealings, including insurance and credit card companies. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you know your exit date from your old home and when you plan on being settled into your new home, you can schedule many of the transfers ahead of time so you won&#8217;t have to worry about doing it at the last minute.</span></p>
<h2><b>Label Your Boxes and Containers</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">As you pack your possessions, it’s essential to label each box on every side. Include what items are in the box and what room the box should go to in your new home. Use a permanent marker to write the details on the side of the box. </span><span style="font-weight: 400;">Keep a master list of all that you have packed somewhere safe. You might also consider numbering or coding the boxes. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">This detailed effort will be well worth it during the unpacking process! </span></p>
<h2><b>Fill an Essentials Bag to Keep With You</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Before packing and loading everything onto the moving truck, gather some essentials that can help get you by if things don’t go as smoothly as you’ve planned. Include a change of clothes, medications, snacks, water, kids’ toys, pet supplies, and anything else that you might need in the short term. With these supplies, you&#8217;ll be comfortable for a bit night if the moving process gets delayed.</span></p>
<h2><b>Call in the Professionals</b></h2>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">Once you get started with all of the planning and organizing, you may decide to enlist some help. Call in the professionals. They can guide you through the process. Professional movers can help you with the planning, figure out how many boxes and additional supplies you’ll need, and provide you with the workforce you need for completing the move.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400;">When it comes to moving, being organized will keep your stress levels low, and your motivation high. Talk to a </span><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/about-us/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">professional moving company</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> to find additional ideas to stay organized and maintain your focus. With trained professionals on your side, you can&#8217;t go wrong!</span></p>
<p><a href="https://www.3amoving.com/contact/"><span style="font-weight: 400;">Contact us</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400;"> for a free quote today.</span></p>
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