If you’re about to get settled into a new home, your to-do list is probably long. It’s important to organize and pre-plan a move meticulously to protect those items most precious to you. The list varies by individual, but it might include jewelry, important documents and files,
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If you have a move coming up, packing is probably on your mind. With some pre-planning and the right materials on hand, you can help keep costs down by avoiding common packing mistakes. If your belongings are packed safely and properly, your move will be faster, allowing
Read more →A well-planned move is key unless you thrive under tremendous stress. Lay out a plan week by week from about seven to eight weeks out until moving day. While each move and the specific tasks associated with it vary by family, here is a typical checklist: Week
Read more →When your belongings are finally unloaded and the moving van is gone, your job is to turn a new house into a real home. Don’t get overwhelmed with boxes—handle them in the right order and pre-plan. Check boxes/furniture – Before the moving crew drives away, make sure
Read more →In addition to the headache of moving, the costs mount quickly. If you live in the Washington, DC area, you know the meaning of expensive! Take a few minutes and evaluate your situation. You may be surprised at how you can spend less by getting professionals involved.
Read more →According to realtors—the people who really know prospective buyers—house shoppers try to visualize themselves in your house. A perfectly organized, sparkling clean, and depersonalized home is most appealing. Here’s how to make your house stand out in the competitive Washington, DC, market: 1) Remember that housing is
Read more →One of the biggest headaches of downsizing is deciding what to do with all the paper that you have accumulated over the years. Whether you are downsizing, moving, or just decluttering and organizing your home, this can be an overwhelming task. Most people keep much more paper
Read more →Have you just moved and clothes are on the floor, and your pantry items are on the couch? Are boxes piling up because there is no place to put stuff? When movers do an unpack, they do not put items away – they unpack them. It is
Read more →The movers are officially gone, and you’re surrounded by boxes on boxes of your belongings. Where do you start to organize your home after a move? When will the book boxes get unpacked? Are you dreading the take-out food while your kitchen is chaotic? If you work
Read more →Moving is exciting, but also a huge undertaking. If your big day is approaching, you know all about long To Do lists, never ending phone calls, and the emotional task of decluttering. Read on for a recap of what to expect. Be prepared and the process will
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