Have you heard of the tiny house craze? The trend is to live big in a small space. This means enjoying life with fewer things. On college campuses, living in a tiny space isn’t a revolutionary idea, but new organization tricks from the micro-living movement can help you make the most of your dorm room.
I called in the pros: the veterinarians at VetPronto and Dr. Anthony George, doctor of veterinary medicine and certified veterinary acupuncturist, to learn some simple tips to help find a qualified vet in your new hood. From office structure to qualifications and interaction, their advice covers the hunt from whiskers to tail.
When it comes to packing up your home for a move, the garage is often the last room packed. Let’s face it, we put it off due to the sheer number of things piled up and the items in the garage are the most awkward things to pack. Garages are full of tools, landscaping equipment and things you don’t want to look at. Often, our garages have become the dumping ground of junk we don’t want in the house. But…there are so many advantages to making the garage the first room packed. With a little planning, packing up your garage will ease your mind and possibly fill your wallet! So, how do you tackle packing a garage?
Laura McHolm co-founded NorthStar Moving 20 years ago when she was working as an attorney and felt the desire to do something unexpected. She believes that if people have a happy move, they will have a happy home. Thus, the theme of NorthStar Moving is “Moving Happiness Home.” Her philosophy also applies to her organization, which has been named among the “best places to work” by the Los Angeles Business Journal. McHolm is deeply committed to helping others in many ways.
Is googling “moving company” really the best way to find a mover for your productionmove? Sure, you will find a mover, but will you find a mover that is experienced in theintricacies, timeline and budget restraints of a production? Instead, here are some tips onwhat to look for when hiring a mover. They will save you time, money and headaches. Finda mover that knows how to assist you behind the scenes, making you look like the star.
From May 2 through June 17, NorthStar Moving held their fourth Annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” food drive with the help of 30 Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage locations throughout Southern California. This year, they were able to collect 7,132 pounds of food, which equates to about 5,900 meals! NorthStar Moving also volunteered to deliver the donations to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and the Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County.
NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today that their fourth annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage raised 7,132 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange County.
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage is proud to announce that their fourth annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, raised 7,132 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange County.
4th Annual Food Drive Competition Assists Local Hungry Children in Time of NeedLOS ANGELES, July 12, 2016 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today that their fourth annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage raised 7,132 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange County.“We appreciate the support we’ve received from NorthStar Moving over the past four years,” said Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Chief Development Officer Mario Haug. “They understand that hunger never takes a vacation and that summer can be especially hard for families in Los Angeles with limited resources. Because of their generosity, we are able to help feed the 1 in 5 children in L.A. County who live in food insecure homes.”The food drive competition, hosted by NorthStar Moving, … Continued
Everyone knows that buying a home is a huge financial and emotional commitment. Most of us purchase a home just a few times in our lifetime. It’s full of countless decisions: Is this the right house for my family? Is the neighborhood where we want to live? Can we afford it? Unfortunately, one of the first and most vital steps in the home buying process is often overlooked – hiring a qualified home inspector.
Moving from the U.S. to another country? Fantastique! Magnífico! You are beginning a great adventure. But of course, you first need to get there with all of your belongings. First, I am sure you are wondering how much will it cost to move overseas. The cost of an international move is determined by the volume of your shipment. Volume is measured by either cubic feet or weight, depending on the final destination of your international move.
Moving is one of life’s most stressful experiences. Imagine what your pets feel like. They know something is up, just not what’s happening.All the packing, boxes and general chaos and can cause anxiety in dogs and cats, said Inga Fricke, director of pet retention programs at the Humane Society of the United States.If you’re stressed out about moving, you can transfer those feelings to your pet.If you’re planning a move, “be mindful not only about your pet’s safety but also their well-being,”“Instead of pulling an all-nighter to pack, try to pack over a long period of time so that your pet thinks everything is normal. This will keep their stress level down. If you are moving with cats, it can help to bring out their carriers out a few a weeks before the move.
Bike, skate, walk and glow to raise money for families living with cystic fibrosisWHAT: Claire’s Place Foundation, a non-profit organization providing support to children and families affected by cystic fibrosis, is proud to announce their second annual “Glow Ride” fundraiser. The short 3.4 mile ride will make a big scene on the Hermosa Beach and Manhattan Beach Piers and make an even bigger impact on families with cystic fibrosis struggling to make ends meet while dealing with extended hospital stays.Claire and her supporters, including Jane the Virgin star Justin Baldoni and Hermosa Beach Mayor Hany Fangary,will be passing out glow sticks, glasses, bracelets, and the works to all the participants at the event so we can really brighten the lives of those that struggle with this disease each and every day.DETAILS: The event is sponsored by NorthStar Moving Company and Hermosa Cyclery, who will donate back 100% of all proceeds … Continued
Hold it! Before you pack every tea cup and toy car in your home; take a break and step back. There are some items you should first set aside; these items should not be packed. Certain valuables should always be kept close to you during a move, other items can be dangerous and some items simply should be left to the pros to pack to prevent injury and breakage. Here are some of the items NOT to pack and move with the rest of your belongings.
When it comes to packing before a move, the garage is often the last room most people pack. We put it off due to the sheer number of things piled up and because the items in the garage are the most awkward to pack. Garages are full of tools, landscaping equipment and things you don’t want to look at. Often, garages become the dumping ground for junk we don’t want in the house.But there are many advantages to packing the garage first. With a little planning, packing up your garage will ease your mind and possibly fill your wallet! So how do you tackle packing a garage?
Before you start to pack, make a game plan. Which of your items are fragile? What will you need to pack them? We’ve seen some folks pack themselves so, unfortunately, we know which household items are most likely to break and typically aren’t packed properly. Not surprisingly, we would say let the experts do the packing. However, for those “do-it-yourselfers,” we have compiled an old school David Letterman list of the “Top Ten Items Damaged When Moving.” It’s surprising what items make the list. Not only have we compiled the most breakable list, we’ve included tips on how to protect them properly so you can “break” this pattern
Join us on July 16th for our Second Annual Glow Ride for Cystic Fibrosis in beautiful Hermosa Beach, CA. Can’t be here in person? You can still join us by choosing “Fundraise for this Campaign” on our registration page.Thank you to our initial Event Sponsors: NorthStar Moving Company and Hermosa Cyclery. There are several event sponsorship opportunities available ~ please email melissa@clairesplacefoundation.org for more information.
Picture this: Stacks of taped up boxes fill your home and the moving truck is about to arrive. In the corner of the room you are still staring at a box of important documents. What should you do with your birth certificate, social security card, passport, banking documents, will, and all of the other valuable papers? You know better than to pack them up and send them in the moving truck or ship them. But, what is the best way to keep them safe and accessible during your move?
The Laguna Beach Coldwell Banker office will be collecting food donations in partnership with Northstar Moving Company in their fourth annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing!” drive.Donations will benefit Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County and may be brought, through June 17, to the Coldwell office at 31582 Coast Highway.
Picture this: Stacks of taped up boxes fill your home and the moving truck is about to arrive. In the corner of the room you are still staring at a box of important documents. What should you do with your birth certificate, social security card, passport, banking documents, will, and all of the other valuable papers? You know better than to pack them up and send them in the moving truck or ship them. But, what is the best way to keep them safe and accessible during your move?Knowing where your records and identifications are during a move will give you peace mind. And, you need a little peace of mind during a move!
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