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6 Winter Storage Mistakes Everyone Makes

6 Winter Storage Mistakes Everyone Makes

The pros have revealed the six most common winter storage mistakes everyone makes, and the home organizing fixes to help restore order and better protect belongings for several years to come.We handle decor a lot over the winter period, from taking down Thanksgiving decor, decorating for Christmas, to sprucing up for New Year’s, we riffle through our home storage ideas frequently. Not taking advantage of this and employing the best decluttering methods during this time is a common winter storage mistake, making your storage more difficult to use.It is also harder when you add new decor to your collection each year, and have to source new expensive organizers to house them. The solution, Laura McHolm, chief of organized living and co-founder of NorthStar Moving Company, suggests, is to reuse your Christmas wrapping.‘Homeowners often buy new packing materials instead of reusing what’s already in the house. … Continued

5 Things You Should Toss Before Hosting Christmas

5 Things You Should Toss Before Hosting Christmas

The biggest silent stressor? Cleaning and organizing your space to prepare for the festivities. It can be tough to know what to toss and what to simply tuck away for later. To help you get organized and minimize your pre-hosting jitters, we chatted with professional organizers to help you decide what to get rid of before a Christmas gathering and why.In the process of getting Christmas décor out of the attic, basement, or spare closet, you might notice that some items have been damaged since last year. Think string lights that don’t work, inflatables with holes, and cracked ornaments. If you determine the damage is something you can’t (or don’t want to) fix, it might be time to part with these items, says Laura McHolm, co-founder of NorthStar Moving Company. You don’t need to clutter your space with broken Christmas items that’ll … Continued

Best movers in Sunnyvale, Calif

Best movers in Sunnyvale, Calif

Hiring the right mover can make your life a lot easier. Here are some of the best in Sunnyvale.NorthStar Moving Company is another solid choice for a mover in Sunnyvale. The company has locations in California, Texas and Arizona, offering a plethora of different moving services, packing and unpacking, storage, specialty item moving and more. Local moves are priced based on the number of movers needed for the job, the drive time between your addresses and the amount of furniture and boxes you need moved. To get an estimate, you’ll need to set up a virtual video call with a representative, where you’ll perform a walkthrough of the interior and exterior of your home.

Best movers in San Francisco, Calif

Best movers in San Francisco, Calif

There are dozens of moving companies to pick from around San Francisco, but which should you choose? We rounded up the five best — no matter your budget.NorthStar Moving Company is the best interstate mover in San FranciscoThis mover is the only one on our list authorized by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DoT) to offer interstate moving services. It can also coordinate international moves if you’re headed out of the country. Additionally, it has several “luxury” packages that connect you with services for everything from taking care of your pets and kids on moving day to staging your home and cleaning or getting rid of unwanted junk.The company is also a good choice if you’re concerned about going green. It uses biodiesel moving trucks with battery-powered lift gates and moving boxes made from 100% recycled materials. It also uses … Continued

NorthStar Moving Opens New Franchise in Newport Beach, California

NorthStar Moving Opens New Franchise in Newport Beach, California

Award-winning Moving Company Expands Eco-Luxury Moving Services to Orange CountyLos Angeles, CA, Nov. 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, today announced the opening of its newest franchise: NorthStar Moving – Newport Beach, serving Newport Beach and the greater Orange County area.The new franchise is owned and operated by Danilo Salgueiro, a seasoned operations leader with over two decades of experience in logistics, finance and data-driven management. Danilo’s decision to join the NorthStar Moving family was inspired by his own moving experience with the company.“When NorthStar Moving handled my family’s move, I watched the things that usually go wrong… not go wrong,” said Salgueiro. “The estimate matched reality, the crew communicated before I had to ask and the last box was placed exactly where it belonged. Talking with the movers, I learned many had been … Continued

NorthStar Moving Included in Newsweek’s America’s Best Customer Service 2026 List

NorthStar Moving Included in Newsweek’s America’s Best Customer Service 2026 List

Honored for outstanding service, NorthStar Moving earns top spot for the third yearLOS ANGELES, CA – November 05, 2025 – NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, is pleased to announce they have been included in Newsweek’s listof America’s Best Customer Service 2026. This award is presented in collaboration withStatista, the statistics and industry ranking provider. The awards list was announced on October29, 2025, and can currently be viewed on the Newsweek website.The America’s Best Customer Service 2026 award list identified the top 730 companies across166 categories from the results of an independent survey of participants who have either madepurchases, used services, or gathered information about products or services in the past threeyears. In total, over 200,000 evaluations were collected.The survey was conducted on retailers and service providers from 166 categories, providingresults for a broad spectrum of customer … Continued

Best movers in Santa Cruz, CA

Best movers in Santa Cruz, CA

Have a move coming up in Santa Cruz? We’ve rounded up the best options so you can get your move on the road. With nearly 40 moving companies to choose from in Santa Cruz, finding one that’s worth your time and money can be challenging. That’s why our Yahoo Local team did the work for you. We analyzed more than 5,000 customer reviews and verified each company’s licenses, Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditation statuses, insurance and services. We also contacted the top movers to confirm pricing, policies and understand what you can expect from working with its team.Our pick for best overall mover in Santa Cruz is NorthStar Moving Company. Its wide range of services can help you move locally or overseas. It’s BBB-accredited with hundreds of five-star reviews and more than 30 years of experience.

Best movers in Oakland, CA

Best movers in Oakland, CA

At Yahoo Local, we’ve done the legwork to vet and objectively rank the very best movers in the greater Oakland area to identify the companies worthy of your trust. We scoured customer reviews, licensing sites and Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditations, and then we reached out to the best of the best to make sure we had all the most up-to-date information about prices, policies and more.we think the best overall moving company in Oakland is NorthStar Movers, a full-service company with the expertise to handle moves of all lengths, challenging situations and has hundreds of satisfied customer reviews to prove it. The company can handle tricky items (including pianos and works of art), and it has its own storage facility. NorthStar is BBB-accredited, and we think your move, no matter where, is in good hands with them.

NorthStar Moving’s 2025 Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive Provides Nearly 100,000 Meals to LA Children

NorthStar Moving’s 2025 Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive Provides Nearly 100,000 Meals to LA Children

With more LA children facing hunger than anywhere in the nation, NorthStar Moving’s annual drive helps fill the summer meal gapLos Angeles, CA, Sept. 22, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced the completion of their 13th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing food drive, raising $24,745 to provide 98,980 meals for children and families across Los Angeles County.Partnering once again with Compass Real Estate, the virtual food drive generated critical funds for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, which continues to serve one million people each month. Since its launch, the drive has provided a cumulative total of 918,052 meals, moving closer to the one million meal milestone.“Los Angelenos never stop showing up for each other,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm. “Families in our community are working hard, but still forced to make impossible choices between rent, … Continued

Best movers in Santa Rosa, Calif.

Best movers in Santa Rosa, Calif.

We’ve done some of the heavy lifting for you by evaluating and scoring some of the top movers that service the Santa Rosa area. We looked at customer reviews, licensing, Better Business Bureau (BBB) ratings and more to curate our list of winners. We then took things a step further by calling our top two companies, asking for an estimate and to just get a feel for how each business treats potential customers. Here’s what we found.NorthStar Moving Company is our top pick for the best mover in Santa Rosa. The company performs local, long-distance and international moves, and follows eco-friendly moving practices for each job. Along with moving services, you can also hire NorthStar for help with packing, storage and specialty item moving (like pianos and artwork).

Best Movers: NorthStar Moving Company

Best Movers: NorthStar Moving Company

With over 30 years of experience, NorthStar Moving Company consistently emphasizes high standards and integrity in every move it handles in Austin and beyond.One of the few green moving companies in Austin, they use 100% recycled moving boxes and packaging materials, offer recycling incentives and ethical practices throughout its operations. By prioritizing these standards, they help clients move sustainably without compromising on quality or care.

Community Impact Advocate of the Year Finalist

Community Impact Advocate of the Year Finalist

THE 2025 VALLEY WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP SYMPOSIUM & AWARDS, held on August 21 at the Hilton Los Angeles / Universal City, brought together a vibrant community of business leaders for a powerful half-day of insight, inspiration, and celebration.Each honoree and finalist is profiled in the following pages — remarkable women who lead by example, combining business excellence with a deep commitment to their communities.Co-founder of NorthStar Moving Company, Laura McHolm’s career has spanned tech marketing at Atari, corporate law, and, ultimately, innova-tion in the moving industry by bring-ing hospitality and sustainability to a field once defined by brute force.

Customer Experience in the Summer Heat

Customer Experience in the Summer Heat

Summer is peak moving season—and for good reason. School’s out, the real estate market is booming, and the long daylight hours offer flexibility. But there’s one major downside: the heat. And when temperatures soar, a smooth move can quickly turn into a sweaty, stressful experience—for both customers and crews.Enter NorthStar Moving Company, a GEM member known for making moves not just bearable, but even enjoyable, thanks to their unwavering focus on customer care, no matter the conditions. With offices in San Francisco and Austin, they’ve mastered the art of moving in high temps while protecting people and belongings alike. 

Best movers in Round Rock, Texas

Best movers in Round Rock, Texas

The Yahoo Local moving experts reviewed and ranked the best movers in Round Rock based on factors like Better Business Bureau (BBB) accreditation status, services offered and customer reviews. We also did the heavy lifting, contacting each featured mover directly to get the lowdown on hourly rates, background checks for movers and payment structures. Below you’ll find the best Round Rock movers for your upcoming move.NorthStar Moving is the top alternative moving company in Round RockAs our top alternative mover, NorthStar is known for its eco-conscious practices, strong Yelp and Google ratings and personalized service. The company uses biodiesel fuel in its trucks and moving boxes made from recycled materials. It encourages customers to return boxes after use and offers incentives to do so, making it a great choice if you want a mover that cares about the environment while still offering … Continued

Women Brand Leaders

Women Brand Leaders

Laura McHolm of NorthStar Moving Company On 5 Things You Need to Lead a Highly Successful BrandWhat does it take to build and lead a successful brand as a woman? What strategies have worked? What lessons were learned the hard way? What are the most important elements that drive brand success — and how do women navigate leadership in this space? In this interview series we are talking to women who have played a major role in building, shaping, or leading a brand, to share their insights and stories. As a part of this series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Laura McHolm, Director of Marketing and Co-Founder of NorthStar Moving Company.

NorthStar Moving Launches 13th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive to Help LA’s Children

NorthStar Moving Launches 13th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive to Help LA’s Children

As Los Angeles faces another challenging year, NorthStar Moving calls on Angelenos to help feed thousands of local children this summerLos Angeles, CA, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today the launch of their 13th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive.  Los Angeles County continues to hold a heartbreaking distinction: more children struggle with food insecurity here than in any other county in the United States. To help combat this crisis, NorthStar Moving has once again partnered with Compass Real Estate to raise critical funds for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, providing children with access to nutritious meals throughout the summer. “We see the devastating impact of food insecurity across Los Angeles County, including among children,” said President and CEO of the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Michael Flood. … Continued

Best movers in San Jose, Calif.

Best movers in San Jose, Calif.

Moving anywhere is tough, but choosing the right moving company from among the dozens in and around San Jose makes things even more difficult. To make things a little easier, we’ve rounded up the top movers in San Jose using a proprietary system based on objective factors like scores from thousands of reviews and proper licensing.With locations in California, Arizona and Texas, NorthStar Moving Company has more than 30 years of experience helping folks move around San Jose and the Southwest in general. The company got its start in 1994, offering a wide range of services and focusing on eco-friendly business practices. Its attention to detail and customer service, reflected in its thousands of online reviews, helped it secure the spot as our top San Jose mover.

Starting a New Chapter? Hiring a Moving Company with a Stellar Reputation Guarantees Exceptional Value

Starting a New Chapter? Hiring a Moving Company with a Stellar Reputation Guarantees Exceptional Value

Moving is stressful. Heirloom furniture, cherished mementos—your entire material life gets packed into a truck and driven away. While the logistics of moving often get boiled down to boxes and trucks, it’s really about something deeper: trust. That’s why it matters who’s behind the wheel. Choosing NorthStar Moving Company means trusting people who know they’re moving more than just stuff—they’re moving your story.The question shouldn’t be who offers the lowest price but rather who deserves the responsibility of handling your life’s possessions. Before rushing into a decision based primarily on cost, take a moment to carefully consider who you’re trusting with your most valuable possessions.

NorthStar Moving’s Laura McHolm Honored on World Stage for Her Philanthropic Work

NorthStar Moving’s Laura McHolm Honored on World Stage for Her Philanthropic Work

From Los Angeles to London: NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Named Finalist in Women Changing the World AwardsLos Angeles, CA, April 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, is pleased to announce that its co-founder, Laura McHolm, has been named a finalist for the 2025 Women Changing the World Awards in the Volunteer of the Year category.The Women Changing the World Awards, presented by Oprah Winfrey’s all-time favorite guest, Dr. Tererai Trent, celebrate and recognize women achieving outstanding success in areas such as sustainability, humanitarian work, leadership, advocacy, tech, product development, education, health and innovation. The awards are designed to spotlight the growing number of women who are leading the way in making the world a better place and to inspire others to take action.Dr. Trent explains, “These exceptional women are here to awaken hearts, give permission … Continued

Moving Tips for Families with Children with Special Needs

Moving Tips for Families with Children with Special Needs

Moving can be a stressful and challenging experience for any family. When you have a child with special needs, the complexities of moving day can multiply. Whether it’s accommodating physical disabilities, sensory sensitivities or unique medical needs, addressing your child’s special needs during a move is crucial for a successful relocation. With help from the experts at Inclusion Matters by Shane’s Inspiration, we’ve gathered tips to help your family navigate the moving process with confidence and ease. These moving tips for families will ensure that every member of your family feels safe, supported and comfortable throughout the move.