Movers hired? Check. Moving day scheduled? Check. Packed? Um… If your answer to this question is no, it’s probably because you’re overwhelmed by looking around at all the stuff in your home. One of the most common moving questions is: “How many boxes will I need?”
Moving? Bet, you’re asking yourself: “How many boxes will I need?”. Make the packing process easy by calculating how many boxes you need in advance. General Rule of Thumb: The longer you have lived in your home, the more stuff you will have accumulated. You know if you’re a pack rat, now’s the time to own it. If you have lived in your home for more than 5 years, or are just NOT a less-is-more type of a person, buy the higher number of boxes for your move.
You have tried to clean out closets and clear what some people call clutter, but you keep hitting that sentimental roadblock. Even though you may not be using the childhood books or the set of blue vases anymore, you just don’t have the heart to send them away to an unknown place. How about a reverse housewarming party? Invite your friends over and ask each person to pick some items to take home with them. This is a great way to reunite with old friends and declutter at once.
The Ultimate Lifesaver Packing Tip: Items you want to have easily accessible and close by your side on moving day be sure to pack a suitcase for each family member so everyone has their pjs, a change of clothes, phone/computer chargers, toothbrush, toothpaste, meds and favorite teddy bear. Also, make sure each family pet is microchipped, tagged and has a backpack full of food, meds, treats and toys to keep them settled where ever they will be babysat during the move.
Plenty of items will have no use in your new place. Meanwhile, others should be kept close to you at all times, not shoved in a moving van. If you’re confused about either, Redfin and North Star Moving have highlighted a few key tips to help.Take a look at the infographic below for more info on which items shouldn’t be packed away — it may just save you a lot of hassle on your big day.
You have gone through the packing drills: “Boxes? check; Tape? check; Precise type of boxes? check. Ready, set, go! Start packing!” Wait a second! 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:
California’s premier eco-luxury moving company awarded for workplace excellence by the Los Angeles Business JournalLOS ANGELES, Aug. 26, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving®, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, today announced that it was named one of the “Best Places to Work” in greater Los Angeles for the sixth consecutive year. This ninth annual program was created by the Los Angeles Business Journal and Best Companies Group.The survey and awards program was designed to identify, recognize and honor the best employers in Los Angeles, benefiting the county’s economy, workforce and businesses. The list is made up of 100 companies. NorthStar Moving ranked an impressive #24 in the best medium sized company category, jumping up three places from last year.Companies from across the county entered the two-part survey process to determine the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles. The first part consisted … Continued
It certainly can be if you don’t have the right type of moving boxes to protect your belongings. To avoid jigsaw-driven headaches, get the right stuff for your stuff. The correct boxes and supplies will eliminate wasting time and assist you in maintaining your sanity while you’re preparing to make your move. Plus, using the right boxes will properly protect all of your belongings. How do you know what boxes you will need for your treasures? Luckily, there’s no class attendance required. Simply follow this guide, and you’ll be able to call it a wrap and move to the head of the class.
As a Senior Move Manager, you are already well aware of the stressors and emotions of moving an older adult from a longtime home. Add a cherished pet to the move mix and you practically have another client – a four-legged one. Pets sense the stresses of a move, and can often be more anxious about the change than your client. It’s vital to compassionately manage your client’s furry friends during the move process.
What’s the best way to prepare your home to seal out hurricane damage this season? There are simple steps you can take to reduce your home’s risk of damage before a hurricane or any intense storm hits.I connected with a home construction & residential waterproofing expert, David Baur at Grace Residential Building Materials, and gathered these four vital tips to save your home and your money.
Moving doesn’t have to be a dog-gone cat-astrophy. The good news is that with a paw-ful of wise tips you can ease the trauma on your pets. Here are ten tricks that have been approved by Veterinarian Dr. Sara Sheltren to keep Fluffy and Fido cared for during the moving process.
If your answer to this question is no, it’s probably because you’re overwhelmed by looking around at all the stuff in your home. People often ask me how many boxes they need. Once you figure this out, it helps move along the packing process. Luckily, we created a handy chart to give an estimate of how many boxes you’ll need based on the size of your home.
“NorthStar Moving has been a committed Food Bank partner since 2013, collecting and donating more than 12,800 pounds of food,” said Los Angeles Regional Food Bank Chief Development Officer Amy Smith. “We are grateful for their continued support.”NorthStar Moving delivered all of the food donated in Los Angeles County to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and all of the food donated in Orange County to Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County.
NorthStar Moving® Company announced today that the San Marino Coldwell Banker office collected the most food donations in Los Angeles County in their third annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. San Marino Coldwell Banker raised 1,326 pounds of food and the food drive raised a total of 6,771 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
NorthStar Moving announced today that the Mission Viejo Coldwell Banker office collected the most food donations in Orange County for the second year in a row, in their third annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. Mission Viejo Coldwell Banker raised 675 pounds of food and the food drive raised a total of 6,771 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.
Third Annual Food Drive Competition Assists Feeding the Rising Number of Hungry Children in LA and Orange CountiesNorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today that their third annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” summer food drive competition in partnership with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage raised 6,771 pounds of food to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.One out of four children in LA County and one out of five children in Orange County struggle with hunger. The food drive competition, hosted by NorthStar Moving, had Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage offices in LA County and Orange County compete for six weeks to collect the most food donations to help feed those children in need. “NorthStar Moving has been a committed Food Bank partner since 2013, collecting and donating more than 12,800 pounds of food,” said Los Angeles Regional Food … Continued
Many of us are now, or soon will be, helping our parents downsize and move. I have experienced it and I am sure many of you are about to go down that journey too. In fact, as the Baby Boom generation retires, the U.S. population age 65 and over will jump nearly 80 percent in the next twenty years. By 2030, the elderly will account for one-fifth of the total U.S. population.Did you know there are actually professionals that specialize in moving seniors? They are called Senior Move Managers® and they assist older adults and their families with the daunting process of downsizing and moving to a new residence.
Thankfully, with these tips your entire computer will fit into one box. Also, you can put an end to the scary visions of endless tangled wires and the confusion of not knowing where to plug each cord. Simply color-code your computer wires and use your cell phone camera to document the process. Here is how to tame your computer:
Eco-luxury moving company named preferred vendor for senior move managers, connecting senior clients with qualified senior move managersNorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, has partnered with the National Association of Senior Move Managers (NASMM), the leading membership organization for Senior Move Managers®, to connect clients with local Senior Move Managers. NorthStar Moving has been named a NASMM Local Connect Partner and is a preferred vendor. The new partnership ensures NorthStar Moving’s senior clients are given the expert care needed to facilitate the physical and emotional aspects of relocation required by some older adults.“Making a major move at any age is difficult and stressful, add the intricacies of moving later in life and it is even more complex,” said NASMM Associate Executive Director Jennifer Pickett. “Managing the stress of relocating older adults is the hallmark of our association and we are … Continued
It’s no secret, no one likes to move and that includes your kids. Moving is one of the most stressful times in life. It brings a lot of change, to do lists, and financial concerns. For your kids, it means making new friends and maybe adjusting to a new school. Way before you break out those cardboard boxes, use these pointers to get your kids through the moving process.
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