What Not to Pack When Moving

August 28, 2015

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:

NorthStar Moving Honored 2015 “Best Places to Work” Winner for Sixth Consecutive year

August 26, 2015

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

Moving Boxes 101: How to Pack in the Right Box

August 25, 2015

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.

Moving Seniors with Beloved Pets: 10 Things You Need To Know

August 24, 2015

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.

Just Moved In? Four Things You Should Know to Protect Your New Home From Hurricane Season

August 20, 2015

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.

How to Keep Your Pets Stress-Free During a Move

August 15, 2015

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.

How Many Moving Boxes Do I Need?

July 28, 2015

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.

San Marino Coldwell Banker Collects Most in Food Drive

July 24, 2015

“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.

San Marino Coldwell Banker Raises the Most Food Donations in Third Annual Food Drive Competition

July 20, 2015

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.

Mission Viejo Coldwell Banker Raises Top Food Donations in Third Annual Food Drive Competition

July 20, 2015

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.

NorthStar Moving and Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Collect Food To Serve Over 5,000 Meals to Hungry Kids

July 15, 2015

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

Moving a Parent? How to Hire a Senior Move Manager

July 15, 2015

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.

How To Pack Your Computer and Set it Up Again with Ease

July 10, 2015

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:

NorthStar Moving Partners with National Association of Senior Move Managers to Assist Seniors on the Move

July 7, 2015

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

Moving with Kids? Follow These Four Stages to Keep Your Kids Stress-Free

July 3, 2015

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.

Moving Rules and Regulations

June 11, 2015

I know what you are thinking: “There are moving rules for moving companies? My moving to-do list is longer than a moving truck, now I need to learn moving rules and regulations?” No need to break out the books and number two pencils. This cheat sheet will move you to the head of the class! Know the critical facts fast to keep your move smooth and protected.

Third Annual Summer Food Drive Plans to Feed 1 Million People

May 29, 2015

NorthStar Moving Company and Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage are hosting the third annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing!” food drive to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange counties from May 1 to June 20. A press release stated the donations will help feed the more than 1 million children in Southern California where access to food is lacking.

Moving this Summer? Donate Your Food

May 27, 2015

‘Tis the season of moving. Although summer is not traditionally “the season of giving,” if you are one of the 40 million Americans moving this summer it is the perfect opportunity to be a summertime Santa. While you are packing up all of your belongings, you can also be opening up your spirit of giving. In fact, the act of giving while you move will actually make your move easier.Visit www.MoveForHunger.org, a non-profit organization that will connect you with a local moving company that will deliver your non-perishable food donations to your local food bank for you.

How to Choose a Mover: 10 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Moving Company

May 23, 2015

Did you know May is National Moving Month? Not a highly celebrated occasion, but over 40 million of us will be swapping in the barbeque tongs for packing tape this month. May is the kick-off to the busy moving season. So for those of you moving this season, the best start to a smooth move is hiring a trusted moving company. How do you find a mover you can count on? Of course the first step is to search on HomeAdvisor.com. Once you have the list of results in front of you, how do you know which mover to pick? Would you handover your grandmother’s baby grand piano or your prized shoe collection into any stranger’s hands?

Style Me Grasie: Blank Canvas

May 22, 2015

With the help of NorthStar Moving, who packed up our old apartment (can you say amazing?!) then flawlessly moved us into our new place, we are now settled into our lovely home. We spent a week unpacking (there were like a million boxes that luckily NorthStar later picked up to recycle) and are now in full decorating mode. I’ve always been a huge fan of home decor but never felt like a pro at it, so I enlisted the help of HomePolish. With the guidance of my super rad decorator Caroline, we are on our way!

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