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NorthStar Moving’s Annual Food Drive Provides Over 78,500 Meals to Feed Hungry Kids

NorthStar Moving’s Annual Food Drive Provides Over 78,500 Meals to Feed Hungry Kids

11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive assists growing number of hungry children in LA CountyNorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced that their eleventh annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” food drive raised $19,629 for the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, providing 78,516 meals to feed hungry children in Los Angeles County. “A big thank you to Compass Real Estate for being our food drive partner for the third consecutive year,” said NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm. “In a time when budgets are tight, the local Compass offices really stepped up and eagerly participated. We are grateful for their time, enthusiasm and contributions to the food drive.” In California, 2 million children live in low-income households affected by hunger. The Hollywood strikes caused even more families to be impacted by the struggle to put food on the table. Once again, … Continued

How to store baking dishes – 8 ways to keep them neat

How to store baking dishes – 8 ways to keep them neat

We’ve compiled a step-by-step guide, including top tips from experts on the best kitchen storage ideas, to ensure your baking dishes remain neat, tidy, and easily accessible at all times, and quick to put away, too – the less time spent clearing up, the better. […]‘More durable dishes can be stacked on their sides like files without the risk of breakages’, says Laura McHolm, founder of NorthStar Moving Company. ‘This simple step not only creates more room but allows you to see exactly what you have, as opposed to when they’re stacked one on top of the other. You can pull them out more easily, too. Heavy-duty racks are great for keeping them in place if they’re in a drawer or on a pull-out mechanism of some kind. ‘Make sure that the dividers are adjustable so that can adapt your system … Continued

Last Week to Donate to NorthStar Moving’s Online Food Drive

Last Week to Donate to NorthStar Moving’s Online Food Drive

NorthStar Moving® Company’s 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive will conclude on August 31, 2023. Recent data revealed a growing hunger crisis in Los Angeles County. The online food drive is a simple way to raise the much needed funds to provide meals to children this summer.According to a recent survey conducted by the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research, nearly 37% of low-income families in greater Los Angeles experienced food insecurity in 2022. The 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive is completely online and runs through August 31, 2023. Please make a monetary online donation today HERE.All donations will directly assist the needs of our hero: the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank.

Lawyer Zags to Moving

Lawyer Zags to Moving

Laura McHolm, North Star Moving Co.’s co-founder and marketing director, never set out to get into the moving business. After skipping several years of high school and enrolling in University of California at Berkeley at 16, McHolm began a career teaching programming on early Apple computers before getting her doctorate from the Santa Clara University School of Law and practicing as an intellectual property lawyer.But after meeting her husband, Ram Katalan, who had experience in the moving industry, McHolm decided to go all-in, and she’s been running NorthStar with Katalan since 1994 and has since grown it to three states: California, Arizona and Texas.

Best 5 Movers in San Gabriel, CA

Best 5 Movers in San Gabriel, CA

Save time researching movers with our comprehensive list of the best local and long-distance moving companies in San Gabriel. Whether you’re moving across town or to another state, these are the top moving companies in San Gabriel.

Best 5 Movers in Burbank, CA

Best 5 Movers in Burbank, CA

The vibrant city of Burbank, California has locals who count on the services of a professional mover when moving. Save yourself the headache of juggling your busy schedule and move by hiring professional movers. Below, we’ve compiled a list of the best local and long-distance moving companies in the city of Burbank.

Best Moving Companies In Orange County, California Of 2023

Best Moving Companies In Orange County, California Of 2023

Moving to Orange County, California, a city with a higher cost of living than the national average, can also be stressful. The average cost to hire a moving company in Orange County ranges from $2,155 to $6,079, depending on distance, which can be helpful to know ahead of booking a moving company as you plan around your budget.No matter what brings you to the area, we’re exploring the best moving companies in Orange County, to help you make this relocation easy.

Best Moving Companies In San Francisco, CA Of 2023

Best Moving Companies In San Francisco, CA Of 2023

Moving to San Francisco, a city with a higher cost of living than the national average, can also be stressful. The average cost to hire a moving company in San Francisco ranges from $2,717 to $7,667, depending on distance, which can be helpful to know ahead of booking a moving company as you plan around your budget.No matter what brings you to the area, we’re exploring the best moving companies in San Francisco, to help you make this relocation easy.

Best Moving Companies In Los Angeles, CA Of 2023

Best Moving Companies In Los Angeles, CA Of 2023

The desirability of the City of Angels does lead to an increased cost of living for its residents—L.A. is 33% more expensive than the national average. The cost to move in L.A. ranges from $2,090 to $5,897 on average, depending on distance, which is important to keep that in mind so you find moving services within your budget.If the beaches, boardwalks, entertainment and opportunities have you wanting to make Los Angeles your next home, the top moving companies in Los Angeles, CA will help get you there.

Business Minded is Kindness Minded

Business Minded is Kindness Minded

Over the years, we discovered kindness is contagious. It starts with practicing kindness towards your employees; or, as we prefer to call those helpful folks “team members.” Our culture of creating kindness allows our happy team members to practice kindness with our clients and in their community.One of our main corporate social responsibility initiatives is that we ask each of our team members what nonprofit organizations are meaningful to them. We then evaluate supporting those charities that are close to their hearts. From little league teams to a mobile eye care truck for underserved kids, as a company we enjoy uncovering organizations in every corner of our community that are deserving of our support. Our team members love that they can feel great about the work they do for the community. We also pay our team members to volunteer in … Continued

5 Best Moving Companies in Santa Rosa, CA

5 Best Moving Companies in Santa Rosa, CA

 This picturesque city in the heart of Sonoma County has grown steadily since 2020, but is still relatively small by big city standards. There are plenty of options when looking for the best moving companies in the area, and just like selecting the perfect vintage, it can be a challenge to find the right fit. So, we’ve done all the picking through moving companies for you and selected the best movers in Santa Rosa. Our Best Santa Rosa Moving Companies RatingsFresh Start MoversNorthStar Moving CompanyMentors Moving & StorageCelis MoversMoving Mountain Logistics, Inc.Before you head out in search of a mover, we’ve got a few simple tips that will help you get the best service and price.

5 Best Moving Companies in Oakland, CA

5 Best Moving Companies in Oakland, CA

While sharing many of the same things that make San Francisco such a great place to live, Oakland’s blend of art and culture, along with a booming restaurant scene, makes it a perfect choice for many moving to the area. Like its neighbor, Oakland has many options when looking for moving companies. To help you find the best movers in Oakland, we’ve compiled a list of moving companies that fit various budgets and needs. Our Best Oakland Moving Companies RatingsLuigy’s Moving & StorageNOR-CAL Moving ServicesNorthStar Moving Company680 MoversDependable Movers, LLCBefore you head out in search of a mover, we’ve got a few simple tips that will help you get the best service and price.

5 Best Moving Companies in San Francisco, CA

5 Best Moving Companies in San Francisco, CA

San Francisco is notorious for being one of the most expensive cities in the world, and the costs associated with moving in the Golden City are no exception. That’s where we come in: We took a deep dive into all the options to determine the absolute 5 best moving companies in San Francisco. Here are our picks for the 5 best movers in San Francisco.Our Best San Francisco Moving Companies RatingsOsmon Moving & StoragePure Moving CompanyGood Green MovingLuigy’s Moving & StorageNorthStar Moving CompanyBefore you start getting quotes from movers, here are a few tips to ensure you get the best service without breaking the bank.

How to organize and declutter when moving in with a partner – 7 expert tips to save your relationship

How to organize and declutter when moving in with a partner – 7 expert tips to save your relationship

Moving in with a partner for the first time can be a wonderful experience – until you have to find a place for both of your things all under one roof.  No matter how meticulous your house moving checklist is, you are bound to end up with duplicates, home decor that doesn’t exactly match one another’s style, and clutter that drives one or other of you up the wall at some point. So how do you organize and declutter when moving in with a partner?Luckily, professional home organizers have the solutions.

14 Sneaky Staging Tips for Selling a Small Home

14 Sneaky Staging Tips for Selling a Small Home

Even if you’re tight on space, you can fool buyers into thinking things are bigger than they appear—you just have to have some smart tricks up your sleeve. “A smaller space tends to favor a more minimalist design, so having all of your collectible figurines on display on the shelves, side and console tables will bring the room in rather than opening it up,” says Bee Heinemann, marketing director and interior decorating expert at Vänt Wall Panels.

Women’s Leadership Symposium & Awards 2023

Women’s Leadership Symposium & Awards 2023

Join us on Wednesday, June 28th as we honor and celebrate the terrific women business leaders in the Los Angeles community with our awards ceremony, the 2023 Women’s Leadership Awards. With 330 nominees (appearing in the pages of this issue), there are clearly many accomplished and impactful leaders to draw inspiration from. This year, we will name honorees in the following categories: • CEO of the Year • Champion of Women • Community Impact Advocate • Emerging Woman Owned Business Leader • Executive of the Year • Innovator of the Year • Mentor of the Year • NextGen Woman of the Year • Woman to WatchIt’s an event you won’t want to miss!

NorthStar Moving Launches Online Food Drive to Help Address Rising Child Hunger in LA County

NorthStar Moving Launches Online Food Drive to Help Address Rising Child Hunger in LA County

NorthStar Moving teams up with Compass Real Estate for 11th annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” Food DriveLos Angeles, CA, June 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — NorthStar Moving® Company, the leading eco-luxury mover in California, announced today the launch of their 11th Annual Let’s Send Hunger Packing Food Drive. Recent data revealed a growing hunger crisis in Los Angeles County. The online food drive is a simple way to raise the much needed funds to provide meals to children this summer. According to a recent survey conducted by the USC Dornsife Center for Economic and Social Research, nearly 37% of low-income families in greater Los Angeles experienced food insecurity in 2022. Due to the U.S. government’s recent cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) many families are struggling to put food on the table. In Los Angeles County, where the cost … Continued

NorthStar Moving, Coldwell Banker partner for food

NorthStar Moving, Coldwell Banker partner for food

NorthStar Moving Company has teamed up once again with Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage for its third annual “Let’s Send Hunger Packing” food drive to feed hungry children in Los Angeles and Orange counties.“Last year we were thrilled to collect over 8,000 pounds of food which provided 6,487 meals to the area’s hungry children,” said NorthStar Moving co-founder and Santa Monica resident Laura McHolm. “This year we need your help to feed even more kids as the statistics are still astounding. One out of four children in L.A. County and one out of five children in Orange County struggle with hunger and that struggle increases when school is out for the summer, eliminating access to a school sponsored meal a day. We’re asking everyone to help us ‘Send Hunger Packing.’ 

Newlyweds and Couples Moving In Together – Experts’ Advice

Newlyweds and Couples Moving In Together – Experts’ Advice

In this article, our group of featured experts, composed of certified counselors, psychologists, renowned authors, relationship coaches, financial advisors, and attorneys at law, provides advice for newlywed couples on finances, decoration, communication, decision-making, and of course, relationship tips. This is what they told us:His & HersIt’s important to create a space to call your own when you’re moving in together. Although you’re probably moving in together to be closer, remember that absence makes the heart grow fonder! Find a little space to call your own, where you decide what goes and how it’s used. Whether it’s a workspace decked out with your unique style or a reading nook with piles of your sassy pillows, a little space for yourself will allow you to later regroup and compromise regarding the rest of the shared space. Laura McHolmCo-FounderNorthStar Moving Company