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• Before Your Move

  • Is Moving Right For You?

    • Reasons for Relocating
    • The Economics of Moving
    • To Move or Not to Move: Stresses versus Benefits

  • The Psychology of Moving

    • Overcoming Moving Anxiety
    • Relocating with Kids
    • Telling Your Friends and Employers You're Moving
    • Reducing Culture Shock
    • Relieving Moving Stress

  • Types of Moves

    • The Different Types of Moves
    • Across the Street or Across the State: Local Moves
    • Over the Hills and Far Away: All About Long-Distance Moves
    • Moves Beyond International Borders

  • Finding Real-Estate Agents

    • Locating an Agency
    • Comparing Your Options
    • Saving Money Without Sacrificing Good Service

  • Pick the Right Mover

    • Three Types of Moving Estimates
    • The Proper Licensure and Insurance of Movers
    • Ten Questions to Ask Your Potential Movers
    • Moving Policies
    • The Customer-Centric Approach
    • Creating and Following Paper Trails

  • Moving Scams

    • Avoiding Rogue Movers
    • Common Moving Scams

  • Budgeting Your Move

    • Thrifty Ways to Move
    • Creating a Moving Budget
    • Moving Costs That Can’t Be Avoided
    • A Handy Economic Worksheet

  • Moving Options

    • Freight Service Savvy
    • Relax With Full-Service Moves
    • The Joys of Packing Services
    • Pick Up and Delivery Service

  • Insurance and Liability Coverage

    • The 411 on US DOT Numbers
    • What is the FMCSA Operating Authority?
    • Relics that Remain: ICC MC Numbers
    • Requirements by State
    • Freight Forwarder Permits for International Moves
    • Federal Maritime Commission Numbers
    • The Exclusive Registered International Mover Certification

  • Researching Your New Neighborhood

    • Uncovering Crime Rates Ahead of Your Move
    • Identifying and Picking a Neighborhood
    • Looking for A+ Schools and Recreational Facilities

  • Finding Specialty Movers

    • Music to my Ears: Piano Movers
    • Automobile Shipping
    • Getting to the Root of Plant Movers
    • Finding Tree Movers
    • Finding House Movers

  • Organizing Your Belongings

    • Sorting Through Rooms
    • Creating a Household Inventory
    • Labels and Stickers and Lists, Oh, My!

  • Getting Rid of Unwanted Goods

    • Recycling and Reusing Your Unwanted Goods
    • Donate and Feel Good
    • Sell for Cash
    • Ditch It! Throwing Things Away as a Last Resort

• During Your Move

  • Wrapping Up and Packing Away

    • Packing Materials: A Primer
    • Creating Cushioning and Padding for Your Belongings
    • Checking for the Right Box Size
    • Wrapping Individual Items: A Tutorial
    • Labeling Boxes for Efficiency
    • Packing Tricky Items
    • Packing Plants from Stem to Soil
    • Packing Electronics
    • Packing and Wrapping Furniture
    • Packing Artwork and Antiques
    • The Importance of Professional Packing Supplies

  • Sending Your Stuff

    • Package Restrictions and Other Considerations
    • Shipping Packages Internationally
    • Proper Labeling and Addressing
    • Options for Sending a Package
    • Applying for a PO Box

  • Moving Day

    • Keeping Pets and Children Safe on Moving Day
    • Protecting Your Carpets, Floors, and Walls
    • Keeping Your Movers Happy
    • Tips for Tipping Your Movers
    • Separating Packable and Do-Not-Move Boxes

  • Loading and Unloading

    • Types of Moving Vehicles
    • Stair Carries and Flight Charges
    • What are Long Carries?
    • The Proper Loading Order
    • Blankets, Moving Pads, and Other Protective Measures

  • The Bill of Lading

    • Dissecting the Bill of Lading
    • Tricky Terms and Fine Print
    • Before you Sign…

  • Shipping Automobiles

    • Finding an Auto Shipper
    • Transportation Methods: The Pros and Cons
    • Insurance and Security Options
    • How to Prepare a Car for Shipping
    • The Owner’s Responsibilities

  • Moving with Pets

    • Unleashed: Preparing to Move Pets
    • Keeping Pets Happy During the Move
    • Fetching the Right Transportation Method
    • Helping Pets Adjust

  • What You Should Be Doing

    • Overseeing the Origin
    • Scrutinizing the Shipment for Claims
    • During Your Full-Service Move
    • Directing the Destination
    • Signing for Your Belongings

  • What Your Mover Should Be Doing

    • The Truck Driver's Responsibilities
    • The Mover's Duties
    • The Agent's Agenda

  • Green Moving Ideas

    • Recycling Your Moving Materials
    • Reducing Fuel Consumption and Your Carbon Footprint
    • Reusing Moving Materials Creatively

• After Your Move

  • Unpacking

    • The Unpacking Order
    • Unpacking Individual Boxes
    • Keeping Your Items Secure Until You Need Them

  • Discarding Packing Materials

    • Reusing and Recycling: Weighing the Options
    • Creative Ways to Reuse Packing Materials
    • The Last Resort: Disposal

  • Self Storage

    • Finding the Right Self Storage Location
    • Prohibited Items to Watch Out For
    • Self Storage Time Frames
    • Keeping Your Storage Facility Neat and Organized

  • Meeting the New Neighbors

    • Introductions and Welcomes
    • Hosting a Move-In Party
    • Getting Involved in Community Affairs

  • Updating Your Contact Info

    • Licenses, Voter Registration, and Other Paperwork
    • Filling Out the 3903 Form

  • Hooking Up Utilities

    • When Should I Connect the Utilities?
    • Efficient Connection Schedules
    • Affordable Telecommunications Service

  • Finding Services in Your New Town

    • Transferring Medical Records
    • Locating Common Services in Your New Town

  • Savoring Your New Town

    • Finding Local Hotspots
    • Finding Your Way Around
    • Seasonal Delights and Difficulties

  • Home Improvement 101

    • Creating a New Garden with Seeds & Cuttings from Your Old One
    • Painting & Remodeling Rooms: A Primer (and Second Coat)
    • Getting the Grass Greener on Your Side
    • Tips for Cleaning Your New Home
    • Getting Organized Right Off the Bat

  • Settling In

    • Staycations
    • Helping Children to Adjust
    • Nurturing Plants in a New Environment
    • Reflecting on the Move

• Relocation & Mortgage Tools

  • Moving Tools

    • Moving Checklist Builder
    • Moving Estimate Weight Cost Calculator
    • Check DMVs
    • Zip Code Finder
    • Area Code Finder
    • Distance Calculator
    • States Vs Areacodes

  • Mortgage Tools

    • How Much Can I Afford?
    • Rent vs. Own Calculator
    • Refinance Calculator
    • Debt Consolidation Calculator
    • How Much Can I Borrow?
    • Payment Calculator

  • City Reports

    • Cost Of Living Info
    • Compare Two Cities
    • Single City Report
    • Crime Report

  • State Profiles

    • State Profile (Brief)
    • State Profile (Full)
    • State Comparison Report
    • State Crime Report

• Holidays & Special Occasions

  • Halloween Guides

    • From Harvest to Horrors: A Brief History of Halloween
    • Halloween Recipes
    • Tricks for Safe, Fun Trick-or-Treating
    • Safe, Secure, and Fun Alternatives to Candy
    • Creative Costumes From Your Closet
    • Jack-O-Lanterns 101
    • Movers.com’s Exclusive Pumpkin Face Templates
    • Devilishly Good Décor
    • Hosting a Halloween Party
    • The Ultimate Transformation: Werewolves, Vampires, Witches, and Ghosts
    • Top Five Tunes of Terror: Halloween Song and their Ghoulish Lyrics
    • Spooky Urban Legends

  • Thanksgiving Day

    • All Things in Good Plenty: The History of the American Thanksgiving Holiday
    • Preparing to Host a Thanksgiving Party
    • Cooking for a Thanksgiving Party
    • Thanksgiving Recipes
    • Turkey Talk
    • Lovely Leftovers
    • Home and Table Décor
    • A Thanksgiving Soundtrack
    • Thanksgiving Traditions
    • Symbols and Icons of Thanksgiving
    • What Are You Thankful For?