Moving & Storage Blog
by Mark Hope | Apr 14, 2021 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
Moving into a new home can be an exciting life moment. However, before you can put up your feet and relax in your new home, there are many things to get done. The hope is that getting them done won’t take too long. How long does it take to move to a new home?...
by Mark Hope | Mar 4, 2021 | Tips for Selling Your Home
Home staging can be the difference-maker in a competitive residential real estate market. It can potentially affect the number of days a house stays on the market and its ultimate selling price. In a 2019 study conducted by the National Association of Realtors (NAR),...
by Mark Hope | Feb 5, 2021 | Storage
Sometimes your home or business just doesn’t have the space available to hold all of your belongings. Or maybe you are facing a transition period, and you need to store your items somewhere for a shorter time period. In either case, you will need to find a storage...
by Mark Hope | Jan 22, 2021 | Community Partnerships, Donations & Recycling
The Road Home supports families facing homelessness in the Madison, Wisconsin area. The organization assists in locating affordable housing and provides support services to help these families remain in their homes. The goal is to support these families’ efforts to...
by Mark Hope | Dec 28, 2020 | Tips for Move Preparation
Moving to a new home can be the start of a new life adventure. Unfortunately, more often than not, the move process can be a stressful undertaking. There are ways to alleviate some of the stress, but there’s a good chance you will have many things on your “to-do”...
by Mark Hope | Nov 24, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
Whether you are planning a long-distance move or out-of-state vehicle purchase, you may be wondering how to ship your car to its final destination. You value (whether financially or sentimentally) your vehicle, so finding a reliable and trustworthy shipping company is...
by Mark Hope | Oct 21, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation, Uncategorized
There are many things to get done when preparing for and executing a move. One of the important things on your list should be notifying the necessary companies and organizations about your address change. People can easily put off the task or let it “fall through the...
by Mark Hope | Sep 11, 2020 | Tips for Move Preparation
The items from a 3-bedroom home have an average weight of 9,000 pounds. This varies based on the square footage of the home, among other factors. Homeowners can find it nerve-wracking putting the safety of their belongings in a moving company’s hands. To...
by Mark Hope | Aug 13, 2020 | Tips for Selling Your Home
If you are preparing to sell your home, you probably have a never-ending to-do list. The extra work in preparing your home may be well worth the effort in terms of the final selling price. The amount of work and money you should put into readying and possibly...
by Mark Hope | Jul 15, 2020 | Office Tips
Is it really worth your time to implement office organization tips? Lack of time is a common excuse for not getting and staying organized in an office environment. Once you understand the benefits, you may find yourself setting aside time to get organized. The...
by Mark Hope | Jun 17, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
At first glance, downsizing your home doesn’t sound very appealing for many homeowners. Over history, the mantra “bigger is better” seems to have applied to single-family homes in the United States. The average size of a single-family home in 2018 was approximately...
by Mark Hope | May 15, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
Moving to a new home is a common life event for many. In fact, using 2011-2013 U.S. Census data, it was found Americans moved an average of 11.3 times over their lifetime. People move for a variety of reasons. Whatever the reason, moving homes can be one of the most...
by Mark Hope | Apr 13, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
Moving from one home to another can be a stressful and time-consuming process. Life doesn’t completely stop when you move. You undoubtedly have your regular daily responsibilities to deal with on top of preparing for your relocation. To save time and reduce stress,...
by Mark Hope | Mar 11, 2020 | Donations & Recycling
As daylight hours lengthen and the weather begins to warm up, spring cleaning becomes a popular weekend activity. For many, decluttering your home is an integral part of spring cleaning. However, clearing unneeded items out of your closets and storage areas can be...
by Mark Hope | Mar 9, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
For many people, moving can be one of the most stressful life events they face. Recently, it has been estimated that approximately more than 32 million Americans move each year. As you prepare for moving day, many feel as if their to-do list is growing by the minute....
by Mark Hope | Jan 16, 2020 | Packing and Moving Tips, Tips for Move Preparation
An estimated 32 million people moved in 2018 based on mobility data collected by the U.S. Census Bureau. If you think you will be one of the estimated millions expected to move in the coming year, it is advisable to be thorough when constructing your budget. By being...
by Mark Hope | Dec 30, 2019 | Heavy Equipment Moving, Tips for Move Preparation
If your organization’s operations include heavy equipment, you may be faced with the need to move it at some point in time. The move may be within your facility or from one location to another, locally or across state lines. There are several things to consider in...
by Mark Hope | Nov 21, 2019 | Tips for Move Preparation
Moving can be a complicated process. The more detail-oriented you are from the start, the less likely you will run into obstacles along the way. Start the process off on the right foot by requesting comprehensive quotes. However, only request quote from reputable...
by Mark Hope | Nov 6, 2019 | Packing and Moving Tips
Whether for yourself or your children, many dollars and hours have been invested in the piano, lessons, and practice. Understandably, when planning your move to a new home, safely moving your piano becomes a high priority. Should You Hire Professional Piano Movers or...
by Mark Hope | Sep 6, 2019 | Packing and Moving Tips
Whether you are planning a move to the other side of town or across the country, hiring professional movers will undoubtedly make the burdensome process easier. There are several advantages to putting your trust in experienced professional movers. You may be thinking...
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