It probably seemed like this day would never come, but it’s almost here. Your child is moving out of the house and into a college dormitory. It’s a major transition for everyone, and there’s so much to do. Between the practical side of figuring out how organize the move and the emotional side of figuring [...]
There is no denying the fact that moving can be an extremely stressful ordeal. There are a lot of people in the United States who do not want to move into a new home, simply because they want to save themselves the trouble of packing, transporting, and unpacking their numerous belongings. People have very busy [...]
It’s a natural human instinct, storing things – and it means a lot, not to have to part with something valuable to you just because you’re not currently using it. The self-storage phenomenon started back in the 1960′s, when the first modern facilities opened their doors. Over the next 30 years, they started popping up [...]
Below are a few quick tips to help you minimize claims in frigid conditions. Pack your moving trucks with shovels and extra towels. Remind your team of cold weather driving and motor vehicle accident response best practices. Cover furniture and electronics with pads, covered by plastic so the pads don’t get wet. Over-communicate with your [...]
If you’re getting ready for a big trip, we’ve got big news. We now offer travel insurance to all our customers, current and past. If you’re planning an adventure, brainstorming your dream vacation or getting ready to explore the world, you can get the protection you need from the insurer you trust. We offer four [...]
Beware budget price movers! It’s a pretty common scam, a company will undercut the competition by an attractive margin, and then attempt to coerce more money out of the customer before completing their services by holding goods hostage. But that isn’t the only reason you should watch out when hiring a moving company. In March [...]
Today, we’re sharing a pretty interesting infographic that details 40 of the craziest international shipping laws out there. If you’re planning to ship a binoculars to Iraq; playing cards to Germany or a fishing pole into Iceland, this blog will save you a bunch of time and hassle! And don’t even think about sending nasal [...]
You purchase moving insurance because you care about your belongings. That said, it’s important to read your moving insurance policy’s terms and conditions before you buy because some things are simply not insurable. Below is a list of five things you can’t cover with moving insurance: 1. Jewelry. Neither your moving company nor your moving insurance [...]
Hey movers – if you’ve ever wondered about the best way to prevent china and glassware from breaking; how to protect lamp shades while moving; or even how to pack books; this infographic is for you. Brought to us compliments of Redline Moving and Storage (@redlinenyc ) it contains great tips and advice to make [...]
Did you move this year? Then you may be able to knock a chunk of change off your income taxes. According to the IRS, if you moved “due to a change in your job or business location, or because you started a new job or business,” you may be able to claim a deduction for [...]
