Moving

Ready to take the next step with your significant other? Ok, maybe you’re not ready to walk down the aisle, but you may be ready to walk into a new apartment building and pick out a place together. Yes, it will be a new — albeit challenging — experience, but there’s no need to fret. By implementing these tried-and-true suggestions, the excitement you’re feeling now can stay front and center and outshine any small frustrations or bouts of impatience along the way.

When I packed up my things for a cross-country move from NYC to L.A., my roommate said, “I feel like you’ve been giving the rest of us a masterclass in packing over the last week.” It was then that I realized I’ve curated a long list of useful packing and moving tips over the years. Now it’s time for you to give them a try!

Making a move soon? Whether you’re all packed up and ready to load or you’re just doing a little pre-planning research, it’s time to learn how to get your things in your portable container — the right way. Follow these 10 easy steps!

The marker in one hand. The tape gun in the other. You’re officially ready to rock ‘n’ roll with this move! But are you utilizing the best moving boxes? After all, the whole point is to ensure your belongings arrive at the new destination unscathed, right? Here’s the low-down on those corrugated containers.

Moving is overwhelming under the best of circumstances. Add some distance to the move and you’re adding even more stress. Want to know how to move out of state and manage to keep your cool and keep things moving at the same time? Take advantage of this moving-out-of-state checklist.