Moving
Condo vs. Apartment vs. Townhouse: Which is Right for You?
Real Estate Advice
Living on your own and wanting to live close to the action? Young family not quite ready to commit to purchasing a single-family home? Retiree looking to downsize? Then an apartment, condo, or townhouse may be perfect for you. But which one should you choose? Read on to find out!
Read MoreEstate Sale Planning: 12 Simple Tips for Netting More Cash
Real Estate Advice
Want to know how to have an estate sale that nets you plenty of profits? Here’s everything you need to know about the who, what, when, where, why, and how of holding an estate sale.
Read MoreHow Much Does It Cost To Move Cross-Country? Guide to Long-Distance Moving Costs
Long-Distance Moves
Want to get an idea of how cross-country moving costs compare for traditional full-service movers, rental trucks, and portable containers? Read on to find cost examples for long-distance moves from 1,000 to 3,000 miles and shorter moves from 100 to 500 miles. We also cover the factors that affect long-distance moving costs, plus pros and cons of the different options.
Read MoreRenting a Container for Moving, Storage, or Both? Top Tips From People Who’ve Done It
Moving and Storage Container Guides
If you’ve got a move or remodeling project coming up, you may be thinking about renting a container as part of your plan. To help you decide if a container is the best choice for you, read this roundup of tips and advice from people who’ve used them to move across the country, relocate for retirement, master a last-minute move, store furniture while remodeling, and more.
Read MoreGo Ahead, Make the Move: Best States To Retire to in 2024
Moving Tips and Hacks Retirement
As you think about shifting from work to play, you may be wondering what states rank as the best states for retirement. It’s only natural — this is the time in your life when you’re finally able to focus solely on yourself and move to a place you’ve dreamed about living in retirement. Take a look at what states made our top 10 list!
Read MoreMoving Sale 101: How To Have a Winning Pre-Move Yard Sale
Moving Tips and Hacks
Packing up your entire life into boxes, loading it into a truck or moving container, and then reverse-engineering the whole process at your new home is daunting. And as you can imagine, the more stuff you have, the more stuff you have to move. Luckily, there’s a solution to the problem of too much stuff — a moving sale!
Read More11 Tips for Finding a Roommate Who Doesn’t Drive You Crazy
Moving Tips and Hacks
Here are nine tips for finding a roommate who is financially reliable and whose habits and values align with your own. These are things you can discern from good questions, careful research, and smart timing.
Read MoreMoving Across State Lines? You Need This Moving-Out-of-State Checklist
Moving Tips and Hacks
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.
Read MoreEssential Move-Out Cleaning Checklist For Getting Your Deposit Back
Moving Tips and Hacks
Moving out soon? Cleaning your old place is probably the last thing on your mind, so make it easier for yourself with this room-by-room checklist. Short on time? Read the tips about hiring pros, including estimated costs.
Read More15 Tips to Make Moving with Kids a Good Experience for All
Moving with Kids
Let’s face it: Changing schools, leaving friends, and abandoning a beloved childhood bedroom have the potential to make the process of moving with kids difficult — if not downright traumatic. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Take a look at our top 15 tips for making relocating with kids as painless as possible for everyone involved.
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