If you’re thinking about moving this year, or considering a refresh of your current space, one of the first things to think about is: how do I want to live in this space? We take for granted that at least some of our furniture will work in our new space, no matter where that may be. But it might be a good idea to look around and really SEE your furniture, and whether it’s functioning well for you. Are you looking for less upkeep? Is mobility a factor? Scaling furniture to your room can take some practice and knowing what to keep and not keep depends on the life you want to lead in the space... Read the rest
Author Archives: The Move Makers
Just How Long Do Your Pantry Staples Last?
Baking season is upon us, and if you haven’t baked any cookies since the last holiday season, chances are some of your baking supplies are ebbing on the edge of expiration. Right now may be a good time to get out the step ladder and dig deep into your pantry to purge any old supplies from your shelves and purchase fresh ones. Your cookies may come out a little nicer, too!
According to HGTV, home to many televised and online cooking shows, here are a few general rules for common baking staples, and how long they last at their best performance:
Vanilla and other extracts – these last indefinitely as long as they are sealed well
Baking soda – as long as it is sealed, it lasts indefinitely
Baking powder – up to one year
Sugar – indefinitely if kept in an airtight container – sugar has the added benefit of not allowing bacteria to take hold
Salt – the same as sugar – never get it wet!.. Read the rest
Gratitude In Trying Times- A Look Back at our Blessings
2020 will go down in the books as one of the more challenging, strange and seemingly endless years in recent history. The stress of illness, politics, and economic downturn for many can make it difficult to reflect on what we are truly grateful for. But self-reflection and gratitude can be a healthy way of dealing with the present and help keep a focus on the future, with the hope of good things to come.
Our Move Makers team kept busy through the pandemic, and for that, we are most grateful. Adapting and working with our community partners and individual home owners has been challenging but we took it in stride and kept going. .. Read the rest
They’ve Got Your Number- Robocallers and How to Avoid Them
If you own a phone, you’ve received an unwanted call from a telemarketer, or spam robocall trying to sell you a product. You may have noticed that many of the calls are from phone numbers that seem to come from your own area or one of your phone contacts, with a familiar area code. This is a practice begun a few years ago called spoofing: that’s highjacking a local number to give the impression the call is local and perhaps from someone you know.
But don’t be fooled – technology has advanced in this area often to the detriment of the innocent consumer who can get inundated with these calls multiple times a day... Read the rest
Holding On: Why it’s So Hard to Let Go of Stuff
One of the most daunting things about moving is dealing with our stuff. We surround ourselves with things that represent “home” to us: keepsakes, papers, books, dishes. Sorting through them in order to let some of it go is much harder for some than others, and can be such a seemingly impossible task that some of us simply stop the process altogether.
What makes us hold onto things we no longer want or need, even if keeping them is a roadblock to moving forward?
The main reason we hold on to things is comfort – being surrounded by things we love can provide a sense of well being and groundedness... Read the rest
Do This, Not That When Preparing for A Move
Moving is one of life’s occurrences that can be time-consuming, expensive and stressful. But there are few practices to consider that can ease the pain of moving as well as the expense. Here is a look at things NOT to do, and things to DO instead:
DON’T wait until the last minute to get ready to move. The longer you wait, the more stumbling blocks you may encounter, like running out of time, not enough boxes, no place to dispose of your items, and moving companies that are too busy to help you.
DO make a plan before you move. Planning out an overall timeline to prepare all of the components of moving (including sorting, organizing, packing, and arranging for help), goes a long way in making move day go more smoothly.
COVID-19 Safety Certificate from NASMM
We have earned the COVID-19 Certificate!
Our primary focus is doing our part to keep our employees, clients and the community safe, especially during the move process. We wanted to become educated and trained to enhance our ability to work safely as we are mindful of all of those who may or may not know if they are vulnerable.
Downsize and Prepare for Moving with Gifting
One of the ways we suggest preparing for moving is to analyze what you want to do with your unwanted items. Gifting is one of the many solutions we recommend for downsizing. In this video, Lisa walks you through a few ideas on how to look at your unwanted items differently. Want more tips and tricks?
The Language of Interstate Moving
If you’re considering an interstate move, there are several terms that may come up in your search for an interstate mover. Knowing the language of the trade can save you time and money, and provide a full understanding of exactly what you can expect when you deal with an interstate carrier. Here are a few trade terms that can help you with your search.
- Shipper – contrary to how it sounds, YOU as a client are considered the shipper in moving, both local and interstate. The interstate moving company is the carrier.
- Bill of Lading – this is a binding legal receipt that lists the belongings that you’re moving as well as the contract for the move itself.