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Worst Types of Home Moves

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: May 5th, 2020

Even when the reason behind a house relocation is a positive one, such as moving together with your partner or getting the house of your dream, there is no denying that such an experience is filled with all kinds of emotions. That is why this big transition can be quite stressful and nerve-wracking at times. But there are some types of home moves that can be particularly unpleasant. Granted, this is not a universal rule and some people do not really have a problem when they find themselves in these situations but for the majority of mankind’s representatives these following relocations scenarios are a true nightmare:

  • Moving back to your parent’s home as an adult
  • Moving into the house of your in-laws
  • Moving out after a tough break-up or a divorce
  • Moving your business to a smaller offic...
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Top 10 Tips for Anyone Moving House This Year

Author: Kim Jacobs

Getting a new job, getting married, divorced, or the breakdown of a relationship can be pretty stressful times in a person’s life. But did you realise there’s one that potentially tops them all? Anyone who’s ever moved house before will confirm how stressful it can be. It might seem like a simple undertaking, but there’s so much to consider. 

It can be a very emotional time, and there are a zillion things you have to remember to do. If you’ve never moved house before, the following tips are priceless. And if you’ve moved several times before and would like to know how to make it less stressful, these tips might be invaluable.

1. Get the Help of Some Professionals

You can do it all yourself or call on your mate to be a helper, but nothing can match the benefits of calling ...

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Turn a Smartphone into Your Personal Moving Assistant

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: July 7th, 2019

According to one of the most talked-about engineers and tech entrepreneurs of our time, Elon Musk, a person’s smartphone is like an extension to them and namely that makes us all… cyborgs. If you are not feeling like a cyborg, maybe you are not putting the powers and functions of your smart gadget to good use. For instance, did you know that your hi-tech cell phone can provide you with valuable assistance when you are planning a home relocation? Believe it or not but your smartphone will help you:

  • Find the right and most cost-efficient moving services for your needs
  • Communicate with the movers at any hour of the day and track their progress
  • Organise every aspect of the relocation with German-like precision
  • Plan the interior of your new house
  • Find your way to your new city
  • Enjoy a nice...
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Large Moving Boxes and What to Put in Them

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: June 24th, 2019

As a rule, moving out of a 2-bedroom home will require you to use about 30 mid-sized boxes, 20 large and 10 extra-large ones. The thing is that a great number of families prefer to use only large and extra-large cardboard boxes thinking that this will save them time when packing and unpacking. That, however, is a mistake because these options are not a universal solution. They are mainly suitable for items that are:

  • Big in size but light in weight
  • Small in size but with a light to medium weight
  • Soft (preferably)
  • Non-fragile (preferably)

If you do not stick to these basic rules, you will either have a problem handling the boxes or you will end up breaking some of your precious possessions.

How large are large moving boxes?

Typically, a large cardboard box measure 18” x 18” x 24” and...

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5 Tricks to Adjust to Your New Home in No Time

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: May 24th, 2019

It is hard to tell how much time it will take you to fully adjust to your new home. The speed with which one gets used to a new environment depends on many different things. For example, if you have moved within your old area of residence you are likely to adapt to the situation faster than if you were to relocate to a different city or country. It also depends on the type of person you are. For some people, 1-2 days are more than enough to adjust to the house or flat to which they have just moved. Others can spend one or even two years before they start to feel comfortable in their home.

Since it can be hard to predict how long it will take you to get used to this major life change, it won’t hurt if you play it safe...

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Things You Can Do with Old Furniture After Moving

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: May 4th, 2019

Moving homes is a great occasion to start anew. If you want to part with the majority of your furniture and appliances before you settle down at your new address, but you still feel like not simply throwing it away, there are a few things that you can do in order to give it new life and purpose.

Give to a friend or family member

Regardless of being old, some of your furniture may still be in a usable condition. Ask around your social circle if someone needs a sofa or a dining room table you do not plan on utilising anymore. By giving it away, you will be doing some good, which is a sufficient reason in itself. You can decide if you would accept money for the deed, or you will be doing it just due to a charitable mood. If you do not want money, but the person taking the items insists, you m...

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Priceless Student Moving Tips for Parents

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: April 21st, 2019

No matter how responsible and mature your children are, they will still rely on your assistance when they are moving into their university’s halls of residence. Needless to say, that help will need to be both financial and logistical. So you may want to set some money aside in advance for a top-notch student removal service in London. Even if you have a spacious car, an equipped and insured moving van is always a safer way to transport your kid’s belongings. Other invaluable student moving tips for parents we can give you are the following dos and don’ts:

  • Do not rely on your own experience
  • Don’t turn it into a huge family affair
  • Do read the halls of residence’s rules and policies
  • Don’t bring everything
  • Do use cardboard boxes

You may not agree with all of these recommendations...

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5 Hacks to Help You When Moving Out of an Apartment

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: April 5th, 2019

Moving houses can pose a challenge that you’d rather not face. The stress, strain and hassle of tackling this very responsible task often prove to be overwhelming, and if you would rather avoid them, there are a few things that you can do. Planning is, of course, the key to success in such an endeavour but if you are looking to make your life easier, you can employ some of the tricks that we have taken the time to describe below. Do that and your move will go in a smooth and hassle-free manner.

Don’t waste time searching for packing supplies

Let’s face it – moving can be quite expensive. So it is only natural that you would be tempted to try and shave off some of the final cost for the experience by cutting corners here and there...

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Most Common Reasons for UK Tenants to Move Out

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: March 5th, 2019

Are you a landlord who is struggling to understand why tenants are always quick to vacate your property? Maybe you are a tenant who is unhappy with their current rental home but still has not plucked up the courage to find insured helpers for hire in London and move out? No matter on which side of the fence you are sitting, this post will make an interesting and useful read for you. That is because we will now take the take to discuss the most popular reasons why UK tenants move out which are:

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Vacant Home Between Moves? Ways You Can Protect It

Author: Kim Jacobs | Last modified on: March 5th, 2019

In an ideal world, moving would be an easy, fast and hassle-free experience that will not require too much planning, preparation or organisation. Unfortunately, even if you opt for professional home relocation services or all-around office removals in London, there may be some additional unexpected circumstances for which you will need to find a quick solution without the assistance of your skilled and friendly movers. One such case is when you need to leave your property empty for an extended period of time because:

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