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Diane's Moving Blog June 2009 Archive

By Diane Schmidt, About.com Guide to Moving since 2005

Do You Need Additional Insurance?

Monday June 29, 2009
When it comes to hiring a moving company, one of the biggest decisions you'll make is whether you need to purchase extra insurance. Most companies offer "valuation" rather than insurance at ... Read More

Before You Move, Compare Places to Live

Friday June 26, 2009
Everyone's looking for the best place to live, with each of us having particular criteria about what makes a city just perfect, whether it's lots of green space, low crime ... Read More

Before You Sign an Employment Contract

Wednesday June 24, 2009
If you're moving because you've been offered a job, whether in another city, state or overseas, make sure you negotiate the contract before you sign. Salary, benefits, moving costs and any ... Read More

Moving into a Smaller Kitchen? 15 Ways to Store More

Monday June 22, 2009
If you're moving to a new house that doesn't have as much kitchen storage space as your old home, you might find that you're having to get rid of things ... Read More

Change Your Address Online - It's Easy!

Saturday June 20, 2009
Changing your mailing address no longer needs to be a time-consuming, frustrating task. In fact, now it takes merely seconds, without lineups or filling out endless forms. Check out these online ... Read More

Want to Get to Know New Neighbors But You're Short on Time?

Tuesday June 16, 2009
After a move, it's often difficult to find the time to meet new neighbors. We're usually busy settling into new schools and jobs and unless we bump into them while ... Read More

Tips for a Safe Move

Saturday June 13, 2009
I know what you're thinking - how dangerous can moving really be? While most of us won't need to post a hazard sign or wear a hard hat and ... Read More

Move a Mattress

Wednesday June 10, 2009
The other day, as I drove out of the city, I spotted a mattress along the side of the road. Now, perhaps someone wanted to get rid of it and ... Read More

Host a Summer Yard Sale

Monday June 8, 2009
For those of you contemplating a summer move or even if you're just looking at getting rid of all that stuff stored in your attic, why not organize a yard ... Read More

Save Money on Your Next Move

Wednesday June 3, 2009
Whenever we start to plan a move, the first thing I think of is money. How much will the move cost? We then go over the logistics of getting from ... Read More

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