If you're a visual learner - like me - then you'll find these free video tutorials a great source of instruction to help you pack, relocate and move. Often there is nothing like having a first hand look at the task to picture how easy and manageable it can be. So do take a peek at these really helpful videos, and keep checking back as we continue to update and add more videos to this ever-growing list.
1. 10 Steps to Finding the Best Place to Live
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2. How to Use Sperling's Comparison Tool to Compare Cities
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Here's a useful tool for helping you decide which city to move to. Sperling has come up with a tool that will look at different categories in each city you're considering to help you with your research. These categories include people, cost of living, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, education, transportation, religion, and voting. In addition, it's a useful tool to help you decide if you should move at all. Just compare the city you're in with the city you're planning to move to. It will help you make a well-informed choice.
3. Tips for Finding a Good School When Moving
One of the most important factors to consider is the new school that your family will be going to when they move. It makes perfect sense to do the research and preparation before the move. Everyone knows how hectic a move is, and choosing a new school is not something you want to let slip between the cracks. Watch this video that will take you through the steps of doing your research before hand, checking out the school curriculum, and finding the right school in your new area for you and your family after the move.
4. How to Prepare Kids for Moving
Moving isn't only stressful for parents who have to do all the organizing and heavy lifting - kids also deal with a lot of change and adjustment. See a few tips that will keep the new move positive and exciting for your kids.
5. How to Pack the Closet
Packing up your home for a big move is less daunting when you take it one space at a time. Use these tips when it's time to pack up your closet, and you'll keep your shirts and shoes in good condition.
6. Tips for Packing the Kitchen
With so many breakable things in a kitchen, moving this particular room can be a bit tricky. See what moving supplies will make packing your kitchen easier, and learn how to get everything into boxes the best way possible.
7. How to Move Heavy Furniture
Don't throw out your back or wreck your house by attempting to move something you're not quite sure how to move. Check out these tips on moving the heavy stuff and you'll save time and toes.
8. How to Line Shelves With Contact Paper
9. How to Pack a Computer
A broken computer is not a headache you'll want to deal with once you're all moved into your new place. Learn how to pack a computer properly using these simple steps.
10. No Mess Packing Peanuts
Sick of clingy plastic shipping peanuts? Don't know what to do with them after unpacking? Here's everything you'll ever need to know about dealing with and recycling packaging peanuts.
