Should You Move to Live Near Your Grandchildren?

In this 2015 photo, 90 year-old Helen Ruth from Tinley Park, Illinois, visiting her great-grandchildren, Lucas and Abigail in San Antonio, Texas. Ready or not, you are a grandparent! How did this happen so quickly? Wasn’t it just yesterday your own children were hanging from monkey bars and running gleefully towards...
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Worried About Climate Change? Move to These Cities

I have no plan on dictating what is “fake news” or not, but the severity of the wildfires across the United States and Australia, and tornadoes across the midwest may not be the last time we see natural disasters of that magnitude. Without any drastic change in emissions, the unpredictable temperatures,...
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How to Move House Plants Across the Country

As if house plants weren’t already a trend, millennials are taking #PlantLife to a whole new level and decorating their homes with plant babies. But what does this mean if you have to move? Moving with a lot of house plants can be tricky and may put stress on your plants,...
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How to Move Cross Country for Cheap

Moving cross country is challenging, exhilarating, and stressful, but it can also be extremely rewarding. Once you’ve decided to move, take the hassles as opportunities. You get to: Reduce clutterPrioritize important things in your lifePractice a DIY lifestyle With big moves, it’s tempting to pick up a credit card, call full-service...
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When is the 2024 Peak Moving Season?

Peak moving season occurs in the summer, with 80% of all moves in the United States occurring between April and September. Why is summer the busiest time of year to move? While there are several reasons, the main factor is that kids are off from school. When school is out movers...
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8 Reasons Why You Should Move To A New City

‘Tis the season! No, not wedding season - moving season! Did you know that 80% of America’s moves happen between April and September? It’s known as one of the most stressful life events. But the secret is that once you get past the logistics, the hidden opportunities are endless. You’re reading...
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Do Moving Trucks Have to Stop at Weigh Stations?

If you are making a long-distance move, you might be wondering whether or not truck rentals stop at weigh stations on the way. Some states require rented moving trucks to stop at weigh stations, however, rental trucks used to move personal property typically do not need to stop at weigh stations....
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