Monthly Archives: June 2013

Pros and Cons of Glendale, AZ

Glendale, Arizona, is a big suburb of Phoenix. The two cities run length-wise next to each other for dozens of miles, but it’s Phoenix which contains the downtown and centralized business districts, while Glendale is mostly residential neighborhoods and strip malls. That … Continue reading

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Pros and Cons of Anchorage

If you’re thinking about moving to Anchorage, there are a few things you should know, some good, and some bad. Here are our pros and cons of Anchorage: Pros Summer – Summertime in Alaska is often sunny, with days lasting up to … Continue reading

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What If My Moving Company Keeps My Stuff?

It happens more often that you’d expect. A moving company moves the stuff, then parks their truck outside and demands far more money than expected. When the people don’t pay up, the movers hold onto their possessions like hostages. The moving … Continue reading

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Moving Company Overcharges

It’s not unheard of – moving companies do sometimes overcharge their customers. Certainly not all of them do, but there are shady types around. However, how exactly do they overcharge their customers? What should you look for? Here are the most common … Continue reading

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Places to Notify Change of Address

Changing your address with USPS is just the first step. That’ll ensure that you mail is forwarded for a year. But what about after that? Well, you’ll need to change your address with everyone on your own, otherwise, they’ll send mail … Continue reading

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Mail Forwarding vs. Change of Address

What’s the difference between mail forwarding and changing your address, you ask? Well, nothing, really. They’re essentially the same thing. You change your address with USPS to ensure that mail is forwarded from your old address to your new one. Then … Continue reading

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When Should I Change My Address When Moving?

Wait for it… wait for it… okay, now! C’mon, hurry!! Aww, too late… Okay, changing your address isn’t that tough. However, there is a window for you to do it in. If you don’t, you might miss some mail. You can choose the … Continue reading

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Changing a Mailing Address

Changing your mailing address is one of the most important things you can do when moving. If you don’t, you’re gearing yourself for a real bad time, because you’ll end up missing: Checks Magazines Notices (important ones, like tickets) Bills DMV … Continue reading

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What Is It Like Living in San Francisco?

Living in San Francisco is like living in perfection, if perfection could be a place. Sure, San Francisco, California has its negatives, but its culture, climate and beauty can’t be beat. Here’s a rundown of what it’s like to be living in … Continue reading

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Is Oakland Cooler Than San Francisco? Yes, yes it is.

Oakland is well known as an awful city. The Detroit of the West Coast, if you will. A place where not only will you get mugged, you will see a shooting in the process. No, but really, you’ll at least get … Continue reading

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