38 articles from the MovingGuru blog.
Phoenix is a flat rocky desert located at the bottom of a large valley but not far from snow covered peaks and pine tree forests. Temperatures range from 80-100+ and the weather is great for outdoor activities. Phoenix is just … Continue reading →
Other · April 3, 2014
San Jose is the heart of the Silicon Valley. Countless websites and tech start ups are located in Silicon Valley. For those looking to break into the technology scene, it is the place to be. Jobs abound and as do … Continue reading →
Other · March 31, 2014
Oakland is located across the bay from San Francisco. It is the heart of the East Bay which is home to the cities of Berkley, Hayward and Emeryville. On one side of the city is the San Francisco Bay and … Continue reading →
Other · March 27, 2014
San Francisco is a charming city with the Golden Gate Bridge, iconic rows of pastel Victorian style homes, streets that wind up steep hills, skyscrapers and dozens of parks. It has some of the nation’s best public transportation, amazing food, … Continue re…
Other · March 24, 2014
Leases and subleases are used in property rentals and establish the rights and duties of the renter and landlord. A lease is a contract between a tenant and landlord. The landlord owns the property and allows the renter to lease … Continue reading →
Other · March 17, 2014
What is the best day to move? How can you avoid damaging your stuff? Have you heard of the AMSA? There are so many things to know when it comes to moving. Let MovingGuru.com help! For more information, watch this … Continue reading →
Other · March 13, 2014
When you are moving out of a rental property, you will have to wash, sweep and scrub; otherwise you can say good bye to your rental deposit refund. Our video details the pros and cons of cleaning yourself versus hiring … Continue reading →
Other · March 10, 2014
Do you want to follow your dreams to a city where you don’t yet have a job? Many people do just that successfully. Check out our video below for instructions on how to put together a budget for your move … Continue reading →
Moving Financials · February 24, 2014
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Moving Logistics · August 15, 2013
Want some tips about how to relocate to your new place? We have them. On our website we have over 250 articles filled with relocation advice. And most advice-filled of all? Our Top 50 Moving Tips. Here are some hints as … Continue reading →
Money-Saving Tips · July 7, 2013
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Other · July 6, 2013
Happy 4th of July, all you movers out there. Chances are you aren’t moving on the 4th of July itself, but this is a great weekend to get a move accomplished, because you have some extra time on hand due to … Continue reading →
Other · July 4, 2013
In the US, roughly 37 million people move each year. This is based on US Census statistics from 2009, when 37.1 million people moved. The next question is, who moved? The short answer to that is young people. Over 35% of that 37.1 million … Continue reading…
Other · March 4, 2013
Happy President’s Day, everyone. In honor of all the presidents in our country’s history, we’ve got some fun factoids about how they moved into the White House. John Adams was the first president to move into the White House in 1800. … Continue reading →
Other · February 18, 2013
Funny things happen during moving. People break lamps at inopportune times; they get flat tires in the rain; they accidentally pack their cats. Sure, most of these things are crappy when they happen, but they’re great for laughs at a post-move … Continue re…
Other · February 2, 2013
Moving can be a waking nightmare that lasts for days. And I don’t mean you dropped your bed down the stairs. I mean, you dropped your bed on your dog. Or you broke your thumb in the trunk. Or your … Continue reading →
Other · January 28, 2013
No matter where you’re moving, there’s almost sure to be a street, square, building or park adorned with his name or initials. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s efforts nearly forty years ago meant much to countless communities, from Montgomery to small-town Montan…
Other · January 21, 2013
Packing to move to tornado alley? Millions do each year. Tornado alley covers many states in middle America, most notably Texas, Oklahoma, Nebraska and Kansas. It’s called tornado alley because, *gasp*, it spawns tornadoes – those tremendous, twisting, terr…
Other · January 8, 2013
Hurricanes are the late-80’s Mike Tyson of natural disasters. Nothing can bludgeon a city state region entire country like a hurricane. They are NOT to be messed with. If you’re moving to the Gulf of Mexico or even anywhere on the … Continue reading →
Other · January 7, 2013
Moving somewhere with earthquakes is trippy. Earthquakes are crazy things. I mean, really, think about it: The ground rolls and wobbles like a liquid. Woah! Check out our earthquake survival guide so you don’t freak out when your kitchen floor … Continue re…
Other · January 2, 2013
This is almost like a moving pod service. I mean, those trucks are carrying a lot of people’s stuff… But we suggest getting the real thing. Get some moving pod quotes now.
Other · January 2, 2013
Happy New Years Here’s to all of you moving in 2013! May your moves be cheap and filled with ease.
Other · January 1, 2013
This cat is right. Sometimes you just need to get a moving company. Get some free quotes now.
Other · December 31, 2012
We’d like to wish you all our readers a very kind and comfortable holiday season. We hope that your moving-related needs can wait until after it’s over, but once they again arise, we’ll be here.
Other · December 25, 2012
With Christmas right around the corner, it seems appropriate to talk about how moving affects gift-giving. If someone is moving, you shouldn’t get them any gift that comes to mind, because some items might severely complicate their upcoming move. For … Cont…
Other · December 24, 2012
It’s our 2nd Amendment right to possess firearms, and thousands of us American do. Unfortunately, it’s not our 2nd Amendment right to transport firearms in the mail. Moving can be a complicated endeavor for gun owners. The need to ship … Continue reading &r…
Other · December 11, 2012
Do you what will happen to you if you end up in a coma? Well, medical personnel will make a number of life-saving decision to start things. Then they’ll confer with your family regarding future treatment. But what if you … Continue reading →
Other · September 4, 2012
The military offers its service members a basic housing allowance, which can be used to pay for off-base housing. The basic housing allowance (BAH) can greatly help members to find housing for themselves and their families, and it’s non-taxable. But … Conti…
Other · August 31, 2012
Many people in the military have families, pets, or simply want some space. They would prefer to live off base and commute, rather than live in on-base housing. For these service members, being transferred to a new base can be very … Continue reading →
Other · August 30, 2012
If you need to move while serving in the military, you have two basic options: (1) do it yourself (DITY) or (2) let the military do it for you. Though turning over the reigns to the government might be the … Continue reading →
Other · August 22, 2012
Bringing up moving to someone is never easy. For example, breaking a move to your kids should be dealt with carefully and considerately. However, no moving conversation is more delicate than telling a loved one it’s time to move them … Continue reading →
Other · August 20, 2012
I just got back from vacation, and you know what? It’s a lot like moving. Now, bear with me here… Sure, it’s not permanent, and it usually doesn’t involve dragging furniture or pianos. However, going on vacation requires planning, packing, … Continue…
Other · August 10, 2012
Summer is heating up into the prime time to move. 60% of America’s moves happen during the summer, and for good reason: it’s warmer, the days are longer and the kids aren’t in school. If you’re going to be moving … Continue reading →
Moving Safety · May 21, 2012
You should clean, don’t get me wrong. If you’re kitchen is pitiful with dishes, go clean it and do it now. It’s just sanitary. However, moving complicates cleaning a bit. If you’re moving out in two days and your rug … Continue reading →
Other · May 18, 2012
Is the Bay Area’s extravagant cost of living is finally catching up with it? San Francisco, Alameda, Santa Clara and San Mateo counties all shed more people than they gained in 2010. Actually, this has been happening since 2005 in … Continue reading →
Other · May 9, 2012
Storage units might protect your stuff from the elements and other people; however, critters are masters at gaining access to even the most impenetrable of places. Though not necessarily a rampant problem, storage units have been known to home rats … Contin…
Other · April 16, 2012
Moving does not follow the same schedule as the law. In fact, few things do. The law is a very slooooow process. Nevertheless, you have to prioritize any criminal case over your need to relocate. Moving with open charges against … Continue reading →
Other · March 28, 2012
Moving is leaving. It’s taking yourself and going to another place miles upon miles, sometimes oceans away from the people you see each day. Having a moving away party is a great way to create closure with your friends and … Continue reading →
Other · March 7, 2012
