Ryan Kraft
Facebook | Twitter | +Ryan KraftI am a passionate writer with a background in creative writing, journalism and law. Having just relocated to Oakland, I know a thing or two about moving, and I hope to be able to share my experience with others.
Having a Moving-In Party
Want to celebrate your move? Having a moving-in party is a great way to relax and meet new people after a your move. It might seem strange to invite people who you barely know into your home, but parties are … Continue reading
How to Ask for Moving Help
Need some help moving? You can hire a moving company, but for light moves you can also coax a friend into helping you. But how do you accomplish this? Asking for favors is not easy for most people. It’ll almost … Continue reading
How to Move Out on Your Own
Is it time to move out? Whether you’re escaping your parents, an ex, or a bummer roommate, moving out on your own requires some thought. If you can’t care for yourself, you’ll be back at home or looking for a … Continue reading
How to Move a Refrigerator
Fridges are difficult to move. They are bulky, heavy things with doors and drawers and removable trays. Moving a refrigerator takes some care and know-how. Here’s what to do: Unplug – unplug the electricity and turn off the water connection. … Continue reading
Moving at Night
Are you stuck moving at night? Us humans don’t have the nightvision of cats… yet… so, if you need to move at night, you will need to brighten your move with some light. Here’s how: Moving at Night Guide Back … Continue reading
Arranging Furniture
Want to bring life to your rooms? Your furniture will dictate how you live in your new home and how your guests will perceive it. For example, when you put a chair somewhere, you are telling a person where to … Continue reading
Moving in the Rain
Worried about a rainy move? The weather doesn’t care that you planned your moving day two months ago, packed all week and rented a moving truck yesterday. If it wants to rain, it’s going to rain, and you are going … Continue reading
Moving Your Liquor Collection
Need to move your booze? Good TV: $1,000 Nice Computer: $1,200 Baller Liquor Collection (2 of each type plus liqueurs): $1,500+ Alcohol costs money. If you want good alcohol, it’s costs a lot of money (upwards of $50 a bottle). … Continue reading
Deciding Whether to Buy or Rent
Deciding whether to buy or rent? There are many benefits to buying and owning a property, whether a home, condo or apartment. There are many benefits to renting property from someone else as well, though. Which is right for you … Continue reading
How to Talk to Service Providers
Want some leverage in your next service contract? Service providers supply you with wonderful things like Internet and cable, but they don’t do it out of the goodness of their hearts. No, they are out to get your money. If … Continue reading


