Odds & Ends

21 articles from the MovingGuru Moving Guide.

Rental Moving Boxes

Yes, there are moving boxes for rent. A single bedroom apartment owner can expect to throw down about $100 to rent moving boxes. And no, they won’t get moldy, worn-out cardboard boxes that some guy stored his dead fish collection in…

Moving Boxes · June 30, 2013

Waterproof Moving Boxes

If you want to protect your things from the rain, sleet or snow, waterproof moving boxes are the way to go. Waterproof moving boxes are, essentially, plastic moving boxes that seal tightly. They prevent water from entering, and are not

Moving Boxes · June 26, 2013

Moving Flowchart

If you just can’t decide how you should move, then give our moving flowchart a try. Start where it says "start here" and see where you end up. You might just find that answering the right questions will get you to

Odds & Ends · March 19, 2013

Your Options When Movers Damage Your Property

Did your moving company deliver you bent boxes and a broken couch frame? Movers are not perfect. They can, and do, break property during the moving process. And when they do, they are liable for the damage they caused. When

Moving Companies · February 10, 2013

How to Dispute a Moving Company's Bill

It happens to hundreds each year. After a stressful move across the country and a day or two of unpacking, a person gets the bill from their moving company, and it’s $1,000 more than expected. It happens. And if it

Moving Companies · February 8, 2013

AMSA's Moving Dispute Resolution and Arbitration Program

Got beef with your mover? The American Moving and Storage Association (AMSA) offers a program that allows you to voice your concerns. The AMSA’s arbitration program allows customers to file complaints against their moving companies. Then a third party decid…

Moving Companies · February 6, 2013

What Is the American Moving and Storage Association?

Wondering who oversees the moving world? Most professional fields have an association that watches over its businesses and customer, and moving services are no different. The American Moving and Storage Association is a central office that provides help, ad…

Moving Quotes & Contracts · February 4, 2013

Top 7 Ways to Make Moving Fun

We won’t candy coat. Moving is hectic. It’s sweaty. It’s tough, ruff and tumble. However, there are ways to make moving fun, at least fun like practicing for a sport can be fun. Here are our top 7 ways to make moving

Odds & Ends · January 30, 2013

Hurricane Survival Guide for Moving Somewhere with Hurricanes

Moving to the Atlantic Coast or the Gulf? The come like an army. They don’t hide; they just trudge forward, immense, imposing and unavoidable. And then, when they arrive, all hell breaks loose, with jet-like winds and rushes of seawater

Moving Safety · December 13, 2012

Tornado Survival Guide for Moving Somewhere with Tornadoes

Moving to tornado alley? Have you ever heard tornado sirens? They sounds like angels crying. And when the sky gets sickly green and the air gets still with storm, they begin to wail. When you hear them, it’s best to

Moving Safety · December 13, 2012

How to Ship Guns and Firearms

Are you a weapons owner? Gun can complicate any move. Some moving services refuse to transport them, and weapons-shipping laws can be difficult to work around. That being said, it’s entirely possible to move your guns from your old home

Odds & Ends · December 7, 2012

Tips for Moving on Your Own

So, you’re flying solo, huh? Packing up and getting out of dodge like how the outlaws of the Wild West used to do it, right? Loner-style. Vagabondish. No frills, all guts and 5 o’clock shadow. Well, if you follow

DIY Moves · December 3, 2012

What Kind of Dolly to Buy

What is a dolly? Dollies are platforms on wheels. They are essential for moving heavy and large things, especially when you don’t have a bunch of people to help you, and sometimes even when you do. Anyone thinking about pulling a do-it-yourself

Difficult Things to Move · September 25, 2012

Off-Base Military Housing

Don’t want to live on base? Living on base might be cheaper, but it comes with restrictions, including rules against pets and limited space and privacy. Moving off-base, though more troublesome, can result in a much more comfortable living situation

Military Moves · August 21, 2012

How Does Insurance Work?

You know you need it, but how does insurance actually work? Insurance makes the world a cheaper, less-stressful place. If it wasn’t for insurance, we’d have to worry about suffering a financial catastrophe at every turn, and we’d be charged

Odds & Ends · July 15, 2012

How to Move Safely

Safety first on moving day… Moving can be dangerous in more ways than one. Sure, there’s always the threat of the proverbial pulled back, but picking up boxes the right way isn’t the only thing to consider. The weather, transportation,

Moving Safety · June 24, 2012

How to Improve Your Credit Score

At some point almost everyone has worried about that missed payment they had a few months ago, or the maxed-out credit card sitting in the nightstand drawer. But don’t worry, there are ways to repair or improve your credit score.

Odds & Ends · November 16, 2011

What Is a Credit Score?

At some point in life, nearly everyone will apply to get some form of financial loan. A car, a house, college, or other major purchase or investment may require financing. For that reason, financial institutions depend on credit scores to

Odds & Ends · November 16, 2011

How Is a Credit Score Determined?

There are a few key things that go into making up your credit report. These factors are used to calculate your numerical credit score. Your credit report is based on several factors that are reported by outside sources. You should

Odds & Ends · November 16, 2011

What Your Credit Score Affects

Your credit score can have an impact on a lot of different aspects of your spending life. It is not just a gateway to a loan. It tells a lender whether or not to give you the loan you want.

Odds & Ends · November 16, 2011

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