It is March 20 and Spring has officially sprung… Spring cleaning may be at the top of mind. As well as getting rid of things that gather dust in the remote corners of your home. Do you know where to start? Often times you have items...
The most asked question we receive at Ralph's is, how much is my move going to cost? This question can be a hard one to answer. Every household move is different and is based on a variation of different factors from furniture to the distance...
Moving can be one of the most stressful times in your life add to that, tax season is coming up and can be confusing and hectic. Before you go to your accountant, you may want to review this blog post from Atlas and inquire with...
Finally, a few other simple ideas for making a move easy for even the most seasoned movers includes contacting current insurance providers to keep them in the loop and let them know about your move. This is important because in many instances a move will...
For example, a simple and smart strategy for first-time movers is to buy a file box that has a lock as a way to store important documents and papers. All too often people that move end up losing vital documents and important papers that cannot...
Along with these simple strategies it is also essential to carefully budget any move. Typically speaking, most moves have many hidden expenses that can blindside individuals at various stages of the moving process. This is where a detailed timeline and a written plan can come...
As with important documents it may also be a good idea to purchase a secure box with a lock for valuables such as coins, jewelry and the like. Photographs and other personal memorabilia should be set aside and carefully handled so that nothing becomes lost...
In addition, those with children that are planning a move should consider getting a babysitter as a way to further reduce stress levels during the busy moving day. Children are great, but they can complicate a move and even become subjected to unexpected dangers due...
One great idea is to always have a checklist on hand. Do-It-yourself movers have come to rely upon a basic written checklist as a way to stay organized and stay on schedule. An organized checklist ensures that nothing is missed and that everything goes accordingly....
Finally, one of the most common sense tips with regard to moving is to simply hire professionals to move your home. Movers move people every day for a living. While the temptation is always there to do a do-it-yourself move, professional movers get the job...