09, Dec 2019
Moving is difficult, and the holiday season can be tiring. Combining them both can be challenging and overwhelming. Our tips for moving during the holidays can help you get through this stressful period. Read our tips on moving in the winter to help prepare you and your belongings for a… Read more
11, Nov 2019
Most Canadians do not consider moving in the winter as most of the country experiences freezing temperatures, snow, and ice for several months. However, there are a few benefits. Moving companies are generally less busy during this season. There is more flexibility on dates, and the costs could be significantly… Read more
14, Oct 2019
Moving house is a part of life. It can be a stressful process but experience has taught us there are some things that can reduce the amount of work. Check out these quick tips for a smooth move. When packing, use paper towel roll tubes to protect sharp knives. Insert… Read more
16, Sep 2019
Lawn furniture and gardening tools are often neglected when preparing for a move simply because they are stored outdoors. Some of these items require special care and can be time-consuming to pack as they can be heavy and oddly-shaped. The first step is to decide if you are going to… Read more
22, Jul 2019
Boomers are retiring and downsizing in great numbers. Many of them want to pass their household goods on to their children, the Millennial Generation. The problem is, that most Millennials do not want these items. These generations have different lifestyles and view stuff differently so it is important to start… Read more
24, Jun 2019
This CBC headline certainly caught my attention a couple of weeks ago. It is a story about a family that unknowingly hired disreputable movers. They lost thousands of dollars’ worth of possessions and irreplaceable mementos. For a move manager like me, this story is heartbreaking because it didn’t have to… Read more
27, May 2019
Moving is stressful. There is so much to do to prepare and organize. Updating your mailing address to all your accounts and subscriptions can seem like a daunting task. It is an important task though. We’ve provided a summary of who needs to know about your address change. Canada Post… Read more
29, Apr 2019
When offering our move management services, occasionally, a client asks whether they should move an item or buy it new at the destination. In the end, it is a personal choice based on many different factors. Below are some things to consider that can help you make a good decision… Read more
08, Apr 2019
The lure of home décor magazines is incredibly strong when we’re preparing to move to a new home. We imagine living in rooms that look just like those glossy, perfectly staged photos. It is so tempting to buy chic, trendy items for our new home before moving in. However, we… Read more
11, Mar 2019
When moving from one home to another, most people are familiar with transporting items in cardboard boxes. However, many moving companies are now renting reusable plastic totes for household moves. How do you decide which option is right for your move? Let’s look at the benefits and drawbacks of both… Read more
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