Utilize Movers.com top 10 lists for helpful tips when moving. You won’t want to miss these commonly forgotten tasks, mistakes to avoid, and successful methods for making the relocation smooth and easy.
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10 Packing Supplies You'll Need for Your Move
Posted by Nicole La Capria on December 19, 2018
Make your move a breeze and ensure you have these top 10 important packing supplies on hand to transport your belongings! Nobody likes packing-however, using the proper materials and procedures can minimize stress and make the process much easier. If you're handling all of the...
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Top 10 Most Important Things to Remember When Moving
Posted by Nicole La Capria on July 14, 2014
Planning a move is overwhelming—there is so much to get done and so many factors to consider when making preparations. If you’re feeling frantic about your upcoming relocation, don’t panic—check out our top 10 list for the most important tasks when moving....
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The Top 10 Best Things About Moving
Posted by Nicole La Capria on July 16, 2014
If you are planning an upcoming move, you are bogged down with endless tedious tasks, stressful preparations, and nervous worrying. However, while moving can be a bit hectic and overwhelming, there are many wonderful aspects of relocation that can improve your quality of life....
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Top 10 Most Forgotten Items When Moving
Posted by Nicole La Capria on July 21, 2014
In the midst of the hectic packing and moving mania, it is not surprising that items are often left behind at your old home. Making a moving inventory can be a huge help when struggling to remember if you have packed everything come moving day. If you are planning an upcoming...
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10 Best Songs to Play on Your Moving Day Road Trip
Posted by Nicole La Capria on June 20, 2014
Music makes everything better. Compiling a list of catchy moving-related tunes to sing along to on the cross-country drive to your new home is a great way to pass the time and enhance your journey. Make your move fun with the Movers.com top 10 songs for your moving day road trip!...
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Top 10 Reasons Why You Should Move
Posted by Nicole La Capria on July 22, 2014
Are you thinking about planning a move? There are many reasons individuals pick up, pack up, and relocate—some are practical, and others poorly-thought out and rash. Moving is a major life change and shouldn’t be a decision made hastily. Check out our top 10 reasons...
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Top 10 Places You Wish You Could Move To
Posted by Nicole La Capria on July 24, 2014
Have you ever dreamed of packing up, dropping everything and fleeing to an exotic city or remote island? While it often remains a lifelong fantasy, some lucky individuals make their aspirations come true and successfully relocate to their dream destinations. The following are...
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Best 10 Ways to De-Stress After a Move
Posted by Nicole La Capria on November 30, 2018
Moving is incredibly stressful. In fact, relocation is considered one of the most stressful life events we experience, following only death and divorce. Aside from the arduous planning process and the physical exhaustion of moving day, additional stressors can also come in the...
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Top 10 Worst Things About Moving
Posted by Nicole La Capria on August 19, 2014
Moving is exciting--change is healthy and starting a new chapter in your life opens you up to fresh opportunities. However, the amount of planning, preparations, and work it takes to complete a successful move can be harrowing, stressful and downright painful. There is much that...
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Top 10 Things to Pack Last When Moving
Posted by Nicole La Capria on April 6, 2013
Packing is a long and complicated process that you should begin at least one month before your move. However, there are certain items that you shouldn't pack in advance. Remember to leave the following necessary belongings unpacked until moving day to minimize stress and ensure...
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Top 10 Fragile Items You Shouldn't Pack Yourself
Posted by Nicole La Capria on April 5, 2013
Packing is the most time-consuming and nerve-wracking aspect of your move planning. When it comes to packing your most fragile and valuable possessions, you may be concerned about your methods. The last thing you want when you arrive at your new home is to open boxes filled with...
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10 Ways to Reuse Packing Paper After a Move
Posted by Ana M. Ferrer on December 20, 2018
After a move, you're likely buried under a mountain of moving boxes and packing paper. Boxes are easily broken down and recycled after you're settled in, but throwing away all that packing paper and newsprint can seem like a waste.
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The 10 Worst Moving Buddies
Posted by Mike Sannitti on April 14, 2015
Friends can be very helpful when you are moving. You may even consider forgoing professional movers and just enlisting your friends as moving buddies. This may be a bad idea. You see, your friends are not professionals and their motivation to work for you is questionable. At any...
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10 Famous Home Museums to Visit
Posted by Kelly Martini on February 15, 2017
Confused about what kind of home you want to buy? In a market of infinite possibilities, pick one of the common American styles by visiting these popular museums. If you find a style you like, you can even hire a contractor to build you something from the ground up. Choose the...
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Top 10 Largest Cities in the United States
Posted by Nicole Schurott on September 5, 2018
The United States is the third largest country in the world, with over 325.7 million people. Each year, approximately 35.5 million of those people relocate to a new home whether it be in the same neighborhood or across the country. You'll be surprised how different the largest...
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Top 10 Packing Mistakes to Avoid on Your Next Move
Posted by Staff Writer on September 24, 2018
Whether you are moving across town or cross country, you will need to pack. What, when and how you pack is as important for a smooth and successful move as finding a moving company. It requires a plan of action. There is a lot of room for error, and these common packing mistakes...
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Top 10 Cities with the Lowest Cost of Living
Posted by Staff Writer on September 27, 2018
Deciding on which city is the most ideal for you to live in can be difficult. Usually, money is one of the biggest factors people take into consideration while choosing a city. If you're tight on a budget, there are still many options for affordable cities that will also be of...
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Top 10 Cities with the Lowest Taxes
Posted by Staff Writer on October 1, 2018
The worst feeling is looking at your paycheck and seeing how much tax money is taken out from your gross income. Paying taxes, such as property tax and sales tax, are mostly inevitable. However, what if you could live in a city where you can pay less tax and end up saving some...
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10 Best Things About Living in a Small Town
Posted by Staff Writer on December 12, 2018
Living in a small town comes with a handful of benefits. Aside from the great financial advantages, it gives you a sense of belonging and a kind of self-awareness you won't be able to find in a large city. You will find yourself being closer to the community you live in and...
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10 Best Job Markets to Move To
Posted by Staff Writer on December 12, 2018
There are many reasons to move -- attending the college of your dreams, following a loved one or just getting a fresh start with a change of scenery. However, moves are commonly motivated by financial reasons and there are different job markets that satisfy various needs.
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Top 10 Cities Millennials are Moving To
Posted by Scott Myers on October 4, 2018
If you were to ask baby boomers where young professionals are moving to, they would probably tell you areas like New York City and Los Angeles, but they would be wrong. Neither of these cities make the list of the top cities millennials are moving to -- most likely due to their...
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10 Best Countries for Americans to Move To
Posted by Staff Writer on October 4, 2018
Are you looking to move to a new country? Moving abroad could be a great way to start fresh and open a new chapter in your life. There are many countries around the world that happily welcome Americans and make assimilation easier for its new residents. When moving from America...
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10 Best Things About Living in a City
Posted by Staff Writer on December 12, 2018
It's easy to feel intimidated by the thought of moving to a new place -- especially if that place is a city. How will you survive? How will you figure out the transport system? Do you need a car? Everyone goes through this phase, and eventually you figure it out. That is the...
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What Are the Top Cities to Move to in the US?
Posted by Staff Writer on October 8, 2018
When deciding what city to settle down in, many factors come to play in your mind such as job prospects, community, climate or affordability. Fortunately, there are many cities in the US that can meet or exceed your needs. We've hand-picked a list of the top cities that have been...
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10 Most Affordable Housing Markets to Move To
Posted by Staff Writer on October 10, 2018
If you are in the search for a new home outside your current state, it's important to know which housing market suits your financial capability the best. With housing shortages, a rising cost of living and expensive prices for homes, many potential buyers rather pursue more...