Category: Packing & moving

Once you sign the contract on a new home, it’s time to take action. Call the movers, declutter your belongings, measure the furniture. We’ll help set you up for success during this process.

  • Top 10 Cutest Moving Announcements

    Excited to share news about your big move (and new address) with friends and family? Moving announcements are a great way to spread the word in the style, so we’ve rounded up nine adorable examples from around the web—plus a free printable one of our own!

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  • What to Ditch Before Moving to a New House

    It’s not every day you have the opportunity (or motivation) to take stock of every household possession—from items in dark closet corners to long-unopened bins and catch-all drawers. The thought of it might not spark joy, at least not at first. But when framed within the context of moving to a new house, you might find it a rewarding process, even exciting.

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  • Six Items for Your Post-Moving Day Checklist

    There are countless things to remember when you’re moving to a new home, and the work doesn’t end when the moving truck drives away! We’ve created a checklist to help you remember some things to do as you start unpacking and settling into your new space.

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  • 9 Kids Books About Moving Away

    Is your young child moving for the first time? If so, they may have lots of questions you’ll need to navigate with them. Reading the right books together could help them understand this big life change and work through the big feelings that naturally come with it. We’ve gathered a list of stories you can use to start conversations, set expectations, express and heal grief over the places and people they may be leaving behind—and get them excited about the new adventures ahead!

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  • How to Pack 10 Tricky Items for Moving

    You’ve found your dream home—congratulations! Moving can be an exciting new adventure, but there are a few more items to check off the to-do list before you can enjoy your new abode. One of the biggest tasks, of course, is packing up your belongings. While some items can be easily tossed in a box without fear of damage, other household goods are a bit trickier to transport.

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  • Going Away Party Ideas For Kids (Or Grown-Ups!)

    Moving can be a big adjustment—especially for children. Regardless of how far you’re moving, the transition may bring up difficult feelings for your kids, so it’s important to reframe their thinking and promote the positive aspects of relocating. There are different strategies and tools for preparing your child, but one way you can help them get excited about the move is to throw them a going away party!

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  • How to Make Yourself at Home in a New Neighborhood

    Moving to a new area can leave you feeling a little lost, but it’s actually an exciting opportunity to discover all the things that make your new community uniquely appealing. Read on for three easy ways to find top-rated spots near you and build lasting ties to your new community.

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  • Your Printable Moving Checklist

    It’s time to move—but where do you start? Use our handy, printable moving checklist to prepare for moving day. Then download our free Ultimate Moving Pack to help you stay organized and make your next move like a pro! Read more.

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  • Tips for Creating & Placing Garage Sale Signs

    Even in this age of GPS and Google Maps, signs are a valuable part of your garage sale advertising mix. They can draw in casual, impulse shoppers as well help ad respondents find you. Here are some tips for choosing and placing your signs.

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  • How to Write a Garage Sale Ad (and Where to Post It Online)

    Staging your house to sell? Cutting the clutter before a move? Just looking for a little more breathing room in your closets? If so, a garage sale could be a Saturday morning well spent! Read on for tips on how to write a garage sale ad and where you can post it online.

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  • Preparing for a Move: How to Declutter & Minimize

    Preparing to move to your dream home? Start fresh and don’t bring any current clutter with you! Paring down your possessions to only the items that “spark joy” sets you on the path to a more stress-free and satisfying move. To help you get started, we’ve listed a few decluttering tips, leaning toward the minimalist side of the spectrum, that may transform your life well after you’ve settled into your new home.

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  • How to Choose a Moving Company

    You wouldn’t buy a new home without first exploring your options. Choosing a moving company should be no different! Get quick tips for how to choose a moving company that suits your needs and will ease the stress of packing and moving. Read more.

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