If you’re moving abroad soon, you might be wondering, “How do I prepare for an international move?” Making a move that big will require a lot of planning and organization, and unless you’ve done this before, you may not know where to start. However, at Lee’s Moving, we’ve helped with moves of all kinds, including international activities. We’ve put together the following international moving checklist for those that are relocating to a different country. Six Months Before Moving Internationally: Know the cost of living. Start figuring out how much your expenses will be when you relocate overseas, and budget accordingly. You... View Article
Planning a senior move comes with its own set of tasks and stressors. Whether you are planning a senior move for someone else, or are the senior moving, we have some tips to help this special relocation go as smoothly as possible. Downsizing for a Senior Move Downsizing from your current home—perhaps the one you raised your family—can be daunting. There are probably many items you’ve acquired over the years, and many memories that accompany these items. Give yourself time to go through your possessions; this is not something you’re going to want to rush through. Three months may sound... View Article
What makes a good neighborhood? Answering that question is essential in determining your ideal endpoint when pondering a long-distance move. Ultimately, the answer is an individual decision. However, there are some common points that anyone contemplating a cross country move (and calculating relocation costs) should consider. Make your custom mix from these elements. Remember: Location, location and…LOCATION! Unless you’re a hermit, it’s not only your new house you’re moving to; you’re relocating to an environment. Good schools. Low crime. Easy access to medical care. Cultural events. Great outdoors. All of these and more might be considerations when deciding what makes... View Article
There’s plenty of advice out there about packing for a cross country move, but what about unpacking tips? The internet is rife with packing tips, but what about moving in? “Unpacking” is a physical activity, but it’s also a psychological exercise. You’ll find the best unpacking starts with thinking well before acting. Anti-anxiety action The thing about unpacking that probably generates the most anxiety is not knowing where to start first. That’s why organizing is so important. Preparing for moving in really starts with the moving-out stage. Think of it as a pre-step in our unpacking tips (along with estimating... View Article
You’ve planned and packed (and maybe even procrastinated a bit) for this event, and now it’s arrived: moving day! The big moving truck parks in front of your house. The driver and his crew jump out and approach your doorway. What should you expect? Moving day M.O. Remember our cross-country movers are professionals—first and foremost. They’re masters at their craft (and terrific guys to boot). So, expect smiles, superior service and expert answers to all your questions. Feel free to ask for resources, checklists, timelines or moving guides these national movers have on-hand. Also, during these unprecedented times, be assured... View Article
