Here’s something that surprises even longtime Bay Area residents: moving from Russian Hill to Oakland often costs more than hauling everything to San Jose. Half the distance, double the headaches. We’ve noticed this puzzles folks who get their first moving...
The holidays already come with enough to juggle. Between gift shopping, family gatherings, and end-of-year deadlines, the last thing you need is to add moving to your list. Yet nearly 7.8% of Americans move each year, with about a quarter of those moves happening...
It’s easy to get used to the daily wear and tear caused by our pets. Then, adding a new piece of furniture, preparing for a spring cleaning, or getting ready to move shines a spotlight on all those scratches on the floor and furnishings. Fortunately, repairing or...
If handling a small move was as easy as it sounds, most professional moving companies would be out of business. While the steps required to coordinate and facilitate a small move may be less-intensive than those required for long-distance moves, the same “Moving...
Moving is considered to be one of the most stressful events in a person’s life. And yet every year, over 40 million Americans take the plunge. If you’re among their ranks this year, good planning can make the difference between a hectic mess and a smooth...
About 8.9 million Americans move between states each year. A further 1.8 million people move into the United States from another country. The average person spends roughly $1,170 on a local move and $5,630 for a move to another location. Depending on how much stuff...
