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So it's moving day! You've watched the movers take your belongings from the safety of your home to the inside of a moving van, and you're a little anxious.- When will you see them again?- What happens if the truck breaks down?- What happens if there's a snow storm?Like most people, you are probab...
10/08/2008
PROSUMERISM may be Hazardous In 1980 a new term, prosumer, was coined by Alvin Toffler, in his book The Third Wave. A combination of the words production and consumption, the word prosumer described a situation where an interactive community came together to create and share ideas and products to...
09/02/2008
FIVE BIG MISTAKES IN MOVING  Getting a quote over the phone or internet: A big mistake that consumers make, when planning their moves, is obtaining a quote over the phone or the internet. Any quote obtained in this manner is a non-binding quote. The only way to obtain a guaranteed or binding quot...
08/07/2008
Having been professionally relocated cross-country several times over the years, I've had the opportunity to watch professional movers pack my items.  One thing I've figured out.....they know what they're doing!  Over the years I've been able to apply some of these simple tips to my own antiques ...
07/18/2008
Defining the 3rd Factor in Moving Quotes The cost of an interstate move is primarily determined by three factors: distance, weight, and extra services rendered.*Distance and weight are easily understood, but many transferees are uncertain about the 3rd factor, extra services.Extra services are of...
07/08/2008
How Fuel Prices Affect Your Move Every American is affected by the rise in fuel costs, not only for their own daily commute, but also indirectly as the cost of consumable goods and food rise incrementally to adjust for transportation expenses. Members of the trucking and moving industries are fee...
06/04/2008
Moving internationally? Plan ahead! The recent international shipping container shortage is making international shipping a challenge, not only for commercial exports, but also for shipment of household goods. Shipments to and from Hawaii and Alaska may also be impacted by the shipping container ...
05/21/2008
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The cost of an interstate move is determined by three factors:1. Distance of move2. Weight of shipment3. Special services renderedThere is one factor, in particular, that a homeowner has some control over....weight. If you or your client is contemplating a state-to-state move, and are concerned a...
04/02/2008
Transporting a VehicleFor many families, a car is the second largest investment they have ever made. Getting that investment safely to a new home is an important component of a smooth move.What are my options for transporting a vehicle? A vehicle can be moved with your household goods or with a s...
02/06/2008
5 Tips For A Smoother MoveMake sure that your moving quote is based upon a visual survey.One of the biggest mistakes that people make, when booking a move, is assuming that a quote which is made over the phone is guaranteed. The only way to obtain a binding quote is to have your household goods v...
01/25/2008
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