In early May of 2022, Bethany moved from Oakland, California to Arlington, Virginia for work and to be closer to her family. PODS made the most sense because full-service movers were prohibitively expensive, and driving a rental truck on a 2,800-mile odyssey wasn’t an option. As a leader in the moving container business, PODS is […]
Few moving companies enjoy better name recognition than United Van Lines and Mayflower Transit. United and Mayflower operate independently, but they’re each part of parent company Unigroup. According to UniGroup, the two van lines collectively handle about one-third of all full-service interstate moves annually. With help from United and Mayflower, UniGroup established Move Rescue in […]
Here at moveBuddha, we’re always stressing the importance of planning, vetting movers, and conscientiously working through the items on your moving checklist. They’re all vital, but establishing residency often gets overlooked when moving from state to state. With so much else going on, it may not seem like a priority. That said, it affects everything […]
Moving isn’t easy or inexpensive, even when everything goes according to plan. That said, last-minute moves caused by job loss, natural disasters, and unexpected deaths are typically even more stressful, overwhelming, and financially burdensome. Thankfully, low-income families in situations like these have several resources at their disposal. Of course, eligibility requirements vary, applying for assistance […]
“What size truck do I need?” It’s a common question on DIY moves. Determining the weight of household goods and how much space they’ll take up on a moving van can be difficult. That said, having the right size moving truck is imperative. Get one that’s too small, and you’ll spend too much time loading […]
When moving from California to New York, Isabel chose Safeway Moving for the peace of mind of a full-service experience. Check out a full account of her moving experience.
As of June 27, 2022, new Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations changed. Find out how these changes may help consumers avoid common moving pitfalls.
For his long-distance move, Steve chose U-Pack. Read about his first-hand experience with U-Pack and what you can expect if you use them for your move.
In the spring of 2022, Tessa moved from Kalamazoo, Michigan to Manhattan, Kansas to start a specialty veterinary internship. Tessa used her father’s truck and trailer to transport her items, but she hired movers to provide labor for loading and unloading. In Michigan she worked with College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving, while in Kansas […]
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