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How Much Is Self-Storage? Plus Other Considerations.

Whether you’re in-between moving house, taking a long break overseas, or going home from college for the summer (or a host of other options), you’ll likely need somewhere secure to store your belongings. For some, the solution is to rent a storage space in a friend’s garage or basement, but often the most practical, secure and unobtrusive answer is renting a storage space. …

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How to conduct a snagging survey when buying a house

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Thoroughly inspecting or surveying a new home is an essential step for buyers – and it’s key to do it before you sign any paperwork. Knowing as much information about the property’s current condition saves you from making bad investments.

However, it’s not always easy to spot defects or snags, especially if you’re not an expert yourself.…

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Moving With Your Pet Bird

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Regarding relocating, you are preparing yourself at least a week before your moving date, but your pet bird is the last thing you need to pay the most attention to. Moving with a pet bird is not as hard as it sounds. There are just a few things you need to know to be prepared. 

Check with Your Veterinarian

A month before your relocation, take your beloved pet bird to the vet and consult about their health problems and mental condition.…

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How to Feng Shui Your New Home

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Everybody wants peace and harmony in their house and, all in all, just a nice place to live. If you are moving into a new house or you want to freshen up your home, why not follow the ancient Chinese art of Feng Shui? The main aim of this practice is to feel connected to your home, using life force energy to harmonise with the surroundings.…

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Tips When Moving Heavy Furniture Yourself

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Moving heavy furniture can be tricky, especially when you’re moving it yourself. No matter where you are moving your household items, whether into self-storage or your new home, it is guaranteed that you’ll have to move furniture and many of them.

From smaller items like chairs and stools, drawers and dressers, to large bulky pieces like sofas, beds and dining tables.…

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How to Manage Your Energy Supply When Moving House

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Whether you’re a buyer or renter, dealing with your energy supply is important for moving house.

Comparing deals and switching suppliers will help you secure the best gas and electricity tariff deal. This can help to minimise your energy payments and leave you more money for important things like furnishings, decorations and housewarming celebrations.…

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10 Tips for Moving with Kids

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Moving house can be difficult enough without having the kids in tow. Read our top 10 tips for moving with kids for a smoother move.…

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Moving Abroad With a Dog: Do’s And Don’ts

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Relocating abroad is an exciting task where packing becomes cumbersome. Packers and movers ease out the mission of shifting goods, but some precious things need individual attention before starting country travel. One such task to proceed with when moving abroad with a dog.…

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7 Tips to Keep in Mind When Moving to a New City

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Often one has to move to a new city. It may be for higher studies, a new job, or living with a loved one. Moving away from their parents is exciting and emotional for college goers. …

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What Should You Consider When Moving Into a New House

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Moving into a new house is one of the most stressful things to experience in life, no matter how much planning you put into it. The fact is that when you move to a new property, the procedure does not consist only of packing your belongings and transporting them to the new address.…

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