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How Long Does it Take to Buy a House?

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The process of buying a house in the UK can last anywhere between 3 and 6 months. And that’s if you’re lucky and there are no additional delays along the way. It might take longer if any obstacles appear, such as the property having a long chain or gazumping/gazundering*.

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Country Life vs City Life

city life vs country life

Last Update: 31.03.2022

There’s been a world-old debate about which is better – city life or country life. Everyone feels comfortable in a certain environment. Some prefer to live in their country’s capital, while others live in smaller cities. Some people can only live in the countryside and would feel terrible in a crowded city.…

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Moving House With a Dog – All You Need to Know

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Moving house is not stressful just for you. Your dog will be twice as stressed as you, even if it’s the calmest dog in the world. And we are talking about the whole process – from the beginning with the packing to the end in your new home. Don’t take our word for granted. Check out that real and funny story by Allie Brosh.…

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How to Deal With Moving Anxiety

cardboard boxes for home removals

Moving house is a challenge no one can escape; unfortunately, it’s quite often related to causing moving anxiety. Whether you want to change the place where you live or the time for the family to buy a new home has come, everything has to be packed and transported to the new destination.…

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Low-Stress Decluttering Tips for Low-Cost House Moving

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If you’ve thought, “I need to declutter the house”, but never actually came through with it, moving your house is the ideal time to get it done. You have to examine your belongings anyway and get them out of their places, nooks and crannies. …

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How to Pack a Suitcase: 10+ Tips for Space-Saving Packing

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Packing shouldn’t be a stressful thing to do. Regardless of what you’re packing – a suitcase for a holiday weekend, a long break, for a work trip or moving house, it should be associated with positive events or near-future adventures.

That’s why we’ll present you with a long list of packing suitcase tips for travelling or any other packing you might need to do in your life. …

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List of Things to Consider When Moving to London: Costs, Tips, Questions and Answers.

Moving to London. The costs. The pros & the cons

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We already talked about moving OUT of the UK now it’s time to talk about moving TO London. The capital has over 8 million people, which makes it a city full of possibilities and options for people of all ages. It’s not an accident that millions of people choose to live there. Most citizens were not even born in the UK but have chosen to move and remain there.…

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5 Golden Rules for Better Office Removals Planning

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Relocating your company is always a significant investment in time and money. You should never underestimate the resources and the time an office removal process can take. That’s why planning the move is a vital part on which you should focus. Luckily we can help you – follow these rules to help your move go as smoothly as possible.…

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Leaving The UK To Live Abroad: What You Need To Know And Do

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Storing Furniture: Tips for Long-Term Storage and Preservation

storing big furniture - sofa

Storing furniture doesn’t seem complicated unless you have to do it. Then you start thinking and planning ways to put away your furnishings the right way. First comes the question – “Which storage service should I choose?”, “How long do I need to put away my stuff?”, “Do I need to put everything away?”

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