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To Move or Not to Move – That Is the Question!

to move or not to move

Moving home is like an elaborate game of chess – one slight miscalculation is all it takes to lose your king to a pawn. And if your tactic involves charging forward and praying that your life will somehow turn out for the better, then take another look at your chessboard. Because the question still stands – should you move or not?…

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How to Move House with a Cat – A Guide for Moving With Cats

kitty in a box

Updated: 31.01.2020

For many people, change is something that they eagerly look forward to. But mention that word to any cat in the known universe, and you’re likely to get an aggravated hiss in response. Why? Because these animals love the predictability of daily routine to the point where a single missed meal is more than enough to upset them.…

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How to Unpack After Moving to a New House

cardboard boxes

Last Update: 18.02.2022

Few things are more annoying than unpacking and arranging everything at your new place. Especially if you pack, move and unpack often. However, if you plan the unpacking and go after it, you can be sure that the process will be significantly shorter and less irritating. Therefore, if you want to make the unpacking as quick and hassle-free as possible, read the following eight tips for the best way to unpack after a move! Before…

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Living in Stoke Newington

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In the past, Stoke Newington used to be one of the bad areas in London, where you wouldn’t spend your free time. But after the nineties, when all the restaurants, boutiques and delis started popping up, living in Stoke Newington became prefered over other areas in North London. Stokie (the informal name for Stoke Newington) is generally recognized as the N16 postcode area, although N16 also includes Stamford Hill and Shacklewell).…

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How to Pack Plates and Glasses for Moving

plates and dishes ready to be packed for house moving

One of the most fragile items you’ll need to pack during a move is your dishes and glasses. If they are not packed properly – it’s easy to crack or completely break them, even if you handle them with the greatest care.
You don’t need to worry about that, though, follow our step-by-step guide, and you’ll learn how to pack plates for moving and any other flatware like a pro.…

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How to Pack Knives for Moving or Shipping

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The kitchen is one of the most frustrating and difficult rooms in the house to pack for moving. You must pack many items carefully so you don’t break them, especially all the small appliances – microwaves, blenders, toasters, coffee machines, etc… On the other hand, you have all the plates, mugs, cups and glassware.…

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How to Pack Like a Pro – Moving Packing Tips

packing tips and tricks

DIY Packing is a time-consuming option, but it will save you some expenses on your house move if you are on a tight budget. You can achieve great results in packing by yourself if you follow our tips and advice for the process. Follow our instructions closely to be sure that you packed everything perfectly. This will prevent your belongings from damage during the moving process.…

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7 Golden Rules for Successful Yard Sale Before Moving Out

yard sale

Did you find many items you don’t need anymore while packing and decluttering for your house move? If the answer is “Yes” (and we are sure it is), you can think of making a Yard or Garage sale. After removing all the stuff you don’t need, you will feel the double benefits of the Yard sale – some extra cash and fewer expenses on the house removal.…

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7 Great Tips for Your Housewarming Party

party table with wine and dishes

Moving into another home is often full of stress, frustration and a lot of work. You finished packing up, moving, unpacking and settling. You have done the hard and exhausting relocation task. Now you deserve to have one great housewarming party! Gather your friends, family and your new neighbours for a celebration.…

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