Author: Elda Hamaker

It’s not easy to find a good mover.  Take your time and do your research; you’ll be glad you did.  You’ll save money, your belongings will arrive safely and you won’t have to stress about the process.  Here are several steps to follow to hire the right mover. Get recommendations The best place to start your search for a mover is to ask for recommendations.  It’s easy to assume that big-name companies will do the best job and even that they will offer the best price, but that’s not necessarily so.  First-hand recommendations from people you trust are your best source of information. Screen the moving companies yourself Once you have a few recommendations, go online and do backgrounds check on the companies.  Call the Better Business Bureau to find out if there have been any complaints against them.  Get an in-home estimate Never accept an estimate given over the phone. Always make an appointment for the movers to actually see what they will have to move before they give you an estimate, and always get the estimate in writing.  Be sure the mover sees everything that will have to be moved – the backyard, the basement, the attic, in all of the closets, etc. – before they generate their estimate.  If, on moving day, the mover believes that you have significantly more to move than they originally quoted...

Thinking about taking a summer vacation to another country? Then you have lots of planning to do! If you haven’t already started, you need to get things in order, so that you can enjoy your trip with minimal incident. Being prepared is key and having a well-thought out trip is essential for reducing risks and mishaps. So read on to learn the tips you should keep in mind while planning out your trip abroad.     Know What You’ll Do for Fun   Likely, when you get to your destination, you’re not going to want to sit in the hotel all day. So plan out your itinerary, so that you’ll know exactly where you can go and what you can do to enjoy yourselves. If you like to be very detailed, you can have each day planned out ahead of time. That way, you’ll know what you’re doing each and every day.   Choose a Hotel Close to Everything   Unless you’re planning to hire a taxi or rent a car, you should rent a hotel in a location that is close to many things, like shops, restaurants, events and attractions. This will make your stay easier and cheaper as well!   Buy Your Airline Tickets Online   You can use sites like cheapoair.com to find great deals on airline tickets. Other than your hotel stay, your airline tickets...