Moves Happen….no matter what

This is the time of year most people just want to curl up in a blanket and read a book! No one really likes to go out in the rainy, cold weather and certainly no one likes to move during the damp and cold months of winter but moving does not always pick the most…

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Don’t Derail Your Move

Don't Derail Your Move - Next Step Transitions

Stay on Track with a Move Planner. So many details to keep track of, all those reminders and to do lists that get lost on bits and pieces of paper, not to mention the hundreds of Post-it notes that are stuck in every room of the house. Add to that, business cards, brochures and pamphlets…

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Don’t forget the Carpets

Moving Time Saver Tip, Next Step Transitions

Let’s face it, area rugs take a lot of abuse and rarely get cleaned. Spot cleaning when necessary perhaps, but usually not the entire rug. Moving is the perfect opportunity to get those area and oriental rugs cleaned.  Have them picked up before you move for cleaning and any repairs that may be needed.  Label…

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Eight Tips for Reducing Moving Stress

tips for reducing moving stress - NextStep Transitions

Moving can be stressful. Stress can reduce productivity and impair your ability to make decisions. As a move manager I know it is a process which may be  different for each family but still has similar steps; sorting through possessions, identifying what to keep, arranging for the distribution, donation or disposal of what you no…

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Make Your Next Move a GREAT MOVE

Great Move - NextStep Transitions

Moving is tough!  I’ve never met anyone that LIKES to move, including myself.  But it is a normal life event. Families grow and need more space. It is time to downsize and move to something smaller. You’ve accepted a new job in a new city and you need to move. The house is too big.…

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Mover Liability – What you should know

Mover Liability - NextStep Transitions

If you break it – you fix it. Not true when it comes to local moving. No one wants to see something broken while moving, not the person moving or the mover, but sometimes accidents happen.  The worst part about dealing with damages is when the client didn’t know their options and feels betrayed by…

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A Love Letter (of a different sort)

love letter, next step transitions

If you are planning a move or trying to get your personal affairs in order, having your vital documents and personal information organized and readily available is a top priority.   It also happens to be the best gift you could ever give your family in the event of an emergency. It is the ultimate…

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