Moving
Eight Tips for Reducing Moving Stress
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…
Read MoreMake Your Next Move a GREAT MOVE
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.…
Read MoreMoving Bookcases – So Simple but such a Time Saver
Another good idea to keep things better organized during your move is to label your bookcases. This is especially important if you have multiple bookshelves that look the same. Label them in alphabetical or numerical sequence and label them for the room you want them to move to. Also label the shelves with which bookcase…
Read MoreMover Liability – What you should know
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…
Read MoreDonation Resources
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Read MorePhoto Inventory Your Possessions
Having photographs of your furniture and artwork is always a good idea for insurance purposes and if you are moving – it is a necessity. Should you have a claim on your move and something is damaged or missing, having a photo and description of the item is sometimes critical to the proper handling and…
Read MoreMove Scheduling – Do it Sooner than Later
Get your estimates and book your move at least 6 weeks out. Work with a moving company that provides physical estimates, is licensed as a Washington State Mover and is insured. If you are moving out of state – never book a mover online or over the phone. If you have a large move…
Read MoreSpring Cleaning and Downsizing – A Match Made in Heaven
If you are like most, the signs of spring with warmer temperatures, blue skies and new garden growth make us itch to get our homes spruced up and better organized. We are inspired to get out there and clean things up and make everything neat and tidy to start the new season. It is an…
Read MoreMoving Time Saver Tips – Electronics
The problem with electronics and all those components is that they all start to look the same when they are disconnected and in boxes. And all those cords – how do you keep them all organized? If you are not an Audio-Video Specialist, it can be quite the frustrating task to get them all put…
Read MoreWhat is a Senior Move Manager and Why You Want One!
NextStep Transitions manages moves for people of all ages and walks of life, but managing a move for an older adult is a highly specialized and very personalized service. This is a service that we have been providing since 2007. Those that discover us before they move say we are lifesavers and they could not…
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