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Moving to Alaska: What you need to know

Alaska is a truly unique state in the U.S. It's the only one to exclusively share a land border with a foreign country. It's by far the largest in area, yet it has the third-smallest population and a ...
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Where to find free packing supplies [Video]

If you're packing for a move yourself, you're likely interested in finding free packing supplies. Follow this advice to keep your moving costs low. You can start inside your own home. Use towels, bedd...
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What to look for in a moving partner [Video]

Moving is a big deal, whether you're headed one town over or across the country. Finding a great mover to help you make the trip is one of the most important parts of the entire exercise. So, how can ...
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Helping older kids cope with a move

Moving away from a place where your family has established roots isn't easy for anyone. From parents to young children, everyone will have to say their goodbyes and adjust to living in a new space.
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City moving: Navigating the end-of-month crunch

Whether you're moving to a new city or staying within the one you know and love, you may find it especially difficult to have a successful, pain-free move during the beginning or end of the month. Thi...
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Moving to Hawaii: What you need to know

Moving to Hawaii sounds like a dream for many people. Between the beautiful landscape, warm year-round weather and laid-back attitude of the Aloha State, it's easy to see why.
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How to avoid making a mess after you move in [Video]

The last thing you want to deal with after moving into a new house is cleaning up a big mess. However, all the packing material, boxes and belongings that come with a move can easily create a very unt...
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Quick tips to keep your security deposit [Video]

If you're a renter, you know how good it can feel to get your security deposit back when you move - and what a pain it can be when you don't. Use these tips to improve your chances of getting that mon...
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5 packing tips for a successful move

There are plenty of important tasks to take on before your move: from shutting off or transferring utilities to scheduling your movers. Of all the jobs to finish before moving day, packing may be the ...
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