Last updated 1 month ago
While choosing not to enlist the help of a quality moving company to assist with your move is a mistake on its own, this is often compounded by do-it-yourself mistakes. For example, many people who take moving as a do-it-yourself project wind up hurting their backs, damaging their belongings, and ineffectively using their time. Watch this informative video to learn some of the reasons why you should ditch the do-it-yourself mentality and instead opt for a moving company to assist with your move.
Men On The Move provides Long Island and New York City residents with everything from local to international moving services. Avoid do-it-yourself disasters by calling us today at (718) 343-3424.
Last updated 6 months ago
Are you considering moving from your Long Island or New York City home to another part of the country? As one of the most reliable moving companies, Men On The Move will ensure that your belongings arrive safely at your new home. If you’re planning on moving to another city, consider the following rapidly growing urban areas.
-
Austin, Texas: Since the 1990s, the housing market has boomed in Austin, Texas. Prospective homeowners jump at affordable housing prices, and this has propelled Austin to first place on Forbes’ list of America’s fastest growing cities. With a projected economic growth rate in excess of six percent through 2016, Austin is one of Texas’ many favored cities. If you want to consider other Texas cities, Plano, El Paso, Dallas, Houston, or San Antonio may be right for you.
-
New Orleans, Louisiana: New Orleans is another of the fastest growing cities in America. In fact, the rate of population growth in New Orleans is near five percent. While New Orleans still has a smaller population than it had before Hurricane Katrina, it is certainly rebounding.
-
Raleigh, North Carolina: Forbes projects an economic growth rate near four percent through the year 2016 in Raleigh, which places it sixth on the publication’s list of fastest growing cities in America. After a difficult 2009, Raleigh’s economy has grown significantly, with the addition of over 10,000 jobs since then. The city is home to 1.2 million people, and the population there is continuing to grow.
Whether you’re moving to Austin, New Orleans, Raleigh, or another fast growing city, Men On The Move can help by providing long-distance moving services. We can even help you move to an international destination. Call us today at (516) 773-6683 to speak with one of our knowledgeable representatives about our comprehensive moving services.
Last updated 7 months ago
When many people think about relocating, they imagine moving into a bigger home. While this is a suitable choice for growing families, downsizing might make more sense for you. If any of the following scenarios applies to you and your family, consider downsizing, and then call your reliable moving men to help you along the way.
-
You Have Under-Utilized Space: Are you using all of the space in your home for something useful? If not, you may be making more work for yourself. For instance, if you have two guest bedrooms but rarely have company, you’re simply wasting space that you still need to keep clean and furnished. Consider whether all of the space in your home is truly needed or whether it is under-utilized.
-
You’re Living On One Income: Perhaps the most practical reason for downsizing is if you are trying to live on one income. If you are a single parent or if your household’s income has recently been reduced, consider downsizing. Living on one income requires tightening your budget, tracking your expenses, cutting unnecessary spending, and thinking creatively. Consider tightening the amount of space you and your family live in to lower your expenses.
-
Your Kids Are Heading Off to College: As families grow, they tend to move to bigger homes so that the children can grow up with adequate space. However, when those children leave for college, there may be a lot of unused space and empty rooms left behind. If your children are now grown up and independent, consider downsizing to a home that is comfortable for you.
Downsizing is not always done out of necessity—it is often done out of opportunity. If you are taking the opportunity to downsize your home and your expenses, contact Men On The Move. Whether you are moving locally, long distance, or internationally, we will get your belongings where they need to be safely and securely. Call us at (516) 773-6683 to learn more information about our moving services for the Manhattan, Queens, Long Island, and Brooklyn areas.
Last updated 7 months ago
Moving is the start of a new beginning in your life. Use these resources to perfect the moving process and find a home that you love. Men On The Move brings you top moving and storage services that help you get settled into your life. Call (516) 773-6683 to learn more about our moving men and storage facilities.
-
In this article, BHG.com lists some of the top moving mistakes and ways to avoid them.
-
Use this moving checklist from Real Simple to stay on top of every aspect of the relocation process.
-
Stay organized for your next move with this checklist from MarthaStewart.com.
-
MSN’s Real Estate page keeps you up-to-date with the latest home trends.
-
Once you are all moved in, use these tips from HGTV to decorate your first home.
