Most people consider moving to be stressful. Indeed, 45 percent of people told a recent survey that moving was the most stressful event of their lives. Moving, however, also has excellent benefits, enabling people to advance their careers or locate closer to relatives or recreational opportunities. The key to moving is finding ways to relieve stress, relax, …
Moving to Long Island is exciting–you’re just a stone’s throw away from what many people regard as the most fantastic city in the world. Here, we’ll take a look at five day trips you can take when you need to take a break from moving stress. 1. Coney Island, NY Coney Island can be the perfect …
Are you getting ready to move to Long Island? It’s essential to become a part of your community when settling into a new place, and there’s no better way to get to know others in your new home than by joining a gym. Here, we’ve made a list of the best Long Island gyms for you …
Deciding what to pack first when moving can undoubtedly be stressful. After all, you have a whole home to pack—along with the hundreds of memories attached to your possessions. However, if you are planning to pack boxes yourself instead of hiring a packing service, the good news is you can shift your move into gear by …
You can save money and time by limiting the items you need to move. Here are some things to discard or rehome when making a residential move. 1. Books Books are heavy. Sort through your collection and keep only favorites. Have a mini-book fair in your home before leaving and invite friends to take books. Or donate your …
There’s always a lot going on when moving day rolls around. But adding pets into the mix makes an already complicated situation even more complex. After all, doors are left open; people go in and out for hours on end, and heavy items are lifted and set down — it’s enough to stress out pets …
Decluttering before moving sounds like a lot of work and it certainly can be. BUT… it can actually save you time and energy on the other side of the move. Plus, you spend less by moving only belongings you’ll use in the new place. If we’ve sold you on the idea of decluttering prior to …
You’ve got an idea for a business. Perhaps the business plan is already mapped out and ready to implement. There is capital available to get things going, a team assembled, and a willingness to get started. You’re only missing one thing: finding an office space in NYC to use. Although the other steps might be …
When it’s time to move, your belongings today might not be needed tomorrow. So what can you do with the old furniture too bulky to put into a dumpster? The answer to that question depends on the condition of the item. For example, the furniture could be donated to a charitable organization if usable. However, …
Whether you’re getting ready to move or are just thinking about it, you want to be as prepared as possible in order to save yourself time and stress. Moving can be challenging, especially if you’re moving into your first home, but the right preparation will make all the difference in the world and help you …
