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Ensuring that your next move goes well is easier than you think. Here's how you can guarantee a smooth move every time! Use cartons that are similar in size. This allows you to utilize every inch of your container. Things from garages, attics and storage spaces, such as holiday decorations and sentimental items are often the ones that need to be repacked. Cartons that are torn, or will not close properly or cannot be sealed should be repacked into fresh boxes. Use lots of paper to keep things from moving around.

When you’re moving, you face a variety of hurdles, between packing, unpacking, the stress of rent or other payments, and even how you should move.  Should you rent a truck, or a trailer, or even rent a mobile storage container? There are several advantages to renting a truck. Many large moving truck and van rental companies have pick-up and drop-off centers in most major cities across North America. 

Across the country, people are beginning to realize the risks and drawbacks of using moving trucks. High prices, missed appointments, and dozens of other headaches are being reported more and more.

Moving is a pain. No matter who you are or where you’re moving to or from, the prospect of lugging your stuff fills anyone with dread. It’s especially annoying when you don’t have enough packing boxes and have to carry your stuff by hand or throw it loose into the back of a van or car. This can be worrying if anything is fragile.

What do you think of when the words “self-storage” come to mind? Do you think about convenience and security? Or are you reminded of all the hazards that could befall your most valuable possessions? If you’re in the second category, you’re being smart. Self-storage facilities can be the least safe places to leave your things. Read on to avoid these four self-storage nightmares.

Do you own a cottage your family doesn’t spend much time at anymore? It can be an emotional decision to sell the place where you and your loved ones have so many happy memories. However, the cost of maintaining a cottage can outweigh sentimental considerations. Selling your cottage can be as big an undertaking as the decision to purchase one. We’ve compiled a list of things to keep in mind before you sell your cottage, including the use of mobile storage.

Cottages are meant for relaxation, for you and anyone you may rent your cottage to. Taking a few extra precautions to make subletting less risky for your cottage possessions can reduce your stress and make for a better, more enjoyable experience for a subletter who doesn’t have to worry as much about damaging your property by accident.

Do you have adult children who are still using your home as their storage unit? Your adult children don’t want to move their things because they’re very happy with the status quo. They’ve got free storage. However, the situation is frustrating for you, because your home isn’t a warehouse.

Do you love the idea of having an uncluttered living space? Maybe give mobile storage a try. When you see a sleek, simple layout, do you sigh wistfully and wish that were your home? It could be. Yet, it’s difficult for people to stick with minimalism — possibly because it’s so easy to bring home more stuff! 

Should you let a subletter use your furniture? It’s an age old question. Advertising a property as furnished will certainly help you in finding a tenant to take your place for a short period of time, but you may not want to leave your furniture with a stranger. Ultimately, you’ll need to review your options and make a decision based on the information you have and your own concerns.

Most people travel for the short-term, rarely longer than two weeks. When they need to travel for an extended period of time, they are then left wondering what to do with their house and furniture. After all, it’s not feasible to carry a couch with you to another country, and you may not be comfortable with leaving your property unsupervised for extended periods of time.

So named because of the perception that the musicians got their start as teenagers playing in their parent’s garage with friends, the garage band and genre has a long and proud history. All you need is a few instruments, a few friends, and a little bit of space.