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PCS Move Checklist for Your Next PCS Move

People in the Military or Navy tend to move around a lot. This is part of the job and regardless if it is your first PCS move (Permanent Change of Station move) or your million one organizing it as well as staying on top of things can be a challenge. Well, you can use this checklist to keep your Military PCS move or Navy PCS move to run as smoothly as possible. But, just to confirm…

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Is It Worth Moving to Zurich?

Switzerland’s Zurich is a charming city with a thriving cultural scene. Allow Alpine views, Swiss chocolates, an efficient transport system, and exploring a historic town to become part of your norm. Just make the move to Zurich and it will be. Here is how moving to Zurich from the US can be smoothly done. And, you most probably already know that you want to make the move since you are reading this article, so let’s advise you how. But, always remember to speak to a professional when it comes to legal matters such as customs, paperwork, etc. If you are moving to Zurich with your family, then you will want to make sure that their paperwork is in order too.

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Moving with a Baby? Make it a Smooth Moving Experience

Babies are simple yet complex creatures where they feel things that they cannot put into words. Or they put into words that only they fully understand. This is why moving with a baby from house to house, country to country can be a real challenge. However, it does not have to be if you prepare in advance. You just have to plan well, prepare with them in mind (obviously), and follow this guide for moving house with a baby. But also speak to a professional, this article is merely a little guideline.

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Moving to Shanghai from the US - What You Need to Know About

The call of Shanghai may be in your ear and there is a good reason for you to feel like moving to Shanghai. Shanghai offers a lot of opportunities for jobs, lifestyle and certainly a change of culture. The city is a mixture of modern attractions and old culture fitting together like a 3D puzzle. China’s global financial hub and one of its largest cities can give you a lot to do. Not only in your working life but your expat one as well. There are a lot of expats and foreigners making Shanghai their new home.

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Top 10 Best Cities to Start a Career in 2023

When deciding which are the best cities to start a career in the US for you to move to, there are a lot of factors to consider. Not just the job market, job opportunities, or anything with ‘job’ in the phrase. But also lifestyle such as a social life, cost of living, how to grow your career in that city, the competition, etc. Here are our top 10 best cities to start a career in 2023 list.

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National Moving Month May - Moving Trends of 2023

May is known as national moving month. This is because a lot of people, mostly families, take advantage of the summer weather, and time off school to relocate to their future forever home. Furthermore, with the increase of remote workers, people are looking into cities, countries, and places that would be better suited to their work environment and income since traveling to and fro the office is not necessary for them according to Moving Trends of 2023. Therefore, they can live anywhere as long as there is a stable internet connection. Also one of the moving trends in 2023 is that there may be more affordable housing as well as a growing job market to attract people to certain cities and towns.

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What You Can Store in Storage Units

Storage units can be a worthwhile investment when you do not have a lot of space in your home. Likewise, even if you do, you may just not want to be overwhelmed with everything all at once. Therefore, you may want to think about renting out a storage unit. As the name suggests, you store items in the unit. However, not everything is allowed to be stored. It is best to speak to the storage facility before you start using the units, to learn what is allowed, and what is not. Here is a guide for you, but it is always best to ask.

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The Call of Germany - Moving to Germany from the US

“Das Land der Dichter und Denker”, as in “The country of poets and thinkers,” more commonly referred to as Germany. With a nickname like that, it is easy to see that Germany can be an inviting place for not only poets, and thinkers, but everyone in between. And moving to Germany does not have to be a daunting task. Certainly, when you plan and get the moving process going. With that, here are some of the ways that will make moving to Germany from the US easier.

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What Are the Most Moved-to States?

Millions of people have been and are planning to relocate from one state to another. Reasons could be for work opportunities, families, studies, lifestyle, cheaper tax or cost of living, etc. Some states are more popular to move to than others while other states can suit a certain demographic more. Therefore, check out the most popular states to move to before you get your bags packed.

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Top 6 Best Moving Apps in 2023

With ChatGPT making headlines (even though it is not an app) it is amazing to see the growth of technology with the aim of helping out humans. Certainly when it comes to a fairly overwhelming and most times daunting task: Moving. Moving apps are here to aid in your moving processes. Such as actual moving apps, project management apps and even housing apps etc. Let’s hop on in to check out the best moving apps in 2023, in no particular order. And, some of these moving apps have more of the human touch (from the apps side) involved.

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Best Ways To Move Locally

Are you at the place in your life where you want a change? Well, have you considered making a local move? You still live in your state but in a new environment aka a new home. It will be worth the move and this can be your guide on some of the best ways to move locally. First…

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Moving and Dating After 50

There is nothing wrong with living alone after moving for retirement. You can come and go as you please, watch what you want on TV, and make all decisions yourself. You can also enjoy a rich social life with close friends and family, travel, or have hobbies. Still, there may be times when you feel that something is missing. And it’s not just your fancy. Research shows that the thrill of romance benefits your health and well-being.

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Moving to The Netherlands from The US

Moving across the ocean to the sights, sounds, tastes, and cultures of Europe is a very inviting idea especially if you have a job waiting for you there. It is still an inviting offer without the latter, but the latter surely does make it easier. Outside of work, why else would you want to make the move to Europe, in particular move to the Netherlands? What does the Netherlands have that you cannot get in the USA? Is moving to the Netherlands easy? Well, find out the answers and see why it would be worth your time to move to the Netherlands.

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City Living-Top 10 Best Cities for Women to Live in the US in 2023

When it comes to city living there are a few factors to consider before making the jump. Almost, more so for women. We have to think about the cost of living, safety, job opportunities, social life, and more. Is the vibe right for you? Is the city the right size for you? Would you be fulfilled and happy? Well, here are the top 10 best cities for women to live in the US in 2023 (in no particular order since this is only a suggestion), to start your research.

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Get Paid by Moving in 2023- Places That Pay You to Move There

The world is a strange yet very inviting place. Who would have thought that ten, or twenty years ago, there would be cities, states, towns, and countries that are willing to pay you to move into them and live there? Even nowadays there are places that will pay you to move there in 2023. This is not a new trend but it is one that is ever-changing.

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How to Throw a Housewarming Party

A housewarming party can be a great way to hang out with family and friends while introducing them to your new home. You can also invite the neighbors if you are feeling up for it. Throwing a housewarming party is easy, throwing a great one will take a bit of work, and throwing an awesome housewarming party is a touch less work than a normal one. Certainly so, with these tips below. Let’s get this party started. Well… let's plan it.

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The Best States for Jobs: Change Your Scenery and Find a New Job

What are the best states for jobs in the US? This is a question that is often thought about, and sometimes it is even asked. So what is the answer? And, will the states or cities suit your needs as a job hunter? Or your family? Well, we may not be able to give an exact answer to the latter question, but we can give you ideas for the former.

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9 Best Places to Live for Singles

Finding love is often the end goal for many single people, even those who love the single life. Falling in love can be easily done in certain cities or states compared to other places. With this in mind, we have compiled a short list (only 9… for now) of the best places to live for singles on the hunt for “the one”. So cut your hair, clean up a bit, and get moving to your city of love.

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Moving for Love- Our Top Tips

As you know a highlight of any loving relationship is seeing and spending time with your partner. However, this is not as easy if you are in a long-distance relationship. But, what if the two (or more) of you decide to make the move for love to solidify your romantic relationship? Couples moving for love is fairly common, and the idea may become more appealing as Valentine’s Day rears around the corner. However, there are some tips when it comes to moving for love so that it lasts after relocating.

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Stressed About Moving? Use These Coping Tips

Are you looking for a way to convert the stress of moving into a stress-free moving experience? Then you have browsed to the right page. Here we will dive into why moving is so stressful, how to see the signs, and most importantly how to cope with moving stress.

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6 Moving Industry Trends of 2023

The past two years have been vastly unpredictable when it comes to moving industry trends. For most of 2020, the moving industry, like many other industries, suffered as the world seemingly stopped. Companies were quick to react with work from home models that gave employees the unique opportunity to live far away from the office, in a different state. 2021 witnessed the rise of a great exodus of people moving to lower tax states and those with a lower cost of living, and we saw pretty much similar patterns in 2022. There was a slow down in state-to-state moves, and people opted for less dense areas as opposed to urban metros.

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Tips for Moving Out of State for the First Time

Are you planning on moving from one state to another? Is it your first time? Well, you have gathered at the right place. Here we will discuss tricks and tips for moving out of state. As well as give you a moving out-of-state checklist. Your first time will not be that intimidating after you read this article, so let’s get to it.

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Utility Connections- The Hidden Moving Stressor

While you can hook up your new utility services by yourself, you can also use the services of Shyft Connect. This is a concierge service where experienced people connect utility for you. Furthermore, the service itself is free. You only pay for the utilities that you choose to get set up and use, logically. Therefore, you can enjoy your new home with all the utilities connected and running. All without the stress of having to set it up yourself.

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Best Cities to Move to Start a New Life 

Best cities to move to start a new life might be what you’re thinking of with 2023 drawing near. Grabbing 2023 by the horns, and pushing forward with glee. Even if you do not say it aloud it could only be thoughts. But, still, you may really want to start over, and the best way to do so is to think about moving to a new place, city or country. Well, here are the cheapest places to live in the USA, or aboard, in 2023, and one of the best ways to get there (from start to end).

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Military Moves - What You Need to Know

Military moves occur around every three years with the goal of moving military families closer to service members' new stations. Also known as a PCS (permanent change of station) moves. The move can be from state to state or even to a brand-new country. But, if it is your first move you may find it a touch daunting. Even if you have experience, it is still daunting. However, we have compressed what you need to know about military moves in this article to give you either a helping hand or a friendly reminder.

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