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Moving with kids

I have been trying to pack up my house to get the house ready to move, but the kids seem to be just as busy unpacking the boxes with their possessions in them as soon as I get them packed. It's definitely a lot more work to move home with the kids compared to how easily we could move when we were just a couple! I have had to be pretty creative in turning moving into a fun game to get the kids on board. This blog has tips on how to survive packing and moving house with your kids.

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2 Major Considerations When Renting a Self-Storage Facility

Posted on October 29, 2015

The longer you live in your residence, the more items you accumulate over the years. However, homeowners will not realize this until they have to move house, especially if the new home is smaller. At this juncture, you have a few options to consider: give less used items away, hold a garage sale and make some money off your items, or opt for a self-storage facility. Generally, homeowners may opt for self-storage if they are in a transition period and would like to reclaim their belongings once they have access to a bigger space. [Read More]

Uni Students: Five Tips for Storing Your Stuff During the Summer Holidays

Posted on July 29, 2015

If you are going home from uni for the summer, you have to make a plan to deal with your stuff. You can give it away, donate it or throw it away, but then, you will have to waste money in the fall buying new stuff. You can also haul it all back to your parents, but that can be cumbersome, especially if you don't have a something that can haul items: [Read More]

How to Prevent Humidity Damage When Storing Furniture

Posted on July 28, 2015

Mould, mildew and moisture – they can all wreak havoc on our favourite furniture items. Especially when storing furniture in humid climates for extended periods it's important to account for the environmental conditions and plan accordingly. There's nothing worse than thinking your prized furniture is stored safely out of harm's way only to find that the insidious humidity has silently been taking its toll. From timber that's become swollen and expanded, to white mould and brown streaks on leather and fabrics, humidity damage at best will affect the appearance of furniture but at its worst can destroy furniture items and fabrics completely. [Read More]

Tips to Make Your Moving Easier

Posted on July 23, 2015

When purchasing your new home, you are undoubtedly bursting with excitement, but remember that you might need some good moving tips in order to make the whole moving process easier. While it may be a lot of work to move to a new house, having a house of your own is one of the simpler pleasures in life. Here are some more amazing tips to help you out when it comes to moving houses: [Read More]