Topic: Moving Guides & Tips

When navigating an exciting but stressful experience like moving, aromatherapy can be a powerful tool to help create a calming, welcoming atmosphere in your new space. The scents of essential oils can help to purify the air, remove lingering odors from the previous tenants, reduce feelings of stress and anxiety and even aleve sore muscles.…

Moving can be tough for anyone. But for older adults, the physical and emotional challenges are often amplified. Recognizing these challenges and understanding the importance of safety precautions can make the transition smoother and safer. Whether you’re a caregiver, a child of an older adult or an older adult yourself, Bekins Van Lines is on…

The allure of historic homes is undeniable. These structures tell a story of the past, and their charm, character and rich history are intriguing. However, the decision to buy a home with a substantial history is more than just an aesthetic choice; it’s a journey that involves weighing the pros and cons.  The Pros of…

When you’re getting ready to move, you may discover that there are a few options for professional moving help. Two of the most common options are moving companies and moving brokers. Although they might look alike at a glance, their roles differ in ways that you should be aware of before you make a decision…

Moving comes with its fair share of expenses, and extra costs are the last thing you need. That’s why we want to help ease the burden by offering a few tried-and-true suggestions for minimizing your moving costs.  The bottom line is simple: the more stuff you move, the more it’ll cost. On long distance moves,…

Moving is a big process, especially when you’re moving from city to city. A major move takes more preparation than if you’re just heading to the next street over. Your belongings are traveling further, you may be relocating somewhere unfamiliar to you, and your moving checklist is longer. We help people move thousands of times…

Moving is a significant life event. It’s not just the physical act of moving possessions from one place to another. There’s an emotional journey of detaching from a familiar environment and embracing a new home.  The influence of these changes on our mental well-being is substantial, often taking a toll on our emotional health. Let’s…

Moving companies aren’t all that different, are they? After all, it’s simply a matter of hiring able bodies and a truck to move your items from one place to another – right? Unfortunately, choosing a moving company isn’t quite this simple. Most people only hire movers a few times during their lifetime and aren’t aware…

As a wine connoisseur, you can appreciate a rich glass of Merlot or a buttery Chardonnay. Over the years, you’ve visited some of the best wineries and purchased quality vino from around the world. As a result, you’ve assembled an impressive collection of Pinot Noir, Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and beyond. Unfortunately, the collection goes from…

AMS Relocation, Inc., an interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines in the Bay area, recently had the opportunity to star on the TV show Designing Spaces Local Edition: San Francisco to talk about how they strive to make the moving process easier for their customers. “They were interviewing about 30 different moving companies in the…