The Bekins Blog
Supposedly, breaking a mirror creates seven years of bad luck. But superstitions aside, arriving at your new home with broken glass is just downright inconvenient. Bekins’ team of packing experts can ensure that all of your belongings arrive in one piece—literally. However, if you’re up for the challenge, we’ve created a step-by-step guide on how…
Hiring the best and brightest employees for your company is no easy task, especially when geography presents a roadblock. Whether you’re growing or expanding your business or retaining your top performers, employee relocation is a common tactic to ensure your business is equipped for greatness, no matter where you’re based. Bekins Van Lines has decades…
Moving is difficult enough when it’s just boxes full of kitchen utensils and bedding. When specialty items are involved, they add an entire layer of challenge for everyone involved. And when the specialty items are medical equipment, it’s time to consult the experts. At Bekins Van Lines, we know that safety, accessibility and peace of…
Battling harsh winters can take a toll on your lifestyle and physical and mental health. That’s why many retirees choose the snowbird lifestyle to prevent being cooped up until spring. If you’re considering escaping the colder northern temperatures and adopting the ways of a snowbird, here’s what you need to know. What Is a Snowbird?…
Planning to downsize? This 3-month timeline for older adults has downsizing tips, checklists and moving advice. Start your stress-free move with Bekins today!
The human body is a strange thing. One day, you’re taking the stairs two at a time, and the next, it takes minutes just to get up the steps to the front door. It happens to everyone, and modifying a home for an older adult is nothing to be ashamed of. At Bekins, we’re experienced…
For older adults looking to age in place, installing and adopting smart home technologies can enhance comfort and quality of life. With the right tech, elderly loved ones can keep their independence, and family members and caregivers can enjoy peace of mind. At Bekins Van Lines, we understand that thoughtful home modifications can make all…
Looking forward to that first home-cooked meal in your new home? Then you’ll want to learn how to pack plates for moving so they stay safe and intact for the next chapter of family meals. With over 25 years of experience as compassionate and efficient movers, we’ve learned that the kitchen can take the longest…
Who has time to organize craft paper when there are so many projects at hand? For crafters and artists, it often isn’t until you have to plan a move that you realize your craft room organization is lacking. Years of lovingly memorializing family milestones into scrapbooks, knitting scarves for grandkids and storing fabric for a…
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