Tips on Moving

One of the most time-consuming aspects of moving is packing. Without a plan, it’s easy to underestimate how long packing will take, leaving you to feel rushed and stressed. Whether you’re relocating across town or the country, giving yourself enough time and using a systematic approach is essential to ensuring a smooth move. In this…

When companies need to relocate employees to new cities or states, a popular approach is the lump sum relocation package. In this model, employers provide a set amount to cover the moving costs and give employees flexibility and control over the logistics of their move. This not only supports employees during a potentially stressful transition…

Bekins has partnered with Yembo, the leader in AI-driven solutions for the relocation industry, to elevate customer satisfaction through AI moving surveys and estimates technology. Customer Benefits “With Yembo’s technology, we’re providing our customers another tool for a smoother, more efficient moving experience,” said Mark Kirschner, CEO of Bekins Van Lines. “Customer satisfaction is at…

Amid a devastating hurricane season, several Bekins agents have stepped up to the plate to support relief efforts and help those in need. We are proud to have agents in our network who take care of their community and beyond.   Ridgewood Moving Services Delivers Supplies to North Carolina   Ridgewood Moving Services, an interstate agent…

Moving is a big life change at any stage, but for older movers, empty nesters and retirees downsizing to a smaller space, it can feel particularly emotional. The home you’ve lived in for years, sometimes decades, holds so many memories. It’s where you raised your family, celebrated holidays and spent countless meaningful moments. Saying goodbye…

Congratulations to Bekins agent SeaCure Moving, Inc., on being named the New Jersey Warehousemen & Movers Association (NJWMA) Mover of the Year for 2024! This award is highly respected, earned by the organization that sets the standard for excellence within the moving industry. The McQuaid family through its three New Jersey locations represents one of…

Bekins is thrilled to announce April Milner, a seven-year employee of the van line with a long history in moving and storage, as its new Vice President of Sales, Marketing & Move Management April brings a stellar resume to the role and shares much in common with moving company owners and employees in the network.…

There’s nothing more humbling than sitting in the middle of your living room the night before a move, surrounded by boxes, trash, the ever-growing pile of donations and every single one of your possessions. Believe it or not, moving doesn’t have to be a disorganized rush to the finish line—unless you like it that way. …

As we get older, it’s common to want to downsize. You might move into a retirement community where household chores and other time-consuming tasks are taken care of for you, or you might simply be moving into a condo or townhome that better suits your needs. Whatever the reason, the downsizing process means getting rid…

Bekins is excited to announce Jim Gaw as its new president. With a career spanning more than two decades in the industry, Gaw’s proven track record of driving growth lends itself to a positive outlook for the van line.  Coming to Bekins from his position of COO at APS Logistics, Inc., Gaw is a 12-year…