Topic: Household Moves

While relocating your household goods requires a great deal of physical labor…we regret to inform you that relocating once every five years or so will not keep you in shape and healthy. We apologize if this is earth-shattering news. But as most of us know, living a healthy lifestyle takes intention and dedication. Obviously, our…

We all know the saying: April showers bring May flowers. But at Bekins, we think April showers should bring May moves because spring is one of the best times to relocate. Summer is peak moving season. When you move in May (especially early in the month), there’s a better chance you’ll find a quality moving…

If you can believe it, spring is around the corner.  Along with spring comes cleaning and organizing. It’s time to go through the old and make room for the new. Whether you realize it or not, household goods tend to build up throughout the year. Consider these tips as you move into the warmer months.…

Moving in Middle School Sure, moving is hard and stressful. But have you ever stopped for a second to think about what moving is like for your kids? I took a moment last weekend to catch up with some family friends who recently moved from Akron, Ohio to Indianapolis, Ind. Aside from feeling they had…

A RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:  Moving during the holidays It’s no secret that moving is stressful. It’s also no secret that the holidays can be an added stress, if you let them.  So what happens when you move during the chaos of the holidays? Should you throw in the towel before you even attempt it? Bekins…

Part Three: A Recipe for Success: Hosting a holiday Party  It’s no secret that the holidays have officially moved in. Lucky for you, moving is what Bekins does best. You have started checking items off your holiday shopping list and begun your holiday baking. Now what? A great way to dive into the season is…

Part Two: A recipe for success: In the Stores The hunt for the holiday gifts that will light up those special faces is on. To most, it doesn’t matter if it means setting up camp outside a store with hand warmers until the doors open for Black Friday specials and then waiting an additional six…

It is important to know what you own, whether you’re preparing to move with Bekins Van Lines or in case of a flood, fire or burglary. A simple, but effective, home inventory is easy to prepare with only a notebook. Consider Bekins’ room-to-room home inventory checklist for a fast and easy way to track all of…

In just four short days, National Truck Driver Appreciation Week will be upon us.  Did you know that if US truck drivers continued hauling the same total weight that they did in 2011, they would move the entire weight of the moon in just over 11 years? Get ready for the holiday by brushing up…

Imagine you just finished waving at the Bekins driver as he pulls out of your driveway, leaving you to settle in your new home. You start to unpack your things and set everything up just right. This is your first home, after all, and you are determined to make it a special place to raise…