It doesn’t matter how old you are. It doesn’t matter if you’re moving across town or across the country. Any type of move is a stressful event for everyone involved. In the next few weeks, millions of American college students will experience the rite of passage known as Freshman Move-In Day. For some students, this…
The Bekins Blog
Topic: Moving Guides & Tips
I’ll never forget the feeling of packing up my whole life into just a few boxes. As an 18 year-old who had never lived anywhere but New Castle, a small town in rural Indiana, I’d known all the same people since I was about five years old. I felt very secure in my life and…
Knowing how to hire the right moving company is always tricky. There are so many options out there and it’s hard to know whether or not the company is reputable or not. Use this free infographic to help you narrow down your search. Exploring topics such as the difference between a moving company and a…
Google produces a plethora of tools that enable a person’s life to be organized to the max. Since we’re always trying to make moves easier and less stressful, we decided to investigate and test many of Google’s tools to determine which would be most helpful during an interstate move. If you haven’t already, you’ll need…
What is a moving broker? Moving brokers are often described as the middlemen between the customer and the moving company. The theory behind the broker model is that you, the customer, will have access to multiple, competitive moving quotes through a single source, the broker. While there are moving brokers who run legitimate businesses accredited…
How do I start? Bekins Van Lines knows that the moving process can be intimidating and overwhelming, especially if this is a first-time move. It’s hard to know where to begin when it seems like there’s a whole mountain of tasks to accomplish. Take a deep breath though. If you’re working with Bekins, you’re working…
It’s almost as if our smart phones have become another extension of our bodies – wherever we go, our iPhone, Android or other communication device is sure to follow. There’s a good reason: these gadgets are handy and can help us out with almost every facet of our lives – including moving. We’ve compiled a…
Whether you are relocating because of a new job or for a change of scenery in a new part of the country, Bekins Van Lines recognizes moving is a huge decision in your life. That is why we at Bekins want to provide you as much information and insight as possible when deciding whether or…
At Bekins, we are always looking for tips and advice from experts on the impact of moving with children. We found a very informative article on this subject and are reprinting it for your education. Although moving has become a common event for American families, it is a “moving” experience in more ways than one. No…
The process of relocating your family is stressful enough without having to comprehend moving and storage vernacular. At Bekins, we recognize this and strive to make your moving experience as simple and stress-free as possible. One term you will hear from the beginning of the moving process is “interstate moving agent.” Here’s a definition of…