The period in between moving to your new home and moving out of your current one can come with a difficult planning period for a lot of different reasons, but especially when it comes to using pantry items before you move, or when trying to plan out your grocery shopping trips so you don’t waste…

When you first decide to buy your first home, it’s easy to get carried away with excitement and end up rushing into things or jumping the gun on a house that might not be completely right for you. Hopefully, if you’re house hunting for the first time, you’ve already done some research and put some…

Moving out of state can be difficult emotionally, physically, financially and everything in between. Moving hundreds or even thousands of miles away from family, friends and familiarity is never going to be a totally stress-free process. However, being prepared for your interstate move does make the experience much easier. Bekins Van Lines is here to…

When moving into an apartment building, there’s a good chance you’re relying on the elevator to get you and your belongings to your new space. Imagine your dismay if you realize you’re moving into an apartment on one of the top floors… and there is no elevator. Dun, dun, dun! To help your move go…

Buying your first house is a great feeling. Making sure you can afford your monthly mortgage payment makes it even better. Before you’re ready to move into that first dream home, understand all the costs that go into a monthly housing payment so there are no surprises after the ink dries. At Bekins, we’re in…

Moving is a busy time, but you can still spice things up with a little romance on Valentine’s Day. Show your partner/moving buddy how much you care with a special meal, a thoughtful gift or an at-home date night in your new house. There may be plenty to do after moving, but there’s also plenty…

 You’re moving—how exciting! There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to relocating from one home to another. Sometimes, it can feel like a lot to do all on your own. That’s why it can be beneficial to hire a moving company. A professional moving company like Bekins Van Lines can make your…

Moving as the temperatures plummet? Lucky you! There are plenty of advantages to moving in the fall. Relocating during cooler temperatures means you get to skip the hustle and bustle of summer moving, the weather conditions are often preferable for lifting and moving your belongings and much more. However, you still need to prepare to…

Packing up and storing the items in your garage is a big job, especially when it comes times to relocate your lawn equipment, including your riding lawn mower, push mower, and weed eater. Preparing these items to be moved to the storage facility is the first step, and preparing the storage area to prevent damage…

Many people become stressed, engage in hard manual labor, and eat a lot of takeout while moving. This can be very hard on your body. Staying healthy during a move takes a lot of effort. These tips can help you stay healthy and avoid injury during your upcoming relocation. 1. Start Early One of the…