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The Pros and Cons of Moving in the Summer

Summer is here! That means warmer weather, longer days, and – if you’re moving – lots of planning, packing, and preparation. Each year, thousands of people nationwide decide to move during the summer. Don’t let its popularity fool you, though. As in most things, there are positives and negatives to moving during this time of…

Packing Tips When Downsizing To A Smaller Home

Moving can be a stressful experience for even the most organized people – and that’s if you’re moving all of your belongings directly from one place to another. Downsizing is a great option for people who no longer need as much living space, but it may feel a bit daunting to start the packing process….

7 Tips to Bring Good Luck into Your New Home

You’ve just moved into your new home. You love the space and want to do everything you can to create good luck in your new home and create a happy, cozy environment. Don’t worry – you’re not alone. Today, we’re going to run through seven fast things you can do to make your new home…

Tips for the First Time Mover

Preparing for your first big move can be stressful, whether it be moving out on your own to an apartment after graduation, buying your first home, or relocating to a new state. Moving is a big life change that involves nailing down a lot of logistics. However, you can make the process less intimidating with…

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Best Long Distance Moving Companies in Portland

You’re facing a big move and looking for the best long-distance moving company in Portland. Fortunately, you don’t have to do it alone! Here at Master Movers, we’ve recently partnered with Wheaton World Wide Moving to provide even more moving services for customers like you. This blog will discuss our expansive offerings, what makes us…

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Industrial Moving: What You Need to Know

Industrial moving: if you’re facing it, you may be wondering what you need to do to get the job done. How do you handle moving all your heavy machinery? What about crating and packing? Do you need to rent heavy equipment to move your heavy equipment? What’s the best way to move your inventory? Should…

Moving Advice for Seniors

Moving is a significant process for anyone, but it can be especially tough for seniors. In addition to the fact that seniors are often moving out of family homes (which requires them to downsize), many seniors require assistance with packing and moving. Some seniors find the process of finding that assistance challenging. Fortunately, there is…

How to Help Your Pets Adjust to a New Home

We love our pets. They provide us with companionship, amusement, and love day in and day out. When it comes to moving, though, the pets we love may need some extra care. Keeping your fur babies safe is paramount – whether you’re facing a local move or a long-distance move. In this blog, we’re offering…

7 Things Movers Want you to Know About Moving

Moving in today’s world is not what it used to be. The COVID-19 pandemic, a hot and then cool real estate market, and peak moving season have made the process even more chaotic and complicated than it used to be. Fortunately, moving in today’s world is still far from impossible. In this blog, we’re sharing…

Moving After Graduation

Congratulations, Graduate! You are officially entering the real world. Are you ready for this next chapter? Are you bursting with excitement? Or overwhelmed by the common “What’s next?” question? That question has likely been the bane of your existence at every family function for the past few years, and now everyone is looking for a…

How To Reduce The Stress of Your Next Move

Let’s face it: moving is tough. It can be stressful, anxiety-producing, and challenging to balance in a busy life. Fortunately, it doesn’t have to be that way. If you’re wondering how to reduce the stress of your upcoming move, we are here to tell you that planning is everything. Even a little bit of planning…

The Most Important Changes in Moving After COVID

There’s no doubt about it: the COVID-19 pandemic changed life for all of us. From remote work to masking, the pandemic introduced new realities almost daily. One of the most interesting effects of the pandemic, however, has been in moving trends. Like many things, moving after COVID will never be the same. In this blog,…

Moving Your Parents Belongings After They’ve Passed Away

As the population ages, many adult children of older parents are facing the task of handling their parents’ belongings after they’ve passed away. This is a difficult experience, both physically and emotionally. Often, children are left to sort through decades’ worth of things, many of which carry a lot of memories, meaning, and emotional weight….

Why Are People Moving To Florida and Remodeling?

In the past decade, hundreds of thousands of people moved to Florida. According to one article from the Daily Mail, about 1,000 people move to Florida every day. A majority of these new Floridians are coming from more expensive states such as New York and New Jersey. They also have been opting for remodeling their…

How to Make New Friends After you Move

If you’re moving to a new city, you know that many things are about to change. You’ll get used to new scenery, settle into a new house, and make new friends. That last one, however, can be easier said than done. In many cases, building new connections after you move can be a trying process….

What’s the Most a Moving Box Should Weigh?

The moving box: it’s an essential part of the packing process. But how many moving boxes do you need? And, more importantly, how heavy can you pack each of them before you make your move harder than it needs to be? Those are the questions we’re exploring in this blog. Let’s dive in. The Moving…

When is the Right Time to Move?

When it comes to moving, there are all sorts of reasons people do it. That’s especially true right now, as the country’s political, social, and public health climate continues to shift. While there’s no “one-size-fits-all” rule for relocation, there are a few indications that it’s the right time to move for your family. Here’s what…

How Much Does it Cost to Move in Portland?

If you’re moving out of Portland, OR, one of the biggest questions you probably have is about the cost to move. You’re not alone in this. In fact, budget is one of the primary questions we get from our customers, and for a good reason. According to Zillow, 57% of home buyers who sell their…

5 Tips For Your Long-Distance Move During A Pandemic

Planning a long-distance move can be complicated, and layering in a global crisis may add additional hurdles during the process. However, for many, moving can’t be postponed. Whether you’re relocating for financial reasons or you’ve accepted a job opportunity that is states away, you can take comfort in knowing that it’s still possible to move…

Does Civil Unrest in My Community Mean I Should Move?

These are strange, uncertain times. In addition to weathering a global pandemic and stay-at-home orders, the country has seen widespread civil unrest, protests, and anger over human rights violations and racial injustice. Residents in Portland know precisely what the landscape of that civil unrest looks like. There’s no doubt about it – living through these…

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