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Do you know the difference between moving insurance and valuation? Both insurance and valuation coverage offer reimbursement should your property get lost or damaged during a move. There are important differences between these two coverage choices, however. Coverage Is Outlined in Your Moving Contract A moving company is liable for loss or damages they cause…
You’re moving to a new home! It’s exciting and a lot of work. You’ll have the opportunity to make friends and explore a new neighborhood. You’ll no doubt want to spend the first few weeks in your new place making it feel comfortable, cozy and organized. Part of feeling comfortable at home is feeling safe….
Are you considering a move from the suburbs to the city? Whether your destination is downtown Portland or another Pacific Northwest city, there are many reasons to get excited about an urban relocation. The nightlife, cultural diversity and career opportunities are a few of the reasons why people move to a city. What are the…
Tips for Moving an Older Relative into Your Home Is an older relative moving in with you? Multi-generational families are on the rise in the U.S. Households consisting of at least three generations accounted for 4 percent of families in 2010, according to the U.S. Census. That number was up from 3.7 percent in 2000….
“I remember when I was 18 and just moving from my parents’ place to Portland. I filled up my Subaru to the brim with boxes and suitcases, and could just barely fit everything in. I’m 27 now, and have acquired a lot of furniture and other stuff since. There is no way it would all…
As Portland movers, we’ve seen it all. Pomeranians pitching in by playing as home alarm systems, Border Collies helping out by shepherding an entire move. We’ve even come across a Golden Retriever red-pawed attempting to eat an ink cartridge. (Don’t worry: we got to the owner just in time, and the Golden Retriever was fine.)…
An essential element of the moving process is decluttering. Particularly when moving across states, donating food items both a more efficient and more economical option than trying to transport it all. Portland Nonprofits Accepting Food Donations A reference list of the places in Portland committed to bringing food those less privileged in our community: Move…
As people get older, they tend to become more set in their ways and more averse to change. This is natural, but it can be frustrating if you have parents who live in a home that is too big for their needs. If you’re trying to figure out ways to help you parents downsize to…
Many people think about moving to the Rose City, and with good reason. Portlanders love the proximity to both the mountains and beaches, and all the forest space for camping, fishing, and hiking in between. People also appreciate our city for it’s dedication to earth friendliness, support of local businesses as well as the arts,…
When you’re moving your business from one building to another, strategic planning can make the difference between costly confusion and downtime or hitting the ground running in your new office. If you are planning to relocate your business— whether you’re a one-man (or woman) show or leading a large workforce— the following tips will help…
It can be stressful to move everything you own; from the pens and post-its in your junk drawer to your most valued possessions. Many people worry about the worst that could happen– an irreplaceable item getting damaged. At Master Movers, we share your concern for protecting all of the personal and household items you hold…