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The Pearl District is one of Portland’s most popular neighborhoods. In this article, you’ll learn what you need to know about the neighborhood and why living there might be such a great idea. The Pearl District: it’s one of Portland’s most vibrant neighborhoods. “The Pearl,” as it’s affectionately known, was recently voted #5 on Forbes…
Want to make moving easier by packing and unpacking like a pro? Follow these relocating tips. While moving gets a bad rep for being stressful, it’s the packing and unpacking that can feel impossible. Think about it: you pack your entire house, put it on a truck, move it, and then have to unpack it….
Your move is just around the corner, and you’ve decided to go the DIY route and handle most of it yourself. There’s just one thing: you don’t want to do all of it by yourself. After all, you own a few nice furniture pieces you don’t want to damage and some huge things you’re not…
Sometimes, it seems like moving is something that just happens. You get a new job assignment, start renting a new house, go through with buying a new house, or undergo a major life change and – bam! – your life is suddenly divided into moving and not moving. Little do most people know, though, that…
Moving day is a great opportunity to sort through your closet, kitchen, home office and other rooms to toss out before moving what you don’t use anymore. Sorting and throwing away can provide a cleansing feeling, as well as cut down on moving costs. Items to Toss Out Before Moving Moving day gives you a…
You hired one of the best moving companies in town. You have money left over from your budget. And you left the new owners with a spotless home. Congrats! You successfully bypassed all the biggest moving mistakes. Your moving day turned into a breeze. Impossible? Master Movers strives to hear that from everyone we have…
A big move should be a great experience, like eating ice cream on a hot day. The best moving companies, like Master Movers, share a lot in common. They offer high-quality customer service, transparent pricing structures and other helpful extras guaranteed to put a smile on your face. Find out what to look for to…
You dread plunging into your walk-in closet to pack. There’s no telling what you might find after years of stuffing belongings into it. However, you can move clothing, shoes and all those other items that have materialized, hassle-free. A little planning and proper packing techniques can make the whole process go faster and easier than…
When you plan your move, also make a plan to keep your belongings safe and secure while moving. We offer several recommendations to ensure protection of your valuables. From keeping an eye on your boxes to locking up your expensive jewelry, read on and learn more. Keep Your Belongings Safe and Secure You plan to…
Break the ice and meet your new neighbors when you finish moving. This will help make it less awkward when you need to borrow that cup of sugar to finish baking fudge brownies or a tool to help complete a home project. Who knows? You may even start up a long-lasting friendship. Meet Your New…
Once you move into your new home, you want to unpack your electronics, like your flat screen TV, hook them up and, presto!, have them work again. Be careful when packing electronics, so they easily survive the move by following some of the following packing tips. After all, replacing these valuables could become costly. Prepare…
Green is “in.” Learn ways you can take care of our planet with eco-friendly moving practices. A few convenient changes can reduce pollution by hiring companies with lower emissions moving trucks to eliminating piles of belongings and packing materials that could potentially fill our landfills. Read on to find out how you can do your…
Protect your priceless collection of high heels or sneakers and learn how to pack your shoes for moving. Your favorite pairs can make the trip crosstown or cross-country looking as good as the day you splurged on them. Just follow our fail-proof recommendations. Pack Your Shoes for Moving Are you a shoe person? Christina Aguilera…
Companies across the country uproot and relocate all the time for various reasons from A to Z. Preparing your team for an office move, while a major endeavor, can be done smoothly and successfully. Keep your staff happy by making them part of the relocation process and updating them regularly among other things. Employ some…
None of us like to pay taxes every year to the Internal Revenue Service. We look forward to getting some of our money back. If you moved for a new job in the past year, congratulations! The IRS allows you to deduct your moving expenses for a work-related move. Read on to learn how you…
Hard labor comes to mind when you tell people you plan on moving to a new place. Lifting heavy boxes and furniture, stacking boxes, walking up and down stairs, climbing ramps. You get a workout that Richard Simmons would cheer. You end up sweaty, sore and a little banged up. But we compiled some tips…
Choosing a house with your “must-have” neighborhood amenities takes a lot of research whether you plan to move across town or cross country. Fortunately, many ways exist to pick the right fit for you and your family before you move. From the web to speaking to future neighbors, a little detective work will gather intelligence…
Grocery shopping before your move can become complicated. Buying too much could mean wasting a lot of good food. Ideally, you should finish eating everything, leaving only food that requires no refrigeration and will not spoil. However, follow the recommendations in our latest blog to help ensure you end up with mostly bare shelves. Grocery…
You want the best possible education for your children. Most parents do. But the stress of finding good schools before you move to a new town can be challenging. However, doing your homework allows you to make smart choices for your children. Follow the steps below to help you pass this test. Finding Good Schools…
We know, we know . . . very few people like to clean. But trust us, cleaning your new home before we arrive and start filling up your rooms with boxes and heavy furniture makes the move-in so much smoother. Investing in a little elbow grease will result in a big payoff during your transition!…