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Seeing their things get packed away in boxes might be the hardest part for younger children, and they need a way to stay entertained until the last possible day. Therefore, it would be a good idea to pack their things last and save a small box or bag for special toys that need to ride in the car with you. Hunting through boxes to find one essential item can be maddening so save yourself some future stress by taking the time to add detailed labels to boxes as you pack. Kids that can write or draw can even help with this. Label the box with the room and child’s name, and write down what the box contains. Make good use of babysitters, friends and family that offer to help, and third party packing and moving resources to help make this process easier. Stress that the adults experience is picked up on by children who then worry needlessly about things they can’t control. Have a plan and a backup plan for everything.

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Depending on when you bought your home, there’s a very good chance that you have quite a bit of equity right now. Still, there’s probably a lot you can do to increase the selling value of your home and a lot of them are pretty simple. 1.  Clean up the outside  – Try to look at your house as if you have never seen it before. If that’s tough for you, ask a friend or coworker to give you an objective opinion. Curb appeal is the first thing new buyers see and you’d be surprised at the number of potential buyers that let that be the last impression. Do you need to paint or do you need new siding? Even if the siding is in good shape, make sure it’s a neutral color. Personally, I love purple houses, but I’m in a small minority. the same holds true for other more creative shades. Fill bare ground with ground cover or lawn. Add some shrubs and flowers to the front. Shutters and an accent door add a lot of personality, without being offensive, to the house. 2.  Clean the i...

1 Take down your perfect curtains , rods and rings (if you are taking these with you). 2 Pack sheets and pillows in a dresser drawer, for easy access on your first night in the new house. 3 Pack a special box with essentials such as toiletries, pajamas, a change of clothing, food and serving utensils, and anything else you might need on the first night. Be sure important documents, including real estate documents and moving company documents, are readily accessible and safe. Moving day 1 Compare the movers’ inventory with yours to ensure nothing has been left out. Plan to be there while the movers are loading, to make sure they take everything and that there are no problems. Ensure the movers have your cell phone number, or a number where you may be reached if there are any problems. 2 Once the old house is empty, do any final cleaning and sweeping up. Walk through all rooms, ensuring that nothing has been left behind, and that windows are locked and lights turned off. (Check ...

Dude, your computer’s been hacked! Your social security number’s all over the net. So is all your banking and credit card information. Some slob holed up in his parent’s basement munching Cheeze-Its is already downloading porn with it. Oh yeah, and those steamy e-mails between you and that hottie in accounting? They’re sitting in your boss’ inbox– and your wife’s. OK…so none of that happened. At least, I  hope  not. Otherwise you’re friggin’ screwed. But you know what? It could… Welcome to 2015, buddy. It’s not just about leaked celebrity selfies anymore. Social Security numbers, private emails, business secrets and banking details are all on the line. And no company wants to be the next to have its reputation dragged through the mud by some ragtag hacker out for a quick payday. That’s why you’re looking at 20% gains over the next few months if you jump aboard the cybersecurity bus now. I’ll show you how in a minute… Sony’s recent hacking incident with...

Call Fantastic Moves if you have not finished packing. We can help you out. On the day before move day Fantastic Moves will call to confirm the move. Try to have all plumbing and electrical connections disconnected before our arrival – to prevent any plumbing problems on move day. Unhook electronics. Identify and put all cords and remote controls in the same box and LABEL the box. Clean out refrigerator; check dishwasher, washer and dryer for stray items. Pack your box(es) of essentials that you will need the first night in your new home. Take family pets to their caretakers. On Move Day Pack your bedding, linens and other last minute items. Disassemble the beds. Our movers will be happy to assist you if you need help. For the safety of your pets and movers – please secure them in a separate room. Empty the refrigerator and the freezer. Put wallets, purses, etc. away for the day. Plan to be present for both loading and unloading of the truck. If you...

Thanks to a lot of recent press about moving companies – a lot of it negative, customers are becoming more savvy. Most customers are doing their due diligence and getting at least three in-home estimates before choosing a company. Unfortunately, that’s where things might get confusing. There are several basic types of estimates that moving companies will provide, both for local and long distance moves. As we talk about each, you might find that one has a clear advantage for the customer and in most cases you might be right, but there are exceptions. If you are moving locally (within the same state and within approximately 200 miles): 1. By the hour – Moving companies all charge by the hour. You’ll find that rates probably don’t vary that much from company to company, but there are additional charges such as packing materials. If you not sure what you’re moving or how much you will be able to pack before moving day(yes, that does happen), an hourly move will probably be ...