Recent New Home article | Jan 25, 2012

HOUSING: California attracts more families than it loses

For the first time in 11 years, the four major moving companies that release data agree: More families are moving to California than are leaving it. For a decade, high housing prices made it hard for people to stay in the state, even if they wanted to. But falling house...

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Making a Children’s Playroom

Jul 20, 2011

Moving to a new town, a new city, a new state, or even a new country can be very difficult for a family. Parents may have an easier time, but for the kids, it’s always going to be harder. Young children have a difficult time adapting to a brand new...

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Moving in the Middle of Your Lease

Jul 14, 2011

Moving in the middle of your lease? Here are a few things to consider about breaking your lease before you move. With any contract, when you decide to breach there is always a list of terms and conditions that you have to abide by that are stated in the contract....

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Video: Expect the Unexpected on the Big Move In Day

Jun 18, 2011

Moving is a daunting task, plain and simple. Do you know what to expect? This video will answer your moving questions in an organized seven step outline that will illustrate what to expect, or not expect, on you moving day. Take it from a moving company, we’ve seen it all....

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Can Movers Reassemble Your Furniture

Jun 01, 2011

One major concern for people moving is the deconstruction and reconstruction of certain items; beds, cabinets, wall units, and tables are all things that will most likely need to be taken apart and then reassembled in your new home. Obviously, worrying about this on top of all of your other...

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Moving with Teenagers

May 17, 2011

Moving with Teenagers in tow is a challenge, but all you need is a little preparation and some patience. Getting your teenager out of bed in the morning can be an exhausting drama. So how on earth are you going to get them to leave their friends, their school and...

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Budget Decorating Tips

Mar 22, 2011

After you’ve paid the moving company, gotten things unpacked and put in place you relize that your home could use some color or pictures on the walls– somthing to make it feel more inviting– something to make it feel like home. Adding just a few small and creative decorative details can...

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How to Handle Utilities During Your Move

Jan 26, 2011

All good moves require preparation and planning of every aspect of your relocation, and when dealing with the utilities, it is important to remember that through proper utility disconnection and connection, you can help make your move more comfortable for you and your family. Research your Utility Companies’ Disconnection Rules...

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Moving in the Winter

Dec 15, 2010

Winter is different for everyone around the world, but for most, it means ice, snow, and cold. If you are moving to San Diego  you won’t have much difficalty moving during winter months. Nonetheless moving in the winter may not be the most fun activity in the world, but some people have...

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Buying Furniture Tips

Nov 25, 2010

Congratulations! You’ve moved, and if you were moved by a Oakley Relocation, a San Diego mover, you hopefully had a great experience. But now that your there, you see you need a few things. First and foremost, furniture. You need somewhere to sit, you need somewhere to sleep, and you need to have...

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Furnishing Your New Home Without Going Broke

Nov 12, 2010

You spent your life savings paying for your home and used your rainy day fund to pay the moving company.  If you chose Oakley Relocation, a San Diego mover, you’ve had more time to think about things other then just moving, like firnishing your new living space. So you’ve been trying to figure out how you...

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