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Victorian house in located in historic center of Massachusetts

Dawn M. Smith

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Oct 22, 2024

When Was My House Built? 5 Ways to Find Out

Need to know when your house was built? Here’s a guide on how to find out your home’s build date.

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woman disassembling a wooden cabinet at home

Paige Bennett • Feb 10, 2025

How to Disassemble Furniture for a Move in 6 Steps

You’ll need to break down large furniture items to fit them into a moving truck. Learn how to disassemble furniture for a move with this how-to guide.

House being moved by semi trailer down the highway

Gemma Johnstone • Feb 10, 2025

How Much Does It Cost to Move a House? [2025 Data]

Wondering how much it costs to move your house to a new spot? Check out our helpful cost guide to learn how to budget for this major home project.

woman safely packing up mug to put in boxes

Chris Middleton • Feb 7, 2025

How to Pack Mugs for Moving: A 7-Step Guide

About to move? Learn how to pack mugs and prevent them from breaking in transit with this safe and simple seven-step guide.

Elisa Greenberg • Feb 7, 2025

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Motorcycle? [2025 Data]

Shipping a motorcycle is easier said than done. Here are the different motorcycle shipping options available and how much they cost.

Nick P. Cellucci • Feb 6, 2025

How to Move by Yourself: 10 Tips for a Seamless Move

Are you wondering how to move by yourself? Use these top 10 tips for an efficient do-it-yourself move.

Elisa Greenberg • Feb 6, 2025

How Much Does It Cost to Move a 3-Bedroom House Long Distance? [2025 Data]

If you’re moving, you need to consider distance, weight, packing, and more. Our guide provides the average cost to move a 3-bedroom house long distance.

Alison Kasch • Feb 6, 2025

How Much Does Shipping Furniture Cost? [2025 Data]

It’s easy to determine your shipping furniture cost. Learn how to measure your pieces and choose a shipper that works with your budget.

Mariel Loveland • Feb 6, 2025

How to Pack Mirrors for Moving: 8 Steps to Protect Your Mirror

Mirrors are fragile and heavy—two qualities that make them difficult to move. Limit potential breakage by packing your mirror the right way.

Gemma Johnstone • Feb 6, 2025

How to Rent a Storage Container

Why rent a storage container? Use this guide to learn how to rent a storage container, the pros and cons, and the average costs of these portable repositories.