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How to Pack Electronics for Moving

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Of all the things that could get damaged when moving, electronics is high on the list and certainly can cause you the most inconvenience, especially if you rely on your laptop, for example, to work from home. And the kids will be none too impressed if their gaming console is damaged during your home move! Knowing how to protect, and how to pack electronics for shipping during your home move whether across town or out of state, is a useful home moving skill to have. So in this moving blog, we will offer you sound advice on how to pack electronics when moving home. 6 Easy Steps for Packing Electronics for Moving Back-up all your electronic files. Photograph and label all the cables and corresponding connections. Remove ink cartridges from printers, disconnect cables, and bag each components connections together. Pack devices into manufacturers’ original packing boxes if available. Assemble packing materials of three-ply cardboard boxes, anti-static bubble wrap, wrapping

The 3 things you have to take into account when moving to another country

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So, you have decided to move to another country, and a whole new life is waiting for you on the other side of the world, or for that matter just across the border. You are without a doubt excited, overwhelmed and scared all at once, and seemingly at a loss when it comes to knowing what to do and how to organize your international move. And while there are a lot of important decisions to make and difficult tasks to complete before moving to another country, packing for your international relocation should be one of your top priorities. Why the hurry? Shipping all of your household items to another country is not as easy as moving them to another state. There are 3 things you have to take into account when moving to another country. You are going to have to: Make the correct choices as to what to take to your new home as shipping your belongings overseas is both very costly and very risky. Pack your belongings with the highest care as they are going to travel a great distance and

Buying a home with your valentine

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With the average time to save a deposit as a singleton at 11 years and three months, it’s no surprise people are coupling up to get on the ladder. But what questions should you ask your sweetheart before you take the plunge? It makes sense to buy a home with a partner. Two lots of savings can reduce the time and cost of buying a property, and for many, it’s the only way they’ll ever own a home.  It's seen as a right of passage, just like marriage or choosing to have children can be. But with the average age of a first time buyer at 32, and the recent Stamp Duty exemption, is it possible couples are rushing in to buying with the wrong person? Buying a home together is a huge commitment, and changing over the name on a mortgage, or having to sell the property if you can’t afford it alone, can be costly and stressful. However, it’s the season of love, and whilst you’re feeling all dreamy with your darling, picturing what the garden will look like, or how much shorter your commute