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Homebuyers get away with a lot of things these days. Lowball offers. Closing cost credits. Tax credits. But just because you're in a hot buyer's market…   Read the Article

#1: Make a moving schedule.Starting 60 days before your move, use a week-by-week checklist to keep the process on track. The tasks to accomplish further from moving day might seem trivial now, but…   Read the Article

Compare written in-home estimates. Movers have to come to your home to give you a truly reliable estimate, so skip estimates over the phone or internet. Get at least three in-home estimates and…   Read the Article

Among the 366 metropolitan areas tracked by the U.S. Census Bureau, these 10 areas grew the fastest over the past decade.   See the Gallery

Most people going through the moving process would welcome a little star treatment. Instead of dealing with the stress of moving day -- from organizing to packing to looking after your kids and pets…   Read the Article

Even with the most careful movers, accidents can happen. Though you're paying hundreds or thousands of dollars to get your stuff to your new home, typical moving insurance pays about 60 cents per…   Read the Article

The most cost-effective moving method is, of course, doing it yourself. Renting a box truck can be a cost-effective alternative to hiring a moving company. A 10-foot moving truck will generally hold…   Read the Article

Even legitimate movers might not spill all the costs unless you ask. To get an accurate picture of your total, find out if the following fees will apply: Packing or disconnecting fees. Even if…   Read the Article

Most people forget to look for packing materials in the most obvious place -- the basement, garage, and closet. You'll probably need a few boxes to tote your stuff in, but pack as much as you can in…   Read the Article

It's easy to figure out why you should be wary of a scheming mover -- you'll be loading up all your worldly possessions and putting them on a truck with a few workers you barely know. At best, a…   Read the Article