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Do You Really Save Money When You Buy A Fixer-Upper?

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You’ve seen the TV shows. A nice couple looks for a house. They want everything updated and beautiful; who wouldn’t? But it never takes long before the couple’s hopes are dashed, and they have to settle for a fixer-upper, which, on the shows, saves them a boatload of money. Do they really save money, though? A survey in  Porch  says that no, homebuyers don’t save money on buying a fixer-upper, and often, they lose money. Even though the majority of fixer-upper homeowners thought they could save money, they actually spent about the same or more than their move-in ready counterparts.   On average, respondents paid just over $250,000 for move-in ready homes. Meanwhile, fixer-uppers cost slightly under $200,000, on average. After renovations, though, fixer-upper homeowners ended up spending almost $247,000 in total when they managed to stay within budget. Fixer-upper homeowners who went over budget spent over $25,000 more than move-in ready homebuyers for a total cost of $275,74
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2 Weeks Before Your Move

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14 days until your big move.  You’re getting close. You’ve employed your packing techniques. You can see the finish line. With the boxes squared away, you’ll have a lot more space to begin cleaning. It’s also time to finalize your services. Schedule utilities.  At this point, you’ll need to set a transfer or cancellation date for your utilities. Electric, water, and gas, as well as entertainment and convenience services (e.g., cable and telephone), should be on your to-do list. Confirm contracted moving services.  Call to confirm not only the date of your moving service, but the plan for the day. Ask about arrival times, as well as anything the company may need from you on the day of the move. Book short-term storage if needed . If you’re doing any work on your new home, you might need a storage facility close to your new house where you can keep your belongings while floors are being installed or other major work takes place. Strategize your transitional lifestyle and continue
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Moving To A New State Guide, Checklist & Tips

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Moving to a new state can sometimes feel as if moving to a different country altogether. The very thought of having to organize and execute an out of state move can give you the chills, right? With so many things to do before moving to a new state, it’s no surprise that most home movers can get really worried about whether they will be able to manage the preparation period on their own, and then survive the actual relocation when the time comes. As it turns out, good planning in the form of an exceptionally detailed checklist for moving to a new state will help you stay on the right track. Also, proven  cost saving techniques  when moving from one state to another will not only help you stay within the reasonable limits of your personal moving budget, but they will also enable you to be in control of your finances. The following  Guide to moving to a new state  is exactly what you need to complete your out of state relocation with a smile on your face. Read on to gain access t
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The Ultimate Checklist for Efficient and Speedy Packing

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Time-consuming? Check! Stressful? Oh yeah! Exhausting?  Yawn…  Very! Okay, so moving may not be the most thrilling experience, but there are ways to make it easier. All you have to do is take advantage of the packing checklist below that offers practical and logical tips to help you pack your home quickly and efficiently. How to Pack Efficiently Anyone can just throw their belongings into a box and slap some tape on top. But taking the time to pack efficiently will be well worth it. Not only will it make moving day more organized, but it will also make unpacking much easier. Here are some must-know tips for being an efficient packer. Create an inventory of your entire home, and decide which items you will take with you and which ones you will leave behind. The less stuff you pack, the less money you will have to pay for supplies and transportation. Also, you won’t waste time packing things that you really don’t need or want. Never underestimate the time required to pack y
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Should You Encourage Your Elderly Parents To Move To Assisted Living?

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As more people are living longer, more and more kids are needing to face a time when their elderly parents are struggling to live on their own. Due to medical conditions, financial concerns, and simple facts of aging, adult children may begin to wonder if their parents would be more comfortable, safer, and healthier by  moving to an assisted living home . Whether or not that is appropriate is going to vary from family to family and person to person. It’s important that conversations about assisted living and other important family events not happen in anger; adult children need to be calm when they discuss these sorts of changes and understand that their elderly parents may be very concerned or even afraid about leaving their homes. Consider some of these factors when thinking about whether assisted living might be appropriate for the parent in question. Would relocation fix the problem? Sometimes, elderly parents are still living in the home where they raised their families
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Bay Area Commerical Moving Company - What you should expect.

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It's a big deal moving an office. You want to complete the move as quickly and efficiently as possible with little downtime. That's why many turn to CG Moving Company moving services in the Bay Area. We deliver turnkey results with no regard to how large or small your office may be. You may be moving an entire warehouse facility or upgrading a professional office complex. Our project managers coordinate the move from your current location to the next efficiently. Expert Solution We expedite your move with highly trained, professional managers directing it all. These professionals get field measurements, inventory existing furniture, and alert you to any shortages that might exist for the new configuration.  If your current furniture is to be used, we will create a streamlined transition and reconfiguration before recommending the purchase of anything new. If you prefer to buy new, we will introduce you to our vendors or work with your own to ensure a more eff
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