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What Makes a Mover Good? The Hallmarks of Quality Moving Companies

Choosing a moving company can often feel like a shot in the dark, especially for those who are new to the process. This article seeks to answer the qu...

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Moving Companies: A Glimpse into the Recent Past, Present, and Future

Written by one of Bailey’s Moving’s organizational leaders, Kevin Beckstead, this article seeks to analyze the past of full-service moving and make ed...

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Understanding Written Estimates: What is a Non-Binding Estimate?

Terms like non-binding and binding are commonplace when obtaining quotes from full-service movers. But what do these terms actually mean for the cost ...

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Selecting Moving Boxes: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the characteristics of a great moving box will empower you to make informed decisions when choosing your moving boxes, offering a balanc...

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Unveiling the Moving Industry: What is a Binding Estimate?

When you receive a written estimate from a full-service mover, the details can feel a bit confusing. Read this article to understand the specifics of ...

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Mastering DIY Moving Part 2: Conducting a DIY Move on a Budget

Now that you know how to prepare for a low-cost move, learn effective moving strategies to use while you’re actually moving. Get advice from full-serv...

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Master DIY Moving: A Preparation Guide For Moving on a Budget

Looking for tips on how to execute a low-cost move? Learn from Bailey's experts about the time and effort required to conduct a cost-effective DIY mov...

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Cheapest Way to Move Locally

Local moves, though not nearly as complex as long-distance moves, can still be costly in their own way. We’ve compiled three tips on how you can accom...

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Mastering Moving Quotes: Uncover Unexpected Costs

Discover how to steer clear of moving quote surprises! Unravel the factors that lead to unexpected moving costs and learn valuable tips to ensure a sm...

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How Much Does it Cost to Move a House?

Moving can be costly, with the actual cost of moving often not considered until right beforehand. Read this article to gain an understanding of how mu...

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Moving Company vs Portable Storage Container: Best Choice for Your Move

Need to move soon but not sure which option is best for you - a traditional moving company or portable storage like PODS or U-Pack? Let us help! We'll...

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How to Move Across the Country

Moving across the country can feel daunting without the right preparation. Learn about the cost of cross-country moving and the different ways you can...

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3 Fun Family Activities that Help Minimize Moving Stress and Anxiety

Moving with families, particularly young children, can amplify already-high stress levels. Learn three family-friendly activities you can do to minimi...

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A Guide to Intrastate Moves: Learn About Pricing, Regulations, and Full-Service Intrastate Moving

Customers often request clarification between the definitions of intrastate and interstate moves. The two sound alike but have vastly different rules ...

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How to Choose Basic, Temperature-Controlled, or Climate-Controlled Storage

Storage comes in many shapes in sizes, but there are also a variety of ways to cool, heat, and dehumidify your personal belongings. Read this blog to ...

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How to File a Claim With a Moving Company

Submitting a claim with a moving company for losses or damages can be stressful. Understand the best way to make a submission, so there are no surpris...

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Know Your Rights and Responsibilities When Moving Interstate

As a customer, it's important to understand the rules of interstate moving. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) provides a handboo...

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Understand The Cost of Moving a Self-Storage Unit When Hiring Someone Else For The Job

Most moving companies can provide an estimate for relocating a self-storage unit, but sometimes it can be difficult to understand how everything is pr...

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Top 5 Predictions For 2023 From The Perspective of a Moving Company in The Rockies

Read these top 5 predictions for 2023; a year that will be impacted by inflation and less moving nationwide. We highlight how experts think the econom...

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Moves Plummet 20% Nationwide: How Utah and Colorado were Affected

Check out how Utah and Colorado were affected by a major decrease in moving nationwide. This blog looks closer at moving trends in the Rocky Mountain ...

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How to Protect Your Move When Hiring a Full-Service Mover

Learn how to protect your move when moving any distance. This blog covers important topics like insurance, valuation, claims, and the Federal Motor Ca...

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Get a Speedy Moving Estimate With Our Quoting Tool

Moving estimates don't need to be calculated with hours of phone calls; that's why we created an online quoting tool to help you snag a speedy quote. ...

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How Do Movers Perform Intrastate, Interstate, and International Moves?

Moves that travel beyond 50 miles generally fall into the category of intrastate, interstate, or international. Check out how each move is performed a...

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Breaking Down Local Full-Service Moves: What is Full-Service Moving and What Do They Do?

Local moving companies are a great option to transport your personal belongings a few miles down the road. Read this article to understand how a full-...

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Top 5 Most Affordable Places to Live in Utah

For someone looking to move west, Utah offers a lower cost of living and a great quality of life compared to many other states. Check out these afford...

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Top 5 Most Affordable Places to Live in Colorado Compared to Denver

With so many great places to live in Colorado, living in Denver grazes the surface. We've moved plenty of people around the state, so allow us to show...

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Moving to Denver, CO? Here’s What You Should Know Before You Book Your Denver Movers

Considering a move to Denver, CO? We’ve covered the basics of Denver living: the weather, the cost of living, and the attractions. Allow Denver’s favo...

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How to Move Firearms and Ammunition with Full-Service Movers 

We receive a lot of inquiries at Bailey’s Moving & Storage as to whether we transport firearms and firearm ammunition as full-service movers. Check ou...

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How Does Bailey’s Moving & Storage Ensure the Moving Crew Doesn’t Damage Your Home in the Process of a Move?

The Bailey’s Moving & Storage crew takes key steps during the loading and unloading process to ensure no damage happens to the walls, floors, and othe...

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Rental Horror Stories Part 2: Viewing a Property and Finding Warning Signs

In part 2 of our Rental Horror Stories series, we cover key warning signs to watch for as you go to look at your potential rental house, townhouse, co...

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Rental Horror Stories Part 1: What Are They and How to Avoid Them Before Setting Foot on the Property

For the first installment of our Rental Horror Stories series, we cover what rental horror stories look like and discuss where many people have fallen...

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Real Estate Decisions: How to Determine Whether You Want to Buy a Fixer-Upper

Buying a home is exciting, and the prospect of buying a fixer-upper to make entirely unique to you and your family sounds attractive. But fixer-uppers...

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How Long-Term and Short-Term Storage Works with Bailey’s Moving & Storage

Long-term and short-term storage is useful for a few situations that arise due to moving. Luckily for most, Bailey’s Moving provides storage options i...

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What Factors Are Making Moving So Expensive Right Now?

With all the product and staffing shortages that the world is dealing with in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, many customers have noticed that it's...

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How to Make Sure You Have a Pain-Free Move

Moving, no matter where and how far, is difficult on you and your home. Whether it be wrangling pets or making sure you pack snacks for the journey, t...

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Improve Your Credit Score by Following These 5 Steps

Your credit score has a large impact on the likelihood of lenders to offer you reasonable loans. And though it can’t be transformed immediately, takin...

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10 Helpful Tips for First-Time Homebuyers to Avoid Real Estate Pitfalls

As a first-time homebuyer, you’re likely to make small mistakes which can turn into large problems down the road. Learn how these 10 first-time homebu...

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Bailey’s Holding Company Announces Acquisition of New Chief Financial Officer

Bailey's Holding Company in Englewood, Colo. has adjusted its leadership roles in finance in response to much-celebrated growth. Check out our new Chi...

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My Moving Company Is Withholding My Possessions. What Now?

As a customer, you expect to have movers deliver your household goods at your destination address with little to no fanfare. But what if that doesn't ...

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What to Expect from Inclement Weather Conditions on Move Day

Though meteorologists’ ability to predict bad weather improves year over year, they can’t anticipate bad weather months out. Here’s your guide to corr...

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Bailey’s Moving & Storage and Girl Scouts Kick Off Distribution of Cookies to Families

In February, Bailey’s Moving & Storage worked as a distribution agent for The Girl Scouts of America. Together, Bailey’s and Little Brownie Bakers dis...

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5 Questions You Can Ask to Tell if a Mover is Trying to Scam You

Moving scams are on the rise across the nation. But if you arm yourself with these five essential questions, you can quickly determine your potential ...

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Transit-Friendly Meals to Pack for Moves

Getting to your new home is always better with the help of a hearty meal. Check out these recipes for transit-friendly, easy-to-assemble meal ideas to...

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Three Key Differences Between Van Lines and Move Brokers

Many who have utilized movers or brokers for upcoming moves don’t know the main differences between the two. However, going into a move with prior kno...

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Bailey’s Moving Awarded 2021 Consumer Agent of the Year

We are humbled and so very pleased to have received this award and are excited for what it means for our team, our customers, and our continued growth...

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Understand Pricing Before You Move Interstate

Most customers who move across the country do so only a few times over the course of their lifetime. As it’s not a common process many, we believe tha...

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My Moving Company Cancelled Last Minute, What Now?

If you've booked a moving company and now they've cancelled last minute, don't panic (although I know it can be hard). This situation can be nerve-rac...

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Why Is Valuation Coverage Not Included in the Cost of My Move?

Valuation is a name for the concept of assigning a value to your household goods so that in case of damage or loss, you can receive a valued amount ba...

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Can Moving Crews Move My Furniture to Another Room?

Getting heavy furniture items from one end of a house to the other can be accomplished using a hired moving crew. But the upfront costs and time commi...

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The Cost of Moves: Is Weight or Cubic Feet a Better Option?

After loading all your household goods into a moving truck, your movers will determine the size of your shipment using weight or cubic feet. But how d...

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The Similarities and Differences Between Allied Van Lines and North American Van Lines

In 1999, North American Van Lines merged with Allied Van Lines to create Allied Worldwide. Later, both were acquired by SIRVA but remained independent...

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How Do Moving Companies Price Out Moving My Shipment?

When you receive your written estimate, you’ll notice that the estimator has appraised the approximate cost to ship your household goods. But how do t...

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The Bailey’s Moving Guide to Our Moving and Storage Truck Sizes

Bailey’s Moving and Storage utilizes a variety of equipment to accomplish moves across the globe. Whether it be beyond vast oceans or just down the st...

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The Ideal Scenario for The Virtual vs. In-Home Estimate

You’ll most likely begin the moving process by scheduling an appointment with an estimator to get a written estimate. There are a couple of options av...

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The First-Time Homebuyer's Moving Checklist

Buying your first home is going to feel complex and daunting. However, with proper planning and communication with your realtor, buying your first hom...

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Tips for Investing in a Seller's Market or a Buyer's Market

The real estate market can fluctuate wildly from month to month. Determining whether you’re in a buyer’s or seller’s market will make your real estate...

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How Bailey's Moving and Allied Van Lines Work Together

Working with an Agent of Allied your first time can be confusing. We’ve pulled back the curtain on the mystery, offering tips to make your experience ...

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Bailey's Moving and Storage's Insurance and Reimbursement Policies

One of the most misunderstood aspects of moving with full-service movers is valuation coverage and submitting a claim. Use this in-depth guide to gain...

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Bailey’s Distribution Expands Salt Lake City Warehouse at End of October

Bailey’s Distribution in Salt Lake City, UT, has moved to a warehouse with an additional 141,000 square feet. Continue reading to see pictures of the ...

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Make an Office Moving Plan: 5 Key Steps

Commerical moves can only be accomplished with proper planning and clear communication to your team. Use these 5 key steps to ensure you’re on the rig...

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Moving Timelines: How Long Does it Take Shipments to Arrive?

Though the timing of your shipment delivery is determined early on, it can be easy to forget the exact date your household goods arrive. Knowing where...

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Moving Rates: How Is My Move Priced?

As movers, it’s our goal to ensure you understand every charge listed on your final before you even look at it. Breaking down the different components...

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An In-Depth Guide to the Documents of Your Move

Though the paperwork seems daunting at first, understanding everything you’re signing is your key to a stress-free move. From written estimates to you...

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Keeping the Costs of Your International Move Manageable

International moves can easily exceed $10,000, and the costs can feel unmanageable without proper planning and organization. However, by using certain...

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Here's Everything Your Movers Won't Move

The safety of your moving crew and household items depend entirely on what household goods are packed. Familiarize yourself with everything movers won...

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The Guide to Pricing Local Moves

Understanding how local moves are priced ensures you’ve built an accurate budget for your upcoming move. From rental trucks to portable storage contai...

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Answering 8 Common Questions on Moving with Bailey’s

You've asked the right questions and we've compiled a guide with all the answers. Get your top Bailey's Moving and Storage questions answered before a...

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When Should I Get an Estimate and Book My Upcoming Move?

Scheduling your move is all about timing and availability. To avoid the "sorry we're booked" replies from your preferred movers, familiarize yourself ...

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3 Differences Between Local, Intrastate, and Interstate Moves

There's a lot of nuance between local, intrastate, and interstate moves that requires movers to follow different processes and protocols for each. Und...

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The Bailey's Moving Post-Move Checklist

In the excitement and stress of finally arriving at your new home, it can be easy to forget the little things. Your journey to a completed move isn't ...

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5 Steps for Packing Your Belongings So They Arrive Safely 

Avoid the anxiety of packing away your belongings and hoping they make it to your destination. Taking certain precautions ensures your things arrive s...

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Learn Who Should Use A Moving Company And Who Shouldn't

As a moving company, we know not everyone is the right fit. Some people prefer to move themselves, but it's a big decision. The bottom line is that mo...

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Bailey's Holding Announces the Addition of a Chief Marketing Officer to the Executive Board

Bailey's Holding Company has announced that in May 2021, it is adding the position of Chief Marketing Officer to its Executive Board.Bailey's Holding ...

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Understanding Written Estimates: Binding vs. Non-Binding

A vital component of moving is the written estimate. Read this article to understand estimates and determine which is right for your move.

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Here's What You Need to Know About Getting a Move Price Estimate

Gather all the information you’re going to need before getting an accurate move price estimate for your next local, interstate, or international move....

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Discover the Truth About Moving: Not All Moving Companies Are the Same 

Know the ins and outs of the moving companies you may consider for your next move so you can make a safe, confident decision come moving day.

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What Do I Do If It Snows on My Move Day? 

It isn’t ideal to move when it has snowed, but you have to plan for inclement weather just in case when you live in certain areas of the country. Snow...

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10 Questions to Ask Your Interstate Mover

It's not every day that you decide to move to a different state. We want to make sure you know what to look for while shopping for an interstate mover...

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Ask Your Moving Company: Who's On Your Crew?

Many times customers miss this important step.  The difference between a great moving experience and a just OK one can come down to one important deta...

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Why Do Different Movers Have Different Bids?

You have to move and you've contacted a few moving companies. They each came out and gave you a bid, and now you realize that each moving company has ...

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Moving Hacks: Here's Our Favorite Time-Saving Packing Solutions

But if you're packing yourself, using smart hacks to prepare for your move can help you to be more efficient when both packing and unpacking. We compi...

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The Virtual Moving Walkthrough: What Is It & How You Should Prepare

The most important step in making sure you don't have any moving surprises, is to schedule a visual walkthrough. However, an in-home visit from a movi...

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7 Essential Questions to Ask Your Local Mover

Let us help you to shop and evaluate who the best local mover for you will be! We compiled a list of (what we believe is) the top 7 most important que...

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The #1 Thing You Should Know Before You Move: Valuation

By now, you've likely read at least a few reviews for moving companies and you've seen a few negative reviews. Customers say things like, “Worst movin...

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Bailey's Moving & Storage Gets BYU Truck On Time to Carolina

Most of our customers know Bailey's Moving & Storage as a residential moving company. While residential moves are among our most common tasks, occasio...

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How to Find the Perfect Local Moving Company in 4 Easy Steps

Whether you're a first-time mover or a moving pro, shopping for a local moving company can be stressful. It's hard to focus on a move in the midst of ...

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5 Moving Questions People Ask About Moving Companies

If you haven’t moved recently and you decide to talk to a moving company, you’ll probably have a few questions. When I walk into the home of a custome...

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How To Avoid a Moving Scam

Moving scams can be hard to spot. Buying a move is a customized process, not a fast food menu, and scammers count on it being a service you may not be...

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Tips for Moving With Kids

Moving can be stressful to the whole family. Leaving the home they’ve known with all their belongings can be concerning to kids. By helping them under...

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Bailey's Moving & Storage Celebrates 65 Years

Read our announcement about celebrating 65 years in business. Since 1952, we've been providing moving and storage solutions for families and business ...

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Three Tips For Selling Your Home Safely During The COVID-19 Pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic has brought much of the country to a screeching halt. But, just because people are stuck at home doesn’t mean your home sale ...

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What’s the Overall Plan for Your Office Move?

Planning for an office move takes some time and coordination of your employees to be successful. It's important to set up a detailed moving plan earl...

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Comparing Your Local Mover vs. Global Van Line

Professional moving companies can be set up differently, and it’s important to know what it means when a local mover like Bailey’s Moving & Storage sa...

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How to Make Sure You Have an Amazing Move

You are Moving! We know how exciting and stressful it is to move no matter if you move yourself or have a professional moving company move you, and we...

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