You’re not alone. It seems that almost 82 percent of Bay Area renters are looking to call up long distance moving companies and relocate to other cities before they finally settle down. (more…)
Real estate costs continue to escalate out of control in and around San Francisco – a consequence, perhaps, of the incredible success of our local economy. The tech and internet businesses that have taken root here over the past two decades have brought jobs and wealth to Northern California. But this has been a double-edged sword. As a result of our rapid growth and sky-high prices for homes and property, many businesses and residents have had enough. They’re calling a local Bay Area moving company and heading out to other cities, including Austin, Portland and Seattle.
With the right knowledge, buying your first home doesn’t have to be overwhelming or stressful. Here are four timely pieces of sage advice to help your first home purchase go as smoothly as possible. (more…)
Perhaps you’re researching residential moving companies in the Bay Area to game out an autumn move to Los Angeles because your wife just sold her first screenplay. Or maybe you’re exploring options for relocating your company to the Bay Area to attract a more diverse pool of talent. When should you schedule your move? This question is surprisingly tricky. (more…)
Buying a new home can be both frightening and exhilarating, even if you have a solid income stream and enough flexibility and slack in your budget to afford the property. Since the decision to purchase a home will affect your life (and your business and your family) in so many ways, do not make it lightly or impulsively. Before you sign your loan paperwork and call a packing and moving company, ask yourself the following questions to determine whether the time is right. (more…)
Large homes do not always provide the lifestyle homeowners expect. Big homes create big responsibilities. Yard and home maintenance, cleaning, and higher bills can make the investment less rewarding. In fact, moving and packing into a cozy, smaller and more manageable home allows many homeowners to increase their overall satisfaction with life. Consider the benefits of going smaller.
Unless you’re a Bay Area tech billionaire, you probably need to consider and plan for the costs of your upcoming long distance move. Getting mover quotes can be confusing because you may wind up feeling like you’re comparing apples to oranges. To that end, here are some ideas about how to handle the getting quotes and evaluation process.
