Additional Moving Tips
The most effective way to make the moving process more manageable and less stressful is to prepare as much as possible in advance
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Additional Moving Tips
Additional Moving Advice: Make A Budget Between the movers, fuel and supplies, the costs can add up. The national average for a short-distance move is $1,400 but it could cost significantly more if you’re moving out of state. According to the same data, you could pay $5,600 for 1,200 miles of travel. Both numbers assume…
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10 Simple Driving Skills Everyone Should Know
1. Maintaining control when a tire blows out There are a few steps you should take if you have a sudden and violent deflation of a tire, but essentially your goal is to keep the car pointed in a straight line while you slow it down. 2. Recovering from a slide If, mid-spin, all you see is…
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Preparing to Buy Your First House
1. Pay off all debt and build an emergency fund. Okay, when you asked for first-time home-buyer tips, you probably didn’t expect this one. But it is hands down the most important. Owning a home is much more expensive than renting, even if your monthly house payment will be less than your current rent. When…
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Buying a House for the First Time
1. Make a competitive offer (within your budget). It can be hard to know how much you should offer for your first house. That’s when you rely on your real estate agent’s expertise. Ask them to help you make a competitive offer that’s within your budget and close to the home’s value. Don’t make an…
