With millions of people now working from home, the “home office” setups vary just as much as the jobs of the people using them. Some already had a desk set up at home, so the transition is less about the spatial...
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Buying a House During Coronavirus? It’s possible
This spring, it seemed like just about everything was canceled. Vacations, concerts, and even schools were postponed indefinitely, and people across the globe were asked to just stay home. But for some, “home” is an...
5 Tips for Reducing Moving Stress
Moving from one home to another can be a stressful experience. Doing so in the current climate in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic only adds to this stress. Some people handle moving better than others. We’re all...
Does Your Building Require a COI? A Step-by-Step Guide
In the moving industry by definition, a certificate of insurance (COI) is a document that shows proof of insurance to make sure the building is covered in the event of any damage during the move. If you’ve chosen a...
10 Long Distance Moving Tips (Plus a Bonus)
Whether for a job change or change of pace, moving long-distance is much simpler in theory than in practice. In theory, choosing a moving company, planning the move, shipping and receiving your items is straightforward. In...
Tips for moving during COVID-19
In lieu of President Trump’s announcement about the continued lockdown of businesses through the end of April, we’ve decided to post an article (beyond our initial announcement) on staying safe during your move...
Unpakt COVID-19 Update
Unpakt is still fully operational, however, due to the nature of the service we provide we want to update all current and future users about what precautions are being taken during the COVID-19 outbreak. Ultimately we are a...
The Growth of Long Island City
You may have read our article on the Birth of Long Island City. Granted, it was posted 8 years ago, and as a life-time Astoria/Long Island City resident myself I felt this article was long due for an update. In the past 8 years...
Complete Guide to Unpacking Post-Move
The unpacking process after a move may seem daunting, especially after a full day of moving. Ultimately, the process of emptying those boxes and moving furniture around means you’re turning your new apartment or house into...
The Importance of Creating a Home Inventory List: How-to
Taking Inventory of your Home in 3 Easy Steps Have a pen and paper handy, open a document or download one of many available apps on your phone and get ready to do a quick walkthrough of your home through the eyes of a moving...