Common Superstitions

November 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment

Most Common Superstitions When Moving To A New Home

Most Common Superstitions when MovingThe Pure Excitement of Moving. Moving to a new home is a very exciting moment of everybody’s life. It symbolizes the new beginning and always brings positive feelings and excitement. As a symbol of the new start in your life it is quite normal that you want everything to run as smoothly as possible. For that very reason many people put every their efforts to make sure the process will go effortlessly. That is why it is not surprising how many people turn to superstitions to make sure they will have luck, wealth and happiness in their new home.

More about the Popular Superstitions

Some superstitions are funny, others seem quite odd but people still stick to them. What are the most popular superstitions that people still use to bring them luck and prosperity?
One of the most popular ones is to have a full container of rice when you step into your new home. The same applies for salt and sugar. And the salt should be spread on the floor of every room in the place including over the front door to rebel evil. Perfectly fine, except for the fact that you will have to clean the salt then.
People still believe to the unproven fact that they should move into the new home when the moon is waxing (no one can say for sure where the roots of this superstition lay).
Also there are particular days when you should not move under any circumstances. But it is hard to say which these days are, some say Saturday is the best day, others say it is not. Some say you should definitely move in on Wednesday, others say do it on Monday (because that day symbolizes the new beginning). And these are as far as the quite normal superstitions go.
There are beliefs that you should choose to move on a date which number when written ends on its top rather than on its bottom (zero and eight for example). OK, now take the calendar and start writing.

Odd Practices around the World

Other very popular superstitions include odd and not so odd practices.
In the Philippines for instance it is believed that when moving to a new home the first time you get in you should carry a loaf of bread and a new broom with you. It is believed that you should never take an old broom into a new home.
Also make sure to leave your home from the same door you have enter it when you go out for the first time. Never accept knives and other sharp items such as scissors as presents. When choosing the home, make sure to count the stairs that lead to its door. Their number should not be in multiples of three under any circumstances.

It’s the Final Countdown

So, let’s start singing “It’s the final countdown” and head to the front of the home. And do not forget to scatter coins all over the place when moving in to make sure the prosperity will stay in the place and never leave. Bees inside the home are also believed to bring fortune to the home occupants but as far as the above stated superstitions are a bit odd but harmless, this one is definitely not for everyone. Whether you believe in superstitions or not, you can always enjoy the interesting and strange beliefs that people do when it comes to moving to a new home. And nobody harms to sprinkle some sugar around.

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Effective Packing!

November 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment

 

More Than Just Moving Boxes: Effective Packing (Part 1)

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Here on the SmoothMove Supplies blog, we have harped on this issue often, but that’s only because we know it’s one of the most stressful, yet important parts of moving.  We cannot emphasize enough the importance of packing wisely.  Buying high quality moving boxes or moving supplies doesn’t matter much if you cannot use them in the most effective way possible.  This week, we’re focusing on packing efficiently.  Today, check out five of our top 10 steps to packing efficiently; on Wednesday, we’ll post five more helpful hints.

1. Think beyond the moving box.
For items you think will be stored in the attic, garage or closet at your next home, consider getting inexpensive plastic storage bins.  The home improvement and general merchandise stores usually carry them.  This will save you on buying extra moving boxes and unpacking them when you get to your new home.  Also, for stuffed animals, towels and other soft items, consider using large trash bags; they are much cheaper than moving boxes.

2. Carefully track inventory.
Make a list of every item/box that goes on the moving van and take it with you.  Have a family member mark the moving boxes and items as they come off the truck.  This is especially important if your belongings will be transferred from the truck to storage before being delivered.  If a moving box is missing, lost, or left behind, it could be months before you realize it.  The mover must do the inventory for an interstate move.  Note any damage at the time of delivery.

3. Personally escort important papers.
Any personal financial information and important papers should be taken with you or shipped to you by family or a friend after you move into your new home.  Perhaps the most important reason for this is to protect against identity theft, but on top of that, it is incredibly difficult and stressful to replace important documents like passports and bank statements.

4. Boxes inside of moving boxes.
Put smaller items in small boxes and put small boxes into a bigger moving box. Small boxes are more easily lost or damaged.  Packing smaller boxes into large moving boxes provides extra protection and easier unpacking on move-in day.  By having a smaller number of large moving boxes, packing is more compact, and it is easier to keep track of your most valuable, small possessions.

5. Pack one room at a time.
Stay organized and pack one room fully and then move on to the next. If you don’t, you’ll end up with boxes full of miscellaneous items from several rooms.

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Beware of Moving Scams!!!!

November 9, 2012 by Leave a Comment

 

Friday Video: Beware of Moving Scams

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Happy Friday!  Before you head home for the weekend and take some time to relax, take a few minutes to watch this helpful video from the Today Show that can alert you to some of the common ways in which movers often try to scam innocent families attempting to move.

Have a great weekend!

 
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Cross Country Moving?

February 10, 2012 by 2 Comments

Moving out of state is difficult, and buying a home out of state can be even more stressful. How do you find a great home, and trust that it is a great home, when you live hundreds of miles away? The unknowing can be unnerving, but that doesn’t mean that buying a new home in a new location has to be an overwhelmingly nightmare. In fact, the following tips can make the whole process relatively easy and stress free when searching for moving and storage:

Find a Universal or Close Lender

If you are looking to get a mortgage loan for a home, it is probably for the best that you choose a lender that will be easily accessible from your new location. Either choose a lender that has branches all over the country or choose one established in the state in which you are planning on moving. This way asking questions about the duration of your loan or refinancing to take advantage of lower mortgage interest rates will be easier.

Before giving a lender your business, however, be sure to shop around, read reviews, and ask any locals for great recommendations so that you are getting the best service possible.

Find a Good Realtor

A good realtor can be your best friend when moving to a new state. A great realtor should be able to listen to your needs and find you not just one home, but several options, that fit your criteria and locational needs. He or she will also be able to give you great specifics about neighborhoods and schools, and will gladly work with you remotely, sending you emails and MLS listings even while you are states away so that your time together is much more productive.

To find a good realtor, ask the lender with whom you are working and look at online recommendations. If you are moving for business, ask your new boss if he or she has any insight into where to find a great realtor.

Talk to Potential Neighbors

If you have found a home that you are interested in, don’t be shy. You’ll most likely be there for awhile so make sure that you’ll like those living around you before moving in. Stop in to say hi to your potential neighbors, and ask them any questions you have about the neighborhood, schools, and surrounding area.

You may find that your neighbors are big party animals or that the previous residents moved out due to drainage problem constantly flooding the basement, or you may find that your neighbors and the neighborhood are just what you are looking for.

Vacation Near You New Home

You never want to purchase a home in an area that you don’t know well. While we all don’t have the option of only moving to our dream location due to jobs and other life events, you can make yourself more familiar with an area prior to buying a home. Asking your potential neighbors is a great way to get some inside information, but actually spending time in the area you may be buying a home in is ultimately the best way to go.

Before you buy, book a hotel room nearby and rent a car, and see how easy it is for you to get to your new office, to local schools, and even to the grocery store and your favorite retailers. You may find that the commute times are just right, or that you feel highly inconvenient and need to find a home elsewhere.

Moving and buying a home out of state can be a highly stressful time, but if you have the right tools, you can definitely make the process easier. Don’t be afraid to become highly investigative and to ask others for help for long distance moving. This is your move and your new home, and you deserve to make sure that it will fit your needs as best as possible.

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