HOUSING: California attracts more families than it loses
For the first time in 11 years, the four major moving companies that release data agree: More families are moving to California than are leaving it. For a decade, high housing prices made it hard for people to stay in the state, even if they wanted to. But falling house...
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How to Move a Hot Tub
Hot tubs ooze rest and relaxation but to get to that point, you’re going to have to move your hot tub. Hot tubs aren’t cheap and spending more money on finding someone to help you with your hot tub move might discourage you. If you do decide on moving your...
Life Reinvented in Pheonix
We Made It! We made it to Phoenix! Well, Gilbert, Arizona actually. I apologize in advance if this is not my best post but I am pretty exhausted, surrounded by boxes and lucky to have an Internet connection! The movers showed up on Friday to load all our stuff on...
Where the Boomers Are
Joel Kotkin and Wendell Cox, 08.24.11, 06:00 PM EDT Forbes Magazine dated September 12, 2011 Builders think empty nesters are moving to the big city. Guess again. As the rock ‘n’ roll generation enters retirement age, developers and builders seem convinced that empty nesters will desert their suburban communities and...
How Long Records Should Be Saved
Keeping track of your important documents can be a challenge when moving, and knowing the best way to store them can save you a huge hassle. When relocating in San Diego, New York, or your home town, be sure to go through our document storage checklist. Type of Record Holding...
Atlas Recieves 2011 APEX Award
Eleven Allied Agents Recognized for Highest Quality Ratings CHICAGO (October 19, 2011) — Allied Van Lines, Inc., one of the world’s largest moving companies and a subsidiary of SIRVA, Inc., announced that eleven Allied agents received its APEX quality award at its 2011 National Convention held in Myrtle Beach, South...
Passing The Torch
by Sean Kilcarr Family-owned companies form the bedrock of the U.S. business community — especially the moving industry. Yet, leading a family-owned business, and managing the leadership transition from one generation to the next, can be challenging. If you don’t think family businesses play a huge role in the U.S....
Top 5 Tips for Relocating Your Pet
1. Visit the Veterinarian Whether you’re shipping your pet internationally or across the country, a veterinary check-up is essential. For any extended journey by plane and by motor vehicle, you should confirm your pet has a clean bill of health and up-to-date vaccination records. Many transporters will require proof that your...
Moving to Los Angeles
Moving to Los Angeles, CA Are you moving to Los Angeles and just not sure what to expect on your new journey? Not sure what it’s like to shop, travel, or move around the city. There is nothing worse than moving to a new city and not having any guidance...
Everyone Loves Atlas Allied
I wanted to let you know how happy I was with the San Diego moving crew. They were very efficient and professional. We have moved quite a bit and this has been the best move thus far. I have a friend moving to Colorado that plans on using you guys...
The Perfect International Movers
Hi Alex, The moving quote is around what we were expecting. The bikes were a late addition and I had more trouble parting with my clothes than I thought. As for your moving guys- they were delightful, professional, and courteous and I was pleasantly surprised at how efficient they were....
