Moving Seniors
Change is something most elderly have a hard time with. Moving to another home is stressful for even healthy young adults. Imagine when you have lived in the same home for many years and have settled in. Moving to a new place can disrupt their routines. The stress is increased...
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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....
10 Ways to Relax After Moving
Moving from one residence to another can be one of the most stressful times our lives. Packing up, cleaning, and moving your most precious belongings can take all the energy out of you. After you have completed your move and it’s time to unwind, finding inexpensive ways to relax can...
A Heartwarming Move Story
The Tremains are an older couple living retired, in Lake Havasu City, AZ (an orphan lead). They waited for United Van Lines for a month beyond the Order for Service contracted load spread(per the customer). Mr. Tremain said they had even been required to give them $$ up front which...
