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keli400

Cathlete
Okay...I thought I would share this story. I am getting ready to move to take on a new job, and I thought it would be good to get some estimates on how much it will cost to move all of my stuff. During one of the moving representative's visit I commented that I was glad that I didn't have to move this huge TV, and the guy looked at me and said, "I don't know, you look pretty sturdy." I just laughed it off, but I am thinking I should have replied--so you must not do much of the moving yourself--right?

Oh hey, and if any of you have moving tips that you want to pass along--it would be much appreciated. I'm moving from Colorado to San Jose, CA, and I feel like a pioneer in search of a covered wagon.

Many thanks!

Keli
 
I'm hoping to do the same thing, and have had the same questions about moving.

I can only afford a U-Haul style move, unless I find a job that will relocate me - yeah right!

I did some preliminary research and I think I'm going with ABF - they drop a "container" off at your place, you pack it, they pick it up and drive it, and drop it off for you to unpack.

http://www.upack.com/default.asp?refnum=ABFSERV

And you can find tons of moving advice if you Google "relocation" - I was fascinated by all the tips and tricks. Also, if you're interested in the ABF approach, check them out on Epinions.com - there are lots of ratings that include good advice.

Also, our local consumer guru has some good advice here:

http://clarkhoward.com/library/rolodex_moving.html

including a link to: http://www.moving.org/ to find a reliable mover.

Good luck!
 
Hey thanks for the tip. A friend of mine also used the ABF service, but I am a little worried because it's just myself moving and while I have friends here in Colorado to lean on for moving help, when I arrive in California, I won't know anyone. But I am thinking if I ditch my old bed and sofa, I think I (in all of my sturdiness) could handle the moving. I guess there is a reason why moving is one of those top 10 stresses in life.

Anyway, I certainly appreciate your reply--thanks!
 
Keli,

I just wanted to say I live in Denver but have lived in California and Love it there. I hope to move back someday to a nice ltlle beach area. My son is old enough and s on his own now but still hard to move to a different state from my only child. Even if he is 24! Ii wish you well and if you ever need a roomate call me! :)

Terri
 
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