The SpareFoot blog is full of tips and tricks for getting the most out of your self-storage experience, from how to store furniture to how to avoid unexpected moving expenses. But being as close to the subject as we are, it’s not always possible for us to anticipate all of the problems that first-time storage renters might face. To get a better idea of issues faced by new renters and the solutions they came up with, we asked our customers a simple question:
Sales is the hardest position to hire for, and with good reason–the typical day of a salesperson involves rejection, rebuttals, criticism, overall put offs, and very occasionally, a successful sale. Those who can take all of that and still come away as eager and passionate to do their job–and well–again the next day are a rare find, and few and far between.
[ by Deanna Lawley, Homefinder ]
If you’re preparing to put your house on the market, follow these DIY home staging tips to capture the vote of your home’s next owner this season.
1. Boost curb appeal. If a potential buyer drives by and is turned off by the exterior of your house, you can be sure they won’t be interested in seeing the interior. Before you list your home, make sure you install easy-to-read house numbers, power wash your siding, walkways and driveway, and repaint the exterior as needed. On a weekly basis, be sure the front windows are washed, the lawn is raked and foliage is well-tended.
by Sarah Kolb, CORT Furniture
The leaves on the trees are slowly beginning to turn, fireplaces are finally finding themselves useful, and it’s almost cold enough to break out your impressive scarf collection. Autumn means apple pie, football, plaid, and relief from the summer heat. The cooler season is also the perfect time to successfully stage your home to sell before the new year. Here are three tips to make your home look perfect to any buyer this fall:
Storing furniture seems like a straightforward concept, right? Get a couch, put it in a humid concrete or sheet metal box, come back when you’re ready for it. Using that storage philosophy, your couch will most likely end up covered in mold and mildew. If you want to avoid damaged furniture from improper storage, you have to be careful when choosing a unit and preparing each individual piece of furniture for storage.
When I first relocated to Los Angeles six years ago, I moved into a loft downtown two blocks away from Skid Row. Although I really loved living down there, I’m not sure I would have ended up in that location had I been more Internet savvy about choosing a neighborhood. In the incredible digital age we live in, with a few minutes and a web connection, you can learn a lot about a neighborhood before ever stepping foot in it.
As incoming college freshman nationwide pack up for their first major move away from home, they face a real-life lesson in downsizing childhood possessions. For help, we turned to Chris Seman, president of Caring Transitions, a franchise that helps people de-clutter and downsize during difficult transitions. His ideas are useful for anyone who has ever had to say goodbye to memory-laden belongings.
Home staging is a fascinating sub-industry within real estate, all based on evidence that a home “staged” with certain decor and design techniques is likely to sell faster and for a 10-15% higher price than un-staged homes. Before showing your home to potential buyers, it’s important to make it appear as spacious and inviting as possible. You can hire a professional accredited home stager to do this for you, or do it yourself by following the best practices outlined here.
by Collin Bass
Having a professional auto carrier ship your car or truck is a convenient and reliable way to move it across the country. You might take advantage of the service when you’re relocating, moving a vehicle out of car storage, or buying a vehicle from a distance. Here are uShip’s top tips for getting a great deal and ensuring your vehicle is shipped quickly and safely.
by Daniel Horning
“But wait, there’s more!”
Remember that phrase from somewhere? A late night TV ad for a cardboard box that refolds into a full-size couch? It’s used to push customers over the “I’m interested” mindset into the “I’ll take two” action.
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