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How NOT to Ship Server Equipment: 5 Mistakes to Avoid
Shippers of server equipment must consider a number of factors, including safety, speed, and of course, cost. Over the years, we have become aware of a number of shippers making a common set of mistakes in the name of speed and cost, yet at the expense of safety.
How to Buy a Motorcycle Out of State
Take a look at our tips below to ensure that the bike you purchase arrives at your door without a scratch. EVALUATE THE SELLER In general, it’s a safer bet to purchase from a licensed dealer or established site such as eBay or CycleTrader than an individual. These...
Moving Your Senior Parent with Empathy
Having “the conversation” with a family member about moving into an assisted living facility can feel overwhelming and stressful for everyone involved. Many seniors don’t want to face the reality of their diminishing capabilities and adult children don’t want to think...
Senior Moving Downsizing: Preserve Both Memories and Space
The difference between a house and a home is the people and memories that occupy the rooms. As family members age and decide to move to smaller residences, it can be painful for them to part with the memories of their home. The purpose of downsizing is to shed the...
Senior Moving Checklist: A Guide to Evaluating Moving Companies
When it comes time to help an elder family member move into a new home you may have many questions. Do you need to insure their valuables? How is a regular moving company different from specific senior moving services? Will fragile item shipping cost a lot more?...
Mid-Century Modern Estate Items You Might Not Know Are Valuable
Are you in charge of the clean up after an elder family member leaves home? Before you contract with senior moving services or pack items off to Goodwill, take stock of the home goods. While most estates won’t contain a Chippendale or Ming vase, there are many items...
Art Collecting 101: A Crash Course for Everyday People
Art collecting may seem like a hobby reserved for Manhattanites with private jets and a taste for caviar, but there is a growing trend in the accessibility of the art world. The development of online sellers means anyone with a desire for high-quality art can start a...
Craters & Freighters of Austin & Las Vegas Crate & Ship Variety’s Mascot
Craters & Freighters of Austin, TX and Craters & Freighters of Las Vegas teamed up to help Variety, The Children’s Charity of Texas crate and ship “Heartly” their mascot. Heartly was packed with care in a custom wood crate in Austin and shipped to Las Vegas...
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