Moving From a House to an Apartment: What to Expect, How to Downsize & How Self Storage Helps
For some, moving from a house to an apartment is a financial decision. For others, it’s about simplifying life. Maybe the kids have moved out and half the house sits empty, or you’re approaching retirement and no longer want to spend weekends on repairs. Or perhaps you’ve been weighing the cost of buying a home and wondering whether renting simply makes more sense right now.
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Extra Space & Life Storage Create US’s Largest Storage Operator
On April 3, leading self storage sector players Extra Space Storage and Life Storage announced they will be combining to form the largest storage operator in the US by number of stores. In the $12.7 billion all-stock deal, the combined entity is being valued at about $36 billion. The context of this is a vibrant self storage sector, with 52.6M square feet of new storage space expected to be delivered in 2023 compared to 37.9M in 2022.
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7 Things To Know About Auburn, WA, Before Moving There
Auburn, Washington, sits at the edge of many good things. Considered part of the Puget Sound region, this city with a population approaching 100,000 has parts in two counties and acts as the boundary between the Seattle-Tacoma urbanized area and the Cascade Range of mountains. On a sunny day, Mount Rainier dominates the city’s skyline. Newcomers to Auburn will find a mix of industries, Native American reservations, and plentiful connections to the wider region. For new and long-time residents alike, Auburn has a little bit of everything.
Family-Friendly Cities That Shine in Recreational Options
Parents intuitively know it, and scientific research also backs it up: Where we live closely influences how we live. It comes as no surprise, then, that American parents tend to look at a wide range of factors before they choose a place to settle in and start a family. From home prices and neighborhood safety to the proximity of reputable schools and popular recreation opportunities, there is certainly a lot to consider. Naturally, affordability and infrastructure score the highest on the priority list for parents, but recreation deserves its own place, too.
5 Top Tips For Keeping Your Belongings Safe During A Home Renovation
During renovations, many homeowners often stress a lot over the new work being done on their homes. However, it is important during this time to think about all the other things in the home to ensure that everything stays safe and protected.
Moving To Another State: Key Steps To Ensure The Smoothest, No-Headaches Move
Moving to another state is a logistic challenge. Packing your entire home, uprooting your life and relocating to a new place, hundreds or thousands of miles away from your current location, is bound to create all sorts of issues. What you need is a step-by-step plan to help you organize your move to another state and to avoid the most common problems associated with moving to another state. Here are some crucial moving considerations , how to stay on top of things and experience the smoothest, no-headaches move.
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