David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com By Bill Gassett Are you considering renting a PODS moving and storage container? Getting PODS for your next move will certainly help you save money compared to hiring professional movers to do it for you. You will then be able to put the funds saved toward much more important things, such as giving your new property a make-over. Using PODS will cost you a quarter of what it would actually cost you to hire a moving truck company to shift your stuff. Not bad, considering with PODS, you also get to store your items as long as you need, so if you’re selling your property and you’re not moving into your new home until two weeks, then no sweat. Your stuff is safe and secure in your PODS.  PODS moving  services allow you to have temporary space to park your things until moving them. A convenient moving service that has continued to grow in popularity. With all this being said, here is what you need to know before you even think about g...

  David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Even when everything goes according to plan, moving is pretty much guaranteed to be a stressful process. If something gets lost or damaged, however, it’s only going to get worse. That’s why it’s important to make sure that certain luxury items are insured before they’re packed and transported to your new home. While homeowners insurance will usually cover you in the event of a break-in or natural disaster, such as a fire or hurricane, you could still be liable for anything that happens while moving. Moving companies, on the other hand, can be held liable to replace or fix a damaged item if you purchase full-value protection, though you’re not guaranteed to receive full compensation because you’re usually only covered up to a certain amount. For items of extraordinary value, which are defined as being worth more than $100 per pound, it can be a good idea to purchase separate insurance to cover you while moving. Here are a few items that lu...

David Deem 714-997-3486 Dave@DeemTeam.com Any time you move to a new home, things change. A new neighborhood, new people to meet and a new address. With the stress of a big move and the excitement of starting the next chapter in life, there are important tasks that need to get done, but are inevitably put on the back burner. Once your boxes are unpacked and you start to settle in, the next step is to identify any and all places where your address needs to be updated. Trying to figure out every company, account or personal document that needs to be updated can be just as stressful as move-in day. So, instead of digging through your mail and potentially missing a bill, check out this master list of all necessary (and possible) places you may need to update your address. Government Agencies: Post Office DMV - License, Vehicle Registration (Plates, if you moved out of state) IRS/Other Tax Agencies Social Security Administration Voter Registration Financial Provid...