Oakville Beaver, 22 Feb 2006, p. 78

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RL6 - Real Estate: The Oakville Beaver, W ednesday February 22, 2006 Simple planning makes a simple move: Minimize stress and maximize results with these helpful tips Making the transition to a new home can be one of the most exciting and antic ipated moments in a family's life. Unfortunately, it can also turn out to be one of the most stressful. There are many factors involved in moving, and if each factor is not addressed prior to the move, there is a good chance that problems will arise. especially if it is a summer move. Too many people leave their arrange ments until the last minute and find their options are severely limited," says Carol Davis, vice president, marketing and cor porate communications at Atlas Van Lines Ltd. Be sure to get written estimates from at least three different carriers. Some movers, such as Atlas will send an agency representative to your home to explain their services and perform a survey of articles to be moved. Once you have chosen your mover, you should being preparing your belongings for the day the movers arrive. One job you can have complete is pack ing, which is done with care and detail, can make the move significantly easier. Keep a detailed list of what you are packing and how many boxes you have. Instead of using flimsy grocery store boxes, ensure your items stability by pur- DAN COOPER Real Estate .The Bottom Line chasing boxes for a very small fee at a mov ing company or rental facility. i Eliminate problems before they occur This is why it is essential to prepare for your move, even if labeling boxes doesn't seem like an ideal way to spend a Saturday. "Preplanning is the number one tip I can give to someone preparing to move - To avoid this type of situation, begin selecting a moving company at least five to eight weeks before the move. Be sure not to rely on a quick flip through the yellow pages to choose, instead ask friends, co-workers, your Royal LePage agent or local Royal LePage office for recommendations. Labeling Kym Banting O ffice 905 84 Thanks to all our clients for helping us achieve another successful year in 2005! Labeling is a tedious task, but one that will pay dividends when you arrive at your new location with boxes tagged for specif ic rooms. It is especially important to label I boxes containing sheets, towels and food, so you have essentials available TOP 1% OF your first night. r o yal epage Upon arriving at your new loca NATIONAL SALES Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd., Broker tion, the first thing to do is make FORCE FOR sure all your items are with you. 12 CONSECUTIVE President's If you prepared a list while pack "I THE YEARS AWARD OF GOLD Award EXCELLENCE ing, or hired a company that does an Sales Representatives inventory, this is as simple as check ing off numbered boxes on your list. 5-4267 · w w w .royallepage.ca In the case that there are missing or damaged articles, claim them with the moving company before they depart, or your may run into prob lems. Prior to unloading your brown OUR L boxes, check that all utilities are turned on. NOT I BUT 2 FOR SALE IN DOWNTOWN OAKVILLE If your utilities are working, you ~ ~ $1,100,000 Live in one and can now begin emptying those boxes you so prudently packed. It is recommended to unpack the _ condition. This is an important comer in kitchen first and use this area as your home base during the unpacking eventually can be process. · - ; JCall for farther After the kitchen, the bathroom should be set up with the essentials before beginning to arrange the bed LUXURY RENTAL! rooms and living rooms. These are $1500/month areas that should not be unpacked Beautiful 2 bedroom without a floor plan to avoid unnec essary moving. totally renovated When you finally have your new condo on ravine. home set to your fancy, take some time to relax and enjoy your sur roundings. Then remember how sim ple a move can be with a bit of pre planning, just in case you move again. Dan Cooper is an award-winning associate broker with Royal LePage For supporting the concert Real Estate Services Ltd. Dan can be at their recent performance. reached at 905-338-3737, direct line The Canadian Orpheus Male at 849-3360, or through his web site Choir appreciated the warm at www.dancooper.com. Every effort has been made to reception and look forward ensure the accuracy of this article; to performing another however, the information is general concert next year. in nature. Please seek professional advice relevant to your specific situa tion. Dan has written a comprehensive guide for those looking for a home in Oakville. Called "Your Guide to Oakville Real Estate," it includes area profiles and maps. Call Dan for your free copy. L LIFETIME

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