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How To Store Outdoor Furniture, Cooking Gear And Tools For Winter

Nancy Zafrani, general manager of Oz Moving & Storage, notes that it’s best to brush dirt and dust off all large outdoor equipment–including lawn mowers, edgers and wheelbarrows–before storing them for winter.

I'm moving house for the 10th time – here are 7 tips from professional movers that make packing a breeze

The City’s Best Cobblers, Tailors, And More!

Refinery29: "Good clothes are like a beloved pet—they need consistent care, and if you're serious about fashion you'll want only the very best for your closet cuties. Love on your leather, dote on your denim, and shower your shoes with affection at any of the places on our list of first-rate experts in New York City service."

7 things to declutter before summer starts – for a stress-free, organized space

U.S. News: “Make sure your children have their very favorite things with them. Clearly mark their boxes so they may be the first thing unpacked,” Zafrani says. “If your children are old enough you can allow them to decorate their own boxes before you pack them with paint, markers, crayons, stickers, colored duct tape – go crazy! This will give them something to do and also make it super easy to locate their boxes as they are coming off the truck.”

How to Move Cross-Country

U.S. News: “Make sure your children have their very favorite things with them. Clearly mark their boxes so they may be the first thing unpacked,” Zafrani says. “If your children are old enough you can allow them to decorate their own boxes before you pack them with paint, markers, crayons, stickers, colored duct tape – go crazy! This will give them something to do and also make it super easy to locate their boxes as they are coming off the truck.”

Should You Get Moving Insurance?

Realtor: "By state regulation, moving companies are obligated to offer a basic per pound insurance. Known as “released value protection,” this basic coverage is typically set at 60 cents per pound, says Lavi Brill, director of on-site sales for New York City–based Oz Moving & Storage."

How To Tip In 2023, According To Experts And Industry Pros

Salon: “While there is no flat rate for moving tips, a good rule of thumb is to tip each of the movers $4 to $5 per hour," recommends Nancy Zafrani, General Manager of Oz Moving & Storage. "So, if the moving process took 5 hours, it's appropriate to tip each mover $20 to $25 for their service. For a day-long move that takes eight hours, tipping a maximum of $40 to each mover is appropriate.”

17 Beautiful Places in New York City That Are Sure to Delight

Consumer Affairs: “In some cases, it works. Gardner notes that many companies closely monitor social media and review sites and react quickly to resolve complaints. Nancy Zafrani, general manager of a major moving company, Oz Moving & Storage, says what consumers perceive as poor service can often be a breakdown in communication.”

Consumers Increasingly Seek ‘Revenge’ For Poor Customer Service, Study Finds

Consumer Affairs: “In some cases, it works. Gardner notes that many companies closely monitor social media and review sites and react quickly to resolve complaints. Nancy Zafrani, general manager of a major moving company, Oz Moving & Storage, says what consumers perceive as poor service can often be a breakdown in communication.”

Use This Calculation To Figure Out What Size Storage Unit You Need, Says One Pro

Apartment therapy: “But how much storage space do you need? It’s not exactly the riddle of the Sphinx, but underestimating the size of the storage space is one of the biggest mistakes customers make, according to Nancy Zafrani, general manager of Oz Moving & Storage in New York City. It’s all well and good to pile those boxes up — more on that in a moment — but not if you need frequent access to something you’ve stowed well out of reach.”

How To Tip In 2023, According To Experts & Industry Pros

Food52: “While there is no flat rate for moving tips, a good rule of thumb is to tip each of the movers $4 to $5 per hour,” recommends Nancy Zafrani, General Manager of Oz Moving & Storage. “So, if the moving process took 5 hours, it’s appropriate to tip each mover $20 to $25 for their service. For a day-long move that takes eight hours, tipping a maximum of $40 to each mover is appropriate.”

Moving? Here’s How To Keep Your Costs Low.

The New York Times: Timing affects moving rates, said Nancy Zafrani, the general manager at Oz Moving & Storage, based in New York City. “There is a higher demand when leases are expiring,” she said. Because most leases expire at the beginning or end of the month, Ms. Zafrani said consumers could save money by moving in the middle of the month. “Off-peak discounts are common,” she said. “We offer more incentives and deals during the slower days and show more flexibility with pricing.”

The Power To Keep Things Moving In The Right Direction

Take The Lead Women: “More than anything, I love that this has always been the norm at Oz Moving & Storage, that we’ve had female leadership for nearly thirty years, have always brought onboard and promoted individuals for what they bring to the table and not what they look like.”

Oz Moving Helps Emily Ratajkowski Make The Big Move

RadarOnline: "She's moving out and on with her life. Emily Ratajkowski was spotted carrying cardboard boxes full of her belongings from the home she once shared with her husband, Sebastian Bear-McClard. Radar can confirm that the Gone Girl actress, 31, hired Oz Moving and Storage company to do the job on the heels of cheating rumors."

6 New York Storage Companies Rated And Reviewed

NY Mag: "Perfect for high-maintenance storage: Full-service operation takes inventory, moves, and stores everything for you, saving a trip to the central Bronx facility."

A Little-Known Moving Timesaver That's Worth Its $500 Price Tag

Brick Underground: "I recently made one of the best decisions of my life: I hired my movers to pack my stuff. What, you didn't know this was even possible? Well it is, and it's spectacular--and a lot more affordable than you might think."

Signs Of A Bad Moving Company

REALTOR® Magazine: "About 16.5 million households – or 38.7 million Americans – move annually. But Americans need to carefully screen those who help them move to make sure all goes smoothly in relocating their belongings."

Move Your Business Without Losing Your Mind

Business News Daily: "Much like moving to a new home, sometimes you know it’s time to move your small business to greener pastures. Whether you’re moving to a better location for sales, a place that will save you money or a larger space, it’s a big endeavor that takes a lot of planning."

The 7 Things You Absolutely Must Do When Moving Into A Co-Op

Apartment Therapy: "Before you pack one box in anticipation of your move to a co-op, you want to be sure you know everything about the building itself, whether it’s quirky rules, upcoming construction, or ongoing squabbles."

Top 10 Creepiest Pieces Of Junk And Other Weird Stuff Left In Storage Units

Oregon Live: "The beauty of a storage unit is that you can put almost anything in there. The ugly side of self storage? People can put almost anything in there."

NYC Relocations Accelerating At ‘Substantial’ Pace, Local Movers Say

FOX 29: "Even as the number of confirmed coronavirus cases has leveled off in recent weeks, moving companies say they remain inundated with requests from people leaving New York City."

A Mad Rush For The Exits As New York City Goes Down The Tubes

FOX Business: "It’s not just a few Upper West Siders who are fleeing New York: Moving companies say they’re swamped with calls from residents looking to ditch the city."

Thousands Of NYC Apartments Empty Due To Exodus To Suburbs

PIXO: "In Manhattan, where an apartment is typically gone in a New York minute, more than 13,000 units are sitting empty, according to a new report by Miller Samuel and real estate giant Douglas Elliman."

8 Big Moving Mistakes—And How To Avoid Them

Mental Floss: "Your wine glasses are smashed to pieces, and your toiletries are nowhere to be found. No wonder moving day is the most stressful life event for 62 percent of adults, beating out divorce or a new job for 43 percent of people."

Moving Companies Swamped With Customers Trying To Leave NYC

FOX 5: "For some, there’s no task more tedious than moving in and out of your home. The schlepping, the lifting, the whole-day affair. But in the middle of this pandemic, it’s the paid movers who arguably are working harder than ever."

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CBS NEWS: "For some, there’s no task more tedious than moving in and out of your home. The schlepping, the lifting, the whole-day affair. But in the middle of this pandemic, it’s the paid movers who arguably are working harder than ever."

Vacate To Renovate: Oz Moving & Storage

Westchester Magazine: "When planning a major home renovation, it’s important to take into account the loss of living space. Some projects will allow you to stay at home, while some would require you to move out. In both cases, you would need to downsize in order to fit your belongings in the living space you have left or your temporary (probably furnished) domicile."

Are You Ready To Move Across The Country For A New Job?

Swaay: "having to start a new job is nothing short of challenging. However, having to move across the country in order to start a new job is even more nerve-racking. In fact, it is one of the most stressful experiences a person can go through."