Tips & Tricks for Saving Money When Moving Interstate

Pets become such a large and loved part of our lives and caring for them and their wellbeing becomes our duty. So when moving house, we need to consider our pets to make this transition for them as smooth and stress free as possible. There are quite a few things to consider and plan for, so follow along to get our recommendations.

One of the benefits of moving house in my opinion is the fresh start you can get on a few home organisational tasks. The bookshelf being one of them. Here are some of top tips for keeping your bookshelf not only visually appealing but practical as well. 

Muval is donating $30 to Bushfire & Wildlife related causes from every move our customers book with us over the month of January.

With so many moving companies in Australia (industry reports put the number at over 8000!), it can be difficult to know who to trust with your treasured belongings. That’s why we’ve put together this handy list of 5 common pitfalls when choosing a removals company.

Moving house can be a real mixed bag of emotions and a test to your patience and eating habits, it is a time that usually calls for easy takeout meals and often the approach is less than healthy.

Moving house and looking for how to move your artwork safely? Learn how to prepare, pack and move your prized pieces of artwork properly. Don't risk a crack in the glass, a dent in the frame or a tear in the canvas.

Muval was recently featured on Channel 7's Sunrise as a great way for Australians to save money when moving house. Dubbed 'the Uber of moving' - Shaun White presented how Muval can help slash the costs of moving.

You've got enough to remember and keep track of when you're moving house. The last thing you need is the stress of trying to remember all the places you need to update your address details.

You've just made the big move. You're settling in to your new house. You're finding your way around, but your beloved car needs a service. How do you find where to take it?

A Current Affair on Channel 9 recently aired a story about a dodgy removalist company and the customers that had been affected by them. If you want to find out how to avoid the same pitfalls, this one's for you.

If you're moving house soon and are looking for tips and tricks for packing and getting organised, this list of 50 tips is for you.

Living minimally doesn’t necessarily mean that you live in a cold house with only one of everything, is simply means being more mindful of the possessions you bring into your home and take time and consideration to think, Do I need or like it? Will I use it? Does it serve a purpose?

Whether you’re approaching an upcoming move, decluttering or replacing old and broken furniture with new furniture, it becomes necessary to remove these unwanted items from your home, so you don’t become a hoarder ending up on the evening news.

So you’ve just moved into your new home, you’ve stocked the fridge and made the beds and now its time to start unpacking and creating a space that feels like home, somewhere you can put your feet up after the day is done and relax.

Moving house can be particularly stressful for the adults in the equation, so it needs to be acknowledged that our kids will feel that same stress, coupled with the confusion they will feel of waking up somewhere new the very next day.

As a consumer in today´s world ignorance is seldom bliss. We stress about finding the right company in any industry – seeking quality without having to empty the pocketbook.

You´re moving interstate. Sure, your to-do list may seem never-ending. Naturally your mind will be occupied by thoughts of what you need to accomplish before pickup and after delivery of your belongings. But what happens to your goods while in transit?

In today's digital age, obtaining information is easier than ever. As the saying goes, knowledge is power – and now that power can be sourced from your fingertips.

Your fridge is usually the largest appliance that gives you a hard time to move interstate. It is natural to think of buying a new one to do away with transporting and to grab the opportunity in upgrading for your new home. But, before you hit that “Buy Now” button, consider the costing of the new appliance versus moving your still functional and dear fridge interstate.

They say, moving a house opens a new chapter in life – leaving the past that you didn’t like behind and starting afresh. But, does this also have to apply to all your goods? What about that couch or lounge that you’ve spent countless cozy moments with?

So, you’ve made the decision to move interstate and now you need a removalist but find yourself asking a number of questions; How do I hire a removalist? What’s the best way to get an accurate quote? And, how much will it cost me to move?

Moving interstate or locally can be tough enough at the best of times. With so many things to consider in the process of getting ready to pack up your house or apartment, there are a number of things you can consider to ensure your move is a breeze!

We all want our next move to be as stress-free right? We have compiled this list of the five things you should to do before your moving day to ensure you are well prepared and get to enjoy the move (and be stress-free!).

Muval have experienced this hundreds of times, and we are here to help you get into gear and prioritise where to start when moving house based on the time you have leading up to your move.

Moving out of your house, apartment or unit is often a stressful time. And, like all stressful times, it’s easy to forget a number of things to do in the process. We can help with that...

No one wants to loose their bond. Here are some really handy tips to ensure you do everything you can to get your bond back.

No one wants to be short-changed by local and Interstate removalists when moving home. Even legitimate movers might not tell you the costs associated, unless you ask...

Moving home is a life event. It’s something worth celebrating but is also a very an expensive and stressful endeavor. Whether it’s a local or an Interstate move, you have to expect the unexpected and hidden costs of moving home.

Uber revolutionised an industry by making it easier to get from place to place (and in style, no less... thanks to Uber Black!), but what does the Uber model look like in the removals industry?

Champagne glasses are one of the most delicate glassware’s that you, as a homeowner will be looking to pack and transport, and you may want them close by to celebrate when are finally able to set foot in your new home.

Looking to sell your home fast? Then you need to be aware that most buyers will be making compariosons and will be assessing what they love or want to upgrade to when purchasing a new house.

Thinking of Moving to Sydney? Perhaps a new career opportunity is taking you there? Maybe you are looking for a change of scenery or a fresh start? Whatever your reasons are, we can’t blame you for wanting to relocate to this gorgeous city.

It’s move in day and there is excitement abound. A new home to make and a lot of work ahead So how exactly can you go about making your home ready without all the added stress?

Whether you’re moving into your new home, a new office or simply moving back to live with the parents to save some money, moving involves a different multi-tasking skill as well as organizational skills to ensure things don’t go missing.

Buying a house is one of the very important life and financial goals for individuals and families. It means different things to different people. It can be a place we look to create new memories in, it can be where we celebrate different milestones in our lives, it can be where we build families, raise children and grandchildren.

Moving interstate and taking your business with you? Here are some tips to follow to ensure your business will be successful in its new location.

We have put together the following list for you to keep as a checklist to ensure your first night in your new house is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

Conscious of your environmental footprint and have a move coming up? Here are some tips for greening your next move

For many established industries, the idea of the share economy is often seen as threatening to business revenue. In this article, we put forward our vision for how the removals industry can embrace elements of the share economy while improving their bottom line.

There are a million and one things to remember when you move house, and it's easy to let things fall off the radar. Luckily, we're here to help.

Backloads, Vacant Space in Trucks, Under-utilsed Capacity, And Why These Things can Save You Money!

In February, I was offered an exciting new job promotion too good to turn down. In less than one month my partner and I had packed up and relocated from Melbourne to Brisbane.

Everything you need to know about how to save money when moving home on a budget, in 6 simple steps.

Without some good planning, moving home becomes one of those things that always ends up being more expensive than you anticipated. We’ve got some tips to help you save the cents and the dollars and make your whole experience financially manageable.

For some people, moving house only happens once or twice in a lifetime. However, in a growing world of globalisation, reduction in flight costs, costs of living in major capital cities such as Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth increasing significantly, the chances of moving, and moving regularly has never been so prominent. Moving interstate has become incredibly popular with many seeking lifestyles more aligned with where they want to live, work and relax.

My name is John, and I recently moved from Sydney to Brisbane. Sounds simple right? WRONG! Well, it wasn't at all as easy as I imagined.

In recent years, waste has increasingly become a consumer focus. More and more are basing their brand loyalty on how well a business deals with its ecological footprint. Companies who do not do enough to cut down their waste whether that be time, space or just plain excess from production can often find their market value dropping purely because they haven’t kept up with consumer concerns. This is especially the case if there is competition who have made reducing waste a priority.

Moving house can be a mixture of emotions. There is the sadness and nostalgia associated with the place you are leaving. Not just your old home, but the local area. The familiar people walking their dogs, your favourite coffee spot, the local take away.

You have endured the draining experience of buying a new home and selling the old one, plus all the paper work involved in that process. But now its time for the big move! Moving house in Australia is just as much of a lengthy, stressful and expensive ordeal, especially when relocating interstate.