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Joel Alvarez

Articles By Joel Alvarez

20 Articles
  • Aerial view of downtown Dallas, TX

    City and State Guides

    Hidden Gems in Dallas

    Explore the city of Dallas through the eyes of locals by checking out its hidden gems.

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  • Drone angle view of San Antonio with afternoon thunderstorm

    City and State Guides

    Benefits of Moving to San Antonio

    Moving to San Antonio soon? Discover why the Alamo City is a great place live, play and thrive.

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  • family on the road through the mountains

    National Parks Guides

    Take a Vacation From Your Move

    The drive to your new place doesn’t have to be a slog. Use our new National Parks guides — and stuff you’re transporting anyway — to turn it into an adventure.

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  • couple overlooking mountains and canyons

    National Parks Guides

    National Parks to Visit During a Cross-Country Move 

    Moving during the summer? Check out these ideas for turning your summer move into a national park adventure enroute.

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  • Aerial view of Griffith Observatory in Los Angeles, CA

    City and State Guides

    The Latest Guide to Moving to Los Angeles

    Are you ready to move to Los Angeles? Check out 8 things you want to know about the City of Angles before making your big move.

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  • Family on deck summer home

    Settling In

    When Your Summer Place Becomes Your Main Residence

    Moving into your summer home year-round? Check out our tips for making a smooth transition.

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  • people forest bathing

    People and Pets

    Forest Bathing is a Revitalizing Walk in the Woods

    See how an immersive walk through the woods can reduce not just moving stress but also feeling overwhelmed by life as a whole.

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  • Aerial view of Capitol building in Austin the Capital of Texas

    City and State Guides

    The Latest Guide to Move to Austin

    Austin is more than a Live Music Capital of the World. Learn more about the cost of living, job opportunities and places to live in Austin.

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  • white living room with fireplace

    Home Maintenance

    Ways to Brighten a Light-Challenged Room

    Check out seven brilliant tips for taking the gloom out of a room.

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  • airbnb living room view

    Home Maintenance

    8 Airbnb Decorative Ideas for Your Home 

    Short-term rentals can spark your imagination when decorating a home. Here are a few tips to replicate the Airbnb experience at your new address.

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  • People hiking through a canyon sunny skies

    National Parks Guides

    Tips for Planning National Park Visits During Your Move

    Driving during your cross-country move? Here are some handy tips for managing the miles with stops at national parks.

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  • downtown Houston Texas aerial view

    City and State Guides

    A Complete Guide to Moving to Houston

    Considering moving to Houston? Learn about all things from cost of living, job market to things to do in the city.

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  • Move coordinator on the phone

    Pre-Move Planning

    Your Move Coordinator: Role and Responsibilities

    What’s a typical day like for one of our move coordinators? Jennifer gives us a first-person look at a day in her life.

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  • View of Downtown Chicago Skyline

    City and State Guides

    Things You Need to Know Before Moving to Chicago

    Making the big move to the Windy City? Check out these insights and tips from a Chicagoan.

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  • Downtown Dallas, TX Skyline at Sunset

    City and State Guides

    6 Things to Know Before Moving to Dallas

    Considering moving to Dallas? Learn about all things from cost of living, job market to things to do in the city.

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  • Elegant Modern Bedroom Sanctuary

    Settling In

    Turning Your Bedroom Into a Peaceful Sanctuary

    Is your bedroom helping or hindering your ability to relax and refresh? Check out our tips for creating the perfect bedroom sanctuary.

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  • View of Bellingham, WA

    City and State Guides

    Your Ultimate Guide to Moving to Washington

    Wondering if Washington is for you? Whether you’re moving for a job opportunity or for family, this guide has all insights you need before moving to the Evergreen State.

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  • Annual Movers Study

    Would You Have Guessed These Were the Most (and Least) Popular Cities in 2020?

    Check out the top most popular cities in 2021. In our previous article, we discussed this year’s Annual Migration Study and shared information about migration across states in 2020.

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  • Annual Movers Study

    Survey Results: Moving Trends During COVID-19 Pandemic

    Not only has COVID-19 changed the landscape of our daily routines, it has also influenced decisions on lifestyle, specifically, where and how we want to live going forward.

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  • Annual Movers Study

    What 2020 Factors Impacted Migration Across the US? Let’s Find out!

    Without a doubt, 2020 was a unique year.

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