Hiring a professional moving company can be prohibitively expensive for many, which is why renting moving containers is a popular alternative. Moving containers are dropped off at a customer’s ...

Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of professional experience as a writer and editor. She's previously worked at sites like Talking Points Memo, Insider, Delish, Angi and ...

Downsizing is more than just letting go of square footage—it’s a lifestyle shift toward simplicity, intention, and often, elegance. Whether you’re moving into a cozy city apartment, transitioning into ...

Storage units can be a great solution for people who are moving and need a spot to perch their stuff during the transition. Likewise, if their home is damaged in a storm or they’re doing a major ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I am a journalist covering consumer protection and fraud. Moving is stressful enough without having to deal with the loss of ...

You do the packing and call for a pickup when you're ready for the pod to be taken to the storage facility. This saves you the trouble of transporting your items and gives you control over how things ...