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3 WAYS TO MAKE MOVING MORE FUN

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MOVE AND GROOVE WITH A SMILE In case you didn’t already know, we regret to inform you that moving is normally not very fun. But, wouldn’t you like advice from our experts on ways to make it more fun? We know how hard you work to pack up all your belongings, load them onto a moving truck, and move your whole life to a new location. Let us do the hard work on figuring out rest! Here are some ways that the Modern Storage staff recommends you turn a crazy day around and have a little fun doing it. #1: Stay Positive This first thing you can do to make moving fun is put yourself in a positive mindset. Take all the moments you need amid the chaos to collect yourself and refocus. By maintaining an upbeat attitude, you will start to see that your positivity becomes contiguous to those around you! If you’re having trouble finding some positivity and having fun, stop by our office and say hello! We love seeing our tenants and offering up a friendly face to make your day a little brighter. Have a chat, grab some free bottled water, eat a freshly baked cookie, and sip a cup of free Starbucks coffee on us. Just make sure you wear a face covering and keep your hands sanitized! #2: Play Music Turn up the tunes and sing along! It might sound silly, but it works. Music has a way to make the most tedious tasks – like packing and unpacking – much more fun. Just keep your favorite radio station playing or crank up your favorite playlist. Warning: You may find yourself doing a happy dance as you load your items into our free moving truck! It’s a small convenience that can make a big difference in your mood and make moving day more fun. #3: Plan a Celebratory Meal After a hard day’s work, it’s time to treat yourself! What’s more fun than a celebratory meal? With all the money you just saved with complimentary refreshments and a free ...


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July 13th, 2021

5 TIPS FOR USING OUR FREE MOVING TRUCK

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SAVE SPACE, TIME, AND MONEY Every new customer’s favorite thing about renting at Modern Storage® has got to be our FREE MOVING TRUCK. That’s right! When you rent a 5x10 unit or larger, we offer you a FREE 15-foot box truck to help move all your items into your new storage unit. But, what do you do if this is your first time driving a moving truck? Do you know how to pack it? We understand that you may have a lot of questions, and that’s why we’re here! From packing up your belongings to loading them onto the truck, we have several tips for getting the most out our FREE moving truck in one trip. Tip #1: Use the Right Moving Supplies Before you start packing up your belongings, be sure to gather all the essential moving supplies. This includes sturdy boxes, plastic wrap, packing tape, etc. It’s very important that your belongings are packed with the proper protection since they may shift while in transit. Luckily for you, all these moving supplies are sold at every Modern Storage® location! Our experts even have some packing tips to help you started. Tip #2: Find Some Help Are you planning to pack and load our moving truck all by yourself? Your truck reservation slot is only for four hours! You need some help! While planning your move, ask friends and family if they can help load and unload. It is never a good idea to lift and carry heavy furniture, boxes, and other items by yourself. Tip #3: Disassemble Your Furniture Furniture can take up a lot of unnecessary space. Trust us, we would know. To save yourself some room and time in the moving process, disassemble as much of your furniture as possible before your move-in day. This will help you maximize your space in the truck more efficiently and save you from lifting and carrying all that weight at once. Tip #4: Load Your Items Correctly Now, you’re ready to load the moving truck! Always load your largest and heaviest items first. This ...


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July 13th, 2021

7 STEPS TOWARDS PACKING YOUR STORAGE UNIT

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LEARN HOW TO PACK YOUR STORAGE UNIT THE RIGHT WAY So many new storage customers ask us “How do I pack my storage unit?” as they prepare to rent with us. Well, we have the moving essentials, packing tips, and organizing expertise to help you! From packing up your belongings to packing up your storage unit, we would love to show you how to get it done the right way. How to Pack for Your Storage Unit Let’s get started!Here are the seven steps you need to take to get your stuff packed up successfully: #1: Make a Checklist Make a list and check it twice! Keeping a checklist handy helps you make sure you not to forget to pack something. This is especially true if some of your belongings need to go into your storage unit, while others need to go somewhere else.As you get things packed, check them off your list and keep the list as long as you have your storage unit. You may forget something is there after a while! #2: Get the Right Boxes Get an assortment of boxes to fit everything you want to store. If you find that you’re running out of boxes, just head to your Modern Storage location and you can buy more from us! Any leftovers can be returned through our buyback program.Anything small or loose needs to be boxed up, but larger items can be wrapped and stored individually. #3: Wrap Everything Up Wrap up all furniture, electronics, artwork and other large items so there aren’t any scratches on them after moving. Bubble wrap is great for this step, and we have plenty at every Modern Storage location if you need extra.Delicate smaller items going into boxes need to be carefully wrapped as well. Try not to pack them too tightly, as that will put too much pressure on the items in your boxes while they are being stored. You don’t want anything to break or crack! #4: Tape It Shut Making sure you have strong packing tape during a ...


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July 13th, 2021

4 HELPFUL TIPS TO MAKE MOVE-IN DAY A BREEZE

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MOVING DAY TIPS AND TRICKS Planning a big move? We must say, you’re already on the path to success because you’re reading up on ways to do it best. Just for you, we have four moving day tips and tricks of the trade from our storage experts that should help you feel more prepared and ready. #1: Plan Your Move Having a plan may seem like something most would do without even thinking, but too many people just forget and decided to “wing it.” Don’t be one of those people! By putting together a moving day plan, you can save hours by avoiding the last-minute scrambles of grabbing and throwing your stuff into a car. Have a plan in mind of what you want to keep, trash, and donate. Then, trash and donate what you need to. This way, you can more easily decide where everything you’re keeping needs to go. #2: Start Packing Early Feel like you have so much to do, with so little time? You’re not alone! Even though it may seem impossible, you need to try and pack up as much as you can as soon as you know you’re moving. Leading up to moving day, it helps to set aside at least 30 minutes a day to pack. That’s not too much to ask! As you box things up, get them stacked and organized into groups according to the what is inside and where you would like it to go. Not only will this help clear a path into and out of your home or office for moving day, but you it will also make you feel amazing to see your floors and countertops free of random stuff! #3: Have a Storage Unit Ready By planning your move and packing up early, you should get a good idea of how much stuff you really have. If you have too much stuff to fit into your new home or office, it’s time to looking into storing with a storage facility. If you need help finding a storage unit in Little ...


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July 13th, 2021

HOW TO GET YOUR HOUSE READY TO SELL IN LITTLE ROCK

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3 HELPFUL HOME STAGING TIPS If you have watched any amount of HGTV shows in your life, you should know a lot about home staging. But for those of you who are less familiar, home staging is the process of preparing your home to appeal to the highest number of potential buyers. Because first impressions are everything when selling your house, home staging is very important. Not sure where to start? There are the three action items we recommend you take to get your house ready for the Little Rock market. With the help of a few friends and some extra space, you could be getting your house ready to sell in no time! #1: Declutter Every Room Nobody wants to tour a house full of clutter. Not only is it an eyesore, but it makes navigating every room a struggle. That is why decluttering should be your first step in getting your house ready to sell. Start by walking from room to room and deciding which items are necessary for each space. While you may often use the extra chairs in your living room or the exercise bike in your office, they do not add anything to the appeal of those rooms. The key is to minimize unnecessary furnishings to make each room feel larger and more open. This is where renting a self-storage unit will really come in handy. Just put your extra furnishings into storage unit while your house is on the market. Then, you can come back to get those items when you are ready to move into your new house. #2: Remove Personal Items It can be very difficult for potential buyers to envision their family living in your house if they see a constant reminder of your family everywhere they look. So, the next step in getting your house ready to sell is to remove any distracting personal touches. Take down and box up any family photos, religious symbols, collectibles, paraphernalia, and knick-knacks. Then, rent a secure storage unit at any Modern Storage® location to ...


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July 13th, 2021

HOW TO PACK A MOVING TRUCK

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TIPS ON PACKING AND LOADING A MOVING TRUCK Not sure how to pack a moving truck? When you’re moving yourself from Point A to Point B, you need all the help you can get. From the way you load your furniture to the kinds of moving supplies you use, there are many ways to maximize the storage space in the back of a moving truck without having to make multiple trips back and forth. Want to pack and load a moving truck like a pro? We have ten tips for you!   #1: Find the Right Moving Truck If you aren’t utilizing the help of a local moving professional, you have to make sure you start by renting the right moving truck. From smaller cargo vans to larger 26-foot moving trucks, most truck rental companies offer many sizes to choose from and will help you pick the right one. A huge bonus to storing with Modern Storage is that new customers can also use our 15-foot moving truck for free! #2: Get the Right Moving Supplies Before figuring how to pack a moving truck, make sure you gather all necessary moving supplies like sturdy boxes, storage containers, plastic wrap, packing tape, mattress covers, a dolly, moving straps, furniture pads and moving blankets. Because your belongings might shift in the moving truck during transit, it’s important everything is packed with proper protection. This may mean adding moving blankets and padding to fill in the gaps between boxes and other belongings. Thankfully, Modern Storage has tons of moving supplies available for purchase like boxes, tape, bubble wrap, mattress covers, and more in case you run out. Just stop by any of our Little Rock self-storage locations and we will take care of you. #3: Find Some Help No matter how strong and independent you are, you don’t have to pack a moving truck alone. You should never lift heavy furniture, boxes, and other items by yourself! Before you start moving, ask your friends and family for help loading and unloading. Most will always accept pizza and a ...


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July 13th, 2021

OUR MOVING TO LITTLE ROCK RELOCATION GUIDE

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MOVE AND STORE IN STYLE Did you know? Little Rock is the capital of Arkansas and holds the largest population in the beautiful Natural State. This city is bustling with life and has more fine restaurants, breweries, and shopping than anywhere in the state. If you need a better reason to relocate, we can go on! While big in personality, the Little Rock metro area is actually small and easy to navigate. You can quickly reach all kinds of necessities like grocery stores, local businesses, schools, and more. Anything you need will be just minutes away! No matter where you choose to live in the city, we hope you plan to take it some stunning views of the Arkansas River and the Little Rock skyline. But, before you get there, we promised you a Little Rock relocation guide full of tips. Let’s get started! Plan Your Move Storage and moving go hand-in-hand, which is why the experts here at Modern Storage® know a thing or two about how to make your moving day a success. Whether are coming in from across the country or across the South, we have some relocating and moving tips you need to read: How to Make Moving Day a Breeze How to Pack a Moving Truck How to Combat a Raining Moving Day How to Move During Winter Without Getting Sick How to Make Moving Day More Fun Move Your Stuff Now that you have decided on relocating to Little Rock and planned your moving day, you need to start thinking about storing it. Perhaps you’re worried about storage space in your new home. Or maybe your first home in Little Rock will be a temporary one. Either way, you need to take a hard look at everything you’re moving and decide where it needs to go. Sell There are numerous online platforms such as Facebook Marketplace where you can post valuable items for sale that you do not want (or need) to store. Donate If there are other items you do not need or want, you can always donate them to a local Goodwill store ...


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July 13th, 2021

IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR!

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IT'S THAT TIME OF YEAR! SELLING YOUR HOUSE? MOVING? LEAVING COLLEGE FOR THE SUMMER? We are coming up on that time of year when the housing market is booming, people are moving, and many need a place to store belongings. From Spring Break to Labor Day, everyone seizes the opportunity to move. It makes sense. The weather is ideal for moving! College gets out at the beginning of May. There are many students that attend colleges close to our self-storage facilities, and others that live in other states or countries. When school gets out and they need to clean out their dorms, they don’t have a way to take their belongings back home with them. Especially when you are flying back home for the summer and returning in the fall. At Modern Storage, we provide a stress-free place to transition during every key moment in life. We have smaller units that are affordable for every college student's budget. We also save you money in other ways, like with our free moving truck. Questions to Ask Yourself When you are gearing up for your summer move, there are a few things to consider: · How much space will you need?· How long will you be in the unit?· Do you need climate control or non-climate control?· Will your new home or apartment have any storage? If not, you may want to consider a long-term unit.· What is an affordable price to figure into your budget?· Will you need boxes, moving supplies, or a moving truck? We strive to be the best and make a move stress-free for you. You can come by and pay in person or call and pay by phone. We also offer the option to pay online, with our easy-to-use online portal. You just make an account and pay online, or set up auto-pay from your personal account. Whatever your storage needs, we have you covered! ...


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July 13th, 2021

MAKE YOUR LIFE EASIER WITH THESE PACKING AND MOVING ESSENTIALS

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YOUR MOVING AND PACKING CHECKLIST Here at Modern Storage, we try to make your move go as smoothly as possible. It’s stressful enough making the decision to move in the first place! To make life a little bit easier for you, we have all the packing and moving essentials you need at every Modern Storage location. The best part? Each item is $10 or under!Now that you know what you’re in for, let’s get to our list of essential moving supplies: Moving Boxes Boxes need to be at the very top of your packing and moving essentials list. If you can’t borrow or find boxes on your own, you need to purchase them. We have small, medium, large, and extra larges cardboard boxes on hand to accommodate whatever you need to box up.Plus, if you don’t use all your moving boxes, you can get a refund through our buyback program. See? We thought of everything! Bubble Wrap Newspaper and linens can only get you so far when packing up valuable or breakable belongings. For these delicate items, we could not recommend bubble wrap more.That’s why we keep both small and large rolls of bubble wrap in stock. Stop by the Modern Storage facility nearest you anytime to grab this essential packing and moving supply. Packing Tape When it comes time to close the moving boxes you packed, we are not fans of the folding and tucking technique. There is no way that will secure your items safely. You need packing tape!We sell packing tape in single rolls as well as packages of three.Just make sure you tape both the bottom and top of the box thoroughly using the “H” taping method, and you will be good to go. Mattress Bags If accidents happen during your move, an unprotected mattress could be the first victim. Imagine if you dropped the mattress, or it rained on your moving day! Beyond that, if you plan to store your mattress uncovered, it could easily become a trap for dust, allergens, and pests.We suggest ...


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July 13th, 2021

WHAT TO EXPECT ON MOVE-IN DAY

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MOVING INTO A STORAGE UNIT IS EASY AT MODERN STORAGE Today is the day! Whether you are needing more room in your garage or embarking on an adventure in a new home, you have decided to rent a storage unit here in Little Rock. We’re so grateful that you’ve chosen Modern Storage to help store your items! You may be wondering “now what?” as you get ready to start moving into a storage unit. We’d like to help put an ease to your moving day worries. We’ve put together some answers to the most common concerns new storage customers face. Will Your Storage Unit Be Secure? Our staff is welcoming and our office environment at every location is beautifully upgraded with a modern edge. At Modern Storage, you can feel secure in your storage decision every time you stop in.Each Modern Storage location is equipped with top-of-the-line security cameras, exterior lighting, and controlled access gates. When you start moving into your storage unit, you will know immediately that we care about the safety of you and your belongings. What Do I Bring on Move-In Day? Moving into a storage unit at any Modern Storage location is easy as pie. The only documentation required to start your unit rental is your driver’s license and our “New Customer” form. This form is just a quick way for us to obtain your contact information for our system. Within minutes we will have a rental rate, lease, and personal gate code pulled up for you and ready to go! From there, you can access all your account information online throughout your lease with us. Are There Tons of Paperwork? Nope! Thanks to the power of technology, we will only require ONE signature from you to take care of all your documentation on move-in day! How easy is that? How Long Does Signing Paperwork Take? We know our customers are busy bees. Because our leasing process is so simple, most customers on move-in day are only in the office for about 10 or ...


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July 13th, 2021