A lot of people are using the new year rush to get themselves placed in a new home. Sometimes a new you, also means a new home. People are packing up and finding new views with the sunshine up above and the home market wide open. Do you know of anyone thinking of making their way to a new place? Let us help make that transition a bit easier with these apps!
WalkScore
When beginning your moving process- check the location out first. Learn about the neighborhood, view crime and safety, and see what locals are saying. You can even get a list of nearby stores and map out a commute report for car, bike and bus.
Zillow
Browse homes for sale and for rent. Search near top-rated schools and explore neighborhoods. Save your favorites and get instant updates on those listings.
HotPads
Sometimes you need more options or you simply want to “shop around” for different listings. Quickly contact landlords, gawk property photos, explore area stats, and save as many faves to your Favorites as you like.
Houzz
Found the perfect apartment? Get your creative juices flowing and try out a few floor plans before any heavy lifting. This app provides all the tools and information you need to complete your next home remodeling or decorating project.
Price: Free
Dolly
Need a hand moving in? Dolly can help! Dolly is a fast, easy, and affordable way to get help moving furniture between apartments, pick up that exercise bike purchased on Craigslist, or get stuff delivered home from stores like Lowe’s, Crate & Barrel, and IKEA.
GoShare
Just need a truck or van? GoShare connects drivers who have a pickup truck or cargo van with businesses and people who need help moving, delivering or hauling on demand.
TaskRabbit
Book a top-rated handyman. From furniture assembly to TV mounting, we’ll take care of your home maintenance needs. For similar services, also check out Sortly.
Airtasker
Maybe your moving only needs extra hands on the actual cleaning of your new or old home. House cleaners on Airtasker are available to work around your schedule for weekly home cleaning, fortnightly home cleaning, one-off house cleaning or spring cleaning.
LetGo
Now that you’re ready to get packing, let go of those high school momentums that haven’t seen daylight in years. Quickly sell things your list on LetGo and find other great deals nearby.
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