The MPs Blog
Moving tips and hacks for your next move
What our crews have learned moving New Yorkers across the street and across the country.
Moving Tips
Oct 20, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Read Reviews and Choose the Right Moving Company
How to look past star ratings, spot fake reviews, and combine what customers say with credentials and pricing to choose the right mover.
Oct 6, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Move a Refrigerator Successfully
Defrost, disconnect, plan the route and use an appliance dolly: a step-by-step guide to moving a refrigerator without damage or injury.
Aug 4, 2026 · 5 min read
How Many People Does It Take to Move a Piano?
From spinets to grands, here is how many people each type of piano takes to move, what it weighs and when it is time to call the pros.
Dec 16, 2025 · 5 min read
How Far in Advance Should I Hire Movers in NYC?
Most NYC moves should be booked 4 to 8 weeks out, and summer moves even earlier. Here is why timing matters and how to plan around it.
May 6, 2025 · 5 min read
How to Check If a Moving Company Is Legitimate
Licensing, valuation coverage, reviews, honest estimates, and payment terms: how to tell a legitimate mover from a scam before moving day.
Long Distance
Sep 15, 2026 · 4 min read
What Is the Average Cost to Move From New York to Florida?
What a New York to Florida move typically costs, why published averages can mislead, and five ways to save on the trip south.
Jul 29, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Move Long-Distance With Pets
From the last vet visit to the first night in a new home, here is how to keep dogs and cats safe and calm on a long-distance move.
Apr 8, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Choose a Long-Distance Moving Company
Licensing, real estimates, honest reviews, and reasonable deposits: six checks that separate trustworthy long-distance movers from the risky ones.
NYC Living
Aug 25, 2026 · 5 min read
How to Find Rent-Stabilized Apartments in New York City
What rent stabilization covers, why it matters for NYC tenants, and where to look to land one of these sought-after apartments.
Jun 9, 2026 · 6 min read
Breaking a Lease in NYC: Your Rights and Options
Protected reasons to end a lease, what your early termination clause means, and how to negotiate with your landlord when you need to leave a New York apartment early.
Mar 24, 2026 · 4 min read
Understanding the 3X Rent Rule
The 3X rent rule asks that you earn three times the rent. Here is how to check the math and what to do if you fall short.
Jan 13, 2026 · 4 min read
What Salary Do You Need to Live in NYC?
How income and rent fit together in New York, plus eight everyday habits that help you stretch your budget and enjoy the city.
Sep 23, 2025 · 4 min read
Pros and Cons of Living in Manhattan Compared to Brooklyn
Manhattan offers location, round-the-clock convenience, and career access, but Brooklyn often wins on space, cost, and family life.
Jun 17, 2025 · 4 min read
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Manhattan?
From the Upper West Side to the West Village, here are eight Manhattan neighborhoods worth considering and what sets each apart.
Mar 4, 2025 · 4 min read
What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Brooklyn?
From Bay Ridge's small-town feel to Williamsburg's energy, here are seven Brooklyn neighborhoods worth considering for your next move.
Costs & Pricing
Jul 7, 2026 · 5 min read
Should I Tip My Long-Distance Movers?
Whether to tip long-distance movers, how much to give using percentage or hourly methods, and kind alternatives if cash is tight.
Apr 21, 2026 · 4 min read
What Day Is the Cheapest to Hire Professional Movers in NYC?
Why Tuesday through Thursday are usually the cheapest days to hire NYC movers, plus the pros and cons of a weekday move.
Feb 10, 2026 · 4 min read
Flat Rate or Hourly Movers: Which Is Better?
How flat-rate and hourly moving prices compare in New York, when hourly can be cheaper, and why a fixed price usually protects your budget.
Nov 4, 2025 · 5 min read
Avoid Hidden Fees When Moving in NYC
The hidden costs of moving in New York City, from stair and long carry fees to parking tickets and peak-season premiums, and how to avoid them.
Aug 12, 2025 · 5 min read
How Much Does It Cost to Move a 1-Bedroom Apartment?
What it typically costs to move a 1-bedroom apartment in NYC, how it compares with studios, 2-bedrooms and houses, and how to save.
May 20, 2025 · 4 min read
How Much Are Movers Per Hour in NYC?
Typical hourly rates for NYC movers, what pushes them up or down, and five simple ways to keep your moving bill in check.
Feb 3, 2025 · 4 min read
What Are the Average Moving Costs in NYC?
Typical moving costs in New York City, from DIY truck rentals to local apartment moves and long-distance relocations.
Jan 14, 2025 · 5 min read
How Much to Tip Movers in NYC
A practical guide to tipping movers in New York City, with typical per-mover amounts by move size and tips on when and how to hand it over.
Packing
May 26, 2026 · 4 min read
Tips to Pack Antique, Sensitive, and Fragile Items
Glassine, upright packing, full wrapping and careful measuring: practical ways to protect antiques, heirlooms and fragile pieces during a move.
Mar 3, 2026 · 4 min read
How to Pack Books for Moving
Sort by size, pack by weight and keep boxes small: a simple method for moving a book collection without bent covers or torn pages.
Dec 2, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Pack and Move Electronics Safely
From labeling cables to backing up data and padding screens, here is how to move your electronics so they work the moment you plug them in.
Sep 9, 2025 · 4 min read
Mistakes to Avoid When Packing for Relocation
Procrastination, wrong supplies and no essentials bag are just a few of the packing mistakes that make moving harder than it needs to be.
Jun 3, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Get Free Moving Boxes in New York City
Grocery stores, cafes, liquor shops and giveaway groups: nine places around NYC to collect moving boxes without paying for them.
Mar 18, 2025 · 4 min read
How Many Moving Boxes Do You Need?
From a studio to a full house, here is how many moving boxes to plan for and the factors that push the number up or down.
Jan 28, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Pack Dishes for Moving to Keep Them Safe
A step-by-step method for wrapping, boxing and loading plates and fine china so every piece reaches your new kitchen intact.
Office Moving
Jan 27, 2026 · 4 min read
Items to Throw Away Before Moving an Office
Old files, extra lamps, dead pens, and surplus cabinets: what to clear out before an office move to save time and money.
Oct 28, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Move a Business to Another State
Sole proprietorships, LLCs, and corporations each have different options when they cross state lines. Here is what to know before and after the move.
Storage
Oct 14, 2025 · 4 min read
Items That Require Climate-Controlled Storage
Leather, wood, art, instruments, and appliances are the first things that belong in a climate-controlled unit. Here is why.
Jul 15, 2025 · 4 min read
What Can and Cannot Go Into a Storage Unit?
Pets, plants, food, hazardous materials, and non-running vehicles are banned from storage. Here is what you can keep there instead.
Apr 29, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Organize Storage Units to Maximize Space
Load the walls first, go vertical, take furniture apart, and use pallets and shelves: seven ways to fit more into your storage unit.
Feb 18, 2025 · 4 min read
How to Determine the Size of the Storage Unit You Need
A size-by-size look at storage units, from 5x5 closets to 10x30 bays, and how to match one to your apartment or home.