Worried about relocating with your family? Don’t know how to transfer your child to a new school or help them prepare for the move? Yes, moving is hard. Yes, moving is stressful. And yes, moving with kids is hard and stressful. But let this guide help make this experience a little less anxiety-inducing. We’ll cover […]
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The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the average American moves over 11 times in their life. That’s a lot of moving! When you prepare to move, you think of the obvious things like finding packing supplies and hiring movers. One often-forgotten task is changing your mailing address, but it’s key to making sure you don’t miss
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Moving to Des Moines? Volunteering is a fantastic way to meet new people and give back to your new community! Des Moines is home to several nonprofits that welcome volunteers. Here are five incredible organizations to check out as you settle into life in Iowa’s capital. Everybody Wins! Iowa One Des Moines nonprofit is Everybody
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Are you moving to Cedar Rapids or the surrounding area? Not sure where to start your search for the best school district? With so many great choices, the process can be overwhelming. As an Iowa native, I’m here to simplify your search! Let’s dive into the top 3 school districts in Cedar Rapids, where I’ll
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Buying a house can be daunting—especially if you’ve never done it before. Luckily, we’re here to help. Here’s a quick overview of buying a house for first-time homebuyers. First, we’ll go over key concepts, including a down payment, realtor, broker, mortgage, and more. Then, we’ll give you a checklist for buying a house that breaks
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Event planning requires fast thinking, creativity, and exceptional organizational skills. To offer you insights from an expert, we interviewed Maddix Stovie, a former event planner at the Cedar Rapids Economic Alliance turned business owner of Simply Things by Maddix. Maddix has planned a wide range of events, from citywide farmers markets to high-profile happenings like
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