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Looking for temporary housing in Washington DC?

Whether it’s a last-minute call, a way to test the waters before committing to a single decision or your house not being quite finished yet – you’re looking for a temporary home. If you’re moving to Washington DC or are in the middle of a long-distance move, you’ll find that the rent, much like the property values, can get genuinely astronomical.

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Pack Your Dishes For Moving Without Breaking Them or Going Insane

Going somewhere else to live is exciting, but it also comes with its unique challenges. When moving, you need to take special care that all of your precious, fragile items get to where they're going in one piece. It is simply not enough to stack them in a box and hope for the best – that's just a recipe for disaster. What you should do instead, for your ease of mind, is follow this guide to make sure none of your fine china or commemorative glasses get broken up during your move. Firstly, pick a medium-sized box you're planning to use for your dishes. Immediately afterward, - label it! Make sure the label informs about the box's fragile status, as well as which side up it should be. From the moment you pack this box to...

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