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Just bought a house in a coveted school district? Yay for your child’s education! Moving to be closer to family and friends? Hooray for that built-in village every parent needs! Moving away from ...

Prepare for a move weeks or months in advance by decluttering and securing free or low-cost moving boxes. Label and color-code boxes by room and pack essentials in a separate, easily accessible box.