29 January 2010
Moving away is not easy. It is physically draining, emotionally exhausting and overall, stressful. If you are planning to make an international move, consider calling an international moving company to help you pack, store and ship your belongings overseas. This is a popular choice for international travelers who are looking to save money. International [...]
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28 January 2010
Moving away is hard. An international move can be even harder, which is why you need to pack all of your valuables securely so nothing gets left behind or broken. Shipping household goods overseas can be a nuisance if you do not take the precautionary first steps. If you do not want an international moving [...]
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28 January 2010
You’ve finally decided to make that big international move to the United Kingdom. Your bags are packed and you’ve already said goodbye to all of your friends and relatives. But, did you know that customs and regulations vary from country to country and you might not be able to bring all of your belongings? It [...]
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18 January 2010
FID International Inc. recommends purchasing marine insurance. There are times when for reasons beyond the control of FID International Inc (i.e. acts of God, fire, hijacking, etc.) when your goods may be damaged or lost. For this reason we suggest you always insure your goods (Note: The All Risk Marine Insurance includes war insurance, which covers [...]
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13 January 2010
Since every country has its own laws and customs regulations, it’s a good idea to study the etiquette and customs of your destination country beforehand. This will help you avoid any inadvertent problems after you’ve relocated. The country’s consulate is an excellent source of this information. There are often strict restrictions on what you can and [...]
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13 January 2010
To Do List Prior to moving day, you will be involved in preliminary packing (the consolidation and packing of your belongings mostly unbreakable such as linens, books, pots, toys, etc.) into cartons. On moving day our professional team of packers will arrive at your home with specially designed cartons, padded materials and, if necessary, custom-built boxes to [...]
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13 January 2010
USEFUL TIPS FOR SELF LOADING A CONTAINER Check with your local City Hall to see if you need a permit to have a 20’ or 40’ container positioned at your home or facility. Some trucking companies may require a copy of the permit prior to delivering the container. If you fail to acquire a permit where [...]
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