Are you home shopping? With thousands of homes for sale, looking through endless real estate listings can be a tiring process. You'll normally find that the process is much more manageable if you narrow your focus to houses that fit your criteria (and pretend you don't even know the others exist). What does that house look like for you? What features and amenities are must-haves and what are like-to-haves? Do you need a big backyard for your dogs? How many bedrooms do you need? Is your new neighborhood safe? What about the commute? Once you've narrowed it down, the search becomes much less overwhelming.
Black Friday is crazy! If you brave the crowds you can really get good deals! If you have recently moved to a new town and don’t know where to shop, check to see if these stores are in your town. These places are offering great deals on Black Friday! To help you navigate all the sales, we have compiled the store hours, deals, and shopping tips to give you the best Black Friday strategy around! This year, Black Friday is November 23, 2012.
Black Friday Store Opening Hours
These are the opening times we were able to find online. Remember, individual store hours may vary, so check your local ads and local stores to double check.
Stores opening on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day:
Wal-Mart is opening starting sales at 8 p.m., 10 p.m. and midnight.
A friend recently moved from The South to Connecticut. After seeing the results of last night’s election, she was surprised that she had moved to a strong Democratic state—it’s something she hadn’t thought about before she moved. If you are planning a move, and you feel strongly about moving to a state with residents who vote predominately for the political party you’re affiliated with, take a look at the Election Results Map below. It’s color-coded based on 2012 Election Results.
*Red states are those that voted Republican majority for Mitt Romney. Blue states are those that voted Democratic majority for Barack Obama. As of right now, Florida is still awaiting final results, but several news networks have called the state for Obama.
Unless you're in Arizona, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, the U.S. Virgin Islands, Guam, American Samoa, or the Northern Marianas Islands, don't forget to set your clocks back this weekend! Daylight Saving Time officially comes to an end Sunday, November 4th.
And you know what that means... an extra hour to do whatever you wish! If my kids will participate, I plan to sleep (and I consider that a gift). What about you? How will you spend your extra hour?
We are pleased to report that, with the exception of our Carlstadt, NJ terminal, the ABF terminals impacted by Hurricane Sandy are operational today. However, in the aftermath of the tropical storm, many are still experiencing service inturruptions. If you are moving into or out of an area serviced by one of the ABF terminals listed below, you may experience service delays today. If you have questions about the status of your reservation or shipment, or if you need assistance rescheduling your move, please call 800-240-7422 or email moving@upack.com. You can continue monitoring service center closings and disruptions at www.abfs.com/closures.
Below is a list of ABF terminals closed 10/30/12 due to Hurricane Sandy. If you have a U-Pack move scheduled in an area serviced by one of these terminals, please contact U-Pack at 800-240-7422 to speak with a U-Pack service consultant. If you do not have phone service, please email moving@upack.com.
Following the aftermath of a hurricane/tropical storm, ABF is bound to federal, state, and local municipality safety mandates, which dictate service areas we are able to conduct business in. We will resume service in these areas as soon as conditions allow. The U-Pack Blog staff will continue updating closings as they become available to us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the people impacted by this damaging storm.
Below are the ABF terminals that are closed today due to Hurricane Sandy. If you have a U-Pack move scheduled in an area serviced by one of these terminals, you can call the U-Pack call center at 800-240-7422. If you need help determining if your location is serviced by one of these terminals, visit the U-Pack Coverage Map and enter your city, state, or zip in the "City Finder" tool. The terminal servicing your city will be listed above the map.
Following the aftermath of a hurricane, ABF is bound to federal, state, and local municipality safety mandates, which dictate service areas we may conduct business in. We will resume service in these areas as soon as conditions allow. We will continue to update the U-Pack Blog with closing information, or you... Read More
I’m not sure how I missed this. I’m usually fairly on top of things happening both politically and in the moving realm (especially in an election year). But, I just ran across a news story on CNN.com from back in September that grabbed my attention. Reportedly, a U-Haul truck, packed with security equipment for a campaign event featuring Vice President Joe Biden, was stolen right out of a Detroit hotel parking lot. But no worries, the U-Haul and most of its contents were recovered the very next day. And, the event carried on as planned. Whew.
Of course, this news report made me wonder... as a consumer, what would happen if my rental truck got stolen while I was moving? Let’s say I’m moving across the country, so ... Read More
So, I just read a very interesting article in Search Engine Land that absolutely everyone thinking about moving should read.
It looks like the US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science & Transportation has written to Google, Microsoft, and Yahoo! asking the popular search engines to examine the practices of some moving services that are using "bait-and-switch" tactics on consumers who find the companies as a result of an online search.
You never know what you’ll find in your new city. If you’re moving to (or traveling through) New Orleans, LA; Boston, MA; Stockton, CA; Coney Island, NY; or Biloxi, MS, have we got a treat for you... Check out this infographic that shows five of the best timed eating contests in the country.
They’re not just something to see at your local county fair anymore!
Now days, competitive eating is all the rage. In fact, there’s an organization called IFOCE (International Federation of Competitive Eating) that hosts eating competitions across the world. Take a look at some of the most recent records – you’ll be amazed, impressed and maybe even a little grossed out. Who wants to miss seeing folks eat a truck-load cupcakes, matzo balls, h... Read More
It’s almost St. Patrick’s Day! We hope you’ll have your green on. We sure will!
How about taking a break from packing to enjoy a parade? This infographic shows some of the nation’s most unique and historic St. Patrick’s Day parades. If there’s one in your area, check it out! And if you’re moving to the Kansas City area, you might want to build a float (in your spare time). The winning float entry wins tickets to Ireland!
Spring isn’t just when people get started planning their cross-country moves, it’s time for BASEBALL! Major league baseball teams across the country are traveling to warm, sunny locations to start spring training – and you’re invited to watch! If you’re moving to Arizona or Florida, you’ve got a chance to see some your favorite teams in action. Check out our newest infographic about Baseball’s Grapefruit and Cactus Leagues.
Florida’s Grapefruit League spring training officially kicked off on March 3rd. This year 236 games will be played in 14 locations across the state of Florida. The 15 teams playing spring ball in Florida are: the Braves, Orioles, Red So... Read More
As I sit at my desk, eating a piece of yummy chocolate cake to celebrate a co-worker’s birthday, I notice U-Pack’s most recent infographic: Fun Runs – all about “shaking off some winter weight.” Ahh... back to reality.
I started a “Couch to 5K” training program fall of 2010, and ran my first 5K last spring. Loved it! While I haven’t gotten to the point where I love running, I do love race day. It’s a great activity with friends and family, you get to post fun group pics on Facebook, and, of course, there’s the goody bag and t-shirt.
So take a look at the Infographic I mentioned above. It points out some &... Read More
Since some studies show that organic foods are more beneficial than their conventionally grown counterparts, more and more people are moving to this seemingly healthier style of consumption. And while most communities in the US offer some type of organic or farmer’s markets, there are some locations that are definitely known as “organic cities,” thanks to the abundance of organic markets available in the area.
If you’re moving to a new city, and you’ve made the switch to organic-only consumption, it’s not a bad idea to do some research to determine what the options are in your new community. This U-Pack infographic is a great place to start: Eating Organic -- Cities with the highest percentages of organic food consumers. Based on a one month study, it depicts the areas of the c... Read More
What better way to celebrate the ending of one phase of life and the beginning of a new one than a fun vacation?! Moving across the country with U-Pack gives you the freedom to do just that. While professional drivers drive the moving truck, you can just hop in your car with a few suitcases and the essentials, and experience some cool places along the way. How’s that for making moving fun?
Check out this U-Pack Infographic: Affordable Travel Spots in the United States. It’s a great infographic that shows five fantastic locations to visit as you travel across the country, and gives some tips on things you can do to travel on the cheap.
If your cross-country move is taking you out West, there are some absolutely amazing sites you don’t want to miss... even if it’s during the cold winter months!
Check out this U-Pack infographic depicting five U.S. National Parks that are big on winter activities. In some of these locations you’ll need snow chains, wind-proof coats and insulated undergarments; in others you’ll be basking in the sunshine without a snowflake in sight. The beauty of travelling in the US!
Be prepared to experience some amazing winter landscapes and activities!
Has your move taken you out West in the wintertime? We would love to hear what you did along the way!
Not to brag, because this doesn’t happen very often, and I definitely don’t want to jinx it, but Arkansas is experiencing some amazing (granted unseasonal) spring-like weather. It’s January and today’s high is 68° and it’s supposed to be in the 70’s by the end of the week! This time last year we were about to experience record-breaking snow falls in the area. We’ll take it!
But, I know that “real” winter is coming, and some parts of the country are already experiencing it in full-force (namely Alaska). While I prefer sunshine over snow any day of the week, there’s something to say about wintertime fun. In fact, the cities mentioned in this U-Pack infographic – Quirky Winter Events – look like tons of fun to visit. If you’re moving to or from areas that might take you through Anchorage, Ala... Read More
If you’ve ever wondered where people are moving, the most popular times they move, and how far in advance they start getting moving quotes, now’s your chance to check it out.
I’ll go ahead and give a little spoiler – what state would you guess topped the list of the most inbound moves in 2011 (that’s the “moving to” location)? Here’s a hint: It’s as far west as you can get in the U.S., and it’s not Oregon or Washington...
It’s that time of year again folks, people are starting to plan Spring Break vacays! While tropical locations are probably most popular, many spring breakers plan to head to cold-weather, powder-laden destinations for a little fun in the snow.
This infographic naming the five states with the most ski and snowboard mountains comes at a perfect time for vacationers, but it’s also good info for folks planning to move. How exciting to move to a location where a weekend skiing trip is a short drive away. Check it out!
Oh, and would you believe that the state of New York has 52 mountains to ski and snowboard?
If you’re moving to the West Coast—specifically Oregon, Washington or California, you may be pleased to know that you’re moving to areas where you have first-hand access to some of the tastiest wine in the country. According to Food & Wine Magazine the West Coast is the home to the top vineyards in the U.S. And when you consider that wine grapes need at least 1,400 hours of annual sunlight during the growing season to ripen properly, it makes sense that this portion of the country would be optimal.
This West Coast Wineries infographic, just released in the U-Pack Press Room, depicts some of these locations (and never mind that they’re beautiful too).
Since 1790 the U.S. census has been tracking the mean center of the U.S. population. According to this infographic, titled How Moving Companies are Changing the U.S. Landscape, at first count it was 23 miles east of Baltimore, but over the years it has moved steadily west, and more recently south. I’m certain I would have never guessed the current population center (as of the 2010 census). Plato, Missouri — an incorporated village in Texas County, Missouri with a population of only around 2,000.
The infographic also depicts the “30 Best Cities for Starting Over,” the “Top 10 cities in the U.S. by Population,” and “The Most Common State-to-State Moves.” It’s definitely worth checking out.
If you’re a Culinary Entrepreneur, hoping to open a restaurant, here are some cities you may want to look into: Top 5 Cities to Open a Restaurant.
This infographic looks at the country’s top spots to open a restaurant calculated by business-friendliness and the strength of the local restaurant scene—and there are a few surprises!
If you’re from one of these areas (or a frequent visitor), our readers would love to know your recommendations!
Happy New Year from your friends at U-Pack Moving!
Whether you moved near or far in 2011, our hope is that you’re able to look back on your experiences and call it a great year. And now, as you move into 2012, may you have even more reasons to celebrate!
As you celebrate the New Year, we thought you might like to know about some of the most unique New Year’s celebrations in the U.S.; take a look at this infographic just released in the U-Pack press room. Here’s a hint: They include a giant peach, a falling baby, a haunted ocean liner, Egyptian queens, and five levels of interactive fun. Enjoy!
How did you celebrate the New Year? We would love to hear!
What screams "it's Christmastime!" louder than a beautifully decorated Christmas tree? Okay, maybe Santa. But Christmas trees surely are at the top of the list. And there are some amazing ones around the country. This Must-See Holiday Trees infographic, just released in the U-Pack press room, depicts the country's most festive firs, pines and spruces. Check it out!
I had no idea that the Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree in New York ranges from 69 to 100 feet tall. And the Swarovski Star that has topped the tree since 2004 — do you have any idea how big it is? It's 9.5 feet in diameter and weighs 550 pounds! Who knew? Hurry if you haven't seen it yet; the tree normally comes down the 5th week after the ceremony or the 8th week after its arrival.
Okay, I don't want to spoil all of the surprises, but I'... Read More
I love the holiday season. There's just something that feels magical about this time of year— the parades, festivals, parties and twinkling holiday lights all around town. Who doesn't love that! I may be the only one who didn't realize this, but did you know there are only 11 days until Christmas?! That means, if you haven't been out to enjoy the holiday festivities and lights in your area, now's the time!
And that brings me to this infographic just released in the U-Pack Press Room— Decorative Holiday Towns. If you enjoy holidays as much as I do, you'll definitely want to check out five of the best towns in the U.S. to visit (or live in) during the holidays. I'm actually visiting one of these locations this weekend. Along with thousands of others, my family will b... Read More
Based on information from the U.S. Census Bureau, we know that "attending or leaving college" is one reason a fairly large number of people relocate each year. For people hoping to become a chef, restaurant manager, food researcher, nutritionist, food salesman or food stylist/photographer, that may mean a move across the country to attend an awesome culinary school. And they're everywhere. In fact, these days you can find one in just about every state in the U.S. But if you want to go beyond just your home state, and your goal is to attend the best cooking school in the country, check out the infographic on the Nations' Top Culinary Schools. It shows the top schools by region— including New York, Texas, Illinois, Arizona and California.
Most high school students beginning their college search will probably tell you that there's a little more to choosing a college than just educational opportunities (much to their parents chagrin). They might even tell you that while the campus is a hugely important decision-maker, the surrounding city is just as important. The college experience reaches far beyond the classroom walls— students care about what there is to do off-campus too.
Check out this infographic just released in the U-Pack Press Room. It Ranks the Top 7 Cities in the U.S. with the Highest College Student Population. Certainly worth a look if you're in the market for an enjoyable (and educational) college experience. I have to say, I was surprised by a few of these.
I don't know about you, but we kicked the holidays off right this year. On Halloween night, two little people, dressed as Strawberry Shortcake and Spiderman, left my house with two huge, empty, plastic jack-o-lanterns at 7:00pm. They walked back in the door at 9:00pm with more candy than we'll be able to eat in a year (though the chocolate may or may not already be gone). Fun times and great memories!
No doubt others across the country had the same successful "candy collecting" experience. That's especially true for the folks in the cities mentioned in this infographic, just released in the U-Pack press room; it shows the Top 5 Cities to Trick-or-Treat in 2011. The rankings are based on property value, walkability, population density and crime... Read More
Is it as interesting to you as it is to me that there are states where as many as one in every 29 people play fantasy football? And some of them are absolute Fantasy Football fanatics. In fact, there's actually a "Fantasy Football Fanatics" LinkedIn group. For real folks. According to a 2010 Sports Illustrated article, it's estimated that close to 20 million people play.
If you're not familiar with it, basically Fantasy Football gives regular people the opportunity to be General Managers and Coaches of their own virtual NFL team. Let's face it, a dream-come-true for lots of people. So you get to call the shots. And if your team fails that week, there's no yelling at the TV…it's all on you.
Normally you'll get a group of 10-12 friends or co-workers together to create a league. Then you select a website to mana... Read More
If you can't get enough bratwurst, schnitzel and strudel; you look good in lederhosen; and a night filled yodeling and doing the chicken dance sounds like a good time— have we got an infographic for you. Check out the Top Oktoberfest Celebrations Around the U.S. Fun times!
Inspired by the two-week festival held each October in Munich, Germany (which is known as the largest fair in the world), these U.S. cities go all out when October rolls around. It's not-stop entertainment— almost like experiencing the streets of Munich, right here in the U.S.
Do you know of other great Oktoberfest Celebrations across the U.S.? We would love to hear about them!
It's that time again— ghosts, goblins, princesses and pirates roaming the streets, asking for candy. Halloween!
People LOVE this time of year. The air is crisp. Leaves are turning and falling to the ground. What better time to have a party! Did you know that Halloween is the 2nd most decorated for holiday— right behind Christmas? Even if that surprised you, I have a feeling you won't be shocked when I tell you that it's also the top holiday for candy sales. Who can pass up those little bite-sized Snickers® and Reece's Peanut Butter Cups®? Not this girl.
If you love a great Halloween festival or party, there are some great places to visit across the U.S. Some of them you may have heard of before, some of them, I'm guessing you haven't. This infographic on the ... Read More
This weekend, my husband and I watched Moneyball at the theater. If you haven't seen it, you should. Great movie— whether you're a baseball fan or not. While the story and concept behind what Billy Beane did with the Oakland A's was super interesting, it made me think beyond how the game is won because it's also a story of fan loyalty. It's not difficult to show-up for a team when they're on top, with all of the best, well-known, highest-paid players. But it's a little more difficult when they're on a losing streak and the talent pool doesn't seem quite as awesome.
In my former life, I worked as a residence hall director at a university. During that time I picked up on the importance of living on-campus, especially for underclassmen. Studies show that students who live on campus have higher GPAs, are more likely to graduate, do a better job of making friends and getting connected, have less stresses about money, become more successful leaders, and have a better over-all college experience. I'll take that.
So what are the colleges with highest student population living on-campus? Check out this infographic just released in the U-Pack Press Release – Dorm Life: Living On-Campus. A little interesting tidbit you'll find on the infographic: 40% of college students nationwide live in on-campus housing.
One of my co-workers just recently started doing something I think is really cool. He and his wife have a goal to visit every Major League baseball stadium in the U.S. So far they've marked four off their list: Rangers Ballpark to see the Texas Rangers, Chase Field to see the Arizona Diamondbacks, Busch Stadium to see the St. Louis Cardinals and Kauffman Stadium to see the Kansas City Royals. They've got somewhere around 25 more to go— that ought to keep them busy for a while! What an awesome addition to your bucket list.
Their excitement about visiting these great baseball cities actually prompted an infographic that I think you'll like— especially if you're a baseball fan too. You'll probably like it even more if your team made the list! Take a look at the Top 5 Must... Read More
Students at Johns Hopkins University take advantage of a win-win situation by donating unwanted items for charity fundraising efforts during the JH U-Turn drive, an annual dorm room move-out sale benefitting local United Way organizations.
Fort Smith, Arkansas— Student giving is a common theme across many college campuses. What's not so common about the charitable donations by Johns Hopkins University students is the fact that they're turning trash into treasure for an outstanding cause. That's why ABF U-Pack Moving jumped at the opportunity to assist with the university's JH U-Turn event for the second year in a row, benefitting the Johns Hopkins Neighborhood Fund and United Way of Central Maryland.
JH U-Turn is a yearly event designed to reduce the waste generated from the mass... Read More
Each year, U-Pack Moving evaluates the total number of moves completed through their services to determine quality standards. U-Pack is releasing the 2010 claim ratio portion of their findings to remind consumers that options for moving safe are always available.
Fort Smith, Arkansas— With 7 million people relocating to another state each year, it's no wonder that damage is a big concern for families making a long distance move. Whether it's a self-move or full service option, moving can often hold the potential for dents and scratches to the items being moved. By releasing their loss and damage claim results for the previous year, U-Pack Moving has set out to inform consumer... Read More
U-Pack Moving Lends Support to 100th Homes for Our Troops Build Brigade
The nationwide moving company will provide ReloCubes to hold materials donated by local businesses and organizations that will be used during the 3-day Build Brigade for Sergeant Kenny Lyon in Fredericksburg, VA.
Fort Smith, Ark. – Out of over 22 million United States veterans, nearly 30% are disabled according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Despite the many organizations designed to provide help for veterans, it's not uncommon to hear of military men and women struggling to overcome the difficulties that arise from a service-related injury. When U-Pack Moving discovered the opportunity to work with Homes for Our Troops, a non-profit organiz... Read More
Over the past few years, the U-Pack bloggers have been watching to see which posts readers have found the most useful and the most interesting. That's why we're introducing ’Flashback Friday': each week, U-Pack will revisit a blog topic that's been helpful and fun for our readers. Be sure to check the comments section of each post for even more valuable moving advice!
It's pretty interesting when you can catch a glimpse into how society grows and changes. Since U-Pack's report on the national moving trends of 2009 was a hit with lots of visitors to the blog, we decided to do a mini-study on moving trends around one of the most-mentioned states in the previous report— Texas. Look for the 2010 Texas report next week; in the meantime, here are the highlights from the most recent look into U.S. migration patterns from U-Pack!
The best property apps to help with your move: before, during, and after!
Technology is a great thing— thanks to Apple gadgets and the Android platform, we can now use our phones/handheld devices for anything from video conferencing to finding the best restaurant in an unfamiliar town. If you can use your phone for other everyday tasks, why not take advantage of the best apps out there to help streamline your move? U-Pack has compiled a Top 10 List of the Best iPhone/iPad Property Apps that are perfect for helping to organize, plan, and even execute a smooth move from start to finish.
What are some of the best property apps? One of the most important steps in making a move is finding the perfect home. For help scoping out your ideal residence, the best app list... Read More
U-Pack Works with Safe Kids Savannah for Child Safety Fundraiser
Preventing accidental childhood injuries is the top priority of Safe Kids Worldwide. U-Pack Moving is teaming with Safe Kids Savannah, a local Safe Kids coalition in Georgia, to store donated goods that will be sold in a community-wide sale to raise funds for kid safety awareness projects.
Fort Smith, Ark. — It may come as no surprise that most kids are accident-prone. However, many people aren't aware that accidental injuries are the number one cause of death among children in the United States. Safe Kids Savannah is one of over 600 Safe Kids Worldwide alliances in the nation whose purpose is to educate families on accident prevention and child safety, and U-Pack Moving is honored to be a part of their annual fundraiser for kid safety awareness efforts.
ABF U-Pack Sponsors Toys For Tots Christmas Charity Event
ABF U-Pack Moving service centers in Pennsylvania participated in two local Toys for Tots Christmas charity parades. ABF U-Pack donated the use of ReloCubes for collection and transportation of donations accepted during each parade, benefitting the regional Toys for Tots program.
The United States Marine Corps Reserve is well known for operating the Toys for Tots program, a Christmas charity event that gives new toys to underprivileged children during the holidays. By providing the use of two moving containers to hold donations during the annual drive, U-Pack was able to participate in the mid-Pennsylvania Toys for Tots campaign for the second year in a row. &nb... Read More
Consumer Review Sites Contribute to Enhancement of U-Pack Moving Services
U-Pack Moving has formed a new partnership with Kudzu, one of the premier online review sites for consumer voice. U-Pack embraces the era of online social interaction by utilizing consumer reviews to connect with customers and gain valuable feedback.
Fort Smith, Arkansas— Consumers often rely on the overall opinion of fellow shoppers. According to a recent Nielsen study, over 70% of those surveyed noted their trust in consumer reviews. That's why U-Pack Moving recently expanded its list of legitimate review sites to watch to include Kudzu, which encourages customers to provide honest feedback of their U-Pack moving experience.
Listening to customer voice is a way for businesses to gather valuable information that may have been missed otherwise. U-Pack Movi... Read More
The infographic referred to in the press release below was released just last week and has gotten an impressive response. It tells an interesting pictoral story of how the population explosion has affected the earth, and what to expect over the next 40 years. Make sure you check it out and tell us what you think!
World Population Infographic Tells a Shocking Story
An infographic by ABF U-Pack Moving tells the intriguing story of how the world's population explosion is impacting the world we live in.
Fort Smith, Ark.— Nationwide moving service, ABF U-Pack Moving, recently conducted a research study focused on compiling data into a World Population Growth infographic entitled How Humans Run the Earth. This descriptive infogr... Read More
Early this week, ABF Freight System, Inc., the transportation service for ABF U-Pack Moving, announced the filing of legal actions against the International Brotherhood of Teamsters (IBT) and YRC Worldwide. ABF filed the lawsuit for violations of the National Master Freight Agreement (NMFA), which is the collective bargaining agreement that covers most unionized trucking employees in the nation.
ABF Files Legal Actions Against Teamsters, YRC Companies
ABF SEEKS IMMEDIATE RESOLUTION, FINANCIAL DAMAGES FOR VIOLATIONS OF NATIONAL COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT IN AN AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE APPROXIMATELY $750 MILLION
ABF DEMANDS LEVEL PLAYING FIELD CONSISTENT WITH INTENT AND PURPOSE OF NMFA
(FORT SMITH, Ark., Nov. 1, 2010) — ABF Freight System, Inc.® (ABF), the largest subsidiary of Arkansas Best Corporati... Read More
U-Pack announces a new City Reviews Forum featuring comments from local residents who share first-hand experience about great places to live, eat, shop and explore in their city. Consumer surveys report that more people are relying on user generated content to make big money decisions. The U-Pack City Reviews Form was designed in response, to help users learn more about an area before moving cross country.
Fort Smith, Ark. — It isn't unusual for consumers to consider other people's experiences before making a large purchase. ABF U-Pack applied that concept to moving with the introduction of their new City Reviews Forum. The forum was designed to hel... Read More
Charity cycling events like the Pan-Mass Challenge provide ABF U-Pack the opportunity to help out a good cause— in this case, cancer research. U-Pack donated moving containers for on-site storage to the event and supported an ABF employee who participated in the bike ride.
Fort Smith, Ark. — ABF U-Pack recognizes the importance of giving back to the community and helping others in need. That's why on August 7-8, U-Pack donated the use of portable storage containers to the 31st Annual Pan-Mass Challenge. In addition, ABF U-Pack supported an employee as a cyclist in the weekend's fundraising event.
U-Pack Announces Discount Moving Boxes Available Through Enhanced Online Store
ABF U-Pack helps make moving more affordable by offering a discount on moving boxes and supplies through a newly redesigned online box store.
Fort Smith, Ark. - National moving service ABF U-Pack® has announced a 10% discount on all moving boxes and moving supplies at the U-Pack online box store. This discount applies to all customers with a U-Pack reservation. All boxes and moving supplies are shipped directly to the customer's door prior to moving day.
Consumers will also find U-Pack's virtual storefront easier to navigate as a result of ... Read More
U-Pack® Introduces Discount Moving Rates for Select Locations
National moving service ABF U-Pack Moving introduces significant summer moving discounts for consumers moving from select areas across the United States.
(Fort Smith, Ark.) — ABF U-Pack Moving® introduces special summer discount moving prices for customers moving from select U.S. cities, regardless of the customer's final destination. U-Pack is offering cheap moving options and moving discounts to help customers reduce moving costs while also adjusting equipment capacity among ABF service centers.
These moving discounts primarily apply to the ReloCube®, U-Pack's portable moving contai... Read More
In observation of Military Appreciation Month, nationwide DITY moving service ABF U-Pack Moving announces the addition of an in-house military relocation specialist and special discounts for military personnel moving cross country.
DITY Moving Service Announces Military Relocation Specialist
Fort Smith, Ark. — In conjunction with Military Appreciation Month, ABF U-Pack Moving announces the addition of a military relocation specialist and an exclusive military moving discount. Military personnel making a DITY move with ABF U-Pack are eligible for the discount and the services offered by the company's in-house specialist.
Ask anyone in the armed services— a military move isn't always easy. It can... Read More
Moving Service Assists Johns Hopkins University with Eco-Friendly United Way Fundraiser
ABF U-Pack, a nationwide moving service, has agreed to provide boxes, moving containers and trailers for the collection of donated items in an eco-friendly fundraiser at Johns Hopkins University.
(FORT SMITH, Ark.) — Johns Hopkins University has a vision of sustainability. They also have big-hearted students moving out of dorms with a lot of stuff they no longer want. Since ABF U-Pack Moving service likes to help out with a worthy cause and United Way is one of the most admirable, all have teamed up for an effort called JH-U-Turn that launches April 19, 2... Read More
In late February, a new moving company called MoveBuilder™ was introduced to the industry. Like the name suggests, MoveBuilder lets customers choose from a variety of moving services to build a move that works for their needs and budget. Even though most people like the idea of saving money with a U-Pack move, we understand that not everyone can do their own packing, loading and unloading. When you need extra help moving your belongings, we feel confident suggesting MoveBuilder.
Read all about the newest moving service to hit the streets in the press release below:
New Moving Company Lets Customers Build a Personalized Move (FORT SMITH, Ark., February 25, 2010) — National moving company MoveBuilder&tm; enables customers to "build" a personalized move. Customers can choose the ... Read More
Moving Service Reports Texas is Next Best Thing to Paradise
National moving service, ABF U-Pack Moving, releases annual moving trends report with good news for Texans. Two Texas cities ranked just below top-ranked Hawaii for the number of inbound moves in 2009.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., January 21, 2010) — Where's the next best thing to Paradise? Well, Texas of course. That is if moving trends reported by national moving companies are any indication. National moving service ABF U-Pack Moving® listed several Texas cities as hot spots in its annual long-distance moving trends report. There were more Texas cities with high levels of inbound moves than any other state.
Nationwide Movers Provide Tips for Peaceful Holiday Relocation
The holidays can cause enough stress without adding long-distance moving to the excitement. ABF U-Pack Moving offers money-saving advice and anxiety-reducing moving tips for those packing moving boxes during the holidays.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., December 15, 2009) — Moving has the potential to be stressful at any time of year, but pair moving with preparing for the holidays and anxiety overload is on the horizon. Holidays normally mean decorating, shopping, wrapping presents, cooking and hosting guests. Enjoying these traditional activities while moving boxes are invading a home can quickly turn into a logistical nightmare. When already anxious c... Read More
It's hard to believe there are only three weeks left until Christmas! Where has this year gone? Throughout 2009 we've had the opportunity to assist thousands of people in the middle of relocation. It has been an honor to have helped. I, along with the other folks at ABF U-Pack Moving, would like to wish each of you a wonderful holiday season.
Below you'll see a press release about an offer U-Pack has extended to charitable organizations across the nation. If you're involved in one of these organizations and ABF U-Pack can help, please let us know. If we are able, it will be our pleasure.
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Nationwide Relocation Company Offers Free Equipment Usage to Charities
(FORT SMITH, Ark., December 2, 2009) — Relocation co... Read More
Moving Service Driver Honored as a "Highway Hero" for Heroic Act
Stanley Gorczak ,a driver for nationwide moving service provider ABF Freight System, Inc., was recognized as a "Highway Hero" for coming to the aid of a Nebraska hotel employee.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., November 3, 2009) — ABF Freight System, Inc., which offers nationwide moving trailer and moving container services, is proud to report one of its drivers was recently recognized by the Truckload Carrier's Association (TCA) for an act of heroism. Stanley P. Gorczak was honored in early October by the TCA as a "Highway Angel" for rushing to the aid of a ... Read More
The BBB of Arkansas has awarded the highest rating possible to ABF U-Pack Moving®, a nationwide moving service. The bureau is the consumers' most reliable tool for researching the nation's best moving companies. U-Pack has been accredited with the BBB since 2001.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., September 29, 2009) – ABF U-Pack Moving, a nationwide "you pack, we drive" moving service, has been awarded an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau. This is the highest rating the BBB can bestow upon a company. U-Pack has been accredited since 2001. BBB accredited businesses must meet certain standards to qualify for accreditation and to retain that status as BBB movers.
ABF U-Pack was granted the A+ rating based on a number of qualifica... Read More
The name ABF U-Pack Moving is an obvious indication that U-Pack is a service of ABF. And that's something we're proud of. While you're traveling cross country, you may have seen our trucks with the green stripe and the yellow letters "ABF" across the side – they're a familiar site on U.S. highways these days. You may have also seen on our website where we tout that ABF is one of the safest, most reliable carriers in the U.S.
Love-Sick Video Contestant Wins Free Moving Services from ABF U-Pack
A young man longing to be closer to his love wins ABF U-Pack Moving® "What Moves You?" video contest and an opportunity for free moving services.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., August 11, 2009) — Transportation and moving services provider ABF U-Pack Moving conducted a video contest that asked, "What Moves You?" Submissions ranging from artistic to humorous, were posted on YouTube® for public voting. The winning video featured a young man in love, still living at home with his parents, longing to move closer to his girlfriend. ’Elliot' has won his choice of a free move anywhere in the Continental United States or a $1,000 gift card.
That might seem like the end of the story, but it gets ev... Read More
Heartwarming Wedding Planning Show Matches Up With ABF U-Pack
ABF U-Pack Moving® has begun providing transportation and moving services for Wedding Day, a new reality TV program revolving around wedding planning, where dream weddings are given to deserving couples who have overcome insurmountable obstacles.
(FORT SMITH, Ark., July 29, 2009) — Transportation and moving services for Wedding Day, a new cable TV reality program, are now being provided by ABF U-Pack Moving®. The program, which airs on TNT, is dedicated to wedding planning and making wedding dreams come true.
Each week Wedding Day sends a celebrity event planner and a wedding planner to make one lucky couple's dream wedding a reality. As the show unfolds, viewers are drawn into ea... Read More
In honor of Military Appreciation Month in May, we wanted to find ways to show our appreciation to soldiers serving overseas and those who are back home. We came across an organization called A Million Thanks and were so incredibly impressed by this young lady who took it upon herself to make sure the troops are given a proper thank you, that we wanted to take part in her effort.
So, through the month of May, the employees of ABF Freight System, Inc. along with several area schools took part in a post card campaign to write words of thanks and encouragement to our troops. We were able to collect over 2,000 cards that were sent to soldiers serving across the world and in the U.S.
Our hope is that as soldiers read these cards they'll get some sense of how grat... Read More
DITY Moving Service Conducts ’Card Drive' to Honor Military
In honor of Military Appreciation Month, ABF U-Pack Moving has mailed over 2,000 cards, letters and drawings to U.S. troops serving overseas. The ’card drive' took place throughout the month of May and was part of the "A Million Thanks" mission to show the troops support and appreciation. ABF U-Pack Moving is an approved nationwide DITY moving service based out of Fort Smith, Arkansas.
Fort Smith, Ark. (PRWEB) June 19, 2009 – To honor U.S. troops during Military Appreciation Month, ABF U-Pack Moving®, based in Fort Smith, Arkansas, conducted a ’card drive' by collecting thank you cards to send to U.S. troops serving abroad.
The Noisy Neighbor She was just about to drift off to sleep when it started…thump, thump, thump – the sound of bass from the stereo upstairs. Seriously? Then, as usual, the voices and laughter started. At least she thought it was laughter. Either that or a stray hyena wandered in from the Serengeti to give birth. Do these people ever sleep? That's it. She can't take another night of this. It's time to move.
The Wanderers Drinking coffee in an RV parked in the desert, a couple decides to move back home. After a decade of wanderlust, it's time to be close to family and friends again and settle into the home they've been dreaming of – that small cottage with a garden spot and a fenced yard. A puppy would be nice too. Maybe they'll start a travel business.
The Searchers Then there's the young ... Read More
Another reason so many people are using ABF U-Pack Moving…
Fortune's Most Admired Trucking Company Fortune magazine released its annual list of World's Most Admired Companies, and Arkansas Best Corporation – the parent company of ABF U-Pack Moving – is on that list. In fact, Arkansas Best is the highest ranking less-than-truckload motor carrier among the Most Admired Trucking Companies.
Only the Best We think it's a big deal! With all of the stories about unscrupulous moving companies, it's refreshing to know there are moving services available where you can feel ... Read More
Where's everyone going? ABF U-Pack Moving just released the 2008 Moving Trends Report. If you haven't read it yet, you should take a look. It gives some great information about where people moved to and from in 2008. Considering the state of the economy and the housing market, it has some very interesting statistics.
Moving to Texas? If you're planning on moving to Texas in the coming year – you're not alone. According to the report, more people moved to Texas from within the U.S. than any other state in the union. Something good must be going on in Texas! The folks at ... Read More
