About Ethan Greenfield

Ethan is a relocation professional and an ex-moving coordinator. He has experience in handling relocations from start to finish with the consumer in mind.
Now, Ethan is dedicated to sharing his knowledge with as many people as possible in order to help them have a better moving experience.
Ethan Greenfield's work has been featured in established industry organizations like Move for Hunger (Non profit organization) and The American Moving and Storage Association.
His work has also been featured in mainstream medias like Zillow, BuzzFeed and others.

You can contact Ethan directly at [email protected]

Ethan Greenfield's posts:

How to check if a moving company is legitimate

September 7, 2021September 7, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When getting ready to move out, it’s critical that you only work with a legitimate moving company that is properly licensed by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and in particular – by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). The thing is that if you fail to do your homework beforehand, you could potentially end

How to tell your landlord you’re moving out and give a notice to vacate

September 2, 2021September 2, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Find out how to write a notice to vacate correctly.

So, you have found a new place to call home and want to move out of your rental. You can’t just leave, though – there are a lot of things to take care of before you can vacate the property and move to your new place. You need to pack your belongings and organize your

How to move a grill to a new house

August 31, 2021August 31, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When you’re getting ready to move to a new house, you’ll want to make sure you’re also moving your favorite grill with you so that you can continue to enjoy fun BBQ gatherings in the backyard of the new place. Above all, you’ll want to know how to move a grill safely to ensure the

How to evaluate moving companies

August 26, 2021April 19, 2022 Ethan Greenfield

So, you’re moving house and have made the sensible decision to enlist the help of professional movers. Knowing that your relocation will be handled by experienced professionals will certainly help reduce the stress and anxiety associated with the moving process, but to get a peace of mind, you need to be confident that your move

How to pack small kitchen appliances for moving

August 24, 2021August 24, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Your kitchen has got to be one of the most difficult rooms to pack for a move so you should make sure you tackle it fairly early in the house packing process. Whatever you do, don’t underestimate the time it takes to pack a kitchen for moving. In most cases, you’ll be genuinely surprised by

How to pack with socks when moving

August 17, 2021August 17, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When packing clothes for moving, you never really worry about how to pack your socks, do you? You never even think about your socks during the house packing process simply because they have got to be the easiest pieces of clothing to pack for a move. Socks are not fragile, they cannot get wrinkled or

How to move a swing set to a new home

August 11, 2021August 11, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Find out how to move a swing set safely and efficiently.

The backyard playground is more than an entertainment area for the kids – it’s a locus of adventures, challenges, and fun. It has a special place in your children’s hearts and they would be truly upset to no longer have it. So, leaving the swing set and play equipment behind when moving to a new

Do movers charge extra for stairs?

August 3, 2021August 3, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When you’re moving out for the first time and you’ve hired a moving company to help you with the most difficult aspects of your house move, then one thing you may be worried about is whether your mover will charge you extra for any hidden costs that you had no idea even existed in the

How to pack silverware for moving

July 29, 2021July 29, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

The best way to pack silverware for moving.

The kitchen is, arguably, the most difficult room in the house to pack – it is full of heavy, fragile, and oddly-shaped items, each of which represents a specific packing challenge. Kitchen utensils – and silverware, in particular – make no difference. They can easily tarnish or get otherwise damaged during a move – and

5 Things You Can Learn About Yourself When Moving

July 27, 2021July 27, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Moving to another home is a huge project that should not be underestimated by whoever is getting ready to move out. That’s right, a house move is a serious matter… but it’s also a chance to learn something new about the house moving process in general and… about yourself as well. Believe it or not,

What to know when moving into a house with a pool

July 22, 2021July 22, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Tips for moving into a house with a pool.

Living in a house with a pool seems like a dream come true – taking a refreshing dip in the cool water after a long summer day at work, sunbathing and relaxing on the pool deck on weekends, having fun with family and friends by the poolside… A swimming pool brings comfort and luxury to

What to do with unwanted clothes when moving

July 20, 2021July 20, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Clothes are one of the easiest household items to pack and move to another house, if not the easiest ones. Why? First of all, they are not breakable like glasses, or kitchen plates, or porcelain figurines so you don’t really have to worry about how your clothes will reach the new place. Yes, they might

How to move your alarm system to a new house

July 15, 2021July 15, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Moving an alarm system to a new home may be very easy - or absolutely impossible.

Setting up a security system is a smart way to protect your home, your family, and your belongings. And since your alarm system is specifically designed to fit your needs, it makes sense that you will want to take it with you when moving to a new house. In most cases you will be able

How to pack speakers for moving

July 13, 2021July 13, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

With your house move just around the corner, you may be wondering how to best protect your speakers for the bumpy road ahead. Speakers can be rather expensive, especially when it comes to large floorstanding speakers, so you want to make sure those pieces of hi-tech equipment are packed up in the best possible way

How long does it take movers to load a truck?

July 8, 2021May 25, 2023 Ethan Greenfield

When planning your move, you need to know how long it takes movers to load a truck.

When using professional moving services, you expect competence and efficiency – and you’re right to do so. The pros have specialized equipment, extensive training, and rich experience that allow them to work quickly and effectively – so you can rest assured that they will perform your move in the safest and smoothest way possible. Yet,

Do you pay movers before or after the move?

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When moving from one home to another, one of the questions that you might be worried about is when to pay movers – before or after the move. This is a legit question, especially when you’re using the services of a professional moving company for the very first time. It goes without saying that you

Do you need to empty drawers when moving?

July 1, 2021July 1, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

It's recommendable to empty drawers when moving.

Moving furniture is challenging on many levels: Most furniture pieces are heavy – and, therefore, difficult to lift and carry; Most furniture items are bulky – and, therefore, difficult to manoeuver around; Many furniture pieces are oddly-shaped – and, therefore, awkward to handle; Many furniture items are quite delicate – and, therefore, vulnerable to damage;

How to pack boots for moving

June 29, 2021June 29, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

When moving from one home to another, you’ll surely reach the moment when you’ll have to pack your shoes for moving. And when you do, you’ll also want to know how to pack boots for moving – the bulky and heavy footwear that can be rather tricky to pack safely due to their larger size

How long does it take to pack a house?

June 24, 2021June 24, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

How long does it take to pack for a move?

It’s a well-known fact that packing for moving is extremely laborious and time-consuming. But how time-consuming exactly? How long does it take to pack for a move? Obviously, the answer varies depending on a number of factors – the size of the move, the available packing help, the speed of packing, etc. Having a general

What to do when your neighbors are moving away

June 22, 2021June 22, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Life is very much unpredictable and you have no way of knowing what tomorrow will bring. A house move may be waiting for you just around the corner… or it may have already made an appointment with your neighbors. The moment you learn that you neighbors are moving away, you may feel a sense of

How to pack neckties for moving

June 17, 2021June 17, 2021 Ethan Greenfield

Packing for a house move may not be easy, but some things are definitely easier to pack than others. Packing clothes, for example, is a pretty straightforward task – clothes aren’t heavy or fragile, so all you need to do is put them in boxes, suitcases, or bags and they’re ready to go. Yet, when

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