It finally feels like summer, and here at Men on the Move, we know our busy season is kicking into full gear. Around this time of year, there are lots of awesome things happening in and around Detroit, and we have our eye on a few we wanted to tell you about. For those of you looking to buy a new house or move there are plenty of real estate events happening in and around Detroit! Here are a few that we’d think you’d like!
Get out of the house this summer and enjoy all Detroit has to offer!
First Time Homeowners Classes and Seminars
Want to buy your first home but don’t know where to start? Here are a few classes around the greater Southeastern Michigan area that can help you prepare for homeownership:
Free First Time Home Buyers Class:
When: Thu, June 7, 2018, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Where:
Wayne Community College
21000 Northline Rd, Taylor, MI 48180
Taylor, MI 48180
Here is a lecture that talks about the ins and outs of avoiding bidding wars when purchasing a new home
When: Thu, May 10, 2018 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Where:
Fresh Start Homes Michigan
1074 East Avon Road
Rochester Hills, MI 48307
Want more real estate classes, events, meetups, and networking opportunities? Here is a link to a list of upcoming events happening around Detroit.
No matter where you are in your home search, remember the company that can help make your move easier. We here at Men on the Move can help move you anywhere in the state of Michigan. We’ve moved college kids, families, businesses, the elderly, and more all over Michigan with no problem! We’re a trusted and reliable local moving company that can help your next long-distance move! Get a free quote from our website here;
Motorcity Comic-Con:
When: May 18th – 20th
Where: 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI 48374
Celebrating everything comic book and nerd-related. The Motorcity comic con is the place to go when you want to get your nerd on. Here is a link to their website, so grab your favorite costume, bring your kids, and enjoy the celebration of everything comic-related!
Detroit Zoo Events:
The Detroit Zoo has lots of curated events and happenings going on all summer. From their Mother’s day brunch to Dinosaur exhibits, the Detroit Zoo has it all. Check out their list of events going on and get yourself out to the zoo!
Tiger’s Baseball
Nothing beats a Tiger’s game during the summer. So make it a family tradition and get out to the ballpark. Here is a link to all their games so you can pick out a game that you can attend.
DCFC
It’s finally soccer season here in Detroit and the locally owned grassroots Detroit City Football Club are already off to a great season. Want to check out what all the hype is about? Here is a link to their website and matches happening all summer long.
MetroTimes List Of Summer Events:
Get a full list of all the concerts, art exhibits, and local events happening in Detroit on the MetroTimes website. They have a large comprehensive list of all the happenings going on in your neck of the woods. Check it out and get yourself out of the house!
Are you looking for something to do in the Sterling Heights, Troy or Rochester Hills area? First of all, whether if you are new in town, a local or are just cruising through the streets, there are great spring events that are happening this year, right on the east side.
Many events are popular based on top picks, location, and free stuff. Here are a few just to get started!
Sterling Heights Shred Day
Shred Day will take place on Saturday, April 7, 2018, from 8 a.m.- 2 p.m. Also, it will be held in Sterling Heights at the DPW (7200 18 Mile Road) and will consist of shredding documents at no charge. The shredding of paper will be recycled and residents will only be able to permit this event. A list of accepted materials include:
• White ledger paper
• Manila folders
• Envelopes with or without windows
• Hanging file folders
MI Earth Day Fest 2018
This year, the MI Earth Day Fest will be held on Friday, April 20th-Sunday, April 22nd and will be located at the Rochester Municipal Park (600 Pine St. Rochester, MI 48307). With this fest, you will be able to explore healthy, green living along with shop at 100+ exhibits. Also, there will also be free samples, presentations, wellness checks, live entertainment, award ceremonies, door prizes, a parade, a RARA 5K run and delicious food. For more information, check out www.miEDF.com.
Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
Who doesn’t like a good show? From Lewis Carroll’s classic fairytale, Alice in Wonderland, the Macomb Ballet Company will take you on a journey you won’t forget. Dates and times for this special event are May 4, 2018, at 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. Also May 5, 2018, at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. It will be held at the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts (44575 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48038). Ticket prices vary, so if you’re interested, check out www.macombcenter.com.
Did you just recently move to the Troy, Sterling Heights or Rochester Hills area and are looking for fun things to do this spring? Or perhaps you’re looking for a local mover to help you move to any one of these cities? Finally, give us a call or contact us today to learn more about the upcoming spring events and your future move!
So you’ve finally moved into your new place and are all settled in. What better way to celebrate your new home ownership than with a housewarming party! Having a housewarming party is a great way to introduce yourself to the neighborhood and show off your new residence to friends and family. Need a few good housewarming party ideas that won’t break the bank? We here at Men on the Move have a few ideas for your housewarming party ideas on a budget! Here are a few tips and tricks that’ll make your housewarming party amazing.
Different types of parties-
Some people like to have an open house style party, others like to do a dinner party style. The number guests you want to host will determine what type of housewarming party you’ll have. For a large number of guests, we recommend an open house style.
Keep Track Of Who Came
Having a guest book is not only a great way to know who showed up, but also gives you a chance to collect names and addresses of friends and family members. If you have gifts it’ll also help you when mailing thank you cards.
Feeding Your guests-
The best food for a housewarming party is easy to make, low maintenance, and food you like yourself. The classic appetizers, finger foods, and premade items will make your day less stressful and more fun! For the main dish consider what can feed more at a low cost. Foods like hamburgers and hotdogs, build your own sandwich or taco bar, or make your party a potluck!
Entertaining Your Guests
Nothing says “new home fun” like outdoor yard games set up a good old-fashioned corn hole or giant Jenga. Board games, card games, and even video games will make a nice way to entertain your guests!
Ultimately having a housewarming party is about having a good time. Remember not to stress out too much about it, because friends and family will understand.
Remeber, if you need a moving company that’ll make your new house into a home, call Men on the Move. We’ll move you into your new place easily and efficiently! Click here for a free quote.
When you think of your dream home you may have a list in your head of what you want. It might be a big kitchen, a walk-in closet, or a nice porch or deck you can enjoy the outdoors on. Purchasing a home with a deck not only gives you access to the great outdoors but also gives you home more space to entertain and host guests. When purchasing a home with a deck or porch, you need to be diligent in inspecting it before you purchase your home.
Also, looking over and inspecting the deck in question will help you save money and headaches in the long run. If you purchased a home with a deck that is unsafe or falling apart replacing it will cost you and eat into your budget. We here at Men on the Move want your move into your dream home to go smoothly so we made a list of things to look for when purchasing a home with a deck or porch.
Remember, for all your moving needs choose Detroit’s best – Men on the Move! Now onto the list.
Making sure your next home’s deck is safe will save you time and money!
You are probably wondering “What should I be looking for when purchasing a home with a deck”. There isn’t much out there on the internet regarding this topic, but if this is part of your ideal home, you need to do your research.
Ask who built the deck. You need to know if it was a homeowner with DIY ambitions or a professional. If you know that it was the homeowner you need to be especially leery. Most DIYers don’t know all the proper regulations and can lead to fines, or worse, accidents. If you know that the deck was built by the homeowner, and they are not a professional, get the deck inspected by a professional.
You need to look closely at things on the deck to make sure it is in good condition. Things such as wood, posts, railing, and foundation. Any signs of rotting is an immediate red flag, especially on posts (and bases), beams, and ledgers. These repairs can be costly or worse unfixable. You can save yourself a lot of time and money by inspecting these elements for rot and decay.
Walk across the deck a few times to feel the for the structure of the deck. There should be NO movement when you walk across it and no weakness in the boards. Any wobble (especially on a second story deck) is an immediate red flag that you should walk away from. You should also look to see if there are any bumps or warping in the boards. If there are undulations, that is a red flag for foundation issues. Unless you have money in your budget to fix these issues, stay away.
If you are unsure if the deck or balcony is safe, get it inspected. There are lots of local companies out there who will inspect your potential deck for any issues. Just like you’d get a used car inspected, you should do the same for your porch.
We hope this list has helped you with your decision making. Remember, whenever you decide to move, hire a professional and make it go smoothly! Get your free quote today!
You may have noticed that Men on the Move has gone with a new look this year. For 2017, we decided to freshen up our website and give customers an easier more appealing site to navigate. At Men on the Move, we want to take the hassle out of moving and by providing you with an easy way to contact us is a priority to us.
Of course, no matter what city or area you live in we have a number for you to call. Don’t want to fill out a quote form? No problem, look right across the top of our site for any of our four phone numbers. In addition, we always have a moving expert ready to take your call and help you with any questions you might have. Need a quote fast? Use our easy quick start quote, all you have to do is select the quote you want and hit submit and it will take you right to your form.
Already know the quote you want? Simply select one of the green buttons and away you go to the quote you need. Also available, if you look at the bottom right, we have online chat, even if it says offline, feel free to leave us a message! If you need to move over 40 miles, secure storage, moving supplies, or like to read our blog, the nice large icons will take you there. Also, you can learn what others have said about Men on the Move by scrolling down and reading our testimonials.
The next time you are looking for a qualified mover, remember Men on the Move. Furthermore, Men on the Move is the recipient of Angie’s List Super Service Award as well as voted Best of Detroit by the Metro Times. Finally, support a veteran owned and operated business and hire Men on the Move the best local mover in town!
MEN ON THE MOVE Earns Esteemed 2016 Angie’s List Super Service Award. This award reflects company’s consistently high level of customer service
Men on the Move has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award, reflecting an exemplary year of customer service to members of the local services marketplace and consumer review site in 2016.
This achievement is particularly significant as Angie’s List experienced unprecedented member growth in 2016. More than 1.6 million consumers, many of whom were eager to quickly hire highly qualified service pros, joined Angie’s List after the company added a new, free membership tier.
“Companies that can meet higher demands without missing a beat in their exemplary performance standards truly do stand apart from their peers,” said Angie’s List Founder Angie Hicks. “Only a fraction of the moving and storage companies in Metro Detroit Area were able to do it.”
Angie’s List Super Service Award 2016 winners have met strict eligibility requirements, which include an “A” rating in overall grade, recent grade, and review period grade. The SSA winners must also be in good standing with Angie’s List, pass a background check and abide by Angie’s List operational guidelines.
“Men on the Move is proud to have won this award for the 5th straight year, Awards like this are because of the hard working dedicated people I have working for me”
– Gary Bulson – General Manager/Owner
Service company ratings are updated daily on Angie’s List as new, verified consumer reviews are submitted. Companies are graded on an A through F scale in areas ranging from price to professionalism to punctuality.
For more than 21 years, Angie’s List restricted access to its verified reviews to consumers who paid membership fees. When the company removed that barrier, some companies worried that the new, non-paying members would not be as engaged as members of the past. Experience has shown, however, that these newly added members are just as engaged – across all age groups – as prior members. Also, because the company continues to adhere to its review verification process, there has been no degradation of review quality.
“The biggest change at Angie’s List is that we are connecting, even more consumers to high-quality service professionals,” Hicks said. “And that’s good for everyone.”