Temporary Housing 101

Ready for an apartment make-over? Stop right there and read on!

Let’s do the Switch! If you live in a one bedroom apartment, swich your living room with your bedroom. This way, your living room becomes a different room and gains a door. Also, you could never miss a guest because the front door is in your bedroom. If you live with roommates, switch bedrooms with one another.

Color your world! Experiment with colors and design, choose different walls, have a painting party! But of course, don’t forget to tell the management first!

House of fun! Get rid of boring furniture and spruce up your living room. Rummage through garage sales and check out funky items and gadgets.

So, still bored with your apartment? No need to move out, just try these out!

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* Be creative when storing clothing. There will not be room to store clothing like you might at home. For instance, fold a t-shirt once vertically, and then roll it up. Using this packing method instead of traditional folding will save you drawer space.

* Walls are for more than hanging posters. Use corkboard or memo boards to display photos; this prevents picture frames from cluttering your desk.

* Take advantage of technology you probably already use. Using USB flash drives to save files eliminates the need to store CDs or floppy disks. Your iPod can even be used as an external hard drive.

* Don’t forget under-bed storage for your supplies. Also, many home stores sell “bed pockets,” storage you can hang from the foot of your bed.

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Living in a dorm? Here are some wise tips to store your items.

* Find out details about your dorm room and what is included. Many colleges and universities post floor plans and pictures on their Web sites. Will your desk come with shelving? Will you be provided with a chest of drawers or a closet? Will the door’s width fit standard-size door racks?

* Pack and move your dorm room supplies using double-use items. For example, use containers (such as Yaffa blocks) or mesh totes that you can load with belongings and use as storage once you are settled in your room.

* Think vertically when organizing your closet. Use double rack hangers to hang several items. Purchase a hanging shelf to store shoes, sweaters, or accessories.

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During Loading and Delivery

Make sure that you are present to ensure that all services are performed to your satisfaction.

Check the inventory sheet before signing. Don’t sign it if you haven’t checked your things!

Check if there was something left or taken by mistake.

At unloading, check off each item as it is delivered and make notations for loss or damage before signing the form.

Ask the driver to assemble anything that has been disassembled and ensure that all parts are there.

Be sure that items in storage are clearly marked and check if they are still there.

Hope it helps! Happy moving.

Moving? No problem! Here are some tips to make your move a smooth one.

Before Moving

Remove all items which you don’t need and materials which are hazardous.

Do not include precious items like money and jewelry. Keep them with you at all times.

Confirm schedules and services to be rendered. Notify the carrier preferably 2-3 weeks prior to move.

Make a list of items in offsite and hard-to-reach areas and also those items that will need special handling.

Check the access for loading and unloading at each stop for the move.

Do not have the phone disconnected at origin until after the house is empty.

Provide phone numbers at destination.

A way to save time and money while packing up your household is to make use of Moving and Packing Kits. These can be used for particular rooms or entire households. Compare the total costs of items purchased separately and watch out for sales. Some items included in such a kit which is good for a 5-6 room home are the following:

* 20 Small Moving Box
* 11 Medium Moving Box
* 10 Large Moving Box
* 4 X-Large Moving Box
* 5 Heavy Duty Box
* 6 Wardrobe Box
* 1 Electronics Box
* 2 Unprinted Newswrap
* 1 Bubble Wrap – 150 ft. Roll
* 1 Permanent Box Marker
* 7 Box Sealing Tape – Clear

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HOS or the Housing Options Service which can be found at 101 Orchardson Street is the place where you should go when you need housing advice, housing applications and homelessness prevention. They in fact give homeless people temporary shelter and give out the Housing Register and Choice Based Lettings system. Thousands of people apply each year but unfortunately many are not accommodated. But still, they do whatever they can to help those with housing problem. HOS online is made available to those who are looking for information regarding housing options available for them. At the moment there is a shortage in affordable housing because the demand is at far much greater than the supply.

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Although staying in a condominium would be a good way to start on the road to independent living, it might not be such a great idea for everyone.

Things to consider about staying in a condominium is that there are higher safety risks, considering that you may be living on the top most floor and that at any time natural disasters could strike. Moreover, staying in a condo costs a lot, from the fees to the unit itself. Consider your needs before picking out that condo, it might not be for you after all.

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Legs. Use Your Legs.

Here’s a healthy tip :  Legs. Use Your Legs…Walk… use the flight of stairs… Legs. Use Your Legs.

I was on the first floor waiting for the elevator. I was tired. I was in a bit of a hurry. Standing next to me was a healthy looking lady. She appeared to be in her mid-thirties. The elevator arrived. I smiled at the lady as we walked in. Now, what pissed me off was how she quickly pushed the button to get to the second floor.
That’s one measly flight of stairs.
The staircase is right next to the elevator.
In plain view.
Out of curiosity, as she stepped out of the elevator, I looked to see which unit she was heading into. She went into the one right next to the staircase.
If I wasn’t such a nice guy, I would have stepped out of the elevator and yelled at her for being so lazy.
We have legs, ladies and gentlemen. We should make good use of them.
Other people won’t be as forgiving as me.

Everybody is individual and unique and you are no exception.

    Having been a British colony for quite a long time, Hong Kong is very much influenced by the West. While there is a majority of Chinese that makes up its population, Hong Kong is also a home for people from Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, and Korea. It’s not a wonder why real estate in Hong Kong is getting bigger.
As such, citizens and tourists who are both into the much modernized Hong Kong metro have taken action of acquiring a home amidst the busy lifestyle. Hong Kong is no doubt a business central and many people just want to take part into the action. Condominiums are very sellable, and as such, it’s very noticeable how lavish their condo units are. Every common facility is equipped with high-end appliances and function rooms are very luxurious as well – game rooms, spas, saunas, meeting rooms, salons, intercom systems and all that. Some condominiums are also specialized to those who are retirees or committed to singlehood.