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Moving Without Fear: Successful International Relocations Amid Covid-19 By Crown Relocations
The current global pandemic has added more layers of uncertainty to international relocations. In order to make the experience seamless, there are several facilities one should enquire about from their moving company during the move in such times. There are also some practical steps that one can take for safety and hygiene. To minimize physical contact and instances of faceto-face interaction, request a virtual consultation. A virtual consultation minimizes instances of face-to-face interaction. It also enables discussing moving needs with the mover while being guided through the home using a mobile device. With a lot of uncertainty regarding lockdowns of cities, it is hard to agree to a fixed move date, having flexible moving dates can make the process easier. Check with your moving provider that they are able to accommodate this flexibility. In case of any unforeseen event that a move is postponed, it is crucial that one has the access
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to a storage facility that will be made available to store any items until the moving date. The ability to store items safely, even without needing to utilize the offer, can help manage stress and uncertainty when it comes to relocating. Having access to these critical services can go a long way in moving without fear.
