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5 tips for a seamless moving process (BPT) - Packing up your entire life and moving it somewhere new is an exciting, yet intimidating task. Whether you’re moving across the country or just down the street, you’re bound to experience all the ups and downs of the moving process. Between the packing, moving and eventual unpacking, the process seems never ending.

It’s easy to become overwhelmed when you look around your current home and ask yourself, “What am I supposed to do with all of this stuff?” First thing’s first, you need a plan. Don’t wait until the last minute to start cramming your belongings into boxes. Take some time to create a moving strategy before taking action.

If you’re planning a move and are struggling on how to get started packing, follow these tips from Apartment Therapy and Staples for a smooth and painless moving process.

• Don’t wait to get organized. Don’t make

the mistake of procrastinating. Even if you’re not planning to move anytime soon, you can still take small steps to help your future self. If your home feels like chaos, slowly organize each room, one at a time. When it comes time to pack up and go, you’ll be better prepared to take on the challenge.

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• Purge before packing. View the moving process

as a shining opportunity to clear out the clutter. Don’t move anything you won’t need or want in your new home. The more items you donate or throw away, the less you’ll have to pack and move. Your new home will also feel more like a fresh start after paring down your belongings. For added convenience, some charitable organizations offer a pick-up service for donations.

• Color code and pack by room. Using moving

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each box contains items from only one room. You’ll be able to simply drop a box in a room of your new home and not have to move it again until it’s unpacked. Color coding the boxes by room is helpful to anyone helping you move or unloading the moving truck. They’ll know exactly where to drop off each box.

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• Become a label person. Don’t waste time running around searching for lost documents or important items.

When it comes to organization, storage and moving, labels are your best friends. Take an inventory of all the boxes you’ve packed so you’re sure not to lose track of any. Keep a master list of each box and its contents in case anything gets lost. For the safe-keeping of important documents, file them in clear boxes so they’re conveniently stashed away until you need them.

• Stay organized in your new home. Once

you’ve made it to your new home, it’s time to unpack and organize.

If you’re going to make the effort to organize, you might as well get excited about it. Instead of using plain boxes and containers, consider

using decorative totes and boxes that look as good as they store. You can use these to develop an organizational strategy in your new home.

Additionally, if you use these boxes to pack, your belongings will already be organized before they even enter your new home.

Moving doesn’t have to be a nightmare. Make a plan, start early and you’ll be on your way to a fresh start in your new home. For more moving tips and all the supplies you’ll need, visit www. staples.com.

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• Spacious 1, 2, and 3 bedrooms floor plans • FREE cable with HBO and high speed internet • Excellent customer service • Newly renovated with wood floors, ceramic tile, granite counter tops • Sparkling Swimming Pool and Hot Tub

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• Fireplace • Patios / Balconies • Sand Volleyball Court • Washer/ Dryer Connections • Basketball Court • On Shuttle Bus Route *Amenities vary by property • Tennis Court Apartment Guide

• Arbor Square (979) 693-3701 • College Main (979) 846-2089 • The Gables (979) 693-1188 • Huntington (979) 693-8922 • Oak Forest (979) 775-9000

• Parkway Circle (979) 696-6909 • Radstone (979) 696-1848 • Scandia (979) 693-6505 • Villa West (979) 822-7772 • Walden Pond (979) 696-5777

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Tips for city dwellers looking for the perfect pooch Cats are considered great pets for city dwellers. Unlike dogs, cats don’t bark, meaning apartment dwellers won’t have to worry about upsetting their neighbors when cats want to grab their attention. Cats also can live indoors without needing to get any exercise in the backyards that many city residents simply don’t have.

But some city dwellers, whether they’re allergic to cats or simply people who prefer the company of dogs, insist on canines over felines. That’s perfectly understandable, but city dwellers looking to add man’s best friend to their living arrangements should consider a host of factors before bringing a dog home.

Size

City dwellers typically live in apartments or townhouses, and such living spaces are rarely as large as the private single-family homes found in the suburbs. Smaller living spaces can begin to feel cramped if a large dog is added to the equation, and large dogs may suffer both mentally and physically if they are not afforded lots of room to roam.

Before bringing a dog home, men and women living in cities should consider how much space they have available for dogs, recognizing that the less space they have, the better off everyone, Fido included, might be with a smaller dog.

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A dog’s demeanor also must be a consideration for city dwellers thinking of bringing a dog into their homes.

Cities are more crowded, so dogs that live in the city will be exposed to strangers and other dogs more often than dogs living in more remote and less crowded places. In addition, many city dwellers take their dogs to dog parks, where dogs will inevitably interact with other dogs. City dwellers should avoid dogs that are not comfortable around strangers or other dogs so they can Apartment Guide

reduce the risk of confrontation or other incidents.

Attention

City dwellers tend to spend less time at home than those who live in the suburbs, as one of the draws of city living is the accessibility of local culture, restaurants and attractions. So city dwellers looking for dogs should look for dogs that don’t need excessive amounts of attention. But it’s important that men and women who live in cities recognize that even the most independent dogs need daily attention. People who can’t give that attention should consider pets that require less of a time commitment.

So which dogs thrive in cities?

Unfortunately, there are no guarantees when it comes to dogs and cities. Still, the following are a handful of breeds that might make great pets for city dwellers.

• Chihuahua:

Chihuahuas sometimes have more fight in them than city dwellers would prefer, but socialization issues can typically be overcome early in the dog’s life if its owners commit to helping the animal get along with other dogs. Chihuahuas tend to be laid back dogs that can happily handle apartment life, as their small stature does not require much space.

• Dachsund:

Dachsunds are playful dogs that can easily adapt to small living spaces.

Dachsunds can pack on the pounds rather quickly, so city dwellers who want dachsunds should be ready to take them for daily walks and monitor their eating habits.

• French bulldog: Small in stature,

French bulldogs boast laid back temperaments, making them ideal for city dwellers looking for a dog to relax with at the end of the day as opposed

to a dog who wants to play frisbee in the park. French bulldogs also tend to be affectionate, meaning they are unlikely to encounter problems on walks through the neighborhood.

• Pug: Pugs are affectionate

dogs that like attention from their owners. They enjoy going on walks, but they also don’t mind spending time indoors with their owners. Their size makes them ideal for apartments, as they don’t take up much space. Apartment dwellers considering pugs should know that pugs are short-nosed dogs and can suffer from impaired breathing on hot days. That situation is easily remedied with air conditioning, which is a must for city-dwelling pug owners.

Dog loving city dwellers don’t have to abandon their attempts at owning dogs just because their apartments are small and their neighbors are nearby.

But it behooves both owner and dog for potential dog owners to do their homework before bringing dogs into their lives.

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Howdy!

Welcome to Bryan/College Station. Here are some important phone numbers and Web sites to help your transition to life in Aggieland.

Wellborn Special Utility District 979-690-9799 www.wellbornsud.com

UTILITIES ELECTRICITY

Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) 979-821-5700 or 877-363-7448 www.btutilities.com College Station Utilities 979-764-3535 or 800-849-6623 www.cstx.gov/indexaspx?page=2004

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CABLE SERVICE

Suddenlink 4114 E. 29th St. – Bryan 979-846-22296 www.suddenlink.com

AUTOMOBILE INFO DRIVER’S LICENSE

Atmos Energy 1-888-322-8667 www.atmosenergy.com

TELEPHONE

Verizon Residential 979-846-1271 Business 1-800-483-5400 Embarq (Navasota) 800-788-3500

WATER

City of College Station 979-764-3535 or 800-849-6623 www.cstx.gov/indexaspx?page=2004 Bryan Texas Utilities (BTU) 979-821-5700 or 877-363-7448 www.btutilities.com

Newcomers have 30 days after establishing residency to apply for a Texas driver’s license.

Applicants (18 and older) will be required to provide proof of identity, social security number, Texas vehicle registration and proof of liability insurance on all vehicles owned. Applicants must complete required forms and pay required fee.

With a valid, out-of-state driver’s license, only an eye exam or statement of visual acuity from an eye specialist is required.

Driver’s License Office 1003 N. Earl Rudder Fwy. 979-776-3110 www.texasonline.com

TAGS/REGISTRATION

VOTER REGISTRATION

Newcomers have 30 days after establishing residency to purchase Texas license tags. To purchase license tags you will need to have you vehicle inspected. You will need to have you car registered before applying for a Texas driver’s license.

The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles handles vehicle tags.

Offices are open Mon.-Fri. from 8am-5pm.

For Information: 979-361-4473 300 E William J. Bryan Pkwy. www.txdps.state.tx.us

GOVERNMENT

300 E. William J. Bryan Pkwy.

Bryan, TX 77803 979-361-4470

TAXES

Brazos County Tax Office 979-361-4470

INFO SOURCES BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION CONVENTION & VISITORS BUREAU 715 University Dr. E – College Station 800-777-8292 or 979-260-9898 www.visitaggieland.com

BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 4001 E. 29th St., Ste. 175 – Bryan 979-260-5200 www.bcschamber.org

BRYAN ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES 300 S. Texas Ave. 979-209-5000 www.bryantx.gov

COLLEGE STATION CITY HALL

BRYAN - COLLEGE STATION REGIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS

1101 Texas Ave. 979-764-3509 www.cstx.gov

1905 Greenfield Plaza – Bryan 979-846-3751 www.bcsrealtor.com

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