Bob R.

Author Bio

Based in New York City, Bob is a creative specialist and writer with an extensive background in marketing, advertising and the moving industry. He specializes in making complex topics accessible and relatable for anyone preparing for a move. Bob also teaches at the Maine Media Workshops, lectures at Seton Hall University, and holds BA and MA degrees in English.

Articles By Bob R.

20 Articles
  • mayflower mover helping customer

    Moving Company vs. Moving Broker: Finding Your Way to a Stress-Free Move

    If you’ve started planning a move, you may have experienced what’s become the “new normal”: you enter your information on a moving services website and suddenly your phone is buzzing

  • young man sitting on sofa learning about moving claims

    How Moving Company Damage Claims Work

    When you move long distance, you’re trusting someone else with the things that make your house a home.

  • two females moving a couch

    How to Move Furniture Like a Pro: A First-Time Mover’s Guide

    After packing boxes and planning timelines, you’re well on your way to a successful move.

  • woman worried about unexpected moving expenses

    Unexpected Moving Costs: Hidden Expenses to Consider When Moving Yourself

    While renting a truck, asking friends for help and packing your own boxes may seem to offer significant cost savings, many moving customers like you quickly discover that relocation is

  • upset man reviewing insurance coverage

    DIY Moving Risks: Understanding What Your Insurance Won’t Protect

    A DIY move can seem like a smart way to save money.

  • calculating pto with calendar

    Calculating PTO for Your Move: A Guide to Taking Time Off for Moving

    Balancing a full-time job with the logistics of your move can be a challenge.

  • moving estimate red flags

    Protecting Your Move: How to Spot Red Flags in a Moving Estimate

    Moving is a major life event and knowing how to spot potential red flags is crucial to navigating through the process with a minimum of stress and hassle.

  • moving boxes on person

    5 Essential Things NOT to Do Before Your Full-Service Move

    A full-service move with Mayflower means you can take the heavy lifting off your plate. That said, preparation still plays a critical role in how smoothly everything goes.

  • trusted long-distance moving truck in front of mountains

    Mastering the Miles: Essential Logistics for Moving Long Distance

    Long-distance moves can span hundreds or even thousands of miles, but with careful pre-planning and the right moving partner, it’s more manageable than you might expect.

  • how to plan a move with Mayflower

    How to Plan Your Move When Renting vs. Buying a House

    With boxes stacked and filled, a truck in the driveway and keys changing hands, moving day looks pretty much the same no matter where you’re headed.

  • Mayflower Move Portal

    Simplify Your Next Move: Your Guide to the MyMayflower Move Portal

    For more than 90 years, Mayflower has been the nation’s most-trusted mover. Families across the country have relied on us to provide a smooth, hassle-free moving experience.

  • moving truck in stormy weather

    Moving in Bad Weather: How to Plan for Rain, Snow and Extreme Heat

    Moving is a complex process, especially when bad weather adds another layer of uncertainty.

  • Moving Nightmares vs. Moving Right

    Perhaps you have your own horror stories about broken furniture, last-minute cancellations or friends who mysteriously “aren’t available” on moving day. After all, when it comes to DIY moves, they’re almost expected.

  • budgeting your first move with your spouse

    Your Place, Mine or Someplace New? Tips for Merging Households 

    Whether you’re closing the distance after months (or years) apart or simply deciding to share a home, there is a question couples need to answer before the mover shows up: Who is moving … one, or both of us?  

  • A Mayflower mover loading a moving box into a moving truck

    Health, Distance and Stress: Solid Reasons for a Full-Service, Cross-Country Job Relocation

    Moving for a job? Our new study shows why full-service moving is good for your back, your friendships and possibly even your career.

  • A Mayflower mover loading a bicycle into the moving truck

    From Pivot to Pizza: How Awkward Items are Driving People to the Pros

    When moving, is it finally time to let the pros deal with the heavy stuff? Our survey may surprise you.

  • A Mayflower mover with a customers

    Why It’s Important to Review Your Moving Company

    Want to post a review of your mover? Here’s what to do.

  • A woman clearing out a closet - Decluttering tips - Mayflower

    Use the Move Out Method of Organizing (Even Before You Move)

    Check out six steps for decluttering you can use for any space, any time.

  • a happy couple sitting in front of an rv - Moving to RV community - Mayflower

    Moving to an RV Community: Is Downsizing Right for You?

    Want to snowbird and rent your home? Or to live in an RV community year-round? From short or long-term storage of vehicle transport, here’s how Mayflower can help.

  • Old couple packing for moving - Moving elderly parents - Mayflower

    Essential Checklist for Relocating Elderly Parents

    Moving elderly parents or loved ones into a new home can be a stressful process. Learn the tips and tricks for a successful move from America’s most trusted mover.

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