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No matter the distance, moving is one of the most stressful and time consuming events that people go through. Your entire life is uprooted which can be a lot to handle, especially if you are moving out of state or country.

If you are thinking of or are currently making a long distance move, today’s blog post is for you! Below we cover five tips to help ease the stress and frustrations of moving and help make the transition as seamless as possible. Let’s dive in: 

Set a plan once the move is confirmed. 

Do not wait until right before the big move to get your ducks in a row! Shortly after the move is confirmed set a plan of action that details what you want to accomplish each week leading up to the move and important details/tasks to keep you organized. This will be the to-do list of all to-do lists! 

Find and hire a trustworthy moving company.

The first moving company you talk with will not always be who you hire. Speak with a couple in-home moving companies, compare prices and hire the most reputable and credible company to avoid your belonging getting caught in a moving scam.

Sort through and downsize your home.

As with any move, you want to make sure you are only packing and moving items you want to take with you to your new home. Moving is a tremendous opportunity to sort through clothing, donate old furniture and get rid of anything that doesn’t serve you. So take some time to really be intentional about what you are taking and what you are parting with. 

Create an inventory list.

The last thing you want to do is rack your brain when your belonging arrive at your new home to try and figure out if anything got lost in the move. That is why creating an inventory list prior to packing and moving should be at the top of your list. It doesn’t matter if you use your phone or an old fashioned pen and paper, this list will give you peace of mind during a stressful time and ensure all your items are accounted for.

Properly label moving boxes with your info.

It is common during a long distance move for your boxes to be transported on a truck with other families belongings. To help ensure boxes don’t get mixed up, be sure to clearly label *each* box with your name (and even phone number) so things can easily be sorted in the event items get mixed up. 

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April is sure bringing the fun this year! With events for every age and adventure level you will never be at a loss for things to do this spring. Below we have listed all the can’t-miss fun happening in and around our beautiful city of Omaha, NE over the next two weeks. You will find everything from events at the Gardens and children’s museum, to art exhibits, comedy nights, theatre plays, aquarium fun, doggie farmers markets, Earth Day celebrations and more! 

What: Wonders Under Glass at Lauritzen Gardens
When: April 20th - May 8th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Block Party Exhibit at Omaha Children’s Museum 
When: April 20th - May 1st
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Common Senses Festival at KANEKO
When: April 20th - 30th
Where: KANEKO | 1111 Jones Street Omaha, NE

What: Nelson Mandela: The Official Exhibition
When: April 20th - July 3rd
Where: 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Giver
When: April 20th - May 8th
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Hawks Mainstage Theatre

What: Paradise on Earth: The Art of Marcel Mouly
When: April 20th - August 20th
Where: El Museo Latino | 4701 S 25th Street Omaha, NE

What: Ms. Frizzle’s Wacky Weekend
When: April 22nd - 24th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Spring Showcase at Pace Art Exhibit
When: April 22nd - May 14th
Where: 1001 South 6th Street Council Bluffs, IA

What: Aquarium Backstage Experience
When: April 23rd
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street 

What: The ARENA at The Backline
When: April 22nd
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Bagels & Sometimes Bach
When: April 24th
Where: Gallery 1516 | 1516 Leavenworth Street Omaha, NE 

What: Giraffe Backstage Experience
When: April 24th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Open Mic Night
When: April 24th - May 22nd
Where: 3624 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: WICKED
When: April 27th - May 15th
Where: Orpheum Theater | 409 S 16th Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: April 24th - May 29th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Junkstock: Spring Edition
When: April 29th - May 8th
Where: 1150 River Road Drive Waterloo, NE

What: 19th Annual Nebraska Renaissance Faire
When: April 30th - May 1st
Where: Riverwest Park | 23101 W Maple Road Omaha, NE

What: Spring Bonsai Exhibition
When: April 29th - May 1st
Where: 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Family Adventure Day at Fontenelle Forest
When: April 30th - October 8th
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Leashes at Lauritzen 
When: May 2nd - October 10th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Payton Howie LIVE at Barrel & Vine
When: April 20th
Where: Barrel & Vine | 1311 S 203rd Street Omaha, NE

What: Earth Day Conservation Hike
When: April 22nd
Where: Fontenelle Forest | 1111 N Bellevue Blvd. 

What: Big Canvas Welcomes Sabotage
When: April 22nd
Where: 3624 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Family Fun Craft Fair
When: April 23rd
Where: 4906 South 180th Street Omaha, NE

What: Earth Day at Mullhall’s
When: April 23rd
Where: Mullhall’s Garden + Home | 3615 N 120th Street Omaha, NE

What: Healthy Kids Day
When: April 24th
Where: Stinson Park | 2285 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Funfest 2022
When: April 24th
Where: Werner Park | 12356 Ballpark Way Papillion, NE

What: Doggy Barket: A Farmers Market for Your Dog
When: April 30th
Where: Dewey Dog Park | 550 Turner Blvd. Omaha, NE

What: MercyMe at Baxter Arena
When: April 29th
Where: 2425 South 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: Sample Sunday at Brownie Bar
When: May 1st
Where: Brownie Bar - Old Market | 1217 Leavenworth Street Omaha, NE

What: Mother’s Day Market (Pop Up Shop Event)
When: May 1st
Where: The Mastercraft Living Room | 1111 N 13th Street Arrow Door 2 Omaha, NE

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There are many factors that contribute to how quickly or slowly a home will sell. Maybe you are in the market to sell your Omaha, NE home and are looking to get ahead or maybe your home is currently listed and you want to better understand why offers aren’t coming through - either way, today’s blog is for you.

Let’s dive in:

Price.
Rightfully so, many people have an emotional attachment to their home. However, you can’t let that emotion push you to list the property for way more than its actually worth. Having the listing price be too high can play a large role in why homes sit on the market. 
 
Renovations.
There are some buyers who will look at an older home and see nothing but potential and the chance to customize the home to their liking. However, there is a larger majority of people who would look at the same house and see a headache. The lack of wanting to live through costly and timely renovations may be enough to turn potential buyers away. With that said, it can prove very beneficial to do at least some light renovations and updating before you list your home. 
 
Listing Photos. 
We live in a digital age and many buyers are looking to the internet to find their next home. This is why it is so important to have professional photos taken from a photographer who has experience in the real estate world. They will know all the right shots and angles to capture in order to bring your home to life and successfully showcase your property online. 
 
Timing.
It could all come down to something as simple as timing. Spring and summer tend to be better seasons to sell your home than in the winter and fall. 

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Hello April! There is so much to do and see over the next two weeks in and around our beautiful city of Omaha. Below we have listed some can’t-miss events for you to pencil into your schedule. You will find everything from Easter celebrations and block parties, to open mic nights, musicals, castle tours, sporting events, plays, trivia nights and more! 

What: Easter Extravaganza at Lauritzen Gardens
When: April 5th - 18th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Block Party Exhibit at Omaha Children’s Museum 
When: April 5th - May 1st
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Center for Conservation & Research Backstage Experience 
When: April 5th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Common Senses Festival at KANEKO
When: April 5th - 30th
Where: KANEKO | 1111 Jones Street Omaha, NE

What: Nelson Mandela: The Official Exhibition
When: April 5th - July 3rd
Where: 801 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Wonders Under Glass at Lauritzen Gardens
When: April 5th - May 8th
Where: Lauritzen Gardens | 100 Bancroft Street Omaha, NE

What: Forever Forest Exhibit at Omaha Children’s Museum
When: April 5th - 16th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: Rock af Ages Musical
When: April 8th - 16th
Where: The Waiting Room | 6212 Maple Street Omaha, NE

What: The ARENA at The Backline
When: April 8th
Where: The Backline Comedy Theatre | 1618 Harney Street Omaha, NE

What: Aquarium Backstage Experience
When: April 9th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street

What: Bagels & Sometimes Bach
When: April 10th
Where: Gallery 1516 | 1516 Leavenworth Street Omaha, NE

What: Joslyn Castle Public Tours
When: April 10th - May 29th
Where: Joslyn Castle | 3902 Davenport Street Omaha, NE

What: Open Mic Night
When: April 10th - May 22nd
Where: 3624 Farnam Street Omaha, NE

What: Giraffe Backstage Experience
When: April 10th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street

What: Jurassic Quest
When: April 15th - 17th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Easter Bunny & Activities
When: April 15th & 16th
Where: Omaha Children’s Museum | 500 S 20th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Giver
When: April 15th - May 8th
Where: Omaha Community Playhouse | 6915 Cass Street Hawks Mainstage Theatre

What: Common Senses Festival with Omaha Symphony
When: April 16th - May 1st
Where: Holland Performing Arts Center | 1200 Douglas Street Omaha, NE

What: Omaha Mavericks Baseball vs. Nebraska
When: April 6th 
Where: 2850 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: Trivia Night at the Zoo - 2000’s Night
When: April 7th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Kid Rock Bad Reputation Tour
When: April 8th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Breakfast with the Bunny
When: April 9th - 16th
Where: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium | 3701 S 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Swing, Swing, Swing!
When: April 9th
Where: Orpheum Theatre | 409 S 16th Street Omaha, NE

What: Santana: Miracle & Blessings Tour
When: April 9th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

What: Nebraska Wind Symphony, Spring Concert
When: April 10th
Where: Nebraska Wind Symphony | UNO Strauss Performing Arts Center

What: Eggstravaganza at Fontenelle Forest
When: April 16th
Where: 1313 Bellevue Blvd.

What: Omahalf 5k & Marathon
When: April 16th
Where: Stinson Park | 2285 S 67th Street Omaha, NE

What: The Weekend: After Hours Would Tour
When: April 16th
Where: CHI Health Center Omaha | 455 N 10th Street Omaha, NE

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