There are many great opportunities that the college experience has to offer students. For many, it is the first time to be away from home for an extended period of time. Not only that, but students get to meet new people and become involved with different organizations on campus. Of course, let’s not forget the actual academic part of the experience. New classes, long papers, group projects, and all-night study sessions soon become a way of life for most students. For some, though, there is an extension to the academic side of their college experience that usually takes place off campus during an entire semester or over a break. This popular extension is known as study abroad, and it can be both an exciting and worthwhile time in the life of a college student. However, before you tackle this endeavor, there are certain things that should be taken care of in order to ensure the trip is nothing but a success. Keep reading below for five must-have tips that will make your study abroad experience that much better.

There are many things that have to be moved when you change locations. Furniture, clothes, decorations, kitchen ware, bedroom suits, and in-home fitness equipment are just a few things that may come to your mind. Of course, you cannot afford to forget about the family pet! Usually, there are a number of things you have to do to get your pet ready for the transition. This may be a tad bit easier on our furry four legged family members, but what about our reptile family members? One in particular slithers, hisses, and calls a cage home. This popular pet is known as the snake. Listed below are tips on how to properly relocate a snake into your new home successfully.

SMARTBOX understands from first-hand experience and from talking with our valued customers that there are many different aspects and variables that make up the relocation process. If not properly organized and planned, the experience can take its toll on everyone involved. A large part of being properly organized and having a detailed plan during this time is figuring out what to do with all of the stuff you currently own – what to keep, what to throw away, and what to give away or sell. When this question is raised, many people often decide to have a garage or yard sale. Your family, friends, and neighbors all come over and peruse the spread of items that you no longer need to see if they can put them to good use. They may try to bargain with you, or they may pay the exact prices that are listed on the items. Either way, you just want to find a way to get rid of them; after all, one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Listed below are four key things to keep in mind when you decide to have a garage or yard sale.

At SMARTBOX, we know that our customers are always looking for innovative and creative ways to accomplish their goals. With this in mind, a large majority of our business is based around versatile storage options for our customers, some of which often require thinking that is outside the box. Many people like to decorate their homes with a variety of eye-catching objects and knick-knacks, but have you ever felt as though you are going to run out of storage space in your home, apartment, or condo? If your answer is yes, then the information below will provide you with some decorative options that also double as the extra storage space you need to properly organize your residence.

S​MARTBOX, a portable storage and moving company, announced that Chesterfield County-based Dunmar Moving Systems has acquired the assets and license agreement to operate the SMARTBOX location for the Richmond area.

There are many things that have to be done when you own a business. Money management, client meetings, personal/staff meetings, technology training, etc. are just some of the key aspects that must be taken care of. As with many other things, the scope and expectations of a business may change. With that said, it’s possible that a location change may be in the cards for the company as well. If you have a business that is about to or is in the process of relocating to a new address, SMARTBOX invites you to read the need-to-know tips below that will make your move as easy and stress-free as possible.

When you have to use work tools or other pieces of equipment on a regular basis, you want to do everything you can to get the most value out of your investment. So, how can you protect your tools effectively to ensure that they last for several years? There can be several answers to this question, but one is worth a considerable amount of thought. Portable storage can provide an easy-to-use, convenience option to accomplish this task. Below, we’ve shown how to properly protect your work tools with the use of portable storage.

Oftentimes, there are many variables involved with the moving process. One of the biggest questions that requires much attention is “How do I pack all my stuff up safely and efficiently?” Many people find that having the proper boxes and supplies are the answer to the art of packing everything in an orderly fashion. If you decide to go this route, you may have to use an assortment of supplies and boxes to accomplish your goal. Fortunately, our team at SMARTBOX is here to assist you not only by moving your items but also by giving you advice on preparation as well. Below, you will find helpful packing tips to ensure your move is an overall success.

If you have ever experienced a move or you are in the process of experiencing one, your movers may be speaking, from what it seems, a foreign language to you. What exactly do they mean when they use technical terms to describe the moving and storage process? In the material below, we break down some of the more commonly used moving and storage lingo to better help you understand every aspect of your experience.

There are many different recreational activities out there for people to enjoy today, such as camping, hiking, boating, fishing, and other team sports just to name a few. Often times, these various activities require a lot of time, energy, and money. More often than not, a large amount of the money you put into your recreational interests has to do with the amount of extra gear you need to go along with whatever activity you are partaking in. With that being said, you will more than likely have to find a safe and secure way to store your prized recreational gear. Below, we’ve provided various suggestions as to how to effectively store your recreational gear.