Category: Living like a local

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

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• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Atlanta is home to many unique and livable neighborhoods, but one stands out above the rest: Buckhead. If you are considering a move to Atlanta, […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

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• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Are you considering moving to North Carolina in the near future? If so, two of the best cities to put on your list are Charlotte […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Deciding to relocate can be exciting and overwhelming, especially when comparing places to call home. For those considering a move between the vibrant cities of […]

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Harrison Stevens

VP of Marketing at Bellhop

Despite spending 35 years in South Florida, my family moves every 1-2 years. This experience has given me a lot of knowledge in what questions to ask when selecting a mover and how to prepare for a move. I even used Bellhop to move from Florida to Colorado in 2021. I spend my free time with my family, hiking, exploring breweries and new restaurants in the area.

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• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Austin (Updated for 2025) - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods in Cleveland (Updated for 2025) - December 3, 2024
• Is Moving to Florida Right for You? (Updated Nov 2024) - November 5, 2024

Best Places to Live in Arizona Arizona has a lot more to offer than just the picturesque landscape. It has 300 days of beautiful sunshine, […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Where to retire? If you’re like most, you’ve dreamed about where to retire, listened to friends and family, and started researching. Take your time! Visit […]

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Harrison Stevens

VP of Marketing at Bellhop

Despite spending 35 years in South Florida, my family moves every 1-2 years. This experience has given me a lot of knowledge in what questions to ask when selecting a mover and how to prepare for a move. I even used Bellhop to move from Florida to Colorado in 2021. I spend my free time with my family, hiking, exploring breweries and new restaurants in the area.

Latest posts by Harrison Stevens (see all)

• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Austin (Updated for 2025) - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods in Cleveland (Updated for 2025) - December 3, 2024
• Is Moving to Florida Right for You? (Updated Nov 2024) - November 5, 2024

Moving to a new city is always challenging. And a large part of that challenge is looking for a place to live. There are so […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

When it comes to retirement, finding the perfect place to settle down is a top priority.  With its low cost of living, rich cultural history, […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Portland, Oregon’s wholesome reputation as an unusual and liberal west coast, easy-going, family-friendly city to live in took some dings during the summer 2020 George […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Are you considering a move to sunny Tampa, Florida? Tampa is one of the best places to live in the Sunshine State. If you’re looking […]

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Tyler Brown

Tyler has been with Bellhop since 2022. When not working on making moving experience awesome, Tyler enjoys biking through new cities all over the country, figuring out where his next meal is going to be, and fantasizing about where he might live next. He's currently in Richmond, Virginia.

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• Is Moving to Washington State Right for You? (Updated for 2025) - December 12, 2024
• The 5 Most-Expensive Neighborhoods in Raleigh - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Richmond, VA (Updated for 2024/2025) - December 3, 2024

The city of Miami, often referred to as the “Magic City,” is a vibrant metropolis known for its rich cultural diversity and bustling economic activity. […]

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Tyler Brown

Tyler has been with Bellhop since 2022. When not working on making moving experience awesome, Tyler enjoys biking through new cities all over the country, figuring out where his next meal is going to be, and fantasizing about where he might live next. He's currently in Richmond, Virginia.

Latest posts by Tyler Brown (see all)

• Is Moving to Washington State Right for You? (Updated for 2025) - December 12, 2024
• The 5 Most-Expensive Neighborhoods in Raleigh - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Richmond, VA (Updated for 2024/2025) - December 3, 2024

Arizona’s bustling capital, Phoenix is a city that seamlessly blends the beauty of the natural desert landscape with the vibrancy of a modern metropolis. Known […]

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Tyler Brown

Tyler has been with Bellhop since 2022. When not working on making moving experience awesome, Tyler enjoys biking through new cities all over the country, figuring out where his next meal is going to be, and fantasizing about where he might live next. He's currently in Richmond, Virginia.

Latest posts by Tyler Brown (see all)

• Is Moving to Washington State Right for You? (Updated for 2025) - December 12, 2024
• The 5 Most-Expensive Neighborhoods in Raleigh - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Richmond, VA (Updated for 2024/2025) - December 3, 2024

Each neighborhood in Philadelphia tells its own story, contributing to the city’s multifaceted charm. It’s a place where history is not just remembered but is […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Are you considering a move to either Atlanta or Houston? Both are powerful forces in their region with strong economies, culture, lifestyles, and distinct reasons […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Moving is never easy, and selecting a new home and evaluating potential cities can be a challenging, complex process. In this case, Dallas and Houston […]

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Tyler Brown

Tyler has been with Bellhop since 2022. When not working on making moving experience awesome, Tyler enjoys biking through new cities all over the country, figuring out where his next meal is going to be, and fantasizing about where he might live next. He's currently in Richmond, Virginia.

Latest posts by Tyler Brown (see all)

• Is Moving to Washington State Right for You? (Updated for 2025) - December 12, 2024
• The 5 Most-Expensive Neighborhoods in Raleigh - December 3, 2024
• The Best Neighborhoods for Families in Richmond, VA (Updated for 2024/2025) - December 3, 2024

If you’re considering a move to Atlanta or Nashville, you’re probably overwhelmed with choices. Which city has the best schools? What’s the crime like? What […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Moving to a new city is always challenging. And a large part of that challenge is looking for a place to live. There are so […]

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Nick Valentino

VP, Market Operations at Bellhop

Nick Valentino handles day-to-day operations at Bellhop, ensuring our customer's moves go smoothly. When not knee-deep in moving logistics, Nick enjoys The Bachelor, Georgia Football (Go Dawgs!) and traveling. He lives in Atlanta, GA.

Latest posts by Nick Valentino (see all)

• What You’ll Actually Spend on a DIY Cross-Country Move - March 5, 2026
• Rental Truck vs Professional Movers: The Real Comparison - March 5, 2026
• The Hidden Costs of DIY Long Distance Moving - March 5, 2026

Over the past decade, the demand for craft beer has blazed through Northern Texas, leaving fertile soil for plenty of breweries to sprout. Amidst these […]