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Moving to a New City? Secrets for Before, During, and After

We know. There's not much worse than moving. Well, except moving to a new city—where you'll have to live without your old neighborhood, your old brunch spots, and your old friends to help you unpack.

If you could use a little help in the relocation department, check out these great reads from around the web.

Before

  • What to Do Before Moving To A New City (SheKnows)

  • 8 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Moving for Love (The Frisky)

  • 5 Steps to Take Before Moving to a New City (Redbook)

    • During

    • 8 Tips for a Painless Move (CasaSugar)

    • How to Alleviate Stress During a Move (MovinGal)

    • Tips for an Organized Move (Organized Home)

      • After

      • How to Make a Bunch of Friends in Any New City (Lifehack)

      • Moving Checklist—After You Move (About.com)

      • The Stress-Free Guide to Settling Down in a New City (LifeHacker)

        • Photo courtesy of Jennifer Morrow.