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Tips, advice and guides to make moving and relocating as hassle-free as possible plus the latest from Kiwi Movers HQ.

5 excellent questions for your next flat viewing in London

Found a potential flat? Check. Arranged a viewing? Check. Remembered to ask if there’s a dishwasher in an attempt to preserve domestic bliss and marital harmony in the near future? […]

A Guide to Moving House in Twickenham

Twickenham, located in the south-west of London’s city centre, is the perfect compromise for people who want leafy suburbs and easy commutes. The great thing about Twickenham is its connections […]

A Guide to Moving House in Richmond

  With cobbled streets, excellent public gardens, and lots of independent shops, it’s no wonder living in Richmond is so popular. But don’t let this lovely riverside location fool you. […]

Moving out this term? Here’s how to get your deposit back

If you’re a student, there’s always something cruel about having all your coursework and exam deadlines in May. It might be the busiest time of the year, but suddenly everyone […]

Rent out your home while travelling and you could cover the cost of the trip

Your home is an asset. Even if you don’t own it, you pay for the privilege of exclusive use. When you’re not in it – depending on how you look […]

3 wonderful lessons you’ll only learn from living in London

There’s a saying you can only call yourself a New Yorker if you’ve lived in the Big Apple for at least 10 years. Well, we’re not sure if the same […]

How to survive living with parents after university

A friend of Kiwi Movers just finished her PhD in neuroscience. Over the last seven years, she’s spent — quite literally — thousands of hours in the lab researching and […]

Easter 2017: The best things to do with children in London

There are plenty of things to do with children in London, especially on Easter Weekend. But, as you know, tickets sell quick and there’s nothing worse than seeing those big, […]

Looking for self-storage in London? Read these tips first

Self-storage is a convenient and cost-effective to make moving and travelling a bit kinder to yourself. But before you leap head-first into your new adventure, here’s a few things to […]

Flatmates in London: what to do when it goes wrong

Finding flatmates in London can be a minefield. But what happens once you actually find one – the one – and then it turns out you’re not the domestic soulmates […]

Dinner, tea or supper? – Data analysis solves the debate on what the UK’s evening meal is called

It’s been a long-raging debate, from university halls to places of work around the country, but we think we may have solved it. The UK – on average – refers […]

Luxury furniture retailer? Finding storage in London is easy

As we go into spring, we know there’s a renewed seasonal challenge for furniture retailers out there. Securing, delivering and storing your valuable stock can often seem like one of […]

Hammocks and ping pong tables going into storage – Is this the end of the ‘fun’ startup office?

  Ping pong tables, picnic chairs and quirky office designs may look good in pictures, but they do little to make employees happier, according to a poll of UK employees. Perhaps […]

Moving in with your boyfriend? Keep this in mind

So, you’re moving in with your boyfriend. Or maybe your girlfriend. Okay fine, you’re right – that’s not very modern. Let’s call them your partner for now (how grown up!). […]

Looking for storage in London? It’s dead simple

Storage solutions aren’t just the remit of crafty Scandinavians and top men. We know there are times when you need a helping hand keeping your stuff safe – whether you’re […]

Moving to London and saving for a deposit? Find the best rates

January isn’t the easiest month when it comes to money. Chances are you’ve just received your Christmas credit card bill and your bank balance is looking drier than those cost-cutting […]

5 glorious reasons to move to London in 2017

Fancy making a big change this year? You’re not the only one. January is one of the most popular months to start job hunting. And, inevitably, moving to London – […]

Does New Zealand Exist? Is Sydney the Capital of Australia? – What confuses visitors to Australia and New Zealand, according to Google…

Does New Zealand Exist? Is Sydney the Capital of Australia? – What confuses visitors to Australia and New Zealand, according to Google… As a firm specialising in shipping from London […]

Quick & dirty guide to London Christmas markets

There’s a certain universal truth at this time of year. We all know someone – whether it’s a friend, colleague, or slightly eccentric loved one – who’s been giddy about […]

Our top first-date locations for Kiwis in London

One of the biggest advantages of living in a city like this is you’re never stuck for new and interesting date ideas. And that’s doubly true if you’re both Kiwis […]