2025 was a standout year for moving and relocation insights from Craig Van Lines. From managing emotional stress to protecting valuables and understanding national migration patterns, these posts offered practical advice, thought-provoking trends, and real-world tips for anyone planning a local or long-distance move. Whether you’re preparing for a family move, summer storage, or just curious about moving logistics, this curated list highlights the most engaging and useful content from Craig Van Lines’ Moving Tips & Advice blog in 2025.

1. Moving and Mental Health: How to Manage Your Stress

Published November 10, 2025
Moving can mean a fresh start, but it can also trigger emotional strain for many people. This post dives into the less-talked-about mental health effects of relocating, from stress triggers during packing to emotional regulation strategies that help you stay grounded. It offers empathy-driven tips for anyone feeling overwhelmed during their relocation journey.

Best for: Movers seeking emotional resilience tips and stress management strategies

2. Where Are People Moving to in the U.S. — and Why It Matters for Movers Like Craig Van Lines

Published October 15, 2025
This trend-focused article examined the latest U.S. migration patterns and what they mean for moving companies and people on the move. It broke down which U.S. regions are gaining residents, why certain areas are growing faster than others, and how lifestyle changes like remote work are reshaping relocation decisions. It also highlighted how these trends affect demand for moving services and smarter planning.

Best for: Readers interested in national moving trends and how they affect relocation planning.

3. Moving with Kids: Real-Life Tactics to Help Children Feel at Home

Published September 05, 2025
Moving is emotional for adults, but it can be especially turbulent for children. This helpful guide offered tips to make the transition easier for kids, teaching parents how to communicate honestly, involve children in the move, and create routines and rituals that help them adapt. The focus was on empathy, reassurance, and creative engagement to make the new place feel like home sooner rather than later.

Best for: Families preparing for a move with children.

4. How to Protect Heat-Sensitive Belongings in Summer Storage

Published July 24, 2025
Summer storage presents unique risks for items like electronics, wood furniture, artwork, and more. This post walked readers through temperature and humidity challenges typical of hot climates and outlined key strategies for keeping belongings safe, including using climate-controlled units, choosing the right packing materials, and avoiding common heat-related storage mistakes.

Best for: Anyone storing items through hot weather or in climate-challenging conditions.

5. How to Safely Pack and Move Your Valuables: Expert Tips from Craig Van Lines

Published May 15, 2025
For anyone worried about heirlooms, antiques, or delicate treasures, this blog provided an expert-level breakdown of how to protect valuables during a move. It covered material recommendations, packing techniques for fine art and heirlooms, inventory best practices, and the benefits of professional crating and climate control. With decades of experience behind it, the guidance made protecting prized possessions manageable and stress-free.

Best for: Movers handling fragile or expensive possessions.

6. White House Moving Day: Behind the 5-Hour Flip Between the Bidens and the Trumps

Published January 20, 2025
This fun and historically interesting piece looked at how the presidential residence manages one of the most high-profile moves in the world: the transition between presidential administrations. While not a typical moving guide, it offered readers insight into meticulous logistics and timing, a unique perspective that paired history with technical planning.

Best for: Readers who love history, logistics, and extraordinary moving examples.

Why These Posts Matter in 2025

Across these featured blogs, Craig Van Lines provided valuable insight for movers of every kind:

Emotional preparation for the stress and change that comes with moving.
Data-driven context on migration trends shaping relocation decisions.
Family-focused strategies for helping kids adjust.
Practical packing and storage guidance for valuable and sensitive items.
Unique historical perspective demonstrating complex moving logistics.

These posts helped readers go beyond logistics to better understand, prepare, and adapt during their move. Add them to your bookmarked resources if you’re planning your next relocation in 2026 or beyond.

Our Top Moving Tips & Advice Blogs from 2025