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The Pods Are Coming!!!

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I have been noticing those advertisements for Pod Moving. To the best of my knowledge it is relatively new to the New Hampshire area but I predict it will take us by storm!

A recent client of mine moved here from Colorado. On closing day he had no truck or evidence of furniture and I asked him when his belongings were coming. He said they were already here , in storage, in a Pod!

With the Pod moving system they bring a pod to your house or apartment and you fill it at your leisure. From what I understand you rent the Pod for one price no matter how long you have it! After the Pod is packed...they come pick it up. You can have it delivered to where you are moving or kept in their facility should your place not be ready. Then not only is it delivered to your door...you unpack at your leisure and then call to have it removed.

Now that alone is fantastic for the hundreds of people moving to a New Construction, if it's not finished....no problem, put your stuff in a Pod. It also works for Closing Dates that can't be co-ordinated or for people Staging A Home, needing to remove items...they only have to move them once!

~~ In my book this is one giant stress reliever!~~

I asked my Client how he liked it. He said the staff from the office people to the drivers...were very friendly and accommodating. He said it was a little more expensive....but definitely worth it!

Sounds good to me! Guess what? The Pods Are Coming! pod container (There's one in Nashua)

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Posted by Joan Mirantz GRI CBR SRES- Concord New Hampshire Realtor on 10/29/2007 02:56 AM

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93 Comments on The Pods Are Coming!!!

OCT

2007

Joan -- The PODS ARE in Nashua -- they are great. One of the POD representative belongs to the Nashua chamber -- I think they are such a great idea!

Joan...What a fantastic way to go.I think I'll contact them for brochures or someting for my Clients!

Pods are amazingly convenient and our clients have had nothing but great things to say about using them!

Joan - the PODS have been popular here for quite a while. They are a bit more costly, but when you consider the level of convenience it's definitely worth it. I'm sure you will be seeing a lot more of them as time goes by.

Around here many landlords use them when they do evictions. Also when there is an apartment fire or other disaster they are very popular.

PODS...they're all over South Florida...people that I have talked to about using them, love them.

Karen

Eric...I almost want to move...just so I can try them!

PODS are good and I too considered the benefits of using them when I was going to move cause it gets dropped off and you can pack it somewhat at your leisure and then unpack it at your leisure... they're great !!!

Carol...have I been living under a rock? This was the first person I met who had used one!

Karen .. I can sure understand why they would be popular!

Joni - We had a neighbor who had a pod in his driveway for about 6 weeks while they did a complete kitchen remodel and garage makeover. It was great because they had all their stuff right there if they needed it. It's also great for sellers to use to clear away the clutter and the things they won't be needing for the months they'll be marketing their home.

Scott...It would seem that the whole world was using these before I even heard of them! Guess I've been concentrating too hard on my business! (LOL)

Marlene...a lot easier then putting stuff in storage and then having to move it again...the concept is fantastic.

We used a pod during our last move. It was very convenient. When our home sold, they simply delivered everything to our new location.

It is great that your client had enough sense to organize his move. Many do not and then it all happens piece by piece.

Lola...another ringing endorsement! Thanks.

Gary...this young man was VERY organized!

I had a client use one for her move from Pueblo to Hawaii. It was convenient, she put her least used stuff in first and that stuff was the last out. Great idea.

I saw this on a show a few months ago...that sounds pretty convenient and a real moving stress saver!

Hi Joan, These Pods are so great. We have been recommending them for people who try to fit two homes worth of furniture and stuff into a smaller home. They are good for temporary in case the stuff would be better sold. Also great for emptying a garage which got too full if the homeowner wants to sell. I think these are really good solutions and don't require double handling of what is to be stored. Wonderful post with great information!

OCT

2007

Joan, The Pods have long been here! It's difficult to drive down a block and NOT see one or two in driveways. Some people do use them for moving or while having renovations and people are very happy with them.

Pods have been in use in Las Vegas for awhile. They're real convenient for people here who may work odd hours in our 24-hour town, and it's kind of neat watching them load and unload them from the flat beds!

good morning Joan,

I've never heard of Pods here in Ontario....they most likely are here in the bigger cities though. Interesting and very convenient concept.

Dena...it would seem that everyone knows about these but me!LOL

"Inspiration"Sally...I'm glad someone else is just finding out about these! Whew!

William..I can see why they are popular! What a great idea! How much more that a regular storage unit are they?

Carole...I think I'll go back to that page and check out their franchise set-up. I would bet they take the place of storage units and u-hauls!

John...I would think Vegas is a very transient area...I can see why they would be popular there!

Jo...Thank you. I'm glad to know I'm not living under a rock! I was starting to wonder!!LOL

Joan, PODS are amazing! They are great for sellers to declutter...then they can just have it sent to the new house when they move. We use them all of the time down here. I'm glad to hear that they are up there too.

Stephanie...a lot easier than a u-haul!

OCT

2007

There are many companies that rent these. It just depends whether or not they are in your area. And there is no free lunch, YOU PAY FOR THEM BY THE MONTH, EACH AND EVERY MONTH.

I see PODS in NY and PA. I see them in empty lots, parking lots and by the road side.

I've seen the commercials...I'm glad they are as great as they seem. When I first saw them I thought " I wish I had thought of that - what a great idea!"

I read this post the other day. How are you getting it to show up again.

I've seen PODs around here in Georgia for years.
It's so easy when they bring the storage unit to you! No truck to rent... You can take your time loading the unit. And then they take it away to store for you! How cool is that???

Hey Gary... I've noticed that happen with other blogs too. I'm gonna watch this post for an answer to your question (If there is one. haha)

PODS are great. I see them around here a lot. There's several other providers but the ones I see around are always PODS.

Joan, I use a POD last year when we were moving. I suggest to all my seller to use them. Empty the house as much as possible. I have some clients say well that would be an distraction to buyers. I say no way. You can de-clutter your home an pack at the same time. Whether in 200k home or 500k it has not stop one of my sales. Highly recommend they or a similar service.

We've had the pods in sw Florida for some time. There is also another franchise that does something similar but the name escapes me right now.

Pods and a wonderful convenience for sellers and they help motivate the home owners to clear out and declutter their home.

Well I've seen these advertisements on television. Don't think we'll see them anytime soon in the Hilton Head Plantations---our rules would be too restrictive for that. Interesting concept!

I've personally been a POD person. Sounds like a bad horror film but it was a great experience. I packed most of the boxes and then hired some freelance movers to come and pack the heavy furniture. Locked it up and away it went. Two months later I called and had it delivered to my new home. I was fasinated by the mechanism to load and unload off the truck. I've had clients use them to declutter and it is great.

PODS! they are everywhere in New Jersey- a great concept and a wonderful tool for sellers/buyers. Pack them up- store them or have it delivered right to your driveway. Very in expensive too

Pods have been in Delaware for about 2 years and my clients love them!

Joan, I hope with all this good will toward PODS you get a thank you note from them.

The PODs are near our town but not in our town yet. We had someone in the office try and use them for a local move and they couldn't get one. This is a great idea though. And the fact that you don't have to have it loaded and unloaded in a few days!

Dwight...by the month! Thats good to know but not a bad thing that certainly allows for a leisurely unpack!

Rosario..I think the more metropolitan areas have had more exposure! Which would make sense!

Ruthemarie..I'm glad I'm not the only one in the dark. But, you apparently have them all around you!

Gary..The post got picked as a featured post so they put it up on the opening page for a while(I don't know how long!) that way it gets more exposure!(I'm definately not complaining)

Nancy..thanks for your comments. See my answer to Gary on why you are seeing the post again!

Hi Maggie..I'm glad they are finaly here in NH. Options are a good thing!

Frank...That makes god sense. You don't think a pod sitting there is a distraction?

Chris...it would seem that FLA is really ahead of the curve!

Sam..I definately agree! Thanks for your comments

Dianne...they would restrict even for tamporary use? Isn't that a little extreme?

Cindy...it definately sounds like a win win to me!

Patti...you urbanites are always the first to know!

PODS have been around for awhile down here, and seem to be very popular! Many of my clients have used them with great results!

Katie...ya know I'm starting to fel like I live in a pod!

Dena...I don't even know a pod person! Think they'll notice?

Kim..I would think if it's near by you could still access it?

Scot...I'm definately seeing an urban pattern. The rural areas seem to be the last! Sort of like cable!!LOL

Joan, the only thing better than reading a good featured post is seeing your smiling face at the top!! Congrats! I've seen a pod or two out here, and they seem to be really convenient- what a great way to transition. It's good to know that the feedback is strong.

We too had a client use one a year and a half ago and it is so convenient. They loved it and all worked well when they went to Tenn.

Hi Joan - we've been seeing the Pods over in my area for 2-3 years now. I think they're a very clever solution to the moving needs that we encounter periodically in our business. What an easy, or so it appears, way to handle the packing and storing/moving!

Congrats on your feature!
Ann

There is one on my block now in Las Vegas. It does not even have one of those signature "pod" signs on it. I guess they are so busy they have run out of signs.

PODS have been in NJ for a while now. This is a great solution for decluttering and staging quickly. People here tend to fill them up and get them moved off the property fairly fast.

I have not used them but they do seem to offer a nice alternative.

Hi Joan! Congrats on the feature! I have a picture somewhere of one from 2004 upside but undamaged :) I'll have to see if I can find it sometime, I have a meeting tonight tho darnit so will be getting home late.

Why not consider approaching the POD people to place your advertisement on the side of the box. What better way to endorse or get exposure about how you can move people then on the side of a POD while it sits in the driveway of someone that is moving.

Just a thought. Maybe not a very good one, but a thought just the same.

Pods are quite popular here in Arizona and they work great for people. Very convenient.

Pods are truly great things. They have come in very handy for sellers that have lots of clutter.

Pods have been here for a couple of years now. I have known people who remodel and have the POD parked outside their house to store stuff during construction even. I've been to the website looking at pricing, and it seems fair. You pay for the pickup and delivery, but the convience value outways it.

There is some kind of Realror discount available. Your client get a discount if they are referred to them by you. I believe I signed up for it on their web site (if memory serves me right).

Joan - we just closed one in Reno a few weeks ago where four pods were involved. The owner was so obsessive about the pods that it turned into a running joke. They made his move much easier, and the laughter from his pod jones was a lot of fun as well.

best

POD are awesome, I work with a company that is like PODS except they pack the unit for you and then move it to their storage facility and keep until you are ready to move.

Phyllis Pafumi

Joan - The Pods are popular out here in the Chicagoland area. They are very economical and efficient.

A client of mine used the pods. When the pod was picked up hydrolic fluid leaked out and ruined the driveway. Big mess and no one wanted to take responsibility for the problem.

Awwww Laurie...Everyone seems really enthused about theses things! I wish I had stock!

Hi Jay..why didn't I know aboout these things? Believe it or not...I spotted one today!LOL

Ann..nice to see you! Thanks for the Congratulations and for stopping in!

Chip...Maybe it's a competitor. If this system is this great there have to be competitors out there!

Joan,

Podding seems to be catching on real big here, too. It seems to be a really convenient way to accomplish a move. At both ends it can be done without the usual rush-rush and will definitely keep family arguments to a minimum.

Lisa...It gives a whole new meaning to the term "Pod People"!LOL

James...I agree...I will sure tell my clients about them!

Hi Lysa...I hope you find that picture!! I'd love to see it! If there's a picture...you have it!

Dave...that is actually a great idea and i will check into it!

Bob and Carolin...I'm betting they catch on BIG here!

Jessica...Seems like they work with numerous scenarios!

Chad...That discount would be great I'll go back to the website and check it out!

Gary...Four?...where did they fit them all?

Phyllis..They pack!! Now that's the best of both worlds! (I bet it's more$$$$)

Hi Chuck!! It would seem they have overtaken the world!!

Laura...well I guess there had to be at least one bad eperience ou there ...or it wouldn't be real life! Do you know how it was resolved?

Esko..Good observation about the arguments. That's a good thing!

OCT

2007

We used these in our last move, too. They are amazing!! First step...used them (Port-a-box company...similar to PODS but cheaper) for staging our home. Second...once we had a signed around agreement....out it all went 5 boxes at a time. Not the cheapest but by FAR the least stressful!! Two thumbs up!!!

My neighbor has one in their driveway (they're moving)......you have to be careful with zoning, or local ordinances....they might not be able to stay very long....at least where I live, they are like the old railroad ones, and here those are not allowed.

Hi Lisa...There sure have been overwhelmingly positive responses to these! I guess it's a big thumbs up!

Kathy...that's a good point. I guess checking local regulations wouldn't hurt and may save some aggravation!

The Pod People have invaded our area...very innovative concept and great for staging homes.

Ginger

Ginger....sure a different connotation from how I used to think of PODS...times have changed!

Hi Joan - We have a place in Brentwood that has these PoDs but I'm not sure if they have caught on yet. They seem to be a great idea.

Judy T

Hi Mike & Judy...I think you're right! NH seems to be a bit behind the times! There is a place in Nashua! And I saw a pod in Pembroke on my way home today! .....They're coming!! Yhea!!

OCT

2007

You know you have arrived when you have knock offs of your ideas. I am seeing all kinds of generic pods in our area.

NOV

2007

PODS (Portable On Demand Storage) is such a great service. Love them!

Vicky...Hummm I wonder if they patented the concept? I'd guess not!

Troy....the endorsements on here are incredible! They must be doing something right...

NOV

2007

PODS are all over So-Cal... Innovative and Timely business plan, much like ours :).

Joan, talk about great creative business models - PODS is certainly one of them. And a great name, too! I didn't know that the price is the same no matter how long you keep it - but I guess that's why it's on the expensive side...

PODS are big in San Diego. I've used them several times as storage for local moves. BUT, they are very expensive for cross-country moves and do not serve much of the Midwest. Of course, who in their right mind would move from So Cal to Minneapolis? Ooops.

Brent...Hey a little pat on the back never hurts...no matter who it's from!:) Thanks for stopping by...

Brian...I don't think you can put a price on less stress? I have to think for a lot of people it's worth any cost! :)

Ohhh Paul...them's fightin words! But only for Mid-westerners....I agree with you (all fires not withstanding!)

NOV

2007

We have them here in Nashville and Franklin, TN as well. There are actually two of them now, "PODS" and "Mobile Attic" - both same concepts. I have used them myself and referred my clients to use them as well. They are much better than the "ole" storage units!

Todd...thanks for commenting! Mobile Attic huh! That's kind of cute...but the term Pod conjures up a whole "Image" Sure wish it had been my idea!

FEB

2009

Wow, who would have thought there would be so much enthusiam behind moving! Really though, we too have fallen in love with the whole pods moving idea. We didn't use PODS but instead Door to Door Moving and Storage and they were great! We will never go back to renting a truck or hauling everything back and forth to a self-storage unit ourselves. I wish I had thought of this idea...next time, maybe... :)

JUL

2009

Thanks Joan it was an great article. I think the idea of self storage is better but you can opt for something different and which is cheaper and easier compare to their competitors it's MOVEABLE CUBICLE.

Thanks,

Moveable Cubicle,

http://www.moveablecubicle.com/

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