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"Over the years, Changing Places has moved my family in and out of several residences, and every single one of these moves could not have been run more smoothly."

I wholeheartedly and without reservation recommend Margaret Walsh and Changing Places.

- Carol Nie

 

 

Changing-Places Receives 2009 Best of Sausalito Award

"I am pleased to announce that Changing-Places has been selected for the 2009 Best of Sausalito Award in the Organizing Services category by the US Commerce Association.

Each year, the US Commerce Association (USCA) identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community."

- Ashley Carter
Selection Committee Chair
US Commerce Association

 

 
Changing-Places, Inc.:
Winner of the Pacific Sun Best Home Organizers Award for 2009
 

 

"Margaret Fearey Walsh and her team have twice come to my assistance. She moved me into a condominium in 2001, and I relied on her team to set up phones, cable TV, and of course move my belongings. It was a great experience. In 2009, I was working internationally when the call from my realtor came that she had a buyer for that same condominium. I was busy overseas so I agreed to the sale only on the condition that everything be packed up and shipped to me, turn-key-style. When you are remote, you are completely at the mercy of your moving service, and one thing becomes key: Will the service really handle the overall project, soup-to-nuts, including unexpected items? Margaret and her team will. So I called her up three days before the move was scheduled to occur, got a quote from her for an international move with a 40ft container, shipping one car with my household, and not only did she then move my household with the shortest notice, she also found an auctioneer who could sell my other cars. In addition, Margaret was more cost effective.

Thank you Margaret, and thanks to your team as well"

- Beat Knecht
Switzerland

 

 
Margaret and her expert staff took charge and organized all facets of a very complicated move for our family.

From the moment she and her staff entered our home, I knew we were in capable hands. Margaret and the Changing Places crew worked tirelessly and with great care and efficiency to ensure our move was smooth and stress free. Each and every member of the team contributed to an atmosphere of calm, organized efficiency. I hope we do not move again for many years, but if we do, we won't be doing it without Margaret.”

- Michael & Elyse O'Sullivan
Piedmont, CA

 

 
Margaret Fearey Walsh"All I want for the Holidays is for Changing-Places to come back and organize my house."

- Meghen, Arie and Ken Kurtzig

 

 
'Moving our 10,000+sq ft family home in two different directions, one local and the other international, was an overwhelming task. Margaret and her incredibly efficient team were not only professional in their knowledge and organizational skills, but also patient and sympathetic to a situation that was both physically and emotionally exhausting. They knew how to adapt to 'my' very personal needs and genuinely cared about every aspect of the job. Everything was done quickly and efficiently and each and every helping hand carried a smile.

If you have to move, please call Margaret and her 'dream team'....you won't regret the investment!'

- Cynthia Ford Janneau
Paris, France

 

 
San Francisco Bay Area Organizing Service "We are writing you to exclaim our joy and complete satisfaction in working with you to get our Kentfield home ready for sale.

You helped us see things that made our home bright, warm and attrractive. The overall presentation was just excellent thanks to your insight and excellence. In short, you mobilized us for action and we recommend your services without qualification."

Sincerely,
Marty Rosen

 

 
San Francisco Bay Area Organizing Service"You were such a comfort to my client and such a master at your trade. This was no job for amateurs. ....

I know we were extremely fortunate to have you and to receive your direction. Your assistant, Bryan, was also exemplary. Walter felt totally protected cared for under your guidance."

- Jean Mastagni
Coldwell Banker Real Estate

 

 

Bay Area Movers"Working with Margaret is a truly delightful professional experience. She and her capable staff work consistently and completely with families who are in the process of a transition."

- Margaret Deedly
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
 

 

Bay Area Interior Design"What you did and how you did it was extraordinary — your superb work on our behalf far exceeded any expectations we had."

- Ed & Bambi Schwartz

 

 
Bay Area Interior Design "In 55 years, I have moved 9 times, by myself. Never again!

If you are planning to move, Margaret Walsh, will perform miracles for you. Changing Places will eliminate sleepless nights of anguish over what to keep, what to toss, what to donate, and what to give to friends and family."

- Shirley B. Cahill

 

 

Bay Area Interior Design"Thank you. Thank you.

When I brought my mother into her new home she just marveled at all that had been accomplished. Her clothes had been thoughtfully arranged in her closet, every towel and sheet put away in perfect order. The kitchen was set up to perfection; every piece of furniture had cushions on the feet and her enormous amount of china and silver was completely organized. It was utterly fantastic!."

- Lori McCarthy

 

 
San Francisco Bay Area Organizing Service With Changing-Places, moving is no problem....

"My last move with my daughter was pure hell and I vowed not to move again unless I could hire Margaret. She understood my concerns and transformed my new house into a home in only a day and a half."

- Steve Montoya
Computer Solutions

 

 
Bay Area Interior Design"You are patient, understanding and provide an outstanding staff of excellence. It was the one positive that made moving tolerable."

- Judge Donald Constine
with his daughter Dana

 

 
Bay Area Interior Design

"Thank you for your incredible kindness and professionalism....

It is unfortunately quite rare to work with people like you. You have a gift for putting people at ease and getting them through one of life's most stressful experiences.

On top of that, you have an eye for order and a keen sense of detail. Nothing was overlooked in our move. I only made it because of you. And I will never move again without you."

Fondly,
The Labons

 

 
Bay Area Interior Design"Margaret is the ultimate problem solver....

She oversaw the transformation of, essentially, a hovel with great potential to a spectacular residence by hiring and overseeing everything from junk removal to painters, to contractors to new carpet to roofers and gardeners. She had great resources and worked to find the best prices as if she were paying for it herself. She did it all with efficiency, politeness, firmness and a great sense of humor.

I trust her completely and hope to work with her again soon."

- Annie Williams
Hill & Company

 

 

Bay Area Interior Design"I tell everyone about your wonderful services. If any of my friends can't afford it, I advise them to take out a loan....

- Robin Wright Penn, Actress, Marin County, CA

 

 

Bay Area Interior Design"Margaret and her team thought of everything for us and get the job of moving done before we even knew it, making our new home even more lovely than the previous one.

Without Margaret and her team, we might still be unpacking in six months- they made it in two days!"

- Sandra Schoenberg

 

 
European Concierge Service

"You had less than a full week to mobilize movers and packers to get out of our home in Kentfield... I never dreamed it could be done — but you pulled it off with a smile and a willingness that endeared you to me.

As a mother of two and a business owner, I had very little personal time to dedicate to you. You took charge, made good decisions and in the end made my life and this move incredibly smooth."

- Linda Hothem
Letter From Our Client

 

 

Licensed Bonded Insured Movers"With four children, including a newborn, a cross-country move was extremely daunting.

The Changing Places team assisted us in New Jersey with labeling, sorting and organizing the house for the movers. Margaret mocked up the new home plan for us, so we knew our furniture would fit perfectly in the new space.

With the help of Changing Places, we immediately felt settled and ready to get on with our lives when we arrived. It was a pleasure to work with Margaret and her team."

- Susan Leupold

 

 

International Relocation Service "Changing-Places is a true treasure of a company. They are people who really care. The team was able to pack, sort and organize the whole house as well as arrange all kinds of services to help us get ready to sell our home.

My father was a fireman and a brakeman for the Mt. Tamalpais Railroad and my family has resided in Mill Valley since 1916."

-Walter Provines

 

 

San Francisco Bay Area Home RemodelingThe easiest move we ever made....

"Margaret did everything — all I had to do was pour a drink, watch TV and go to bed. And have everything in place. Three days — it was a miracle! If anyone is even thinking about moving, I tell them to go to Margaret."

- Bruce Hyman, Esq.
Letter From Our Client

 

 
900 square feet never looked so big....

"Margaret downsized my mother's 3200' home into a little museum apartment at The Ranch. The move would have been impossible without Changing-Places. She knows what she's doing — any move of any complexity — up or down."

- D.F., Esq.

 

 
Real Estate Home Staging MarinWith Changing-Places, moving is no problem....

"I think of her as an Organizing Therapist. She got our whole lives organized, not just our sock drawer. Time is so important to Margaret that she doesn't waste any of it."

-Stacy and Mike Salisbury, North Carolina

 

 

San Francisco MovingMargaret, you are worth every penny and more, you bring such value to the table.

-Maria Morrison, Pacific Union

 

 

 

 

 

Move across the country"Margaret was absolutely wonderful!

I was 8 1/2 months pregnant and it was 10 days before Christmas. I felt absolutely confident, she never made assumptions... I knew that she would take care of everything. Because of Margaret, I had a no-stress Christmas! I have already referred her to my friend and she said 'Margaret was fabulous'."

- Amy Grady

 

 

 
Sonoma Organizing ServiceAt Changing-Places, creating new life spaces with dignity and grace is our specialty....

"In a few hours, what Margaret brought me was peace of mind. She and her staff could and did identify the antiques. I had the utmost trust."

- Jane Taylor

 

 

Marin Organizing ServiceCreating easier ways to move....

"Using Margaret and Changing-Places is the difference between getting your life back together in one week versus one year."

- Elizabeth Clark

 

 
We have had the opportunity to have many of our clients work with Margaret over the last several years...

She has always produced amazing results and usually in a very short period of time.

- Richard Bastoni & Jeffrey Wahl

 
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LETTERS
"Over the years, Changing Places has moved my family in and out of several residences, and every single one of these moves could not have been run more smoothly.  When our current move in date approached, Changing Places was always my only choice for relocation help.  I wholeheartedly and without reservation recommend Margaret Walsh and Changing Places. "
Carol Nie
Bay Area Interior Decorating Interior Design San Francisco
"Will the service really handle the overall project, soup-to-nuts, including unexpected items? Margaret and her team will. "
Beat Knecht
Bay Area Interior Decorating Interior Design San Francisco
"...What you did and how you did it was extraordinary. How you pitched in and helped us was so full of energy and focused direction that we were really in awe."
Ed Schwartz
Bay Area Interior Decorating Interior Design San Francisco

"Working with Margaret is a truly delightful professional experience. She and her capable staff work consistently and completely with families who are in the process of a transition."
Margaret Deedly
Coldwell Banker Real Estate

  Interior Design San Francisco
"...Margaret will visit your home and determine your needs and wants; she is an alert listener. Then, with the help of crew members updated by Margaret, you will sort things out room by room, closet by closet, deciding what to toss, what to keep, what to give to friends and relatives, consignment shops and various thrift stores. Everything will be properly boxed and delivered as needed."
Shirley Cahill
  Interior Design San Francisco

"I especially wanted to tell you how thoughtful, courteous, considerate and efficient all of your staff proved to be. When I was feeling a bit out of control and losing my focus, they were always so gentle in bringing me back on track with what we needed to do."
Lori McCarthy
  Interior Design San Francisco

"It was overwhelming to even imagine how my client could get packed and get the house ready for sale. Not only did you accomplish this feat with grace, ease, good humor and efficiency, you even led us to a wonderful stager who agreed to take on the task after you had finished."
Jean Mastagni
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
  Interior Design San Francisco

"Changing-Places took care of myriad details that I had never considered; brought a lovely team of people, each and every one of whom was helpful, courteous and to boot charming; and, to top it all off, charged about half of what I would have charged someone else for the amount of labor you expended."
Peter Coyote, Actor, Marin County, CA
  Interior Design San Francisco

"We engaged Margaret Walsh to coordinate the remodel of a 5 bedroom home in July 2005…We were able to place the completed house on the market in the allotted time and realized 20% over the listed price. The math is recommendation enough but, additionally, Margaret was gracious, fair and efficient."
- Pam and Jake Skaer for the Peter H. Skaer Trust

  Interior Design San Francisco

"When my clients say, 'Margaret Walsh and her staff are absolutely amazing — I could not have accomplished this without her— that makes me a 'hero' in my business."
Margaret E. Deedy, Broker, GRI
Coldwell Banker Real Estate
  California Moving Company

"You had less than a full week to mobilize movers and packers to get out of our home in Kentfield...I never dreamed it could be done — but you pulled it off with a smile and a willingness that endeared you to me. As a mother of two and a business owner, I had very little personal time to dedicate to you. You took charge, made good decisions and in the end made my life and this move incredibly smooth."
-Linda Hothem
Bonanza Buildings

Licensed Movers

The easiest move we ever made....

"Margaret did everything — all I had to do was pour a drink, watch TV and go to bed. And have everything in place. Three days — it was a miracle! If anyone is even thinking about moving, I tell them to go to Margaret."
-Bruce Hyman, Esq.

Sonoma Organizing Service

"I almost wish I had to keep moving so I could keep working with her!"
-Barbara Marx Hubbard

San Francisco Moving

"You say your name is Margaret Walsh, but I know that the monogram really means Miracle Worker!...You made room for every one of our prized possessions which required tearing down walls, turning a room into a walk-in closet, building a bay window (with storage under the seat) and changing our color décor totally...Please know that I do most enthusiastically recommend you to anyone moving across the street or across the country."
-Betsy Bliss Nicholls
International Relocation Service

"You make a real estate agent look good."
Jan Minar
Pacific Union Real Estate Group
San Francisco Bay Area Organizing Service

"Your job was done professionally, on time, and on budget. The sellers and Hill & Company could not have been more pleased... (the job) achieved a sales price considerably over the asking price... Thank you for a job well done."
Jay Costello, General Manager
Hill & Co. Real Estate
Move across the country
 
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PRESS
 
The US Commerce Assoc. (USCA) honors Changing-Places with the 2009 Best of Sausalito Award in the Organizing Services category
  BookEach year, the USCA identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.
 
Changing-Places: Winner of the Pacific Sun Best Home Organizers Award for 2009
 
Luxury Marketing
The Magazine of the Luxury Marketing Council San Francisco: Member Profile
  This month we talk with Margaret Fearey Walsh, President and Founder of Changing-Places, the Bay Area’s earliest practitioner in the growing field of home organization, which covers the gamut from managing home relocation across the globe, to organizing households for the affluent as well as the average family, seniors or time-deprived. Walsh takes us from her company’s humble beginnings 16 years ago to its current peak as industry leader....
 
Real Estate with Bobbi Decker: Moving
  Watch our interview by Bobbi Decker! A half hour event that will provide you with tons of great moving tips and ideas.
 
San Francisco Examiner
  The Art of Moving
A professional moving coordinator can help not only with the move, but can increase the sales value of your home by suggesting "refreshes," such as staging or decorating ideas...keeping everything on time and budget....
 
Christian Science Monitor
  Boomers start to downsize
Some baby boomers are pulling up stakes in their 50s, while they are still working, and moving into smaller quarters.
 
Twin Cities Times
  Margaret Fearey Walsh and Changing-Places. are celebrating
their 15th year in business.

Professional movers transport your household, and the team unpacks, organizes and sets up your new home. Order and beauty are created in a matter of days.
 
The Cities Times
  'Staging' is all the rage for savvy home sellers
The recipe for making a profit in real estate is pretty simple...
But the more savvy individuals are realizing that with a little effort,
that profit margin can go up significantly....
 
Marin Independent Journal
  No Move too Daunting for Sausalito Company
This professional organizer systematically moves corporate and independent clients across the nation or around the world by offering to provide full-service planning and assistance....
 
PacificSun
  Setting the Stage
A handful of handy services that will help your home look great
 
Corporate Relocation News
  The 67th Street Crisis
...Chaos and stress will surprise us, no matter how organized and experienced we are. But with quick thinking, faith and the occasional angel, we persevere....
 
Relocation Compass Magazine
  Your Solution When Changing Places
In the nine years Margaret Fearey Walsh has been in business, she has relocated busy executives, performing artists, military officers, and a host of other clients, all with the same attention to detail, level of expertise, and tireless dedication.
 
San Francisco Chronicle
Changing Places, Inc. Clear the Clutter
Make most of every move by shedding old stuff
Home organizing experts, including Margaret Fearey Walsh of Changing Places in Greenbrae, agree that the best approach to clearing the clutter, whether to prepare for a move, downsizing or clearing out space in your home -- and life -- is to take it slowly and in stages....
   
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