Tips on Moving

Moving.  Just the word incites images of boxes that need to be either packed or unpacked.  We realize that it takes takes tremendous effort to move - so to help you ease your moving efforts experience, we have pulled together some resources.  

Things to do BEFORE moving
In addition to packing, there must be a hundred other things that need to get done before you move.  Do you know what they are?  The link provides a checklist of things to do one month, two weeks, and the day before the big move. Get the jump on your move!

Got kids?  Tips on how to make the move easier for them
Moving can be as challenging as it is exciting.  Remember, it is just as hard for kids as it is for adults. They, too, are leaving behind familiar places and important friends. This link provides you with tips to help prepare your kids for the move and settling them your/their new home.  

Selecting the Right Moving Company
Whether you are moving across town or across the country, it is important that you allow plenty of time to go through the process of selecting the moving company that will best suit your needs. 

The Moving Calculator
Use this calculator to estimate interstate or local moving cost in the United States. Moving costs for non-continental U.S. locations - including Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico - are not available at this time.

The Relocation Wizard
Are you Relocating to a new area?  Let the Relocation Wizard plan your move with a custom timeline. Answer a few questions, then click "create a timeline" and let the Wizard do the rest.

Things to do AFTER the move
Besides unpacking, there are many things that should be done after your move that are often overlooked - like  registering to vote, finding out when your trash will be collected, etc.  This link provides post-move tips to help you in your new home/town.

Tax deductible moving expenses
Moving can be expensive. Certain moving and relocation expenses are tax deductible. The following information contained here is for general reference only and details might vary for your specific circumstances.