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Moving Tips: Relocating And Moving For A New Job
by Sara Rankin
Relocating for a new job can be both an exciting and stressful experience. While the new job may be the dream job you've been working toward, the prospect of relocating in a short period of time may dampen your spirits. The farther away from "home" you have to relocate for a new job, the more concerns may arise. To minimize the stress of starting a new job in a new city far from home, follow these helpful tips for a worry-free relocation.
Downsizing Or Upsizing & Hiring A Moving Company
There are several factors to consider when deciding to relocate for a new job. Most importantly, what does your family need? If you live alone, an apartment or condo may suffice. If you have three children, two dogs and a cat, a single-family home with a large backyard may be a must.
Next, consider your budget. Home prices vary drastically from city to city and there are many factors that affect price including location, amenities, and the condition of the homes. In smaller cities, you may be able to stretch your buck and get more house than you thought possible. In bigger cities where real estate is in high demand, you may be forced to pay a premium to downsize.
Whether by choice or necessity you decide to downsize, decide if you can part with some of your belongings by selling them, or if you'll need to rent a storage facility near your new home. If you're upsizing, make sure to work the cost of new furniture and personal effects into your budget.
Once you have found a new home, consider whether or not you should hire a moving company. While moving yourself will certainly save some money, if you have an ample budget, movers can make your life easier by packing, loading, driving, and unloading your belongings. If you do decide to hire a moving company, make sure they're licensed and insured.
Buy Moving Kits, Moving Boxes, And Moving Supplies
While it may be tempting to bum boxes from a grocery store or use hand-me-downs from your friends' previous moves, having proper moving and packing supplies can significantly reduce your stress level.
You can buy moving boxes and moving kits from your local moving company or from an online distributor, often at discounted prices. Do some research to find the moving supplies you need at the best price possible.
Moving kits can save you time and money. Depending on the size of your home and items being moved, many companies offer small, medium or large moving kits that contain several sizes of boxes. These moving kits may also include packing supplies such as air bubble cushioning wrap, packing paper, tape and permanent markers to clearly label the boxes.
It is important to buy moving boxes or moving kits that fit the items being moved. If you have a home office to move, buy moving boxes made of heavy-duty corrugated cardboard and spring for the air bubble cushioning wrap to protect your valuable computer and electronics. Likewise, you can buy moving boxes made especially for moving clothes in a wardrobe or for moving your heavy-duty kitchen appliances to protect them from being scratched.
Relocation Reimbursement Or Income Tax Write Off
Many companies understand that relocating for a new job can be a stressful experience, and most are willing to help out by reimbursing your relocation costs. The types of expenses typically reimbursed include the cost to buy moving boxes and moving kits and the cost to hire a mover.
Additional costs that are sometimes paid (or sometimes overlooked) include lost utility deposits or security deposits on an apartment, and establishment costs in the new state such as registering your vehicle and renting a temporary storage facility. Some companies will even go as far as putting you up in "corporate housing" for a short period of time to help you get established in the area while you house hunt.
If relocation reimbursement wasn't discussed during the application process, it never hurts to ask! However, if your new employer is not willing to reimburse you for relocation expenses, you can write off your move on your next income taxes. Make sure to keep all of your receipts and check with your tax accountant for guidelines.
If relocating is part of the deal when it comes to accepting your new dream job, follow these tips to ensure a worry-free move. To make your move easier, evaluate your new housing needs, buy moving boxes and moving kits, and ask your new employer about reimbursement for your relocation expenses.
About the Author
Sara Rankin writes for Discover Boxes, a leading provider of moving kits (discoverboxes.com/moving-kits.htm) with different-sized boxes and moving supplies. Discover Boxes allows customers to buy moving boxes (discoverboxes.com/) at a discount price.
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