Make Your Long-Distance Career Move Stress-Free

When planning a relocation to Westborough, MA, first consider how you will meet your basic needs. Taking control of pre-planning for these things will help you visualize living in a new location. These basic needs should include a place to live, transportation, moving your belongings, and thinking through any work-related needs for the move.

Once you visualize everything you'll need for your career relocation, you'll find it easier to prioritize what order you'll need to complete the following pre-move checklist items. Go Team Stiles shows you how to move forward.

1. Find Your Next Home

The first item on the list is finding a place to live. Options include renting or buying a new home. No matter your income bracket, it pays to research average home and rental prices in your favorite neighborhoods. For example, in Greenwood, IN the average home price for August 2022 was over $300,000. The average rental cost depends on several factors, but expect to pay around $1,800 per month. 

With average prices in mind, you can narrow your search by considering the proximity to schools and your new job. Maps for becoming familiarized with your new neighborhood should help you start thinking about your next place to live. Local realtors and experts can also provide resources.

Incidentally, there are ways you can save money during the home-buying process. You can search for rent-to-own homes and look for the "as-is" option when looking at purchase details. While this option comes with risk, you can minimize risk with guidance from a lawyer and a thorough inspection of the building and property. Don't overlook examining public land records for any potential issues.

2. Move Your Vehicle

Once you get to your new home you'll need to have access to your car for getting around and getting to work. It might be economical to contact a long-haul vehicle moving broker to find shipping rates to meet your budget. Be careful with this option. The best rates often come with long shipping times, so plan accordingly.

3. Move Your Belongings

You have two options: move your stuff or hire someone to do it for you. Renting a moving van, loading it, and then driving it a long distance can be costly considering the added expenses like food and lodging. A professional mover may relieve some stress, but be sure to look at reviews and compare several options.

4. Consider Work-Related Items

If you anticipate needing a job in the new location, consider creating a professional resume ahead of the move. A free online tool can make you – and your resume – stand out. For a personal touch, you can add photos and special layouts.

If you own a brick-and-mortar business, you'll need to register your LLC in your new location. Avoid attorney fees by self-filing the required paperwork or using a service that creates the paperwork and files for you. Research state-specific laws and regulations for your industry to avoid penalties and fines.

A Worry-Free Career Move

Your long-distance career move doesn't need to be stressful. You can save money and reduce stress by looking at your move from a basic needs point of view and then meeting those needs with careful planning. For help finding your next home, contact the Team Stiles real estate team.