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Relocating

Help from your employer

The type and amount of relocation assistance you will receive from your employer can vary tremendously. Some companies offer different levels of assistance depending on your job position, while others offer essentially the same package to everyone. Be sure you get a list of all relocation services you will receive in writing before beginning the process, and read the 'fine print' carefully. If there is a particular relocation service you feel you must have but it is not included in what the employer is offering, go ahead and ask for it.

Many employers are willing to negotiate a level of relocation assistance to better meet your needs and make the transition easier for you. It is in their best interest, in fact, to help you with this transition because if you are worrying about relocation issues you are not able to focus on your new job. They are much better off in the long run if they give a bit of extra relocation help because it allows you to focus better on your new job and creates greater long term loyalty.

Once you are in the process of relocating, don't try to 'go it alone' in the new location. Ask your new colleagues for tips and advice on the best restaurants, for example, or on the best outdoor activities in the area. Tap into their knowledge whenever possible; in fact, most of the time your new co-workers will be more than happy to offer their thoughts to help you.

Moving day

When moving day comes, you might just be surprised at how challenging it is to load up your belongings, transport them to the new location, and unpack them in your new home. You can do much to ease this task through some simple planning and preparation to ensure packing and unpacking proceed smoothly.

Start cleaning out your closets and other spaces well in advance of moving day. Get rid of any old clothing, possessions, furniture, or other items you no longer need. It is much easier to donate them or give them away before moving than it is to go to the time and effort of moving them, only to pile them back into a closet once again.

Make a point of doing a little bit of packing every day. Start with those items you do not use on a regular basis, and gradually progress toward your daily living necessities. Always label each box clearly with its contents and with its destination in your new home. For instance, you might label a box containing bed sheets as 'bed linens' and the location as 'upstairs linen closet'; this information will be very helpful when it comes time to place the box in the right spot in your new home.

Be sure you allow plenty of time for moving. If possible, arrange to take a day or two off from your new job so you can unpack your things and get settled into your new home. Most employers are willing to do this because they know you will be much more focused on your new job if you are not worrying about what's still in all those boxes in your living room.

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