How Should I Prepare to Move to Another City?

March 25, 2021
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Moving to a new home often brings about lots of extra tasks and responsibilities. Those are amplified even more if your relocation takes you to a city, state, or even country that you might not be familiar with. 

If a relocation to a new town is in your future, we’ve put together a collection of resources to help you know what to do to prepare for your move to another city. 

Researching A New City 

Whether you’re still trying to decide where to move or you know where you’re going, it is important to do your research. Here are a few things to consider as you begin to learn about your future hometown: 

  • City Size
  • Job Market
  • Walkability vs Drivability
  • School System/ School Ratings
  • Crime Rates
  • Commute Lengths
  • Rental and Real Estate Markets
  • Cost of Living
  • Local Culture
  • Climate & Natural Disasters

Not sure where to start your search? Neighborhood databases and user forums such as City-Data.com, StreetAdvisor, and even local Facebook groups can help you gain insights of the area. 

Call city hall and ask if they have any new resident resources available. If you have any mutual friends near the areas you are interested in, use them as a resource. Reading the local newspaper, Instagram tags, and the local Chamber of Commerce site can also provide you with important information. Once you narrow down a few options, a more fun and immersive experience could be to get an Airbnb in the area and do an extended stay.

Preparing to Move to a New City

Once you know a little more about where you’re going, it’s time to start focusing on what you need to do to get there. Here are the next steps to help you plan your relocation to a new city. 

  1. Pick a neighborhood
  2. Decide: buying or renting

Buying

  1. Search for a Realtor®

If you do not have any mutual friends to ask for a recommendation, make sure to read reviews and pick the best Realtor®  for you. The first one you call may not always be the right one for you. 

  1. Tour homes

Make notes as you tour to help you remember which home is which, as well as your likes and dislikes. Notes are especially important when you are touring many homes in a short period of time.

  1. Negotiate a home purchase

Make an offer, negotiate the details, and obtain financing for your new home.

Renting: 

3. Search for apartments online

Do your research, look at floor plans, amenities, and area information. Take time to read online reviews of complexes to see any potential problems that complexes may bring. 

4. Tour apartments

Come to tours with questions for the leasing consultant. Asking the same questions at each complex will help you compare them. 

5. Apply to apartments

You will need to provide proof of income, diverse license number and social security number, and possibly references from previous landlords. 

6. Make a plan for moving your belongings

This can be by driving them in your personal vehicle, renting a truck for a DIY move, or hiring a moving company. ADSI Moving Systems offers local moves, long distance relocations, and international moving options. Looking for DIY? Check out our partners at Go Mini’s of Augusta .  

Here are a few tips and resources to help you get moving

7. Get your home set up

Make sure you have set up your internet, utilities, rent payment, and renter’s insurance accounts. 

8. Don’t forget to update these things after you move:

  • File a change of address with the Post Office
  • Update your address:
    • Bank Accounts
    • Credit Cards
    • Online Subscriptions
  • Notify the DMV
  • Get a new driver’s license
  • Register your car in the new state
  • Register to vote in the state you moved to

Settling Into a New City After a Move

Now that you have finished your move. Be sure to get out in your new city! Here are a few ways you can get involved and meet new people. 

  • Join a team sport
  • Find events related to your interests
  • Venture to breweries or coffee shops
  • Make friends in your complex/neighborhood
  • Join local groups on facebook to meet new people with similar interests

International Relocation

If you are planning to become a resident and move abroad there are a few extra steps that must be taken to ensure your move runs smoothly. Each country has its own requirements, so be sure to check the requirements for your destination. 

By booking an international relocation with ADSI Moving Systems, you will gain access to our international moving plan. This includes a personal move consultation, custom international moving services, global property protection, and custom clearance management. We also offer full packing, storage, and unloading services, property protection, and transportation and delivery. 

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We’re here to help! Contact us today to schedule your free in-home estimate today and let’s get moving, together.

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