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Puerto Rico welcomes more than four million tourists each yeari who are attracted by its white-sand beaches, natural beauty, rich history, vibrant culture, and delicious food.  But what about making Puerto Rico your home?  For the first time in 15 years, the population of Puerto Rico increased in 2019,ii indicating both that more people are moving to the island—and more are staying. After Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico in 2017, the island saw a population decline of around 130,000,iii with many people leaving for the continental U.S.  However, now that the island has recovered significantly from the devastation, many are rediscovering Puerto Rico as a place to call...

Updated: November 17, 2025  To attract and retain top talent, some companies offer corporate relocation plans as part of their employee benefit packages. Corporate relocation packages can take many forms, including lump sum payments that give you full control over your move or fully covered employee relocations where every detail is handled on your behalf.    While these packages can be a valuable resource, it's important to understand what's included, how each is structured, and whether it will meet your needs. The right package can ease the stress of a major life transition. However, misunderstanding your benefits can leave you facing unexpected out-of-pocket costs or significant logistical challenges.  In this article, we'll walk you through:  The four most common types of relocation packages and what they cover  Three things to look out for before accepting a relocation package ...

Executives decide to move their corporate headquarters for a number of reasons. Some choose locations they believe will appeal to top talent. Other relocations closer to transportation hubs to make business travel simpler and cheaper, while still others shift locations to take advantage of attractive financial incentives like tax breaks. To help keep you ahead of the trends in corporate relocations, we’re highlighting the “why” and the “where” of recent corporate relocations. We’ll start by showing you the factors in today’s business environment that are motivating these companies to move. Then, we’ll highlight four trending U.S. destinations for corporate relocations, including who’s moved recently—and why....

As an approved Transportation Service Provider through the GSA’s Centralized Household Goods Traffic Management Program (CHAMP), DeWitt Move Worldwide works closely with several government agencies to move their employees overseas. We have years of experience helping people relocate for U.S. government jobs – all over the world. If your company is also an approved TSP—or planning to get involved with government moves—we wanted to share some trends in the marketplace when it comes to U.S. government jobs overseas. By recognizing these trends early, you can be extra prepared for future projects that might cross your desk. First, federal hiring is up overall. The Bureau of...

When it comes to international relocations, we have a saying here at DeWitt Move: “It’s the little things that make a huge difference.” Nowhere is this more evident than in the customs clearance process. Whether you’re coming from an international destination and clearing back into the U.S. or clearing local customs when moving abroad, getting the procedures and documentation right is crucial. If you fail to declare a restricted item or forget a crucial piece of paperwork—such as the inventory list for the wine you’re shipping—your container could be held up for weeks. To give you a taste of the kinds of rules you might encounter during an international relocation, we talked to our experts. They gathered some...

Moving can be stressful—even more so than divorce, according to a recent study. After all, when you use a moving company to help you transition to a new home, you’re essentially turning over all of your most personal possessions to a group of people you just met. It requires a certain level of trust, no question.   However, when you do your research and choose a reputable moving company that deserves that trust, your moving story is much more likely to have a happy ending.   Additionally, this research can help you understand exactly how your moving company operates, giving you a clear sense of what to expect at every phase of your move. This can significantly reduce your stress and worry. Instead of...