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After over 60 years in international moves, we know that there’s nothing that can disrupt a relocation faster than finding prohibited materials in a shipment of household goods. Not only does it mean delays and possible fines, but it can also erode trust with international partners and officials, making future relocations potentially problematic.  Keeping up with the incredibly specific regulations set forth by all the countries of the world is a challenge, no question. However, if you have customers relocating to Mexico soon, we want to make it a little easier for you to move them south of the border.  We’ve been working with our established partners in Mexico to assist in relocations,...

Read Time | 4 Minutes If you’re bringing goods into the United States, you may have heard of a regulation called the Importer Security Filing and Additional Carrier Requirements (ISF), also known commonly as 10+2. In their ongoing mission to enhance the safety and security of the country, Customs and Border Protection instituted this regulation, which gathers information on a shipment’s entire supply chain in order to more effectively identify high-risk cargo. The regulation only applies to shipments arriving in the U.S. via ocean freight.  Under this rule, the agent or broker for every shipment must submit 10 points of data. Eight of these must be reported at least 24 hours before a shipment is loaded on a steamship headed for the United States. The other two are due no later...

Every year, we help thousands of families move to new #destinations—here in the United States, to our far-flung territories and, increasingly, abroad.   Specifically, we’re seeing five international destinations pop up over and over again. Each offers its own set of unique benefits to individuals and families moving from the United States such as favorable exchange rates, attractive lifestyles and increases in quality of life. To help you prep your customers who relocating to these countries popular with U.S. expats, we’ll give you a quick run-down on each.   Mexico  Major #Destinations:   Mexico City  San Miguel de Allende  Oaxaca  Playa del Carmen  Median Home Price: $110,600 (USD)i   Median Annual Salary: $4,959 (USD)ii   Net Migration: -1.80 (Migrants/1,000 population)iii  Note: The net migration rate is a statistic that compares the difference between the number of people entering...

Puerto Rico, the smallest member of the Caribbean archipelago known as the Greater Antilles, is also called “La Isla del Encanto“—the island of enchantment. This U.S. territory is just a little smaller than the state of Connecticut and plays host to gorgeous white sand beaches, the lush El Yunque rainforest, majestic mountains and cool, inland rivers.   It also offers perks to U.S. citizens who decide to make Puerto Rico their home. In addition to tax incentives, Puerto Rico makes it nearly seamless for Americans and permanent residents to live and work on the island. No special work visas are required and the island operates on the U.S. dollar, so you don’t have to exchange any currency. Plus, if you...

When you’re relocating to a destination like Alaska, Guam or Hawaii, you might think your starting location doesn’t matter much. After all, is a move from California to Guam that different from a move from New York to Guam? Other than a slightly higher cost, what difference do 3,500 miles make? There are a few things you need to know if you’re considering a move to a Pacific destination. Check out these four things that can impact your move. #1: Bulky Items Will Add Big Cost If you’ve done some research, you may already know that your moving company should offer you: 1) An on-site...

Relocating to Mexico can offer an exciting change of pace. However, as with moving to any international destination, it can also provoke questions, uncertainties and even anxiety for anyone making the transition. If you’re looking to help your customers or employees (and their families!) relocate to Mexico, we’ve put together four tips for making the move a smooth one. Equipped with this understanding, you’ll be able to orchestrate a straightforward relocation to Mexico, one that’s free of surprises and unexpected charges. Mexico Moving Tip #1 – Line Up the Proper Documentation Having all of the correct documents prepped and ready is the #1 key to...