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Are you the kind of person who craves coastal life? Some people don’t give it a second thought. For others, living near the water is their first priority.  If you’re a certified thalassophile (someone who loves the ocean!)—and you’re considering a move between Long Beach, California and Hawaii—we’ve got good news: Proximity to the Pacific is something you’ll enjoy in both places. And, it’s not the only similarity that links the two.  We’d love to help you make a simple and easy relocation to your new home, whether that’s in Long Beach or the Hawaiian Islands. In this article, we’ll walk you through the links between the two spots to help with a smooth transition. And, to help you envision life in...

From 2018-2019, Henderson held the title of Nevada’s fastest-growing city, and its popularity shows no signs of waning. In fact, Henderson recently outpaced Reno to become Nevada’s second most-populated city behind #1 Las Vegas, which has about double the population of Henderson. What’s drawing people to Henderson? Job opportunities, for one. Henderson hosts the offices of several large companies, including Bank of America, Zappos, Amazon, Ocean Spray, and Levi Strauss & Company, among others. Entrepreneurs have also flocked to the state to enjoy its low business taxes (including no franchise tax or business income tax) and its business-friendly court system. The area has also seen...

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...

The last few years of low unemployment numbers have motivated many companies to design attractive packages for potential hires, including relocation incentives. Even as recent events leave the future of the job market uncertain, companies including Capital One, UCHealth, Salesforce, and more are continuing to hire thousands of employees. As Americans adjust to this emerging new reality, we may see more and more people relocating for work. If you’re relocating more than 50 miles for work, your future employer may offer you some type of relocation compensation. Usually, these packages cover “reasonable” moving and work-related expenses related to your move. According to a recent survey...

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...