Your First 30 Days in a New State: License, Registration, Voting, and Taxes
The boxes are the easy part. Becoming an official resident takes a handful of errands with real deadlines. Here is what to do in your first month, in the order that saves the most trips.
May 28, 2026 · 7 min read
House Hunting From Another State: How to Find a Home Before You Move
Finding a home in a city you do not live in yet takes a different plan than a local search. Here is how to research from a distance, tour by video, make one visit count, and line up the move.
April 22, 2026 · 6 min read
Why Long-Distance Moving Delivery Windows Vary and How to Plan Around Yours
On a long-distance move you usually get a range of delivery days instead of a single date. Here is what sets that range, what can stretch it, and how to plan so the wait is not a problem.
March 27, 2026 · 6 min read
Moving to a State With No Income Tax: What Changes and What Does Not
A handful of states do not tax wages, and they draw a lot of movers. Before you plan a relocation around that, here is what the change does for your paycheck and what it leaves exactly as it was.
March 19, 2026 · 5 min read
Storage During a Move: When You Need It and What It Costs
Move-out day and move-in day do not always line up. Here is when storage makes sense, how the three main options differ, what sets the price, and how to get your things ready.
May 8, 2025 · 6 min read
How to Ship a Car When Moving to Another State
Your household goods ride on the moving truck, but your car usually travels separately. Here is how car shipping works, what affects the price, and how to get your vehicle ready.
May 10, 2023 · 6 min read
What You Cannot Take Across State Lines When You Move: Plants, Firewood, and More
State and federal agriculture rules limit what can cross a state border, and a household move is not exempt. Here is what gets stopped most often and how to check before you pack.
April 27, 2023 · 6 min read
Cross-Country Moving Timeline: What to Do and When
A long-distance move has more moving parts than a local one. This week-by-week plan covers what to do, and when, from two months out to your first week in a new state.
May 8, 2018 · 6 min read
Relocating for a Job: What to Ask for in a Relocation Package
A job offer in another city comes with a second negotiation: who pays for the move. Here is what a relocation package can cover, how the common types work, and what to get in writing.
May 20, 2015 · 6 min read
Drive or Fly When Moving Long Distance: How to Decide
The movers take care of your furniture. Getting your family, your pets, and your car to the new house is up to you. Here is how to choose between the highway and the airport.
July 5, 2011 · 5 min readReady to plan your move?
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Request a QuoteQuick answers about long-distance moving
How far in advance should I book a cross-country move?
Book at least three to four weeks ahead for a long-distance move. Summer, weekends, and the first and last days of the month fill up earliest, so book those sooner. Read the full guide.
Why can't my mover give me an exact delivery date for a long-distance move?
The truck has to cover the distance under federal driving-hour limits, may be carrying more than one household, and faces weather, traffic, and access issues at every stop. A range of days is the honest way to account for that. Read the full guide.
What is storage-in-transit?
Storage-in-transit is temporary storage arranged by your mover as part of the move. Your shipment is held in a warehouse under your inventory between pickup and delivery, then delivered when your new home is ready. Read the full guide.
How long do I have to get a driver's license after moving to a new state?
It depends on the state. Deadlines for new residents range from days to a few months. Georgia, for example, requires new residents to apply within 30 days, so check your new state's DMV or driver services website before you move. Read the full guide.