Moving Resources
Moving & Relocation Resources
Moving to your new home is a time of pressure with so much in mind dealing with paperwork, working with movers and so on. It is impossible to remember everything.

Since organization is key to a smooth move, we hope RentGwinnett.net can help you make your move to the Atlanta area as smooth as possible
 
Moving Guides
Moving Tips from FlyLady - "We're moving and I don't know where to start!" If this is how you feel. Let the FlyLady tell you what to do.
Stamp Out Moving Stress by Chris Exploring - A review of the moving resources provided by the U. S. Postal Service.
Movers Hold Consumers Hostage - an article about regulation.
Moving and Packing Guide - Although moving can be a stressful step for a family, it can be less of a hassle when you get a head start.

How to Find a Reputable Moving Company - MovingScam.com's most popular article.

Temporary Housing - Whether moving by choice or because your company requires it, temporary housing is often necessary to bridge the gap between arrival in a new community and settling in your permanent residence.
Don't get scammed by your mover - In the virtually unregulated moving industry, swindlers can brazenly hold your goods hostage with little to fear. That's why choosing the right mover is crucial. Here's how.
Beware Of Movers Who Take You For a Ride - by Michelle Singletary, WashingtonPost.com
10 Things Your Moving Company Won't Tell You - by Nkiru Asika Oluwasanmi, Smart Money Magazine
Protect Your Move - A site from the Federal Motor Career Safety Administration (part of the US Dept. of Transportation). Their mission is to decrease moving fraud by providing consumers with the knowledge and resources to plan a successful move.
RealEstateJournal - A Wall Street Journal website. Plan your relocation production, review extensive information profiles for over 100 US cities, home design and home improvement info, and even info on lawn and garden care.
 
Moving Resource Links
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration - Their mission is to decrease moving fraud by providing consumers with the knowledge and resources to plan a successful move.
American Moving and Storage Association - The national trade association for the moving industry.
Sperling's Best Places - Information about the cost of living, schools, crime, homes, and climate in many major cities in the U.S. This link is specific to Atlanta.
Georgia Movers Association - The Georgia Movers Association (GaMA) is a trade association representing over 150 member movers within the State of Georgia, providing both local and long distance services.
U. S. Postage Service Change of Address Form
123 Movers - Moving Companies & Movers Directory
10 Questions to ask your Home Inspector from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Home Inspections - Find Georgia Home Inspectors.
American Society of Home Inspectors - North America’s oldest and largest professional society of home inspectors.
MovingScam.com is dedicated to providing solid, impartial consumer education and to working for better consumer protections in the moving industry.
Ripoff Report™ is a worldwide consumer reporting Website & Publication, by consumers, for consumers, to file & document complaints about companies or individuals who rip-off consumers.
Salary Calculator: Determine salary levels for your current career in various cities throughout the country.
 
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