Research Cost of Living Differences; housing, transportation, food, clothing, etc.
Check your moving and storage options - if moving with a relocation company they should have information on this for you.
Pack your necessities to get you through the first few days and keep them with you. Moving trucks can get delayed, closing can get pushed back, and even unpacking can take a long time. Make sure you have what you NEED to get you through!
Don't forget about your prescriptions!
Taxes and Licenses:
Know the state tax differences, property, sales, and income tax.
You will need to get a new driver's license and vehicle registration. In Arkansas you have 30 days to get your new vehicle registration.
You will also need to update your vehicle insurance with your new address.
For more help, visit dfa.arkansas.gov/motor-vehicle
Register to vote in your new state; you can do so online at sos.arkansas.gov/elections
Mail
Update your new home address and forward your mail from your previous address: you can do so online at USPS.com/move
Climate
Get informed on weather in your new state and the risks of natural disasters.
Arkansas is known to have relatively mild weather- with four very distinct seasons and generally pleasant weather; although Arkansas can have thunderstorms, hail, tornadoes, and snowstorms so it is important to be prepared.
Healthcare
Check in with your healthcare insurance to see how the move will affect your insurance. Start scoping out healthcare providers. You will also need to plan to get your healthcare records in person or transferred to your new provider.
Transfer prescriptions to a pharmacy in your new town.
Moving to a new state can be stressful, but you don't have to be as stressed with these tips to prepare you for a successful move!
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