Since the U.S. Census Bureau began keeping track of domestic relocation levels in 1947, America has not seen a level of relocation as low as it is now.
Northeasterners relocate the least, citing high relocation costs as the likely reason, while relocations are the highest in the west.
Despite low levels, the reasons migration is down is not just a bad economy (although that appears to be a common driver), family matters remain the top reason for a move with marriage or divorce accounting for nearly one in three moves.
Why People Relocate
- New or better home
- Moving out on their own
- Cheaper housing
- New job or employee relocation
- Moving closer to work
- Lower crime rate
- Wanted to buy a home
- Loss of employment
- Better weather
- Due to natural disaster
These reasons appear to be timeless, but it is predicted that this list will look substantially different in two years with more reasons surrounding finances than family or work reasons. With relocation at an all time low, those involved in work related to relocations will continue to take a major hit as consumers choose to sit still and wait out this tide of bad economic times.
Moving is one of the most upsetting and tiresome activities you can take on. It can be tough not only for grownups, but for children as well. After being told they will be relocating, children often feel scared and confused. In deciding how to break the moving news to your children, think about an approach which will best match their age and learn to communicate in their “language”. As much as possible, whenever you can find time, talk about it a lot. They’ll be needing a lot of time to deal with with almost everything in terms of moving. Count on them to ask some funny questions, and all it takes is a bit of tolerance when answering them. Transition will be very hard between little children, adults need to help them understand the reason for moving in their own way.
Let s talk about tips on having the transition for small children less difficult:
Talk about it. Try to talk about the move as soon as possible prior to moving day. Talk about what the new house will look like, what size it is as well as what they should and should not expect. This can prepare them towards the big transformation that’s waiting for them in a new place.
Assure them in the fact that things can be a little bit irritating for a time, though everything is likely to be normal again shortly after the move. Talk about the issues that won’t change, family members, daily routines, possessions etc..
Let the children take part in the duties which have something to do with moving, those that are compatible with their age. Let them pack their items like, toys or stuffed animals, books, and even their clothes and shoes. In this manner, they may potentially view the moving experience as an incredible task.
Let the kids pick the design and accessories for their room. If possible prioritize this for your child and the child’s room to make sure they will appreciate their new room more. Be certain they’re the one who designed it. Have them pick their own personal bedding as well as other kids’ stuff to feel comfortable with the room.
If the new home is close by, plan to pay numerous visits to the new residence along with the children so that gradually they begin to get familiar with the new place and imagine undertaking things in their soon to be home.
Once moved in, explore the whole place so the kids will learn each corner and make the final day a fun family event.
Normally, moving to a new house with small children necessitates added effort to make them understand the whole process. The most important thing to concentrate on in making the transition easier is to keep open communications, promise them that everything will return to normal and keep them in the loop during the moving process. Good luck and happy moving!
Affordable homes, low state taxes, renowned medical facilities, strong continuing education programs and temperate weather are some of the many incentives that spur seniors to relocate after retirement.
But contrary to the conventional wisdom that moving is always the best choice, there are some potential challenges that the 65-plus demographic needs to be aware of when transplanting into a new environment.
Departing a lifelong home probably means leaving behind friends, family and a sense of community. One of the questions to ask before making this life-altering decision is whether you can rebuild your social network and a sense of stability in a new city, region or country.
Although the prospect of lower living costs is the impetus for many seniors to pack up their bags, seniors should be aware that there’s a spectrum of different costs on top of the price of real estate. Check out state tax rates, property taxes and property insurance costs – as well as getting up to speed on the state of the local economic climate (unemployment, sales tax etc.).
A sunnier, warmer climate may be good for mental health and the soul, but older Americans are also more susceptible to health problems caused by the heat. With aging, the sweat glands are less efficient and circulation worsens, and medications and conditions like high-blood pressure make it more likely to be impacted by a heat-related illness, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
As seniors grow older, it’s inevitable that they’ll need more assistance from others, and it is likely family members will be pitching in from long-distance. According to an article in The New York Times, three out of four relatives spend at least a day a week helping out a family member from afar.
Start by talking to family and friends about your plans to retire away from home, and get their feedback. Dive into some research about the spot of interest, and read some local news stories to get the gist of other ongoing issues that could affect the landscape of the community in the future.