Hudson Valley

Hudson Valley of New York State

BS top site map

BS - right Side

Web	BearSystems

Moving to the Hudson Valley region?

Did you know that many moving expenses are tax deductible?
Save all your receipts!

BS Google

Before selecting a moving company the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) recommends you take the following steps

Have at least 3 moving companies come to your house and give you written estimates. Be sure to ask whether the estimates are binding, non-binding or guaranteed not to exceed a certain amount.
Obtain each company's assigned Motor Carrier number and call the USDOT at 202-358-7000 to determine if they are registered and have the proper insurance on file.
Ask your moving company for a copy of the "Your Rights and Responsibilities When You Move" booklet.
Visit the USDOT website at http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/omc/moving.htm for more information.

Two weeks prior to your move, arrange to have your phone, gas, cable, electric and water service conected the day before you move in. Have service turned off at your old address the day after you move.
Call your local phone company at least a week before your move and ask for your new number.
Call your long distance company to ensure uninterrupted service for your long distance calling plans and other services.

Fill out the "Change of Address Form" at your old post office to have your mail forwarded.
Credit card compaines
Your old & new bank
Chnage your drivers liecence
Change your voters registation
Check the Internet for your new area
Check out the local ISP for your Internet connections
Call the IRS at 1-800-829-1040 to check what moving expenses are deductable.
Notify the Social Security Administration by calling 1-800-772-1213

Moving Box Guy: Unit 81; Colgate Rd; Hunter, NY 12442; 877-269-3783 extension 85

HomeFair.com: Reports The School Report®, City Reports, Relocation Crime Lab® Research Calculators The Salary Calculator®, The Community Calculator®, Lifestyle Optimizer™ Moving Calculators The Moving Calculator®, The Relocation Wizard®, Military Relocation Wizard Financial Calculators Rent vs. Buy, Mortgage Payments, Refinancing Your Home, Home Affordability Find a... Home, Apartment, Loan, Newly Built Home, Manufactured Home, Builder, Mover, Storage Facility, Professional, Senior Community Features & Articles Organize Your Move, Choose the Best Mortgage, Home Buyer Guides, Choosing Where to Live, Buying Your First Home, Article Index

BS end of content