Ready to Relocate for Work? Follow These Tips for a Smooth Transition to Dallas-Fort Worth

Published: November 01, 2021

Ready to Relocate for Work? Follow These Tips for a Smooth Transition to Northwest DFW

Moving and starting a new job are stressful events on their own, but dealing with both at the same time can be a lot to handle. To make sure that your moving experience is as hassle-free as possible, read on for some helpful tips from the team at UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage of Northwest DFW.

Ask about relocation benefits

It’s always best to check with your benefits coordinator about any relocation services they can offer. Your employer might have a relocation package or other benefits that can help make your transition a little easier. They may be able to cover your moving expenses or closing costs if you decide to sell your house.

Research the area

You should always do some research on housing expenses and the cost of living in your new location before you begin your move. Landing a new job with a higher salary is exciting, but if the new neighborhood is more expensive than the one you’re moving from, you may need to budget your finances more.

Hire a moving service

If your new job means you’ll be moving long-distance, it’s essential to use a reputable and insured moving company that handles this type of relocation. At UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage, we offer different storage container sizes and we’ll deliver your belongings to your new home for you. 

Take care of transition details

Once you’re ready to start your big move, make sure you take care of the transitional details that can turn into a hassle. Have utility services, such as gas, electric, and Internet connections turned on in your new home on moving day to make things a little easier. You should also notify your credit card companies, banks, and other important contacts of your new address.

Moving to Northwest DFW? Check out these local attractions

Northwest Dallas Fort Worth comprises a collection of close knit residential neighborhoods including Love Field, Midway Hollow and Northaven Park. With plenty of places to dine, drink and socialize on your night out this is a very popular area to live. There are also recreational facilities, golf courses, parks, and museums. This section of Dallas attracts those that want to be near the conveniences of the big city but crave a sense of community with a small town feel. Read on to see some of our favorite attractions in Northwest DFW:

American Airlines C.R. Smith Museum

Located on the campus of the American Airlines Flight Academy, the CR Smith Museum is named for the innovative aviation pioneer and former President of American Airlines, Cyrus Rowlett. The signature attraction of the Museum is a retired 1940 Douglas DC-3 that was developed based on C.R. Smith’s vision and that revolutionized commercial air travel.  The Museum explains the inner workings of aviation, airline operations and showcases the people who run American Airlines.

Will Rogers Memorial Center

Located less than 3 miles from Fort Worth’s Downtown District, the Will Rogers Memorial Center is a 120-acre equestrian and event facility that plays host to a wide variety of corporate, educational, agricultural and sporting events. Events at the WRMC attract over 2 million visitors annually.

Read on to find wrapping, packing, and moving supplies in the Northwest DFW area to help you with your furniture moving process: 

The Home Depot

11468 Grissom Lane

Dallas, TX 75229

(972) 484-7077

Lowe’s Home Improvement

11920 Inwood Road

Dallas, TX 75244

(972) 503-6690

The UPS Store

4347 W. Northwest Hwy. #130

Dallas, TX 75229

(214) 902-8822