By Bobbi Maniglia
Mar 26, 2020
In these times of uncertainty, as the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting life as we know it, northAmerican Van Lines wants our customers and clients to know that we are and will continue to be here for them.
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News
Corporate
By Ryan Cox
Mar 25, 2020
By Julie Homsey
Mar 23, 2020
We have 5 things you should consider when choosing a new city or town. Learn more with our post.
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Moving Tips
By Bobbi Maniglia
Mar 19, 2020
The message, below, from the CEO of North American Van Lines, outlines the actions North American is taking and has taken to help protect its employees, Agents, suppliers, and clients and their relocating employees from COVID-19.
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News
Corporate
By Bobbi Maniglia
Mar 17, 2020
Corporate relocation benefits can take many forms, including Lump Sum payments. But did you know that relocating employees provided with such a benefit are, for all practical purposes, in the same position as consumers looking for a mover? This can mean competition for moving dates and, equally important, the chance that they may fall prey to unscrupulous and non-certified moving companies, also known as Rogue Movers. This post offers tips on identifying and avoiding rogue moving companies.
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Misc. Household Goods Moving
Corporate
By Bobbi Maniglia
Mar 9, 2020
Moving people and their things can get expensive. With budgeting season in full swing, we have compiled a list of the top 6 ways you can save money on your relocation program. Follow it, and you could help your company’s 2020 be full of successful relocations that meet employees' needs and stay in budget.
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Budgeting & Costs
Corporate
By Bobbi Maniglia
Mar 5, 2020
northAmerican understands that each move is a significant and important moment for your employees and your company. That's why we are committed to developing innovative products and services, like Business Class. Business Class allows you and your employees to benefit from all the perks of a contract arrangement, without the contract. Read on for more details.
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Benefit Options
Misc. Household Goods Moving
Corporate
By Bobbi Maniglia
Feb 28, 2020
Ben Cross, University Moving & Storage, Farmington Hills, MI, the AMSA 2019 Young Professional Model of Excellence Award winner.
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Corporate
News
By Julie Homsey
Feb 19, 2020
If you have finished unpacking and have several of you packing boxes left over but don't know what to do with them. Read our posts with some great ideas with what you can do to use or get rid of the boxes.
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Moving Tips
By Bobbi Maniglia
Feb 17, 2020
While all employee relocations have their challenges, employees relocating to a new country face even more intensive planning and preparation that includes immigration, cultural assimilation and language differences. Settling in quickly, among familiar furnishings and belongings, can go a long way to helping your relocating employee adapt to their new country quickly and seamlessly, which helps them to quickly focus on their new work responsibilities. Read below to learn how a professional mover with international experience is one of the most important services you can provide.
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Corporate
Mobility Planning
Misc. Household Goods Moving
By Bobbi Maniglia
Feb 12, 2020
Having choices is essential in creating a relocation policy that not only helps companies control costs, manage risk and offer flexibility, but that also offers the level of benefits needed to recruit top talent. Offering a home sale benefit is one of those value-added benefits that can set a company apart for sought after candidates. Read on for details on how expanding your relocation program in 2020 to include a home sale benefit can help your company recruit and retain top talent.
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Corporate
Policy Development
Mobility Planning
Benefit Options
By Bobbi Maniglia
Jan 28, 2020
Timing is everything, especially when it comes to relocating employees. For the best possible experience for you, and your employee, selecting a move date during less busy times of the year for moving whenever possible is the best strategy. Our 2020 Best Times to Move calendar is a great resource for busy mobility professionals in planning relocations.
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Corporate
Mobility Planning
Misc. Household Goods Moving
News
By Julie Homsey
Jan 14, 2020
Learn how to prepare your recreational vehicle for an interstate move and the different types of transports that are available.
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Moving Tips
By Julie Homsey
Dec 11, 2019
After moving in one of the most important things you need to do is set up your bedroom along with the rest of your family. Here are some tips for you to make it easy on you and your family.
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Moving Tips
Post Move: Advice & Home care
By Bobbi Maniglia
Dec 4, 2019
Group moves of multiple employees from one location to one destination require a higher level of planning in order to ensure a successful relocation for all employees involved. This guide explores the challenges of group moves and offers best practices that should be implemented for any group corporate move of employees.
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Corporate
Mobility Planning
Budgeting & Costs
By Julie Homsey
Nov 18, 2019
Read more about four common challenges and solutions when moving long-distance.
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Moving Tips
By Bobbi Maniglia
Nov 12, 2019
Ward North American Celebrates 2019 northAmerican Agent of the Year Award. This is the 12th time Ward has won the top van line award.
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Corporate
News
By Bobbi Maniglia
Nov 4, 2019
It is not uncommon for even seasoned relocation professionals to tell you that they don’t know the meaning of each line item found in their company’s quotes or invoices for household goods moves. The reason? Much of the terminology used within the moving industry can be unclear to those not working in it, and can therefore be challenging to determine which provider is offering the better deal or if you’ve paid too much. This blog provides a brief run-down of the most common HHG terms and what they mean.
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Corporate
Mobility Planning
Budgeting & Costs
By Julie Homsey
Sep 27, 2019
Moving cross country has a lot of challenges, how to move your car is one of them. Learn more about how and what you can do to transport your vehicle for the long trip.
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Misc. Household Goods Moving
Moving Tips
International Moves
Corporate