Getting Your Stuff Overseas (Pods, Containers & more)

Sharon  @GoodMigrations

There is lots to consider and plan when moving overseas. Whether moving for work, a lifestyle change or education, we usually all have items we want to take with us. If you plan on taking more than “excess baggage,” you will need to consider how your stuff will get shipped to your destination.

Which shipping method your moving company chooses to use greatly impacts shipping rates and thus, your bottom line. For this reason, it’s important to understand what it is they are proposing and what your other options are if there are any.

There are 5 factors that shipping companies use to calculate costs. They are weight/volume, mode of transportation, distance, destination and time of year.
5 factors to calculate shipping costs

The first thing to note is how much you decide to ship greatly affects your shipping options. To keep costs down, it’s important to declutter and purge prior to requesting quotes and getting an in-home survey. This step is usually overlooked until after a quote is received and costs are over budget. So be proactive!
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Mover Spotlight: Nuss Relocation – Australia

Sharon  @GoodMigrations

Partnering with trusted international movers around the world is a key cornerstone of GoodMigrations’ mission and we are really excited to have a great company like Nuss within our network. Based out of Australia, they have offices in both Sydney and Melbourne and have been a great partner to us and our clients. Want to learn more about the people behind the company? Here is an interview we did with Ray Beard, the state manager for Victoria.
Nuss Relocation- Australia
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International Moving Insurance Questions Answered

Admin  @GoodMigrations

You’ve decided to move to another country. It’s a huge change, but you’re confident it’s the right decision. Now it’s time to figure out the details, including how to move all your stuff, and how to get the best international moving insurance. You don’t want to risk losing everything you own, after all.

But you have questions—so many questions. Don’t worry. You’ve come to the right place.

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Here are the answers to your top five international moving insurance quandaries.
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Do’s And Don’ts When Relocating Abroad To Australia

Admin  @GoodMigrations

Moving to Australia Hassle Free

Moving to the land down under is a life-changing decision. Taking the right steps to make this a smooth transition will start you off on a good foot. Australia is one of the world’s most sought after migration destinations. Its high quality of life, beautiful beaches, and multicultural communities make it a desirable location. Aside from employment opportunities, quality education, infrastructure, and recreational options, we’ve compiled a few tips on moving to Australia.
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Mover Spotlight: AMJ Campbell International- Canada

Sharon  @GoodMigrations

Moving overseas, or to The U.S., from Canada can be a tough decision. It’s never easy to leave the comforts of your home country whether it be for work or maybe retirement. We at GoodMigrations have partnered with the best, most trusted movers in the industry to help take the stress out of your move. One such company in our trusted network is AMJ Campbell International. A professional, full-service, international moving company based in Ontario but serving all of Canada. We took some time to sit down with Danielle Oaks, Director of Business Development and Client Services, to ask a few questions so that you, the expat, can get to know them the way we do! Read more…

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