The Florida Moving Guide
Here’s A Step-By-Step Guide To Help Simplify Your Move To Florida.
Moving alone is tough enough, changing cities and states on top of that can just cause a headache. There are so many things to get in order when moving. From selling your existing home to finding the right home with the best school districts, it can be overwhelming. That’s why The Pepper Team has put together a checklist below to help streamline your move to Florida.
The Planning Stage
1. Start Researching Different Cities In Florida
Before making the move, make sure to do some research online to see what city best suits your family. Find out what destinations are close as well as what local residents say about it.
2. Start Researching Your Next Career Move.
If you’re planning on retiring you can move on from this section. For the rest of us that aren’t so lucky, you’ll need to find a Florida job that suits your skills. Start by looking available career opportunities in the targeted cities you’ve researched. The Florida economy runs a little different than that of a Midwest or Northeast state. The main factors driving the economy for Florida include tourism, international trade, agriculture aerospace and life sciences. Generally, the best career opportunities will most likely be found within the larger metropolitan areas. This is where you’ll find the higher paying opportunities in industries like financial, healthcare, technology and insurance. Smaller cities in Florida typically lend more opportunities that typically entail service-based work.
3. Plan A Visit Before Making The Decision.
Now that you’ve thinned down the selection of cities you find suitable, it’s time to plan a trip. The best way to find out if that city is a match for you is to experience it in person. Check out some of the parks, amenities, attractions, restaurants that each city has to offer. Interact with locals to find out what the city is all about. Ultimately, find out if the city would be a good fit for your family.
4. Find A Relocation Expert To Help With The Process.
Sometimes the best way to determine what city or town is right for you can be come from a relocation expert. These are typically local Florida realtors, who routinely help people making the move to the Sunshine State. Since they’re local residents as well, they’ll be able to answer any questions you might have about a specific city. They can provide you specific insight about the culture, the locals, the cost of living, among other things. They’ll be able to help identify the best neighborhoods, communities and housing options that suit your needs. The Pepper Team are known for this and would be thrilled to help you with the process.
The Moving Stage
1. Start Prepping For The Move To Florida.
Now that you’ve found a place and have a move-in date, it’s time to start planning the move. The first thing you’ll want to decide is what all you’re wanting to bring to Florida. Determine what stuff you want to keep and what stuff you’re wanting to get rid of. After that start looking at different movers to find out about their costs and availability.
2. Get Your Utilities Set Up For Your New Home.
We recommend prepping your utilities a few weeks out from your move-in date. By giving these companies a few weeks’ notice, it allows you to schedule a time to setup the utilities you need. This makes things much easier once you start the moving process. You won’t have the headache of scrambling to find providers once you’ve already moved.
3. Find The Right School District And Get Your Kids Enrolled.
If you have children and are making the move to Florida, you’ll want to enroll them in your new local school district. If you’re having trouble finding the best school districts, follow the links below to get better insight into Florida’s schooling.
Locate Your School DistrictTop Rated School Districts in Florida
4. Update Your Driver’s License And Register Your Car In Florida.
If you have children and are making the move to Florida, you’ll want to enroll them in your new local school distrIf you’re planning on becoming a permanent resident of Florida then you’ll be required to do this. You’ll need to get a new Florida driver’s license if you’re a new resident. On top of this, you’ll have to register your vehicle with the state. The Pepper Team has provided you the links below to help you with the process.
Florida Driver’s LicenseRegister Your Vehicle
5. Now It’s Time To Register Your Vote In Florida.
If you’re moving from out of state, it’s important to register so you’re able to vote come election time. You’ll need to do the above steps and get your Florida driver’s license before you’re able to register. Once you have your license you can use the link below to register your vote for the next election.
Register to VoteLocate your next primary care provider and dentist.
- It’s important to find your new family doctor and dentist when making a move like this. You’ll want to find someone who is capable and available to meet your family’s needs. Below is a link to help you determine the best options and give insight as to what their patients say.
- HealthGrades
