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To avoid problems like this, ask yourself the following questions before you
relocate for a job:
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Will I love my new job?
Where will I live?
Who will pay for relocation expenses?
What is the cost of living like in this new city? Can I afford to live in the
new city and still save some money?
What does the future of this company or position look like?
Is the job one in which I can definitely envision myself learning and
advancing my career?
Is the culture of the new company and new city a good match for me and
my family?
Will we make friends easily?
Will living and working in the new city provide me with better
opportunities than my current situation?
What are the benefits of relocating for this job? Do they outweigh the
obstacles?
Is my significant other on board and where will he or she work?
What is there to do in the new city besides work?
What am I leaving behind?
Do I do well with change?
Where will my kids go to school? Does the school system have a good
reputation?
What is the neighborhood like?
What is the weather like?
What’s my backup plan if things don’t work out?
Will my family be happy in this new place?
Will I be happy?
5.0 Job Relocation Checklist
Great job getting the job offer, now it's time to take the next steps and plan for
your relocation. Our job relocation checklist will help you plan out your move
and not miss any steps.