The Wheaton Blog
Destination Guides, Moving Guides
These days, some people are heading to the islands for more than a vacation. Remote work, retirement or a major lifestyle change grants the freedom to relocate, and new residents are trading traffic and freezing winters for the turquoise waters and white sand beaches of islands like St. Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda and the Dominican…
Destination Guides, Moving Guides
Big city living has its perks. Access to public transportation, a large job market, social opportunities, shopping and diversity are great benefits of city residence. However, for many people, there comes a point when a quieter, slower way of life seems like the natural next step. If moving to a small town sounds like a…
Moving Guides, Planning Checklists
Many homeowners are drawn to homeowners associations, or HOAs, because they promise high property values, clean, safe communities and shared responsibilities. But just as many homeowners are wary of the idea—after all, HOAs can have a reputation for steep dues, unfair leadership and excessive, arbitrary rules. So, what’s a prospective homebuyer to believe? In this…
Destination Guides, Moving Guides
When you’re deciding where to move, the city and state are just the beginning—the neighborhood you settle in can make all the difference in your family’s life. Choosing the right neighborhood comes with understandable stress and pressure, especially when you factor in kids. The best neighborhoods for families should have strong safety, education and community…
Corporate Relocation, Moving Guides
Ready for a change of scenery in more ways than one? Transitioning your career and zip code at the same time is a daunting thought that leaves many people justifiably overwhelmed. However, with the right optimism, flexibility and preparation, you can alleviate some of that moving stress as you navigate the job market and relocate.…
Not looking forward to packing for moving? We don’t blame you! It’s a process that consists of so much more than just throwing your life into boxes. Downsizing, sorting and organizing all of your possessions is a time-consuming and exhausting task. Unsure about those first steps on how to pack for a move? Wheaton has…
Moving Guides, Moving With Pets
There are many unknowns when moving a cat to a new home. Your outdoor cat is adventurous and resilient, but moving to a new home is a big change, and there’s a good chance your furry friend will need some help adjusting. Immediately after your move, your outdoor cat is at a higher risk of…
Summer moving requires more planning than relocating during other seasons. That’s because summer is the peak moving season, and it tends to create safety and comfort issues when heat is involved. Luckily, Wheaton has been making both local and long-distance moves simple and stress-free for decades, no matter the weather. We have the knowledge and…
Most people know that moving has a busy season—or peak season—and a slower season. So when is the best time to move? The answer is a little complicated. Any time of year can be peak moving season, depending on where you live and where you plan to relocate. If you know what off-peak season is…
Moving Guides, Moving With Seniors
NEW AGENT ANNOUNCEMENT Pathway Senior Movers recently joined Wheaton World Wide Moving’s agency network as an interstate agent. Previously an independent agent, the Detroit-area moving company with a second location in the Grand Rapids area joins more than 350 Wheaton agents across the country. “Everyone here at Wheaton has a vested interest in customer satisfaction…
