The Differences Between an Interstate and Intrastate Move

aadmin — Wed, 21 Aug 2013 09:32:17 +0000

Knowing which mover is right for you is more than just knowing who is “reliable.” Different types of moves have different types of rules and regulations based on the route your belongings travel. The major distinction comes between an Interstate and Intrastate move. Not knowing the difference between these 2 types of moves can lead to more stress and higher expenses. Being educated in all aspects of your move will help protect you against possible scams, as well as arm you with the knowledge of the regulations and laws that your movers need to follow.

Here is an easy breakdown of the differences between an Interstate and Intrastate move:

Interstate Moves:

What are they?

When performing an Interstate move (sometimes called a “long distance move”) your belongings at some point cross state/country lines. Regardless of the distance of the move (even if it’s only 1 mile), if your belonging cross state/country lines then your move an Interstate move.

How does this affect me?

When a mover performs an Interstate move they are governed by the US Department of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Their website provides a comprehensive list of rules and regulations that Interstate movers must follow (such as being licensed and insured). These rules help protect your rights and keep you safe from scam artists and dishonorable movers. Make sure to visit the FMCSA site (protectyourmove.gov) and learn these rules as well as the obligations that your movers have towards you.

Use this Inforgraphic to help familiarize yourself with what constitutes as an Interstate move:

Intrastate Moves:

What are they?

When performing an Intrastate move (sometimes called a “local move”) your belongings never cross state/country lines. Even if you are traveling hundreds of miles, if your belongings don’t cross state/country lines then your move is an Intrastate move.

How does this affect me?

Firstly, an Intrastate move is not regulated by the FMCSA. You may be thinking that without the FMCSA guidelines your movers could easily scam you. While this fear is completely understandable, it’s important to know that each state has its own set of rules and regulations that help protect you from unscrupulous movers. Make sure to do the proper research on what your state’s Intrastate policies are as each state is different from one another (some may be more lenient and some may be stricter).

Every Intrastate mover needs to abide by their state’s guidelines, so it is important to verify their credentials through the appropriate state channels. Here is a reference to help you track down the different governing bodies in each state: Intrastate Moving Requirements

One way to make your move easier is by using a service like 123Movers.com. We are an online resource that can help you find reputable long distance and local moving companies based on the starting point and final destination of your move. Just fill out our quick and easy form and professional movers in your area will contact you with moving estimates. While every mover listed on 123Movers.com has been screened for licenses and insurance, it is still important that you do your due diligence and double check this information as an added safeguard to your move.

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Today's elderly veterans facing affordable housing shortage

aadmin — Fri, 07 Jun 2013 10:47:09 +0000

Yesterday was June 6, 2013, the 69th anniversary of D-Day, commemorating the landing of Allied troops on the beaches of Normandy in World War Two. The landings, primarily involving British, Canadian, and American troops, featured more than 150,000 soldiers storming the French coast in an attempt to break the German front lines.

And although the attack was ultimately successful, an estimated 12,000 Allied troops died during the bloody assault, and nearly 70 years later, millions of people across North America are remembering the sacrifice made by World War Two veterans of the United States and Canada.

Today, there are about 110,000 veterans of World War Two in Canada, with an average age of 88 years old. And while these veterans have been treated well by their country since their service, more work needs to be done, according to Andrea Siew, Director, Service Bureau with The Royal Canadian Legion.

“Affordable and independent housing is the single largest issue facing World War Two veterans,” Siew told RetirementHomes.com. “Maybe they can't stay in their family home any longer, and many of them need assisted living communities in the areas where their network is,” Siew said.

According to Siew, 10 years ago, the Royal Canadian Legion started building affordable housing apartments for lower-income veterans, and since then, about seven thousand veterans have been housed in the residences, which are located across Canada.

In the United States, as a result of the country’s larger population, there are significantly more veterans of World War Two, at roughly 1.2 million, but many of the issues and challenges facing aging veterans are the same in both countries.

“The challenge for veterans securing permanent and sustainable lasting housing are around affordability, around having appropriate access to healthcare services, appropriate access to other case management and support living skilled and life support assistance while living in that housing,” Tim Cantwell Jr, president of Cantwell-Anderson Inc., a real estate developer based in Pasadena, California, told AARP in a 2012 interview.

According to Cantwell, one pervasive myth surrounding veterans is the level of financial support they receive from the government.
“The pension that people might think that a veteran has...it's likely to be something on the order of 900 a month, or less,” Cantwell said.

“And that shocks most people, because there's a notion that as a veteran, they're being taken care of by the federal government.”

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The Differences Between an Interstate and Intrastate Move

Today's elderly veterans facing affordable housing shortage