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Orlando Magic Selects CORT as Preferred Relocation Services Provider

RISMEDIA, May 16, 2008-The Orlando Magic NBA basketball team has selected CORT as the preferred relocation services provider to meet the rental and related needs for employees moving into the area.
CORT, a Berkshire Hathaway company and the nation’s leading furniture rental and rental relocation services provider, is providing the nation’s first and most comprehensive range […]

U.S. Domestic Short-Term Assignments on the Rise

RISMEDIA, May 15, 2008-Employers in the U.S. are increasingly looking to short-term and rotational assignments to accomplish their business objectives, according to a new survey by Worldwide ERC®, the association for workforce mobility, and Cartus, a premier provider of global relocation and workforce development solutions. The 2008 Pulse Survey, “New Trends in Employee Mobility: Short-term […]

Corporations Continue to Relocate Employees at Record Levels

RISMEDIA, May 14, 2008-Despite a slowing economy, an overwhelming majority of multinational corporations remain highly optimistic about the global outlook for their businesses and say they plan to send more employees on overseas assignments in the months ahead, according to the new Global Relocation Trends Survey, published annually by GMAC Global Relocation Services.
The worldwide survey […]

New Web-Based Tool Minimizes Cost in Home Selling Process

RISMEDIA, May 8, 2008-Prudential Relocation, a business of Prudential Financial, Inc. announced the launch of eValuatorSM, a new real estate market-based website providing relocation clients with current comprehensive data to help better understand the economic environment and real estate market dynamics in the departure and destination locations of their transferring employees.
A deep understanding of current […]

Top 10 Best Cities for Recent College Grads

RISMEDIA, May 2, 2008-This spring, thousands of soon-to-be college graduates are planning to relocate. With the world as their oyster, choosing the best place to settle down can be a tough decision. To make the decision a little easier, Apartments.com, working in conjunction with CBcampus.com, CareerBuilder.com’s college job search site, is getting real by providing […]

Oakwood Worldwide’s Total Solution Launch Provides Real Choice and Real Value

RISMEDIA, May 1, 2008-Oakwood Worldwide, a global temporary housing provider, announced the launch of Total Solution® 2.0, a comprehensive business solution that is customized to meet the temporary housing needs of any size company.”Whether our clients have one need or hundreds, whether they are local or global, Oakwood offers a flexible, single source, cost-effective solution […]

New Office Utilizes Energy-saving Technologies as Part of Conservation Initiative

RISMEDIA, April 14, 2008-Arpin International Group - Boston has moved to a newly renovated office in Tyngsboro, Mass. to accommodate its growing operation in the greater Boston metropolitan area.
The new facility utilizes “green” technologies as part of a company-wide initiative to adopt environmentally conscious energy saving technologies.
“Our Boston area client base has grown significantly over […]

Webinar to Offer Insights into Cultural Differences, Do’s and Don’ts for Doing Business in Russia

RISMEDIA, March 31, 2008-GMAC Global Relocation Services will offer a complimentary Webinar presentation exploring aspects of doing business and living in Russia. Titled, “Understanding and Doing Business with Russians,” the Webinar takes place tomorrow, Tuesday, April 1 at 11:00 a.m. Eastern time.
“Understanding Russia is vitally important for those doing business there since it is ranked […]

Real Estate Event Sets Stage for Meeting of the Minds, Solutions

RISMEDIA, March 20, 2008-With the U.S. dollar’s value reaching record lows and home prices falling in some real-estate markets, domestic and international referrals are becoming much more important to U.S. brokers.
Many luxury brokers and agents don’t know how to tap into the vast referral market. Five relocation experts aim to solve this by moderating interactive […]

The Key to Attracting Relocating New Hires

RISMEDIA, March 13, 2008-Even as companies brace for the possibility of cutbacks and layoffs in the face of a slowed U.S. economy, they’re bolstering their new hire relocation policies to gain an edge in the competition for critical talent.
That’s one of the findings of a study by Weichert Relocation Resources Inc. (WRRI), a leading workforce […]

Housing Slump and Mortgage Crisis Creating Talent Gridlock

RISMEDIA, March 12, 2008-As the mortgage crisis continues to cut a path of destruction far beyond its initial sub-prime victims, it is already beginning to create talent gridlock among once highly mobile professionals and executives. During the housing boom, companies and job candidates alike enjoyed the benefits of rising home values and quick sales that […]

7 Tools for Relocation

RISMEDIA, March 11, 2008-If you are considering relocating, or guiding a client through a relocation, there are many factors to take into consideration. The Move Advocate provides a comprehensive menu of Relocation Tools to assist in the relocation process. From calculating potential expenses to choosing the right community, these tools can help with any move, […]

GMAC Global Relocation Services to Host Webinar on Doing Business in Canada

RISMEDIA, March 7, 2008-GMAC Global Relocation Services will offer a complimentary “Webinar” presentation exploring aspects of doing business and living in Canada, one of the world’s largest and most culturally diverse countries. Titled “Business Interactions with Canadians,” the Webinar takes place Tuesday, March 11 at 11 a.m. Eastern.
Understanding the vast country-its population is 32.8 million […]

A Relocation Helping Hand - Get Involved

By Paige Tepping
RISMEDIA, Feb. 21, 2008-Early involvement in the recruiting process is a tool that Global Mobility Solutions’ clients use to enhance the selection process and increase the success of new assignments for existing employees. Whether it be for recruiting support or an immediate relocation need, Tony Melchiorre, corporate talent acquisition manager at The Talking […]

Retirement = Action: Retirees Plan to Pursue Hobbies, Travel or Golf

RISMEDIA, Jan. 25, 2008-Additional results from a new retirement study conducted by Gray Hair Management, one of leading career coaching, networking and job search resources for professionals with base salaries of $75,000 to $300,000+, reveal that 70% of America’s corporate executives plan to pursue hobbies, travel or golf during their retirement years, and half are […]

GMAC Global Relocation Has New Leader for Overseas Operations

RISMEDIA, Jan. 25, 2008-In a move that reflects its growth and expansion plans, GMAC Global Relocation Services today announced that Eric Stern has been chosen to lead the company’s Europe, Middle East, Africa (EMEA) and Asia Pacific operations. Both regions have experienced the fastest growth within the company’s worldwide operations.”Eric is one of our industry’s […]

RELO Direct Expands Sales Force, Hires Midwest Vice President

RISMEDIA, Jan. 9, 2008-RELO Direct®, Inc. has appointed Roger H. Atchinson, CRP, to the position of vice president of sales for the Midwest region. Atchinson will oversee business development and account management for the area.
A relocation professional with extensive domestic and international experience, Atchinson has more than 25 years of experience in the relocation industry […]

Employee Transfer Company Announces New Broker of Record

RISMEDIA, Dec. 3, 2007-Employee Transfer Corporation (ETC) announces that Charles “Chip” Roach Jr., longtime broker and former owner of Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors, has been named the Broker of Record for ETC.
Roach, of Philadelphia, was inducted into the Worldwide ERC Hall of Leaders as one of three inductees for 2007. This elite membership recognition […]

Pre-Retirees May Overlook Healthcare Costs When Relocating

RISMEDIA, Nov. 28, 2007-When it comes to moving after retirement, Americans may be missing significant new costs, according to new national research from Longevity Alliance. The new opinion poll, conducted by Harris Interactive(r), found that U.S. adults aged 40+ who plan on relocating after they retire may overlook how their healthcare costs could change from […]

Edina Realty Awarded RELO Quality Certification

RISMEDIA, Nov. 28, 2007-Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), a global network of independent real estate firms, recently declared Edina Realty the latest recipient of the prestigious RELO® Quality Certification (RQC), upon the company’s completion of a meticulous application and review process.
Launched in 2001, the RQC recognizes real estate companies with service excellence, […]

Pet Moving Service Helps Ease Relocation Woes

RISMEDIA, Nov. 5, 2007-With an estimated 70 million pet owners in the United States, many people each year are faced with the difficult decision of how to safely move their pets during relocation or travel. As a result, a leading pet relocation company offering door-to-door shipping services is experiencing strong demand for its custom pet […]

Global Energy Companies Sending Employees on International Assignments at Record Levels

RISMEDIA, Oct. 29, 2007-Leading global energy companies show no signs of slowing down as they aggressively expand their operations and dispatch record numbers of employees to assignments throughout the world, according to a recent survey conducted by GMAC Global Relocation Services (http://www.gmacglobalrelocation.com). The survey found 86% of global energy companies are sending more employees on […]

New Company Strives to Become Bridge for Global Mobility

RISMEDIA, Oct. 23, 2007- Recognizing the need to bring together all corporations and individuals associated with global mobility, Reloglobe has recently been launched. Reloglobe, a recently established workforce mobility community, strives towards excellence in the workforce mobility business, with special focus on the Asia Pacific and Oceania regions.
This region has become a hot-spot for expatriate […]

Prudential Relocation Appoints John Zanni As Vice President, Business Development

RISMEDIA, Oct. 4, 2007-Prudential Relocation, Inc., a Prudential Financial, Inc. company, announced the appointment of John Zanni to the position of vice president, Business Development. Zanni will help build on strategic capabilities to better meet business and client needs. He will focus on sales, marketing and new business in the northeast region of the U.S.
“We […]

Oakwood Worldwide to Make Donation at Worldwide ERC’s 2007 Global Workforce Symposium

RISMEDIA, Oct. 1, 2007-Oakwood Worldwide, a global temporary housing and serviced apartment provider, will make a significant corporate donation at the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council’s (ERC) Global Workforce Symposium held October 24 to October 26 in Denver, Colorado.
Oakwood’s contribution will benefit the Foundation for Workforce Mobility, ERC’s research and charitable arm. The Foundation provides funding for the […]

GMAC Global Relocation Services Ranks Highest in Transferee Satisfaction

RISMEDIA, Sept. 19, 2007-Based upon responses from 986 transferees over an 18-month period, GMAC Global Relocation Services ranks highest in satisfying relocated employees with corporate relocation services, according to the J.D. Power and Associates’ 2007 Corporate Relocation Transferee Satisfaction Study(SM).With offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia Pacific, GMAC Global Relocation Services is a leading […]

Prudential Relocation Joins the Senior Executives Association’s Influential Corporate Advisory Board

RISMEDIA, Sept. 14, 2007-Prudential Relocation, a Prudential Financial business, announced that it has joined the Senior Executives Association’s (SEA) Corporate Advisory Board. The Board was created as a partnership between the public and private sectors to encourage exchanges of ideas and best practices with the goal of supporting good government.
“Prudential Relocation has provided employee relocation […]

The Prudential Forum Sparks Innovation in the Relocation Industry

RISMEDIA, Sept. 13, 2007-More than 400 relocation industry specialists from around the world gathered this week at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge in Phoenix, Ariz., for The Prudential Forum, a three-day networking event hosted by Prudential Relocation, Inc., a Prudential Financial, Inc. [NYSE: PRU] business. This year’s program, themed We’re Invested in You, brings together […]

GMAC Global Relocation Ranks Highest in Customer Satisfaction with Corporate Relocation Services

RISMEDIA, August 29, 2007-GMAC Global Relocation ranks highest in satisfying relocated employees with corporate relocation services, according to the J.D. Power and Associates 2007 Corporate Relocation Transferee Satisfaction StudySM released this week.
The inaugural study is a source of independent and unbiased customer satisfaction information on relocation service providers-which has not been available in the industry […]

Oakwood Worldwide Ranked Highest in Relocation Satisfaction Scores

RISMEDIA, August 23, 2007—Oakwood Worldwide, a global temporary housing and serviced apartment provider, ranked number one in two categories in the 2007 Trippel Survey & Research’s fifth annual mortgage, spouse and temporary housing service providers survey.
According to the company, Oakwood ranked first in highest net satisfaction among the industry’s largest temporary housing providers. In addition, […]

GMAC Global Relocation Services to Host Webinar on Global Relocation Trends Survey

RISMEDIA, August 23, 2007—GMAC Global Relocation Services will host a Webinar to share the wide-ranging findings of its annual Global Relocation Trends Survey.
The Webinar presentation will take place Tuesday, August 28 at 10 a.m. (Central Time) and is open to representatives from corporations seeking comparative information on global mobility trends facing today’s business world. GMAC […]

Tips for Relocating

By A. Michael Del Duca
RISMEDIA, August 23, 2007—A new career opportunity sometimes means relocating your family to another city. Careful consideration of various factors, such as your partner’s career, the effect on the children’s educational and recreational activities, and financial constraints all impact the decision to move.
Additional responsibilities crop up when moving to a new […]

Study Reveals More Opportunities Opening for Workers Willing to Relocate

RISMEDIA, August 22, 2007—If you’re not finding the job you want in your hometown, you might want to consider looking in a different city or state for more opportunities. According to a new study from CareerBuilder.com and Apartments.com, conducted by Harris Interactive, one-third of employers say they have paid to relocate an employee from another […]

GMAC Global Relocation Services to Host Webinar on the Do’s and Don’ts of Doing Business in Singapore

RISMEDIA, August 2, 2007—GMAC Global Relocation Services will offer a complimentary “Webinar” presentation that will explore the intricate aspects of doing
business and living in the Republic of Singapore. Titled, “Singapore: Doing Business with This Unique Island City-State,” the Webinar will be held Tuesday, August 7 at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time.
An island nation located at the […]

Weichert Relocation Resources’ London Office Maintains ISO Certification

RISMEDIA, August 2, 2007—Aram Minnetian, president of Weichert Relocation Resources Inc. (WRRI), has announced that the company’s EMEA operations center in London has passed its most recent ISO surveillance audit, retaining ISO 9001:2000 certification, the internationally recognized quality standard. This is the eleventh year in a row that WRRI’s London office has held ISO certification, […]

Survey Shows Shorter-Term International Relocation Assignments, Overall Volume of Assignments on the Rise

RISMEDIA, July 30, 2007—According to a new survey from Cartus, a provider of global mobility management and workforce development solutions, an accelerated shift from long-term to short-term international relocation assignments is expected during the next two years. The Cartus Emerging Trends in Global Mobility: Policies & Practices Survey also revealed that international assignment volume has […]

Success of Relocation Transfer Dependent on Understanding of Financial Implications

RISMEDIA, July 31, 2007—Companies relocating employees to high-cost areas are realizing how important it is for transferees to fully understand their financial situation in the new location. Often the success of the relocation depends on the depth of that understanding.
According to a recent survey conducted by Runzheimer International, a Wisconsin-based consulting firm, 79% of relocation […]

Proven Dedication and Success Wins Worldwide ERC Award

RISMEDIA, June 27, 2007–Prudential Real Estate and Relocation Services announced that Mary Beth Nitz has been honored by the Worldwide Employee Relocation Council (ERC), the leading authority on global workforce mobility.
“We are proud to announce Mary Beth’s award as she has proven to be an asset to not only Prudential Relocation, but also to the […]

Coleman Earns Worldwide ERC?s Distinguished Service Award

RISMEDIA, June 26, 2007?Leading Real Estate Companies of the World?, a global network of independent residential real estate companies, announced that Jana Coleman earned the Distinguished Service Award from the Employee Relocation Council (Worldwide ERC?) for her many contributions to the organization.?
Coleman, vice president of membership for the Southeast region, has been a member of […]

Mary Ann McCarry Joins Relocation Division of Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors

RISMEDIA, June 25, 2007 Prudential Fox & Roach, Realtors welcomes Mary Ann McCarry to its Relocation Division as a relocation manager. McCarry is a licensed real estate sales agent who was affiliated with the company’s Malvern/Paoli office. Her relocation experience includes working with Xonex Relocation in
Wilmington, Delaware and Weichert Relocation. Her corporate experience consists of […]

Relocate-America.com Announces America’s Top 100 Places to Live for 2007

RISMEDIA, April 23, 2007-Relocate-America.com, a Web site that provides relocating consumers access to resources

Relocating Convenience

Five-year-old partnership between Grainger and Oakwood Worldwide provides nothing short of relocation convenience-without the high price tag
By Kayla O'Brien
RISMEDIA, April 18, 2007-Relocating, in its most basic form, is the process of moving to a new place