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Relocating with Pets
Pet Relocation: A Practical Overview Moving to a new home is a major event for the whole household, including our pets, who make it feel like home. The good news: with a few early steps (and the...
Moving with Children: A Family-Friendly Guide to a Smooth Relocation
Moving is a big change for any family, and children experience it differently depending on their age and what feels familiar to them. With the right preparation, a relocation can feel like an exciting fresh start, not just a disruption. At WHR, we help relocating...
Navigating Employee Relocations: Lump Sum vs. Managed Budget
Lump Sum and Managed Budget: Flexibility Without Losing Control When it comes to employee relocations, companies often face the decision between offering a lump sum or a managed budget. Each approach has its unique advantages and considerations. In this blog post,...
Relocating with Pets
Pet Relocation: A Practical Overview Moving to a new home is a major event for the whole household, including our pets, who make it feel like home....
Moving with Children: A Family-Friendly Guide to a Smooth Relocation
Moving is a big change for any family, and children experience it differently depending on their age and what feels familiar to them. With the right preparation, a relocation can feel like an exciting fresh start, not just a disruption. At WHR, we help relocating...
Navigating Employee Relocations: Lump Sum vs. Managed Budget
Lump Sum and Managed Budget: Flexibility Without Losing Control When it comes to employee relocations, companies often face the decision between offering a lump sum or a managed budget. Each approach has its unique advantages and considerations. In this blog post,...
What Today’s Freight Volatility Means for Household Goods Moves
Global Mobility Advisory Global transportation conditions remain fluid, and household goods (HHG) move planning is being affected by a mix of geopolitical uncertainty, constrained routing options, and rising fuel and capacity costs. Based on the latest market...
Why Workflows Matter
Smarter Relocations, Better Experiences In relocation and global mobility, timing, compliance, and communication have to work together across dozens of moving parts. Workflows reduce exceptions, speed decisions, and give employees and program teams a clearer path from...
7 Ways to Control and Reduce Employee Relocation Costs
Employee relocation can represent a significant expense for companies, depending on the scope and scale of their relocation programs. To help manage these costs while still delivering a high level of service and a positive experience for relocating employees,...
New Jersey’s Updated Mansion Tax could affect your Global Mobility Program
New Jersey has introduced important updates to its “Mansion Tax,” including a new graduated transfer fee structure based on property value and a shift in tax responsibility from buyers to sellers. These changes could significantly impact high-value home transactions...
WHR Global Chooses Recipients of the 2026 Partner in Quality Awards
WHR Global (WHR), a leader in global employee relocation, is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Partner in Quality Award. Each year, this award recognizes partners who deliver exceptional service and outstanding customer satisfaction. To qualify, suppliers...
Moving during a time of crisis
In times of crisis - whether it's a natural disaster, sudden job change, political unrest, or a family emergency, moving can become overwhelming. The emotional toll, urgency, and uncertainty make it far more complex than a typical move. But even though you can't...
Middle East Developments and What They Mean for Corporate Relocation
GLOBAL MOBILITY ADVISORY Recent geopolitical developments in the Middle East have understandably raised questions for employers managing international assignments, business travel, and global mobility programs. WHR is actively monitoring the situation and working...
Mexico Security Update: What Global Mobility Teams Should Know
This update is relevant for organizations with employees currently in Mexico, upcoming relocations, or near‑term business travel.In late February 2026, localized security operations in parts of Mexico resulted in short‑term disruptions affecting transportation,...
2026 FIFA World Cup Countdown (Mobility Risk in the Final 90 Days)
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches (June 11–July 19, 2026), organizations relocating employees to, from, or within the United States, Canada, and Mexico are entering the highest‑risk period for mobility disruption. With approximately three months remaining before...
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