Moving and Relocation Industry News
When it comes to employee relocations, timing is everything. While most moves happen during the summer months, encouraging employees to move in the fall can benefit not only your workforce but also your overall mobility program. With reduced demand and a smoother moving process, fall offers a window of opportunity that’s often overlooked.
Here are five reasons mobility managers should consider recommending fall moves:
- Greater Availability & Scheduling Flexibility
During peak season (May–September), employees often face challenges securing preferred moving dates. In the fall, professional movers have more availability, making it easier to align relocation timelines with onboarding schedules, assignment start dates, and family needs.
- Potential Cost Savings
Lower demand often means more competitive rates from moving companies, housing providers, and even temporary accommodations. These savings help stretch your mobility budget further while reducing out-of-pocket expenses for employees.
- More Comfortable Weather
Unlike the high heat of summer or the ice and snow of winter, fall typically provides moderate weather in much of North America. This creates safer, more efficient moving conditions and a less stressful experience for relocating employees and their families.
- Housing Market Opportunities
The post-summer market can offer advantages for both buyers and renters. With fewer families moving, your employees may face less competition and have more negotiating power when securing housing in their destination city.
- Time to Settle Before Year-End
Relocating in the fall gives employees and their families valuable time to get settled before the holiday season and the new year. This smoother transition helps minimize stress and supports productivity, allowing employees to start their new roles on stronger footing.
Why It Matters for Mobility Programs
Encouraging fall relocations not only creates better employee experience but also helps protect budgets, reduce risks, and streamline program execution. By steering employees toward off-peak timing, mobility managers can deliver cost savings, increase satisfaction, and ensure smoother transitions.
At Allied Van Lines, we’ve supported mobility managers and their employees for more than 95 years, helping corporations move with confidence, no matter the season.
Contact us today to explore how Allied Van Lines can support your workforce mobility strategy.