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Colin warns potential movers about the expenses associated with relocating, including the costs of shipping household goods and vehicles, which can easily reach $6,000 or more, not to mention time-consuming paperwork and legal applications. He reflects on his decision to handle the Act 22 application himself, only to realize later that it may have been worth investing in professional assistance to ensure everything was done correctly. This experience highlights the numerous hidden costs that can often surface during such transitions.
He stresses the importance of preparing for the total cost of relocating, suggesting a ballpark figure of $20,000 to $30,000 to cover moving expenses, setting up utilities, and filing all necessary applications.