So, I guess it’s time to squash the rumors that you can “move to Alaska for free” or “get paid to move to Alaska”. Unfortunately, I know.
This whole rumor got started as a result of the Permanent Fund Program – through which all permanent residents of Alaska (children and adults) get a check from the state of Alaska each year. Since 1982 the checks have ranged from $331 to $2069 per person. Usually they come in October – bring on the holiday shopping!
Of course, there are some requirements for qualifying for the Permanent Fund Program – and it’s more than just moving to Alaska. You have to live in the state for at least one year and prove that you have established residency and intend to live in Alaska permanently.
People tend to have a lot of questions about moving to Alaska. We've attempted to answer a few of the big ones. If you have more, let us know - if we don't know the answer, we'll find out.
Is it true you can get paid to move to Alaska? If you search message boards about moving to Alaska, you’ll see various versions of the question “can I move to Alaska for free?” over and over. The answer is “no”. This is a misconception. The state does not pay you to move to Alaska. What you’re probably thinking of is the Permanent Fund Dividend that is paid to permanent residents of Alaska each year.
What is the Permanent Fund Dividend? The Permanent Fund Dividend is paid to every qualifying Alaskan, normally every October. The money comes from Alaska oil revenues. For mo... Read More
When a customer requests a price quote for moving out of Alaska to the lower 48, the conversation usually ends with the same question, “When do I need to make my reservation?”
If you are moving from Alaska this fall or winter, our answer will be, “right now”.
Why reserve moves from Alaska so quickly? It's always a good idea to reserve an outbound Alaska move with plenty of advance notice, but it's even more important right now since movers are anticipating a large number of military moves from Fairbanks beginning in November 2009 and going through January 2010. This may lead to a shortage of movers since many of those helping out will be ... Read More
If you’re moving to Alaska, you’ve no doubt discovered the potential to run your savings account dry. But, there is an easy way to get there that doesn’t break the bank – ABF U-Pack. The price is similar to truck rental – but ABF does the driving.
ABF moves the trailer to Alaska (it travels to Tacoma on an ABF trailer then we’ll put the trailer on ship in Tacoma, WA to sail to Anchorage.
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So, you’re moving to Alaska and you’ve found that U-Pack is the easiest, most affordable way to get there. If you’ve done your research, you probably already know that it’s ok to move smaller items with gas engines in an ABF trailer or ReloCube (like ATV’s, chainsaws, weed eaters, mowers and motorcycles). What you may or may not know is that shipments moving into and out of Alaska are randomly inspected at the port, and if the shipment is not in compliance with Coast Guard shipping regulations, you run the risk of being fined in excess of $700 for violations. Eeks!
How do you make sure your shipment is in compliance when you are moving anything with a gas engine to or from Alaska? It’s simple.... Read More
Alaska Moving If you’re considering Alaska moving companies, I’m sure you’ve already thought about how to move your household goods, your vehicle(s) and your family. ABF U-Pack moves hundreds of people to Alaska each year. It’s an easy and affordable option for moving to Alaska.
Like a full-service mover – ABF does all of the driving – but you’ll pay MUCH less for a U-Pack move since you do the loading and unloading and you pay only for the space you use.
Here are options for your vehicle and your family:
I’m moving to Alaska – Does U-Pack service the city I’m moving to? If you’re moving to Alaska, ABF U-Pack Moving may be your solution. We use service centers in Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Kenai to service most cities in Alaska. All three service centers offer door delivery service for our moving trailers. Our service center in Anchorage also offers the option to load or unload a moving trailer or ReloCube at the Anchorage service center. This is a good option if you have a small amount to move to Alaska and are looking for the best value, or if you don’t have enough space to park a trail... Read More
We offer a great portable storage solution. After you load, we can store your things at the ABF Service Center closest to the city you are moving from or at our Tacoma, WA service center until you’re ready to have it delivered to your residence in Alaska. With this option, your items don’t have to endure the harsh Alaskan winters.... Read More
Besides buying a whole new wardrobe for the freezing cold temperatures, what else do you need to think about if you’re moving to Alaska? You may be wondering - What options do I have for moving my stuff? Do I have to drive a truck through the sometimes treacherous terrain? Can’t I just fly and not have to worry about anything?
You do have options other than driving a rental truck through snow, ice and mountains.
The most affordabld option for moving to Alaska is the “You pack, they drive” option that ABF U-Pack Moving offers. You’ll usually find this to be significantly less expensive than the full-service moving option (even if you hire l... Read More
