Posted on Jul 1, 2016
I got a tentative job offer letter to be transferred to a different VA in a different state, Should I relocate or no?
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I was recently offered a job offer to be transferred to another VA in another state (Colorado). I would receive a full Grade/Rank increase and the locality rate for the state is higher. However, relocation I would have to do on my own monetarily and I have a family. My annual Salary will do a big jump though. I've never lived here before I'm excited and nervous at the same time.
Thoughts anyone?
Thoughts anyone?
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
Employment
Relocation
Colorado
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The cost of moving without reimbursement is tax deductible, according to the IRS. The relocation could benefit you and your family, and you would have to take into consideration those benefits. Good luck on this decision-making process.
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CPT Pedro Meza
It sure is tax deductible, which is why the Feds support work related moves because it improves the economy.
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Would this be a boost to your career? If so, then go forth and do it, I say.
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GySgt Stephen Anderson - Yessir. Ill be moving from Texas. I still drill quarterly in California so that works out. Thanks for your input
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As Sgt Lumb suggested, discuss the issue with your family. Do some research on the new location and get an estimate of relocation costs. What's the time frame for break-even?
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I wouldn't finalize the decision until I knew where the break-even point was... I would also take a hard look at differences in cost of living. It is possible to get a big pay raise and actually have less money to do the things you want in a new area. A 20% raise and 40% increase in cost of living isn't going to make your life any better.
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