What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
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What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
I'm less than 48 hours away from jumping on the plane and heading over to the USA (Florida to be precise). I have a list of things that I need to and am sure I'm missing stuff - I don't suppose anyone would mind filling the blanks?
I've got:
Get driving licence
Do Motorcycle Basic Rider Course
Get SSN
Medical Insurance (investigate if better cover/value through company vs. privately)
Get US American Express
Bank accounts are sorted, got the cars and motorbikes (and they're insured), house sorted. What am I missing?!
I've got:
Get driving licence
Do Motorcycle Basic Rider Course
Get SSN
Medical Insurance (investigate if better cover/value through company vs. privately)
Get US American Express
Bank accounts are sorted, got the cars and motorbikes (and they're insured), house sorted. What am I missing?!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
I've had this Wiki article bookmarked for months, in advance of my own move: List of what to do and when about Moving : British Expat Wiki
It's mostly stuff that needs to be done on this side of the sea, not Stateside (as your list appears to be), but might be worth a once-over just in case - I know I'd be lost without lists like that!
Good luck, and happy new year! I'm sure plenty will be by shortly to give you more specific responses.
It's mostly stuff that needs to be done on this side of the sea, not Stateside (as your list appears to be), but might be worth a once-over just in case - I know I'd be lost without lists like that!
Good luck, and happy new year! I'm sure plenty will be by shortly to give you more specific responses.
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
Thank you for the link to the wiki. I have done pretty much all of the UK-side stuff...other than seeing one Granny (that's what lunch tomorrow is for!).
It's more the stuff the other side of the pond that is concerning me!
It's more the stuff the other side of the pond that is concerning me!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
Plan at least a day each for ss office and licences - - We were at the DMV for 4 hours getting ours last year. Also plan on dropping lots on deposits for utilities, it's a joke.
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
Out of curiosity, what route you taking for motorbikes? Are you importing or buying a bike over?
Im weighing up whether to try to bring mine over in a container or buy a bike over.
Im weighing up whether to try to bring mine over in a container or buy a bike over.
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
I can't see it'd be worth the hassle...unless you've got something really special!
Having said all of that, I am still looking at importing a bike or two from the UK anyway...but they're unique!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
2013 Triumph Daytona 675, Villa Park IL - - Cycletrader.com
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
Cheapest equivalent bike on autotrader is £8000 from a dealer, so I guess I could look at getting around £7400 for it.
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Apologies to the OP, didnt mean to hijack your thread!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
Cheapest equivalent bike on autotrader is £8000 from a dealer, so I guess I could look at getting around £7400 for it.
Used Bikes and Scooters :: Triumph :: Triumph Daytona 675 R ABS (Black)
Apologies to the OP, didnt mean to hijack your thread!
Used Bikes and Scooters :: Triumph :: Triumph Daytona 675 R ABS (Black)
Apologies to the OP, didnt mean to hijack your thread!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
I'm less than 48 hours away from jumping on the plane and heading over to the USA (Florida to be precise). I have a list of things that I need to and am sure I'm missing stuff - I don't suppose anyone would mind filling the blanks?
I've got:
Get driving licence
Do Motorcycle Basic Rider Course
Get SSN
Medical Insurance (investigate if better cover/value through company vs. privately)
Get US American Express
Bank accounts are sorted, got the cars and motorbikes (and they're insured), house sorted. What am I missing?!
I've got:
Get driving licence
Do Motorcycle Basic Rider Course
Get SSN
Medical Insurance (investigate if better cover/value through company vs. privately)
Get US American Express
Bank accounts are sorted, got the cars and motorbikes (and they're insured), house sorted. What am I missing?!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
That's more of a rough guess to ensure you're in the SAVE system. Some have been successful going in next day... though I did wait about 10 days.
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Re: What needs to be on my list of things to do?!
I would recommend going to see your GP/Surgery and get a copy of your medical records, especially if you have any long term conditions or are on existing medications