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#ReloSolutions: The Definition of Insanity
“Doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results.”– Unknown While often ascribed to Albert Einstein, there is no actual evidence that he said this. Regardless, this “definition of insanity” has been used so many times…
#ReloSolutions: The American Dream – The freedom of choice and equality in home ownership
Having a place to call home remains a cornerstone of the American dream. A home provides a sense of safety and stability; it influences where families go to school, where they work and where they access community services. Home…
#ReloSolutions: Do the Math – Evaluating Relocation Program Costs
Most of us work for companies that are expected to make a profit at the end of the day. Even for non-profit or start-up entities, there are budgets and other financial measures that must be tracked. Why is it…
Future-proofing: Adapting Relocation Benefits for a Changing Workforce
Of the myriad of HR benefits available to employees, relocation is unique in that it is not regulated, and benefit levels are not proscribed by law. This allows relocation professionals to craft programs that best balance the needs of the…
#ReloSolutions: A Measured Approach
Pearson’s law states that, “When performance is measured, performance improves. When performance is measured and reported back, the rate of improvement accelerates.”– Karl Pearson, father of the modern science of statistics From a psychological perspective, this makes sense. People love…
The Relocation Pricing Paradox: Q&A with Steven John
As the global landscape created by COVID-19 continues to evolve, organizations that rely on employee relocation programs have been challenged in new and unprecedented ways. From contending with travel restrictions to navigating shifting government regulations, mobility professionals have had to…
#Unstoppable, #Unwavering, #Unrelenting!
Words inspired by Warren Buffet describe the consumer solutions focus of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices’ CEO, Chris Stuart and his team of real estate professionals in the August 2020 issue of RIS Media. An inspiring example of the dedicated leadership behind…
FAQ True Partner Pricing
The questions most commonly asked about HomeServices Relocation’s service fees reclassification Why is HSR offering a new pricing option? Over the years, commissions on HHG and other services have grown insignificance as basic service fees have decreased. Unfortunately, while feesare…
#ReloSolutions: Lump-Sums and Other Four-letter Words
Lump Sum Only programs Lump Sum programs are appealing to human resource departments as they are easy to administer and still allow them to meet the requirement that a relocation benefit is provided to their transferees. But how effective are…
Is Your Relocation Policy Keeping Pace with Your Business Goals?
Relocation Policy Considerations As the old saying goes, “the only constant, is change.” Business operates in an ever-changing environment. Changes in markets, technology and regulation create a shifting landscape that must be navigated by business leaders to ensure the success…
#ReloSolutions: Are you Obsessed with Time?
People are obsessed with time. We “save time,” we “lose track of time,” sometimes we have “all the time in the world.” Time is given various qualities; “time is money” and “time waits for no one.” We are advised to…
#ReloSolutions: TANSTAAFL
“TANSTAAFL” for the uninitiated, “there ain’t no such thing as a free lunch.” Coined in the early 1900’s, “free lunch” referred to the practice in saloons of the era offering free lunch to those who purchased a drink. The phrase…