I’m a Financial Expert: 8 Money Moves the Rich Make When Planning a Move

Cindy Lamothe   Wed, November 20, 2024   GOBankingRates

When the wealthy plan a move, it’s not just about packing boxes — it’s a strategic financial event. According to experts, they often engage in meticulous planning to optimize their assets and liabilities during this transition.

GOBankingRates spoke with Dennis Shirshikov, head of growth at GoSummer and professor of finance at City University of New York, and Melanie Musson, finance expert with Insurance Providers, to discuss the money moves the rich make when planning a move.

“When wealthy people plan a move, they hire professional movers to package their items, pack them on a truck and unload them in their new house,” said Musson. “Wealthy people use their money to make updates and upgrades to their new house before they move in. They don’t have the financial constraint of needing to move in right away.”

Building Up Savings First

According to Musson, in advance of moving, wealthy people build their savings, so they can make a down payment and purchase a home without the contingency of selling their current house.

“Even though they’ll usually sell their old house, the need to do so won’t hinder their chances of getting their offer accepted for their new house,” she explained.

Purchasing Custom Furniture

“Wealthy people get custom furniture for their new house,” Musson said. “They don’t try to make their couch and chairs work in a new space.”

Instead, she said they purchase the right size and color to complement the new space.

Tax Optimization Strategies

One of the first steps, according to Shirshikov, is consulting with tax advisors to understand the implications of moving to a new state or country. For example, relocating from a high-tax state like New York to a no-income-tax state like Florida can result in significant savings.

“They might accelerate income or defer deductions to take advantage of more favorable tax rates post-move,” he added.

Reevaluating Investment Portfolios

“Wealthy individuals often reassess their investment portfolios to ensure they align with their new circumstances,” said Shirshikov.

He said this could involve liquidating certain assets or investing in local opportunities.

“I recall a client who, before moving abroad, diversified into international markets to hedge against currency fluctuations,” he said.

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