WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU MOVE TO DELAWARE 
HISTORY & CULTURE
Delaware is located in the DelMarVa Peninsula and is the second smallest state in the country. The official nickname is The First State – it was the first of the 13 colonies to ratify the US Constitution.
FUN FESTIVALS
There are a lot of reasons why Delaware is a popular state, some of such are the cheese-steaks; Bayside Dive; tax-free shopping; world-class beaches; UDairy Creamery; the Blue Crab; and Clifford Brown Jazz Festival.
CLIMATE
Delaware’s climate is characterized by changing weather – subtropical in the south, and subcontinental in the north. Thunderstorms, coastal flooding and winter nor’easters are very common.
DRIVERS LICENSE
You must update your driver’s license within 60 days of arrival. If your out-of-state license is still valid, you will not be required to take the road and knowledge tests, but the vision test is required.
REAL ESTATE
Delaware homes are listed at an average price of $310,013 with the median sales price at just above $237,000. If you are interested to know more, you should visit the Delaware Association of Realtors.
MOVING & STORAGE
One of the secrets to successful relocation is working with a reputable company. Before your move to Delaware, be sure to check with the US DOT or the FMSCA to make sure your mover is legitimate.