WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW BEFORE YOU MOVE TO MINNESOTA 
HISTORY & CULTURE
Minnesota is known as the state with 10,000 lakes. The North Star state is rich in culture brought by original German and Scandinavian settlers.
FORTUNE 500'S
Minnesota is proud to be the state with the lowest unemployment record in the whole country, due in part to the 19 Fortune 500 companies operating in the state.
CLIMATE
Minnesota has a continental climate with cold winters and hot summers. The temperatures shift dramatically as winters in Minnesota are harsh, with minus 60 degree temperatures!
DRIVERS LICENSE
You have 60 days to update your vehicle’s registration and driver's license. Failure to do so means that you will have to pay a penalty fee.
REAL ESTATE
Average list price is $253,761 with the median sales hovering at just above $196,812. For more information, visit the Minnesota Association of Realtors.
MOVING & STORAGE
A key to successful relocation is working with a reputable company. Before you move, check with the DOT or the FMSCA to make sure your mover is legitimate.