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Relocation Buyers – A Niche Market and Focus in 2017

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Real Estate Agent with eXp Realty of California, Inc. CA DRE #01490977

Relocation Buyers – A Niche Market for 2017

 

I have personally moved a bunch of times, have now owned 10 primary homes, and my wife and I have had 4 major relocations (to Boston from Michigan, Boston to the Twin Cities, the Twin Cities to Boston, and Boston to Southern California). As a result I know a lot about relocating a significant distance, but it has also been a big part of my real estate business, especially following my move to Carlsbad from Boston back in 2005.

 

Relocation is not for DummiesI really enjoy working with relocations, from within California as well as from other parts of the country and internationally, and learn new things each time. Thus with my own personal experience, experiences with a couple family members, plus working with many relocating clients over the years relocation is one of my favorite markets to service.

 

Plus I continue to develop checklists, create videos, and share information that I know will benefit those making a major move before and during the process.

 

While I have plenty of relocation information in place there is always room for more. So here are some ideas for what I plan to work on in 2017 to further improve my services and tools for relocating clients this year, and some topics I plan to address in my blog posts.

Continue to add important steps to my Relocation Checklist and share them

Improve my Questions to Ask Your Movers Checklist and share those tips

Revise my Moving with Pets Checklist

Create more videos for my Relocation Tips and Advice Video Series

Getting Pre-Approved – Why and What to Ask

How to Select a Realtor to Help in Your Relocation

Searching for your New Home from a distance

How to Learn about Communities That Interest You

Relocation Costs and Expenses

Selling Your Current Home and Buying a New Home

Do I Rent in the New Location or Do I Purchase

Working with Corporate Relocations

Questions to Ask the Relocation Company (if applicable to your move)

Communication with Your Agent

How to Make the Most of Your House-hunting Trip(s)

What Should I do if I have to Relocate Before I Sell my Home

Moving with Children – How to Prepare them and Issues to Consider

Preparing for your Move

Packing Tips for Your Move

Tax and Insurance Issues to Keep in Mind when Relocating

 

RelocationThere’s lots and lots share about relocation, and while each relocation situation is unique there are some key components that are relevant in any big move.

 

Stay tuned for updates on relocation from the Southern California Relocation Dude!

 

If there are any specific questions or issues you would like me to address, be sure to give me a call at (760) 840-1360 or feel free to email me at JeffDowlerSolutions@gmail.com.

 

And if you are planning move to Southern California let me know how I can help you before you get started. And with my huge network of great Realtors around the country I am happy to help others you know who need a top notch agent to help them sell a home and to find a new one, locally or around the US.

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Beth Bromund
Coldwell Banker Weir Manuel - Rochester, MI
REALTOR (248) 651-3500

You have a great list of things to blog about, and with all of your experience relocating, I'm sure you will be very helpful for your clients. Trips to southern California always bring out the longing to relocate there!

Feb 22, 2017 06:11 PM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good eveningJeff Dowler,

Relocation is an interesting niche and you certainly have lots of personal experience as well as working directly with relocation buyers. Many companies are not offering the relocation assistance for their employees therefore many buyers can choose their own agent rather than the relocation preferred companies. I like what you have planned to work on for 2017 and am sure it will add business in your corner this year!

Feb 22, 2017 06:28 PM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Central CT Real Estate Broker Serving all equally

You would be the right person to serve as agent for relocating buyers to the Carlsbad CA area

Feb 22, 2017 06:34 PM
Kathy Streib
Cypress, TX
Home Stager/Redesign

Jeff- you bring a very valuable personal knowledge regarding relocating to the table.  We've relocated about 5 times and purchased many more homes.  Each time I've had to my "what to do" and "what not to do" lists.  

Feb 22, 2017 06:38 PM
Endre Barath, Jr.
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Beverly Hills, CA
Realtor - Los Angeles Home Sales 310.486.1002

Jeff like you I have relocated to Los Angeles and know what is like picking up and starting new. Nothing better than personal experience which clearly you bring to the Relocation Buyers in the Carlsbad, CA area. Endre

Feb 22, 2017 07:06 PM
Kasey & John Boles
Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC - BoiseMeridianRealEstate.com - Boise, ID
Boise & Meridian, ID Ada/Canyon/Gem/Boise Counties

California after Michigan, Minnesota & Massachusetts is a huge difference!  You have great experience to help relocation buyers. Best wishes for your goals and a great 2017! -Kasey

Feb 22, 2017 07:41 PM
Thomas J. Nelson, REALTOR ® e-Pro CRS RCS-D Vets
Big Block Realty 858.232.8722 - La Jolla, CA
CEO of Vision Drive Realty - Coastal San Diego

WOW! great post, love the list!

I too work mostly with relocation clients. I too have relocated to San Diego, so I can relate to my clients challenges, fears and decisions that need to be made.

Great advice in this one Jeff Dowler !

Feb 22, 2017 07:48 PM
Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, CRS
Fathom Realty Washington LLC - Tacoma, WA
South Puget Sound Washington Agent/Broker!

Another excellent post on what we all are looking for; a niche Jeff Dowler 

Feb 22, 2017 08:40 PM
James Dray
Fathom Realty - Bentonville, AR

Good morning Jeff.  Well sir it seems to me you've got this down to an art.  Questions and answers that is a living document and changing all the time due to the market and other factors.   

Feb 23, 2017 03:25 AM
Gabe Sanders
Real Estate of Florida specializing in Martin County Residential Homes, Condos and Land Sales - Stuart, FL
Stuart Florida Real Estate

Good morning Jeff.  Down here in Florida, it seems that almost all of my customers are relocation buyers.

Feb 23, 2017 05:58 AM
Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hi Jeff -- so this is what being super-organized looks like!   Impressive.  As always.  

Feb 23, 2017 07:11 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Thanks Beth Bromund  - I fell in love with SoCal many years ago when traveling here for work, and then when our daughter went to school in LA at USC. I love working with relocating clients!

Jeff

Feb 23, 2017 08:11 AM
Dick Greenberg
New Paradigm Partners LLC - Fort Collins, CO
Northern Colorado Residential Real Estate

Hi Jeff - You're going to be providing some great content to those interested in relocating to the Carlsbad area in the coming year. This is a much needed service and I'm sure it will be appreciated.

Feb 23, 2017 12:24 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Dorie Dillard  Thanks so much. I actually have done little work with relo companies which is just fine with me given their fees. Some are better to work with than others.

Jeff

Feb 23, 2017 03:51 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Thanks for the kind words Ed Silva 

Kathy Streib - the most lists the better I find. Each move is different and you learn something each time.

You're right Endre Barath, Jr.  - the personal experience can really make a difference, plus I learn from the experiences my clients have.

Jeff

Feb 23, 2017 04:18 PM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Thanks Kasey & John Boles and the team at Jon Gosche Real Estate, LLC  I'm looking forward to it!

More great testimony from a relocation expert Thomas J. Nelson, Realtor, CRS  Thanks for the compliment!

Jeff

Feb 23, 2017 04:21 PM
Gita Bantwal
RE/MAX Centre Realtors - Warwick, PA
REALTOR,ABR,CRS,SRES,GRI - Bucks County & Philadel

I hope home buyers relocating to  your area will read this post and call you.

Feb 24, 2017 05:03 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Thanks Paul S. Henderson, REALTOR®, Broker, Tacoma Washington  - relocation is something I know pretty well AND enjoy. It shows!

So very true James Dray  But that's part of the enjoyment!

I would imagine that's true, Gabe Sanders

Jeff

Feb 24, 2017 07:43 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Michael Jacobs  - What a nice thing to say. I try!

Dick Greenberg  - thanks so much. I have several buyers from other states that say they will be buying this year. I have been working with one couple for 3 years.

Jeff

Feb 24, 2017 07:45 AM
Jeff Dowler, CRS
eXp Realty of California, Inc. - Carlsbad, CA
The Southern California Relocation Dude

Hi Gita Bantwal 

Thanks for stopping by. I hope that is the case, too. I'm glad you thought it was good information.

Jeff

Feb 24, 2017 04:07 PM