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Relocation Tips - See, Hear & Touch the Community as Much as You Can
Jeff Dowler offers excellent relocation tips. Jeff is known as The Southern California Relocation Dude and his article leaves no question he's the expert. There are many details to consider when relocating that go far beyond finding a home. 
Why You Should See, Hear, and Touch the Community
When Relocating to Carlsbad
 
Most people who are relocating to an area they don’t know find it to be a tough challenge. This is true even if you know you want to be there, perhaps know people there, and have heard the sorts of things about the area that appeal to you or have been doing some research online – you ARE, aren’t you?
 
WHAT IS YOUR LIFESTYLE?
While finding the right house that meets your needs and budget is key, I find that for most buyers lifestyle is at the top of the list, which means the community and all it offers is also at the top of the list.
 
For buyers relocating from a distance this becomes a huge challenge when searching for a home online, since you can’t readily explore the areas that might work for you, your lifestyle and of course your budget when ... more

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