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Relocating To Solon - Why Use A Local Agent
Relocating To Solon - Why Use A Local Agent 
 
If you are relocating to Solon, finding a good local real estate agent is an important first step. It is critical to ask good questions to make sure an agent is familiar with the Solon area. This is especially true if you are working with a relocation company, as they often assign you to an agent on their approved list, not necessarily one with experience in the Solon real estate market.
 
Here are some things that a local agent can bring to your attention:
 


Knowledge of the housing inventory- Looking at homes on line from out of town is often the only way someone relocating can learn the market. However, it is often hard to see certain things from pictures on the Internet.  A good local agent can tell you if a certain house is near the highway, or near a pond or other hazard that may not be suitable for children.  An agent that knows the local inventory will save you time and make your search less stressful. 
First hand knowledge of the local school system - People with children who are relocating to Solon are always very interested in the local schools. A local agent ... more

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