Often Realtors are looking to help people on the receiving end of the relocation...what about preparing folks on the other side of this equation? We have thousands of people relocating to the Raleigh, NC area each year. Raleigh has been ranked #1 for Young Professionals, Smartest City in the USA along with huge growth projections. Relocation is an active part of my business that is real, emotional and something I see often.
Many families are split for a short (or long) period of time, while one spouse travels ahead and the others "cleans" up behind. I tend to form a relationship with the arriving party but I never stopped to think what those they left behind are dealing with.
Here a few tips in assembling a team to help make a relocation transition smoothly.
1. Before you call a mover, start cleaning out your stuff. This is a GREAT time to donate and receive a tax write off for those items you haven't used in ages. Think of your new city as a fresh start. Embrace the move don't think of it as a hassle. Ask the partner who's leaving quickly to clean out and pack their own stuff so you don't have to "figure out" what they want to keep.
2. Ask if the relocation company has a list of approved moving companies that have a SOLID track record. You'll need to be cautious packing boxes, if you're doing this on your own. Make sure you're labeling your boxes so the move will be simple. If you are footing the bill for your own move...this article has some awesome tips.
3. Make a list of services to cancel from the home you're leaving. You may also want to think about getting to know you're neighbors better. They will be there to support and inform you if anything goes awry when you do fully vacate your home.
Last but not least, INTERVIEW several Realtors. If you can find a Realtor who's willing to host a webinar so both of you can review services together, this will save you time and be much appreciated by the Realtor. Please don't assume the Realtor that the relocation company suggest is the best person to sell your home. Most relocation companies will allow another Realtor to represent you. It's some paperwork for us, but worth earning your business in my opinion!
Good Luck with your move and I look forward to seeing you on this end in the Raleigh, Cary, RTP area of North Carolina.
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