Does the thought of “ How to Relocate”, send chills down your spine?
Relax, it is definitely doable and of no cause for anxiety.
After having helped people move around the globe and really feeling
the trepidation they had, I’m glad I
could be the calm in the storm for them.
Since people make these moves for all kinds of reasons, a key
component is the Cost of Living. These
costs from one place to the other, need to be carefully analyzed. Having to
determine how much your standard of living is going to go up or down depends on
so many factors.
In picking that competent professional, these guidelines
should be followed!
1.
Get
references for the person you are considering ---- where? Google the area, search real estate, relocating, pick an agent. Then check Linkedin, their website, facebook, their blog.
Get a feel for their personality from these sites. Where their area of expertise is. How deep is their experience?
2.
Pick up the phone, call them
or even better Skype them. You
can tell a lot from this. Their tone, how
organized they are, the words
they use and how they use them. If
there is a sense of humor, you want this
to be enjoyable! Your initial impression will be the best.
3.
Get your
relationship in writing, establishing what will be accomplished, at what price
and in what amount of time. Defining
everything up front is not just professional,
it is smart.
4.
Clearly outline your needs and then preferences. A great agent will ask questions that you
might not think of and have suggestions --
pay attention to that.
5.
Make sure they are computer literate. This all
being done at a distance, proves how important technology can be and how easy
working with a savvy professional can make your relocation. Make sure you can have a satisfying and productive interaction via the computer
with the conveyance of information, maps, pictures, legal documents, official
agency representations, signatures, wire transfers of money and in general
authenticating all doc’s for a legal purpose.
6.
Make sure the information starts to flow
immediately. If you have someone that is
not really on top of your needs, you
need to find this out quickly. Expect
action, concise pictures and descriptions in an orderly fashion. This person is your eyes and senses.
7.
Make
THE visit. Your agent should have enough properties for
you to see on one visit, that you should be able to pick one that day. This is when there has been great
communication, transfer of info and pics. Where the agent has ‘gotten into your shoes’
and really engaged in your needs.
One of the biggest aspects
for the agent is LISTENING!! I love getting to know new people, maybe this
is why I have been in Real Estate and helping relocate families for over 35
years.
I truly enjoy getting to know my clients, understanding the
differences in culture, language and values.
This is more than a ‘job’ , it is
an adventure, with each new person.
Call me anytime, for any Real Estate need!
Marlene Henderson, Broker - Realtor Calif./Nev.
#00599374
"When only the BEST will do . . . .
MoeBEST-Henderson Properties and Property Management"
