Home Buyers
Make Finding a Local Realtor® Easy and Stress-Free
Moving to a new location is never easy, especially if you are relocating to a completely new area. On top of finding a knowledgeable Realtor®, it is wise to ask a local Realtor® in your current area if they know any realtors in the area where you are moving. This can help your new home search and make your move fast and efficient. HomeHunt has created a list of tips on how to find a local Realtor® when relocating to a new area.
Look for a Reputable Local Realtor®
People move to unfamiliar locations for a variety of reasons. You want to hire a Realtor® who is knowledgeable of the new area and is reputable in their services. Talk to a local Realtor® in your current location and find reviews and a list of services they offer. Other helpful factors a Realtor® should have include:
- Communication: This is very important, especially when you and your Realtor® are not close in proximity. You want to know that you’re getting the correct information and are updated on available home listings as soon as they hit the market.
- Good Personality: If you click with a Realtor®, your initial instinct will be to work with that person. A Realtor® with a standoffish personality or one who does not put your needs first does not deserve your business.
- Experience: A Realtor® who knows what they’re doing and has previously worked with out-of-state homebuyers will be the best option.
Research the New Area
Out-of-state buyers are often at a disadvantage for not knowing the area. Even though your new Realtor® will perform most of the work for you, it helps to conduct your own research too. This includes the ins and outs of the neighborhood you are considering. Take a look at the school system, the crime rate, and how far the commute will be from work to determine if the neighborhood you are considering is a good fit.
Visit the Area Before You Move
It always helps to meet up with your new agent and area before the big move. This helps you get a feel for the area and if the Realtor® you will be working with is fully committed to your needs. If you want to scope out your new town, but don’t have a Realtor® yet, it also helps to attend open houses. Realtors sometimes attend these events seeking potential buyers.
Find Agents that Work Well Together
If your current Realtor® recommends an agent in another state, this is beneficial because they will most likely work well together. However, if you need help finding a Realtor® in your new area, make sure both your current listing agent and your new Realtor® work well together. These two parties will need to communicate often to make sure the house sale and your new home purchase coincide on time. The following is a list of events for a successful home sale/home buying transaction:
- The buyer's existing home closes.
- Funds are wired to the closer handling the buyer's purchase.
- The buyer's lender funds the new home purchase.
- The buyer closes on a new home.
Not sure how to find a Realtor® to help in your new home search when relocating? HomeHunt can pair you with a local agent, no matter where you are moving to. Contact us today to get started!