Of course, moving is always stressful, even if you’re just moving across town.
But moving new a new state or region is particularly hard. Everything changes. Even simple comforts that you take for granted, such as favorite foods in the grocery store, are often no longer available. Then there’s the challenge of meeting new friends and learning the new social norms associated with each area of the country (and believe me, they are very different).
Finally, you’ve got to relearn the practical everyday stuff, like where your house is in relation to the schools, what the best pizza place is, and where the movie theaters are. It’s taxing on the mind, body and spirit.
As a real estate practitioner, there are things I can do to make life easier for my relocating clients.
- Provide a complete relocation packet, including: information about the school systems, information and crime rates for local neighborhoods, a layout of public transportation and current events going on around Indianapolis.
- Help parents get the kids on board by providing a list of fun places to go and things to do in your area: the zoo, parks, Conner Prairie, entertainment complexes, etc.
- Provide a list of Web sites I recommend for learning about local culture, events, and activities. The visitor’s bureau is often a great place to start.
- Provide a list of short-term rental options or extended-stay hotels.
- Provide a list of things you will need to do before moving from your current residence.
- Compile a list of good restaurants in the area.
- Explain how the real estate closing process works. They vary greatly from state to state.
- Provide lists of services and providers in the area that you will need.
- Give you a list of things you'll need to do to get settled in at their new location.
- Provide information on Indiana!
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