Relocation Resources
Sometimes an exciting new job opportunity involves moving to a different
area of the country or perhaps to a different country altogether. Whatever
the reason, relocating can be stressful and time consuming.
Making a move to a new location may seem like a daunting task. Some considerations
to include:
- Consider taking time off between positions, if possible! There
are many things that require your attention.
- Ask
us for a reputable realtor in the area, our real estate agent referral
network has a great reputation.
- Do I have to sell a house or prepare one for rental?
- How will the cost of living differ from my current location?
- Will a commute be necessary? How long will the drive be?
- How many trips need to be scheduled for house hunting? Who pays for
those trips?
- Timing of address change?
- Where is the best place for a family to live?
- Job opportunities for your spouse?
- What options are available as far as schools? Day care? Kids Programs?
- Is this a safe area for children?
Suggestions for obtaining information on the local area in preparation
for a move are:
- Check the local or regional newspaper for a relocation guide.
- Consider subscribing to the local newspaper, to gain knowledge of current events in the area and to get a jump start on
what the new location has to offer.
- Call the local chamber of commerce and economic development council
to obtain tax base, cost of living, labor, crime, school and community statistics.
A relocation or community guide packet may also be available. This information may also
be obtained from some of the online sources listed below.
Relocation Resources
Links
- Powerful School Search Tool; Use this tool to search many
School Districts around Summit County Colorado and the USA.
- Real
Estate Relocation Resources; Use this to compare cost of living in various
areas, city reports, neighborhoods similar to your lifestyle,
moving & salary
calculator,
and compare renting to buying a home.
- Cyberspace
for Relocation; This site is the most powerful tool for searching
anything to do with relocation, it has everything. It is even offered in En
espanol
- Moving.com; Start your search here for local and long distance movers, and moving services!
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