Apr
11

Seven Secrets To A Successful Relocation

Did you know that over 25 per cent of Americans move each
and every year? That’s a lot of moving. However, many of
these individuals and families who relocate are not always
happy after they move into their new home. They may find the
home they like, be drawn into the deal, yet have no knowledge
of where they are moving to and what they are in for.

Listed below are Seven Secrets to a Successful Relocation
that will help eliminate some of the surprises involved in a
relocation.

1. Subscribe to the local newspapers.

Before you sign on the dotted line for the house you think
you love, subscribe to the local newspaper. Better yet,
subscribe to all the newspapers, as well as the closest
large metropolitan newspaper. This step will help you
discover what is going on the area, politically and
economically.

Note: Be sure and read the Letters to the Editor as this
will provide insight as to what is really important to the
citizens of your newly chosen home.

- What is most important to the residents of this area?
- What is the budget for new roads?
- What are the most consistent headlines?
- Is major reconstruction in the works for bridges or roads?

You can subscribe to the hard copy or go online and receive
news from anywhere.

2. Check out the local Chambers of Commerce Websites

Your local Chambers will provide further insights to the
most important issues in the economic development of
your newly chosen region.

- What businesses are most successful?
- What are the resources for your business?
- Which is the largest and most powerful chamber?
- What will your chamber dues provide you?

3. Check out the website for the local Builder’s Associations

The only way to discover what current construction projects,
either commercial or residential, are in the works, is to refer to
the people who actually do the construction.

- Is there any new construction near your home?
- Check the archives for building permits in this new location.
- Discover the number of new homes currently under construction

4. Check the local city website

Is there a tax increase on the way for your new home ? Go
to the local city website to review upcoming city budgets as
well as current Mayor’s reports.

- Check minutes reports of city council meetings
- Review parks, fire department and other
- Check economic development departments for future changes

Note: Check the city websites for surrounding communities. Each city is affected by another, so discover what is planned for the surrounding communities.

5. Locate information about the utilities in this area

Who are the providers for your gas, electric and water?
Can you recycle? What is the cost for each and every utility?

- Is there a deposit required to obtain utilities and trash services?
- Is the process simple or difficult, i.e., can it be done over the phone or Internet?
- Are there any rates changes on the horizon?

6. Check out auto/business licensing on line

Some states require new licenses and/or registration within 30 days.
This might seem like long time, however, wit all he drama and emotion
that comes with relocation, 30 days will go by in a heartbeat.

Check the state website for your business requirements, as well as your
automobile needs. You may find that license requirements are a drastic
change from your old location.

7. Check what’s legal to buy in your new state

If you are from California, or any other state where you
can purchase anything at any time, double check what’s
legal to purchase in your local grocery store. For example,
you may not be able to purchase liquor in your grocery or
any place other than a state run liquor store. And when
you do purchase in a local state run liquor store, you may
be charged numerous taxes on your purchase.

Not everything will be as it was in your old community.
Be prepared as much as you can. Don’t let these details
hinder your move, just use as much information as possible
so there are fewer surprises along the way.
Copyright Date: 2007 All Rights Reserved

Joanne Victoria, owner of New Directions and author of “Vision With a Capital V -
Create the Business of Your Dreams”, with over 25 years of experience
in business development and marketing coaching and consulting, works
with and speaks to the real estate industry on how to have more clarity,
more satisfaction, more sales and more fun. You can reach Joanne at:
mailto: info@NewDirectionsinRealEstate.com by phone at: 360-377-2995.
Book orders in the US: 888-503-2665.

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