Move On Up: A Short Guide to Relocating for Work

Written by Gene Thomas.

Relocating for a better job opportunity can be both an exciting and daunting process, especially if your household includes a spouse, kids, or pets. By planning ahead, you can save yourself undue stress, ease costs and give everyone more time to adjust.

Location

Before settling on a particular property, you’ll need to hone in on the ideal area that will suit your family’s needs. Consider the most important aspects of the location, like whether it offers security and decent quality of life, while still remaining affordable and within a reasonable distance from your work premises.

Leaving behind their friends and going to a new school can be a stressful experience for kids, so you’ll also want to be sure that your new home is within a school district that suits your child’s learning requirements and will make their adjustment period bearable.

Securing a Home

Starting a new job is a gamble, and while you’ve surely put thought behind your decision to move, you’ll want to keep your options open in case things go sideways. It may be wise to rent for a period before making a final decision on whether you’d like to commit to a purchase in the area.

Finding a place to rent will be logistically challenging when you don’t have the option of attending viewings in person. A good property rental website will allow you to filter your search for apartments near Denver so that you’re able to view homes that include the requisite number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and also specify whether they are pet friendly. In some cases, you’ll even be able to take a 3D tour of the home, giving you further peace of mind when submitting the documents needed to apply for a lease.

Buying a house is a lot more time-consuming so it may not be possible to finalize your purchase before your new job begins. Save time by getting pre-approved for a mortgage in order to avoid the risk of losing out on your dream home in today’s competitive housing market.

Packing

Boxing up the contents of your home can prove difficult when there are other members of the family to consider. Be certain to do plenty of research on the best packing tactics in advance. Creating a realistic timeline for the move will help you to avoid blunders, such as forgetting to thaw your freezer. As a courtesy, you may also want to inform your neighbors of your plans so that they aren’t startled by the noise on moving day.

Don’t discount the value of retaining the services of a moving company. Although it may add to the cost of your relocation, the stress you will be spared is priceless. A professional moving service will safely secure your belongings and handle the physical labor aspects of the move, leaving you with a little extra time to prepare for your journey.

Relocating for work is a bittersweet experience. While you may be excited for the new career opportunities ahead, you’ll inevitably have to deal with the emotional strain of leaving your old life behind too. Planning your move in advance, and in as much detail as possible, will lighten this burden for both you and your loved ones.

I launched The Reasonable Realtor as a platform to provide helpful guidance and direction to people embarking on a move. Whether it’s your first relocation experience or not, you’ll find valuable insights on buying, selling, and everything in between on my site. Find more helpful tips at: www.thereasonablerealtor.com

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