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Relocation Specialists for New York City and the Tri-State Region



A Relocation Service for Individuals


Are You Moving on Your Own?

Moving to the Tri-State area can be daunting and confusing! This is true whether you work in NY City and want to live in the suburbs and thus can commute from 3 different states (NY, CT, NJ). Or whether you want to work and live in NY City, and you see you have 5 boroughs to choose from. We tailor our services to meet your needs and budget, which are determined during our initial contact. Here are some highlights of what you can expect from us (more details farther down the page):
  • Advise which states, towns, communities, commutes, schools might best meet your requirements.
  • Connect you with the best agents in the most desirable towns in the suburbs as well as in the city.
  • Provide recommendations for mortgage lenders/brokers.
  • Maintain contact with you throughout the entire home search process.
  • Save you time and money.
Homefinding
  • Current local real estate market conditions
  • Buying vs. Renting
  • What to expect if you're the buyer
  • What to expect if you're the renter
  • Local real estate practices and procedures
  • How long the homefinding process should take
  • Some important steps to take ahead of time:
        Open a checking account
        Get a verification of employment letter
        Check your credit rating if you suspect a problem
        Get pre-approved for mortgage
Regional Differences
  • City vs. suburbs
  • Commuting options
  • Description of communities
  • Property and school taxes
  • Comparative cost of buying or renting in each community

Education
  • Public, private and parochial schools
  • Entrance age requirements
  • Other

Other Questions
  • Needs of spouses
  • Pets
  • Hobbies and recreation
  • Motor Vehicle questions

Customized Information Package
  • Maps
  • Commuting schedules
  • Community profiles
  • Buying and renting procedures
  • Sample listings
  • Other as appropriate
  • Detailed itinerary

For Expatriates
  • American culture and customs
  • American educational system
  • Fair Housing Laws
  • Government services
  • "Where do I call to get...?"