Moving to the Pittsburgh area?
Moving to a new area is overwhelming by itself, without adding the daunting task of shopping for a home in addition to finding a Realtor you can trust. At Hanley Agency, Inc., I understand this, and I am an expert in relocation. I have a long history of finding buyers the right home by following a refined process to help make the most of your search efforts.
When relocating, you probably won't have the time to look at every home on the market. Most likely, you'll get tour 20 to 25, so narrow down your list first thing with this advice:
- Before you get here, send me a couple of lists: One should be of things you require in your new home. The other should be for optional things you want. When a house doesn't even meet your needs, we can obviously take it out of the list.
- Know your budget. If you are getting a mortgage, secure your pre-approved amount in advance so we can eliminate homes beyond your budget.
- How long of a commute are you comfortable making each day to your job and other interests? Traffic in the Pittsburgh area could be different than what you're currently experiencing, so let me know your limits regarding drive-time, and I'll find homes based on my knowledge of drive times in the area.
Before we meet in person, I could send you recommendations for properties we should see first. Or if you've done your own research already, let me know what you've found. While seeing listing photos on the web is invaluable, there's nothing like visiting homes in person. Let me set up any necessary appointments and map a route. We could tour up to 8 or 10 homes in a single day with the proper planning.
