As the saying goes: you don’t know what you don’t know.
That’s why, when you’re buying a house due to corporate relocation, it pays to pick a real estate agent who specializes in relocation-related moves.
Because, chances are, they do know what you don’t know. They’ve escorted other transplants much like you down this road before. They know where your head is at this point in the process—so they can proactively answer questions that you didn’t yet think to ask.
In addition, they thoroughly understand the corporate relocation process, so they can keep things moving smoothly between all the players—employees, employers, relocation providers—while guiding you through this very key part of your journey.
In other words, these miracle workers improve the relocation experience in a host of tangible and intangible ways—including these.
Relocation-focused Agents Work in Tight Timelines
Like any good real estate agent, an agent who specializes in relocation is driven to help you find—and close on—your dreamhouse. However, they also understand that the clock is ticking.
Invariably, relocating professionals are on an accelerated timeline; their employer wants them on the job asap. A relocation-focused agent knows how to work under pressure.
For example, if you request a whirlwind weekend of marathon house-hunting, they’ll make it happen without breaking a sweat. In addition, they can recommend trusted local resources, such as title companies and attorneys, which save you time and stress.
And they’re experts at managing parts of the home-buying process long-distance, like providing virtual home tours and even orchestrating a smooth remote closing—all designed to keep you on track.
Specialized Agents “Get” the Relocation Process
Relocation packages can be pretty unique animals. Benefits vary, as do processes and workflows. Agents who specialize in relocation know what to look for, what questions to ask, and how to get things done within the lines.
This is especially true if they’ve worked for your employer and/or relocation provider before.
In other words, they know—or know enough to ask—what home-related expenses are covered by your benefits, such as closing costs and short-term housing, if needed.
And assuming they’re part of your relocation provider’s vendor network (more on that later), they also know exactly what their role is and how to add value.