Relocating? Let me be your guide

Relocating to a new city is fraught with enough problems, without adding the daunting task of searching for a place to live in addition to finding a Realtor you can trust. At Pathfinder Real Estate Services, 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 get you straight to the properties you need to see.

When relocating, you often don't have the luxury of looking at every house for sale. Most likely, you'll get see 20 to 25, so narrow down the list first thing with these tips:

• Before coming into town, write your needs into one list. Then put the things you simply want in another. When a house doesn't even meet your needs, it's one less house to look at.
• Know your budget. If you are getting a mortgage, know your pre-approved amount in advance so we can eliminate homes out of your budget.
• How long of a commute are you comfortable making each day to your job and other activities? Traffic in the The Columbia Gorge area could be different than what you're currently experiencing, so tell me your desired 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 listings we should see. Or you could already have some top candidates you could share with me based on your own research. 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. If we work efficiently, we could see 8 or 10 homes in a single day.

My goal is to do everything I can so that by the time you leave town, you can be comfortable in the knowledge you're on the right track to finding the best home for your family. Call me today at 509-774-0466 to start your home search.