I am want move from Milwaukee, WI to Phoenix and i am a REALTOR, would this be a good move?
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First, I suggest you learn how to speak.Also earning how to use spell check wouldn't be a bad idea either.
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oh! Im moving to Phoenix on July but im a girl so i can pray at home but i guess there will be somewhere for muslims over there...Check well my brother. Salam Alikom:)
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I think you should. New Orleans might just get hit again and then you'd be worse off than before. You should do a little research, don't just get set on Phoenix, there are list of "Best and Worst" cities, and maybe you can find one nearer to Cali.
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Here is a good link that you can input your zipcode to get a general idea of things\n\nhttp://www.moving.com/Find_a_Place/Cityprofile/
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Consider hiring a property manager. Many real estate offices have one agent dedicated to renting homes. It costs a little (about 10% of rents collected) but overall can save headaches and get it rented sooner--which saves you money in the long run. It has worked for me. You can also try rentclicks.com or forrent.com.\n\nBy the way, I have a brand new home being built in Casa Grande AZ that I will be renting. It is 30 minutes south of Phoenix. It will be completed towards the end of May. It is a one story, with 3 beds 2 baths, 2 car, 1604 SF for $1050/month. You can see a flyer on it at libertyhomes.com. It is the Independence B elevation.
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Hopefully the Company will offer a 'house hunting/look over the city' trip for you and your husband.  Go to the chamber of commerce site for that city or the closest major city.  Check crime rate, schools and cost of living comparisons.  When you do relocate (if you presently own you home) rent for at least 6 months. Hopefully the new company will pay closing costs on the new house, or some moving allowance, in addition to the cost of the movers. Look at the move as an adventure.  Think of all the new friends you will make and all of the new things you can do in that state.
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Yes, $36K is adequate. As to the schools, I am not certain. \n However, as to the quality of life... We are an All American City and the first metro area to have all of our government vehicles on natural gas instead of petrol. We have 3 of the nations top ten fastest growing cities here in the Phoenix metro area. \n It does not matter your interests, hobbies, etc, you will find something to do in Phoenix. \n We also have a very low poverty rate, a fairly high mean income, and a fairly low average debt to income ratio. \n As to the negatives/potential negatives: CRIME! Mesa, AZ in 2004 lead the country in car thefts. Phoenix proper led the nation in home burglaries. Gilbert led the nation in home invasions. \n HUGE immigrant population, both legal and illegal. \n Good luck, and enjoy our city!!
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We have relocated many times: \n\nFirst of all..do you work for a company that can transfer  you to that area? What is the draw there? Family? Friends?\n\nI would take a vacation to the area to make sure you like it first. Research the weather and community to make sure they are amenities you would want. \n\nLook for housing to see how expensive it is...go grocery shopping...all the things you would do if you lived there. \n\nThen look for jobs and see if you are employable in that area. See what the median income range is and make sure that you would be able to afford the cost of living for that area! \n\nMake sure that any family you would be moving with you is on board with the idea! Do you need to look at school districts for your kids? Is your wife ok with the move? Will your partner need to leave their job to acoomodate this move? Will your mom stop talking to you? \n\nAFter you do your research...then..try to get a job first. \n\nAFter you have a job..you can always live in a motel for a month or so while you look for an apartment or house or you can look online especially if you did your research while you were there. \n\nmove your stuff, sell your home where ever you are now with a trusted agent...and enjoy your new life!!\n\nNow, if your company offers a transfer..that is different! The company may have a relocation service available to them and you will already have a job..but make sure that you can afford the cost of living on your salary!
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Check out the cost of living for the city you are thinking of moving to first against where you are living now. That will help you decide. It could be just a break even proposition.
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Arizona has been one of the hot markets in the country. I would let it cool down before buying.
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Depends...state specific question. Contact your local Association of Realtors.
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I wouldn't recommend it, but I'm a bit biased since I am a Realtor.  \n\nBut, with that being said:\n\n-Fill out a disclosure on your property. FULLY disclose any issues you've had with the house.\n-Buy some for sale signs.\n-Design some flyers.  Be sure to take digital pictures of the inside and outside of the property that highlight the features.\n-Decide on an ad budget, and spend your money wisely on advertising.\n-Hold the property open. Be careful...make EVERYONE sign in for security reasons.\n-Make yourself available OFTEN for showings.  If people call and you can't make it there on their schedule without a lot of shifting around, they'll move on.\n-Qualify potential buyers if they intend to submit an offer.\n-Decide up front that if it isn't working out, at what point would you use the services of a Realtor (depending on how quickly you need an offer)\n\nSelling by owner can be profitable, and if you're in a high turnover area, I would certainly say go for it.  If you're in a 'normal' real estate market, be ready to work pretty hard to sell the property! \n\nGood luck.  If you have more specific questions, feel free to email me at rodbaker@fwrealtor.com.
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I don't know anything about Florida but I am a realtor in PA and Summer is when the buyers are looking.  Family's wants to be moved in before school starts and now one wants to move in the winer becasue of the snow.  But I guess since you are in Florida you don't have to worry about that part as much.....Don't worry it will sell just give your realtor some time.  The days on the market for a home in my area is 60-90 days now this time last year its was 30-60 days and year before that is was ONE WEEK.  Interst rates are still low and people are still looking.
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Wow that sounds like fun.  Let me know when you find out so I can move there.
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Phoenix & Scottsdale, AZ have become the new CA (we have so many Californians moving here).  Growing Robust economy many companies moved & moving here (i.e. Dial, Motorola, Intel etc).  Housing is still very affordable in comparison.  When ppl get here they are shocked to find outsid eof the cities, you have forests & snow & ski resorts.  There are many very big lakes & its 4-5 hours from Vegas.  Heres some more cool stuff about AZ http://websearch.fineliving.com/fine/web/searchResults?Site=FINE&searchType=Site&searchString=Az
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Some banks have inhouse appraisers and you might try that route if you are going to be moving.  There is more job security if you are just transferring from one bank to another.
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Only if you want to invest in that area. I hear it is one of the top places to live or visit, go for it. Good Luck