Find various helpful tips and move/relocation information at the following links.
Houston Association of Realtors http://www.har.com/
This
is a great place to start when considering what kind of home you’d like to purchase. Har.com provides a database with detailed
specs and history of the homes available in the area. Of course, your realtor can answer questions
and make suggestions for you. But, it’s
always great to do a little research before you meet with them. It will not only give you a better idea of
what you are looking for, but it will help your realtor find just the right fit
for you.
National Association of Realtors http://www.rebac.net/home-buying/getting-started
You’ve
decided to take the plunge and relocate! Here, find helpful information from
the getting started point to the actual moving process.
This site explains much of the terminology used in the home buying and
selling process. It also has great financial tips and what you should expect
when buying a home.
Protect
Your Move https://www.protectyourmove.gov/
Created by the Federal Motor Career Safety
Administration (part of the US Dept. of Transportation), this site is here to
help plan your move and select a moving company. You can review several
articles including topics like planning a move, your rights, and understanding
valuation and insurance options, or search the history of various moving
companies as well as any complaints that may have been lodged against them.
How to Move Your Pets http://www.atlasvanlines.com/how-to-move/moving-pets/
This is just one of several good guides to moving some of your
more precious and/or delicate items as well as other How-To guides related to
your move.
Complete Moving Guide http://www.movers.com/moving-guides/index.html
A collection of over 150 documents covering a variety of topics
all of which address ways to make your move easier. Movers.com is a source of
information on relocation and a place where you can request free quotes from
moving companies.
Move.com http://www.move.com/
Tips on purchasing a home, figuring your mortgage payments, and
other good guides, much of this information is offered in conjunction with
Realtor.com.
Change of Address, US Postal Service https://moversguide.usps.com/icoa/home/icoa-main-flow.do?execution=e1s1&_flowId=icoa-main-flow&referral=USPS
File a change-of-address form right online, direct links to
motor vehicle and voter registration info for all 50 states, IRS
change-of-address forms, moving tips for you / the kids / the pets, how to get
settled after the move, a post office locator, and some money-saving offers.
DirectYourMove.com http://www.directyourmove.com/
The best part about this site is the various moving and
informational guides at the bottom of the page. There is no shortage of good
info here!