Jay Carden of RE/MAX Properties, Inc. Offers His Top Military Relocation Tips

With over 10 years participating in the RE/MAX Properties, Inc Military First Closing Bonus Program in Colorado Springs, Jay Carden shares his expertise, helping potential buyers and sellers in the service to be mindful of some basic yet critical steps before and during a real estate transaction.

As an active or former service member of the military, many have witnessed multiple moves throughout their career and know the process can be very involved. For individuals and families soon to uproot and relocate to a new area, the idea of moving to unfamiliar territory can be overwhelming at best. Jay Carden has been using his 10 + years of experience to provide top-level experience for the moving process, making the potential move easier for the client.

Find a top-rated local lender

Seeking out and finding a lender in the area of relocation that specializes in VA loans provides many advantages. Compared to national lenders, regional loan officers can provide a more in-depth, transparent experience which may potentially save thousands in closing costs. It’s important to have a lender know the area, the VA loan process and can help ensure one is getting into a price range that is affordable long term. Many forget when purchasing a home that many recurring expenses get tacked on beyond the mortgage such as utilities, property taxes, homeowners insurance and more.

Check the commute

We’ve heard the term “location, location, location!” right? Well it’s true, one may find the perfect property but it’s important to consider the actual distance and potential commute to the military base or work destination. Many think a 10-mile drive equals a 15-minute trip, but in this popular region that could easily double during rush hour. A great local agent and lender will help one understand what is to be expected when living in specific locations.

Finding the best school districts

Many of the schools around a military base are friendly to military personnel and are great, top-rated schools. However, it’s important to do the homework and learn more about the programs available for children. There may be immense value in living closest to the school that has programs that best match what one wants most for their kids. An agent or lender can help with those recommendations and pull ratings and research on area schools.

About Jay Carden - RE/MAX PROPERTIES, INC 
Jay Carden of RE/MAX Properties, Inc. has been serving the Colorado Springs and surrounding areas for over 10 years. For homebuyers, Jay Carden’s incredible guidance has helped hundreds of happy clients locate and purchase the home of their dreams. We sell homes to build relationships, you will not be just a number to us. With a RE/MAX network of over 100,000 Realtors in 95 countries, he has proudly been working with active and retired military and referred them to the best agents when relocating to a new city. Jay Carden provides the guidance and proven results to effectively list and quickly sell homes for top dollar, leveraging his network and marketing strategy to gain maximum awareness for each and every listing. For more information, contact Jay Carden at 719-322-4939. His office is located at 1740 Chapel Hills Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920.

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