Relocating to Tallahassee, Florida by Debbie Kirkland, Realtor

WELCOME TO TALLAHASSEE YOU’RE GONNA LOVE IT HERE The Home Sales of Tallahassee Team is here to help you get to know more about the Tallahassee, Florida community.

WELCOME TO TALLAHASSEE

“WE CAME FOR A JOB AND WE FOUND OUR HOME”

ABOUT TALLAHASSEE

Tallahassee Florida

YOU’RE GONNA LOVE IT HERE

is the kind of Tallahassee – The Capital of Florida • • •

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128 Largest City in the United States Population 181,376 (2010 Census) Home to Three Major Universities o Florida State University o Florida A & M University o Tallahassee Community College One of the Fastest Growing Manufacturing and High Tech Economies in Florida. Situated in the Panhandle technology corridor.

Home to National Trade Associations, Lobbying Organizations and Professional Associations Regional Center for Scientific Research. Home to the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Surrounded by State Parks and National Forests Year-round Sporting Events and Conferences Multi-Cultural Activities and Festivals Fishing Lakes, Ponds, River and Streams Historic Preservation Communities Art and Commerce Districts Classic Mid-Town and Downtown Dining and Entertainment Districts Adult and Children’s Theater Schools and Clubs Equestrian, Biking and Hiking Trails City Parks and Recreation Facilities Senior Citizen Center Civic and Community Clubs 30 minutes to 1 Hour to the Gulf Coast Beaches

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LET US SHOW YOU WHY WE CALL TALLAHASSEE HOME

you visit and you want to stay. The community is active, growing and welcoming. Many come for employment and find Tallahassee to be the place they want to raise their families or in which to retire.

The climate and culture attract those who celebrate four seasons.

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Begin A New Story in Tallahassee, FL

We are thrilled that you are considering Tallahassee, Florida as your potential home and for choosing FirstStory Real Estate Company as your relocation specialists.

We are different. We are unique. We are all that is good in the real estate space. All that is ethical, professional and we are shaped by a higher level of expectations, not just from customers, but from within. We are closer. We lean in. We listen, but we hear. We serve. We are the first story for some, for others the second, third and re-written stories. We are partners in creating the space people call home, in finding the investments that people need to grow and prosper, and the tissue holders when people have to say goodbye.

Our team at FirstStory Real Estate Company is dedicated to providing you with professional, informative and accurate real estate sales, and market reports.

Our agents are forward thinkers, professional leaders and technology adept. Our culture is family, customer, and community and we feel we deliver something truly magical to our customers.

Debbie Kirkland, our Broker, is a fourth generation, life-long resident and can tell you that Tallahassee is indeed a special community and has many things to offer every age, every culture and every resident.

“Home to the state capital, two major universities and offers a variety of museums, attractions and unique experiences. Tallahassee shares a deep-rooted history and culture with an abundance of nature and outdoor recreation activities. A fusion of cosmopolitan flair of young residents and charming personality of our older residents defines the spirit of Florida’s Capital City. The Tallahassee and surrounding communities stretch from the Florida Panhandle to the South Georgia border. Tallahassee is a place where college town meets cultural center, politics meets performing arts and history meets nature – a place where the vibrancy of what to do is matched only by the city’s inviting hospitality. I love to travel, but the best part of travel is coming home to Tallahassee” Debbie

Whatever your ideal lifestyle, you’ll find what you’re looking for in the Tallahassee area: • • • •

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Visit HomeSalesofTallahassee.com /Area to search neighborhoods by price, styles, and amenities, view videos and maps, and determine the neighborhood’s walk-score.

Explore Area Information for details on Tallahassee Neighborhoods with integrated listing information, as well as everything from arts & theater to area youth sports.

First-time or out-of-state buyers should also visit Buyers for more about buying and selling property in Tallahassee, Florida.

You can begin your search by registering on our website and organizing your home or property search or searches on our Property Organizer. This search is directly linked to the Multiple Listing Service, and all area listings are accessible here. It is accessible in our website on the “SEARCH” button.

When you’re ready, we will set up a Buyer Orientation Appointment with you to discuss your needs. Click Daily Listing Alert and tell us what requirements you to see in a listing.

We’ll use that information to email you listings that match your requirements.

OR Contact Us if you’d like help in signing up for the daily alerts.

Once Again, we welcome you and look forward to working with you as you select your Tallahassee, Florida home. Please call on us with questions. We usually have answers!

OUR TEAM

Our team at First Story Real Estate Company is dedicated to providing you with professional, informative and accurate real estate sales, and market reports.

Together we have assembled a productive team of agents and business affiliates who will work together to serve the needs of each buyer, seller and investor. We are skilled in contract negotiations and are pleased to bring to closing all of our transactions.

Debbie Kirkland is a fourth generation resident and can tell you that Tallahassee is indeed a special community and has many things to offer every age, every culture and every resident. Debbie is very involved in leadership in both local and State and National Realtor Associations and is a leader in real estate technology and marketing activities and education. Debbie is a proud REALTOR®, serving as her local Board President in 2012, and District Vice-President in 2014 among many other roles in Florida Realtors leadership.

Susan Waldman is a Tallahassee resident, a proud mother and grandmother to a host of all boys, and three daughter-in-laws. Susan understand community, appreciated the many family amenities Tallahassee has to offer. Susan is an active REALTOR® in the Tallahassee Board of Realtors. Susan is First Story’s transaction manager.

Jillian Kirkland is a fifth generation Tallahassee resident. Jillian is a REALTOR® and a graduate of Florida State University with degrees in business finance and economics. Jill is a skilled project manager, working with developers, new construction, and has an interest in placemaking efforts in Tallahassee and understands what Gen Y buyers and sellers are interested in and need.

Damian Costantino is a Top 10% Producing REALTOR® in Tallahassee.

Damian is a single dad and enjoys showing land, residential listings in our surrounding counties and works with buyers, sellers and investors. Damian

understands the sense of community that is important for residents and homeowners and the listing and marketing of homes in our area.

Briana Lech is our Social Content Curator. Briana is a student at Florida State studying business and marketing. Briana is creative, and gives a fresh perspective to our marketing, advertising and public relations efforts.

Select Agents at First Story Real Estate Company are part of this team of TopNotch Professionals on the First Story Real Estate Team. Choosing the right agent to work with you is an individual consideration. Together we produce sales from our own listings, from the MLS and our resources of non-listed, but potentially available homes for sale in our area via longstanding connections.

Our Affiliates We have a team of fabulous affiliates who assist us with mortgage loans, appraisals, inspections, renovations and service providers. We are happy to provide recommendations when you need a service person or professional in our area.

STAY CONNECTED In addition to our website, stay connected to us across social media profiles. We want to share with you fun activities in Tallahassee, information on “Things To Do,� and articles on homeownership. From Our Website, you can connect to us with just a click of the mouse!

Our Website Resources: FirstStory.co HomeSalesofTallahassee.com

WHERE TO BEGIN • READ Our Blog with Real Estate Advice, Listing postings and Musings at medium.com/@FirstStoryRealEstateCompanyTLH to learn more about who we are and how we work every day in the real estate industry. You’ll quickly learn about our philosophy, our goals and hear about some of our experiences in real estate!

• VISIT www.HomeSalesofTallahassee.com, or FirstStory.co to learn more about Tallahassee, FL and the surrounding area, to view neighborhoods, homes for sale, buyer and seller specific pages and even RELOCATION help. We can help you with the sale of your home by finding you a REALTOR® in your area, handpicked and capable of helping you sell your home.

• BUYERS, first time or seasoned, can access the BUYER tab for tips and tools for more about buying homes in Tallahassee, Florida • DEBBIE’s BLOG is full of market information, listing profiles, specialty searches for real estate market information and fun tidbits from Debbie on Tallahassee. TalkTallahassee.com is a fun place to browse and a nationally recognized and indexed blog for Tallahassee Real Estate • SEARCH homes for sale within the MLS at FirstStory.co and HomeSalesofTallahassee.com and create listing alerts by registering on our website and use our FREE Home and Land Search Tools for home searches by zip code, address, neighborhood or amenities and save your favorites in our FREE Property Organizer.

• CALL to set up a Buyer Orientation Appointment with you to discuss your buying or relocation needs. If you are Selling, we have the best Marketing Plan in Tallahassee and offer you exclusive marketing avenues that is designed for maximum exposure and professional presentation of your home. If you are an out of town buyer, we have a network of hand-chosen Realtors to recommend for you. Just ask for our help in finding the right Realtor to list your home, property or business.

WELCOME TO TALLAHASSEE YOU’RE GONNA LOVE IT HERE First Story Real Estate Company is here to help you get to know more about the Tallahassee, Florida community.

WELCOME TO TALLAHASSEE

“WE CAME FOR A JOB AND WE FOUND OUR HOME”

ABOUT TALLAHASSEE

Tallahassee Florida

YOU’RE GONNA LOVE IT HERE

is the kind of Tallahassee – The Capital of Florida • • •

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128 Largest City in the United States Population 181,376 (2010 Census) Home to Three Major Universities o Florida State University o Florida A & M University o Tallahassee Community College One of the Fastest Growing Manufacturing and High Tech Economies in Florida. Situated in the Panhandle technology corridor.

Home to National Trade Associations, Lobbying Organizations and Professional Associations Regional Center for Scientific Research. Home to the National High Magnetic Field Laboratory Surrounded by State Parks and National Forests Year-round Sporting Events and Conferences Multi-Cultural Activities and Festivals Fishing Lakes, Ponds, River and Streams Historic Preservation Communities Art and Commerce Districts Classic Mid-Town and Downtown Dining and Entertainment Districts Adult and Children’s Theater Schools and Clubs Equestrian, Biking and Hiking Trails City Parks and Recreation Facilities Senior Citizen Center Civic and Community Clubs 30 minutes to 1 Hour to the Gulf Coast Beaches

US SHOW YOU WHY WE CALL

TALLAHASSEE HOME

community where you visit and you want to stay. The community is active, growing and welcoming. Many come for employment and find Tallahassee to be the place they want to raise their families or in which to retire.

The climate and culture attract those who celebrate four seasons.

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BUYING A HOME

Our First Story Real Estate Team will help make your home buying experience educational and enjoyable.

As you begin your home search, our team will be accessible and attentive to your needs. We will listen to you, work with you, and work for you. We are your home-buying partners and professionals.

STEPS TO A SUCCESSFUL TRANSACTION

Understand the LOCAL real estate market, climate and price influences.

Rely on your Realtor® for all your real estate related questions.

Establish what communication tools work best for you and your Realtor® Shop smarter, not harder. Evaluate properties that match your criteria BEFORE you embark on travels to and from listings.

Work with your lender to provide all documentation in a timely manner.

Never be afraid to ask questions. Don’t sleep on it, sleep in it!

OUR SERVICES

Full Time Realtors速 (The highest standard of real estate professionals) Relocation Coordinators

Referral Program for Helping You Sell Your Current Home Preferred Moving Service Discounts Temporary Housing Services Providers of Local Resource Information Services Market Specialists Buyer Education Materials Buyer Qualification with Local Lenders Home Search and Showing Coordination Use of Latest Home-Buying Technologies and Communication Tools Contract Negotiations and Coordinators for Appraisals, Inspections, Closings Home Maintenance Referral Program After-Sale Service and Referral Networks We Make Your Home Search Enjoyable

Debbie Kirkland, Realtor®

First Story.co and Home Sales of Tallahassee.com 8500727-0066

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