Relocating to Kendall County Advice from an Expert With San Antonio ranking as one of the Ì « £ä >À}iÃÌ V Ì iÃ Ì i 1°-° > ` ÃÌ growing, there are many nearby communities that help support its growth. One of the most popular is Kendall County, Ü iÀi Ì iÀi à VÕÀÀi Ì Þ > yÕÝ v v> ià looking to relocate to the area. While a strong job market and a surplus of people to serve is enticing to individuals and families, relocating is not always as simple as a “quick move”—but fortunately, there are many fantastic local resources, including relocation experts, to help transferees make their move as smooth as possible. One leading relocation expert in the area à * Þ Ã À Ü } «> ޽à ,i V>Ì
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*QY FQGU C VTCPUHGTGG ƂPF QWV what is covered by their employer regarding relocation services? / iÞ ii` Ì ` ÃVÕÃÃ Ü Ì Ì i À i « ÞiÀÉ counselor what will be covered so they understand what is expected on both ends because surprises are never good. Every transferee’s move is different; therefore, they need to discuss and understand their package before they start the process. How should one begin the process of looking for a new home if they are unsure of the cost-of-living difference and they do not know what they can afford? Before you start looking at homes, it is best to speak with a mortgage lender to help you better understand what you can afford at your new location. There are also internet tools such as CNN’s and Best Places’ costof-living calculators. These sites will give you L>Ã V w > V > v À >Ì >vÌiÀ V «>À } your current location and your new location. Another resource is your moving counselor or new human resource department. I also advise to seek out employees that may have moved in a similar situation, as they can share their experiences. For more information about Relocation Services, contact Robin Morris, Director of Relocation Services; Phyllis Browning Company; 830-331-8450.
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