Do Your Research
Georgia is the 24th largest state (land area) in the United States, the 8th most populous state (as of 2016) and the largest state east of the Mississippi River.
What factors should you be considering when relocating to Metro Atlanta?
- City or Suburbs?
- Proximity to work?
- School options for the kids?
- Are you responsible for finding a home for elderly relatives?
- What kind of community do you see yourself/your family living?
- What is your lifestyle? What are your interests?
- What is your purpose for the relocation?
- How can we best help you accomplish your goal?
*** Learn About Specific Counties Below ***
Cherokee County population (214,346)
Cobb County is Georgia's 3rd most populous county (pop 755,754)
Dekalb County is the 4th most populous county in Georgia (pop 691,893)
If you want to be in the heart of Atlanta - the southern portion of Fulton County is where you want to be! (pop 1,041,143)
Gwinnett County is located in the north central portion of the state (pop 920,260)
Forsyth County is located in the north central portion of the state (pop 175,511)
Paulding County is located in the northwestern portion of the state (pop 159,455)
Learn About the Crime Rate in the Above Areas
If you're relocating with kids, you'll want to research schools in your area;
Be sure you've filled out change of address paperwork!
You'll want to arrange for your utilities to be turned on at your new place & scheduled to disconnect at your old place!
Next, contact the DMV of the state you're leaving so you know if you need to return your license plates.
Then, contact the DMV closest to your county. You'll want to follow the steps below to avoid the added stress of running around!
Once You're Here...
You'll quickly learn when you're having a conversation, people will often times ask whether a location is "ITP" or "OTP" ...they are referring to Interstate 285 - "inside the perimeter" or "outside the permeter"...
We're sure you heard about 'Atlanta traffic' well before your move...it's a REAL thing, however there are a variety of transportation options!
Visit the BBB for Car Insurance Recommendations;
Get involved!
Once you start settling in, you'll be extremely happy with the variety of things to do in Metro Atlanta....
We are so excited for you to begin this new journey, if there is anything that our team can help you with to better prepare you for your move, please do not hesitate to reach out to us!
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