Professionals Real Estate 
Tips for securing a rental when moving interstate
Relocating to a new neighbourhood is daunting at the best of times, but if you’re planning to move across the country it can provide a whole new level of difficulty.
Moving interstate isn’t impossible though. It just takes a bit more time and consideration than if you were moving somewhere close by.
Research as much as you can
If you don’t know much about the area you tend to move to then make sure you take the time to research it as much as possible. Suss out what the different neighbourhoods are and the types of accommodation that will be available.
Depending on your circumstances you may also want to look into things such as local schools, access to public transport and other amenities.
Finding out everything you can about an area will help you hone in on a specific location so you can work out how much rental prices might be.
Plan a visit before moving
Nothing beats on the ground research. Try to organise at least one weekend where you can go to rental inspections and check out different neighbourhoods. It’s also a good idea to chat to agents while you’re there to get some local insights that might help you make your move a little easier.
If you can’t visit first…
Most rental agencies require that you physically inspect a rental property before making an application for the benefit of both parties – after all you can never really know what you’re going to get based just on the information you find online.
If visiting potential rental homes isn’t possible before moving then you have a couple of options that may work for you.
One option is enlisting the help of a trusted family member or friend who can view the property on your behalf. This option is risky though as you what you are told about the property may not match up to your expectations when you see it in real life.
Another option is to organise short-term accommodation for when you arrive to give yourself time to secure a rental.
This is the best solution for most people as it means they can get to know the area and take their time finding a property that’s right.
Once you view a property and apply it is often a very quick process so you might only need accommodation for a week or two while you work out where you will be able to rent long term.
