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Moving generates a short list of professionals you may never have engaged before. These guides explain what each one does, how they charge, and when it’s worth it — so you can judge for yourself.
Buyers agentWorks for the purchaser, not the seller. What they do, how they charge, when the fee makes sense.
Mortgage brokerHow brokers are paid, what they can and can’t do, and what to bring to a first appointment.
Building and pest inspectorsWhy an independent inspection isn’t optional in a coastal subtropical climate.
RenovationsLicensing, approvals and the realities of renovating an older coastal house.
Interior designWhat a designer contributes beyond decoration, and how engagements are structured.
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