When relocating to sunny Malibu, California, it’s easy to get excited about the beaches and the Southern California lifestyle and forget about some important things that you should be considering when moving to a new city. As seasoned veterans of Malibu real estate, we have helped countless clients move, relocate, and purchase second homes in Malibu. Here are our tops tips for new Malibu buyers:

1. As with any new place that you are moving to permanently, take some time in the weeks and months leading up to the move to familiarize yourself with the location. Get to know the lifestyle, shopping centers, and general areas. A great way to do this is with a summer lease or a weekend stay at one of Malibu’s several resorts.
2. The Malibu real estate market is an intricate one, so consider contacting an expert well in advance of your relocation. A Malibu real estate agent will be able to show you the unique attributes of each neighborhood and use their connections to help you find the right property at the right price. Someone who is not familiar with an area should always incorporate the help of an expert when searching for real estate to avoid buyer’s remorse. Consider reaching out to our team; let our experience and reviews speak for themselves.
3. Consider proximity to markets, beaches, places of work, and schools. If you have or are planning to have children, be sure to ask your Malibu real estate agent about the local school system and proximity to schools. Children in Malibu typically attend schools in the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District.
4. Once you decide on a neighborhood, put together your “must-have” list including home styles, size, bed and bath count, and so forth. This will empower your real estate agent to find exactly what you are looking for.
5. Get your dream house! Your local agent will find you the right property at the right price, work with your time frames, and negotiate on your behalf.
6. Whether moving across the country or just across town, it’s best to use a moving company when relocating to Malibu. You have enough to occupy your mind during this process to waste any time worrying about navigating Pacific Coast Highway and the area’s canyon roads. Talk to your Malibu real estate agent about finding the best moving company to fit your needs and budget. Trust the professionals with moving and caring for your belongings and doing the heavy lifting associated with your big move. Our team always recommends Meathead Movers, which employs student college athletes throughout California.

Moving to Malibu is a dream for many people, but with the right representation, it can be a reality. In addition to being real estate advisors, we view our job as being tour guides to one of the most magnificent areas in the world. It is our honor to guide clients relocating to their Malibu homes.

Get in touch with our team for a no-obligation real estate consultation! 310.230.5771 / russellandtony@compass.com