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South Florida Relocation Guide

JENNIFER SUSANNE SOMMERS · RELOCATION

Your next chapter starts in South Florida.

The beach may have brought you here. Finding the right place to call home is where the real fun begins. Start with two guides, then let’s talk about the South Florida life you have in mind.

EXPLORE THE GUIDES MOVING FOR WORK MOVING TO SOUTH FLORIDA

A LITTLE LOCAL PERSPECTIVE

Make South Florida
feel like home.

The beach may be the easy part. Choosing where your everyday life fits takes a little more thought. Morning walks, dinner plans, your commute, room for a boat: those details help turn a beautiful address into the right home.

Start with the guides below, then bring me your questions. We can narrow the places and properties around the life you actually want to live.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR MOVE →
01

LOCAL PERSPECTIVE

Compare neighborhoods, property styles and the places you’ll visit every day.

02

SOUTH FLORIDA FOCUS

Explore coastal living, gated communities, condominiums and more.

03

THE FULL PICTURE

Keep ownership costs, association rules and property-specific details on your checklist.

04

YOUR KIND OF MOVE

A new job, a seasonal home or a fresh start. Begin with your timing and priorities.

CHOOSE YOUR PATH

Different reasons to move.
One place to start.

Moving for work or making a change on your own terms? Start with the path that sounds like you.

FOR WORK & EMPLOYER-ASSISTED MOVES

A new role.
A new address.

Your arrival date and work location are a good starting point. Let’s put the home search alongside the practical details of the move.

  • Discuss your timeline and housing priorities
  • Compare locations around your commute
  • Consider rental and purchase options
  • Identify property and association requirements
  • Clarify your employer’s relocation process

If your employer or relocation company is involved, confirm its benefits, requirements and approved providers before making arrangements.

DISCUSS YOUR WORK MOVE →

FOR INDIVIDUALS & HOUSEHOLDS

Your next chapter.
Your South Florida.

More sunshine, a different pace, or a place to escape winter. Let’s talk about what you want close to home and what you’re happy to drive for.

  • Explore the two relocation guides
  • Compare communities and home styles
  • Think through daily routes and routines
  • Review school-zone resources when relevant
  • Build a focused property shortlist

School assignments, beach access, dock rights and club memberships should be verified for each property. They are not automatic.

PLAN YOUR SOUTH FLORIDA MOVE →

TWO GUIDES. YOUR NEXT MOVE.

Explore South Florida. Get to know Boca.

THE REGIONAL VIEW

South Florida Relocation Guide

Open Live Florida: South Florida Edition 2, the regional publication shared by ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. Browse the existing digital book for a broader introduction to South Florida.

READ THE SOUTH FLORIDA BOOK

External publication by ONE Sotheby’s International Realty. Opens in a new tab.

JENNIFER’S LOCAL GUIDE

Boca Raton Relocation Guide

Boca on your shortlist? Take a closer look with my Boca Raton Relocation Guide. Explore the places, neighborhoods and lifestyle details that help you picture what living here could look like.

READ MY BOCA RATON GUIDE

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YOUR SOUTH FLORIDA REAL ESTATE RESOURCE

Jennifer Susanne Sommers

Global Real Estate Advisor · Sotheby’s International Realty

Local guidance for your home search, with the South Florida publication from ONE Sotheby’s International Realty and Jennifer’s Boca Raton guide in one place.

YOUR MOVING PLAN

From the first conversation
to your next front door.

01

START WITH YOU

Share your timing, budget and must-haves. Include the everyday details, not just the number of bedrooms.

02

GET TO KNOW THE AREA

Compare neighborhoods and visit your shortlist. Check real commutes and confirm school assignments directly with the district.

03

LOOK AT THE DETAILS

Review the property, inspection findings, ownership costs and association documents with the appropriate professionals before committing.

04

PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL

Keep closing dates, utilities, movers and building move-in rules on one checklist. A little preparation leaves more time to enjoy being here.

LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR MOVE

Where do you want to land?

Bring your questions, your wishlist and even your “I’m not sure yet.” Let’s start there.

Jennifer Susanne Sommers
Global Real Estate Advisor
Sotheby’s International Realty

561-888-3115
[email protected]

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