Quick answer (as of October 2026) A relocation Realtor helps you buy in a place you don't know yet, from wherever you live now. In Nashville and Middle Tennessee, I check the county, tax district and water provider on any address, record video walkthroughs you can rewatch on unlisted YouTube links, and interview Realtors for you in the area you're leaving.
Buying a house you've only seen online is how people end up on the wrong side of a county line. It's easy to do here. Spring Hill sits in two counties, and Franklin and Nashville each have two property tax rates depending on the address.
I've made this move myself. I sold real estate in San Diego before I moved to Middle Tennessee, and I live in Canterbury in Thompson's Station with my office at 231 Public Square in Franklin. I've been selling real estate since 2013 and investing since 2005, with more than 500 transactions and more than $500 million in career sales. Tell me where you're moving from and when. DM me, text or call 615-392-1186.
What does a relocation Realtor do?
A relocation Realtor runs your home search from wherever you live now. With me, it works in this order.
- We start with where you're moving from, when you need to be here, and what you want in the home.
- You send me any address, and I check the county, the tax district and the water provider.
- I record a video walkthrough of the house and send you an unlisted YouTube link.
- I write and negotiate your offer. I'm a Certified Negotiation Expert, and I've been on both sides of the table as an agent and an investor.
- If you're selling where you live now, I help you find the right Realtor there.
Can you buy a house in Middle Tennessee without seeing it?
Yes, you can buy a house in Middle Tennessee without seeing it in person, but plan for more checking. When you can't get here, I record a walkthrough and send you an unlisted YouTube link. You can rewatch it as many times as you want and show it to anyone else in the decision, which a video call won't give you.
Make one trip first if you can, and drive the commute at the hour you'd leave. My how far is Franklin from Nashville guide breaks that drive down by side of town.
Can you help with the home you're leaving?
Yes, I can help you find the right Realtor for the home you're leaving. I'm licensed in Tennessee, so a sale in another state needs an agent licensed there. If you don't have a Realtor in your area, I'll interview them for you, free. I can see their production, so I can check their actual sales track record and whether they're a good fit for you and your needs. The interviews are free to you. If you hire a Realtor I refer, I collect a referral fee from their brokerage.
"One call to Kimo was all it took! He researched realtors in the area, took his own time to make the calls and verify results and took account of our specific needs. I have never encountered a more pleasant real estate transaction. His referral was perfect. Our home sold in 10 days at full price without a hitch!"
Judysue F., selling in another state
How much does a relocation Realtor cost?
Agent pay is negotiable and not set by law, per the National Association of Realtors. You'll sign a written agreement that states it before you tour a home with me, in person or virtually. A seller can agree to cover it, but that isn't automatic.
Some of what I do costs you nothing up front: the address check, the Realtor interviews, my California Equity Calculator and my moving guide.
Where do you help people relocate to?
I work Franklin, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, College Grove and Nashville, across Williamson, Maury and Davidson counties.
- Franklin and my living in Franklin guide
- Thompson's Station and buying there from out of state
- Spring Hill and moving there for work
- College Grove
- Nashville and my moving to Nashville guide
Coming from California? Start with moving from California to Tennessee. My Nashville suburbs guide compares more towns.
What do out-of-town clients say?
These are my own clients, in their own words.
"When buying, we came in from out of town, and Kimo took us around and showed us the different areas making us a lot more comfortable."
Eric B.
"I was out of state to start the process of home buying and Kimo still regularly called to check in and answer any questions I had."
Joey P.
"Selling a house from out of state can be stressful. Kimo and his group have communicated with me throughout the process."
Patti M.
Frequently asked questions about relocating to Middle Tennessee
What does a relocation Realtor do?
A relocation Realtor runs your home search from wherever you live now. In Nashville and Middle Tennessee, that means I check the county, tax district and water provider on any address, record video walkthroughs you can rewatch on unlisted YouTube links, write and negotiate your offer, and help you line up the sale of the home you're leaving.
Can I buy a house in Middle Tennessee without seeing it in person?
Yes, but plan for more checking. I'll record a video walkthrough of the house and send you an unlisted YouTube link, so you can rewatch it as many times as you want, and I'll check the county, tax district and water provider on the address. Make one trip here first if you can, and drive the commute at the hour you'd leave.
How much does a relocation Realtor cost?
Agent pay is negotiable and not set by law, per the National Association of Realtors. You'll sign a written agreement that states it before you tour a home with me, in person or virtually. A seller can agree to cover it, but that isn't automatic.
Can you help me sell the home I'm leaving?
I'm licensed in Tennessee, so a sale in another state needs an agent licensed there. If you don't have a Realtor in your area, I'll interview them for you, free. I can see their production, so I can check their actual sales track record and whether they're a good fit for you and your needs. The interviews are free to you. If you hire a Realtor I refer, I collect a referral fee from their brokerage.
What areas do you cover for relocation buyers?
I work Franklin, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, College Grove and Nashville, across Williamson, Maury and Davidson counties.
Moving to Middle Tennessee?
Tell me where you're moving from and when, and send me any Tennessee address you're looking at. I'll check the county, the tax district and the water provider for you. DM me, text or call 615-392-1186.
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