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Moving from one city to another, especially for future growth, can be an exciting and challenging experience. If you’re relocating from Ahmedabad to Bangalore, you may face some challenges such as finding a new home, adapting to a new environment, and getting used to a different culture and lifestyle.
How did I found the house without paying single rupee in brokerage?
When I decided to move to Bangalore in the last week of April, 2022, I learned about NO-BROKER App from my friends who are already living in Bangalore. I quickly downloaded it and started searching the house near to my office location, which is HSR layout. It had wide range of listing of house/apartment available for rent.
Me and my wife started shortlisting the properties and also started calling the owners. We did not get the good response initially from few owners however, we found an owner who showed us the entire house on video call and also shared the latest pictures of the house. I transferred the token amount and booked the house within 2 days of the search.
Now it was time to book the Packers and Movers..!!
Since now we have the house in Bangalore, we knew where exactly we had to send all the House hold items, goods, Electronic appliances etc. The very next day after deciding the house, I started looking for good and trust worthy movers and packers.
I came across local players however ended up hiring “Agrawal Packers and Movers(APML)”. Though the quotation was the highest among all players, I liked their transparency and processes. I opted it to transport my car too, which was picked earlier than the House hold goods.
On 1st May,2022 they picked up my house hold items in Ahmedabad and promised a delivery on 4th May in Bangalore.
The Flight Tickets.
I had to reach Bangalore on 3rd to receive the goods on 4th May. So I booked the late evening flight from Ahmedabad to Bangalore in Indigo airlines. It was cheapest and the most convenient option I had. Since travelling by road(24 hours) or Train(36 hours) will cost me more time than the flight(3 hours).
I reached home by 11:45 PM on 3rd May. The owner was so helpful that he had done arrangements for sleeping. As I had requested him for the mattresses for myself and my parents too. Yes, my parents also accompanied me so that they can help me setup the new house. The funny part is, I have change 2 houses within a year now. (That story is for another blog).
Was it easy to decide to move to different city in India?
One of the main benefits of moving to Bangalore is the abundance of job opportunities in various fields, particularly in the technology industry. Bangalore is known as India’s Silicon Valley and is home to many multinational companies and startups, making it an attractive destination for professionals looking to advance their careers.
Another advantage of moving to Bangalore is the access to quality education and healthcare facilities. The city is home to some of the top universities and hospitals in the country, offering a wide range of courses and treatments.
However, the relocation process can also be challenging, when we also factor in the Budget to live in Tier 1 city, the neighbourhood, the schools for kids(if you have one), etc. Also if you have retired parents, then the decision becomes more difficult as you will have to also make sure that they will like the new place, new people etc. For me it was only me and my wife(having work from home job). Hence it did not really matter and in a hindsight it became very easy decision. In fact she is a big fan of South Indian Cinema and South Indian Food.
In conclusion, moving from Ahmedabad to Bangalore for future growth can be a wise decision, offering many benefits and opportunities. While we may feel overwhelmed, one step at a time with careful planning and a positive attitude, you can make the most of your move and enjoy a fulfilling and prosperous future in your new city.