KELLY SAPSTEAD
REAL ESTATE BROKER with JOHN L SCOTT TACOMA NORTH | 512-422-5704 | kellysapstead@johnlscott.com
Tacoma Relocation Resources
This guide is packed with helpful insights on daily life, neighborhoods, local services, education, wellness, what locals truly love – and even includes moving tips and a handy relocation-ready checklist. Please fill out the form below to receive your free copy.
My Signature Method: The P.A.T.H. Home
Personalized Assistance for Tacoma Homebuyers
Your journey from out-of-town to feeling right at home in Tacoma.
P – Prepare Your Move
This is the mindset and logistics stage. Many clients aren’t 100% sure they’re ready — and that’s okay. I will help you:
Clarify your reasons for moving and what you want in this next chapter
Set realistic timelines and budgets
Answer big-picture questions about Tacoma and its surrounding areas
Help you understand the housing market here (no pressure, just facts)
Goal: Confidence and clarity about relocating — and a plan to make it happen.
A – Align Your Lifestyle
Your ideal home isn’t just about bedrooms and bathrooms, it’s about the lifestyle you want to live. Together, we’ll explore:
What daily life looks like for you
Commute needs, school preferences, walkability, and vibe
Local recommendations and neighborhood "feel" tours (virtually or in person)
A Neighborhood Discovery Quiz or Consultation Call to narrow down your best-fit areas
Goal: Find the neighborhoods that feel like home before you even arrive.
T – Tour & Target
Once we’ve aligned on your ideal neighborhood(s), we can focus on homes. I will:
Set you up with a customized home search
Preview homes for you if you’re not in town
Arrange virtual or in-person showings
Give honest, detailed insight into each home’s pros and cons — beyond the listing
Goal: Confidently identify the right home and make a strong, informed offer.
H – Home, at Last
This is the part where we turn keys and make Tacoma yours. I will:
Guide you through inspections, negotiations, and closing
Recommend trusted local service providers (movers, cleaners, contractors)
Share local guides and resources to get you settled
Be your on-the-ground ally even after you move in
Goal: Feel supported, settled, and excited about your new Tacoma life.