Our Services
We provide personalised services powered by first hand experience in international and interstate moving.
Initial Consultation
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Client requirement assessment
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School search
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Overview, discussion & orientation
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Practical assistance
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Virtual Consultations
Home Search
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Home Buyer Advisory Service
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Rental short/long term
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Inspection of shortlisted ideal properties
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Liaise with real estate agents on your behalf
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Property condition report
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Private/Virtual Property Tour
Settling-in Services
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Banking assistance - accounts & credit cards
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Utility connections
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Drivers license application
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Mobile phone and internet connections
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Public Transport Overview
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Insurance information
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City orientation pack
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Purchasing/Leasing furniture/white goods
Departure Services
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Disconnect utilities
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Mail forwarding
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Assistance with selling excess belongings
Special Services
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City/Suburb Orientation
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Pet relocation within Australia
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Packing, Unpacking & Moving Services
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Transportation of Motor Vehicles within Australia
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Down-sizing
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(Expat) Partner assistance -
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Networking Events
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Job Search
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Car purchase /leasing options
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Nannies
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Housekeeping
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Personal Assistants/Organisers
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Clubs/Hobbies
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Ongoing support services
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Student services
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Home Renovation services
Our Services
Please refer to our pricing page for the set packages that we offer. All above services can be provided a' la carte or as add-ons to our offered packages.
How We Work For You
Relocate Adelaide helps executives, families, and individuals find rental properties, properties for sale and temporary accommodation here in Adelaide, Australia.
We are experienced local agents ready to assist you with your relocation to Adelaide. We provide hassle-free service with our wealth of knowledge of the city and its best suburbs. We work with you and your family to fulfil your specific relocating requirements to best meet your needs. Whether you’re moving to Melbourne for work, an extended holiday, or need temporary accommodation, we'd love to help you on your journey.
Specialising in home search, relocation, and settling-in services, we ensure that each step of the process is meticulously taken care of. We are experienced expats who have made numerous overseas and interstate moves over the last 20 years, so we know exactly what it takes to make your move to our beautiful city as smooth as possible.
The Relocate Adelaide team met whilst on the expat trail.
Each consultant paused their professional lives to become full-time parents and support their partner's career globally.
Their circumstances required them to adapt very quickly to new ways of life. From establishing their children in schools, setting up homes, taking on volunteer roles, and packing up and relocating to the next posting, they often did so on very little notice.
The Relocate team all have children established in Melbourne schools and universities, with team members located in Melbourne, Jakarta, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, and London.
They provide knowledge and experience when assisting other families moving to Adelaide. Annie and her team have their real estate licenses (REIV Certificate) and are experienced in finding your ideal property in Melbourne.
Relocate Melbourne looks forward to introducing you to the world's most liveable city and all its treasures.
About Us
Our Team
Annie Sandor
Founder/CEO
Located in Melbourne
Telephone
+61 438 093 660
Annie has moved extensively throughout her life, moving interstate Working at Jupiter’s Casino in Queensland – as their VIP Client Services Manager for 10 years. Then moved overseas with her husband and son living in various countries throughout Asia for 15 years assisting corporate executive families to settle into the various countries we lived in, providing orientation and networking to help them adapt to their new expatriate life. Employed at Your Property Manager - Real Estate and Property Management Agency– Client Liaison/Assistant to Owner, I am a current holder of a Victorian Real Estate Licence, conducting property inspections, secure properties on behalf of expat and local clientele off market properties, arranging trades to attend to properties, arranging lease documentation. Over the past 7 years I have owned and operated Relocate Melbourne where I have successfully placed many corporate and government executives throughout Melbourne, Regional Victoria, Sydney, Brisbane, Gold Coast, Darwin and Adelaide into family homes, townhouses and apartments. Over the years I have developed a strong network in the above regions with many Real Estate Agencies, homeowners, and property executives. Annie loves the challenge to help families find their dream home, the right schools for their children and connect them with likeminded people once they arrive in Australia. We also arrange for family get togethers, spousal assistance with job search or activity groups to join.
Ineke Hodder
Relocation Consultant
Located in Melbourne
Telephone
+61 493 294 120
Ineke is a seasoned mover, having moved to Sydney, Brisbane, Noosa and recently to Melbourne, in addition she has lived and worked overseas with her family for many years and during this time has moved several times. She has a good understanding of what is involved in the move process, including school and childcare searches. She knows firsthand what a difference a good start in a new location means for all the family. During the years where she was moving with the company her husband was employed with and chasing after her young family, she has worked as an Executive Director for AusCham in Vietnam, a workplace and facilities management consultant for a leading architect firm in Vietnam and as a Special Projects and Community Outreach manager for a leading international school also in Vietnam. She successfully completed the REIV Agent Representative course at the end of 2021 and has been working with Annie at Relocate Melbourne since then. She loves supporting people moving to Melbourne and regional Victoria and making them feel at home.
Contact Us
OUR ADDRESS
Mail: PO Box 4217 Black Rock VIC 3193
Email: annie@relocatemelbourne.com
Tel: Annie +61438093660
For any general inquiries, please fill in the following contact form:
Testimonials
I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude for the outstanding service provided by Annie and Ineke during my relocation. You both went above and beyond in helping me secure a flat and ensuring that every detail was taken care of, from assisting with the order and delivery of white goods to making the entire process seamless. Your meticulous attention to detail and genuine care made all the difference. There wasn’t a single aspect of the transition you hadn’t thought about, and your support truly made settling in stress-free and smooth. I am incredibly grateful for your dedication and professionalism and couldn’t recommend your services highly enough. Thank you once again for everything!
Afira
From day 1, Annie and Ineke and the Relocate Melbourne team were consummate professionals! They tailored their apartment search for our needs, organized video inspections of the property and worked with the local real estate agents in order to secure the property we were after in Melbourne. Given how competitive the rental market is, their existing relationships with rental agents were crucial in securing our rental. They helped co-ordinate rental furniture prior to our arrival too which made our home feel like a home from day 1!
Moving from Netherlands to Australia with a young family was busy, but the Relocate Melbourne team made the process as smooth and seamless as possible. Worth every penny!
Thank you again Annie and Ineke!
Diarmuid
Annie was so fantastic in helping us find our new home in Melbourne. She takes so much of the legwork out of finding potential properties and is extremely well connected to additional services (removalists/trades etc). Nothing is too much trouble and she has a genuine passion for what she does. I highly recommend her services!
Claire
Annie and her team made our big, interstate move such a supportive and informed experience. They went above and beyond with excellent communication and the personal connection was very much appreciated. Excellent service from beautiful people! Would highly recommend.
Yvette
We cannot recommend Relocate-Melbourne enough! Annie and Ineke have been absolutely amazing in taking care of everything for our move from the Gold Coast to Melbourne. It has taken a lot of stress and time off our hands and they have been super helpful with getting everything ready. They really do go the extra mile!
Christy
Annie and Ineke have been fantastic in assisting in my relocation. I had quite a few demands which they made every effort to accommodate. Even once I landed in country they provided alot of information to ease me into Melbourne, they assisted in looking for more permanent housing, negotiated some good rates on rentals, furniture and appliances. There were no questions I couldn't ask and they were very willing to try make my transition as smooth as possible. Great ladies and I would most certainly use their services again.
Patrick
We couldn't be happier with the service we received from Annie and Ineke! From start to finish, the team was professional, efficient, and incredibly helpful. They made what could have been a stressful experience completely seamless. Their attention to detail and commitment to our satisfaction was evident every step of the way. They took the time to understand our needs and went above and beyond to ensure everything was taken care of. We were especially impressed with their prompt communication and their willingness to accommodate our schedule. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable and trustworthy relocation agent. Thank you so much again Anne and Ineke!
Katherine
I highly recommend Relocate Melbourne for anyone who wants to relocate to Australia. I moved from Germany to Australia and the move went like a breeze. I am so glad that I met Annie in this manner who is the highest standard relocation agent you can ever meet. Living in Germany for several years, I have quiet high expectations when it comes to quality, reliability and standards and confirm that Annie is amazing in all aspects. She is the most honest and kind soul and has lightened up the room wherever she goes. Annie is very well networked and got us an amazing house before it hit the market for rentals, so we were lucky to quickly and in a timely manner agree on a house in our preferred locality. I highly recommend the highest package that they have to offer, which includes searching for a house, a car, sorting out insurances and banks, school registrations, furnishing the house, pick up from airport and initial grocery shopping. I have also mention that relocate Melbourne made all this happen despite the time difference between the countries. I would like to use this as a platform to thank Annie and the relocate Melbourne for all the services they offered me. All the best to them and will always opt them for any future services I need.
Lohita
Annie & Ineke worked magic in finding us our dream family home in a beautiful area. They really listened to our thoughts and feedback and seamlessly secured us a rental prior to our arrival with our young family. We couldn’t have done it without them! The process was stress free from start to finish. Thank you so much Relocate Melbourne team!
Jessica
I cannot recommend Relocate Melbourne enough! Annie and Ineke made the transition from Perth to Melbourne seamless and stress-free. They were very communicative, honest and friendly. Both were also very understanding of our rental requirements, and were able to secure us an off-market house in a great area, within our budget. Thank you so much Annie and Ineke for all your help!
Bek
In August 2023, we learned that we had the potential opportunity to move to Melbourne for my husband’s work. We flew over for 6 weeks with our two children (3 and 6 at the time) with no idea of how anything worked! I had been to Melbourne previously, 10 years ago, but with the prospect of moving, we were completely at a loss.
Enter Annie, whom I found while searching for reputable relocation companies based in Melbourne. We met up, and I instantly felt at ease; she was fantastic with the girls and went out of her way to drive us around and show us great spots in different areas.
When we found out we were officially moving in January 2024, I immediately got in touch with Annie. She gathered all the necessary information and had a team ready to ensure everything lined up perfectly. Annie and Ineke were second to none. From start to finish, nothing was too small or too big.
They had so much knowledge about houses, locations, the best fit, schools—the list was endless.
We couldn’t have moved into our place, all furnished, with gifts for the girls, food, and lists of everything we needed to do and eateries without them. Relocate Melbourne made our house a home before we even arrived.
Hands down, we would recommend Annie and her team for any relocation. The personalised efforts they put in place are priceless.
Thank you both again. You were just wonderful!
Cassandra
I recently relocated to Melbourne and had the pleasure of working with Anne Sandor and Ineke Hodder. Their exceptional service and dedication made my move to the beautiful Bayside area incredibly smooth. They were attentive to my needs, provided invaluable local insights, and ensured every detail was taken care of. I highly recommend their services to anyone looking to make a move.
Felix
My colleagues and I recently relocated from overseas, and everything was completely new and uncertain for us in the new country. Living in a spacious house in the bayside area has always been a fantasy of ours, but we anticipated a challenging adjustment period in the first few months after our arrival. However, Relocate Melbourne truly stood out in helping us through this transition. Annie & Ineke were incredibly helpful and made the entire process easy for us.
They were so kind and warm-hearted and took charge of contacting all the relevant agents and ensured that everything was well-organized for us. We didn't have to worry about anything. During the relocation, they even drove us around to see the beautiful neighbourhood and helped us find our dream rental house in the Bayside area. Even after securing the perfect house, they continued to assist us by finding clubs and activities that matched our interests, making our integration into the community seamless and painless.
Their professionalism, combined with their kindness, made our settlement incredibly smooth. I would highly recommend their services to my friends and family. Thank you for everything!
Matt
After 22 years living in Canada, the UK, Hong Kong and Singapore my wife and I made the decision to return home to Australia. We found Relocate Melbourne on an expat website with excellent references so got in touch...and we are so glad we did! Annie and Inneke looked after us from the first contact, taking care of the big stuff and the smallest detail. With their network of relationships with realtors they helped us find and secure a lovely rental property in a very tight market and as a result we now live a relaxing 10min walk from our son's school and have settled happily back in to life in Melbourne. Highly recommend!!
Cam & Kirstin
We, a family with two little children (3 yo; 5 yo), moved to Australia from the Netherlands in June. However, we had one big fear for the move: what about housing? During the online meet and greet with Ineke and Annie we knew: this is what we need to make our move as smooth as possible for ourselves and our children. The service was fantastic: they arranged viewings for houses, installed furniture and arranged the first shopping needed to survive after a 24-hours flight. We are really glad and grateful that we used their service. We settled in very well. Many thanks to Relocate Melbourne.
Wouter & Nicolette
Cannot recommend these guys enough. Honestly. Moving to a new country is terrifying but Annie and Ineke made it all so seamless. Watching friends move over and seeing how much they’ve spent on transport/airbnbs whilst finding a place/taking time off work to view homes… Relocate Melbourne paid itself off so fast.
Annie checked in on me throughout, really listened to all the things my place required, helped me fill out confusing forms and helped me settle in once I got here. She helped me sort out anything I might need in the new place and even came over to make sure everything was all in order once I was comfortably moved in (with some sweet treats too!). I’d even recommend these guys if you’re a local here to be honest. They really get a foot in that I’m not sure I would’ve got myself if I’d dealt with rental agents myself. I couldn’t be happier with my new home, and I couldn’t be happier with the amazing service Annie and Ineke gave me throughout. Thank you guys so so much. I’ve already recommended you to so many people already! Any NZers moving here, don’t question it, it’s so worth it!
Hannah
If I could give more than 5 stars I would. Relocate Melbourne has been phenomenal. We move from South Africa to Australia and the team has been nothing short of superb.
They helped us find a rental, buy appliances and everything else we needed. They went above and beyond and we are incredibly grateful.
I would highly recommend them to anyone.
Philip
Annie and Heather at Relocate Gold Coast have just be amazing! From when we joined, we had a positive video call from the UK with Annie in Australia to discuss the needs of our move and what we wanted in a rental property. Annie gave clear guidance of what was required to put us in the best possible position to secure our new home. Annie and Heather worked tirelessly in securing our rental in a very tough rental market 3 weeks before we arrived. Heather also conducted the property condition report on our behalf as we were still in the UK, she was also present at the property to receive a delivery of white goods just in time for our arrival. We cannot thank you both enough for all your help in making a very stressful part of our move a lot easier. Thank you! and we can HIGHLY recommend Annie and her team at Relocate Melbourne.
Alison
We moved to Australia for the first time with two small children, and we couldn't have done it without Annie and Ineke's help. They helped us choose a suburb as well as a house before we had set foot in the country and both turned out to be a very good fit for us. They were also a huge help in organising furniture and white goods to be there in time for us to move in. They were warm and friendly throughout the whole process; we would absolutely use them again if we ever needed to.
Matt
Honestly one of the best relocation services i have ever used. Annie and Ineke went way above and beyond my expectations. From start to finish they helped with every aspect of my move, from showing me around the local areas, finding me a property, and taking me shopping to get all my furniture and household items. If you want someone to help take the stress away from relocating to Melbourne i would highly reccommend you chose Annie and Inkeke as their service is second to none.
Thanks again
James
I was talking with my wife last night and realized our recent international relocation to Melbourne marks the 23rd time that I’ve moved house in 50 years. With the professional services provided by Annie and Ineke at Relocate Melbourne, I can truly say this has been the most amazing relocation experience of my life. We recently moved from Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea to Melbourne. Within days of securing our work visas, Annie had us sorted with a house and school that met all our criteria. Relocating with a young family of five is no small task, but RM made it feel fun and effortless. Professional, personal, efficient, dedicated and caring. I strongly recommend RM to anyone considering a move to Melbourne. Easily the best decision I made for our family with this relocation.
Andy
My experience with Relocate-Melbourne has been phenomenal. Moving from one country to another is tough and you obviously feel lost as you can't relate to things, but Ineke / Annie made the entire transition as smooth as possible. They have been patient, kind and considerate and they do understand how overwhelming the shift can be. They have guided / helped me through the different steps right from setting up a bank account to finding a perfect home, making sure I have well settled in and aware of all the necessities in and around the neighborhood. They do go above and beyond to make you feel at home. Highly recommended! :)
Rohila
Annie and Ineke where absolutely superb in supporting us in securing a rental in Melbourne. We were situated overseas and no time was too early or late. They answered every question/call, ensured to suit our awkward timezone and went above and beyond what we expected of them. Best money we have spent and would use again in heartbeat if ever needed.
Kim
I cannot thank Annie and Ineke enough. They helped us secure a wonderful, and brand new rental townhouse when we relocated to Melbourne from Singapore. They put us in the wonderful city of bayside where beach is just 10mins drive away. Ineke drove us around and toured us in the area. Ineke have been with us in every viewing, helped us in negotiating and even helped us to shop for furnitures and appliances. Annie have been busy working in the background looking for agents and rentals that would match our criteria. Annie has been very responsive since day 1 and answered all my inquiries\questions, when others already gave up on answering me in just my first email. They both welcome us during our move-in day, gifted us a wine and even brought with them the appliances we’ve ordered. What else could we ask for! We are so thankful that we found them. We wouldn’t be able to settle quickly in our new city if not for them. They made finding a place, a breeze especially in this moment where rental market is in high demand. Highly recommended and totally worth it! Annie and Ineke, you both know we will always be grateful for both of you!
Tanya
We found relocate Melbourne through a Facebook site and were so thankful we had the opportunity to work with Annie and Ineke. To say they were instrumental in our move from Texas USA to Melbourne would be an understatement. They were absolutely the perfect company and ladies to trust with our family and journey. They found us the perfect home, school, and daycares for our children. They visited them personnally and provided us facetime tours of all. They assisted in setting up utilities / cell phones / transportation and arranged for our rental furniture and white goods to be delivered prior to our arrival. They completed our inspection on our behalf. They welcomed us into our new home with a refrigerator full of groceries showing their dedication to details. They continued to provide consistent support to help us find a vehicle, get driver's license, find a nanny and many little things. They exceeded any relocation company we have worked with, and we time and time again recommend them. You won't regret the decision to move with Ineke and Annie. These ladies made an international move with three kids under the age of 7 simple and stressless. We are forever thankful for them.
Rykki
Annie and Ineke were exceptional. We were relocating from overseas- with little knowledge of Melbourne. From the first meeting it was obvious Annie and Ineke really cared about finding the right property for us. They helped us to find a beautiful home, find a nursery for our son, and navigate many other aspects of our move. Nothing was too much trouble- they even helped us as our boxes unexpectedly arrived before us. We would recommend their services without reservation!
Zoe and Chris
We had a short timeline to move cities and find a home in Melbourne. I reached out to 5 different relocation companies at the same time, and Annie was the only one who responded right away, answering all my questions in the initial email. She and Ineke were consistently patient, responsive and professional; it was clear that they cared about getting us a good home just as much as we did.We landed on a wonderful off-market home after a short search. Annie helped us get settled and has continued to check on us after our move, offering helpful tips about our neighborhood.We’ve used professional relocation services four times now across three different countries, and this has been our best experience. Just knowing we have someone we could turn to for help has helped us feel more at home in a new city.
Sarah
Annie and Ineke were a terrific help for my family moving to Melbourne from interstate in a very short timeframe of only 3 weeks. The help and advice provided by Annie and Ineke without a doubt made our move that much easier. They are both lovely, helpful, very knowledgeable of the area, and made our move much less stressful. Annie and Ineke took on a lot of the Melbourne rental property requirements on our behalf which allowed us to focus on other things and alleviate some pressure. My husband and I highly recommend Relocate Melbourne and are so pleased we crossed paths!!
Tanya
The team at Relocate Melbourne are fantastic, they all went above and beyond to find us a property to rent in a very difficult market. Our situation made things difficult for them but, they never gave up where others surely would have. The ongoing support has been great and the welcome pack was a very nice surprise.Thank You Annie, Nicole, Aneke and the whole team at Relocate-Melbourne
Guido and Anna
Annie was an absolute pleasure to deal with. She is very passionate about what she does with a seamless stress-free process. Kind, polite, happy and positive are a few words to describe Annie. I would recommended her services to anyone as she goes above and beyond to look after her clients.
Warlimont & Nutt Real Estate
Already the second time we moved house with Annie’s support. Top service, very customer-centric, Annie has an answer for everything and supported our move perfectly in every way. Very knowledgeable in the Bay Area, great network amongst all agents which supports her finding houses that fit the requirements. We can recommend Annie 100%!
Wolfgang
Annie assisted us in purchasing our family home. It was such an easy process with her by our side. Excellent communicator, so warm and friendly and got us an amazing deal. We have referred whoever we can as we truly believe that what Annie offers is the best service and incredible results.
Katja
After moving to regional Victoria from Melbourne I cannot recommend highly enough the services of Annie and relocate- Melbourne. Annie was incredibly professional and diligent in finding us a fantastic home for our young family. Annies attention to detail made the move so seamless she offers such a wealth of knowledge in all areas of setting you up in your new location and no task is too big for Annie. She is such a joy to work with- so much so it was sad to say goodbye!
Hannah
Annie was absolutely fantastic in her service assisting us. My wife and I relocated to the ACT in January and it was in a bit of a rush and a time crunch. Finding rental properties in Canberra is a challenge and Annie swung into the action immediately after my first initial contact.With Annie's help, we were able to secure the property we wanted, she advocated hard on our behalf to secure the property which we did and we are settled in to our new lives in Canberra and living the dream, thanks in a large part to Annie's assistance.I would not hesitate to recommend Relocate-Melbourne and Annie to help you with any move you may consider making. It's a stressful time when you are moving, especially a long way from home and Annie makes it that little easier by removing some of the burden from you. Huge thanks Relocate-Melbourne and Annie!
Nicholas
We engaged Relocate Melbourne when we decided to return to Australia after more than 20 years absence. We were extremely impressed with Annie who was assisting us. Annie is not only exceptionally pleasant to work with, we found her to on the ball with market availability being well connected to the estate agents in the area we wanted to buy in and thorough in her due diligence on property selection and easy and quick to communicate with during what turned out to be a longer process than we imagined. This was all occurring during the lockdowns which made it very difficult to find suitable property and any arrange any sort of viewings. Due to Annies persistence we were able to secure at auction the right type of property at a reasonable price in todays crazy market. Although we only used the house search component Annie was able to quickly arrange pest and building inspections and was willing to visit council to check on possible future renovations. We learnt just how well connected she is when discussing renovations and finding her network of quality tradesman covers all renovation needs. We jokingly called them the 1 stop shop, which being overseas at time of purchase was what we needed and we feel fairly represents what we saw as the range of services for potential people looking to relocate. We cannot recommend Annie and Relocate Melbourne highly enough and thank them for helping us find our lovely place back in Black Rock Melbourne.
Warren
Annie went above and beyond to oversee what would have been an incredibly stressful move to ensure that in the end, it was one of the easiest moves we've ever experienced. Annie's contacts and insights were able to secure a rental property that we would certainly not have been able to achieve ourselves and having someone on the ground whilst trying to arrange things from overseas was a complete lifesaver. Annie's constant up-beat attitude and determination to make our transitions as smooth as possible was the best way to start our new life down under and we cannot thank her enough.
Harry
We are thoroughly satisfied with the service received from Annie and the team at Relocate Melbourne. I would not hesitate to work with them again in the future and would recommend them to family and friends. Annie found my husband and I the perfect home for our growing family. Despite the global pandemic Annie made the whole process simple and stress-free - nothing was ever too much trouble. Moving can often be a time of stress, but every step of the way Relocate Melbourne provided excellent clear and timely communications and really showed they were there to support us. As an aside, Annie’s personality and fun-nature really put our mind at ease despite having to make high stake decisions.
Luke and Kelly
Annie truly went above and beyond for my partner Jay and I to find us our dream rental in Bayside. She is so passionate in real estate and her first priority is making her clients happy. Annie was so helpful - We didn’t have to stress about anything and Annie got everything organised so quickly. She made moving houses an absolute breeze! I can’t recommend Annie and her business enough. Her expertise and professionalism is amazing. Thank you for everything you did for us Annie!
Courtney
We’d live abroad for many years and were looking to get into a small pocket of Melbourne. For an extended period, there was nothing suitable advertised. We were at an open for inspection and the agent recommended that we give Annie a call. The agent explained that Annie had also lived abroad, and now provided services in Melbourne to assist the integration of Australians moving home, or with ex-pats moving to Australia. My wife had a chat with Annie and shortly after said to me, “we need to do this, Annie gets us”. I also spoke with Annie and the rest is history. Annie was able to relate to our experiences, understood our needs and through her network of agents, was able to have properties shown to us that were not being advertised. Beyond her friendliness, Annie did the heavy lifting, remained objective, was encouraging, and has been extremely resourceful beyond helping us find a house and getting it set up. We highly recommend Annie.
Rodney and Diana
Annie has been such a pleasure to work with, she is the most attentive caring person and you feel there is nothing she wouldn't do to find what's right for you. She listens attentively and you feel she has your best interests at heart. You really feel she understands what you are really looking for. Annie has the most amazing local network enabling her to find properties long before they are advertised. She has the most incredible local knowledge from everything from surveying to help with moving to the best tradespeople. Annie has an amazing insight into the property market, we were so lucky to have her help us. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Annie and would be happy to confirm this personally too.
Cathy
I recently used Annie from Relocate Melbourne to help sell my 2-bedroom apartment in Cheltenham. She styled my apartment and had it looking so good. From the very first open for inspection there were already so many interested parties. I was amazed and my property was sold the very next day. The sale all went through so easy. I also used Relocate Melbourne (more specifically, their relocation specialist and property search again with Annie) to help me source and negotiate my new unit in Mentone which I managed to purchase at a very good price. Overall, my experience with Relocate Melbourne was incredibly positive and I would highly recommend their services to anyone looking for an easier way to buy or sell a property and a more streamlined way to relocate to Melbourne.
Trevor
I highly recommend the fantastic team at Relocate Melbourne if you are looking to purchase a home in Melbourne. Annie Sandor is terrific; her positivity and knowledge of the real estate market made finding the perfect home easy. Annie thinks of everything, connecting me with movers, building inspectors, conveyancers, tradespeople and smoothed every wrinkle in the process of purchasing our family home. As an expat I have moved many times, I won't ever do it again without Annie and her team.
Ingrid
Annie and her ladies were fabulous! They were very easy to liaise with and made what would usually be a stressful process, seamless. I would highly recommend Relocate Melbourne.
Jade
We are a German family moving to Melbourne in June 2019. In the last four years, we've been living in Shanghai. At the beginning, we didn’t think we needed a relocation agent for our move to Melbourne. But after starting to look for houses and schools, we recognized how time-consuming this can be. We then decided to take on Relocate Melbourne’s services. And I really can say that it was a great decision to do so. Annie was such a big help in organizing and fixing appointments for schools, houses, etc. Annie is very fast and totally reliable. It almost felt like you have a local friend who is helping you sort out everything. We all really recommend Annie and Relocate Melbourne.
Daniel & Tina
Mark & I are settling into our new apartment very well. It took a little while since we kept leaving for long periods of time. Relocate Melbourne played an essential role in helping us find this furnished apartment in the exact suburb we wanted to live. They had to look at a number of places for us but their perseverance paid off and resulted in a very happy customer. Relocate Melbourne went above and beyond in helping Mark prepare for my arrival; getting all the odds and ends to make the apartment to feel like a home. They understand the expat life and use that knowledge to welcome people to their new home in Melbourne. They've taken a lot of time to answer our many questions and help us feel at home here. Working in relocation is absolutely their gift, they thought of things we needed or may have wanted even before we did. I recommend them to anyone that is looking for a place here - either to rent or buy.
Kathleen and Mark
Annie and the team managed our relocation from UK to Melbourne in Sep '21. In all honesty I couldn't imagine being in better hands, nothing was too much trouble. Having someone local when you are thousands of miles away is invaluable when it comes to finding a suitable property to rent. They have video calls with you and the family to understand what you really need as a family. The team are so well connected they really know what properties are coming up first. Plus, the little things make the difference; help with rental furniture, advice on local shops and restaurants, contact with local schools etc etc. If you are planning on relocating to Melbourne and need support, look no further!
Andrew
Our move to Melbourne was made easy by Annie Sandor and her team. We found this very lovely home in a quiet suburb in south-east Melbourne and Annie did an amazing job in helping us transition seamlessly and with so much ease. From the property inspection with Christine to all the paperwork requirements prior to moving in, Relocate Melbourne is, without a doubt, the best in the industry!
Toni and Ray
We had a wonderful experience and fully recommend Annie and Anja @ Relocate Brisbane. We were a family moving to Brisbane, Austraila from Switzerland and we needed help in navigating the rental market. Both Anja and Annie we amazing in their knowledge of the local market and were able to provide assistance on all topics ranging from securing inspection appointments, providing guidance on the application process and assessing market conditions. Getting a new home was pivotal for us and Relocate Brisbane not only helped with practical matters but took the edge of the emotional roller coaster, that one inevitably experiences! With their help, we have in less than a month, moved into our new home and our daughter is happily exploring all the playgrounds in the neighbourhood. Thank you Anja and Annie!!!
Jane
From day one, they have been extraordinary, taking the time to understand what we, as a family, were looking for and what our priorities were. They provided valuable and accurate recommendations tailored to our expectations and family needs. It wasn't just about finding a school, a house, or giving general advice. They made it their mission to understand our unique requirements and preferences to offer something that matched exactly what we were hoping for. They took the time to send us videos, photos, and every material possible to give us a sense of a city we had never been to. They went above every expectation we had and did a really great job!
Sandra
With just 9 days from visa notification to plane ticket, I couldn’t have done it without Ineke’s help. Not only did we find a great apartment from the other side of the globe but utilities, appliances, pre move-in deliveries were all a breeze. I found it a worthwhile expense as a trade off to staying in an air bnb upon arrival. It was great to land and head straight to my new home.
Mindy
Thank you a trillion times Annie and Ineke, you have made our relocation so much easier than we initially thought. I wish more and more people could understand your vision and get themselves settled in a new country with such ease.
We are extremely grateful and happy that we found you and you could find us a lovely place we are calling home in Melbourne.
I am sure we will return to you when we are ready to buy our first dream home here.
Aditi
We are so happy with Anja's help with our move from the Netherlands to Brisbane. She has helped us tremendously in finding a house and also in securing good childcare. She thought along with us about everything. As a family, it was a big step to emigrate to Australia, but with the help of Relocate Melbourne, it was a very smooth transition! Thank you all!
Madelon
Annie & Ineke were a dream, I was given less than a month to handle a move to Melbourne for a new job and they found me an amazing apartment that was in budget. The view out my window every night brings me joy, and I am only a 7 minute bike ride to work.
I highly recommend their services to anyone relocating.
Brad and Grace
Great experience. We have done several country moves so we can compare. Since they themselves have been ex-pats, they know what it is like when one moves country.
They try and understand your wants and needs, and try to map that to what is locally available. Has been a smooth experience and we are happy with what we got. Australia also a very challenging market with prices soaring and very limited furnished offerings - so particularly difficult.
They are also genuinely nice people, so a very pleasant interaction.
John and Andrea
Wow Annie is just an amazing woman went out of her way to make our move from Sydney to Melbourne look easy she works very hard and super friendly I would highly recommend this company thanx Annie amazing job.
Mark
Very professional services. Annie and her team assist us in a very effective way to find our home arriving in Australia. I strongly recommend.
Vincent
Moving to a new country is an exciting adventure, but it can also bring a fair amount of anxiety. Thankfully, I had the Relocate Melbourne team behind me to help. Your patience, warm-heartedness, and unwavering support made everything run smoothly, from day one of house-hunting to the final day I moved in.
My spouse and I are truly enjoying our new home, and we are grateful for the excellent recommendation from your team.
Thank you for all your assistance and support.
Ouyang
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Annie and Ineke for their fantastic support during our relocation to Melbourne. They provided us with invaluable advice and shared important leads and contacts, making our search for an apartment much easier. We had more day-to-day interactions with Ineke, who truly excelled in understanding our profile and offering useful tips to help us settle in quickly. She was particularly insightful in understanding some of our habits from back home and provided excellent guidance on how to adapt them to life in Melbourne. We highly recommend the services from Relocate Melbourne for anyone looking for assistance in transitioning to this vibrant city.
Marco and Neid
Ineke did give a huge help during the transition period, not only for kindly seeking an apartment for me, more importantly, she shared a lot of suggestions and encouraged me as a friend when I felt a bit upset in the first months in Melbourne. I really felt lucky to meet Ineke here.
Sherry
I have absolutely no hesitation in recommending the services of Relocate Melbourne.
Annie and Ineke are highly professional and responsive. They helped me to find a rental property in a tight market. They listened carefully to my brief and presented appropriate options.
Their fees are very reasonable for the service they offer and I appreciate their warmth and willingness to go the extra mile at every turn.
Jennifer
We used Relocate Brisbane to assist us finding a rental in Brisbane, as we moved from overseas with our dog. Things were a bit slow to start with but we didn't need to worry as Annie, Anja and the team quickly got the ball rolling and helped us secure a great rental. Everything was really easy, they advocated on our behalf and thoroughly inspected the property making sure it was all ready for us to move in straight away. Really recommend them to take the stress out of finding a place in a short period of time. Thanks again
Olivia
Annie and Ineke have made my move from London to Melbourne seamless and hassle-free! I availed their Standard package, and it was more than I expected. We started off with a virtual introduction (much like a friendly chat) and Annie made sure we were on the same page with my preferences on my home, neighbourhood, and lifestyle. The process was quite straightforward and quick after that. They immediately began searching and inspecting for properties with video recordings I could watch remotely. Even though the rental market is crazy at the moment, it definitely did not feel like it with their service. They also assisted in making sure I had all the necessary furnishings and wares I needed as I start my new life in Melbourne. They even pre-booked a premium taxi service to bring me from the airport to my new home (with a quick cafe stopover to try out Melbourne's fine coffee culture). I can go on and on talking about how excellent their service was. I cannot recommend them enough!
Kevin
We used Relocate Melbourne for our recent move from Sydney to Melbourne. Annie and Ineke supported us every step of the way from our initial phone call through to meeting us at our new home with everything unpacked and ready for us to settle in. They set up a day of school tours for us and drove us around our preferred area providing really useful insights to help us with our decision-making. They sourced us a great house to rent in our preferred area in a tight market and even helped us buy a car! As we got closer to the move, they worked with our removalists and unpacking service to ensure everything went smoothly and we could even enjoy a holiday en route between the two cities.
As I told all our friends, they were worth their weight in gold! Highly recommend their service.
Colette
Annie was a huge help in finding us our home before we made the move from NZ. We had a big list of things we wanted for our ideal home and Relocate Melbourne were able to fulfill the whole list. Thank you Relocate Melbourne!
Jessica-Rose
Love working alongside Annie and the team at Relocate Melbourne. They supply us with the best tenants possible and are always fun to have a chat with. Looking forward to working more with you ladies.
Ryhs
My experience with Relocate-Melbourne has been phenomenal. Moving from one country to another is tough and you obviously feel lost as you can't relate to things, but Ineke / Annie made the entire transition as smooth as possible. They have been patient, kind and considerate and they do understand how overwhelming the shift can be. They have guided / helped me through the different steps right from setting up a bank account to finding a perfect home, making sure I have well settled in and aware of all the necessities in and around the neighborhood. They do go above and beyond to make you feel at home.
Highly recommended! :)
Rohila
Hi Annie and Ineke. I cannot thank you enough. I was in talks with another relocation service that was truly disappointing, to say the least. Annie and Ineke took a lot of weight from us. Annie is a beautiful human being who is there to support us, understands our wish lists, communicates well, and has the patience and drive to help. I want to write a whole novel about our not-so-good journey, but I will not do it here. The focus is on this company, Annie and Ineke made it seamless for us, and I am thankful to have used their service. Their prices are reasonable for the work that they do. True professionals. They did the conditions report, which would have been a lot of work for us. They also were able to give us discounts on appliances, and they did the communications with the salespeople. Moreover, they were there when all the appliances and beds were set up. Furthermore, they had all the keys and information about the neighbourhood well laid out, which I did not expect.
On top of it all, they kept the communications open for us even after the relocation. What else can I ask for? If you want to make your relocation a breeze, I would not look elsewhere. I would recommend them to my family, friends and colleagues. Please continue your good work and thank you from our family to yours.
Kim
What a wonderful and efficient experience it was to relocate from Newcastle NSW to Melbourne with Relocate. Annie is a great communicator and listened to our preferences and requirements. We’re now happily living in Melbourne. Thanks Annie & Relocate.
Liz
We just wanted to let you know that we appreciate your kindness, support and help a lot in all the process before we move here and until we settled down. We are very happy with the home, the wonderful location and people around, Nati is very happy in the school, and we all are enjoying our new chapter with different activities. For us your service were exceptional in all senses and we will always be thankful for all you did for us. Thank a lot for this!
Maria, Luis and Nati
After living away from Australia for 19 years, we were feeling so daunted by the procedures and hoops we would need to go through in order to find a rental property in just the right area. Contacting Relocate-Melbourne was the best decision we could have made. Ineke and Annie have been incredibly helpful, positive, insightful, fun, supportive, creative and all round wonderful people during this whole process. They could see exactly what we were looking for in a home and in a school for our children. They went over-and -above by advising us on a great school which has turned out perfectly - such a weight off our minds. As we were still away, they liased with the real estate agent very professionally on our behalf and facilitated the delivery of our whitegoods before we arrived. We couldn't have expected a better experience. Thank you!!!
Kelli
Annie Sandor is worth her weight in gold. Trying to find a new home while juggling work and life with a young family is no small feat. Annie guided us through the whole process - short listing properties that met our needs, liaising with local agents, helping negotiate the price and contract of sale, connecting us with movers and recommending local furniture suppliers. She saved us money, time and our sanity and we are so happy we trusted her to help secure our beautiful new home. Thank you Annie!
Cassia
We enlisted the help of Annie & Ineke only 4 weeks out from our move date and they made the whole process so seamless. From our very first phone call Annie put my stressed mind at ease and assured me she would find us a place and have us settled in this time frame. Not only did Annie and Ineke deliver, they exceeded all our expectations.Their local knowledge, hard work and unwavering support saw our family move into a beautiful home in the perfect area for us.The small touches made their services priceless with helping to source new appliances and furnishings to helping complete entry reports and ensuring no stone unturned.Best money we have spent.
Gina
I’ve just moved to Melbourne with the assistance and guidance of Relocate Melbourne. Carolyn & Annie were gems to work with. There is no way I could have secured our apartment without their help. They knew of accommodation options before they were made public and acted quickly when the right place was found. They also had great tips on where and why to live in an area, and for someone new to Melbourne this was invaluable. I can highly recommend Relocate Melbourne to anyone moving here.
Zoe and Chris
We can recommend this service! We moved from Hong Kong to Melbourne at the end of July, and with Ineke‘s help we found a great home in a nice location for the first six months, which will give our family of 4 + dog time to settle. Thanks Ineke!
Maaike
My wife and I cannot say enough about Annie and the outstanding professional and very personal service that she and her team provided. Ours was a brief with quite specific requirements for medium term relocation in difficult circumstances, and Annie worked tirelessly, cheerfully and sensitively to deliver a perfect solution; indeed, so perfect that we are not a little sad to be leaving to return home. She was always supportive, quick to dismiss solutions that would not meet our exacting requirements (near enough was never to be good enough) and communicated frequently and in a manner that made us feel that we were her only focus. It was clear that Annie would not rest until she delivered - and she did indeed deliver.
David
My dealings with Annie at Relocate-Melbourne - leading up to, and during my full home renovation - were fantastic! She is on top of her game with suggestions as well as being able to see them through to completion. She has a dedicated and friendly team of tradespeople who all work together to get the job done. The whole renovation process was an absolute pleasure for me. Thank you Annie and "The Crew".
Rene
Relocate Melbourne moved us from Melbourne to DarwinLocated a new residence for us everything run like clockworkI strongly recommend their services5 Star recommendation easy
Glen
I could not recommend Annie and her team at Contact Relocate Melbourne more! They were so amazing in helping me relocate from Perth to Melbourne and I would not have been able to do it without them. They work magic! I definitely will be using them again in future.
Ava
For a relocation from Melbourne to Ballarat, Annie took charge of the move. From looking at rentals, negotiating with owners and real estate agents, she seamlessly found us our new home for the year!Annie organised all the paperwork, the removalists, the inspections so we cannot thank her enough for her enthusiastic, professional approach. She was an absolute delight to work with and we will certainly engage her services for our next move!
Shima
I recently moved to Melbourne from the UK. I decided to enlist the help of a relocation service due to the current rental situation in Australia. I reached out to relocate Melbourne due to their amazing website. I was the best decision I made. Anne and Ineke were amazing from start to finish, going above and beyond. Not only did they find me the perfect place to live but they supported me throughout the process, taking the stress out of what could have been a very stressful situation. They are passionate and care about what they do, and it made all the difference. They have continued to check in on how I am settling in even weeks after my move. If you are looking to relocate to Australia, I would recommend their services 100%.
Nicola
Annie and the team managed our relocation from UK to Melbourne in Sep '21. In all honesty I couldn't imagine being in better hands, nothing was too much trouble. Having someone local when you are thousands of miles away is invaluable when it comes to finding a suitable property to rent. They have video calls with you and the family to understand what you really need as a family. The team are so well connected they really know what properties are coming up first. Plus, the little things make the difference; help with rental furniture, advice on local shops and restaurants, contact with local schools etc etc. If you are planning on relocating to Melbourne and need support, look no further!
Andrew
We were delighted to have found Annie and the team from Relocate Melbourne. Not only did they find us our accommodation for our arrival in Melbourne from the UK but Annie went above and beyond to see to it that we settled in well to our new environment. Connecting us with the right people for the services we needed and even introducing us to other families with children similar ages to our own. The service was excellent and I can’t recommend them highly enough.
Adam
We worked exclusively with Annie during our move. It is hard to put into words the focus and support she brought during a challenging time. Annie knows her stuff and her attention to your needs is exemplary. Annie found us the right house - first time. Annie was able to source quality service providers - plumbing, cleaning, handypersons etc. Annie also ensured that our agents were doing their jobs well, and that we had the 'perfect landing'. Thank you Annie
Karen
We had a complicated brief, a house full of furniture to accommodate, a much loved dog and a tight turnaround. Admittedly we were only moving interstate from Melbourne to the Northern Rivers region of NSW, but still a move not for the faint hearted. Team Annie and Heather were incomparable, dedicated to the task and were not phased by the task we set. They remained in close contact during the entire process to ensure our smooth transition and were always so willing to help. Their support gave us great confidence in taking on the move and satisfaction we had made the right choice.
Peter and Aiden
We had the pleasure of working with Annie Sandor from Relocate-Melbourne during our move from the US to Melbourne. Our entire move was done over the internet due to quarantine and COVID restrictions. We have two high school-age girls, not an easy time to move, and finding the right school was our most important task. After discussions with Annie about our options and fit, she made an introduction to a great school, and happily this worked out for us. Once a school was found we worked on housing. We knew the area we wanted to live in but we were having a hard time finding a home. Annie was able to locate a rental before it hit the open market. We toured the house on line with her and with her assurances that it was a great house, we felt comfortable renting without seeing it in person. She was right, it was a great location with a perfect fit for our family. One big plus of Annie and her team is that no task is too small to her. From measuring rooms, to coordinating the purchase of white goods, accepting delivery of furniture and to providing recommendations for beds, she did it all. Our move was easy. We arrived in Melbourne, moved right into our home, groceries were in the refrigerator, and flowers and wine were on the counter. We would highly recommend Annie and her team to anyone making a move.
Kimberly and Brent
I recently moved from Melbourne to Western Australia. Overwhelmed with packing & running out of time, I was directed to the wonderful Annie & her staff at Relocate Melbourne. Right from the start I was out at ease with how straightforward and pleasant they were to deal with, not to mention, so organised.They quoted me a very fair price for the work they did and the day of packing itself was relief beyond words as I watched all the work I'd need to do disappear before my eyes. I couldn't have made this move without them. It's as simple as that - their hard work was worth every cent and unpacking will be easy as they labelled and itemised everything. Not only this but due to the looming Covid restrictions in Victoria, I had to leave early to ensure I could cross state borders. Relocate Melbourne came to the rescue AGAIN, taking care of supervising the packing truck, overseeing the final rental clean and returning my keys to the agent, allowing me the peace of mind of knowing I could go with all these matters safely in hand.They were in regular communication & kept me updated with every step of the way - nothing was too much work. Thank you so much Annie and staff, the stress you saved me just melted away and thanks to you taking care of the final stages, I was able to make it to WA prior to being locked out and therefore able to make it to an essential course. Worth their weight in gold and I'd recommend them to anyone for an utterly stress free move.
Rob
Annie and Heather from Relocate Melbourne provide an exceptionally professional service, making corporate relocation a seamless exercise. Their knowledge of various areas and the nuances of each suburb is amazing and via their network, they were able to secure me the perfect residence during a time when there was an extreme shortage of supply. Both genuinely cared that I had a positive outcome and were more than willing to go the extra mile. I would not hesitate to use Relocate Melbourne services again, or to recommend them to others.
Tarnia
Annie and the team at Relocate Melbourne are absolutely amazing. No task is too small or too big for this team. They were extremely efficient and everything was wrapped and packed immaculately. Annie’s constant communication and help made this the easiest move we’ve ever done, despite it being interstate and during a global pandemic. I highly highly recommend Relocate Melbourne and couldn’t be happier with their services.
Lara
My family and I were moving from Jakarta to Melbourne. We hired Relocate Melbourne to help us find a fully furnished apartment for a year-long lease. Armed with my list of needs and wants, Annie got to work and found us a gorgeous apartment in Albert Park. The place was ideal for my family and had everything we could possibly need to get settled into Melbourne life prior to us purchasing our permanent home. Annie was very personable and professional, I’d highly recommend her to my friends and family!
Viki
I needed a 5-bedroom home on the Bayside of Melbourne. After hearing a brief on all of my property wants and needs, Annie from Relocate Melbourne found the perfect home for my family. It had everything I wanted and needed like a study and a gym. Annie went above and beyond throughout the move; she even organised for tradesmen to come into the property to hang my pictures, install my TV, and put in a spa. It was only a local move and I didn’t need any of the other services that Relocate Melbourne provides such as school search, but if I did, I would be confident that my family and I would be in great hands. Highly recommend!
Vicki
We engaged Relocate Melbourne to assist my family set up in Melbourne on our return to Australia from Singapore. Not being from Melbourne, we were looking for insights on life in Melbourne and where to live as well as help arranging school and home inspections in a limited time frame. The team provided all of this in a professional and approachable manner which took a lot of stress out of moving, allowing us to hit the ground running.
Peter
Annie and Ineke were amazing and got us into our place with an incredibly quick turn around. Would happily refer them to friends and family.
Hannah
They managed to get a me new place in 24 hours.
Bryce
Annie, who co-ordinated my move, is a professional of the first degree. She was always on time, has a bubbly personality and does every task with expertise beyond expectations. I have no hesitation in recommending the services of Relocate Melbourne to anyone. You will be able to relax whilst the hard work is all co-ordinated for you. Somehow she just knew what was needed next. You will be totally satisfied with your relocation. Annie gives completely, to make your life comfortable and without stress......
When you meet her, you will be captivated by her charming, upbeat personality. I cannot recommend this company, other than with extreme high regard.