Summary: Moving into a new house might sound easy, but as today’s guests Clark and Elizabeth will tell you—it’s not…especially when you break your leg and forget to have the gas and water utilities turned on! Please subscribe to this podcast in iTunes or in the Podcasts App on your phone. Never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting The Leigh Brown Experience. Time Stamped Show Notes: 00:41 – Introducing Clark and Elizabeth 01:10 – They started by purchasing one house 01:38 – Working with an attorney to ensure the deal goes smoothly 01:57 – Elizabeth catches some bad luck—breaks her leg 02:43 – At the emergency room, Clark offers to cancel his trip to Australia 03:20 – They decide Clark shouldn’t cancel, friends help Elizabeth with their move 04:22 – Clark and Elizabeth benefited from a very nice, helpful agent 04:35 – During the move, Elizabeth got the electricity, phone, and cable all set up 05:05 – But she completely forgot about the furnaces, gas, and water! 05:53 – Clark also forgot about everything 06:35 – As did the real estate agent 07:07 – The gas and water offices were closed Monday for holiday, so Elizabeth had to shower at a friend’s house 07:45 – Eventually, Elizabeth got everything in the house settled—including furniture—in spite of her leg 08:01 – When Clark got back from AU, he suggested moving the furniture—Elizabeth shut him down, HARD 08:26 – It was a first time learner’s experience 09:38 – Elizabeth formed a community to help her during the move 10:40 – “Realtors, remember to help your clients out” 10:53 – Are you a listener with a crazy story to share? Ping Leigh at www.crazyshitinrealestate.com 3 Key Points Always create a checklist when you’re moving. Always keep your friends and family close—you’ll need them when it’s time to move. The first time you move will be a big time learning experience—there will be problems. Keep a smile on your face. Credits Audio Production by Chris Mottram Show Notes provided by Mallard Creatives Cover Design by Two Minds Design Original Music by Rimsky Music