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The Agency Dallas · Relocation Division
Moving to Dallas-Fort Worth, handled.
One local team for the home you buy, the home you leave and everything in between.
The Relocation Division of The Agency Dallas helps families and employees moving to Dallas-Fort Worth and North Texas choose a neighborhood, buy or lease a home from out of state, sell the home they are leaving, and settle in on schedule. You get one point of contact from the first call to the day you get the keys, and a reply within one business day.
$1B+ closed since 2023 · About 68 agents · 5.0 on 133 Google reviews · Reply within one business day
/ Why it matters /
A move runs on a deadline.
A start date, a school year, a lease ending somewhere else. Dallas-Fort Worth is a big place, and the right neighborhood depends on where you work and where your children will go to school. We narrow it to the few areas that actually fit, then line up the lender, inspector and title company so the calendar holds.
/ 01 · What we handle /
Four parts of a move, one team.
01
Area orientation
A plain-language read on neighborhoods, school districts and commute corridors, matched to your office address. In person, or by video before you arrive.
02
Buying from out of state
Video tours, one focused trip to see a short list, and an agent who walks every property on your behalf. Lender, inspector and title lined up early.
03
Selling the home you leave
Introductions to agents in The Agency's network of offices, so both sides of the move are handled by people who already talk to each other.
04
Leasing while you look
Short-term and long-term rentals when buying right away is not the plan, so you can learn the area before you commit.
/ 02 · The numbers /
Why are so many people moving to Dallas-Fort Worth?
Jobs, headquarters moves and no state income tax. Here are the figures people ask us about most, with the source for each.
Regional population
8.95M
Residents in the 16-county North Central Texas region as of January 1, 2026.
NCTCOG · May 2026
Added in one year
203,786
New residents in the region during 2025, more than 550 a day.
NCTCOG · May 2026
Headquarters moves
11
Corporate headquarters relocated to DFW in 2025, the most of any US metro.
CBRE via Bisnow · April 2026
State income tax
0%
Texas has no state personal income tax. Property taxes do more of the work instead.
Texas Comptroller
Homestead exemption
$140K
Off your home's taxable value for school district taxes, plus $60,000 more at 65 or with a disability.
Texas Comptroller · 2026
To register a car
30 days
New residents have 30 days to register a vehicle and 90 days to get a Texas driver license.
Texas DMV
What it means: demand keeps arriving, so good homes in strong school districts still move quickly. Apply for your homestead exemption as soon as the home is your principal residence. Want the numbers for a specific neighborhood? Ask our Relocation Division.
/ 03 · Where to live /
Where do people relocating to Dallas usually live?
It follows the office and the school district. Here is how the areas we work most often line up with where people work.
If you work in | Many clients look at | Why |
|---|---|---|
Downtown, Uptown or the Medical District | Short drives, walkable dining and highly rated Highland Park ISD schools | |
Preston Center, North Dallas or Galleria | Preston Hollow, North Dallas | Larger lots, established trees and quick access to the Dallas North Tollway |
East Dallas or downtown, with a love of older homes | Character homes, White Rock Lake and a neighborhood feel close to downtown | |
Plano, Legacy West or Frisco | Newer homes, master-planned communities and fast-growing school districts | |
Westlake, Southlake or near DFW Airport | Corporate campuses nearby, Carroll ISD in Southlake and an easy run to the airport |
Every one of these areas has its own guide. Explore our neighborhood guides or read Relocating to Dallas-Fort Worth.
/ 04 · The process /
How does relocating with The Agency Dallas work?
Five steps, one point of contact, and a plan built around your start date.
1
The call
Tell us where you are moving from, where you will work, your timing, budget and school needs.
2
The short list
We narrow the metro to two or three areas and send homes, video tours and commute times.
3
The trip
One focused visit to see the best options in person, or we walk them for you by video.
4
The offer
Pricing, negotiation, inspection and financing, coordinated around the sale of your current home.
5
The keys
Closing, utilities, homestead exemption and the first-90-days checklist so you settle in fast.
/ 05 · Free guide /
Moving to Dallas-Fort Worth, on paper.
Our free relocation guide covers commute corridors, school districts, Texas property taxes and the homestead exemption, and a first-90-days checklist for new residents.
Bringing employees to North Texas? Our one-page HR partner kit explains how we support candidates and new hires. Download the HR partner kit (PDF).
/ 06 · For employers /
Bringing a team to North Texas?
We serve as the local real estate partner for HR and relocation teams: area tours for candidates, home finding and leasing for new hires, and one point of contact who reports back to you. It works alongside your relocation management company or on its own.
Candidate tours
A half day that shows a recruit how and where they would actually live
Home finding
Buying or leasing for new hires, on the timeline of their start date
Group moves
One coordinator for several families arriving in the same season
/ 07 · Clients /
What do clients who relocated say?
The Agency Dallas holds a 5.0 rating across 133 Google reviews. Read them all on Google.
"Kaleb made my New York to Texas dream a reality! He found us the perfect home and handled all the craziness of moving while I was out of state."
Octavio P. · Moved from New York
"Tiffany assisted in securing a gorgeous rental for us when relocating from another state. The distance was difficult, but she made herself available to FaceTime the homes on our list!"
JJ J. · Leased while relocating
"Brenda Sukenik has been a God send to me since I moved to Dallas! Her research into homes and neighborhoods, as well as my own preferences, helped me find the perfect house for my family."
Beth K. · Bought after moving to Dallas
"Highly recommend for anyone moving from out of town or looking for something special!"
Rachel A. · On Jordan Lall
"Moved out of state from Lancaster, TX and had very little time to get the house prepped and on the market."
Sara Y. · Sold with Christine Steele and Zach Bell
/ 08 · Questions /
Frequently asked questions
Updated October 2026
What does the Relocation Division of The Agency Dallas do?
It helps people moving to Dallas-Fort Worth and North Texas with the real estate side of a move: choosing a neighborhood, buying or leasing a home from out of state, and selling the home they are leaving through The Agency's network of offices. It also works with employers and HR teams relocating staff.
What is the best neighborhood in Dallas for a family relocating?
It depends on where you work and which school district you want. Families working downtown often look at Highland Park and University Park; those working in Plano or Frisco often look at Frisco and Prosper; those near Westlake or DFW Airport look at Southlake. We match the commute and schools first, then the house.
Can I buy a home in Dallas without seeing it in person?
Yes. Many relocating buyers tour by live video, and our agent walks each property for you, attends the inspection and coordinates closing. Most clients still make one short trip to see a final list, but it is not required.
How much is the homestead exemption in Texas?
For school district taxes, the residence homestead exemption is $140,000 off your home's taxable value, with an additional $60,000 for homeowners 65 or older or with a disability. Apply with your county appraisal district once the home is your principal residence.
Does Texas have a state income tax?
No. Texas has no state personal income tax. Local property taxes fund schools and services instead, so a property tax estimate should be part of your budget for any home you consider.
How long do I have to register my car after moving to Texas?
New residents have 30 days to register a vehicle with the county tax assessor-collector, after any required inspection, and 90 days to get a Texas driver license from the Department of Public Safety.
Can you help me sell my home in another state?
Yes. We introduce you to an agent in The Agency's network of offices or a trusted local agent where you live now, and coordinate both closings so the timing of your sale and purchase lines up.
Should I rent first or buy right away?
If your timeline is short or you do not know the area, leasing for six to twelve months can be the smarter first step. We help with both, and many clients lease through us first and buy with us later.
Do you work with companies relocating employees?
Yes. We provide candidate area tours, home finding and leasing for new hires, and a single point of contact for HR or a relocation management company. Our HR partner kit has the details.
How quickly will someone respond?
Within one business day. Use the form below or call (469) 839-6020, and our Relocation Division will take it from there.
Sources: North Central Texas Council of Governments, population estimates, May 2026 · Bisnow, citing CBRE, headquarters relocations, April 2026 · Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Property Tax Exemptions · Texas Department of Motor Vehicles, New to Texas. Figures verified October 2026.
New city. Familiar footing.
The Agency Dallas is the independently owned, family-operated Dallas office of The Agency, at 8111 Preston Road, Suite 725. Our roughly 68 agents have closed more than $1 billion since January 2023, and The Agency's global network means the office on the other end of your move is a phone call away.
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