Choosing a Neighborhood
Choosing a neighborhood to live in is different for everybody depending on what their needs and wants are. For couples with kids, schools are a priority. Others want to be close to shopping and public transportation. Still others seek amenities, such as swimming pools and parks.
The neighborhood you choose will impact on your day-to-day life, so think carefully before you choose. Here are some tips to consider when you're considering a move.
School Districts: If you have children, it's important to research what local school district you wish your children to attend. Make a personal visit and talk to school officials.
Noise Factor: Visit your potential neighborhood during different times of the day and varied days of the week. Also check for train tracks, subways, roads, and airports!
Distance to shopping and entertainment: Do you want a short drive or be able to walk to restaurants, grocery stores, doctors' offices, parks, churches and other recreational activities?
Safety: Check with local law enforcement about the crime rate for the area that interests you. Some have higher levels of thefts and violent crimes than others.
Resale: Check on the resale potential of a home that you may not be planning to stay in indefinitely. Will you be able to easily sell a home in this neighborhood in 10, 15, or 20 years?
The neighborhood you choose will impact on your day-to-day life, so think carefully before you choose. Here are some tips to consider when you're considering a move.
School Districts: If you have children, it's important to research what local school district you wish your children to attend. Make a personal visit and talk to school officials.
Noise Factor: Visit your potential neighborhood during different times of the day and varied days of the week. Also check for train tracks, subways, roads, and airports!
Distance to shopping and entertainment: Do you want a short drive or be able to walk to restaurants, grocery stores, doctors' offices, parks, churches and other recreational activities?
Safety: Check with local law enforcement about the crime rate for the area that interests you. Some have higher levels of thefts and violent crimes than others.
Resale: Check on the resale potential of a home that you may not be planning to stay in indefinitely. Will you be able to easily sell a home in this neighborhood in 10, 15, or 20 years?
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