C.J. Braden • 3 Minute Read
What Should You Look For In Your Next Home Location?
A lot of people move to new homes every year. But when it comes to deciding on the perfect place, it's not always easy. There are many factors that go into finding your next home and one of the most important is location.
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What should you look for in your next home location? You will want to choose a place that is close to schools, shops, and parks in case you need the kids picked up in a hurry. You’ll also want to find a neighborhood with good safety and solid schools.
Read on to learn some more great tips on what to look for when scouting your new home location.
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How to choose a location
Firstly, you need to know what your priorities are. If you want to be close to public transport, make sure the town or city has a good bus network. If you're more concerned about having space around your house, look for an area that is less densely populated.
Secondly, how much time do you like to spend commuting? You might not realize it but the way you get around can greatly affect your quality of life - think about how much time it will take each day for public transport or driving in traffic.
Thirdly, you need to consider what you have in the area in terms of amenities. Are you easily able to go to the store to get milk? Is the school a short walk or a long drive away?
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Great community
One of the most important factors when choosing a new place to live in is the community you will be living in. Many things make for a good community, but safety, affordability, and diversity are some of the top when looking for your next home location.
The safest communities are those with an extremely low crime rate. It is also essential for communities to have affordable housing prices and ample work opportunities close by.
Manufactured home communities can often be some of the best available. They are designed for maximum community enjoyment and are well priced too.
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Low crime rate
We all want to feel as safe as possible in our homes. So looking at the crime rate index for your next home is a must. There will be some level of crime in almost all areas - that is to be expected, but you can still be vigilant with your choice.
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Support network
Having a support network nearby can be something that many people are looking for. When looking for a new home, something that is worth considering is how good the transport links are. Where is the nearest airport or port? How long would it take to travel to your closest relative after the move?
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Cost of living
With a new city, state or country comes a further cost of living. While the basics often remain the same in terms of price, other things might be more expensive. There are lots of factors that you will need to consider when trying to find your new home.
With the cost of living permanently on the rise, it is more important than ever that you take this into account and ensure that you can still afford life in your new place.
And, of course, the final piece of the puzzle is that you love the home. If you’re not ready to move just yet, but want to make your home feel new, check out: 5 Fantastic Ways To Make Your Home Feel Brand New.
C.J. Braden is a regular contributor and editor for Carolyn’s Blooming Creations. She has been featured in numerous media publications such as InStyle Magazine, on HGTV, on Bustle.com, and more. She is the author of the books Georgia McMasters in Amethyst Lake Cemetery, How To Be Yourself: 3 Little Ways to Get Back To You Being You, and the illustrator for the children’s book Bridging Connections. She is a former classroom teacher that now dedicates her life to educating others on how to live their most healthy, creative and happy life. Learn more about her visiting our About Us page.
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