You’ve probably already heard it said many times before, but one of the most important aspects of real estate really is location. The location of your home will affect its current and future value, as well as your own lifestyle. If you can tell your real estate agent your preferences when it comes to neighborhood and amenities, then he or she will be able to conduct a more targeted home search for you. Here are a few things to consider when it comes to deciding the location of your home:
Decide whether you would like to live in an urban, suburban or rural area. Young couples, yuppies and single people may prefer to live in a more fast-paced, dynamic environment with plenty of options for dining, shopping, entertainment and recreation, while families with children and/or pets or couples hoping to start a family may prefer to raise their kids in a more laidback and less frenzied environment. Take time to figure out what your preferences are when it comes to what kind of environment you’d like to live in.
Consider the places you frequent, such as your place of work, or if you have children, where they will go to school. Decide how close to work you would like to live. Ask yourself how much time you can afford to spend on the commute to and from your place of employment. If you have children, are there certain schools or universities you would prefer to live close to? Decide what other establishments you would like to live near. These include hospitals, major highways and thoroughfares, the airport, restaurants and retail stores and the supermarket.
Lastly, what kind of lifestyle do you live? If you lead an active lifestyle and enjoy being outdoors, you may want to live in an area with lots of parks, hiking trails, bike paths, or sports facilities.
Buying a home is about more than just finding a great property; you need to make sure the home you’ve found is in the right location to support your personal lifestyle. Talk to your agent and give him or her clear guidelines to work with so that he or she can find you the perfect home in the right environment.
If you are planning to buy a home, let The Incorvaia Team make the process as easy as possible for you. Call us at 440-879-7130 today!
