by admin 
There are so many things you need to consider when planning to buy a new home, whether you are a first-time buyer or thinking of moving to a smaller or larger property, make sure you check the most important items in your wish list.
Choosing the right neighbourhood should be top of that list and will surely affect one of the most important decisions you will be making.
So what would you need to consider when choosing the right neighbourhood for you and your family?
What are the other buildings in the surrounding streets like? Are they well maintained? Are the neighbours proud of their locality? Are the streets clean and pleasant to walk on?
It might be wise to visit the area on different days and at different times
What about shops, cafes and other necessities that will add to your comfort in everyday living? Would you need to use a car to go shopping for that missing carton of milk? You might want to live in a quiet suburban street but make sure it’s out of choice, not omission that you need to commute to go anywhere.
Before committing to a purchase of your next home, make sure that you have a good feel of the surrounding neighbourhood. Take time to drive and walk around like you already live there. It’s a little extra work but a good investment in your future happiness.
It might be a good idea to speak with the neighbours, go into the local shops and get a feel of what’s around. If you are thinking of purchasing in a larger town or city, do some online research and ask your Estate Agent for their take on the area.
Once you know your neighbours you will start feeling safer and more comfortable when walking around the area.
A good neighbourhood also has a sense of community. With our lives being so busy it is often difficult to even get to know the family that lives over the next garden wall. Having friendly neighbours that you can casually greet when walking by is always a pleasant thing to have.
