Imagine You Live There
1. Visit the neighborhood. Look for traffic patterns and congestion during morning and evening rush hours. Take note of the mileage and the actual time it takes you to drive to work, schools, shopping, entertainment and medical centers. Take a weekend walk and chat with a few neighbors.
2. Do a little research. Read the subdivision covenants. (I'll be able to provide you with a copy.) You may wish to call the homeowners' association for a current report and the HOA's financial status. Ask for written information regarding dues, restrictions and policies.
3. Visit your city or county planning office to inquire if any zoning changes or improvements are in the works for "your" subdivision as well as adjacent areas. Be sure to ask about the zoning and future plans for any undeveloped lots or land in the subdivision.
If major improvements are being planned for the neighborhood, will they be paid for by taxes, an assessment or private business funds? Keep in mind that some improvements will significantly increase property values. In some cases, it may be wise to buy before the improvements have been made.
If you're thinking of buying, give me a call. It would be a pleasure to help you find the house you'd love to call "home."
Compliments of
Brett Magleby, Realtor
www.MagHomes.com
RE/MAX Homestead Realty, Inc. | 1301 East 17th. Street, Suite #1 | Idaho Falls, Idaho 83404
Off: 208-529-5600 | Fax: 208-529-3283 | 1-800-729-5601 | E-mail: bm-remax@ida.net
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