QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
We all know the mantra of real estate: location, location, location. The neighborhood is usually the most critical factor in determining a home's value. When you begin your home search, you should create a list of criteria for the neighborhood in which you want to live, work, and play.
Ask yourself questions like how long is the commute to your workplace? Is an urban setting or a rural area more suited to your lifestyle? What is the crime profile for the neighborhoods that interest you?
How convenient is it to get to shopping centers, churches, schools? Speaking of schools, how is the area's school district rated? Even if you don't have or plan to have children, the quality of the school district is another significant factor that determines the home's future value, which will be important when the time comes to resell your house.
If you find that you're priced out of the neighborhood you really love, try to locate fixer-uppers in the area. They may need work, yes, but you'll get your foot in the door, so to speak, and can expect your property value to rise along with the other neighborhood properties and your improvements and repairs.
A real estate agent will help you locate a suitable neighborhood and home, and protect your best interests. Make your list and make a call today.
Larry Weichman is President and Broker of Costa Mesa-based real estate powerhouse Weichman Realtors,"the most trusted name in Costa Mesa Real Estate". Larry and his highly-trained team of professionals have proudly served Costa Mesa since 1976. For questions about an upcoming sale or purchase, call him directly at 714-241-4532 or email your questions to Larry@TeamWeichman.com. Be sure to visit Larry Weichman in Costa Mesa CA for the latest news and information on the Costa Mesa real estate market. Lic #00573423
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