A quiet residential street at 11 a.m. can be very appealing. Driveways are open, curbside parking is plentiful, and getting in and out of the neighborhood seems effortless. But that may not be the street you actually experience after moving in. Before buying a home, consider returning after the workday ends and seeing what happens when everyone comes home. Watch the Parking ChangeOne of the biggest differences may be street parking. During the day, many residents take their vehicles to work. By … [Read more...]
Why You Should Visit a Home When the Neighbors Are Home
A home showing at 11 a.m. on a Wednesday can give you an excellent look at the property. It may not give you an accurate picture of the neighborhood. Many residents are at work, children are at school, vehicles are gone, and the street may be unusually quiet. Before buying, consider visiting again when the neighbors are actually home. Come Back After WorkA neighborhood can change considerably between afternoon and evening. When residents return from work, you may discover that street parking … [Read more...]
What the Trash Cans Can Tell You About a Neighborhood Before You Buy
When evaluating a neighborhood, buyers often drive through looking at homes, yards, traffic, and nearby amenities. There is another surprisingly useful time to visit: trash collection day. It may not sound glamorous, but garbage and recycling day can reveal details about how a neighborhood functions that are easy to miss during a scheduled showing. Look at What Happens at the CurbPay attention to how trash and recycling are handled throughout the neighborhood. Are containers neatly placed at the … [Read more...]
What Buyers Should Know About Shared Driveways
A shared driveway may seem like a minor detail when you are focused on a home's layout, condition, and location. However, because the driveway is used by more than one property owner, it is important to understand exactly how access, maintenance, and responsibilities are handled before you buy. Understand Who Owns the DrivewayA shared driveway does not always mean both homeowners own equal portions of it. In some cases, one property owns the driveway while a neighboring property has a legal … [Read more...]
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