Now that you have been pre-qualified for a home loan, it’s time to put your Orlando Real Estate Agent to work for you! It’s a good idea, however, to have a general idea of what area you’d like to live in before even talking to a realtor. This way, you can search for a realtor that specializes in that particular area.
In order to find the perfect neighborhood for you and your family, you have to think about your lifestyle first and foremost. Things like being in a good school district, having a low crime rate, having a short commute to work as well as being nearby to restaurants and shopping are the most common needs of most families.
If you’re already familiar with the area where you want to live then you’re off to a great start. However, if you have no idea where you want to live, then it’s best to start your search online. If you have kids, then it’s a good idea to start by looking for the best schools in the area. You’ll then be able to come up with a list of neighborhoods that are zoned for the schools you’ve chosen.
Now that you have a shortlist of neighborhoods written down, it’s time to hit the road! By driving through a neighborhood at different times of the day and night, you’ll get be able to get a good feel for the area. How bad is the traffic? Are the homes well maintained? Are there lots of kids in the area? Do the homes in the area tend to go up in value?
Once you know the general area you’re interested in buying a home, find an Orlando realtor that specializes in that particular area. This can be done through a Google search by typing the word “realtor” followed by the name of the community for example: “Realtor in Hunters Creek”. Talk to a few on the 1st page of the results page and see which one feels like a good fit for you.
Good School Districts are Important, Kids or Not…
Even if you don’t have children, you may still want to buy a home in a good school zone. Chances are that at some point in your life, you will be selling your home and moving on. If and when you decide to sell at some point, remember that future buyers will likely consider good schools a top priority. It’s a known fact among real estate agents in Orlando, that Neighborhoods with good schools will always attract more buyer activity. It’s easy to see which are the best schools in the area by doing a quick online search.
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