Exploring a New Neighborhood

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<h1>Exploring a New Neighborhood</h1><strong> Author: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/profile_Susan Andrews.aspx'>Susan Andrews</a></strong><br /><p>When you first purchase a new home, you may spend a lot of your time and energy getting settled, especially in the process of organizing and decorating your new home. However, probably one of the most important reasons to purchase real estate is to live in your ideal neighborhood. It is important to take the time to fully explore your new area when you buy a new home. Here are some suggestions for ways to get started: A good place to begin is with your Property Owners Association. Many people think of this organization only when something is going wrong in the neighborhood or they have a complaint to file. However the POA can be a great source of information, particularly if you are looking for someone who can provide reliable services for your new home. They may also be able to provide you with security and safety tips. Belonging to the Property Owners Association will also allow you to have a voice in actions that may be made in your neighborhood including beautification and architecture changes. You can also move beyond your formal homeowners association and become friendly with all of your neighbors. People who have lived in your neighborhood are a wealth of helpful knowledge, including giving you insider information on the best schools or the restaurants to avoid at all costs. If you have young children, you may also want to join (or create) an organized children’s playgroup near your new home. This is an excellent way to meet other parents who are invaluable sources of information about the school system in your neighborhood. In some areas, it is very difficult to get your children into the best schools, so other parents may be able to help provide you with inside tips. In addition, they can probably also give you great recommendations for baby-sitters, doctors or other service providers. Another great way to get to know your neighborhood is to join a local volunteer organization. If you get involved in a cause that is relevant and important to you, it is more likely that you’ll stick with it and make friends in the group. Also, you can learn a lot about your new neighborhood by finding out about the organizations that people tend to support through volunteer work. For example, are there a lot of pet adoption programs? Or programs that support literacy or taking care of the elderly? It is a subtle, but insightful way to understand the values of your new community. Purchasing real estate is a huge investment in your future, and the more comfortable you are in your new neighborhood, the more likely you are to stay for a long period of time and build a new and exciting life for yourself. When you get out of your comfort zone and begin to build relationships, you can really enjoy all the exciting things that your new neighborhood has to offer. </p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br />About <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.luxurylahomes.com">Hollywood Hills Real Estate Agent</a>: Susan Andrews is a top producing real estate agent at prestigious Beverly Hills real estate firm, Hilton & Hyland. She specializes in Hollywood Hills, West Hollywood and Los Feliz real estate. Susan can be contacted at 323.829.8811 or by e-mail regarding her properties.<p> Article Source: <a href='http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Exploring-a-New-Neighborhood_539.aspx'> http://www.articleseen.com/Article_Exploring a New Neighborhood_539.aspx</a></p>

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