What schools will my child attend?
Where are they located?
What are their test results?
What is the consensus of local parents?
Do they have the special programs necessary for my child?
How will my child get to school? If needed, is a school bus available to this location?
How far is it to work?
How long am I willing to commute?
Are there optional routes to take to work?
If necessary, is public transportation available and convenient?
What is the immediate neighborhood like?
Is it well kept?
How is traffic?
Are shopping facilities adequate and convenient?
How close are hospitals and/or medical centers?
Are churches/synagogues close?
Are police and fire protection adequate?
If important, how close is the airport?
Does the Homeowner’s Association provide recreational facilities such as:
Golf , Tennis, Lake access. Swimming Pool, Playgrounds,
Are there fees and regulations involved for their use?
What additional recreational facilities are close by?
Public/Private/Semi-Private Golf, Country Clubs, Tennis, State Parks, Hiking/Camping/Boating/Picnic Facilities, YMCA/Gyms,
How available are children’s activities?
Scouts, Dance Classes, Martial Arts, Swimming, Music Schools, Gymnastics, Sports Leagues
Are there children in the neighborhood?
Are movies, libraries, sports complexes, museums and other cultural event locations available and convenient?
Is there a Homeowner’s Association?
How active are they?
Can I live with their rules and regulations?
What are their dues?
Is the community well planned and well run?
Are the above items available? If so, is the property hooked up?
Are there protective zoning ordinances?
Is there any vacant land close by?
What is it zoned for?
