tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4622411633995176328.post3713497796288748597..comments2023-09-29T04:22:59.719-07:00Comments on Average Buyer: Due DiligenceBuying Timehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04651516505789196067noreply@blogger.comBlogger3125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4622411633995176328.post-75558459897273285292008-03-12T10:37:00.000-07:002008-03-12T10:37:00.000-07:00Other things to check on might be www.rottenneighb...Other things to check on might be www.rottenneighbor.com and if you have kids, the Megan's Law databases.Buying Timehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04651516505789196067noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4622411633995176328.post-43532743692375319182008-03-06T07:52:00.000-08:002008-03-06T07:52:00.000-08:00How about checking with the local building dept to...How about checking with the local building dept to see if any permits have been issued and/or completed, to check the original plans for the house (compare with current layout for work that was done w/o permits), and check for any code of plan variances that have been issued.<BR/><BR/>Also, if you're unfamiliar with the neighborhood, check with the police dept for crime reports in the neighborhood.2centshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15886849689530774625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4622411633995176328.post-17019669775066647042008-03-04T10:20:00.000-08:002008-03-04T10:20:00.000-08:00Test scores is the most important factor for me. M...Test scores is the most important factor for me. Most communities that have high test scores, receive a premium for their homes, down to the actual elementary school. Test scores usually have some inferred advantages, but without building up the snooty factor too much, among other things, parent involvement can be measured in test scores.<BR/><BR/>Home builder: Even in Serrano, or south of 50, you can find builders you're gauranteed to experience buyers remorse. Additionally, take a look at communities those builders have completed.<BR/><BR/>In Serrano, did the eastside elementary school get built? If not, bussing out of Serrano could be a pain, especially if you end up driving the kiddies to and from. Think you might do some volunteer time at the school? That could be 4 trips/day.<BR/><BR/>Location, location, location. In good times, the right location goes for a premium. In bad times, you can't give away a bad location. Its hardly ever worth the discount. In Serrano, I'd go with east-facing backyard, on a cul-de-sac, with open field behind, and the park down the street (start with ideal). And never back up to the major roads.<BR/><BR/>All seems basic, but a good price, and an assertive middle-person, usually trumps best intentions.albahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17950467356817647316noreply@blogger.com