Location, Location, Location
So you’re ready to move out and you need to pick where you’re going to live. There are several considerations you should think about.
- The distance between your home and where you work is very important. Do you love to commute or is a five-minute walk more your style? Before you sign the lease, take a trial ride, either by car or public transportation, from your potential new place to your place of employment. And take that trial ride during rush hour to get a good idea of what your commute will be like.
- Is there close access to safe and reliable public transportation? If yes, moving further from your employer might not be too bad.
- Do you worship regularly? If you belong to a church, temple or synagogue, are you moving within close proximity? If not, driving back and forth on the weekend will cut into a good part of your day. Check to see if there is a branch of your religious organization close to your new home.
- Trust your instincts. When you visit your new place, do you feel safe? Is the neighborhood well kept? Find out if there are any neighborhood crime watch organizations in the area. Where is the closest police station, hospital and fire department?
When you visit your potential new apartment, visit at different times of the day. Sometimes a neighborhood will attract different crowds during the day than during the evening. Talk open and honestly to your landlord and ask questions. If you would like, ask if there is another tenant that would be open to speaking with you about the building.  Only when you’ve done your research and are completely prepared should you take the step to sign the lease.
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