4A. HOW TO CHOOSE A NEIGHBOURHOOD.
- This is still about taking precaution, when you want to buy real estate. One of our friends sent us this true story and I like to share it with you. May be it will be of benefit to you: It is still about precaution:
- “Few years back, I bought a house that I intended for a wonderful home. Unfortunately for me, I did not know that it is important to mingle with the neighbors to learn about the neighbourhood, including the potential problems ahead of time. And it caused me many sleepless nights – literally. My first night in the house, I woke to the sounds of two barking, yelping dogs that howled and bellowed until morning. The next night the same thing happened. I later found out that the seller had been fighting with the neighbours over the barking dogs for years. The other neighbours had also been complaining, but the owner of the dogs just didn’t care
- It took me more than a year of working with the Local Government Authorities before the owner agreed to take responsibility for the problem. Before the problem was solved, I had tried so hard to sell the house, but I was unable to sell it. One lucky prospect wanted to buy, but when he came for inspection, he heard the dogs bark ferociously. He didn’t come back”
- Sometimes we make mistakes when we do something for the first time. It happens, but buying or renting a home is one of those things that ought not be handled casually. Keep in mind these common mistakes to ensure that you buy or rent safe, sane, and secure when next you buy or rent a home.
- So, I ask you, what is the one thing you wish you knew before you bought or rented your current home? Send mail to mail@emcng.com.