• School district rating • Crime and safety data • Lot sizes • Commute accessibility • Amenities • Local character
When you do this, patterns begin to jump out immediately.
Step 4: Look at Appreciation Trends Some towns have steady long term value because they offer desirable schools, strong tax value, and balanced amenities. Other towns go through ups and downs. There is no perfect predictor, but history often reveals stability. You might discover that a lower tax town actually outperforms your current town in appreciation. This is more common than people expect. Step 5: Visit the Towns in Person This step is powerful. Online research is helpful, but in person exploration activates instincts. Drive the neighborhoods at different times of day. Visit on a weekday and a weekend. Walk the streets. Visit the local shops. Get a feel for the people and the atmosphere.
Ask yourself: • Does this feel peaceful. • Does this feel like home. • Do I picture my day to day life working well here. • Do the homes fit my taste. • Does the town feel well maintained.
A town is more than numbers. It is an experience.
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