subject: Selecting The Ideal Community: Planned And Affordable In The Carolinas by:Robert Bencivenga [print this page] North Carolina and South Carolina have got a lot of publicity of late as places to retire. Houses are reasonably priced, schools are first-class, living expenses are cheap, there are innumerable gastronomic and cultural alternatives, the weather is excellent, and don't forget the Southern hospitality. Individuals from the Northeast and Midwest and in addition from Florida are resettling in North Carolina and South Carolina.
The options of where to settle down are plentiful, and a number of young families and people in retirement are electing to acquire houses in a community planned with an abundance of amenities at reasonable rates. Possibly you like it for the golf course, the pool, clubhouse, organized classes, fitness center or the social activities. A few persons choose communities with the security of a private patrol car, a gated entrance and a guard house.
There are numerous alternatives suitable for all kinds of lifestyles, but there are elements that make a community more attractive for retired people or the young family, and points to be conscious of prior to purchasing real estate in a community. I have drawn attention to seven things you should be familiar with when choosing a reasonably priced planned community for your old age or for moving to North Carolina or South Carolina.
A number of communities have specific functions that will give you an opportunity to speak with other residents. You can get to know the things that are nice and what they believe could be better. Ensure that you talk to owners randomly on your own when you get here.
1) In case you're purchasing real estate with a shared wall connecting the units, verify the noise ordinance of the community. What is permissible by the rule book? You have to additionally find out about the sound proofing between the dwellings.
2) Visit the community at different times of the day, and night, during the week and on weekends. Check out for delivery vehicles, construction equipment and inordinate noise. Observe what goes on inside the community and get to know your future neighbors.
3) Is the community planned to accommodate future additions?
4)Is the community planned and built to accommodate the parking area needed by its inhabitants and their visitors?
5) Will there be any limitations ("Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions - CC&R's") in your real estate deed that govern the way you will be able to utilize your house? Can they be listed? See that they fit your style of living.
6) Will there be added costs for association dues, maintenance fees, garbage removal, boat slips, golf, tennis, pool, fitness club, and stables?
There exist many more things factors you have to be familiar with when choosing an inexpensive community planned and set up for your old age or relocation. To cite an instance, you need to be aware of how to find out if the community is safe and steady. This may and bring about a saving of several thousands of dollars! You'll find out some realtors draw prospective clients with first class facilities, and then get you to pay! Community living can be a great thing, and we'll ensure that you find a community you'll be glad to call your Dream Home.
About the author
For 5 years, Robert Bencivenga has been researching the growth of towns in North and South Carolina, for the relocation of his family. He has studied hundreds of towns to find those areas which are affordable, have high quality lifestyles, and the potential for future growth. He wants to share what he has found with you to help you find your Dream Place in the Carolinas. Incidentally, Robert does not sell any real estate.
