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5 Ways To Learn About A New City Before You Move
Moving to a new city can be difficult, but the best way to start off on the right foot is by learning about it first through social media. Here are some great ways you can learn about your next new home.
Consult Neighborhood Databases
Various online databases focus on gathering and interpreting critical data about U.S. cities. For example, at City-Data.com, you can find profiles of cities that include vital statistics like the cost of living and median income levels. If you want even more detailed information, NeighborhoodScout is a great option; it provides descriptions of area demographics and characteristics, though crime rates and home appreciation values are only accessible if you have a subscription.
Do The Commuter Math
Plan your commute before relocating. If you're going to drive, Google Maps will give you a good idea of traffic conditions. The website is usually accurate when estimating traffic for specific days and hours. And if you'll be taking public transportation, remember to check the local routes and schedules ahead of time. Many transit authorities have an online planning feature that will give you specific instructions on how to get from one place to another, taking into account any transfers between trains or buses.
Ask The City
There are many beneficial ways to become familiar with your new surroundings, and one of the best may be city hall. By calling or visiting the official website, you can ask for resources or find out what's going on in the area. Most cities have shareable online guides that include information about how to set up utilities, local businesses, and restaurants. You can also contact the Chamber of Commerce for more suggestions.
Check School Reviews
Great Schools, an independent nonprofit, publish a 1-10 scale guide that ranks local schools in the neighborhood you're thinking of moving to. Even if you don't have kids or aren't planning any in your near future, it's still a good idea to find a neighborhood with an attractive school system - especially if you ever plan on reselling. According to the general consensus, great schools make for great neighborhoods and usually, residents who care about their schools also care about their community. Standardized test scores play a large role in the site's rankings, though data from states where such information is available also factors in college readiness and student success rates. Local residents can also leave reviews on the site.
Delve Into Crime Rates
Before you move to a new area, one of the most critical pieces of research you can do is to investigate the local crime rates. Many municipal police departments will publish this data on their official websites. If rates aren't available online, try calling the department and asking for some cursory information. Additionally, there are plenty of sites that share public crime data like CrimeReports, Family Watchdog, and SpotCrime. SafeWise routinely ranks the safest cities in America by state too.
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