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How do I find the right neighborhood for me?

By Bob Millaway, South Jersey Community Expert & REALTOR®

Start with practical priorities: commute time, school quality, walkability, and home prices. Visit neighborhoods at different times of day and on weekends. Talk to residents, visit local shops and parks, and drive the commute during rush hour. Your agent can provide neighborhood data and insights.

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The right neighborhood affects your daily happiness, property value, and quality of life more than any single feature of a home.

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