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Are you in the market for a new home? If yes, have you considered moving close to school? Here are the benefits of purchasing a home close to a school.                        

Closer to amenities – Schools are usually nearby Alamogordo NM homes neighborhood amenities such as parks and green spaces, shopping centers, malls, movie theaters, places of worship, grocery stores, health centers, etc.

Faster commute – Say goodbye to long commutes. Your child will be able to sleep in and have more free time because they are spending less time in traffic trying to get to school. Depending on your child’s age, he or she could even walk to and from school. This is also one way to instill independence for your kids as they get older.

Forget something? – How many times have you had to turn around or run up to the school because your child has forgotten something? If you live close to school your kid can run back to get what they forgot or you can quickly walk or drive to the school to drop it off for them.

Higher resale value – Though you cannot predict the housing market, homes located near a school and or in top rated school districts usually keep their value. In return, you’ll hopefully be able to earn back your investment when it’s time to sell.

Safer neighborhood – Living near a school usually means there is a higher police presence. In addition, there are usually crossing guards and members of the community who look out for the kids going to and from school.

Save money – You won’t have to fill up the gas tank as often because you’re able to reduce the amount of time you’re driving too or from school.

School activities – Your child can easily walk to or home from school for before or after school activities. If you have to drive them or pick them up then you’ll be close by too. Plus you may even be able to utilize those facilities to get out and exercise around your Alamogordo NM homes neighborhood.

This post was written by French Brothers Homes.