How to Choose the Right Community

As your career develops and your family grows, you may be turning your attention to purchasing a home. Being a homeowner is a fantastic way to build equity, as well as a great way to get established in your city. Becoming a permanent resident allows you to start making connections and relationships that’ll help you grow and last a lifetime. Consider these things when choosing a community to call home:

Start with Schools

If you have or are planning on having children, living in a community with access to great schools is an easy way to guarantee that your kids are getting a great education without the worry of needing to get on a waiting list or having to take on the additional out-of-pocket expenses for a magnet or private school.

A Community for the Commute

Whether you’re commuting to work or school, it’s important that you find a drive that’s reasonable. Make sure to find a community with great access to major roadways so you’re within reach of the best that Tampa Bay has to offer.

A shorter commute means less time on the road to and from work, and more time with your family in your new home!

Do it for the Dog

Keeping every member of the family (even the furry ones) active means you’ve got a healthier and happier life in your new home.

Whether you’re moving to a home located near top-rated schools or you’re getting settled in a place with the perfect commute from work, there’s plenty of great options throughout Tampa Bay. For a full list of communities, click here.

If you’d like to learn more or are interested in other tips about the homebuying process, check out Lennar’s Make Your Move program. This program offers quarterly workshops to help provide young professionals with the keys to become happy and successful homeowners. RSVP for the next workshop today!

Anna Young