A good neighbourhood complements a home

Your neighbours
Mr Kizito explains that besides looking for a good neighbourhood, you also need to be a good neighbour because we all want to live in a place where people get along with each other.

www.problemneighbours.co.uk states that it is important to introduce yourself to some of your closest neighbours as soon as you move into a new area. “Not only will they be able to give you useful advice and information about the area, you will also be able to gain a sense of what kind of issues are particularly important to the local residents which will also help you keep on the right side of things and be a new addition to the community.”

The website adds that one has a chance to get out and mingle. “Take advantage of stopping to speak to a neighbour, even if it’s only to say ‘hello’ as you are on your way to work or if you’re simply passing them on the streets as you go to the shops.”
You can consider getting involved with some local community projects or accept the odd invite to a neighbour’s party. Better still, throw the odd social gathering of your own and invite the neighbours.

Therefore, when looking for a house, you not only have to look at its beauty or its size, but also the people who live next to you and the facilities around the area. It’s also important to note that if you want to have a good neighbour, you should start by being one.