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After a recent holiday in Mexico it is clear
how fortunate we are in these United States. All floors throughout the 200-room hotel including the guest rooms are
solid marble and the hotel is first class in every way.
Walking several blocks in either direction
from the hotel one can find an auto wrecking and salvage yard, a restaurant
with dirt floors, numerous started but uncompleted structures and many vacant
lots that claim nothing more than rubbish and tall weeds. In town a gas station
is next to an open-air fresh food market and a bank is located next to the
local adult bar. The elementary school is located on the main road where speed
limits were nonexistent.
When considering the purchase of real
property, any vacant property near your choice should be investigated thoroughly.
After determining the legal description of the property, a visit to the planning
office in the city where the property is located is both prudent and wise.
Ask lots of questions. When it comes to
making maybe the largest single purchase of your life, THERE ARE NO DUMB
QUESTIONS. Ask to see a copy of the city’s master plan. Most areas in the U.S.
have a depository where all the property records are kept. In many areas these
records are kept in the county seat where the property is located. It is important
to know how the property is taxed. Specifically ask about the mill levy, which
is how municipalities calculate property taxes. Then, ask more questions.
A comparison of services like fire
department response time and police availability may be another consideration.
If your questions cannot be answered in the heat of negotiating, make your
offer to purchase subject to receiving the answers you require. Homes
associations govern many areas. Ask for a copy of the homes association deed
restrictions and declaration
Whether you’re thinking
about buying or selling or seeking information, rely on RE/MAX Best Associates
800-391-BEST(2378) or 913-345-BEST(2378) to provide accurate up to date
information about the marketplace. info@kansascityehomes.com www.kansascityehomes.com