Google an Address Before You Buy a Home
November 29, 2017
We Google everything so why wouldn’t we Google an address of the house we are considering to purchase? It only makes sense. What you may not know is what to search. Here are a few private investigator-type tips.
Google Street View
Google the address of your home on Google Maps and then select “street view” – this will help you to search the area from a satellite view. You can check the area for things you may not have noticed during your visit. You can also check yard size, proximity to neighbors and also take a sneak-peek into their backyards.
Check for Drugs
Even if you’re moving into a nice neighborhood, it still may be worth checking The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration’s database for homes that have once been identified as drug labs.
Radon & Airports
You can also search for a home’s past exposure to radon by Google searching for, “city + radon and airport zones.” You will most likely receive information like this in the homes disclosures, but why waste your time if it’s a deal breaker for you?
Flood Zones
Another easy thing to find is your city’s flood zone areas. This again, should be something disclosed but, it’s better to know ahead of time that your home insurance will probably be higher if you decide to buy in an identified flood zone.
City Stats
Many sites publish city statistics that can help you determine if you want to move to a new city, including school ratings, crime rates, demographics, and median income vs. median home price. These important factors can identify the quality of life in a new city.
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