It has been said that moving and divorce are the two of the most stressful events a person or family can experience.  Divorce is a subject for another time. Let’s consider the event of moving and look at some ways to make your house hunting trip in North Texas less stressful and more effective.

 Location is the first factor to consider when planning a move.  If you have children, or are planning a family, you will want to know about the schools in the area.  How about shopping centers, medical facilities, recreational opportunities and of course how far will you be from your place of employment. 

 If you require public transportation, is there any within walking distance of your prospective new home.  What about the crime rate?  A check with the local law enforcement agency can either put your mind at ease or give you reason to look elsewhere. 

 And finally, try to assess the quality and character of the people who live in the area.  This is obviously difficult to do without interviewing...