Neighborhood Crime

Neighborhood Crime can take place anywhere.  Before purchasing a home it is a good idea to do as much research as possible to find out about the neighborhood and the crime rate.  You want to purchase in as safe neighborhood as possible.  Some cities have joined and released information to the public so residences can search their specific house or neighborhood to see what type of crime has happened near by.  Feel free to check out this site, not all cities have adopted this site so you may have to use other sites to search your local area.  It doesn't hurt to talk to the neighbors and check out local papers or new reports in addition.  Also, driving by the house at different times of the day to see the type of activities that take place on a normal basis may also help see what kind of neighborhood you are moving into.