tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6887483054724929799.post3660482783001186071..comments2024-03-24T04:55:26.825-04:00Comments on LIFEFLIX: Drive-by Stake Out?Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6887483054724929799.post-88148084916109117122008-08-14T12:26:00.000-04:002008-08-14T12:26:00.000-04:00The house is actually sandwiched between a Hooters...The house is actually sandwiched between a Hooters and an Off Track Betting (OTB) :))<BR/><BR/>Not really sure where you're headed with the whole taco bell thing - I know lots of neighborhoods that I would love to be in that has a taco bell (e.g. Huntington and Long Beach, Long Island) so I think that's a tad off-base.<BR/><BR/>As for city v the burbs - it's a pretty small town so there really isn't a "city" part. We've check the crime rates etc - so we're good there.Marichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03289607423299633333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6887483054724929799.post-23223459221772797172008-08-14T12:05:00.000-04:002008-08-14T12:05:00.000-04:00I'm not sure where your BFFs got the idea about la...I'm not sure where your BFFs got the idea about late night stake outs (did they suggest this before or after cocktails?). <BR/><BR/>In any event, you need drive around the area on weekends, between 12 - 5 p.m.!! why pm? <BR/>1. If it's a bad neighborhood, the streets are typically quiet in the morning - why? everybody is still sleeping whether it is a weekday or weekend, they're recovering from partying all night. <BR/><BR/>2. Another thing I've done in the past was sit on the parking lot of a local keyfood or whatever grocery store nearby. You'll definitely get your answers there, trust me. <BR/><BR/>By the way, There are web sites that can provide you with statistics on crime and the like. <BR/>In addition to school information, www.homestore.com lets you enter a city or zip code and provides you with crime data for the area you choose. It also compares crime statistics with other cities (such as the city from which you are moving). Keep in mind, The suburbs may have lower crime statistics, but may be farther from your work. Cities may have more crime, but may have other qualities that you consider more attractive, such as convenience and cultural activities - which you and Jon will surely missed. <BR/><BR/>Finally, before I give them my final offer, I always consider talking to neighbors. I take note if there are bars on the windows and doors of homes. Oh and make sure there isn't a currency exchange, piggly wiggly within a 25mile radius. If there is a taco bell around the corner, talk to the police or sheriff's department. <BR/><BR/>Good luck house hunting guys. <BR/><BR/>Your brother.DFTHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10471792229742601780noreply@blogger.com