These Are the People In My Neighborhood

 "Don't buy the house, buy the neighborhood." 

- Russian Proverb

This is an interesting and complex quote. As Realtors, we constantly market our ability to get houses bought and sold, but we sometimes market a neighborhood as simply "the area which holds the house". I've always felt like the neighborhood and the home are equally important. The way you feel stepping through your own front door is vital to your happiness, and the way you feel when you step out your front door is just as significant. I firmly believe a neighborhood is not defined by types of buildings or location. It's defined by the atmosphere created by the people living there. What interesting people live in your neighborhood?

I've got a neighbor and friend who recently published a book. Chuck Powell is exactly the type of person who makes Arcadia fascinating. To market his book, Qintessa, he held a book signing and dinner at The Henry, a popular neighborhood restaurant. I love the fact that Mr. Powell not only resides in Arcadia, but he chose to use a local establishment for this important event. Chuck is an engaging writer and storyteller, and I'm proud to claim him as an Arcadian!

When you're searching for your next new home, I encourage you to not just think about the type of house you want -- think also about the type of neighbors you want and about the atmosphere that surrounds you when you step outside your front door. This preference will vary for everyone, but one thing is certain: every neighborhood has interesting people. I think the folksy, old proverb above has it right. So get to know the people in your neighborhood, you just might be surprised!

http://www.chuckpowellwriter.com/bio