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Old 12-16-2008, 12:52 PM
 
Location: Stafford, Va
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I am currently living in Va and looking to relocate to Delaware I just dont know what parts to look into? I am looking for a very quite and safe community for my son and myself. A good school is a big thing for me, my hometown is N.Y.C and want to be a little closer to my family and friends please help me! Any info would be great!Thanks!
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Old 12-16-2008, 01:49 PM
 
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Hi, you may want to check out Sussex County as most of the schools there are Blue Ribbon and crime is next to nothing.
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Old 12-16-2008, 02:23 PM
 
Location: Tinton Falls, NJ
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What are the areas along the shoreline fo DE like? I would liek to retire there in a few years.
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Old 12-17-2008, 08:03 AM
 
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The DE shore is quickly becoming the place to be for 3 to 5 year out retirees! And why not taxes are low and prices are reasonable. If you are looking for a "deal" you may want to check out the possibility of a model home in a new community and lease it back for 3 years. Gives you some extra income. I'm looking into it at Pepper's Creek. I think they have 2 or 3 models for sale that way.
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Old 12-18-2008, 11:45 AM
 
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In DE, there are three counties ...from north to south New Castle (N.C.), Kent, & Sussex ... more than half the population is in N.C 'coz more jobs, more urban and close to I-95. one has to try hard to find a bad neighborhood other than the usual suspects.

So location of your job will determine where you would want to live. Public transportation is almost non-existent in Kent and Sussex and mediocre in N.C.

Good schools have a lot to do with areas w/ parents really interested in education and supporting school system than any other criteria (Sussex is rural). Most employers who hire professionals are located in N.C. that may reflect on the parental support of the schools.
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Old 12-18-2008, 06:25 PM
 
Location: North Carolina
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Hi mommyny,

We chose to settle in central Kent County when moving to DE from NC. Hubby's family is all in NY, and while we are farther away than if we moved to northern DE, we like it better here. IMHO, Kent County has a bit of everything... Dover is a big enough city for us on a daily basis, yet we have country/rural very nearby. The beach area (aka Rehobeth/Lewes) is only 45 minutes to an hour away; close enough for convenience, far enough not to be caught up in the busy-ness of a tourist area.

As far as schools, our kids are in the Caesar Rodney district. We have been very happy with the schools, teachers, etc. Let me know if I can help you with any other information.

Mary
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Old 02-08-2009, 08:04 PM
 
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I am moving to Delaware this year.We are leaving N.Y.C. How about a little help in finding a lawyer for the paper work?
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Old 02-08-2009, 08:21 PM
 
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Hello Again, has anyone seen a good lawyer in Dover Delaware? I need a lawyer to look over the paper work.
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Old 02-09-2009, 06:18 AM
 
Location: Greenville, Delaware
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What legal paperwork are you talking about? If you mean a real estate attorney, your real estate agent and lending institution should be of help in finding a suitable law firm. Could you please clarify?
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Old 02-12-2009, 11:23 AM
 
Location: North Carolina
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Hi paulthegreat,

If a real estate attorney is indeed what you are looking for, Gary Dodge did the closing on our house. He was VERY thorough, the house came out of an estate, and he seemed to know his stuff. From what I understand, he's been in business at least 20 years, and has an excellent reputation in Dover.

Send me a private message for further contact info, but I am sure you can find him on yellowpages.com.

Mary
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