274. Buying a Home in the Best School District: What You Need to Know

A Wiser Retirement®

Join us on this episode of A Wiser Retirement® Podcast, as Casey Smith and Paul Montaperto from Family2Family Relocation discuss tips for families looking to buy a home in a great school district. We explore how to evaluate school quality beyond online ratings, considering factors like administrative stability, private school options, and future zoning changes. Paul also gives practical tips to help families make informed home-buying decisions.

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Chapters

1. School Districts and Home Values (00:00:00)

2. Understanding School Ratings (00:03:37)

3. Private Schools and Special Needs (00:13:28)

4. Introduction to Paul Monteperto (00:16:21)

5. Evaluating Schools Beyond Ratings (00:26:15)

6. Zoning and Neighborhood Growth (00:31:20)

7. Balancing Schools, Price, and Location (00:36:26)

8. Podcast Recommendations and Closing (00:44:38)