The days when you could walk to your neighbors to borrow a pint of milk or ask them to look after your pet when you’re away are mostly gone. More and more young homeowners don’t interact with their neighbors very much, and many don’t even know their neighbors’ names! Indeed, young adults have grown up in a digital environment, which can affect their sense of social belonging. As a result, they are less likely to engage in their community, especially if they are new to the area. It would be unfair, nevertheless, to assume that people who don’t engage with their neighbors are an unfriendly lot. On the contrary, it can be stressful to move into a new place where you don’t know anyone. However, you can make things easier by creating a positive impression that encourages your neighbors to get to know you better.
A Friendly Home In Your Neighborhood
Stage The Outdoors
The first thing your neighbors get to see about you is how you maintain your property, especially your front yard. This is their first impression of your home, and the way you care for it will reflect the type of person you are. If you’re a talented gardener, you can create an appealing yardscape, including a manicured lawn, trimmed shrubs and attractive plantings. However, if you’re worried about your gray thumbs, you can hire professional residential landscaping services to give your property the welcoming feel it needs. From a cozy lawn to elegant decking, you can stage a friendly outdoor space.
Stage The Indoors, Too!
You might not yet be ready to invite your neighbors over, but they can still catch a glimpse of your interior through the windows. Your top priority is to put blinds in the rooms where you want to maintain your privacy (such as the bedroom), without losing any natural sunlight. For the rooms that you are happy to share glimpses of, make sure to keep them neat and tidy. Also, adding attractive curtains or other window treatments to rooms that face the front of your home will ensure that your neighbors will get a sense an interior that is just as charming as your exterior.
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Respecting The Unspoken Rule
Last, but not least, every community has a set of rules to live together in peace. While your neighbors might be patient, they may not take too kindly to inconsiderations such as after hours loud noises or excess trash in your yard. If you have a pet, make sure they are trained properly and contained to your yard and / or leashed: remember, not every person is a pet person so it's important to be respectful. Last, but not least, if you’re parking on the street, be careful not to block your neighbor’s parking space or driveway.
In short, make sure that your presence in the neighborhood doesn’t disturb the existing peace of the it.
Last, but not least, every community has a set of rules to live together in peace. While your neighbors might be patient, they may not take too kindly to inconsiderations such as after hours loud noises or excess trash in your yard. If you have a pet, make sure they are trained properly and contained to your yard and / or leashed: remember, not every person is a pet person so it's important to be respectful. Last, but not least, if you’re parking on the street, be careful not to block your neighbor’s parking space or driveway.
In short, make sure that your presence in the neighborhood doesn’t disturb the existing peace of the it.
If you find it difficult to introduce yourself to your neighbors, you can let them come to you by showing off your friendly side. Making your home look and feel welcoming will no doubt bring your neighbors around to compliment you on your efforts in no time!
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