


|
All agents are NOT alike! Find out why we are top real estate experts. Call us at: 404-235-8950.
|

Find Out About the Latest Homes for Sale First! We add our newest homes and other real estate listings to this web site first. It can be some time before they appear in the MLS. Find Out More > View All Offers >
|

Michael Balk ..if you are selling or buying a house, you will not find a better, more thorough, honest & knowledgeable realtor than Mark & his associates. Michael Balk, MD Read Quote > View All Quotes >
|
Compare three mortgages at one time.
Download TripleCalc now. It's free.
|

Mark Brandwine and Company are
some of The Top Selling Real Estate Experts Find Out More > |
|
|
 |
Check Out These Special Offers From Our Affiliates! Just for you from the affiliates of our web site! Please take advantage of the following special offers... 

 |
Buying Land and New Construction >What About the Water
If you are considering buying acreage, your real estate agent will probably supply you with basic information about the soil quality, zoning and property boundaries. Whether you intend to build a vacation home or a working horse ranch, you'll also need to know about the water quality and quantity.
If the land is not in an area where water is supplied and tested by a municipal water system, you will need to drill a well for drinking water even if the land has surface sources that provide water for irrigation. Instead of paying monthly water bills, you'll be investing a substantial sum to drill the well and maintain it over time. Contact the county water department to determine how many gallons per minute you and your family (or agricultural business) will require. Talk to the neighbors to find out how long it actually takes to obtain permits to drill for water in that area, and get estimates from local companies on drilling costs.
With a little detective work and help from your agent you can discover any local problems with contamination of the water supply due to toxic substances. Surface waters such as streams, ponds or lakes may be considered public property, and may require you to obtain a water use permit from the state in order to dam a creek or pump water from a supply that sits on your land.
|
 |
| Q |
What took over 30,000 workmen to construct and is considered the second largest palace in the world?
|
| A |
The Palace of Versailles, 14 miles southwest of Paris and completed in 1682, is famous for its size and its beauty.
|
See More Real Estate Trivia > |
|
|
|
|