How to Determine Drive Times and Commutes

The length of the commute to work determines the area in which many buyers choose to look for a home. Proximity to work can outrank quality of schools and affordability of homes.

Here are some interesting sites to add to your knowledge of the costs to drive:

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  http://www.cost2drive.com/ is the most fun. Input your vehicle model make and year, home address, and work address and a simple calculator gives you commuting costs.



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  Input the search term "field guide to commuting" at http://www.realtor.org/ for the most exhaustive information on commuting in the Metroplex.



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  Rate the affordability of an area taking into account transportation costs at http://www.htaindex.cnt.org/.

All of these sites can help you decide between two similar homes in different areas or the best areas to pursue based on commuting costs.

Are you looking to make your commute shorter with a new home? Call the local real estate experts at the Grove Team, Keller Williams to start your new home search! (817) 337-0000