Good Neighbors

12 Good (Financial) Reasons To Get To Know Your Neighbors

1. Peaceful Living

It can be far more peaceful to live among neighbors that like and respect each other, especially when they’re living in close proximity. Respectful neighbors are less likely to invade your space, be loud and rowdy, and make overall daily life stressful.

2. Safety First

Good neighbors watch out for each other and their property. Living in a proactive neighborhood can increase your family’s safety, as multiple sets of eyes and ears can help thwart criminal activity and promote a safer area. It’s really nice to be able to give the neighbors a heads-up that you’re going to be out-of-town, and be able to say “hey, can you keep an eye on our place?” That’s an added level of security to have real-live eyes and ears looking out for you and your property.

3. Back Up Supplies

There’s the old cliché about neighbors and a borrowed cup of sugar. It really is convenient to have someone close by who can help you out when you need to finish dinner or borrow a shovel.

4. Joint Ventures

If your neighbors live close by, you can join forces to beautify and build connections in the neighborhood. Plant a mutual garden, coordinate flower colors, or host a multi-family yard sale together. Share lawn mowing responsibilities or other chores around the homestead.

5. Family Camaraderie

Neighborhood get-togethers can be a lot of fun and super convenient since everyone lives close by. Neighborhood kids have other kids to play with and a safe environment to be active.

6. Family Support

Neighbors are often very supportive of each other’s family needs, especially where the kids are concerned. Good neighbors can be helpful for emergency childcare and generally keeping a lookout for safety. 

7. Vacation Help

Good neighbors can be especially helpful when you are away from home. They can keep an eye on your property, take in your mail, and walk your dog.

8. Social Circle

Some neighborhoods thrive on over-the-fence conversations each day. Having someone close by to socialize with can create wonderful friendships that may not have otherwise happened. Now that the weather is warm a lot of the neighbors will sit on the stoop out front and talk.

9. Good Advisors

Neighbors can be a source of good advice and are conveniently located when you need some guidance.

10. Business Networking

Your neighborhood connections can be a positive for your career. Your neighbors have friends and family of their own and can be instrumental in helping you promote your business or find the contacts you need for successful business connections. Many time’s in business it truly is who you know.

11. Errand Help

Many neighbors enjoy helping each other out and are happy to pick up some groceries, stop at the post office, or pick up your dry cleaning while they are on their own errand runs.

12. Source of Help

If you are ever laid up due to an injury or an illness, a kind next-door neighbor can be a great source of help during your recovery. They are close by for assistance when you need it most.