Santa Rosa county is located in Florida and according to Census, the 84th fastest growing county in the United States within 2000 and 2005. It's the home of paradise beaches and superb nature trails.

But how profitable or safe to build a home in Santa Rosa, Florida?

There are many handful variables when it comes to determining and answering your query. You may want to ask your realtor friends to determine information on crime rates, city background, economy, growth and development. Normally, the growth and development would be stagnant if they have the worst crime rate. You can also look up their city statistics or you can always ask a friend who has been in Santa Rosa for quite sometime. Primarily, they could give you clear ideas on what are the pros and cons of the county.

Here's the awards and nominations of Santa Rosa County:

2009 Florida Trend Best Companies to Work for in Florida

2009 Business Solutions Best Channel Vendor

2008 Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies

2007 Governor’s Business Diversification Entrepreneurship Award

2006 MS Exchange.org Readers Choice Award

2005 Computer Reseller News Best Security Product Finalist

You now have a pretty clear idea how your future finances would be in the future. Once you have done your research you are not ready yet. You still need to zero out a residence or neighborhood. You can play James Bond and assess the county limits of Santa Rosa. You can also call the Records Unit of Santa Rosa and inquire about the crime rate of the county. If your prospective new home is located outside the county limits, you could contact the law enforcement agency who has authority and jurisdiction in that area.

Here are a few helpful and important tips on buying a new home in Santa Rosa:

Do not sign any contract yet until you have done all your research and homework. This may cost you a few dollars on gas or hotel bills but will definitely give you a favorable return on investment.

Once you find a home/apartment which catches your interests, you can start checking on it and driving in circles around the area, and keep enlarging the circle. Observe closely the traffic flow to see if it is feasible and bearable for your needs (if there's too much congestion, how's the public transportation availability, is there undesirable foot traffic, etc.) Check how far or close the school locations(too far or too close; may pose a problem to some people). If you still continue to fall in love with what you see, park on one street near your planned residence during a weekday and survey the scene for an hour or two. Would you be surprised or annoyed or amazed with what you will see? If a neighbor thinks you're a burglar, then you can start introducing yourself and start the feeling of being part of the neighborhood. It's like a preview of what you will soon have, you could then start to ask questions. If, for any reason, you don't like them then don't stop yet. Assess your other parameters? Do you really want this person to be your future neighbor? How about the noise levels in the area, is it acceptable for you and the family? You could watch out for vehicular and foot traffic. Do they impress or annoy you? If you think it's not safe, you can always trust your instincts and you can move on the to next prospect. If you feel that you are comfortable with what you are seeing, you can come back during evening time be very on-guard for unfamiliar places.

Do not seclude your assessment to just one location. In a day, it's more favorable for you to check out less than 10 locations maybe and you can then pick the best one for you.

Buying a new home could be stressful but fulfilling when you finally see what kind of home and neighborhood you have finally

come home to.