Gloria
You might want to consider both Bethlehem, Palmer and Forks Township particularluy the first to due to access to Routes 33 and I-78. There are townhome developmemts and adult communities, if you are interesed it those, in the area.
I am a realtor with Coldwell Banker Heritage in Bethlehem and you can reach me at 610-691-6666 or 610-730-2734

Nic Zawarski & Sons at Willow Bend are well respected and reputable builders. As far as saftey and water problems are concerned you should have no issues. The property is not on any flood plain and the community is extremely safe. If you are not to familiar with the Lehigh Valley you can pass up on some great neighborhoods and potential money savings deals. But no matter where you move to getting into Long Island is always a hassel. Good Luck to you and your family, if you have any questions about the area or commuting to NYC please feel free to call me I am A full-time Realtor with Century 21 Pinnacle.

Anthony Palmieri
Realtor
Century 21 Pinnacle
Office:(610) 691 0535
Cell: (610) 570 3416
e-mail: anthony.palmieri@century21.com

I am a mortgage lender that handles the Bethlehem, PA area. I would love to help you with the financing of your new purchase. I can have an approval ready for you in minutes. Please feel to contact me with any questions you may have. Remember, it is always a good idea to get a second opinion on your financing options.

Robert A. Small
Mortgage Specialist
American Mortgage, Incorporated
Toll Free (888) 270-9808
Cell (443) 417-8944
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Hi Gloria, I would ask the builder is the area is prone to flooding. You can also ask residents that are already residing there. If you are working with a realtor, you can have the realtor research this for you. As far as being a safe neighborhood go on to the website for the area the home is in. Such as Bethlehem township, bethlehem, ect. The webside will usually have crime stats on it. I have heard nothing negative about the builders of this developement. I Hope this helped and if I can be of any assistance please don't hesitate to call. Realtors often work with builders of new construction.
Good luck to you,
Melinda Nicholson
Prudential Patt White
610-762-9335

I am never too busy for your referrals