Quote Originally Posted by DetroitPlanner View Post
1. Low taxes should not be a factor in where to buy. Low taxes can often equate to having substandard schools, and substandard school districts are not desirable when you want to sell. Besides the difference is marginal particularly when you consider the incomes tax implications.

2. If you really want to save money you should invest in an area with low travel costs to work. Often times this means living a short-distance from your employment or along a transit corridor. The cost of oil is a heck of a lot more volatile than the property tax rate, and you get no tax savings from spending an extra $1,500-$2,500 a year in commute costs.
Excellent points. Here is a site whereby you can calculate your commuting costs. If looks pretty helpful. Check it out:

http://www.costofcommuting.com/refer...895fa626610724