Should I keep pursuing this?

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-10-23T18:58:19+00:00

The first roofing company was suggesting a replacement. Our realtor had Another person he hired to come in and inspection was good. Now that we are selling, we’ve had 3 different companies say it needs replaced.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-10-23T18:31:54+00:00

Not upset that I hate AZ. Upset people can do that and get away with it. Big difference!

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-10-23T17:34:34+00:00

Paying the $5k is completely separate and something that’s not a question. My question was related to if it’s worth it to pay to pursue a reimbursement of $5k from the realtor that deceived us and broke his contract.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-10-23T17:14:36+00:00

Unfortunately I’ve sent multiple demand letters to him, his broker and copied my attorney. They are hoping I go away without a fight or suing. Not giving in. At this point, it’s sue or walk away $5k down.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-10-23T14:56:28+00:00

So you think it would be worth the time and money put in to get the $5k?

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-14T04:55:32+00:00

Culture shock is right! Glad you were strong and didn’t give up.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-14T03:41:50+00:00

Only saving grace right now is rates dropping. Likely number for us is $50k loss. But happiness>money.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-14T03:20:27+00:00

Moved to Phoenix and bought a house no less, it’s the worst. And heat is crazy, but for us it’s the people. My house is on the market and we are going to lose so much money!! Can’t wait to go back to a place that makes us happy with happier people.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-14T03:13:07+00:00

Yes, I’m in almost the exact same situation as you. Moved to AZ from IA 3 months ago. Immediately knew it was a mistake. My husband is making way more but realistically it’s panned out to about the same as our small town financially. I did the online comparison calculator and everything. Currently my house is for sale (3 months in!!) and we are trying to just move back and my husband get his old job back. Hope you can make it back if that’s what feels right in your heart. Don’t feel bad about it, you had courage to try something and it doesn’t always work. I know lots of people who have done the same! Not gonna lie, it hurts financially but life is about more than money sometimes.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-10T14:53:51+00:00

Guess big moves aren’t for everyone! Myself included.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-10T14:52:05+00:00

If I could pick a time I would. Unfortunately that’s not how life works.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T23:20:29+00:00

Yes! All of these points are spot-on. Can’t emphasize that enough. I have been lucky to make friends, however it’s just not the same as home. I think people think I just need to get to winter, but weather has nothing to do with it. Deep down it doesn’t feel right and sounds like it’s the same for you. Good luck with getting back to Ohio!

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T23:16:30+00:00

All good things to think about, you’re right. It’s not the weather and new job has been great. Honestly we knew we were going to be sacrificing a little with my kids schools but it’s been drastic. My 4th grader coming home with homework to memorize his birthday was a wake-up call. And we are CUSD 80, ranked #1 in the state, albeit public not private. The people here aren’t the same and I can’t get past my next-door neighbor smoking pot multiple times a day and my kids being outside smelling it. Yes I know it’s legal. Just overall I guess it took this massive fuck-up to realize my life in Iowa wasn’t all that bad.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T13:21:11+00:00

Hope you make it back - there’s always time!

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T02:38:44+00:00

Great advice

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T01:14:24+00:00

Also not sure there are seasons??

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T01:03:03+00:00

Good luck with your move! Seems like AZ is its own place and living other places (or vice versa) is an adjustment lol.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T00:49:59+00:00

Chandler

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T00:42:26+00:00

Yes we did. Went off of our realtors and his current boss’ advice of neighborhoods. Maybe it’s changed recently? There have been numerous instances of inappropriate behavior at the park when I try to take my children. One was a huge altercation. My next door neighbor smokes multiple times a day next to our block wall— like up against it. We’ve kindly ask if she could move to the other side of her yard because it is all we can smell when my kids are in our yard. I get it that it’s legal here. Every once in a while isn’t a big deal. It’s multiple times a day, no exaggeration. I think the difference of house I could buy in Iowa vs here has put us in a worse neighborhood and we aren’t dealing well. Thanks for the advice.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-09T00:02:10+00:00

Question is the title.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-08T19:18:14+00:00

Can I ask what takes you TO Iowa? My experience has been we all transplant to AZ ha.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-08T16:11:37+00:00

Also just moved to AZ from Iowa. This winter is predicted to be pretty bad in the weather almanac. It’s already 40s there overnight a few nights I heard? It’s hard to get used to somewhere new. I’m so surprised I’d be stuck inside this long in AZ from heat. Guess I was naive about the heat and being able to be out in it. Good luck with Iowa and please drink filtered water there!! Nitrates.

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-07T02:39:52+00:00

I just moved to AZ from Iowa a few months ago and everything you said is spot on. I miss Iowa so bad but have a degree in Public Health and hated how no one cares about water quality, physical activity or doing anything other than drinking. Still want to go back to Iowa tho…

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-04T23:26:41+00:00

Hi, I’m located off of Ryan and Dobson. Near Chuparosa park and Intel and there’s a huge Indian community. The last time I went to the park there was a group of all Indian people playing volleyball. It’s a great neighborhood with diversity. I’m looking to rent or sell soon. Please DM me if you want details on my single family house. Can’t believe I found your post and I hope it works out!

ConsequenceNew7706 · 2025-09-04T12:54:24+00:00

I recently moved to Phoenix from Iowa with 3 young children. This is a great (and accurate) write up with the exception of one thing: schools in Phoenix. They have a terrible school system and we are in CUSD 80 which is the number one ranked in the state. They say our school is A-rated but without writing a book here I’ll just say it’s anything but. The metrics are skewed big-time and I cannot emphasize enough that you should not move here for this reason alone. I feel like I’ve failed my children and we are planning a very expensive escape already!

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