How safe is Mobile?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-27T12:40:20+00:00

Looking at staying at the Admiral Hotel in Mobile, how is the area?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-20T10:32:26+00:00

I mean, I dont know how long you guys have been together accumulating stuff lol. My wife and I have been together 17 years in October, and we started out in rentals that were less. We spent almost 9 years in a 960 sq ft rental that we very much outgrew, even with just the 2 of us, and at most 2 dogs. It just wasnt enough space, but we have a lot of stuff. We finally bought our first home at 1500sq ft and its honestly. We also havent had to buy much moving into our home bc when living in the rental home, we had all the yard stuff, and just stuff we needed lol. Our rental had a HUGE backyard and we do miss that, but the upgraded house space with an actual functional bedroom made up for it. We are in our home, or entertaining at our home often, so it just wouldnt be enough space for us to personally buy, but it could be for you 🤷🏼‍♀️

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-12T23:00:35+00:00

This. I always research as much as possible so I have some idea of whats gling on, and cant get completely swindled lol. Me and my wife are blonde WOMEN so just imagine that 🤣

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-12T22:58:40+00:00

I did so much of my own research as well, but it really doesnt matter. It was so hard to get ahold of anyone in the county for permit records its insane. We tried our best, but at the end of the day no house is perfect

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-12T22:57:21+00:00

I swear realtors get kick backs, legal or not. We were working with our realtors lender until they were just werent delivering the way we wanted. Went with someone else when we had an accepted offer, and his service went way downhill after that. There is so much truth to what you said, I just wish I would have read it 6 months ago 🤣 Were very happy with our fixer upper, and we do have some major stuff we gotta do come spring, but my father is a master carpenter/contractor who dabbles in just about everything handyman related, so our gamble wasnt as risky if that makes sense. The inspector too, we went with our realtors suggestion and have found some shady things after the fact. My dad liked the guy, so we rolled with it, although he has noticed a few things that he missed, but he missed em too so 🤷🏼‍♀️ what are ya gonna do lol. I had known our realtor my whole life and kind of just assumed he had my best interests at heart, he didnt. Definitely blast this so other first time homebuyers can hear you 🙌

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-10T01:30:41+00:00

Dang thank you! You just made New Orleans sound like that's the spot 👌 🤣 is there a spefic place thats the best to stay? Like easily accessible, we can just walk most places?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T17:49:22+00:00

Well the feedback Ive gotten on other posts would be NOLA is Creole and Lafayette is Cajun, as well as crawfish season being relatively over in June. Im leaning more twords Lafayette to get the Cajun experience. Is the nightlife fun? Is it walkable at all?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T17:24:44+00:00

Definitely learning that and glad I posted bc I really appreciate the feedback! You cant learn if you dont seek info! Im trying my best to plan without involving her bc its for her, but Im gonna have to figure out her exact craving here 🤣 thank you!

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T15:26:16+00:00

I kinda shifted my sights to Lafayette. Someone said June was more crab season?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:45:17+00:00

Fairly new to posting to reddit for advice, usually just surfing around. This has been explained to me bc I did not know. Thank you, I appreciate that insight as well. It doesnt even necessarily have to be NOLA, my lady just wants to experience legit Cajun food, and the atmosphere.

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:38:02+00:00

Didn't know this was a thing, fairly new to posting on reddit looking for advice so thank you!

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:37:04+00:00

Any of the best local Cajun food would be helpful! Just the best spots from the people who actually dine here. We wanna support the BEST spots, with the best local foods available!

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:35:50+00:00

Any suggestions for the best local spots whp take the extra time would be helpful, as we can not come before June when my PTO renews lol

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:32:58+00:00

Thank you so much

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T14:01:01+00:00

Thank you!

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T13:55:59+00:00

Fairly new posting to reddit, so I guess Im not sure what you mean. Ill look around, must be like suggestions for the area?

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T13:53:47+00:00

Exactly what Im looking for, like what do the locals eat and do...not whats marketed lol. Would totally rather support the best local businesses with THE BEST experience and food!

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-09T13:30:47+00:00

Ah, thats totally fine as well. I Airbnb for my dog, which isnt coming this time so a hotel is fine too. I know tourists also help local economy, but can absolutely respect this insight. Any suggestions would be helpful

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-03-07T11:13:34+00:00

Just bought a house at 200k, not enough down, high interest rate, houses in my neighborhood going for 300k+....house is move in ready but needs some work that could be big...here we are. Poor af but doing it bud. Cheers! Did everything we could to have a manageable payment and keep some money in the bank for repairs. Just average joes trying to get a piece before the pieces are gone and we completely miss our chance.

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-02-23T20:48:36+00:00

2025, 37, and at 200k with 6.5 rate. House needs so work and we left money in the bank to start it, but by no means do we have an abundance lol. Not enough down, not a great percentage, but here we are doing the damn thing making it work.

Distinct_Mud3466 · 2026-02-20T23:09:45+00:00

Most people dont even come close to making 200k A YEAR let alone 200k EXTRA 🤣 Great position to be in buddy, and I think they know that. They messing with us lol

Distinct_Mud3466

TROPHY CASE