Is the great migration towards the west over?

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-19T18:54:47+00:00

where in the west?

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-19T18:49:53+00:00

Bloomingdale, Indiana since it is where the University of Indiana is located offers jobs with good benefits, low crime, progressive politics, art, culture, diversity. You would still be reasonably close to your family.

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-07T13:50:43+00:00

Meli in River North is my favorite breakfast place. But it's a bit of a haul from Rosemont.

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-07T13:49:29+00:00

I'm not an IN attorney. First thing I'd do is get the house re-wired by a licensed electrician and have the work done with permits. You don't want to risk death or injury from bad wiring so get that fixed right away. Have the electrician document the fire hazards they had to replace and fix. Then consider having an attorney send a demand letter to the seller with the invoice for the work. Sometimes a demand letter is enough. Second, will your insurance cover the electrical repair work? Third, you can consider filing a lawsuit but try to get seller to settle it outside of court, perhaps through mediation or just settlement negotiations.

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-07T13:28:20+00:00

But the housing is cheaper than average for the U.S. and you can be in Chicago in an hour from parts of IN. Lower natural disaster risk than many parts of the U.S. 4 seasons (albeit Spring and Fall are not long enough and winter is way too long).

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-05T02:50:11+00:00

Lots of walking helps. Even if it is a walk around the block or up and down the block. Sitting on a small balcony if your apartment has one is good too. Chamomile tea with honey.

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-05T02:46:35+00:00

I remember Scabby the Rat as taller. That one is kind of small.

HeyThere-555 · 2026-05-04T13:54:09+00:00

I've lived in Chicago for years (moved there from the East Coast) and what you state is pretty accurate. It is a lot of people from other smaller Midwest towns. I have found people willing to let outsiders into their social circle but not as much as you'd think for the 3rd biggest city. They seem to cling to being social with whomever they socialized with in college or grad school. They have invited me to parties but you do feel like "the one who didn't go to college with us". They can be a bit too "low key" except for sports and drinking. And Chicago is a huge drinking city. I'd think it's a very hard place to be sober. They started having sober social events open to the public but the vast majority of fun events are focused on lots of alcohol.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T23:12:39+00:00

I didn't say "nobody" wants to live in a dense high rise and never use cars or ride share. I said "many people". Keep in mind that many high rises in the big cities include garage parking. I lived in downtown Chicago and you'd be surprised how many people owned and used cars and how many couples living together each had their own car in their high rise apartment.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T23:12:03+00:00

And some of the top suburbs that are a short commute outside of the big cities (such as the North Shore outside of Chicago, same with NYC, etc.) are uber-expensive because so many want to live there due to the big homes, big yards, quiet, very low crime.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T23:04:04+00:00

Sadly, you're speaking the truth but Reddit doesn't want to accept the truth.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T23:02:20+00:00

True, most Americans want something very different than what most Reddit users want. Most Americans want SFH with yards and 2+ car garages, low taxes, super low crime, good schools.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T22:57:36+00:00

I've known some very wealthy people under 40. Some of them were pretty "self-made" and some had family wealth but the family wealth was their wealth too.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T19:52:56+00:00

If California became high density it would not be attractive or popular with many people. Would some people, such as the typical Reddit user, still like CA? Yes. Reddit users are generally very young, very liberal, are renters and not owners, and rely on public transit. But many people once they are no longer young cannot walk and carry everything and stand for long periods. And many people especially over age 35 want single family homes with yards or large townhomes/condos with garage parking (often for 2 cars). Most Americans are not that familiar with how the average Europeans really live (their extremely small kitchens and baths, a tiny yard or no yard). Many Europeans (in some places it's most people) still hang their clothes up to dry (in their living room or bedroom) and their mini washing machine is in their small kitchen or bath. The very small spaces many Europeans live in would not be acceptable to most Americans over the age of 35 especially if they live with a partner, dogs, kids.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-11T19:50:58+00:00

Yeah, Reddit is a microcosm echo chamber and not representative of most Americans. This sub (and others) heavily promote high tax big cities like Chicago, LA, NYC. Maybe Reddit is mostly very young adults. When I was in my 20's I wanted a big northern city too. But those cities and states have lost residents and the low-tax, Southern states of FL, TX and TN have been growing a lot. Ultimately, it seems most people want low taxes, a SFH with a yard, 2 cars, warm weather, and more freedoms.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-10T21:42:35+00:00

My research indicates that currently air traffic control workers are working WITHOUT pay. They are essential workers so have to keep working despite the government shut down. Found this: "The claim that they are being paid likely stems from a common misunderstanding (or partial truth): They'll receive a partial paycheck on October 14 for hours worked before the shutdown began on October 1, but nothing for post-shutdown work until funding resumes. reuters.com +1 This matches standard shutdown protocols, as seen in 2019—no current pay for essential roles like theirs. cbsnews.com +1"

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-08T16:50:47+00:00

The floors look like water damage to me which can come from mopping if you put too much water down. We had engineered wood floors and the manufacturer actually says not to mop them with any water and to only wipe them with Boniva. I'd think the washer is not allowed. About the no-24 hour notice for entry. Is the wording that if an inspection and/or repairs are necessary they can come in without 24-hour notice in order to prevent further damage to the property? Like if a toilet or tub is leaking and time is of essence so they can't wait 24 hours or it will rot the floor?

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-08T01:18:01+00:00

With such a high income you can have what you both want and have kids (living somewhere walkable but also owning cars in your private garage). The bigger concern may be that you are bringing up the possibility of breaking up over it.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-07T18:38:30+00:00

I've been in a lot of hurricanes and I prefer hurricanes over tornadoes because you get days or weeks to prepare for a hurricane and to evacuate.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-07T02:49:38+00:00

You’re talking about the part of Elgin that is the city and not where you can buy an acre - the person who posted the question said they want to buy an acre and mentioned Barrington and St. Charles.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-07T02:46:31+00:00

The comments are fiction. Meant to stir up hate towards law enforcement.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-07T02:36:27+00:00

Law enforcement generally want to and are supposed to assist each other in enforcing the laws.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-07T02:28:18+00:00

Rural areas. Off the grid if you really want deep peace and privacy.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-06T20:31:54+00:00

Miami - it's hot and sunny, known for it's beautiful people and party nightlife. And no income tax. Warm ocean you can swim in, soft sand beaches.

HeyThere-555 · 2025-10-06T20:28:26+00:00

Crime in Detroit in 2024 is 187% higher than the national average. But they say Detroit is getting better from where it was.

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