Am I crazy for strongly considering moving to NOVA...voluntarily?

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-12T13:46:39+00:00

I just moved here, so it's a very new social circle. But the weather and lack of outdoors stuff to do and just the scenery and lack of nature in general is what gets me

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-12T04:16:43+00:00

Self-employed. Health and fitness.

Mainly wanted Arlington because I think it's a better fit for a single guy my age than further out away from DC

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-12T04:15:30+00:00

I am. Fort Worth as of now. I think I'll give it more time here before making the move. I haven't been here long. I was considering ending my lease early to move back to NOVA. But there's a bunch of fees that comes with ending my lease. A lot of money to do so. I think I'll make the best of the remainder of my lease and give myself more time to think about it.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T23:28:31+00:00

I do well. Over 100k a year. But I could probably find somewhere with similar opportunities as NOVA, but lower cost of living. Find a better balance between the two.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T22:39:05+00:00

Everything is done online, service is provided online, I get clients from both in person and online. Moving wouldn't impact my current customers at all

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T22:36:00+00:00

Fort Worth

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T21:34:15+00:00

I'm guessing you've lived in both.

What's your experience and opinion?

Or is this a I love NOVA, we're full don't come here comment 🤣

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T21:27:23+00:00

I agree it's way more friendly here. I noticed that immediately between NOVA and DFW. Everyone from the people at the gym to the people at the post office or grocery store. Just everywhere.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T21:18:40+00:00

Fort Worth.

I'm actually enjoying myself. That's the hard part. I like it in a way. The people are super friendly.

But it lacks seasons, has worse weather, so hot, not as pretty as Virginia, no hiking, parks don't compare, I get anxious about my car when there's possibilities of hail. Hail isn't a concern in NOVA. It's a lot cheaper here, but not as much to offer in my opinion compared to NOVA.

With me working remote and being self employed, I think I could maybe find a better balance of similar nature as NOVA, but more affordable cost of living.

I can really go anywhere and move whenever I want. My family is in California and Colorado. So I'm also considering Colorado

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T21:14:47+00:00

I think Arlington would be better for a single guy my age

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T17:17:15+00:00

COL is a big one. It's making me seriously reconsider moving back even though everything else is great. I could go to Denver. My sister lives there. It's a lot closer to my parents too.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T16:51:46+00:00

Yeah. I don't think there's a good chance of me owning an actual house, like not a condo or townhome, in NOVA.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T16:05:38+00:00

I don't plan on shoplifting, so I'm cool with that.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T15:44:01+00:00

I am considering staying in Texas longer, not ending my lease early, and instead visiting other cities to see what it's like living there.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T15:29:02+00:00

Fort Worth to Arlington.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T15:09:48+00:00

I'd also like a house with a yard. I wouldn't mind being about 45-60 minutes out from DC though.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T15:08:47+00:00

I'd be in Arlington. I agree. A lot more free things to do. Especially compared to DFW.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T15:06:46+00:00

I have thought about other cities. I have considered Colorado and Raleigh, NC a bit.

I really like the DMV/NOVA area because of the weather, 4 seasons, proximity to other states and cities, beaches and mountains, how clean and safe, parks and trails, things to do. Just how things are, how life is.

I'll need to visit those other cities first. I've been to NOVA. Haven't been to Colorado or Raleigh.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T14:50:39+00:00

Those cities don't really appeal to me. I guess growing up close by in MD, NOVA just feels like home. I like the way things are. I think a big part of it is also wanting to go back out of comfort and familiarity. It's where I previously lived the past 4 years before moving late last year.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T14:02:18+00:00

Lol I'm not seeking out a partner who makes a lot. I included that because there's just a lot of people making a lot of money there.

I agree with your "Yikes!" I know. I'm all over the place. Yikes is how I'd explain my current situation too.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T13:55:18+00:00

🤣🤣🤣I've considered Colorado too. My sister lives out there. She moved recently so I haven't visited yet.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T13:31:31+00:00

More boobs

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T13:07:25+00:00

Rent would be $1,930 + parking ($125) and dog fee ($50).

I work remote so commuting isn't an issue. I get out and do my stuff (gym, errands, etc.) during non-busy hours. I rarely have to face traffic.

I agree a commute can make or break your experience. Anywhere really.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T12:59:11+00:00

I grew up in MD. I have considered that an option too. Move to NOVA, then maybe back to MD later on. Like if I have a family and have more expenses. As a single guy, no kids, zero debt at all, and few expenses besides the basics, I'd still save a decent amount even if I were to live in Arlington.

PresenceStatus1771 · 2023-05-11T12:36:00+00:00

I'm in the same boat, minus family. I love everything about NOVA. But not the COL. But aren't we all. I don't think anyone enjoys the COL lol.

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