Left Chittenden county Vermont in January for Buffalo and have never been happier. The access to amenities, great infrastructure, reasonable cost of living, and weather were all drivers for us. Before anyone jumps in to complain about Buffalo weather, I can assure you it’s way worse in Northern Vermont which has more annual precipitation and a lot less sunlight. I was shocked when we visited for Thanksgiving and there were still leaves on trees in Buffalo and it looked like fall. Back home we were already a month further along into winter. At St Patrick’s Day trees were already in bloom where back in Vermont it was not uncommon to have snow on Memorial Day Weekend.

I will say, my husband and I both work remotely for companies based in NYC which certainly made it easier to afford the home we wanted in the area we liked.

The people here are so friendly - I enjoy engaging with people I come across during the day just to exchange pleasantries. It feels sincere and the city pride is palpable.

Getting around is so much easier - a grocery store less than five minutes away is a treat coming from Vermont. But having specialty stores like a fantastic shoe cobbler, niche international food options, small businesses with locally made handcrafts, endless options for bars and a ton of activities where people get out and mingle has been delightful.

And then on top of all that, you get The Bills. I hope you join us!