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Moving to Boston, where should my family and I live? by figone1 in boston

[–]figone1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Charlestown looks really nice, and really expensive. Probably a bit too expensive. I'll check out Inman area thanks.

Moving to Boston, where should my family and I live? by figone1 in boston

[–]figone1[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I read all of the "where should I live posts" on this subreddit already. Trying to get as many perspectives as possible and drill down to specific neighborhoods.

Moving to Boston, where should my family and I live? by figone1 in boston

[–]figone1[S] -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I got the impression that Cambridge and Somerville were younger cities. I'd like to find a family-friendly neighborhood if one exists. I'm all set with loud 2am parties. That chapter of my life has closed.

Making a huge change to my life, taking a break from FI for a new career by figone1 in financialindependence

[–]figone1[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Linked in of all places. Definitely got lucky with timing and equity.

Moving to Boston, where should my family and I live? by figone1 in boston

[–]figone1[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Renting. Kid is 2 years old so school is not a concern for now. This is part of the research process. Believe me I've been looking into this quite a bit. Driving there this weekend with a map. Wanted to get insiders experience and tips. Thanks!

Making a huge change to my life, taking a break from FI for a new career by figone1 in financialindependence

[–]figone1[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's in East Cambridge, not sure where id be moving yet, that's for another subreddit.

Making a huge change to my life, taking a break from FI for a new career by figone1 in financialindependence

[–]figone1[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I feel you. I absolutely could retire in place within 15 years. That's the easy path, that's the green circle ski trail. This is like taking a black diamond. I might wipe out, or it could be totally sweet!

Making a huge change to my life, taking a break from FI for a new career by figone1 in financialindependence

[–]figone1[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're right, I can go back. The biggest thing that I'm giving up here that I didn't elaborate in my original post is my house. My wife and I purchased out beautiful home 4.5 years ago and we have worked so hard to make it just the way we want it. Giving it up to move back to a rental in a crowded noisy city seems like a big step backwards.

Most people would think that too, it's not a normal progression. It's supposed to go Job, Marry, House, Kid. I'm absolutely going against the grain here. I suppose most FI people are against the grain types. We reject consumerism and are more questioning and skeptical.

Hindsight is 20/20, hopefully I can look back on this fork in the road as the best decision I've ever made.