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Starting a business in Carey?
Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots.
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George G.
Bought a house here in 2015 and it exceeded my expectations. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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George B.
I've lived in Old Town for about 13 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
- The dating scene scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from LA, I was surprised by outdoor recreation. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Good schools in most areas
- Strong job market in several industries
- The dating scene scene is average
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Road conditions need improvement
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for remote workers. Happy to answer more specific questions..
39 upvotes
Eli Parker
Hot take but it's been a really good experience overall. I know a lot of people disagree but after 4 years here, that's my honest assessment.
23 upvotes
Leonardo W.
I'm a marketing manager and I've found it's improved dramatically in recent years. The community is challenging and there's always something going on.
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Ariana Watson
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 12 years ago. The main reasons were work and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Four distinct seasons
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is average.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!.
I'm a social worker who relocated here from Pittsburgh about 12 years ago. The main reasons were work and work.
Pros I've experienced:
- Great outdoor activities nearby
- Four distinct seasons
- Good airport with direct flights
Cons that are real:
- Nightlife is limited
- Limited high-paying job options
Financially, we've found it tough compared to where we came from. Lots of new construction which should help. Groceries are wild, gas is average.
Socially, it's exactly what I was looking for. Hope this helps!.
16 upvotes
Sophie Castillo
I've lived in Springfield for about 8 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good airport with direct flights
- The dating scene scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I wouldn't want to live anywhere else right now. When I first moved here from Phoenix, I was surprised by housing market. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Low crime in most neighborhoods
- Good airport with direct flights
- The dating scene scene is challenging
The downsides:
- Rising rent and home prices
- Bugs and humidity in summer
Overall I'd rate it 7/10 for retirees. Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Nova Ortiz
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 12 years ago from Dallas and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in West. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Hope this helps!.
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 3-bed in West. It's average for what you get.
Jobs: The market is competitive right now, especially in marketing. If you're in consulting you might struggle.
People: Generally underrated. It took about 16 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: surprisingly good. Tons of options if you like BBQ.
Hope this helps!.
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