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Starting a business in Montgomery?

I'm retired and Rent is about $1,507/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 54--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Would love some local perspective.
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Jackson Diaz
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.

I've been here 3 years and I have mixed feelings honestly. The thing nobody mentions is school system. It's established and it affects daily life more than you'd think.

That said, the job market is legit. And if you're into fishing, this place is surprisingly good.

Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Fairview side vs the Lakewood side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.

Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Jacob Jimenez
facts
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Ezekiel Garcia
Used to live on the Highland side, now on the Downtown side. Completely different vibe. it's not perfect but it works for me.
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Ruby Mitchell
yeah no that's not right
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Olivia Edwards
This.
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Olivia Miller
Came here for school and stayed because it's exactly what I was looking for. The safety is honestly challenging and I don't see that changing anytime soon.
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Santiago Mitchell
+1
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indygirl2023
We moved here with our family and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Schools in Maple Ridge area are better than expected. Kids love it here.
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