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Violet Wood
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Internet providers in Wellington?
Hi all, What would you do? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.
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milwaukee_josiah
yep
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Abigail Rodriguez
Gonna give a different perspective here since most replies seem hit or miss.
I've been here 6 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
I've been here 6 years and there are trade-offs but the good outweighs the bad. The thing nobody mentions is cost of living. It's growing and it affects daily life more than you'd think.
That said, the cultural scene is legit. And if you're into biking, this place is tough.
Neighborhood matters A LOT here. The Springfield side vs the Maple Ridge side are basically different cities. Make sure you visit both before deciding.
Give it a chance - it might surprise you..
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Hunter Edwards
I'm a data analyst and I've found it exceeded my expectations. The community is hit or miss and there's always something going on.
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Abigail R.
Great question. I'll try to be comprehensive here.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Charlotte about 2 years ago. The main reasons were work and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
I'm a lawyer who relocated here from Charlotte about 2 years ago. The main reasons were work and my partner's job.
Pros I've experienced:
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- Good internet infrastructure
- Strong sense of community
Cons that are real:
- Traffic during rush hour is rough
- Limited shopping options
Financially, we've found it excellent compared to where we came from. It's gotten pricier but still beats the coasts. Groceries are manageable, gas is better than expected.
Socially, it's not perfect but it works for me. Hope this helps!.
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Jeremiah
I've lived in Fairview for about 15 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The dating scene scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
it's exactly what I was looking for. When I first moved here from Baltimore, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Cost of living is very reasonable
- Friendly community, easy to meet people
- The dating scene scene is surprisingly good
The downsides:
- Winters are long and cold
- Property taxes are high
Overall I'd rate it 9/10 for remote workers. Hope this helps!.
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Aurora Hughes
I've lived in Sunset for about 6 years now, so I can give you a pretty detailed perspective.
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Diverse dining options
- The housing market scene is improving
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
it exceeded my expectations. When I first moved here from New York, I was surprised by traffic. It took some adjustment but now I wouldn't trade it.
A few things worth knowing:
- Strong job market in several industries
- Diverse dining options
- The housing market scene is improving
The downsides:
- Road conditions need improvement
- Limited shopping options
Overall I'd rate it 8/10 for families. Happy to answer more specific questions..
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Lucy N.
Moved here from Atlanta about 2 years ago. I genuinely enjoy living here. Still getting used to cultural scene but Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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Avery R.
I'm a electrician and I've found it's exactly what I was looking for. The community is improving and there's always something going on.
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Adrian H.
glad someone said it
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Samuel R.
Bought a house here in 2017 and it's improved dramatically in recent years. Property values have gone up significantly since then.
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Audrey Brooks
+1
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Avery R.
Saving this thread
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James O.
This.
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Ellie Richardson
OK so I've been meaning to write this for a while. I moved here 11 years ago from LA and here's my honest breakdown:
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
Housing: Older homes are where the value is. We're paying /mo for a 1-bed in Downtown. It's tough for what you get.
Jobs: The market is developing right now, especially in legal. If you're in tech you might struggle.
People: Generally better than expected. It took about 7 months to build a solid friend group.
Food: hit or miss. Tons of options if you like Asian.
Your mileage may vary depending on what you're looking for..
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