I may be relocating to Phoenix from Wisconsin for a job. Lots of money and challenging job. I guess I'm nervous about how big the city is and how far away from home I'll be. I've wanted to get the hell out of here for a while now, but now that I'm facing that opportunity, it's frankly kind of scary. I'd be moving by myself - single gal in early 30's. Any advice? Words of wisdom?
2006-11-19 01:53:43 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Oh, this job is in Northern Scottsdale.
2006-11-19 02:14:59 · update #1
If you are unhappy with your job, with your local area, or with your current life in general, you are wise to look for greener pastures (or at least a browner desert). Do not let yourself me miserable and end up 50 years old and wish you had made a move.
Moving can be nerve-wracking; I have lived in 5 states in the past 20 years, so I understand. Ask the new company if they have a sponsor program. That sponsor would send you information about the local area ---housing, utility companies, schools in the area, and a good map of the area. Getting information on the mundane things like this makes it easier to think about the things that are more important.
Think back to how recently you were in high school. Now look forward that same amount of time and realize how fast life moves. Do not let yourself be unhappy if you have a chance to make a change. Take a chance on yourself. Good Luck!
Edit- I read your question again. I lived near Milwaukee for 3 years. Aside from the Friday fish-frys, I do not miss much. Again, Good Luck!
2006-11-19 03:09:46 · answer #1 · answered by jpbofohio 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
The greater Phoenix area is very spread out, and is comprised of more than 20 cities and towns. There are good areas and bad areas. There is plenty of crime here--we are the 6th largest city in the country, and with that comes good and bad.
Having said that, I have always lived in neighborhoods where I felt I could walk at night, and I have never been a crime victim.
If you can, avoid the downtown or city center of every city in the metro Phoenix area. This should not be a surprise. Unless you enjoy downtown urban living, you'll find that the suburbs are where people want to live. That's where there are restaurants and malls and movies and backyards and barbecues, etc.
If the rent/cost of the home seems too good to be true, it is. There are no bargains here. You will not find an apartment for rent for $350/month. You will not find a home in a nice area for $70,000. Rental charges and home prices are certainly cheaper than some cities, like San Francisco or New York, but they are pretty much on the national average.
When selecting a neighborhood, go there during the day, and then visit at night. Look at who your neighbors will be, and the types of cars on the streets and in the driveways. Look at the neighborhood businesses. Are they pawn shops, coin operated laundries, payday loan places, thrift stores and day-labor offices? Are there strip clubs or bars? These are legitimate businesses, but having those in the neighborhood will give you clues with respect to the economics of the area.
And finally, weather. With its arid climate Phoenix has been ranked the hottest city in the United States, and one of the hottest in the world. The temperature in Phoenix registers at least 100 °F (38 °C) or more on an average of 90 days out of the year, mostly between June and September. Most days are sunny, and rainfall is scarce, although there are thunderstorms sometimes during between July and September caused by humid air blowing in from the Gulf of California. Winters bring mild, sunny days, with occasional fog. Snow is rare, but has been recorded, but frost is frequent in winter months.
2006-11-19 02:09:44 · answer #2 · answered by Smurfetta 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Girl, this is wonderful, I think Phoenix is a wonderful place. It's hot but that's still really cool (metaphor, lol). You being single and in your 30's is a wonderful way to just explore and see what's out there. I wish u the best and have fun. Get some cool friends, you could start networking already. B careful and move up that corporate ladder!!! I commend you!!!
2006-11-19 02:26:31 · answer #3 · answered by MadameJazzy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hot place but more than likley you work in an office. Go for it.
You can't loose. Sometimes you got to jump out there.
2006-11-19 02:04:27 · answer #4 · answered by thresher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Jump at it. I went from California to the UK!
2006-11-19 02:06:21 · answer #5 · answered by Cali Dude 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋