I'm considering moving to Houston, TX?
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Houston traffice is a night mare.  If you moved to Katy you would have to travel the Katy Freeway and that's the worst one.  Tomball is a nice place, dont know much about Spring.  We live in Dayton, about 50 miles out.  Actualyy, we live in Tarkington, which is out in the country.  Very nice.
1080820
I am from a small community outside of Big Spring, it is called Lenorah.  Big Spring schools aren't very good.  Lenorah has a six man 1a school---Grady ISD.  They accept transfers.  It is an exemplerary school district, which means it has gone beyond Texas standards on testing.  Trust me, you don't want to live in Big Spring, it is dirty and has a lot of crime.   Big Spring, Stanton, and Lenorah are all within 15 minutes of each other.  You won't find very many retail jobs if that is what you are asking about.  But, the oil business is really booming down here (I live in Midland now, it's a great town, and the closest big town to Big Spring besides Lubbock).  All the oil companies are in need of secretaries and record keepers.  The Big Spring paper is called the Herald and you can look at jobs and houses for rent in the classifieds.  Houses cost more to rent now with the oil boom and all.But Big spring will be cheaper to live than Midland, but I urge you not to move there.  Lenorah has a few houses to rent, but you have to know who to ask and it is in the country (I don't know if you are used to that)  Stanton has a few too, and they will be listed in either the Herald, Martin county messenger, or Midland County Reporter Telegram.  Here are the websites.  Good luck!  Oh and there is a smaller school outside of Big Spring (still in Howard county) called Forsan ISD.  It is way better than the Big Spring schools.  I don't know if they take transfers or if you have to be in their district.
1091545
If you buy in vegas now you will be buying at the high end of the spectrum.  Are you buying as in an investment?  Or for personal residence?   The most undervalued markets are in Texas.  Houston, Dallas, El Paso, San Antonio and College Station being the most undervalued. Its not a totally bad idea, being vegas is one of the most sought after cities to live in.  Just buyer beware.  You could be stuck with an overpriced property and trying recoup your intial investment would be a problem if the market goes south.  Do your due diligence, make sure you buy a property that is undervalued and needs some TLC, invest in some sweat equity.  Don't ever buy a property for the going price.  It takes time to find such a property but its a much lower risk if you do that!  Good luck
1098025
I moved to Phoenix from Texas in Feb '04, and I LOVED it.  Was there for about 9 months, before a position opened up in California.  I would DEFINITELY move back to Phoenix if the opportunity arises again.\n\nIt is HOT, but everything they say about it being a "dry heat" is true.  In Texas, the avg humidity was usually in the 80's, and it was miserable.  In the Phoenix area, during the summer, the temperatures may reach 110 +, but the humidity is usually in the low teens.  I think it rained 3 times in the 9 months I was there, and I NEVER sweated. \n\nThe Phoenix area is also a pretty good-sized metro area, with plenty of stuff to do.  And the populace is pretty friendly, compared to most other places I've lived or visited.  The housing market is pretty buyer-friendly, as construction is booming, and there's a steady stream of people of all ages and backgrounds moving there from all around the country.\n\nGood luck, and enjoy!
874020
I applied there and  got a scholarship (half tuition payed for) and all but alas, I thought that the University of Houston was better (They offered more scholarship money) and closer to home.  I can still probably help your friend with their research.
186911
Go to Texas.  Much more reasonable cost of living.
649422
Hi, I am from Woverhapton, but my mom is from Derby. I now live in houston, TX. I think you have a good chance of going up.
97017
I am not from Houston but could you look in the phone book and see if there is a Habitat for Humanity listed? Perhaps they can help you. Also, if you attend a church, perhaps your minister could ask for volunteers to come over to help do some home repairs and painting etc. There are many retired folks still in good health that may just have the time and desire to  be of service. Also look under Senior Services in the phone book as well under the city or country that you are living and call them. They can give you some leads. I know what a fixed income is, believe me!!! Good luck and I hope you can get some help. Oh, one more thought....call the High School closest to you and ask if there are any groups at school such as The Student Counsil or kids that are taking woodshop classes that could help you. It never hurts to ask. All they can say is, "No" so let's hope there is help out there for you.
54319
You are so lucky! This is going to be such a great adventure for you. Where you choose to live will depend upon your financial situation...there are some wonderful neighborhoods that are expensive, like Pacific Heights. The Mission District has some nice places to live but is less costly. Wherever you locate, you'll be able to get around with ease on the city bus systems and you will probably have the experience of your life.
865446
I like Houston, Texas. The cost of living compared to other cities is relatively low and we do not have state income tax here in Texas. The weather gets hot, but bearable and we have lovely mild winters.
185599
If you are in the greater Houston TX. area,\nCall Sheltering Arms they might help you.
60872
I wouldn't WANT to live in either... but, I guess it would be Baytown. Houston is too big...I like small towns and living in the country. That kind of rules out Baytown,too. LOL!
242847
yes but then I live in TX
316041
If you want to teach in Houston, then you are an idiot.  Chances of you surviving are slim to none.  Go outside Houston area if you're smart.  Or, if you have a Mexican Rape fetish, go ahead and teach in Greater Houston area.  You're an adult ... make up  your own mind, but be Warned.
718824
It would depend on the tax base - and the tax is 6% of what? Assessed value?\n\nYou may want to look at comparable US cities; Houston has a population of around 2 million - you can see their financial statements by following the link below.\n\nYou may also want to look at cities like Detroit (with auto mfg) and cities in the south with large cotton producing areas
672404
Because of my husbands job (pilot)....otherwise I wouldn't live in Texas....I'd be in a beautiful place like northern CA where I grew up or Montana....somewhere where you can go outside and not be eaten alive by bugs or melt in the heat...or have to listen to cocky Texans talk about how GREAT their crappy state is!!!!!
715163
clear lake is pretty nice freindswood is good pearland is nice all cities around houston..i am from there i am in south america right now but will be back dec 21...dont go to 3rd ward or any ward for that matter