Have you moved out of your hometown for a job?
414025
I had to leave my hometown because I never could have started my business and been successful there.  The market for what I wanted to do simply did not exist there.  I moved to Southern California from Ohio.  When I first moved out here, I phoned almost daily and visited several times a year.  I missed my Papa immensely and felt a huge hole in my heart without his presence in my daily life.  But, he always encouraged me, gave advice when asked and never made me regret moving so far from home.
441615
Yes if I had reasons and opportunities there.\n\nIf this was someone I had known for a while, I could find a job there and had a reason to live there I definitely would.  But I would never move just for them.  It puts all sorts of extra stresses on the relationship, if the person coming doesn't have a job waiting, or living arrangements, or a real reason to be there other than that person.\n\nI can understand wanting to make a relationship work, and it won't while there's such a distance. However, just one sacrificing everything for the other, doesn't work.
536311
Moving to a big city.
297657
We have relocated many times: \n\nFirst of all..do you work for a company that can transfer  you to that area? What is the draw there? Family? Friends?\n\nI would take a vacation to the area to make sure you like it first. Research the weather and community to make sure they are amenities you would want. \n\nLook for housing to see how expensive it is...go grocery shopping...all the things you would do if you lived there. \n\nThen look for jobs and see if you are employable in that area. See what the median income range is and make sure that you would be able to afford the cost of living for that area! \n\nMake sure that any family you would be moving with you is on board with the idea! Do you need to look at school districts for your kids? Is your wife ok with the move? Will your partner need to leave their job to acoomodate this move? Will your mom stop talking to you? \n\nAFter you do your research...then..try to get a job first. \n\nAFter you have a job..you can always live in a motel for a month or so while you look for an apartment or house or you can look online especially if you did your research while you were there. \n\nmove your stuff, sell your home where ever you are now with a trusted agent...and enjoy your new life!!\n\nNow, if your company offers a transfer..that is different! The company may have a relocation service available to them and you will already have a job..but make sure that you can afford the cost of living on your salary!
207698
If you moved because of a change in your job location or because you started a new job, you may be able to deduct your moving expenses if your move is closely related to the start of work.  Generally, speaking if you just moved closer to the place you already work...then no, you cannot deduct the moving expenses.  Usually, the move also must be at least a 50 mile move.
428090
You must live in the same place I do because my kids and grand kids all complain about the job market and low wages. I know that the wages are higher "up north" but I lived there and it's more expensive so its a wash. I feel sorry for you guys cause when I was young when you took a job you had a chance to work your way up, that doesn't seem to be true now. I hope you are successful in finding a decent job.
324614
Was it the Out of Towners?
283959
If you have a nest egg to hold you over until you find a new job then no, however, if you were living check to check then maybe you should have found a new job BEFORE leaving the one you had. In the end, if leaving helps you maintain your sanity then that's what's most important.
506133
it depends on the area, I went to a highschool for actors, none of us were from the city the school was in and just from the reunion a few months ago, it seems none of us are still in our hometowns... But I did notice alot of the locals from the area that my school was in stayed in their hometowns. Most didn't but they visited. Since I am also an officer for the reunion commitee I also noted that most left for college and stayed where they went to school. Many also went into the miltary and stayed in the state they got out in. Alot of people just moved to where-ever their spouse was from. But, I was a miltary brat, and a theatre major in highschool... I can't be sure if the situation is the same for people from small towns and regular lifestyles.
433815
You have been here continuously, have not left the country to reside elsewhere. Not 100% but sounds like common sense.
923447
You should start looking now and just continue to look until you move and when you get there.  The job market changes constantly.  Feel free to send in your resume too but mention in your cover letter that you won't be there for another six months.  I believe it would make you look motivated/
545937
Yes, move to a new Location.  I made that decision and it was the best thing I've ever done.  Sometimes if you live in the same state for a long time you won't experience how it feels like somewhere else.  You'll meet new people, a different work atmosphere and a sense of contentment that you made a difference in your life.  Be confident in yourself and go for it!
420173
No, the move has to be incident to changing jobs.  It does not matter what kind of job you are changing from or why.  The job change can be for either or both of you.  Go to the IRS website and search forms and publications for Moving Expenses.
490688
Are you looking for a job as one?
386327
I went abroad to work so I can get a change of scenery.  Remember, living and visiting are two very different things.  A place could be great to visit but hell to live in.  The best thing to do is identify where you want to move to, and then match up what is available there with what you can do.  One suggestion, life is a whole lot easier if you know someone already living in the country you want to work in.
195957
No, at first I did but now that I live in the suburbs I realize that this life is much better than the urban jungle.  Some people move to the rural area for peace and safety. Peace and land is the bigger reason everyone that I know who moved out of the suburbs to the rural had plenty of money but no peace and no land.
815980
Somehow, people with a sense of loyalty have trouble changing jobs.  I am looking to quit a horrible job, but I am having pangs of guilt.  These people would fire me at the drop of a hat even though I have worked very hard for a few years,\n\nThink of what is best for you.  Nobody is irreplaceable and they will easily find someone else for your current position if you decide to move on.  You are not the first, nor will you be the last person to do what you are contemplating.  If it is better for you to make the move, don't lose the opportunity,  But be sure to secure the job before you let your current boss know what you are planning to do.