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Forum: USA
Nov 12th 2019, 2:02 pm
Replies: 89
Views: 12,243
Posted By Ecto17

Re: new car suggestions for first time in the US

We moved to NJ and leased a couple of ford SUVs, explorer and escape and we are really happy with both of them. We got our first years insurance from NJM and if you move to the better side of The...
Forum: USA
Nov 10th 2019, 3:31 pm
Replies: 20
Views: 3,930
Posted By Ecto17

Re: What to pack and Not to

We took pretty much everything other then electrical items (except Bose speaker and kitchen aid). It was hugely comforting to us all to see all our things arrive and certainly helped with turning the...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Oct 14th 2019, 12:30 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

Re: To buy or not buy....!

That must have been a seriously nice surprise!!!

A little update date on our position, l have met with our realtor and talked through options and have been in contact with a financial advisor....
Forum: The Trailer Park
Oct 9th 2019, 1:14 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

Re: To buy or not buy....!

Now you say that, l think that is true in Florida as well. I will look into that, thank you!
Forum: The Trailer Park
Oct 9th 2019, 12:59 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

Re: To buy or not buy....!

Thank you. I really appreciate all input at the moment. Yes l heard that maintenance was high which is one reason l think we will try and avoid a fixer upper which would have been our preference. I...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Oct 7th 2019, 2:02 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

Re: To buy or not buy....!

Thank you!!! That is really helpful and exactly what l need!!
Forum: The Trailer Park
Sep 27th 2019, 6:15 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

Re: To buy or not buy....!

We have a bit of a double edge sword here in NJ because as a renter we pay all the realtor fees! So unfair but each rental move works out at about 10k, half in realtor fees and half in other...
Forum: USA
Sep 24th 2019, 12:14 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 3,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Moving to NYC with husband teenage DD

When we moved to NJ a couple of years ago l used a map and realtor.com. I googled various towns, researched ones with walkable downtowns (which was important to us). I checked out towns with good...
Forum: The Trailer Park
Sep 24th 2019, 10:21 am
Replies: 11
Views: 2,664
Posted By Ecto17

To buy or not buy....!

Hi,
Haven't been posting for ages as life stateside has got busy. Next month we have our interviews for our green card and we are trying to decide if we want to continue renting, which is very...
Forum: USA
Feb 25th 2019, 2:41 pm
Replies: 13
Views: 2,135
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Help Please Sorting Out Relocation Pacakge

We used International Autosource for the leases for our cars when we came out in 2017 and they were excellent. You have to arrange the leases before you move over but l was happy to have this in...
Forum: USA
Feb 18th 2019, 8:59 am
Replies: 48
Views: 7,557
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Dubai to Florida, but where should we go?

If were to relocate to Florida it would without question be to the Tampa area. We know it very well so l am biased but the west coast has by far the nicer beaches which are warmer and generally a bit...
Forum: USA
Jan 17th 2019, 10:46 pm
Replies: 14
Views: 1,812
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Should we bring our electronic goods?

Apart from lap tops and iPads we only bought my KitchenAid and a large Bose speaker. Speaker works fine with an adapter but the kitchen aid needs a transformer and they are big, heavy and expensive....
Forum: USA
Jan 14th 2019, 12:48 am
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

we were steered away from Morristown for living but love going there for nights out. Never a bad rule of thumb house prices but you don’t necessarily need to be in one of the towns mentioned to get...
Forum: USA
Jan 14th 2019, 12:03 am
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

As mentioned, Short Hills, Milburn, Summit, Chatham, Madison, Westfield are all lovely walkable commuter towns but they are expensive so will depend on both your budget and your expectations as to...
Forum: USA
Jan 13th 2019, 11:40 pm
Replies: 7
Views: 2,346
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Moving savings UK to USA

Personally l would avoid transferring the money at this time if at all possible. If you really need it then there is little option but l would only transfer what you require. I personally suspect...
Forum: USA
Jan 13th 2019, 1:45 pm
Replies: 34
Views: 6,869
Posted By Ecto17

Re: First time expat move from London to NY

Hello,
We moved to NJ 18 months ago. We looked in the general area you mentioned, some of the lovely commuter towns to consider are Summit, Milburn, Short Hills, Chatham, Madison. All have nice...
Forum: USA
Jan 9th 2019, 1:43 am
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

Wonderful news! Congratulations. Do you now know what visa they are applying for? Without question for us, the most stressful part of the process was the internal comings and goings and delays! The...
Forum: USA
Dec 21st 2018, 9:55 pm
Replies: 16
Views: 3,219
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Car Insurance

Not sure whereabouts you are but if you happen to be in NJ, try NJM if your company is signed up, definitely the best and cheapest for the first year. Failing that we also compared prices via a...
Forum: USA
Nov 26th 2018, 10:00 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

l wasn’t sure if he was joking or not!!! No just one winter under our belts at the moment but l now really want to see the Hudson frozen!
Forum: USA
Nov 26th 2018, 1:57 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

The ferry runs rain or shine apparently, the only time it wouldn’t, is if the river froze!!! Not sure that has ever happened!!
Forum: USA
Nov 26th 2018, 10:56 am
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

l will find out for you about the ferry!
Also 350k is a lovely salary but don’t get scared, 200k is doable in commuter areas to manhattan in lovely towns. No you won’t live like a king but you...
Forum: USA
Nov 25th 2018, 3:15 pm
Replies: 67
Views: 10,926
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Potential move from UK to New York or Phoenix

We moved last year to NJ and we really enjoy this part of the country. We love the seasons and location to NYC, the beaches and mountains. Last winter was amazing, skiing at the weekends and really...
Forum: USA
Oct 8th 2018, 12:04 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 2,107
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Renting - basic costs etc

Something to be more mindful of (and apologies for it not being what you asked!!) but you mentioned that you have children. Kids activities are much more expensive over here and if you have younger...
Forum: USA
Oct 4th 2018, 7:15 am
Replies: 24
Views: 20,174
Posted By Ecto17

Re: New Jersey Driver's License

haha!!! That was a similar level of customer service we received last summer in a NJ DMV!! Hope you are enjoying the Garden State, fantastic place.
Forum: USA
Oct 3rd 2018, 2:25 pm
Replies: 18
Views: 1,937
Posted By Ecto17

Re: Advice needed.

My family have owned a condo in Florida for 20 years so can offer some advise.
In truth it is expensive and l know that my Dad has often regretted buying it, especially when values rocketed just...
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