Would like information about San Diego
Jul 24th 2007, 9:16 am
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mhh..don't know..why?
Jul 24th 2007, 8:49 pm
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Jul 24th 2007, 9:40 pm
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
Not really..we still try to make it here..we are all tired of moving..plus the older daughter is getting into year 8 in school and doing really well and has a group of nice friends in school. Hubby is happy in his job here still working for NATO..we only have one problem and thats housing..we just not able to buy a nice family home...and we are able to spend 350k
..we talking about 700.000 Dollars
and cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi
..we looking into different solutions..
..we talking about 700.000 Dollarsand cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi..we looking into different solutions..
Jul 24th 2007, 10:18 pm
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Not really..we still try to make it here..we are all tired of moving..plus the older daughter is getting into year 8 in school and doing really well and has a group of nice friends in school. Hubby is happy in his job here still working for NATO..we only have one problem and thats housing..we just not able to buy a nice family home...and we are able to spend 350k..we talking about 700.000 Dollarsand cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi..we looking into different solutions..
..we talking about 700.000 Dollarsand cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi..we looking into different solutions..
Jul 24th 2007, 10:23 pm
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
Still don't know why you were asking..
Jul 24th 2007, 10:29 pm
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Jul 24th 2007, 10:33 pm
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Ok...no not really..still hope house will come down here..otherwise we will see what we are going to do..
See you
..still hope house will come down here..otherwise we will see what we are going to do..See you
Jul 25th 2007, 1:27 am
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
Not really..we still try to make it here..we are all tired of moving..plus the older daughter is getting into year 8 in school and doing really well and has a group of nice friends in school. Hubby is happy in his job here still working for NATO..we only have one problem and thats housing..we just not able to buy a nice family home...and we are able to spend 350k..we talking about 700.000 Dollarsand cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi..we looking into different solutions..
..we talking about 700.000 Dollarsand cant find anything we would like to buy...don't want to spend that kind of money on a 3 bed ex council semi..we looking into different solutions..A lot cheaper than SD and slower paced.
Midway between LA and San Francisco. I've settled in SF and wouldn't want to live anywhere else.
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Jul 25th 2007, 1:37 am
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You might consider San Luis Opispo. Never heard of it: http://www.visitslo.com/
A lot cheaper than SD and slower paced.
Midway between LA and San Francisco. I've settled in SF and wouldn't want to live anywhere else.
A lot cheaper than SD and slower paced.
Midway between LA and San Francisco. I've settled in SF and wouldn't want to live anywhere else.
Jul 25th 2007, 2:03 am
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Like, Oh-ma-gawd, totally gnarly dude. They are, like, reaaaly friendly and all, like totally laid back and bitchin' you knooow.
California should be divided into two states: "Northern California" and "Mars".
Seriously, it never did anything for me. There is a stunning lack of culture and generally (generally), the Californians are pretty shallow and narcissistic. On the positive, having said that of the people and environment, California offers some of the most amazing natural sights. Redwoods, Shasta, Deserts, Beaches. There's also Disneyland, Hwy 1 drive, etc.
If you like year 'round heat and sunshine - it hits that mark (you will not believe this one: you actually get sick of the good weather after a while)
If you were to list out the things you really want from a place, that will give you a good idea of wether or not CA is a good choice.
Good luck
California should be divided into two states: "Northern California" and "Mars".
Seriously, it never did anything for me. There is a stunning lack of culture and generally (generally), the Californians are pretty shallow and narcissistic. On the positive, having said that of the people and environment, California offers some of the most amazing natural sights. Redwoods, Shasta, Deserts, Beaches. There's also Disneyland, Hwy 1 drive, etc.
If you like year 'round heat and sunshine - it hits that mark (you will not believe this one: you actually get sick of the good weather after a while)
If you were to list out the things you really want from a place, that will give you a good idea of wether or not CA is a good choice.
Good luck
Jul 25th 2007, 6:41 pm
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
I would highly recommend moving to San Diego, it is a beautiful place with beautiful weather, alot of new people down there as people have mentioned, the dining is superb, the beaches and attractions are fantastic, your girls I am sure will enjoy the beach life. There are only a few things you need to get over to really appreciate and enjoy life in CA, but this is pretty much the same as moving anywhere else in the world.
1) Americans can be a little shallow, but make the effort, get to know some expats and you will be fine.
2) Missing family at home.
The pound is stronger than its been in 30ish years, if you consider moving more north than SLO is also a great place, though alot smaller and getting busier as they develop it, one of my favorites places is Avila beach, great pier restaurant, but unfortunately its really been built up over the last few years and I do not like it so much anymore.
I'd suggest renting your place out in England and renting a house in SD for a couple of years.
Good luck.
1) Americans can be a little shallow, but make the effort, get to know some expats and you will be fine.
2) Missing family at home.
The pound is stronger than its been in 30ish years, if you consider moving more north than SLO is also a great place, though alot smaller and getting busier as they develop it, one of my favorites places is Avila beach, great pier restaurant, but unfortunately its really been built up over the last few years and I do not like it so much anymore.
I'd suggest renting your place out in England and renting a house in SD for a couple of years.
Good luck.
Jul 25th 2007, 9:12 pm
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
I would highly recommend moving to San Diego, it is a beautiful place with beautiful weather, alot of new people down there as people have mentioned, the dining is superb, the beaches and attractions are fantastic, your girls I am sure will enjoy the beach life. There are only a few things you need to get over to really appreciate and enjoy life in CA, but this is pretty much the same as moving anywhere else in the world.
1) Americans can be a little shallow, but make the effort, get to know some expats and you will be fine.
2) Missing family at home.
The pound is stronger than its been in 30ish years, if you consider moving more north than SLO is also a great place, though alot smaller and getting busier as they develop it, one of my favorites places is Avila beach, great pier restaurant, but unfortunately its really been built up over the last few years and I do not like it so much anymore.
I'd suggest renting your place out in England and renting a house in SD for a couple of years.
Good luck.
1) Americans can be a little shallow, but make the effort, get to know some expats and you will be fine.
2) Missing family at home.
The pound is stronger than its been in 30ish years, if you consider moving more north than SLO is also a great place, though alot smaller and getting busier as they develop it, one of my favorites places is Avila beach, great pier restaurant, but unfortunately its really been built up over the last few years and I do not like it so much anymore.
I'd suggest renting your place out in England and renting a house in SD for a couple of years.
Good luck.
Jul 25th 2007, 9:14 pm
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Now...thats exactly the problem..if we would have a house here..we would not even thinking of going some where else again...we moved enough around in the last 12 years...about 8 times in 4 different countrys if I'm not mistaken. Living in suburb of London is just not cheap...what would 700.000 Dollar by my in SD?
Jul 25th 2007, 9:17 pm
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Re: Would like information about San Diego
Now...thats exactly the problem..if we would have a house here..we would not even thinking of going some where else again...we moved enough around in the last 12 years...about 8 times in 4 different countrys if I'm not mistaken. Living in suburb of London is just not cheap...what would 700.000 Dollar by my in SD?
Check these out 700-800k range some nice places, though no clue on school areas.
http://yahoo.idx.prucalproperties.ne...axprice=800000
Jul 25th 2007, 9:21 pm
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Check these out 700-800k range some nice places, though no clue on school areas.
http://yahoo.idx.prucalproperties.ne...axprice=800000
