Thank's for that link, it looks like my $1600 might need to stretch to $2k to get something above average. I'm assuming I'd have to pay 12 months rent up front being a foreigner, which is why I'm trying to keep the costs down. Yeah thanks for that gents! My British stiff upperlip has had more than enough of rain soaked days inhaling lungfuls of smog Funnily enough the San Diego area has been mentioned to me before as a possibility so thanks for that I'll give it a closer look. Yep you're spot on there. I hate too much humidity, perhaps the short list is going to be made up of Cali Cities then. I only picked out florida as I know real estate's struggling in certain areas which would mean I could probably buy a villa on the cheap when the sellers are really keen to shift.
Lots of independent traders (people who are able do their "job" from anywhere), choose to live in US states that don't charge an income tax. These are: Alaska Washington (Seattle &c) Wyoming Nevada Texas South Dakota Florida Why do you think so many traders reside in Incline Village, Nevada? (Answer: it's 15 miles from California, where they'd RATHER be).
Yes that's a good point and definately a consideration. I may well still come under UK tax juristiction unless I choose to literally spend a whole year in the US, however I then need to declare my earnings to the IRS and my visa is only a residency type at the moment so I'm not sure how that would work yet without further investigation What's the worst state for income tax? We pay 40% over here if income exceeds $70k. Any other stealth taxes to be aware of and budget for?
I say checkout MIAMI (South Beach) it's a fun place to be single!!! -It's an exciting place (24 hour city) like Vegas, LA and New York, with a great nightlife. -Good restaurants. -Beautiful beaches, some of the best in the U.S. -It's an international city (diverse population). -It's has two major airports (Miami & Fort Lauderdale) which offer cheap flights. -It about 2 to 3 hours by plane from both: New York to the North, and from the Caribbean/South America to the South. P.S. The humidity is bearable, especially if you hangout on the beach during the day, after trading or while trading, and hit the clubs, restaurants, and lounges in the evening.
the humidity is awful during summer months...august being the absolute worse month of the year as far as heat and humidity...id say there is about 2 unbearable months a year july/august and i mean just crazy unbearable...but aside from that it isn't that bad the other 10 months...and in the winter you get some unbelievable weather...75 degrees no clouds and just picture perfect...dont forget it might feel different for you..i am a native to this area...anyways as far as real estate, i think you might be able to scoop some nice properties now to live in ( not for flipping or investing , it may take way too long to get out of the excess inventory ) , but nonetheless to live for a long time you might just get a sweet deal......Miami has great beaches, lots of beautiful woman a good night life and lots of outdoor stuff to do...PM me if you have any questions....
texas gulf coast seems like it might have an attractive combination of cost of living, beach and no state taxes
Orlando Florida. $1,000 per month will get you something very nice. Major airport close by and a large British population in the Davenport/Clermont area near Orlando. Joe.
Thanks, the info is appreciated. I've just been looking on realtor.com to get a feel for prices and there's quite a bit about in my range EG: an ocean view condo in "DADE, Grand view palace" 2 bed for $1500 or a 3 bed house in "dade lakes by the bay cee" for $1500 There's a real sweet looking apartment for $1675 though http://rentals.realtor.com/prop/1081484410 Yep it's a great city. I've been quite a few times. It's similar to London in a lot of ways, I really fancy some sunshine and beach action though. You're right their is some very cheap stuff about. What's the city itself like? All I hear about Orlando is the estates full of holiday home families. I hadn't considered that area. I need to do some research on my taxation postion when I move. No/low taxation will definately have hefty weighting on my decision.