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08-23-2008, 12:18 PM
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Where would you rather...
live for a three month assignment in the winter? Looking for housing for a work assignment. I have two small kids so safety is the main concern. Here are the cities I have to choose from: New Pt Richey, Englewood, Largo, Kissimmee, Margate, Hudson & Port St Lucie. Any info on these areas would be great (safest & family friendliness, also should I avoid any of the areas) Thanks so much!
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08-23-2008, 12:42 PM
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What kind of work? Are the kids in school? Are you looking for a three month lease in the winter?
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08-23-2008, 12:55 PM
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medical field, school not an issue (one too young, other is homeschooled) yes; contract will begin in january for three months.
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08-23-2008, 01:01 PM
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Do you want to be near a big city, like Tampa? What do you like to do with your spare time? Have you looked into rentals, because it is the height of season.
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08-23-2008, 01:09 PM
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i've been looking at rentals on craigslist. i don't really care one way or another about being in a big city, we've lived in the city and suburbia as well - but i suppose being in a beachy laid back town sounds nice.
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08-23-2008, 03:24 PM
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Okay. It sounds like you should look at Jensen Beach. It's beachy and laid back and safe, and right next to Port St. Lucie.
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08-23-2008, 03:57 PM
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Florida Rules!
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Eliminate Kissimmee.
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08-23-2008, 04:49 PM
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Choose something on the coast if you are here only for a 3 month assignment in the winter. Stay away from Kissimmee.
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08-23-2008, 07:42 PM
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so far, everything points to west coast...can anyone give any insight on safety/family friendliness of hudson, new port richey, englewood?
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08-29-2008, 10:24 AM
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Look into Sarasota and Sarasota County. Good area!
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