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Old 05-27-2009, 05:06 AM
 
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Hi i am moving from NZ and really keen to settle in florida. I have 2 small children so need a home nearby good schools. I do not know much about the different countys or areas. Can any one suggest a good area to live ( no super rich but middle working class ) close to amenties, good schools, transport routes possible, or know of any helpful websites, realestate agents who could help. Looking to move later this year.The more information the better as looking for homes on thsi side of the world over there is kind of hard without help Cheers
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Old 05-27-2009, 05:21 AM
 
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What is bringing you here?
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Old 05-27-2009, 05:26 AM
 
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A change of life style for about 2 years
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Old 05-27-2009, 07:12 AM
 
Location: Niceville, FL
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Do you need to work, or are you bringing your own job/investment income with you? As for the rest, Florida's a huge state with a number of different subcultures and subclimates. Do you want a bigger or smaller area? Are you more interested in Latin or Southern culture? Want a subtropical climate or something with a hint of four seasons?
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Old 05-27-2009, 08:01 AM
 
Location: rapid city sd
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Default wecome to fl

if you want big city tampa bay is doing pretty well. and if you want smaller try ocala fl. but its a big state theres lots of great places to check out. good luck.
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Old 05-28-2009, 03:18 PM
 
Location: Palm Island and North Port
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You might want to try North Port. It's in Sarasota county-good schools, affordable property, average age is 38, close to the interstate.

My main question for you is about your job situation. Things are pretty tough right now in Florida and frankly in most of the US in the employment sector. Do you have a certain field you are looking for a job in? It might be a good idea to look at areas that you might have a higher success rate in finding a job.

Beachmouse had some really good questions as well. A lot depends on what type of atmosphere you're looking for.
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Old 05-29-2009, 12:15 AM
 
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wa...big change
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Old 05-29-2009, 04:36 AM
 
Location: Full time in the RV
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Do you have visas? We get folks from other countries wanting to move here only to be stopped by the immigration process.

What is your housing budget?
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Old 06-02-2009, 04:38 AM
 
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Hi im fine for visas netc and job ...just want to know where a nice crime free area to live or what areas i should avoid. thanks ....any know any websites i could look at ? Any help at there ?
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Old 06-02-2009, 04:40 AM
 
Location: Full time in the RV
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How much do you want to spend on housing?
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