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01-30-2009, 10:54 PM
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Location: STL
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Best jobs for the area
The most time I have spent in the Treasure Coast area has been in Stuart (grandparents live there). The more I read on here, the more I realize that Martin County has a lot going for it and could be in the running for one of the hidden gems/best places to start a family. Does this sound accurate?
I commute 35 miles per day to my job in Information Technology, and while I enjoy being away from the hustle and bustle, I would prefer a shorter commute, however this looks increasingly unlikely in Martin County as well as many other areas within Florida. Other priorities include excellent public schools, housing available below $200k (wouldn't be for a few years, and I would be considering a fixer upper for this price in this area, I know..), low taxes but as close to beaches/inter coastal as possible.
Is this scenario realistic for in this area, or am I way off/do other areas stand out as better choices? All opinions are welcome here....thanks.
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01-31-2009, 07:06 AM
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: counting down the days till we get back to FL!!!!!
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last time I checked Martin county taxes were higher than SLC, but I could be wrong. Schools are good in Martin county, I just think its kinda crowded but PSL turned into that too after time.
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01-31-2009, 07:12 AM
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Location: Ft. Pierce, FL
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Property taxes are a bit on the high side, but it is a buyer's market in the housing industry right now. St. Lucie or Martin either one is going to give you what you are looking for - except maybe the taxes.
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01-31-2009, 08:32 AM
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Martin County is nicer, I think, but there are no jobs around right now.
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02-05-2009, 10:25 AM
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IT jobs are kinda tight down here now like everywhere else.
Like everyone is saying have a job before you come down, know how much you are going to be paying for your taxes, your car insurance, and food, all const more here in good old florida.
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10-26-2009, 01:47 AM
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Relocating...teaching jobs?
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Originally Posted by Lilybeans
Martin County is nicer, I think, but there are no jobs around right now.
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Hi, my husbands job has brought us to Stuart, Fl. We are stoked to live there, but I'm a little worried that I may not be able to find a teaching job in the county. Do you know if things will turn around for the 09-10 school year? Any info would help tremendously! Thanks. |
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