Want to move back to California (San Diego, Riverside: for sale, renting, refinance)

[Kellypink]

I had to reply,
a handful of people on this thread are in the same situation as me.
I moved to Texas Last march and am currently trying to get back to California... I came from Los Angeles County, went to Dallas area and now I am looking into Temecula.
Sinaloa,
Temecula appears to be a great place to raise a family. And it's not too far from San Diego.

Good luck with your future!

[booz30]

Originally Posted by Kellypink

I had to reply,
a handful of people on this thread are in the same situation as me.
I moved to Texas Last march and am currently trying to get back to California... I came from Los Angeles County, went to Dallas area and now I am looking into Temecula.
Sinaloa,
Temecula appears to be a great place to raise a family. And it's not too far from San Diego.

Good luck with your future!

hope you come back soon before the tornado comes

[kturbe]

I love hearing people want to come back to Cali! I hear this so often from people who have moved away. The reason is almost something people can't put their finger on, it is just a great place.

Regarding schools, I would google Temecula, Fallbrook schools, search for API scores by district and then city and you will get a good feel for how the schools are performing. I believe Poway is a sought after school district in San Diego.

One thing to keep in mind, if moving inland is Interstate 15 into S.D. gets pretty crowded so if you can find work closer to home that would probably be all the better. The Inland Empire economy is taking the biggest hit, so jobs may be an issue.

See ya in Cali!

[sinaloa]

Thank you all for taking the time to write its so helpful to Know other people's opinions. I think We are going to start working very hard on selling our house here in Texas so we can move back as soon as possible, and YEs property taxes are very expensive We pay almost $7,000 thats crazy, I know cost of living is more in Califronia but at the end adding everything its about the same because of taxes and groceries being so expensive here.

[Doc. T.]

Originally Posted by sinaloa

We moved to Texas 3 years ago and really miss California specially friends and family, We are thinking of moving back now that the prices of homes have gone down, But I really don't know where to start I want to move to a samller town and schools are a very important issue I have a 13yr old and a 7yr old.

Sinaloa, I think it's commendable that you're trying to move back to CA. Currently, I'm pondering similar issues. I've lived in many parts of the state; including the San Diego region. However, I've grown partial to the hi-desert. Specifically, the Victorville-Hesperia area. That glorious warm-dry climate with cool nights works wonders for my allergies. Plus, I thoroughly enjoy the people and various alternatives found in those communities. Housing is a bit more affordable in that area than other parts of the state. My brother owns a home there - free and clear - and thoroughly enjoys the "quality of living." Except for distance issues, it may nicely satisfy your needs. Success in the transition.

[jzntx]

Also in Tx and thinking about moving back to california, the High Desert most likely. We have been in Houston for 2+ years.

Husband works as a manager for an auto parts company that just bought out Kragen autoparts.

We had sold our house in the high desert before the housing downfall. Came out to Tx, income better now, than when we were in california. He could transfer, I work from home. Both in our early 30's. No kids. 1 small dog, also from california, lol.

We have a house here that could be rented and pay for itself. Husband really wants to go back. I'm still undecided.

decisions,decisions......

[booz30]

Originally Posted by jzntx

Also in Tx and thinking about moving back to california, the High Desert most likely. We have been in Houston for 2+ years.

Husband works as a manager for an auto parts company that just bought out Kragen autoparts.

We had sold our house in the high desert before the housing downfall. Came out to Tx, income better now, than when we were in california. He could transfer, I work from home. Both in our early 30's. No kids. 1 small dog, also from california, lol.

We have a house here that could be rented and pay for itself. Husband really wants to go back. I'm still undecided.

decisions,decisions......

welcome back to the high desert where the weather is perfect

[jzntx]

Thank you,Booz30.

Tell me something, has the crime gotten as bad as they make it sound? I lived in adelanto before, by the new stater brothers. It was ok, I never had any problems with anyone. Have things changed that much?

[booz30]

Originally Posted by jzntx

Thank you,Booz30.

Tell me something, has the crime gotten as bad as they make it sound? I lived in adelanto before, by the new stater brothers. It was ok, I never had any problems with anyone. Have things changed that much?

dont move to adelanto i used to live on mojave and bellflower nothing but renters everywhere in adelanto i meant section 8 renters also try to stay away from brentwood area in victorville other than that good luck will will find some killer deals right now I just bought 3000 square ft house brand new by 395 and main and paid 225k with 5.25 percent fixed 30 year

[jzntx]

Congratulations on your new home, booz30. About how much will your pmt be. If you don't mind me asking? What's the name of the developer? I have visited some websites, but the prices still show very high, maybe their sites have not been updated.

I used to live right at the corner of bellflower and villa. The person that we sold our house to is asking if we want to buy it back. I fell so bad for them, it was their first home.