relocating (Milwaukee, Menomonee Falls, Hartland: apartment complex, new home, employment)

[midwestgrl]

We live in Missouri and my husband just got a job in Milwaukee. We know that we dont want to live in Milwaukee we have 1 child (not old enough for school). I have read different things about different cities. Can anyone let us know where is a good area to live in that isnt to far away for milwaukee? we have heard about high taxes, does any one know where are the lowest taxes.
i have looked at menomonee falls, muskego, waukesha, mequon any of these cities good to raise a family? any help would be great

[WItoNC]

How far is your husband willing to commute? What is important to you in your new home (yard, neighbors, etc). What is your budget?

[midwestgrl]

He is willing to drive about 30 minutes!! Since we are going to be new to the area, we dont want to buy a house until we get to know the area, schools etc..Our child is very young so we have enough time to find a good school. Right now we are trying to look at apartments 2 to 3 bedrooms...we
want to try stay around 900 or so. looking on-line is hard when you have no clue of what the area is like. We dont know what our budget is going to be, i will be losing my job in the move and will have to find a new once i get up there. taxes are so much higher up there, then we were live. its going to be a adjustment!!! any info would be great.

[ggaetti]

YOu may want to take a look at Hartland.

[Dolly]

Just a thought, I believe you can still file for unemployment if you move due to a spouse taking a job in a different area. Check with your local employment office and see what the rules are where you are at.

[midwestgrl]

Thank you for all responses!! We found a apartment complex we like in Menomonee Falls. Our move wont be until the end of the year! We are trying to schedule a time to come and visit; however it wont be until the summer. Can anyone let us know some pros and cons of this community