should I consider the future economy before moving to a city?

[LauraC]

Originally Posted by Angorlee

I mean moving to any city. Many reports for the economic future of the country are grim to say the least. The worst situation is another great depression. If the worst reports come true then a city isn't the place where anyone that wants peace is going to be. i can sit and wait it out to see how things develop but that could mean waiting for years before making a move. I don't know how to plan my future out but I think it is wise to consider what might happen.

Making a location move, I would suggest find a job first and then a suitable place to live within commuting distance and not vice versa. You don't want to be far away from friends and family and be jobless. Renting for a year or two until you feel the job has staying power might be best.

If you are talking city, suburb or rural because you want to know which is safer in economic hard times, I can't help you there. Cities are stressful to me in good times.

[Bo]

Originally Posted by Angorlee

what I really meant was the possible rise in crime and general deterioration of the inner cities if very bad economic times hit rather than the job opportunities.

It depends on the city. Every city has a different situation. Some states are better off than others. Rather than shunning cities out of fear, make your own luck by moving to a place with the best opportunities for you.