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Old 07-25-2010, 02:37 PM
 
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When are you moving?
Before the end of 2010, tentatively Sept/Oct.

Where are you coming from? Louisville, KY (Shively/South end if anyone is familiar)
Why are you moving? hopefully for new job and new opportunity
Where will you be working? not sure yet, but position will most likely require travel around the city/county to clients' homes/schools, social service field (also if anyone can suggest any agencies to seek employment for a child/family therapist)
Have you been here yet?
yes couple times to visit, never for extensive amount of time

Will you buy or rent? most likely renting to start off
If buying, are you looking for a house or a condo? How much can you spend? once ready to buy will be looking in $250-300K range, will probably be year from now though

If renting, are you looking for an apartment, a townhouse or loft? How much can you spend? preferably less than $1500 per month (is this possible), prefer loft or townhouse, enough space for two adults (no children) and occasional guests
Do you prefer hi-rise or walk up? I'm from Kentucky, whats a high rise? lol...when I hear high rise I immediately think of the show Good Times...I guess Im not picky on that as long as there is decent parking.

Are you married or single? Do you have children? In a relationship, no children
Do you prefer public or private schools? n/a
Do you have pets? no but would like to get a dog soon
Do you want or need a yard? prefer yard but depends on whats affordable
Are you keeping a car? yes have a car, maybe two
Do you prefer bustling activity or calm and quiet? happy medium, but lean more toward active life

What do you want to be closest to?
Work
Shopping
Basic services (supermarket, drugstore, etc.)
Nightlife
Train or subway stations
All of the above, 1. safe area,2. close to and/or easy route to work, 3. close to basic svcs, 4. train or subway station, 5. shopping/nigtlife

Do you want to live with people of a similar age, race, religion or sexual preference or do you prefer a diverse neighborhood? diversity is the key!! I am African American, just dont want to be somewhere where I feel out of place.

Coke or Pepsi? Orange Crush
Also, has anyone heard of Wordsworth Academy or know anyone that works there?

Thanks in advance for all your help I tried to provide as much info as possible.
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Old 07-25-2010, 02:53 PM
 
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Two things to consider.

One city wage - 4.5% if you live in the city
Two - parking (depending on the neighborhood can be more difficult)

How much of city life are looking for? There are some close suburban areas that may give a mix and a chance to explore the area more completly
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Old 07-25-2010, 03:29 PM
 
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Welcome,
You sound like you'd be a great addition to Philadelphia. If you are an African-American, and are looking for a vibrant, diverse area with some space and amenities, I would start off my suggesting University City's Spruce Hill or Cedar Park neighborhoods (south of spruce, 44th to 50th, north of baltimore), then mt. airy from cresheim creek in the northwest to upsal street in the southeast, from the Wissahickon to Ardleigh Street north, then East Falls, northwest of the boulevard, southwest of the wissahickon, and south of Wissahickon Ave, and finally Queens Village in Center City from Front to 7th, South to Washington. On the quieter side are East Oak Lane in the city, north of Godfrey Ave south of Northwestern Ave, east of Broad, west of 5th, then Wynnefield, (anywhere north of the R5 tracks in West Philly) and Elkins Park in Cheltenham Township outside the city. Collingswood in South Jersey in also an option, it is more of a small town, really,

Personal Message me if you need any more specifics, and good luck
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Old 07-25-2010, 04:45 PM
 
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All good suggestions - but it's Queen Village, not Queens.
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:34 PM
 
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Two things to consider.

One city wage - 4.5% if you live in the city
Two - parking (depending on the neighborhood can be more difficult)

How much of city life are looking for? There are some close suburban areas that may give a mix and a chance to explore the area more completly
Kidphilly thanks for your asst....Not too much city life...I dont think I want to be right in the center of everything. I would prefer more of what you are talking about...a suburban area just dont want to have to travel far for groceries, etc...I prefer less traffic and better parking....Is the Mt. Airy area subject to the city wage?
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Old 07-25-2010, 06:51 PM
 
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Welcome,
You sound like you'd be a great addition to Philadelphia. If you are an African-American, and are looking for a vibrant, diverse area with some space and amenities, I would start off my suggesting University City's Spruce Hill or Cedar Park neighborhoods (south of spruce, 44th to 50th, north of baltimore), then mt. airy from cresheim creek in the northwest to upsal street in the southeast, from the Wissahickon to Ardleigh Street north, then East Falls, northwest of the boulevard, southwest of the wissahickon, and south of Wissahickon Ave, and finally Queens Village in Center City from Front to 7th, South to Washington. On the quieter side are East Oak Lane in the city, north of Godfrey Ave south of Northwestern Ave, east of Broad, west of 5th, then Wynnefield, (anywhere north of the R5 tracks in West Philly) and Elkins Park in Cheltenham Township outside the city. Collingswood in South Jersey in also an option, it is more of a small town, really,

Personal Message me if you need any more specifics, and good luck
Thank you for all the specifics and your assistance...Elkins Park seems like a nice area. I will have to check out Collingswood. Yes I will be messaging you for more advice thanks in advance.
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Old 07-26-2010, 03:02 PM
 
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.Is the Mt. Airy area subject to the city wage?
Yes it is. All the areas listed except for Elkins Park and Collingswood will be subject to the city tax.

I'd suggest skipping East Oak Lane in large part, that area has gotten more affected by the slippage of the Olney area unfortunately, its a shame, there are some gorgeous homes in that area. Unless its not far from Cheltenham Ave and the city line, and still east of Broad, and I'd suggest north of 66th instead of Godfrey, in general. Its an area you need to get a feel for, like even though that's the general area I'd suggest, 2nd Street leading from Cheltenham Ave is a fine as well.

You can also try West Oak Lane, especially north of Ogontz, west to Washington Lane, north to Cheltenham Ave, and east to 19th street.

Elkins Park is nice, and there's no reason to not look in other areas of Cheltenham Twp. Other areas to look in are Melrose Park, Cheltenham, part of Laverock, part of Glenside, and Wyncote.

Less traffic and better parking favor the suburbs and the outer parts of the city. Of those suggested before - Mount Airy, East Falls, East Oak Lane, Wynnefield, Elkins Park, Collingswood.

Know Wordsworth? Its a special needs school. Do you want to live close to it? There's two of them here, or there used to be, which one do you want to live near?

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Old 07-27-2010, 04:42 PM
 
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city wage - 4.5% if you live in the city
what is this?
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Old 07-27-2010, 05:42 PM
 
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city wage - 4.5% if you live in the city
what is this?
The city of Philadelphia levies a tax on your income. If you work outside of the city and live outside of the city, you will avoid that tax altogether in theory. In theory because, the town you work in and live in might also have a tax, but it won't be 4.5%, many in the area seem to have 1% if any from what I've seen. If you live outside of the city but work in (the case for many), you will be taxed at a slightly reduced rate.
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Old 07-27-2010, 07:05 PM
 
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The city of Philadelphia levies a tax on your income. If you work outside of the city and live outside of the city, you will avoid that tax altogether in theory. In theory because, the town you work in and live in might also have a tax, but it won't be 4.5%, many in the area seem to have 1% if any from what I've seen. If you live outside of the city but work in (the case for many), you will be taxed at a slightly reduced rate.
How nice of them.

Income is taxed if you live AND work in the city? Or just WORK there?
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