I am hoping to move ASAP and have no idea what I’m doing.
Does anyone have any guidance? I’ve never made much money in my life so I’m nervous about that.
I want to move to the West Coast and know it’s more expensive there. I want to be somewhere LGBT friendly. I like nature and paddle boarding too… So it would be cool to still be able to do that.
I don’t know where to start. When I look for apartments it’s always about …1 or 2 apartments in my price range in an area of hundred of thousands of people.
I’m kind of unsure about looking for a job. I typically suck at interviews and have been the type to prove myself via hard work vs selling myself to an employer. I’m a pretty quiet person and it takes a lot for me to warm up to people and I find this to be a bad trait for employment. Ime it seems social people get picked first regardless of work ethic.
Idk any advice would be great. Like steps to be broken down so I’m not overwhelmed.
I want to avoid areas of crime, and prejudice. I also enjoy people that are down to earth more than what I consider wealth, trend and privilege.
I make about $14.50 right now… lol-fml.
I wish dorm style living was a thing.
Thanks in advance for any info.
Edit: in terms of our of state… I’m thinking Vancouver CA or Toronto. West Coast would probably be Cali, OR or wa.
I’m somewhat open to East Coast south of Maryland.
Also, I’m in my 30s.
Save up. Save save save.
Moving is expensive, and any new job is risky to start. The places you’re looking at are expensive because most sane people want to live there.
If you can find a remote job, start there: once you’re a remote worker, you can establish yourself at the job before you move. Once you’re confident that you like the job and aren’t going to get laid off out of nowhere, you won’t have to stress about paying rent while looking for a job in a new place.
Visit a city before committing, make sure it has the vibe you want. Coastal cities all have their upsides and downsides.