06-23-2006, 11:08 AM
Apoc Wrote:Fyrfytr Wrote:Point is, NoVA is not the end all, be all of fun, employment, & life.
Your situation is nearly unique and almost unfair for comparison because you're still commuting to Nova/DC for work. You're really no different than folks who live out in western loudoun or WV and commute to DC. Yeah it's great living where you live but you've still got the long ass commute. You're just blessed with the ability to sleep over and work less days a week than most. Come back and see us when you're not driving more than 60 miles to work.
While you are correct, and I fully realize that my unique schedule puts me in a situation that 95% of other people don't have the ability to take advantage of. That said, comparing salaries for firefighters in NovA to here, I'd say that there is a difference of about $5k-$7k. But, when real estate prices are 50% less, or more, for comparable structure and location, it still is a helluva lot more affordable to live here.
A (very hot :wink: ) friend I have made down here bought a townhome, in an area of Chesterfield County that I'd compare to Dale City in March for $125k. It's newly renovated, two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, perfect for a first time homeowner. She earns $30k+ working for Clear Channel. Where w/in 70 miles of D.C. can a person making $30k afford their own home?
- Greg
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