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[shelbyshelbyshelby]

I was born in California . I have owned many houses. I should have made this change before. I sold my last house in California and now I have moved to New Mexico . I have always loved New Mexico and have seen many sights here which I appreciate . There is no perfect state . California property taxes made my  change  a decision that I do not regret . I left my family and friends . I want to enjoy my time that I have left and not worry about " Money and more Money".  I do not spend money as I used to . I am in a new development and brand new home with a $30 HOA. In a year my life will be better financially . I have not given up much . I feel that my life is better . Many young families  many dogs and am surrounded with new homes. I will always claim California as my home . 

God has made this possible. 

[Kachina624]

@shelbyshelbyshelby.  Welcome to New Mexico!  I retired here 26 years ago and love the quirky place.  My parents were here and needed help when I retired so now I'm here alone since they're gone.

Where are you?  I'm in Rio Rancho.   Our poster, @Travone, recently retired and also moved to the area.  @Just bee also lives in the area.

[shoekitty]

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@shelbyshelbyshelby wrote:

I was born in California . I have owned many houses. I should have made this change before. I sold my last house in California and now I have moved to New Mexico . I have always loved New Mexico and have seen many sights here which I appreciate . There is no perfect state . California property taxes made my  change  a decision that I do not regret . I left my family and friends . I want to enjoy my time that I have left and not worry about " Money and more Money".  I do not spend money as I used to . I am in a new development and brand new home with a $30 HOA. In a year my life will be better financially . I have not given up much . I feel that my life is better . Many young families  many dogs and am surrounded with new homes. I will always claim California as my home . 

God has made this possible. 

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@shelbyshelbyshelby Awwww, we will miss your presence in California...but ya gotta do what ya gotta do.  California housing is a tough cookie for sure.  I have always said I wouldn't want to buy my own house back. No way woukd I pay the money, taxes etc on this place lol luckily we bought 40 years ago.  New Mexico is a nice change.  The weather is different.  I have a few friends who moved to Reno, NM, and it was a change, but they got used to it. The lack of humidity was one, but easily fixed.  Have fun! And enjoy a little financial freedom and security.  That is the best reward of all.

[just bee]

@shelbyshelbyshelby 

We left the San Francisco Bay Area in 1995 and bought a house on Albuquerque's Westside.  There wasn't a lot on the Westside thirty years ago, but things have changed.  

May we ask where you decided to settle?

[Travone]

@shelbyshelbyshelby 

I'm so excited for you.  I moved here 8 months ago, and i absolutely love it.  I'm finding everyone very friendly and helpful.  P!ease let us know what area you are living in, we might be neighbors.

@Kachina624 

@just bee 

I think the secret is out about our slice of paradise here.  

[roeroe1005]

Congratulations on your move!

I get it - I moved from the state I was born & raised several years ago.  Just as you did.  Don't go by me ... unfortunately I recently moved back due to family matters.  

I've heard wonderful things about New Mexico and look forward to reading about your new adventures.

Enjoy!

[rockygems123]

@shelbyshelbyshelby 

Congratulations!  

We moved from the Bay Area in 1998 to Denver CO and haven't looked back since.

Hope you enjoy your new surroundings, sounds like it is great for you so far

[Sooner]

@shelbyshelbyshelby How exciting!  I will pray for many blessings for you in your new home!  I truly hope you are happy!

[Goldengate8361]

@shelbyshelbyshelby I always thought New Mexico would be place I'd like to live....for many reasons. Congrats to you on making a great choice. Happy for you!

[catter70]

Good for you. Congrats. Enjoy your new home.