Whats it like living in Vegas?

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 06:50 AM

I do not live there, but some parts off the strip are not pretty, and other parts are. Very cheap living in Nevada. If you can withstand the heat and keep your gambling urges in control it can be a pretty good place to live imo.

teaserpleaser · 06-23-10, 07:04 AM

Thanks Windy probably the wrong time to post this.

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 07:17 AM

The heat is 2x more of a factor here in Florida compared to living in Vegas.

The heat is way, way overrated in Vegas..........only really bad a few days in the summer when the temps are above 106.............otherwise the weather in Vegas is OUTSTANDING!!

Great +EV oppurtunities for gamblers, great food, and low cost of living are other positives.

The negatives are the pollution, crime, traffic, and lack of culture.............but all these can be somewhat easily handled by most.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 07:20 AM

Originally posted by Fishhead

The heat is 2x more of a factor here in Florida compared to living in Vegas.

The heat is way, way overrated in Vegas..........only really bad a few days in the summer when the temps are above 106.............otherwise the weather in Vegas is OUTSTANDING!!

Great +EV oppurtunities for gamblers, great food, and low cost of living are other positives.

The negatives are the pollution, crime, traffic, and lack of culture.............but all these can be somewhat easily handled by most.

I know I hear it all the time. It's DRY heat. I don't give a **** what it is, in the summer, being outside in vegas is one big oven, shit just cooks you.

I also hear ya on Florida though too, can get some real dog days down there. Florida just had a really bad and cold winter though

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 07:32 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

I know I hear it all the time. It's DRY heat. I don't give a **** what it is, in the summer, being outside in vegas is one big oven, shit just cooks you.

I also hear ya on Florida though too, can get some real dog days down there. Florida just had a really bad and cold winter though

Again, if it not OVER 106(key number here), the heat in Vegas is a non-factor for most...........granted, there may be 30+ days of 106+, but the thing to keep in mind is that there is less humidity than most places and the sun is not nearly as intense as it is in more southern regions...........in the south, the sun will literally fry you, not so in Vegas except on only a few days.

Florida has humidity coupled with intense sun............brutal...............way less of both in Vegas.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 07:35 AM

Originally posted by Fishhead

Again, if it not OVER 106(key number here), the heat in Vegas is a non-factor for most...........granted, there may be 30+ days of 106+, but the thing to keep in mind is that there is less humidity than most places and the sun is not nearly as intense as it is in more southern regions...........in the south, the sun will literally fry you, not so in Vegas except on only a few days.

Florida has humidity coupled with intense sun............brutal...............way less of both in Vegas.

I know what you are talking about. I have been there when it's like that. You walk outside and just start to friggin sweat. I got fried so bad one time from the Florida sun I swear to go I was purple. Was shivering on relatives living room floor for 2 days because I got drunk and fell asleep by the pool. JUST FRIED.

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 07:40 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

I know what you are talking about. I have been there when it's like that. You walk outside and just start to friggin sweat. I got fried so bad one time from the Florida sun I swear to go I was purple. Was shivering on relatives living room floor for 2 days because I got drunk and fell asleep by the pool. JUST FRIED.

Brutal

Not a fan of Florida weather.......and guess what, here come the hurricanes and lightning.

nobshine · 06-23-10, 07:41 AM

LV better weather than Flor. IMO. Have a place in Marco and I rarely go due to the heat. It is ridiculous.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 07:44 AM

Originally posted by Fishhead

Brutal

Not a fan of Florida weather.......and guess what, here come the hurricanes and lightning.

Yea, but I hear you can make a nice bundle by having hurricane insurance. My uncle said the adjuster came over, he made him a few rum drinks they had a cigar and the guy cut them a check for 35K, said he only had to use 15 of it to repair the house!

No basements in Florida either, I don't like that lol.

teaserpleaser · 06-23-10, 07:57 AM

Originally posted by Fishhead

The negatives are the pollution, crime, traffic, and lack of culture.............but all these can be somewhat easily handled by most.

Cant be any worse than LA right Fish? You still thinking of moving back to vegas? I lived in coconut creek, Fl in 2003-2004 its sticky i hate that but man the beach is awesome there warm water, I dont care what anybody says here in cali, So Florida beaches are much better imo.Hurricanes lol nothing like getting the warning then going to publix to get supplys only to find out bottled water is sold out everywhere.

thezbar · 06-23-10, 07:58 AM

Traffic is bad in vegas

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 08:05 AM

Originally posted by teaserpleaser

Cant be any worse than LA right Fish? You still thinking of moving back to vegas? I lived in coconut creek, Fl in 2003-2004 its sticky i hate that but man the beach is awesome there warm water, I dont care what anybody says here in cali, So Florida beaches are much better imo.Hurricanes lol nothing like getting the warning then going to publix to get supplys only to find out bottled water is sold out everywhere.

S

I LOVE the weather, gambling, and food!!!

jjgold · 06-23-10, 08:05 AM

Vegas is a dive
streets riddled with hookers
syringes
bums
conmen
gullyriggers

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 08:08 AM

Here is another HUGE positive for Vegas.............

Today is a perfect example, a couple local watering holes are throwing World Cup parties this morning...........

Meanwhile, there hoards of casinos and bars in Vegas that one can do this 24/7.........and the beer is free!!!

Finding entertainment like that here in Florida is a farce...........so today, I'm suppossed to meet the gang at the bar for 9 dollar chicken wings, $3.75 beers, and no gaming around ............pleeeeez Fred.

shari91 · 06-23-10, 08:16 AM

Would any of you consider moving there if you had a child? I'm honestly debating between Vegas and Connecticut at the moment. Two vast extremes I know.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 08:18 AM

Originally posted by shari91

Would any of you consider moving there if you had a child? I'm honestly debating between Vegas and Connecticut at the moment. Two vast extremes I know.

why not Chicago?

And personally, no I would not move to Vegas if I had a child.

SamsNCharge99 · 06-23-10, 08:25 AM

ask Casper

shari91 · 06-23-10, 08:30 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

why not Chicago? And personally, no I would not move to Vegas if I had a child.

I didn't even think about Chicago to be honest. I've liked it the times I've been there but never considered moving there. Hmmm.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 08:32 AM

Originally posted by shari91

I didn't even think about Chicago to be honest. I've liked it the times I've been there but never considered moving there. Hmmm.

Beautiful City, wonderful schools, tons of things to do, plenty of culture and great food. Sure someone gets killed every 10 mins here, but it's a wonderful place to live

McBa1n · 06-23-10, 08:41 AM

Originally posted by shari91

Would any of you consider moving there if you had a child? I'm honestly debating between Vegas and Connecticut at the moment. Two vast extremes I know.

I lived over 10 years in CT and 4 in Vegas. I will say Western CT would be the right choice if you have a child. The taxes are pretty brutal, but the schools are fantastic. Also, there are sooo many good higher education options for down the line in CT.

LV is no place to raise a kid, I hate to say it. I don't know the private schools here, but the public ones have incredibly low standards and massive drop-out rates.

shari91 · 06-23-10, 08:41 AM

Originally posted by Mr Windy City

Beautiful City, wonderful schools, tons of things to do, plenty of culture and great food. Sure someone gets killed every 10 mins here, but it's a wonderful place to live

Well, I think someone's getting stabbed or glassed at the same rate where I am now so I think I could handle that part.

Absolutely hate the cold though and I don't know if I'm up to getting used to it again. That was one of the only drawbacks I could think about Connecticut as well.

Brock Landers · 06-23-10, 08:44 AM

The hard thing about the hat in Vegas is, well 2 things, its like a fukking oven AT NIGHT even and my lips get so dry and chapped i'd have to take lip balm everywhere i go, and thats annoying. Not hospitable for human living. Plus there is a water shortage, can't go on forever....

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 08:45 AM

Originally posted by Brock Landers

The hard thing about the hat in Vegas is, well 2 things, its like a fukking oven AT NIGHT even and my lips get so dry and chapped i'd have to take lip balm everywhere i go, and thats annoying. Not hospitable for human living. Plus there is a water shortage, can't go on forever....

Yea that's what I'm saying, it's a friggin' oven, you can feel yourself being cooked.

Mr Windy City · 06-23-10, 08:46 AM

Originally posted by shari91

Well, I think someone's getting stabbed or glassed at the same rate where I am now so I think I could handle that part.

Absolutely hate the cold though and I don't know if I'm up to getting used to it again. That was one of the only drawbacks I could think about Connecticut as well.

Well, I really don't know you're whole situation but if I had to choose between Connecticut or Chicago, that would be a no-brainer for me. Your child will probably thank you for making the same decision later in life

BIGDAY · 06-23-10, 08:48 AM

Weather is nice, traffic blows.

Maxmillion · 06-23-10, 08:53 AM

I lived in vegas for about 8 years and it all depends what you are looking for, i have kids. Here are someof my thoughts.

Heat - Yes its hot as hell during the summer. No way to get around it. Stretches of days with +100 degree temps. Its hot. The winters are mild.

Housing - There are some jacked up parts of town in Vegas, some off the strip and in the older parts of north las vegas. I live out west by red rock canyon. Its nice out here

Jobs - The worst thing about LV is the job market. It sucks right now. If you have a decent job you can live well here as things like food, housing are not all that expensive but the problem is getting that job. The days of coming to vegas lookimg for a job and settling down are pretty much over. You better have a gig lined up before you get here

From a sports gambling sense its great no worrying about getting whored by your off shore book and wondering how to get the money transferred and all that. Just walk in to your local book and cash in and cash out.

SlickFazzer · 06-23-10, 08:56 AM

Looking to make the move to summerlin, red rock, henderson or spring valley in the fall.....

shari91 · 06-23-10, 09:02 AM

Originally posted by Maxmillion

I lived in vegas for about 8 years and it all depends what you are looking for, i have kids. Here are someof my thoughts. Heat - Yes its hot as hell during the summer. No way to get around it. Stretches of days with +100 degree temps. Its hot. The winters are mild. Housing - There are some jacked up parts of town in Vegas, some off the strip and in the older parts of north las vegas. I live out west by red rock canyon. Its nice out here Jobs - The worst thing about LV is the job market. It sucks right now. If you have a decent job you can live well here as things like food, housing are not all that expensive but the problem is getting that job. The days of coming to vegas lookimg for a job and settling down are pretty much over. You better have a gig lined up before you get here From a sports gambling sense its great no worrying about getting whored by your off shore book and wondering how to get the money transferred and all that. Just walk in to your local book and cash in and cash out.

Thanks for this! The job issue isn't a worry - in fact that's one reason I was considering Vegas. The company I work for is headquartered in LA and I refuse to move back there so I figured this was a decent alternative. I work from home so it's not like I have to commute every week or anything. If the heat is comparable to Arizona, then that wouldn't be a problem at all for me as I've lived there before. In fact, the promise of no more winters is holding more appeal than anything else at the moment considering I'm freezing my butt off here at the moment.

I think I'm going to have to research different areas to live and see what the private schools are like as I've heard the same discouraging things McBain mentioned about public schools there. Thanks again everyone - you've helped me out a lot and sorry for hijacking your thread teaser.

Maxmillion · 06-23-10, 09:05 AM

I just moved out to summerliin/red rock about a year ago from north las vegas. I wanted to years ago but we could not afford it but with the market crash and all the bank owned homes we were able to swing it. Things are more affordable out here now. GL.

Noelani_06 · 06-23-10, 09:06 AM

I´d love to live there oneday...but I guess its gettin boring after a certain time...

curious · 06-23-10, 09:12 AM

Originally posted by shari91

Thanks for this! The job issue isn't a worry - in fact that's one reason I was considering Vegas. The company I work for is headquartered in LA and I refuse to move back there so I figured this was a decent alternative. I work from home so it's not like I have to commute every week or anything. If the heat is comparable to Arizona, then that wouldn't be a problem at all for me as I've lived there before. In fact, the promise of no more winters is holding more appeal than anything else at the moment considering I'm freezing my butt off here at the moment.

I think I'm going to have to research different areas to live and see what the private schools are like as I've heard the same discouraging things McBain mentioned about public schools there. Thanks again everyone - you've helped me out a lot and sorry for hijacking your thread teaser.

If you can live anywhere you want, working from home, you should consider the rural south, places like southern Missisippi, southern Alabama, southern Georgia, east Tennessee...

Property is REALLY cheap, the weather is outstanding, the people are friendly, taxes are low, there isn't any crime to speak of, liberals stay out (thank god), the schools are good. I live in southern Mississippi and I LOVE it here. Bought a nice house on two acres for $140 K.

If you have the stamina to wait out the gulf coast mess (it will get resolved eventually) you can pick up houses and condos in gulport/biloxi for a song.

LostBankroll · 06-23-10, 09:25 AM

shari why CT? you might aswell come to DC. Lovely place were gonna be in the mid 90's today. Lovely Fall wheather. And we also get the snow. You get it all here along with crack vials and heroin spoons on the curbs.

Fishhead · 06-23-10, 09:40 AM

Originally posted by curious

If you can live anywhere you want, working from home, you should consider the rural south, places like southern Missisippi, southern Alabama, southern Georgia, east Tennessee...

Property is REALLY cheap, the weather is outstanding, the people are friendly, taxes are low, there isn't any crime to speak of, liberals stay out (thank god), the schools are good. I live in southern Mississippi and I LOVE it here. Bought a nice house on two acres for $140 K.

If you have the stamina to wait out the gulf coast mess (it will get resolved eventually) you can pick up houses and condos in gulport/biloxi for a song.

kmarinouofm · 06-23-10, 09:42 AM

Originally posted by jjgold

Vegas is a dive
streets riddled with hookers
syringes
bums
conmen
gullyriggers

coach what is a gullyrigger??