seztheyank?

[sezthemank]

yes people, im thinking of moving to america in the future in a few years.
not forever but for like 2 years or somthing
i dunno where though, so i was wondering if any of you could give me any advice?

wheres the best place to move?
would my crinimal record effect me coming into the country?
is it easy to get a job?
how much is rent for a apartment? (nothing special,just liveable)
what shouldnt i do in america that may offend you americans?
what are the bars like?
will i make friends?
are there many brits over there?

i know thats loads of questions
but a bit of advice would be great

i have many more questions
i feel a bit scared thinking about it.

[Some Dude X]

Best place to move = the house next door to mine >=)
Wouldnt your criminal record keep you from coming into ANY country (yes even Somalia hehe)?
NOT REALLY!! Its like finding an ice-cream bar in a volcano.
I don't know about apartments.
Everything.
I don't know, I'm not a drinker >=)
With a name like Sarah Clark, I doubt it >=)
I don't know any Brits.

(you do realize it is sarcasm for some of them)

Also, why did you put seztheyank?

[sezthemank]

ok now this is why your silly

-sarah clark aint that much of a bad name
- im not suprised that you dont know any brits,as im suprised you know anyone
- what is like finding a icecream in a volcano?
- i said sez the yank because i would be moving to the US


(you do realize it is sarcasm for some of them)

[Dudebro]

yes people, im thinking of moving to america in the future in a few years.
not forever but for like 2 years or somthing
i dunno where though, so i was wondering if any of you could give me any advice?Sure just ask.

wheres the best place to move?For you I'd suggest a big city. Small towns in the US tend to be full of ignorant morons that you might end up getting trouble because of(fighting, ect).

would my crinimal record effect me coming into the country? Possibly, what were you charged with again? PM me if you don't wanna say publically.

is it easy to get a job? Sure, if you have some kind of education. If not McDonalds will hire you.

how much is rent for a apartment? (nothing special,just liveable) This varies depending on where you are. In Massachusetts you're looking at $700-1,000 a month for a cheap place.

what shouldnt i do in america that may offend you americans? Don't insult the US unless you know the people somewhat. Other than that I can't see anything different than people you'd meet in your country.

what are the bars like? Typical I'd think. People like to go and drink with the hopes of meeting someone. Where I live most people my age go nightly unless they are married/involved.

will i make friends? You're female and british, yeah you'll be fine. The only thing that might hurt your chances is the ICP thing. From my experience most people either love them or hate them. It's not a huge deal but I wouldn't bring that up when you meet people.

are there many brits over there? Well considering most Americans have british ancestors I'd have to say yes. We may sound different but we're very similar to you blokes and birds. If you mean true brits then maybe not so much. I know a couple but not a lot.

i have many more questions
i feel a bit scared thinking about it. Like I said ask away and I'll be glad to answer


@Somedude, if you didn't know Yanks is the term Brits use for people from the US. We're yankees.

[gamefreak100200]

wheres the best place to move? somewhere in south central America (like Kansas Oklahoma tennessee) (i could say why but i best not)

would my crinimal record effect me coming into the country? probabley

is it easy to get a job? yes

how much is rent for a apartment? (nothing special,just liveable) i don't know

what shouldnt i do in america that may offend you americans? just mock americans/America and you'll be fine

what are the bars like? i couldn't tell you

will i make friends? depends on how outgoing you are

are there many brits over there? if you watch TV. here it seem like there are more Brits then americans.

[Dudebro]

wheres the best place to move? somewhere in south central America (like Kansas Oklahoma tennessee) (i could say why but i best not)
You don't have to say it I will. He means there's more religious people there.

Edit- don't feel like you can't speak your mind on RU. Just be prepared to explain yourself to the crowd. Saying things like "I could say why but I best not" is just asking for it.

[gamefreak100200]

You don't have to say it I will. He means there's more religious people there.

actually no >:( i guess i have to say it to make dudebro happy
people in the east tend to be more bitter and all about themselves (before you question me I've lived in both areas and know what I'm talking about)
i met a few nice people in pennsylvania (Arnold Palmer being one of them) so there is hope and I'm not saying in any way that if you live there your automatically that way

[Dudebro]

Yup you're totally wrong. That is a stereotype and it's not true. There are plenty of miserable, selfish people everywhere. The people in the south/midwest just pretend they don't see it. Thanks for implying that most of the people I know and care about are selfish and bitter though.

I wasn't gonna say it before but why not now? Sez most people don't like the southern US because it's known to be crazy religious and/or racist. Stereotypes are hurtful right Gamefreak?

Btw I wasn't kidding when I said you can speak your mind. You don't have to please me in anyway. Just don't post things that might cause controversy and then basically say "sorry but I'm not gonna talk about it" It sounds like "I'm right your wrong".

[gamefreak100200]

so how long have you lived in the south? and how is it a stereotype if i lived it for several years?

[TrakMastaTom]

so how long have you lived in the south?

I don't even live in the South really, and I see confederate flags on cars daily. Uggghhh.

Sez, I recommend the West Coast. The West Coast is chill. If I could move anywhere in the US I would probably move to Seattle or somewhere in Oregon or something.

[Dudebro]

Because it is a stereotype. Did you meet and get to know everyone or even half of the people who live in the east? Yeah I didn't think so. Lumping everyone into a group with just your experiences is wrong and inaccurate.

I never lived in the south fyi, don't ever want too. Too many bigots and religious fanatics for my tastes.

[Winnebagel]

@ DB, don't put all people in the South in the same category either. I'm in Florida and not everyone here is a shot gun toting, rebel flag flying, bigot or big game hunter. Okay, to be honest I'm not from Florida originally and have lived pretty much everywhere, but still I know a lot of native Floridians who are not so backwards as some may think. ;)

@ Sez, I have lived in many different states in the U.S. and there are many cool places to see and experience here. I love your country too, but the U.S. is a great place as well.

Some of my personal favorite cities in the U.S. include:

- San Diego & Los Angelas, California
- Austin, Texas (it does not at all fall under the typical Texas sterotype and is actually very progressive).
- New York, New York (that's an easy one though)
- Seattle, Washington
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Tampa/Orlando, Florida

As far as cost goes, it really depends on where you go, but you can find a decent place to live for not too expensive. Jobs are decent too. With the economic situation happening currently, jobs are a bit tougher to find, but overall the U.S. is still much better off economically than many places.

Also, another thing to consider, there are also some cool places in Canada to consider. Vancouver especially has a lot going on.

As far as other Brits, well the U.S. is such a melting pot of different cultures (at least in many areas), so you will find people from everywhere. I myself have a few friends and know a few people from the U.K., so yep you will possibly run into some of your peeps if you decide to come to the U.S.

[gamefreak100200]

Dudebro lets not argue anymore and agree to disagree because our arguments all end the same way the thread is locked and nether of us changed our opinion.
so agreed?

[Dudebro]

@ DB, don't put all people in the South in the same category either.

I guess you missed my sarcasm. I was trying to show how stupid stereotypes sound.

@Gamefreak-I agree to not argue as long you don't post things that will make people mad and then refuse to even talk about it, agreed?

[Some Dude X]

wheres the best place to move? somewhere in south central America (like Kansas Oklahoma tennessee) (i could say why but i best not)

Dude Central America is south of Mexico >:D

Dummy :rolleyes:

[gamefreak100200]

i met it as Central USA :\
@Dudebro: I'll try but, I'm also going to try and leave RU again(for like the tenth time)

[sezthemank]

Thanks everyone for giving me some ideas of places to live!
and great advice,

im looking for somewhere low crime and sunny where i could get a job quite easly
though i may need a translater lol

do you think my crinimal record would even come through to the US?

@dudebro - the juggalo thing
i dont think id tell anyone exept this would proberley give it away a bit

[Some Dude X]

Does "Total economic downfall" mean anything to you sez?

[Winnebagel]

I guess you missed my sarcasm. I was trying to show how stupid stereotypes sound.

@Gamefreak-I agree to not argue as long you don't post things that will make people mad and then refuse to even talk about it, agreed?


Hey DB, I got your sarcasm, and I was trying to sarcasm your sarcasm, but I couldn't come up with anything better at 4 AM. I was hoping the wink at the end of the phrase would do it, but it didn't come off right. 8)

[mj23]

just saying about the apartments about ten miles away from me in ohio my sisters both live in a very nice one where they pay 475 a month

[ZedIsDead]

Sez, I recommend the West Coast. The West Coast is chill. If I could move anywhere in the US I would probably move to Seattle or somewhere in Oregon or something.

I knew we were awesome!:D

I've lived my entire life in the Seattle area, and it really is a great place. I can't really speak for anywhere outside the Pacific Northwest, but everywhere else sounds like a bit of a downgrade. Apparently we get the same weather as the UK, though.

[sezthemank]

just saying about the apartments about ten miles away from me in ohio my sisters both live in a very nice one where they pay 475 a month


is that in dollars?
thats good thats £323. a month
i could make that easily

how much in dollars do you think i would need to start off, not including my air fare?

i mean for a deposit of a apartment or somthing cheaper,
food,
just basic living generally

[mj23]

ummm someone will have to explain further but my sister is not in good financial health so the government gives her food stamps and she gets like 200 dollars in food stamps a month

but you can file for different things he government can help with i believe


again someone will have to explain further as i only 15

[Kugyince]

New York is the best place to live in the entire country.

[count100]

I wouldn't know about that Tenser :p

Sez California is a nice place to live for the most part its a little expensive to live here, but you can't beat the weather out here. Plus we have Disneyland :D

[Some Dude X]

New York is the best place to live in the entire country.

Yep. Muggers and carjackers galore! You would fit right in sez. >:D

[Kong]

Hawaii.

[Ragtag]

Having done some traveling between Western Europe and the States, I would think your biggest concern would be your criminal record. If your record isn't serious and you're planning on getting a tourist visa it may not be a big deal. However, if your record is more serious and/or you're going to try and get a work visa you may have a lot of paperwork to fill out and spend a lot of time waiting.

Other than that, it comes down to your preferences. Typically the bigger the city, the more there is to do, the more money it costs to do it, and the longer it takes to get there.

[sezthemank]

Sez most people don't like the southern US because it's known to be crazy religious and/or racist. Stereotypes are hurtful right Gamefreak?.

thanx dudebro xxxx
are they crazy religious/racist though?
from what ive heard, i dont think id move to the south US
but then again what do i know

are you from the south DB?



Sez, I recommend the West Coast. The West Coast is chill. If I could move anywhere in the US I would probably move to Seattle or somewhere in Oregon or something.

thanx TMT xxxx
thats what im looking for
somewhere thats just CHILLED OUT


QUOTE=mj23;60797]ummm someone will have to explain further but my sister is not in good financial health so the government gives her food stamps and she gets like 200 dollars in food stamps a month

but you can file for different things he government can help with i believe

again someone will have to explain further as i only 15[/QUOTE]

thanx mj xxxx
does anyone know if i would be intitaled to any beniftst?


New York is the best place to live in the entire country.

thanx tenser xxxx
i would love to live in New york!!!
seriously its like in my top 3


I wouldn't know about that Tenser :p

Sez California is a nice place to live for the most part its a little expensive to live here, but you can't beat the weather out here. Plus we have Disneyland :D

thanx count xxxx ( mmfcl :) )
cali is my very close 2nd
they both seem like real nice places

Yep. Muggers and carjackers galore! You would fit right in sez. >:D

hey you!
id be scared of muggers and high jackers!
i might be scarey over here but i dont think americans would be scared of me over there, they would give me nick names like "crumpet"
(by the way has anyone ever tasted crumpets, they are lovely)


[QUOTE=Ragtag;60806]Having done some traveling between Western Europe and the States, I would think your biggest concern would be your criminal record. If your record isn't serious and you're planning on getting a tourist visa it may not be a big deal. However, if your record is more serious and/or you're going to try and get a work visa you may have a lot of paperwork to fill out and spend a lot of time waiting.
QUOTE]

yeah it sounds like a lot of work
my crinimal record is explained somewhere on one of these threads
(i think its called "guess what" or somthing like that)

by the way, love your avatar

reminds me of some dude calling me a old chinese dude

HIS WORDS NOT MINE!

[Some Dude X]

HEY!!

The only time we Americans use the word "high" is for people who like teh crack.

I have never tasted crumpets :(

Yes, you are really scary >_>

[Dudebro]

i met it as Central USA :\
@Dudebro: I'll try but, I'm also going to try and leave RU again(for like the tenth time)
I hope it's not because of me. I realize it seems like I'm going out of my way to get you but I'm really not. I check all the topics and post when something interests/bothers me. Btw did you ever see some of our religous topics? Things got pretty heated as usual but I'm still friends with everyone.

Just remember you have the right to believe/say whatever you want. Other people have the right to question it though.


are they crazy religious/racist though?
from what ive heard, i dont think id move to the south US
but then again what do i know

are you from the south DB?
Sez when I said that I was mad and trying to prove a point. Not everyone in the south is like that. The majority of people I've met from those states are very nice and pretty normal. That being said there is still a lot of racism down there. Also there is a lot of religious turmoil down there too.
In the north east we do have a lot of bitter, uptight know it alls but it's not everyone. People are people wherever you go.

I'm born and raised in Massachusetts.


The thing MJ said about low rent is due to the area. No offense but not many people wanna move to the midwest. You're gonna pay more to live in an area that's highly populated(like New York, notice Tenser left out the going rent? I didn't). Ohio isn't bad but you might find it boring.

Also you asked how much you'd need to get started. From my experiences you'll need first and last months rent and most likely a security deposit. So if the rent is around 450 you'll need somewhere over 1k to get started. If it's New York it might be more like 2-3k.

@Kong- Hawaii is awesome but there isn't a lot of jobs there from what I hear. That and it must be expensive.

The only time we Americans use the word "high" is for people who like teh crack.
Or pretty much any other drug. Also she said high jack, like a plane.

[sezthemank]

where did i use the words high?

duh i know what high means, im like a million years older the you.

[Some Dude X]

True that, DB.

EDIT: LOL sez is an old grandma!

[sezthemank]

Sez when I said that I was mad and trying to prove a point. Not everyone in the south is like that. The majority of people I've met from those states are very nice and pretty normal. That being said there is still a lot of racism down there. Also there is a lot of religious turmoil down there too.
In the north east we do have a lot of bitter, uptight know it alls but it's not everyone. People are people wherever you go.

I'm born and raised in Massachusetts.

.


wow i have a cosin there
my sister has been a few times
i havent left england though
(only to wales and thats boring, i havent even been scotland or ireland)



The thing MJ said about low rent is due to the area. No offense but not many people wanna move to the midwest. You're gonna pay more to live in an area that's highly populated(like New York, notice Tenser left out the going rent? I didn't). Ohio isn't bad but you might find it boring.

Also you asked how much you'd need to get started. From my experiences you'll need first and last months rent and most likely a security deposit. So if the rent is around 450 you'll need somewhere over 1k to get started. If it's New York it might be more like 2-3k.

@Kong- Hawaii is awesome but there isn't a lot of jobs there from what I hear. That and it must be expensive.


Or pretty much any other drug. Also she said high jack, like a plane.

hawaii is that where the woman greet you with a neckless of flowers?

i think i would save up like 5 grand (pounds)

and ive heard ohio is full of juggalos, its like juggalo town lol
over in the UK theres like 500 juggalos (the whole UK)
In ohio theres thousends

but i wouldnt move there for that though

to be honest i am starting to regret the hatchetman on my back :(

[Some Dude X]

No, Hawaii is where the women greet you with a necklace of flowers AND partially covered squishy objects :)

[sezthemank]

No, Hawaii is where the women greet you with a necklace of flowers AND partially covered squishy objects :)

and leafy skirts

ST

[Some Dude X]

ST?

Basically Hawaii = perverts heaven :)

[sezthemank]

hey i aint a old grandma?

what next somedude?

[Kevin]

Michigan (metro Detroit) has really great people, a thriving night life, reasonable prices for housing (400-600 for a decent studio or 1 bedroom apartment... maybe a lil more certain areas), fun stuff to do winter or summer.

BUT.... Jobs are far and few between right now. Last I checked, Michigan's unemployment rate was almost 13% which was the highest of the states. Probably more crime then the norm (especially Detroit city) but as long as you don't poke your nose where you shouldn't things should be fine.

I'm sure there are some crummy places to live near the intersection of Vernor and Springwells.... lots of juggalo's too. ;)

[Dudebro]

ST?

Basically HawaiiVegas = perverts heaven :)
Fixed that for you.

[Some Dude X]

ST?

Basically HawaiiVegas = pervertssmoker and gamblers heaven :)

Fix'd for you DB.

[Dudebro]

No, they don't call it sin city for nothing. Really if you think hawaii is more perverted then you really have no idea.

[sezthemank]

people over here say hawaii is " the caribean of america"


...yes , i laughed hard too

[Ragtag]

Hey sez, I'm curious why you said Wales was boring. I was thinking of making it my next place to visit, but maybe I should reconsider. I spent a month backpacking and 'hosteling' all around Ireland, and it was the best month of my life. Is Wales much different? I heard Aberystwyth was a fun college town similar to Galway...

[sezthemank]

i shouldnt of really said that as im sure there are great places in wales, ive only been i few times
Rhyl suppost to be good,i havent been but if i was to, i would proberley go there

when i went i was board, i went some other place
i was proberley board because im a city girl, and this was out in the country
its nice and peacefull though.

[Some Dude X]

How do you be "board" in Wales? Or, how do you be "board" at all?

[SSBBrawler]

I hate big cities, just not my style, too easy to get lost.

I prefer quiet communities. Unfortunately, the town commity is trying to increase the size of my town.:(

[Some Dude X]

Big cities are the best imo. That is where are the prostitutes are hehehe

[Dudebro]

You've had a lot of experience with that? Not something I'd be bragging about but I doubt your serious.

[Kevin]

Big cities are the best imo. That is where are the prostitutes are hehehe

This is true.

[sezthemank]

i dunno
i think country life is a bit too relaxed for me,

though i moved to somerset a few years ago for a month,
it was good but got boring quick,
i dont think i could of moved down there, i would of gone insane eventully.

[Kugyince]

Yep. Muggers and carjackers galore! You would fit right in sez. >:D
You obviously know nothing about New York. Don't believe everything Hollywood tells you.

[Mugen159]

Wow, I'm waaay late into this. I live way far in the South and I know what Gamefreak is talking about. If a stereotype means everybody, then coming from someone who lives there, 8/10 sounds fair. I regret ever being born here, not that I had a choice. Living in this awful, dirty part of the world where hyprocrites and zealots spit on you and shake your hand at the same time has scarred me for life. It's also made me much wiser and knowledgeable of the world than I should be at my age. But like Dudebro said, there are screwed up people everywhere. The south just has a freaking ton of them. You can't argue that. Watch the news and see where all the pedophiles and serial killers do their work (besides CA). Don't come here Sez.

[Winnebagel]

It's true. The crime rate is way way lower than it used to be. Last I saw statistically it is now one of the safer big cities in the U.S. The crime is a lot lower than some cities like Detroit or Chicago.

[Some Dude X]

You obviously know nothing about New York. Don't believe everything Hollywood tells you.

But I thought New York City was like that after playing Spider-Man 2! >:(

Dang liars!

[DrunkN]

I have never tasted crumpets, and I hate puppies

What is this country coming to?

[jim5cents]

wheres the best place to move?
would my crinimal record effect me coming into the country?
is it easy to get a job?
how much is rent for a apartment? (nothing special,just liveable)
what shouldnt i do in america that may offend you americans?
what are the bars like?
will i make friends?
are there many brits over there?

sorry, didn't read the replies, but i'll answer what i know.

1. varies. do you like urban enviroments or wide open spaces. this country is a big place. there are 50 states, each with unique, but mostly similar laws. taxes vary from state to state and they vary based on different things. sales tax, tobacco, gas taxes, property tax and so on, for example, connecticut has high gas and sales tax, while new hampshire has no sales tax, but property and inheritance taxes are huge. different cultures in different parts of the country as well, the coasts (east and west) tend to be more liberal in politics and value systems, while the the mid-west and south are more conservative.
2. likely, a criminal record could very well stop you from getting a visa, but that might be dependent if you were convicted of a felony or a misdemenor.
3. getting a job here is just like getting a job over there, based on experience, education, and a lot of the time, on who you know. be aware, unemployment is at a 20 year high right now. finding the high paying job right now is not likely. but hey, mcdonalds and walmart will hire anybody.
4. rent, varies by location, cost of living is cheaper in rural areas away from the coasts. i live in kentucky right now, i have a rent controlled 2 bedroom house for 400 a month, but now most rent for 500-575. in new england where i come from, that same house would rent for 1200-1400.
5. offend americans...well...you can't please everyone, so at least one thing you do will offend someone. it is just our nature, but a few words of advice, do not walk into a crowded bar in ohio and scream "go michigan!!!" they don't like that. also, avoid waving a gun in public and walking down park avenue naked...those are sure to offend some people.
6. american bar serve alcohol. like everywhere else, some bars cater to different patrions. some are more expensive that others, some are a bit posher, some are dives. the most common trend in bars this days is to have cities ban smoking in the bars themselves.
7. make friends? yes, just be yourself, just like anywhere else, and actually, being brit will help, people are going to have a natural curiousity about you.
8. i'm sure there are a ton of brits, just like there are a ton of italians, asians, hispanics and so on.

edit: read quickly through replies came across this quesiton
i mean for a deposit of a apartment or somthing cheaper,
food,
just basic living generally

http://retrouprising.com/images/buttons/quote.gif (http://retrouprising.com/newreply.php?do=newreply&p=60788)

i would recommend at least 2-3 months worth of saving in living expenses in case you have difficutly finding a job, likely you will have to pay deposits on utilities if they are not including in your apartment. these cost vary by where you want to move to.

there is a lot of intellectual speak, but this website should give the rough idea of cost of living, employement rates and so on through different regions of the country.

http://www.bls.gov/

[Kong]

Basically Hawaii = perverts heaven :)
I have known several people that have lived there. I think it is hippy pot head heaven. I would probably move there if I didn't hate hippy pot heads. Everything else sounds perfect.

wheres the best place to move? Venice California, Asheville, NC.
would my crinimal record effect me coming into the country? Probably not.
is it easy to get a job? Depends on where you go and what kind of job you want. If you want a normal regular job then not being a citizen will probably make it more difficult. You will probably have to find a job that pays under the table. Probably easier in a big town.
how much is rent for a apartment? Depends on the town and luck. Check Craigslist.org. Look for rooms/shared
what shouldnt i do in america that may offend you americans? Fart. If you do just say you are from England and we will understand.
what are the bars like? I think our bars or often not like your pubs.

[Some Dude X]

I hate Obama

You suck. >:D

[mj23]

You suck. >:D


productive post would be nice >:(

[Some Dude X]

Yes it would be.

[mj23]

Yes it would be.
so change!!!!!

[Dudebro]

I gave somedude an infraction. I guess he's begging for a ban. He may just get his wish sooner rather than later. Ignoring a mods warnings isn't a good idea.