u/Strong-Risk3337

I lived in Oregon for about 14 years before moving to Georgia a few years ago to reconnect with my mom. Long story short but I hate it here. I don’t like the weather, I don’t fit in well with the culture, and I miss my other family and friends.

I’m trying to figure out the order of how I should do things. I know I need to save a lot first but that’s as far as I am. Should I find a job or an apartment first? How do I get a job from the other side of the country?

And finally, am I being an idiot trying to do this? Honestly, cost wise, Im scared I won’t make enough to survive. But I’m just so miserable here in Georgia and Oregon is home to me. I’d be grateful for any and all advice.

I live in Georgia. While it’s not the most expensive, the cost of living is high just like everywhere else. After all my bills, I’m left with $820 a month to spend on groceries and anything else. I genuinely feel like it’s not enough for myself and 2 dogs. I haven’t signed the lease yet and I don’t know what to do.

It’s seems like it’s going to be really tight. I also get a school refund check every few months but I can’t really list that amount because it’s subject to change. Every 3 months I should get about 3k back (I think). I’m trying to keep my school refunds strictly for savings.

Anyways, I don’t know if I’m insane trying to do this. I’m looking at getting a part time job, but that’s reduce my health insurance tax credit. I don’t know if I should use my school funding to help fill in gaps (a lot of people do while they’re in school). Am I just bad with money? Any kind advice is welcomed.