Do amenities really matter for someone moving in alone trying to meet folks?

Hi, I’m a 28-year-old single guy moving from Boston to Charlotte. I’m hoping to find a place in the south end so I can be close to work. Do you think it’s important to have good amenities, especially if they help you meet people?

I took a few tours in the south end and I’m pretty happy with what I’ve seen. One place that really stood out to me is Camden Gallery (okay, it’s priced well and in a great location). Kingston (124 E Kingston) has an amazing pool and a ‘luxury’ vibe, but it’s a bit pricey. What do you think? Also, how do single guys usually meet people? Built my life in Boston and kinda stressed about moving alone.

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u/bluepotatocloud — 12 days ago

Canadian Quebec resident moving to the US for work. Any advice?

Hi everyone,

I’m a Canadian from Quebec who will be relocating to the U.S. for work. I’m looking for advice from anyone who’s gone through the process.

Besides immigration, what legal, financial, or tax-related steps should I be aware of? For example:

Cross-border taxes
RRSP/TFSA/non-registered investments
Banking and credit
Health insurance
Driver’s licence and vehicle registration
Any common mistakes or things you wish you knew before moving

I’d really appreciate any tips or recommendations for accountants, tax specialists, or lawyers with cross-border experience. Thanks!

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u/bluepotatocloud — 2 months ago

Travelling to Jakarta for work and taking a week off. Where should I go?

Bali looks great, and places like Lombok and the Gili Islands seem pretty amazing too. But if you only had 4–5 days coming from Jakarta, where would you go?

I’m a single guy in my late 20s and ideally looking for a mix of great beaches, some hiking or outdoor adventures, and a decent social scene where it’s easy to meet people and go out at night. Not necessarily looking for a crazy party destination, just somewhere with a good vibe and enough going on.

Curious what you’d recommend and why.

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u/bluepotatocloud — 2 months ago