Ah, interesting. The skier component adds another layer of colloquialisms.

Oh! I've heard that one in the wild, I wasn't really sure the meaning.

You don’t

Motive is motive. Courts deal with it every day.

Second, the bill doesn't infringe on your right to procure or own guns in any way. It proposers that gun owners store their weapons responsibly. If you want to whine about that, then whine, but it's no different than any other government safety requirements. Get over it.

New Hampshire is actually the lowest paying New England state, I believe.

I think it goes something like, NH/Maine/Vermont/RI/Mass-Conn.

Not nearly as much as I'd bet that you think you're better than other people because you were born on one side of an invisible line on a map.

Dang...

Off to find the ones I saw last year and... omg! They are all gone. I was helping students with condos as late as August last year. I just assumed they would still be there. There's not a single thing below 100k anymore.

That was fast...

Still a few under 200k, and it's not selling season anymore. Here's one in Colchester for 160.

https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/48-Hegeman-Ave-200-Colchester-VT-05446/2100883068_zpid/

You're going to struggle with a BA, but you can do it.

I'm a teacher in Southern Vermont, our wages are probably ~10-15k less than in New York, but we're higher than New Hampshire.

I currently am able to live pretty comfortably, but I also coach two varsity sports and I run our yearbook program here, too.

It can be a challenge, but if you can find a roommate OR an affordable place to live (they can be found), then you'll be fine.

What subject do you teach and why the move, if you don't mind me asking?

It seems like Vermont is really intent on being at the low end of "competitive for the region". Could fix a lot of the work shortages by changing that approach to be towards the higher end. Especially with nurses. Not sure why medical facilities fight raises for staff nurses so hard, but then turn around and pay travelers $4000-$5000 a week like it is nothing. I would imagine the same could be said for teachers. Want the best? Pay the best.

I'm a minority so you will probably have a heart attack as soon as you see me

And you’re legit acting like we’re already in the state asking about the racism. What is research to you? Cuz by definition this is it. 🤔

Teacher I worked with (as their para) had two side jobs despite having a master’s and going for her phd. The salaries here are awful.

Not certain of Teachers specifically, but as a whole, Vermont has the lowest pay and highest cost of living in New England.

My guy, I cannot stress enough that I never said they were ambiguously racist. I just simply asked what type of racism is experienced and if some areas are better then others. And NEWS FLASH: Multiple Vermonters told me to avoid the NEK for that reason. So guess what? I guess y’all do have racism (shocker right) and some Vermonters (not you) were helpful. You’re putting words into my mouth but I never said in my original post that all of Vermont was racist lol 😂 that was your assumption

Yeah, no shit.

OP appears to have no idea what they're talking about. If they want to live less than 60 minutes from a large, affordable, family friendly, safe airport then they should not be looking to live in VT. Burlington International Airport is a decent option, but it's not large, and not always affordable.

Montreal is, by far, the closest major airport to any place in the northern half of VT, 2 hours drive or less. Boston is a 2 hour drive from White River Jct or Brattleboro and 3.5 hours from Burlington.

Albany is a 1 hour drive from Bennington, about 2 hours from Rutland or Brattleboro, and 3 hours from Burlington. Though like BTV, I doubt most people would consider Albany to be a large airport.

Over the years we've shopped prices for flights and never has Albany airport come out the winner. We've flown out of BTV, sure, and we've driven to Montreal, Boston, and NYC more than once.

Hope yo come prepared

It’s such an ignorant perspective you have lol have a great day my dude. I’m glad the rest of Vermonters are nothing like you 😂😂

Query: where would one find a condo selling for 50k? Am I jaded from living in chittenden county so long? I can’t find anything under 250k within an hour of Burlington.

Where did I state that everyone was racist? It’s one of the WHITEST demographics not just “hey we preach equality but never see black people so haven’t put it to the test”

You’re super ignorant to say this isn’t an issue when multiple Vermonters in the comments have already stated what I’ve asked.

No one assumed anyone was going to hate our family. I’ve just read ALOT about how there’s a LACK OF black people and asked how they get treated. Racism exists EVERYWHERE. And Vermont is no exception. I bet you’re one of those people who say “I don’t see color”

I’ve done extensive research and that’s what prompted the question in the first place, is real life black peoples perspective on how they were treated in Vermont.

You sound like a closet racist tbh

I work in schools and would recommend looking at switching to SpEd, if you’re at all interested. There is a major need for them in almost every school district and they will often pay for your certification via the provisional licensure process. I recommend this due to the demand and, from what I have seen, higher starting salary levels. SpEd comes with its own challenges, but it seems like a good route to consider, at least temporarily. Many of the special educators I see have what appears like an easy go of it, though I am sure the behind the scenes shit is exhausting. It’s tempting enough for me to consider leaving the ABA track I am currently on.

As for living, get used to a commute, as the cheaper “nice” stuff will be found in more rural or less desirable areas. Still, lots of need in central vermont which is not a bad place to live at all.

I make average teacher pay and do not feel as if I have to sacrifice much other than a commute, as I still have enough to buy the toys I want and do the things I would like to do. I am married tho, so that changes things a bit.

That’s totally fair. Thank you. Safe travels out there today if you’re in motion.

The key to answering this question is asking where you will be living. I am a teacher, I've lived as a single in two areas, one inside and one outside Chittenden county. The difference is vast. If you will be outside Chittenden country, you'll be fine.

You'd have better luck buying a condo, especially if you can afford the 3.5% down (if this is your first equity purchase). Condos in the state run from 50,000 to 200,000 in every county, which is 1750 to 7000 cash on hand. If you can swing that, you'll be far better off.

My monthly payment went from $900 renting to about $750 (HOA included) buying. Then when I was done with the condo, I sold it for a very small profit that I was able to use towards the next one. I've built up several hundred thousand in equity in a short time. You're not at the mercy of your landlord and condos are generally better kept as well.

I wouldn't go above 200k in your situation. Plus, if you find a partner down the road and you two want to get hitched (or whatever) and buy a place together, the sale of your condo will generate a nice down payment on a home.

I teach financial literacy. The process is not that hard. The first step is to get the money together. The second is to reach out to a place that can find you a qualified lender at the best APR. Lending Tree does that easily, but the best imo is here. Since they are motivated to sell, they basically do the rest of the work by asking you to provide information.

Anyway, gl to your process

Yes!! I tell this to everyone. Don’t get your masters as a teacher on your own dime.

Just had someone do this in colchester, then they had to stop on a hill and it covered their windshield...

Then they proceeded to stop mid hill on a corner. Doesnt take much to get a driver's license!