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Great job describing our neighborhoods

Thanks! Thanks for watching.

So just to be clear, what exactly do you mean by "all modern?" Like brand new construction? Or just something maybe built in the last 20-30 years. Either way, there's numerous options most of which will be found in pretty much any nearby suburb of Portland, including Hillsboro. Check out this video I made touring a few different areas you might like: th-cam.com/video/vqiRBpxrKhA/w-d-xo.htmlsi=sHj2yADgzbQ7CtSH

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Well when it comes to queso... Have you had the hot queso from Matt's BBQ tacos?? It's 🔥🔥 As far as super solid Mexican joints...Have you had Tienda Santa Cruz in St John's (there's a location on Burnside and 82nd as well)? Or the burritos from La Morenita on Hawthorne? Or Taco Salsa on Stark and 149th? If not you have some homework to do.. Report back after trying them. I lived in LA for 10 years and think any of these spots could stand alone in so cal. 🙌

Nice, would love to connect if you do end up moving back! Thanks for watching my videos. 🙏

Love that for you! Yeah, everyone will have the side they gravitate to. That's rad that you know what makes sense for you. Are you thinking Arlington Heights?

​@@portlandoregonliving The alphabet district. I wont be buying a home when I do make the move. Your videos are very informative.

Right on! Glad I could provide some value to you. Thanks for watching the vids!

@@portlandoregonliving I'll be coming from CA so I appreciate your perspective.

Hey there, thanks for stopping by and sharing your opinion. As I read your comment, I get the vibe that you've maybe never been here to Portland, or anywhere in Oregon? I'd encourage you to come and visit sometime if that's true. Also, maybe you're unaware but in September of this year, Oregon reversed measure 110 which was the decriminalization of small amounts of drugs, or the thing you are referencing as "free open drug markets." I too have been all over the United States and can tell you that it's not as scary as your friends have made it out to be. IN FACT, a lot of people openly chose this area to live in over everywhere else in the US. Sure it's not perfect here, and we even have our flaws, but things are being done to mend them. Thanks for watching.

Yo good question! I actually made an entire video comparing Portland to Denver ha. You can find that on my page if you want, but the cost of living is pretty much idential to places like Denver and maybe a little bit higher than Phoenix, Austin, and Vegas. Yes there are loads of affordable homes in Portland below that 500 mark and I've sold condos as low as 250K, houses as low as 350K, so there's definitely options. Get in touch with me if there's anything I can help with.

Thank you for the kind words! 🙏

Awesome! Would love to help with that! Shoot me a text or an email to connect. 503-583-2081 / Matt.moss @ exprealty.com

Hey there! Very good question. That depends on a lot of factors such as how quickly you can establish employment, what your income is, how much liquid funds you have available, what other debts you have, what price range you want to buy in, and other factors. Additionally, in order to qualify for most financing here you need to establish some credit within the US which can take some time. How long? I think it depends on some of the factors I mentioned above. All that said, I do believe there are Canadian banks that provide financing in the US. Before you forget, just shoot me a quick email and reference this comment. I'd be happy to chat more with you this coming week and dig a little deeper on how to make this work. Email is matt.moss @ exprealty.com. I'll look for your email. Chat soon! -Matt

Lol, you're commenting for the algo? 😁 Hell yea

Bro.. Why are you even watching this video?

Downtown Portland is gorgeous. Narrow walkable streets. Cute shops on the lower level of buildings. The Japanese gardens and parks actually in downtown. It's a wonderful area. And the people are so nice. I lived in Portland for a short period but left due to my job. Always thought about returning some day.

Funny you never bring up places like Alabama or Mississippi.

I live in Oklahoma City. Our downtown is full of empty brick buildings, homeless people taking over every intersection for miles. They make the center look pretty and then you go three blocks any direction and the roads are awful, tents are setup everywhere, and trash littered. But hey, OKC is booming, that's what they keep saying.

Aw man, love to hear it! Can't wait to hear from you! 🙌 Where abouts are you moving from?

🙌 Amen! Thanks for the kind words and thanks for watching.

Yeah, just do it! You're very young! Every time I fly into LAX I'm like "ugh I'm so glad I don't live here anymore" and every time I fly into PDX I'm like "man I'm so grateful to live here." If you hate it you can always move again, but I'm a firm believer that you tend to regret the things you don't do in life more than the things you do. Good luck with the decision and thanks for watching!

Me too I visited Seattle and Portland last year I liked both I’m considering moving to either one also coming from LA.

Thanks for watching, Brian!

Yep totally spaced on the timbers (thorns as well!) when I made this video cuz I'm not really a follower of soccer but you're absolutely right. Both the men's and women's pro soccer teams are a huge part of Portland sports culture and I missed that in this video. Still been meaning to get to my first timbers game! Anyways, thanks for watching, James!

Thanks for chiming in about this issue. Technically you are correct that homeless folks can indeed set up tents in Portland, but there is a city wide ordinance that sets guidelines for doing so. For example, technically your tent is only supposed to be set up from 9pm-7am, not supposed to be blocking public right a way whether that's for cars or pedestrians, technically no stoves or cooking stuff is allowed, technically no permanent structures are allowed, etc there's other rules too but I won't list them all here, it's available to learn about at Portland. Gov. There are rules in place but it's very difficult to enforce them when so many people are struggling with that one basic need which is, having access to reasonable shelter. Additionally, nobody that has "access to reasonable shelter" is allowed to camp on public/city property/sidewalks. However, if there are no available shelter beds for someone, there aren't many other options besides needing to sleep outside, unless you have any ideas? Could you imagine how that must feel to not have anywhere to go? Not even a shelter? There's a group here called the Street Services Coordination Center that is responsible for keeping an eye on things and enforcing rules when their assessments deem it necessary, but obviously there's a lot more of a problem that can't just be wished away or complained about in a TH-cam comment, or even regulated to perfection if there were enough resources to regulate it. If there is an area that's causing a danger to the greater public tho, usually the SSCC is at the very least aware of the issue and is supposed to refer it to the police, but that's a whole different challenge and malfunctioning system as well. Anyways, hoping this upcoming election can bring positive change in Portland and if there's areas near where you live that actually do make it impossible for disabled and elderly to get around like you say, you should notify the SSCC and at least get them out there to inspect the area, or maybe they could give you an update on their assessment if they're already aware of the issue. It's also worth noting that a large percentage of homeless people tend to be disabled or elderly. Just an all around struggle to be in that position and sucks for everybody involved..

Real estate costs are around 40% higher in Seattle than Portland. That's pretty significant and worth considering. Glad you found your spot though, I like Seattle a lot! Thanks for watching.

The government structure is about to change this November though, soon Portland will have a professional city administrator just like every other major US city, along with 12 city council members, which will bring more voice to the people and spread the power out among voices. I think it's going to help combat the stagnation we've had for a long time.

You’re kidding. The last two times I went to Seattle it was so much worse it wasn’t even worth going.

@@Netizen_101 Did you just go downtown or did you go to the neighborhoods where people actually live? Because Seattle has a lot of nice residential neighborhoods that feel much safer than Portland. Yes, housing might be a bit more, but it’s worth it IMO, plus the lack of income tax means more wiggle room in your budget.

@ oh downtown was terrible, not that Portland’s that much better. The neighborhoods are nice, but the ones I’d live in seemed more expensive than Portland’s burbs. When I compare to Portland, I’m thinking neighborhoods west of Portland, which is much nicer, def safer, areas to live with more affordability than Seattle’s burbs. The no income tax is absolutely a plus, but then it has a relative High sales tax. I actually think Portland is a prettier city than Seattle, but I’m so sick of Portland’s politics …

Hey Brian, I would say Cedar Hills is worth looking at if you want something walkable and in WA County, same with Central/Downtown Beaverton. When are you planning to move? Shoot me a text and we can chat more, I'm happy to help. 503-583-2081

Yeah most of the east side of the river is pretty flat!

Awesome! Love that town. Let me know if there is anything I can do to help. 👐

Thanks for the kind words! Good luck on your move when ever that happens and I'm available help any way I can. Thanks for watching. 😁

Sure thing, here ya go! th-cam.com/video/u1aIEV7an-o/w-d-xo.htmlsi=T93jwoyn8hVnkfGP

@@portlandoregonliving this is great! Thanks

Hey so during most of the year thru out the fall and winter the allergens in the air remain relatively low but come spring time and summer they can spike to be some of the highest in the country. It personally has never really bothered me that much that I've noticed, but I know people it affects quite a bit with the itchy eyes, scratchy throat, etc. So I'd say that if you're someone who's susceptible to allergies, to be prepared to find ways to comfortably remedy some symptoms. Thanks for watching!