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START HERE → How to Use This Community
1. Introduce Yourself: Share in the Welcome Thread: - Where you’re moving from - Where you’re considering moving to - The emotional tone you want your next chapter to have 2. Download the Field Guide→ City POC: 3–7 Day Relocation Exploration Field Guide. This is your roadmap to choosing where you’ll thrive. 3. Choose Your Neighborhood Shortlist Day 0 in the guide to identify 3 neighborhoods to evaluate.(You’ll use your nervous system to help you do this — not just lists.) 4. Move at Your Own Pace. There is no timeline here. You are collecting data for a major life decision. We honor clarity over speed. 5. Jump Into a Conversation. Pick a thread below and share what’s real — not what’s polished. This is a judgment-free zone. Welcome — you’re not doing this alone anymore.
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Meet FRED!
I’d like to introduce you to your new best friend: FRED. And our guide for making confident moving decisions. Finances. Robustness. Ecosystem. And Dreams. We’re going to start with your Dreams, Part 1. Then we’ll move through Finances, Robustness, and Ecosystem. And finally, circle back to your Dreams for what I like to call “Part Deux,” so it’s kind of like FRED’s fancy French cousin: D’FRED. OK. Let's preview Dreams Part 1... Maybe you've been casually dreaming about moving somewhere you visited years ago and had the best time and always wondered what it would be like to live there. Or maybe you've got some big hairy aggressive goals or BHAGs as we call them, that have been swirling around your beautiful big brain for years and now you're finally EXPLORING the possibility of a relocation. Don't freak out- you're not actually doing anything YET. But- let's talk about it… Where have you always wanted to live? When you were there last- what left an impact on you? How did you feel when you were there? Is there more than one place you want to live? I like your style! That's how I was! Let's narrow down your dream so we can figure out how much it's going to cost you, if you're ready to make a move right now and how to build a community before you even get there. Then we get into the Finance Playlist, or otherwise known as…the least fun thing to talk about…(womp womp) Will financially preparing for the worst case scenarios make your move less stressful. You betcha! How much money should you have in the bank? What does it actually cost to move- from the tape to the truck and everything in between? We’ll cover debt, savings, and the costs of a DIY move versus hiring movers. And the right questions to ask yourself so you don’t self-sabotage because that happens a lot with big life decisions Then there's the Robustness Playlist... This is all about preparing yourself mentally and physically, because moving isn’t just packing boxes. It’s the curveballs that show up while you're packing.
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Introduce Yourself
Share (in your own words — don’t worry about sounding polished): 1. Where you’re moving from 2. Where you’re exploring moving to 3. How many times you've moved in your adult life 4. The emotional tone you want your next chapter to have 5. What kind of hobbies or goals do you have Example: I’m moving from Charlotte → exploring Los Angeles or Nashville. I want my next chapter to feel steady, connected, and mentally spacious. I'm a singer/songwriter and would love to become a part of community of like-minded people. Your answer can be two a couple of sentences. Just be honest. You never know what kind of connections you might make!
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City Spotlight: Example Post
Are you an influencer, real estate agent, community builder, or just someone who loves where you live — and you want to brag on your city a bit?This is where you'd post about it. Think of this as your city’s “highlight reel. ”You’re helping others understand what it feels like to live there — not just the stats. When you create your City Spotlight, try to paint a picture of: - What the city feels like day-to-day - Who thrives there and why - What someone should know before they move Example Structure City Name:Your Neighborhood (if you'd like): What makes this city great: • Great public transportation and walkable neighborhoods • Local food culture with strong small business energy • Diverse communities with lots of opportunities to connect • Well-maintained parks, trails, and public spaces • A slower pace and a quieter feel than major metros Who tends to love it here: • Remote workers • New families • Downsizers who want more calm and simplicity • Creatives wanting access to community events and local culture Things to know before moving: • Housing availability (tight, abundant, competitive, affordable) • Average rent or home prices (approximate ranges if you know them) • Commute patterns (easy, heavy traffic at certain times, etc.) • Weather considerations • Any major lifestyle tradeoffs A few places that feel like ‘this city in a nutshell’: • Favorite coffee shop • A park, neighborhood, or street that feels iconic • A locally loved restaurant or weekend hangout Example Mini Spotlight City: Milwaukee, WI Neighborhood: Bay View What makes it great: A friendly, artsy, down-to-earth community with a strong lakefront culture and lots of walkable spots to gather. Easy access to nature, breweries, and live music. Who loves it: People who want affordability with character and don’t need the pace of Chicago but still enjoy a vibrant culture. Things to Know: Winters are real. Summer is magic. Cost of living is still reasonable. In a nutshell: Lakefront mornings at South Shore Park, afternoon coffee at Colectivo, and dinner on Kinnickinnic Ave.
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Pay what you can coaching with Kara Taylor
Hi everyone! Happy Sunday! My dear friend and former podcast guest, Therapist (licensed in PA only if you need one!) and Dream Builder Coach, in member of this community, @Kara Taylor is generously offering a holiday gift of ‘pay what you can’ coaching hours (approximately $175-250 normally for an hour!) up until Christmas if you’re feeling a little lost and want to start aligning with your purpose for 2026! You can hear her episode from February 12th, 2024 on my podcast if you want to give it a listen and take advantage of it- she totally helped me when I was starting out & I know she can help you too! You can find her episode from Mariette’s On The Move podcast on February 12, 2024 if you’d like to listen and book a time with her! I posted it on my Facebook, but here’s the link if you want to learn more- you can DM her in this community! The links to the episodes are in the comment of my Facebook post here: https://www.facebook.com/share/1MxrgeWYrV/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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