rapatao133

rapatao133 t1_j9otoe0 wrote

Almost every day, I hear or read the "no massholes or transplants" or "if you come here is under our terms" remarks. This state is full of "closeted" bigots or "passively racist." The jacked-up prices for housing, electricity, and gas prevent minorities from moving. Also, the pride people feel here for keeping things the way they prevent progress will put off potential movers. As a minority transplant, I feel this state is stuck in limbo, and natives promote it.

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rapatao133 t1_j0c9ah3 wrote

I think is a combination of factors.

  • disposable income
  • attitude toward remodeling
  • aging state that is not growing = less new construction

I'm trapped; I moved here six months ago, and I don't feel like spending 600k is worth it when I'm buying something that belongs in a museum that's using fucking oil or stoves to heat my home.

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