Moving To Dallas, TX with Kids + Cost + Finding A Home + Schools + Traffic

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КОМЕНТАРІ • 114

  • @playmaka_
    @playmaka_ 6 місяців тому +13

    Moved to Dallas in Nov 2023. It was between Houston or Dallas. But after doing some research, I decided to go to Dallas. It is a safer city overall & more family oriented. I love that it's pretty much a clean city. And my job opportunity was better here too. Left from LA. I drove 19 hours during the night & it was a great ride. Excited for raising my 6-year-old son out here too. Buying a home next year.

  • @christiep6
    @christiep6 Рік тому +24

    I’m a Realtor here in DFW, and let me tell you, you provided some great insight into the relocation process. Excellent video! 👏🏽

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much!! ♥️

    • @Kindra-qq7vi
      @Kindra-qq7vi 9 місяців тому

      Thank you for sharing this, I’m looking to move to Dallas this summer with my children so this was very helpful

  • @shabrittaneycondol
    @shabrittaneycondol 4 місяці тому +2

    So glad I found this video. I currently live in Baton Rouge, La (born and raised here) and I’ve been having a burning desire to move to Dallas for about 7 years now. Thanks for this video.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  4 місяці тому

      Glad it was helpful! Wishing you the best!!! ♥️

    • @Dellll3276
      @Dellll3276 2 місяці тому +1

      @@shabrittaneycondol From BR too, and I live in Dfw now. I think you should do it, more opportunities here. All ima say is, you’re gonna miss the food lol.

  • @LifeWith_Chloe
    @LifeWith_Chloe Рік тому +10

    We stayed away from the big cities. We lived in Abilene which is West Texas. Small town but a lot of friendly ppl there.

  • @KelseyLashun
    @KelseyLashun Рік тому +9

    welcome to dallas! where u can be going 85 in the fast lane and people act like you going slow 🫶🏽😂

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      😂😂😂 I swear I be like damn I’m speeding already fam! Had me sweating bricks them first two weeks I stayed on 121 😂😂😂

  • @chreed227
    @chreed227 8 місяців тому +2

    Thank you for providing this content!

  • @singlewithacrew1401
    @singlewithacrew1401 10 місяців тому

    This video is such a major help❤ I’m a single mom of 3. One on the way to college which is the reason why we are moving there but I still have 2 kids in home 12,5. So this video is the truth. I literally prayed and then went on UA-cam and your video is the first thing that popped up. So I appreciate this and you so much.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  10 місяців тому +1

      Now this makes me extremely happy!!! Congratulations in advance on your move and I hope and pray it’s an easy transition from where you are now to here for everyone!! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @singlewithacrew1401
      @singlewithacrew1401 10 місяців тому

      Thank you. I’m following your tips on diversity in the school because we are black and that is a major thing. But let ask you this if you don’t mind. Did you visit the schools during your visit to Texas? And how did you know that was the school for your son? Because looking over the computer is not giving me the connection I need.

  • @mannmadesbc
    @mannmadesbc Рік тому +3

    I Just found your channel. I was born about a 90 miles south of Dallas. (Mexia) I've been living here all of my adult life. I've seen the drastic changes over the years!! From a big overgrown country place to a place that has become flooded with warehouses, highways, apartments, even worse traffic, long lines at a lot of venues, massive home/community developments. No longer cheap to live here. Welcome to today's world. Lol. You mentioned the idiots on the road!!!! I totally AGREE! Many already living here, some passing through or visiting, combined with the ones that recently moved here and here we go!!! There are a lot of places here, the surrounding areas and right outside the surrounding cities that love to cater to kids and animals as well as the adults. Big welcome to you and your family!!!

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you so much!! ♥️

    • @yolondamcdowell6512
      @yolondamcdowell6512 Рік тому

      I’m so glad MEXIA is still country and does not have the highways issues. We have four, 14, 84 FM1365 and 39 😂😂😂 MEXIA definitely needs more apartment complex. I love Plano ❤️

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      @@yolondamcdowell6512 I love Plano too!! Thank you for watching! ❤

  • @robinbridges4110
    @robinbridges4110 Рік тому +2

    That’s very smart to visit and get a Airbnb in different neighborhoods

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Game changer for real!

    • @Godsgirl3
      @Godsgirl3 Рік тому +1

      An idea. Very smart 🙏🏾

  • @ShebrewBoss
    @ShebrewBoss Рік тому +2

    This was very helpful. We are moving to Dallas in January. Thank you.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you & congratulations!!! I hope and pray the move goes smoothly for you and your family!!🤍❤️

  • @fall3nable
    @fall3nable Рік тому +2

    I loved this! Please vlog more mommy/family life content as it is so relatable out here.

  • @danahudson2495
    @danahudson2495 Рік тому +4

    Congratulations! Rent is high every where I remember in 2015 my rent for a one bedroom was $535 it is now $898 which is still cheap I have no intention on moving any time soon.😀

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you!!! Yes I agree rent is extremely high everywhere.

  • @keepingupwithju4264
    @keepingupwithju4264 Рік тому

    Ms. Girl, you are me speaking to everyone.

  • @financialtruthacademy9052
    @financialtruthacademy9052 Рік тому +3

    Congrats on the move.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you!! ♥

    • @financialtruthacademy9052
      @financialtruthacademy9052 Рік тому

      @LifeWithMC We are moving to The Woodlands, TX in August from California

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      @@financialtruthacademy9052 Congratulations!!!! That’s amazing!

  • @klassikminxxx3489
    @klassikminxxx3489 10 місяців тому

    Thank you for this video. So much info in one video. And all my questions were answered

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much!! ❤️

  • @IrenaEzeala
    @IrenaEzeala Рік тому +3

    WELCOME 2 D TOWN...

  • @vickisams3376
    @vickisams3376 Рік тому +2

    Welcome to Dallas...

  • @moyurahang2439
    @moyurahang2439 Рік тому +1

    Congrats on your move❤

  • @akeilatasby6501
    @akeilatasby6501 Рік тому +1

    Great info! We are moving this summer from Austin🙏🏽

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you!! Wish you and the family the best on your new journey! 🤍

  • @katiahworthey328
    @katiahworthey328 Рік тому

    I just moved here in January from Alabama!, you aint lying!

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Congratulations on your move! I hope Texas has been treating you well!! ♥️

  • @KayShanae
    @KayShanae 2 місяці тому

    I am VERY familiar with West Monroe!!! My dad is from Tensas parish. We used to live in Bastrop, but we used to go to the annual rodeos & do shopping in monroe/west monroe!

  • @samanthagray24
    @samanthagray24 Рік тому

    First time viewer! Been in the Dallas area for a decade now. I was watching feeling like it looked so familiar, then you said you were from Monroe! Me too! Welcome! I’m in Rockwall!

  • @thecolemans276
    @thecolemans276 Рік тому

    Completely loved and appreciate you for uploading this. Hoping that I’m able to move there … have to find a job… then place. This video encouraged me though

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      You got this and you are going to LOVE it here! ❤️

  • @brianalarise
    @brianalarise Рік тому +3

    i’m so nervous to move.(coming from south florida) i don’t think i’ll have the luxury to go up to texas to actually view so i have been utilizing street view on google maps to get the real view and use hashtags of the cities on tiktok and ig. i’m most concerned about my 2 year old and i don’t wanna have to worry about ppl hanging outside, or racism especially, or the place being problematic. And i won’t be having a car up there so i’m looking for a wfh job also

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +3

      I definitely understand. I could start doing some apartment tours for you guys if that would help!

    • @ladydede88
      @ladydede88 Рік тому

      I have the same nervousness

    • @shalontehernandez6752
      @shalontehernandez6752 11 місяців тому

      @@LifeWithMCThat would be great if you would do apt tours. I'm a family of 6 😬😂

  • @keyshunacole
    @keyshunacole Рік тому

    It’s definitely been on my medulla lately!

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Yesss! Adios MS hello TX!!! 🥰

  • @forwardthinkingtrucker
    @forwardthinkingtrucker Рік тому

    2 mins in you ALREADY speaking that gospel. Thumbs up. Love your vibe😂

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      😂😂😂 thank you!!! ❤️

  • @fitforaqueen007
    @fitforaqueen007 Рік тому

    Welcome to Texas! I'm in Texas as well.

  • @Godsgirl3
    @Godsgirl3 Рік тому

    Really enjoyed this. Thank you!! 🙌🏾

  • @sassyasme1236
    @sassyasme1236 Рік тому +1

    I moved here 11 years ago and it is a very nice place to live. However, I didn't find "some" natives to have that southern hospitality. I thought it was a bit strange and just me, but I have spoken to others who moved from different states, and they feel the same way.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      I’ve only been here two months but I definitely know what you mean.
      Thank you for watching! 🤍

  • @destinyxo_
    @destinyxo_ Рік тому +2

    Thank you for posting this video and the resources you shared. This is very timely for me. I live in Los Angeles and am seeking more diversity for my daughter. She goes to a great school but there are like 3 black kids in her whole grade. I'm going to look into what you shared and appreciate the tips you shared. All the best to you!

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! I wish you the best on your search! ♥️

    • @Godsgirl3
      @Godsgirl3 Рік тому

      🙏🏾

  • @GiBi-z7m
    @GiBi-z7m Рік тому

    Very informative!

  • @IamAprilK
    @IamAprilK Рік тому

    Hey neighbor! Welcome To DFW!!! If you EVER want to do a Happy Hour...let me know! 😄 PS our "speed limit" is a Suggestion...

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      😂😂😂😂 heavy on the speed limit being a suggestion!
      Yessssss Happy hour sounds great! Thank you!! ❤️

    • @IamAprilK
      @IamAprilK Рік тому

      @@LifeWithMC i will send you a private message

  • @KeellahB95
    @KeellahB95 Рік тому +1

    Welcome to Dallas 😂❤

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      😂😂 thank you so much!!! 🤍🤍

  • @tashad2201
    @tashad2201 Рік тому

    Congrats on move! My husband and I just moved to Irving temporarily while. We are searching for a home. I agree with everything you said. Not sure how people are moving with no money lol. And I stay OFF the highways 😂😂😂😂.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you!! Wishing you both the best on your search! ♥️ Those homes go so fast here!
      Right like if you don't have money then you have to have family helping or something. There is no way anyone is moving anywhere with no money at all lol. I legit was terrified to drive on the highway the first two weeks 😂 😂

  • @stefaneedtv
    @stefaneedtv Рік тому +1

    Welcome to Dallas 😭

  • @yakk720
    @yakk720 Рік тому

    Nice content. We moving out there in 2 months. Narrowed it down to McKinney Allen Plano or Frisco.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Thank you!! You’re going to love any of those locations! Like you can’t go wrong with either of those places whether you’re moving alone or with a family! Wishing you the best!!

    • @yakk720
      @yakk720 Рік тому +1

      Thanks. We been out there twice and heard it’s diversity in those areas. Yea we’re a family of 5. Wife and 3 kids

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Oh yes extremely diverse! You're going to love it!

  • @xavier2751
    @xavier2751 Рік тому +3

    Get yourself some Terry Blacks bbq 👌

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you!! I literally was just saying yesterday I haven’t had any bbq since being here.

    • @xavier2751
      @xavier2751 Рік тому

      @@LifeWithMC That would be a great place to start! Weekend evenings are typically BUSY BUSY. If you and the fam need any bbq suggestions feel free to ask 🤝

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much! I will definitely be reaching back out for more suggestions, thank you!

    • @xavier2751
      @xavier2751 Рік тому +1

      @@LifeWithMC Very much welcome

    • @cookie4uc
      @cookie4uc Рік тому +3

      I loved Terry Blacks while visiting ❤️

  • @GoogleAccount00
    @GoogleAccount00 Рік тому +3

    I’m 2 minutes in and lmaooooooo

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      LMFAO! 😂 I was laughing at myself editing this video today lol smh

    • @Godsgirl3
      @Godsgirl3 Рік тому

      Lol

  • @ashleyh2373
    @ashleyh2373 9 місяців тому

    I came across your video recently because I too am moving to Dallas soon…from Chicago for work. I appreciate the transparency and information you shared. Like you, I’ve watched lots of videos and they never seem overly realistic or what my situation may be. You mentioned an incident of racism, do you care to share where you were and if you believe it may be “the norm” for that spot/area?

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  9 місяців тому +1

      McKinney! It's strange because the area is SUPER diverse but I guess you're going to run into it at some point. It's annoying AF I'll tell you that.

    • @JoeyThomason
      @JoeyThomason 8 місяців тому +1

      The racism in Chicago is covert and deeply rooted. I grew up there and will never move back.

  • @faithwilliams4337
    @faithwilliams4337 Рік тому

    Here from your bankruptcy video. Gained a new subscriber!! so blessed to have come across your page, I'm planning my move to Dallas and this vid popped up next. I was so set on Plano but like you said, diversity matters!! I was kind of nervous looking at the percentage of black kids.. Question, I currently own my house and debating chap 7(house excluded).. do you think its best to lock something in before I file, or apply after things discharge?

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! 🤍
      Definitely lock something in before the bankruptcy if possible.

  • @DashBorad_P
    @DashBorad_P Рік тому

    You should came to Red Oak or DeSoto Texas.. like North Dallas is overrated. That’s where majority of the other move to. So yea. Nxt time look out this way.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Thank you for the recommendations! We actually are planning to look in DeSoto. We were pressed for time and had to move quick and just got the first 3br condo we could find that had a pretty nice school but I want a house with a nice yard in a nice quiet neighborhood.

    • @DashBorad_P
      @DashBorad_P Рік тому

      @@LifeWithMC we have all of that. Out this way.. red oak, DeSoto, waxahachie, even certain parts on Lancaster…. North Dallas is just so overrated. That’s all you hear about. So everyone is pressing that way. Until they realize that we have other parts of the city that much much cheaper.

    • @DashBorad_P
      @DashBorad_P Рік тому

      Oh yea. We be driving.. especially on that 75. On that 35. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 80 nd 90 is a must…

  • @consultingwithciera
    @consultingwithciera Рік тому

    I am moving there within the next yr im struggling trying to figure out the city your thoughts on Arlington, Denton & Desoto?

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      All those cities are nice and diverse especially DeSoto. I will say this its a hit and miss with all these cities especially depending on how deep you get into those cities. Arlington can get crazy especially during football season as far as traffic goes. If you can visit here I definitely would advise to do that because you know things always look good on the internet. I could visit those areas, which I plan on doing when school starts to tour properties and neighborhoods.

  • @sheenahammond1442
    @sheenahammond1442 11 місяців тому

    People didn't understand why I traveled late night. I like for them to sleep most of the ride lol

  • @1DEEPTHOUGHT2213
    @1DEEPTHOUGHT2213 Рік тому

    I didn't know you were from Birmingham.

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Small world!! My husband is from Birmingham, I'm from Louisiana but I moved to Bham in 2017. ❤️

  • @harmonioushoney
    @harmonioushoney Рік тому

    Diversity is why I’m moving…but I don’t want to jeopardize safety..how did you get around that?

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      Honestly, I came out here a lot before moving and stayed in areas I wanted to live in. Staying in airbnbs for an extended period of time and acting like a local (going to gyms, grocery shopping, shopping malls, events, etc) let me know for a fact if that area would be safe for me and my family. The area we are in now is diverse and I definitely feel safe but no matter how safe I feel my guard is never 100% down.

  • @Snow-ef6rd
    @Snow-ef6rd Рік тому

    I’m also in bham what company you used to move to Dallas?

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому +1

      We ended up finding a spot through Zillow but Smart City Locating did find us a lot of apartments and townhomes they were just too small for us.

  • @alysalexander6556
    @alysalexander6556 Рік тому

    Can you please send me your Birmingham recommendation?
    I sent you a DM on Instagram 😊

    • @LifeWithMC
      @LifeWithMC  Рік тому

      Hey! Send again! I had my message requests off. The spam drives me nuts.

    • @alysalexander6556
      @alysalexander6556 Рік тому

      @@LifeWithMC LOL I get it. Let me resend it

  • @glamdollrickell
    @glamdollrickell Рік тому

    Yess Welcome to my City!!!! DTX!