As a Portlandian, born and bread, I am overjoyed seeing authentic and well-rounded appreciation of my home. We pride ourselves in being loving and welcoming. Those of us born up at OHSU are almost genetically compelled to include everyone in our culture to grow our culture with every new good idea. Welcome! I can speak for many of us in saying we are happy to have you and your family.
More Portland content please! I’m 25 and considering moving to Portland for a better career opportunity. Often people speak badly of Portland, but this was refreshing.
I can’t comprehend why one would watch a video advocating to live in Portland, while having nothing good to say about it…. I guess it’s all perspective.
I lived there for almost 4 years because of a good paying job. But the crime is ridiculous. Anything less than someone almost dying the police don’t come. Had my car broken into 4 times, one time they tried to steal it but failed. Thieves tried to break into my apartment twice while I was home. And not to mention the racist people I had to deal with on almost a daily basis.
Let's not forget the Public Transportation in Portland is hiring like Trimet (Bus/Train system of Portland with a hiring bonus of $7500), Uber, Lyft, Taxis, Veterans Affairs Motor Vehicle Operator, and C-Tran (Vancouver WA public bus & paratransit Operators)
I want to thank you for giving a different, fuller perspective of Portland other than “crime infestation.” We certainly have problems here, but I live in the downtown area and serve the marginalized people in transitional housing. Other than avoiding certain areas at night, it’s not as bad as people claim.
Thank you for making this video! You came across as authentic and unscripted. I have visited Portland over a dozen times over the past decade or so. As a Californian, the natural beauty and urban charm never gets old. Forest Park is a must every time I visit especially in the Spring and Summer months when the sun is hidden by the vast number of trees. You've given me some other great activities take part in next time I visit.
I lived in the area decades ago, and sometimes I really miss it. If I ever moved back, I'd find a place in Clark County. Vancouver, Washington, known locally as "The Couve" has a beautiful waterfront that's only 9 miles from the one downtown, and Vancouver is kind of like Portland's "mini-me" in a lot of ways, which means you enjoy the amenities of the city, while still feeling a small town vibe.
Sadly it no longer has a small town feel anymore. Lots of homeless camps everywhere. Open drug use, crime. Homes are 500K to start. Lack of primary care physicians.
I enjoy living here, but Oregon came in as 43rd for education/academics in 2024. I have no regrets living here, but I don't have children in school. I wouldn't consider education here a top asset.
Thanks for these videos! My family and I are relocating from North Texas Prosper area to Portland Metro Beaverton to be exact! I'm original from West Hollywood Cali and after 5 years in Texas we all had enough.. That said, we visited Oregon this past January and it was amazing I love the diversity, great pedestrian infrastructure and many cool unique things about Portland.
Hello Gary. You're definitely not alone... I can't tell you how many people reach out to us with a similar story of looking towards this area for greater diversity & a more balanced lifestyle. I'd love to discuss your move, specific goals & any time frames/ deadlines you may have. Would you be open to chat via phone or Zoom? Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to share your story! - Hal
@@halbyrd_you are doing the worst work for the area. If your job comes from out tax money it should be spent on roads. We don't have paved roads in a huge chunk of the city. But we want more people to move here and raise the prices?
@@TonyMarselle Depending on ones perception of the burbs because the burbs will vary from place to place. We lived in the sticks of North Texas practically and Beaverton is crazy close to everything. For me personally, I lived on the upper west side Manhattan New York City for 9 years and I lived in Los Angeles West Hollywood so yeah Beaverton is not even close to that kind of culture and life style although, I think for us at this point of our lives getting back to the west coast vibe and for the kids and being able to be around some like minded people and culture matters the most.
It used to be. It used to be great here. But now it's unsafe, overrun with homeless. Street takeovers, shootings, fentanyl crisis, blah blah blah. It was great in 2020, but all hell broke loose with the riots and legalizing drugs.
With 2.5 million people the number of jobs doesn’t seem like it’s anywhere near that. As someone with not working in hospitals, finance or restaurants is finding regular descent paying job difficult at the moment?
Port of Portland is closing its container business - or rather the shipping companies are - because it’s become too expensive for them to make the trip up the Columbia River when they can just disembark at Port of Tacoma and truck the goods down.
@scottgrohs5940 The container business at terminal 6 is in trouble, but the port as a whole, especially the export side, is doing OK, especially considering that the port is 100 miles inland.
Really enjoyed this! Your love for the city really comes through. Interested to hear some points on Portland's challenges as well, please follow up with another one!
im 21, from Canada (British Columbia) and want to stay in the Pacific Northwest but no longer want to live in Canada for many reasons. im weighing my options for once im out of university.
I have a weird question about the perks of Washington income tax… is that a real thing? Could you live in Vancouver but work for a Portland business and still have your income tax? Or is it that you can life in Portland and work in Washington for no income tax? Or would you have to both live and work in Washington? My friends and I were talking about moving to Oregon vs Washington and that was a huge thing we were stumped on
I cannot give tax advice, but my understanding & what I've seen with clients that relocate is that you have to either 1) live & work in WA 2) live in WA & work remotely or 3) live in WA & have a hybrid position where you only pay tax for the days you work in OR but the days you work remote in WA don't incur state income taxes. Please contact me if you have more questions at 360.818.4438 and consult your tax professional or I can recommend some for you :)
I'm in Downtown almost every week. We just posted a video of the Portland Winter Ice Rink where we had a client event. Portland certainly has its problems & I'll be doing videos on that as well, but it's not all that different than what I've seen in other big cities. Also, this video address the entire Metro, not just the city.
@@halbyrd_as a local I must suggest you stop telling people to move here. Rent has tripled, jobs do not pay enough and the culture of Portland has changed to become like LA. Very fake, very scared. We need to stop focusing on growth and start focusing on community again.
You must be conservative. Liberalism which opens society to non whites is not dumpster fire in principle. Nativism makes people think liberalism is dumpster fire.
I just drove by Denny’s this morning on Hayden Island. There is a guy there doing the “fentanyl flop” And don’t even get me going about Delta Park. Portland is a dead city. It just doesn’t know it yet.
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As a Portlandian, born and bread, I am overjoyed seeing authentic and well-rounded appreciation of my home. We pride ourselves in being loving and welcoming. Those of us born up at OHSU are almost genetically compelled to include everyone in our culture to grow our culture with every new good idea. Welcome! I can speak for many of us in saying we are happy to have you and your family.
More Portland content please!
I’m 25 and considering moving to Portland for a better career opportunity. Often people speak badly of Portland, but this was refreshing.
That is such a compliment, thank you! Make sure to subscribe, we'll be putting out much more Portland content going forward
😂 Don't be that sucker. It's a dumpster fire rolling down the street uncontrolled here.
I can’t comprehend why one would watch a video advocating to live in Portland, while having nothing good to say about it…. I guess it’s all perspective.
I lived there for almost 4 years because of a good paying job. But the crime is ridiculous. Anything less than someone almost dying the police don’t come. Had my car broken into 4 times, one time they tried to steal it but failed. Thieves tried to break into my apartment twice while I was home. And not to mention the racist people I had to deal with on almost a daily basis.
Dystopia. Unsafe. It used to be lovely here, but it's not.
I didn’t see the Portland, Oregon part, I just saw “six reasons to live” and felt it was important to click on it 😂😂😂
Haha I hope it ended up being a worthwhile video for you 😉
Let's not forget the Public Transportation in Portland is hiring like Trimet (Bus/Train system of Portland with a hiring bonus of $7500), Uber, Lyft, Taxis, Veterans Affairs Motor Vehicle Operator, and C-Tran (Vancouver WA public bus & paratransit Operators)
Good point. Three of my best friends work for Tri-Met.
husband, got offer salary job so im looking to videos to find cons and pros , thanky you for this video!
Thank you so much for the video. My choice was between Washington and Oregon. Oregon wins! I'm really looking forward to my move in August.
Congratulations! I hope you enjoy it so much :)
I want to thank you for giving a different, fuller perspective of Portland other than “crime infestation.” We certainly have problems here, but I live in the downtown area and serve the marginalized people in transitional housing. Other than avoiding certain areas at night, it’s not as bad as people claim.
I’m from CA but feel like a new start in life and Oregon for some reason has always called my name but I never been there 😂
Thank you for making this video! You came across as authentic and unscripted. I have visited Portland over a dozen times over the past decade or so. As a Californian, the natural beauty and urban charm never gets old. Forest Park is a must every time I visit especially in the Spring and Summer months when the sun is hidden by the vast number of trees. You've given me some other great activities take part in next time I visit.
I’m loving Portland & am moving there in a few days😌💚🫶🏽✨
Portland is awesome-we have enough people here. It was better when it was a secret.
I lived in the area decades ago, and sometimes I really miss it. If I ever moved back, I'd find a place in Clark County. Vancouver, Washington, known locally as "The Couve" has a beautiful waterfront that's only 9 miles from the one downtown, and Vancouver is kind of like Portland's "mini-me" in a lot of ways, which means you enjoy the amenities of the city, while still feeling a small town vibe.
Sadly it no longer has a small town feel anymore. Lots of homeless camps everywhere. Open drug use, crime. Homes are 500K to start. Lack of primary care physicians.
I enjoy living here, but Oregon came in as 43rd for education/academics in 2024. I have no regrets living here, but I don't have children in school. I wouldn't consider education here a top asset.
Thanks for these videos! My family and I are relocating from North Texas Prosper area to Portland Metro Beaverton to be exact! I'm original from West Hollywood Cali and after 5 years in Texas we all had enough.. That said, we visited Oregon this past January and it was amazing I love the diversity, great pedestrian infrastructure and many cool unique things about Portland.
Hello Gary. You're definitely not alone... I can't tell you how many people reach out to us with a similar story of looking towards this area for greater diversity & a more balanced lifestyle.
I'd love to discuss your move, specific goals & any time frames/ deadlines you may have. Would you be open to chat via phone or Zoom? Thanks for watching the channel and taking the time to share your story! - Hal
Beaverton ain't Portland. Thats beyond rhe burbs. But welcome.
@@halbyrd_you are doing the worst work for the area. If your job comes from out tax money it should be spent on roads.
We don't have paved roads in a huge chunk of the city.
But we want more people to move here and raise the prices?
Move elsewhere
@@TonyMarselle Depending on ones perception of the burbs because the burbs will vary from place to place. We lived in the sticks of North Texas practically and Beaverton is crazy close to everything. For me personally, I lived on the upper west side Manhattan New York City for 9 years and I lived in Los Angeles West Hollywood so yeah Beaverton is not even close to that kind of culture and life style although, I think for us at this point of our lives getting back to the west coast vibe and for the kids and being able to be around some like minded people and culture matters the most.
I’m certainly considering… SEEMS to be A Beautiful Place
It used to be. It used to be great here. But now it's unsafe, overrun with homeless. Street takeovers, shootings, fentanyl crisis, blah blah blah. It was great in 2020, but all hell broke loose with the riots and legalizing drugs.
Good info! Very insightful!
Glad you think so! People hate on Portland way too much in my opinion
With 2.5 million people the number of jobs doesn’t seem like it’s anywhere near that. As someone with not working in hospitals, finance or restaurants is finding regular descent paying job difficult at the moment?
Yes! Portlanders are struggling! Rent is off the charts.
Check out the Port of Portland and Vancouver, USA. They have thousands of jobs in the maritime industry.
Port of Portland is closing its container business - or rather the shipping companies are - because it’s become too expensive for them to make the trip up the Columbia River when they can just disembark at Port of Tacoma and truck the goods down.
@scottgrohs5940
The container business at terminal 6 is in trouble, but the port as a whole, especially the export side, is doing OK, especially considering that the port is 100 miles inland.
Really enjoyed this! Your love for the city really comes through. Interested to hear some points on Portland's challenges as well, please follow up with another one!
That's a great idea! We'll be publishing more Portland content from here in out & I'll add your suggestion to the list!
"Challenges" 😅
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I love living here but it’s so expensive compared to the average income and there’s not enough housing 😢
im 21, from Canada (British Columbia) and want to stay in the Pacific Northwest but no longer want to live in Canada for many reasons. im weighing my options for once im out of university.
Vancouver is far greater then Portland. One of the best cities in the world really.
+ I love wineee whattt adore the Keep Oregon Weird💓
I have a weird question about the perks of Washington income tax… is that a real thing? Could you live in Vancouver but work for a Portland business and still have your income tax? Or is it that you can life in Portland and work in Washington for no income tax?
Or would you have to both live and work in Washington? My friends and I were talking about moving to Oregon vs Washington and that was a huge thing we were stumped on
I cannot give tax advice, but my understanding & what I've seen with clients that relocate is that you have to either 1) live & work in WA 2) live in WA & work remotely or 3) live in WA & have a hybrid position where you only pay tax for the days you work in OR but the days you work remote in WA don't incur state income taxes. Please contact me if you have more questions at 360.818.4438 and consult your tax professional or I can recommend some for you :)
DEI
Drugs
No Police
High rent
Can’t go out after dark
Rainey
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Hi. What list is this?.. Thanks for watching! -
Spot on!
Not planning to live in Portland when I retire but definitely will explore the area. Area has a lot to offer.
It does have so so much to offer! It's a great city even with its challenges.
Every criticism people have of Los Angeles literally is the same in this city down south everyone likes to move to 😂
We don’t need more people here. Come visit. Don’t stay. Can you tell I’m native to Oregon?
Please stop. My God go downtown. Its a zombieland.
I'm in Downtown almost every week. We just posted a video of the Portland Winter Ice Rink where we had a client event. Portland certainly has its problems & I'll be doing videos on that as well, but it's not all that different than what I've seen in other big cities. Also, this video address the entire Metro, not just the city.
Shut up
@@halbyrd_as a local I must suggest you stop telling people to move here. Rent has tripled, jobs do not pay enough and the culture of Portland has changed to become like LA. Very fake, very scared. We need to stop focusing on growth and start focusing on community again.
@@TonyMarsellethat’s all cities bro
@@halbyrd_you are full of it
I miss Portland, but won't live there again
I live here, we miss it too.
I know you're not alone in that feeling
No. Don’t move here.
Just curious, from your standpoint, why wouldn't you live in Portland? Thanks for the input
Stealing cars is legal, downtown looks like a drug market, buisnesss moving out
dont forget about the insane taxes if youre apart of the middle class and not broke. :|
I dont understand , i mean it is ALL BAD? there are no good place to live or visit in Oregon? I'm not from USA
@@gabrielsr4791 No, it's not all bad. There's plenty of amazing things in Portland and surrounding areas.
It's a dumpster fire in Portland, but that's what they voted for.
I agree the video is full of lies. Thanks for the support.@finessnu2903
You must be conservative. Liberalism which opens society to non whites is not dumpster fire in principle. Nativism makes people think liberalism is dumpster fire.
So, please explain to me why Japan is so beautiful and clean...is it Diversity?@@tobibabs7725
Spoken like a true woke pos
I just drove by Denny’s this morning on Hayden Island. There is a guy there doing the “fentanyl flop”
And don’t even get me going about Delta Park.
Portland is a dead city. It just doesn’t know it yet.