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Free registration at the forum removes this block.[/QUOTE]Hey I got your pm, just getting a chance to answer you now.
So here is the thing, you are allowed to stay in the States for 6 Months (without a Visa) within 1 year (NOTE: I have been told that this has changed to 4 months now... please check on the government websites to make sure)
If you have never been stopped at the border before (and have travelled to the US before) it SHOULD be relatively easy.
When I did this, I told the customs border that I was staying for 2-3 months (just don't say 6 because it will look suspect). I was asked what I was doing (I said travelling - DO NOT MENTION BUSINESS - YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO GO INTO THE STATES AND SAY YOU WILL BE SOLICITING BUSINESS)
They asked me what I do, I said "I have a video marketing agency which I can run as long as I have internet allowing me freedom to travel" I already had clients and products making me money before I went into the states. (SO everything I told them was true and I did not plan on breaking those rules)
I was allowed in.
I came back after 5 months and 28 days (I did not risk overstaying 6 months - MAKE SURE YOU DO THIS).
I recommend you go down and feel it out, see how you like it and go from there (1 step at a time).
After my stint I went back, tried for a visa etc. (TRUST me it was a headache and 3 halves. I got in border trouble etc etc.) - Granted I was part of a startup that went really south, really quick after a few things came to light. So my situation is peculiar, but it's still not a walk in the park to get a visa.
I would NOT do it without a lawyer. It will cost you roughly $3000 (I know because I paid one to draft my papers). I never ended up using them though.
In short, go down, not on business, feel it out and go from there
QUOTE="Vladb, post: 452103, member: 21371"]Anyone planning on going in a month or two? I'm looking to move up my timeline and move down in June. Would be good to find someone to split costs. Give me a shout if you're looking for the same!
Also, anyone from Canada that can advise on the move and how to explain it to immigration? I want to avoid any trouble that may cut my stay short, and I hear it may be a real issue if one's not careful. Any info on this would be very appreciated.
So....has anyone got the ball rolling on making the move?
Jogging?!? Us runners call it "Running"!Small world - As I ride my bike down the Canal in Scottsdale last night, I ride right past another fastlane forum member who happened to be jogging at the time.
...we are everywhere!
Planning to record some more videos for our youtube channels in the upcoming weeks:
Grand Canyon.
Flagstaff.
Prescott.
Anyone else already out here know good filming spots?
Fixed... thanks!"Running "
I was just wondering whether it was true 'running' (whatever that means) and geezer "jogging."Fixed... thanks!
I was just wondering whether it was true 'running' (whatever that means) and geezer "jogging."
/geezer
And BTWL - 104F there right now!
Another observation that I wanted to mention... I foster dogs when I'm in AZ, namely German Shepherd dogs. They come from a very good rescue that treats them very well. Volunteers take the dogs out for walks and play with them daily. The problem is that are still living in a rescue home, inside a cage or crate. When they cannot find adopters or fosters for these dogs, they just live there, sometimes for over a year. They get better, but never get to their full potential.
When I foster a dog and bring them into my happy home, the changes in them are amazing. To me, it just shows what a good environment can do for them. They make complete 180 changes. The dog in my profile pic to the left, Phoebe, was my last foster. I could not even touch her below her neck without her crying and running off. 4 months later she was a normal acting, playful dog! Now she is with a loving couple in her permanent home.
I make this post, because I believe that people need the same thing. The big difference is that a dog cannot choose to move, but you can. You can choose to change your environment. I believe that deep inside, you will know "if" you need a change. Something inside you is burning telling you that your current living situation is just not right for you. Even if you aren't sure if Arizona or Texas is right for you, you should give a new place a shot. The worse possible outcome is that you move back to where you came from.
Haulapia falls. Its a 2 hour hike down but it;s worth itThree more fastlaners joining us here in scottsdale.... Took a trip up to Sedona yesterday to talk about our experiences.
Who's next?
Planning to record some more videos for our youtube channels in the upcoming weeks:
Grand Canyon.
Flagstaff.
Prescott.
Anyone else already out here know good filming spots?
Haulapia falls. Its a 2 hour hike down but it;s worth it
Holy crap! Well done, Sir!I run 50 miles a week. Some of it is on the track at a 6 minute/mile pace. Yesterday, I ran in the middle of the afternoon, 104 or so, at an 8 minute/mile average pace. That was after a softball tournament weekend!
I'm just a few months back into the groove after a multiple year injury layoff. Will be faster soon! Watch out "Fastlane"!!!
Ageed!Holy crap! Well done, Sir!
I moved here from San Diego. The heat was my biggest concern. I lived less than a quarter mile from the beach where it stayed cool all summer. It turns out that the heat is the only drawback that I found.I've actually been thinking of moving to Arizona. Wish I could right now but I'll have to make it happen soon. At this point I just want to escape California (bay area) all together.
@JasonR since you know California, how vast is the difference? Socially and economically
@JasonR since you know California, how vast is the difference? Socially and economically
It's no where near as bad as people make it out to be. Yes it's hot but it's a dry heat.I lived in Southern California for the summer a few years back and loved it. I would still be there if it hadn't been a money issue. It's just soooo expensive. You need some serious cash to live there.
I was just online looking at short-term rentals in Scottsdale and the temps popped up...it said Scottsdale was supposed to get to 115 degrees this week! Holy smoke, I think I might wait until the end of the year for a visit. ha
It's no where near as bad as people make it out to be. Yes it's hot but it's a dry heat.
I'm from Indianapolis and I'd take 115 degrees with no humidity over 90 degrees with 70% humidity... any day.
Hmmmm. That's what they told me when I went to California in the middle of a record heat wave
"It will be a dry heat!" they said. Next thing you know I am driving to a Jimmy Stewart tribute in Beverly Hills in 103 degrees with my dress literally stuck to the back of my seat from sweat. lol
P.S. Don't frighten me with your pictures depicting Arizona, Allen. haha. At first I thought it was a google ad, and I thought 'how coincidental..we were just talking about Ariz.."
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