Talk me out of moving back to Massachusetts

[garandman]

NES is a great forum for like minded people, however it really can not do much for your 2nd. amendment rights in a place like the peoples republic of Assachusetts.

Disagree. How recently did you move from MA to NH?

NES helped mobilize a lot of people to come to the H2259 (the "Shall Issue" proposal) hearings at the state house. It's a good way for GOAL to get out the word. It's a place to discuss candidates and support for people like Senator Scott Brown.

Unfortunately it's also a place for the "Can't Do" to commiserate. Don't you think NES working in your state to help roll back the ban on firearms in the Legislature, or the actions of the New Boston police chief?

 

[gjones77]

There's also the "you'll usually lose on RE tax in NH" problem, but I'm waiving that from the argument because IMHO freedom is worth paying for.

-Mike

I actually see the RE tax as a zero sum game with regards to moving to NH, when you add up how much you spend in a year with MA sale tax, property tax, income tax, and all the various other taxes and fees, it evens it out.

 

[gene]

Unless you live in East Boston, it will take you 1 hour + to get there from anywhere in the suburbs.

 

[garandman]

Hey buddy, I have news for you! the economy is not strong anywhere. And to add insult to injury, socialist states like Massachusetts are making things worse by continuing to tax the shit out of struggling hard working people so they can continue support the professional layabouts on the public dole in an effort to be reelected!!!

Sorry you feel that way. We're hiring 4 people in MA and 2 in CT, and the OP is talking about getting a job in MA, so apparently it's not all gloom.

The OP lives in Maine, where the state tax burden is highest in the country, so it would still be an imrovement. But some people here committed to snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

 

[S&WM&P9]

Sorry you feel that way. We're hiring 4 people in MA and 2 in CT, and the OP is talking about getting a job in MA, so apparently it's not all gloom.

The OP lives in Maine, where the state tax burden is highest in the country, so it would still be an imrovement. But some people here committed to snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

Wow! 6 whole new jobs, that's GREAT!

 

[gjones77]

Wow! 6 whole new jobs, that's GREAT!

He is only using his company as an example, there are far more jobs than that.

And as much as I can't stand the lack of freedom and high taxes in Mass, I have to agree, there are more jobs here than in many other New England states (look at RI).

So making a sarcastic remark like that is in poor taste, Garandman has shown he adds to discussions, and you're not adding much at all.

 

[bostonasphalt2]

I actually see the RE tax as a zero sum game with regards to moving to NH, when you add up how much you spend in a year with MA sale tax, property tax, income tax, and all the various other taxes and fees, it evens it out.

which is a zero sum game if you also work in NH, but if you work in MA and live in NH you can get proper fvcked.

 

[gjones77]

which is a zero sum game if you also work in NH, but if you work in MA and live in NH you can get proper fvcked.

I agree, if you live in NH but work in MA is really is a matter of "The beatings will continue until morale improves."

 

[garandman]

Wow! 6 whole new jobs, that's GREAT!

Well, we've hired three people in the last few months, and they sure seem happy.

So, when did you move to NH from MA?

 

[Serapis]

I would go on a nice splurge and buy some nice guns to bring back with you in this state.

 

[06LemansC6]

To the people commenting that you get f*cked by living in NH and working in MA. I'm curious how many have done it?

I've been in NH just about all of my adult life and only worked for a NH company 6 months of that time. The property tax debate depends entirely on the town in MA and the town in NH you are comparing. In my case my property tax is high, but I like the small town we live in and what we have here. For the most part the taxes even out. We don't have a sales or excise tax, but do have other taxes, such as a town tax for registering vehicles (based on value). I sure wouldn't like paying MA sales tax on a $50k vehicle. I do pay the MA income tax, but the job would also pay less if it were in NH, so that evens out. For me living in southern NH and working in MA allows me to own a bigger house and more land than I could if I lived in MA. I have a company vehicle with fuel expenses paid, so other than the 1 hour drive time (each way) the commute is a non issue. I would prefer to work in NH, but I've been with the same company 12 years, get paid fairly and the owners actually care about their employees.

In a nutshell living in NH is about the fact that I can own more house and land for the same $$, and I feel the government treats the citizens better there than they do in MA.

As for what is better, living in NH or MA. It's really about personal preference and arguing about it is about a silly as arguing about whether a Glock, or Sig is better. If living in MA works for you and your are happy, then great. I happen to enjoy living in NH and would not return to MA. Do what's right for you and your family.

 

[bostonasphalt2]

As for what is better, living in NH or MA. It's really about personal preference and arguing about it is about a silly as arguing about whether a Glock, or Sig is better. If living in MA works for you and your are happy, then great. I happen to enjoy living in NH and would not return to MA. Do what's right for you and your family.

And this is what it boils down to. +whatever I have to you!

 

[PaulD]

I actually see the RE tax as a zero sum game with regards to moving to NH, when you add up how much you spend in a year with MA sale tax, property tax, income tax, and all the various other taxes and fees, it evens it out.

Don't forget to factor in commuting costs (fuel, wear & tear, opportunity cost of lost time, etc)