{"id":20525,"date":"2013-11-26T10:00:21","date_gmt":"2013-11-26T15:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mommybites.com\/newyork\/?p=20525"},"modified":"2013-12-30T04:47:02","modified_gmt":"2013-12-30T09:47:02","slug":"when-does-moving-make-sense","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mommybites.com\/newyork\/when-does-moving-make-sense\/","title":{"rendered":"When Does Moving Make Sense?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Debating a move from the city to the suburbs? Here\u2019s why we like the preschool years!<\/p>\n

You\u2019ve debated it over and over, from the minute you found out you were pregnant until now. Should you move to the \u2018burbs? You\u2019ve heard every side of the argument, from the gym buddy who vowed never to go farther than the end of the 6 line to the colleague who espouses the benefits of suburban living from 9-5. But what\u2019s the answer to the city vs. suburbs debate? What is the best time\u2014and IS there a \u201cbest time?\u201d\u2014to ditch the hustle and bustle for the picket fence?<\/p>\n

On our end, we like the preschool years to make the move. In the earliest baby days life is tough\u2014you\u2019re stressed, you\u2019re overtired and you\u2019re overextended. It\u2019s infinitely easier to pack baby into her stroller and walk to the drugstore to snag diapers than to load your squirming, unpredictable newborn into her equally unpredictable car seat every time you need something. By eliminating the drive you\u2019re eliminating countless headaches\u2014and, likewise, you\u2019ll have everything you need right at your fingertips in the city.<\/p>\n

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But once you\u2019re into the 2s, 3s and 4s, it\u2019s prime time to scour the suburbs. Why do we love it then? For tons of reasons!<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll be happy\u2014and be lotto-less<\/strong><\/p>\n

We\u2019ve worked with thousands of families making the move from NYC to the \u2018burbs and what we\u2019ve heard over and over is this: school matters. Not just for the kids but for you, Mom and Dad. Move to Westchester, Long Island, New Jersey or Connecticut pre-kindergarten and, right off the bat, your child will be zoned for an A+ school without the hassle of the epic city lottery system and headaches that come from countless applications and interviews.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll lay the \u201creal school\u201d groundwork<\/strong><\/p>\n

While many a mom has stood steadfast in her desire to keep her kids in ONE school system from K-12, the foundation is really laid in preschool. Sure, many of the kids from her 3s and 4s classes won\u2019t go to the same elementary school, but plenty will. Having a few friends on day 1 of \u201creal school\u201d will make your child \u2014 and you \u2014 feel more confident. Emotions can run high when the big yellow bus pulls up for the first time, and it\u2019s great for both of you to have that existing support system.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll meet the moms!<\/strong><\/p>\n

Not only is preschool a great time for your kids to meet their future BFFs, but it\u2019s the perfect time for you to mix and mingle with area mamas, stress-free. While preschoolers are definitely busy, busy, busy, their social lives tend to revolve around birthday parties and play dates vs. sporting events, lessons and extra-curriculars. Because they\u2019re little, it\u2019s likely you\u2019ll be hanging around, too\u2014so bring a bottle of wine or some sweet treats and easily expand your suburban social circles, too!<\/p>\n

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You\u2019ll be ready to tackle it right<\/strong><\/p>\n

You had a baby. You got into the swing of things as a stay-at-home or working mom. You got a handle on life with your little guy or girl, learned to juggle it all and can (admit it\u2026) do virtually anything with just one hand. NOW is the time to think about putting down suburban roots. Tackling too much at one time can be a recipe for disaster\u2014but 2, 3 or 4 years into mommydom, and you likely feel more comfortable, more confident and more prepared to dive into a new home and all that comes with it.<\/p>\n

Remember this: it\u2019s never too early and it\u2019s never too late. Every family is different, needs different things and prioritizes differently. Take a step back and think about your burgeoning brood and what makes the most sense for you right now\u2014and what your decision will look like in 6 months or a year from now.<\/p>\n

Remember, whether you\u2019re actively looking, browsing a bit or just looking to bounce ideas off of a neighborhood pro, The Suburban Jungle Realty Group can help. We\u2019re moms, we\u2019re dads and we\u2019ve been right where you are now\u2014give us a call!<\/p>\n

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The Suburban Jungle Realty Group is the first of its kind real estate strategic relocation firm dedicated exclusively to helping young families leave NYC for the SUBURBS! Each family works with their personal strategist as well as our relocation team to find the right town, and then of course the right home! <\/em><\/p>\n

Our award winning \u201ctown first\u201d approach to real estate helps to make certain that you are looking in the right places, and more importantly asking the right questions. All of our services are free. Click to learn more about how we work and read about us in The New York Times<\/span>, Wall Street Journal<\/span>, Westchester Magazine<\/span>, The Real Deal<\/span> and more.<\/em><\/p>\n

For more information or to contact the Suburban Jungle Realty Group visit http:\/\/suburbanjunglerealty.com\/<\/a> or call 646-666.8866<\/em><\/p>\n

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