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Where Is Spring?

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Services for Real Estate Pros with Ward County Notary Services 607851

It's easy to relate the seasons to where you grew up but when you move across or around the country the weather may be disorientating for a year or two.

    March in North Dakota                 March in Arizona

         

We see a lot of disorientation or reorientation with folks moving to the Minot area from Southern climates. The Minot Air Force base and the Western North Dakota oil fields bring a lot of people up here that had never experienced snow or sub-zero temperatures before in their lives.

It was rare that I worked with clients prior to their arrival here in Minot North Dakota but it did happen on occasion. When visiting with them on the phone I would ask if they were familiar with a Northern climate and if not I would fill them in verbally and if they wanted I volunteered to send them a "Northern States survival list". 

If I were to move to a Southern climate what advice would you give to me?

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Michael Jacobs
Pasadena, CA
Pasadena And Southern California 818.516.4393

Hello Bob - I am well-aware that the diversity in weather in our country is very much "alive".  

Mar 20, 2025 03:50 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It is indeed diverse Michael Jacobs . What weather related tips would you give me if I moved to Pasadena?

Mar 20, 2025 05:57 AM
Michael Jacobs

Bob "RealMan" Timm - although I'm not a chamber of commerce kind of guy, the Pasadena area has weather that seems similar to the Mediterranean -- pleasant winters with summers that are warm.  There is a reason why the Rose Parade and Bowl game are held each January.  The Southern California dream looks particularly attractive as a new year begins.  

Mar 20, 2025 06:12 AM
Nina Hollander, Broker
Coldwell Banker Realty - Charlotte, NC
Your Greater Charlotte Real Estate Broker

Good morning, Bob... my advice to those moving to my end of the world: no need to bring your snow blower! 😂🤣😂

Mar 20, 2025 04:30 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Nina Hollander, Broker 

We often see winter toys being sold off at rummage sales when folks are moving South... especially snow blowers.

Mar 20, 2025 06:00 AM
Dorie Dillard Austin TX
Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX
NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Bob,

We don't have basements! So many are shocked that we are mostly built on post tension cable slabs. You look for a house that has good attic storage and often why people want a 2.5 or 3 car garage to use as our "Texas basement!"

Mar 20, 2025 04:31 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Good to know Dorie Dillard Austin TX . If I were moving to your neighborhood I would need a big garage or several outbuildings.

Mar 20, 2025 06:02 AM
Patricia Feager
Flower Mound, TX

Good morning Bob "RealMan" Timm 

The weather can always be deceiving. Still in all, living where there are four seasons is to be expected with plenty of sunshining days and snowy/cold ones too. There are many people who love to welcome spring or wait in anticipation for the snow to melt.

Happy first day of spring!

Mar 20, 2025 04:51 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

Thank you Patricia Feager and Happy Spring Solstice day to you as well. I planted some seedlings in starter trays this week and I am eager to see what pops up.

Mar 20, 2025 06:04 AM
Wayne Martin
Wayne M Martin - Oswego, IL
Real Estate Broker - Retired

Good morning Bob. What a timely post. I awoke this morning with snow on the grass and surprisingly covering the sidewalks and streets. Two days ago it was in the 70's. Spring is yet to spring forth! Enjoy your day.

Mar 20, 2025 05:14 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

That is the crazy weather we get here to Wayne Martin . We keep thinking: It's 70, we must be clear now. Ha, foolish humans. 😧

Mar 20, 2025 06:07 AM
Kat Palmiotti
eXp Commercial, Referral Divison - Kalispell, MT
Helping your Montana dreams take root

Yes indeed, the differences in weather can certainly surprise those moving south or north!

Mar 20, 2025 05:58 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

It's pretty amazing to me Kat Palmiotti . I'm guessing I would only need to make minor adjustments if I were headed to Kalispell.

Mar 20, 2025 06:13 AM
Kat Palmiotti

Probably true Bob "RealMan" Timm !

Mar 20, 2025 07:27 AM
Jeffrey DiMuria 321.223.6253 Waves Realty
Waves Realty - Melbourne, FL
Florida Space Coast Homes

Yesterday in Melbourne, FL....17% Humidity. Today...85 degrees....tonight...47 degrees. Crazy. Love Spring.

Mar 20, 2025 07:04 AM
Ed Silva, 203-206-0754
Mapleridge Realty, CT 203-206-0754 - Waterbury, CT
Associate Real Estate Broker

Yes, the reality of spring in areas that have the snow possibility.  We have a storm coming in for Friday

Mar 20, 2025 07:54 AM
Bob "RealMan" Timm

I sure hope the storm does NOT cause a loss of life Ed Silva, 203-206-0754 .  I don't thing we have a storm forecast for our near future but if we do I hope it involves rain and not snow.

Mar 20, 2025 07:57 AM
Carol Williams
Although I'm retired, I love sharing my knowledge and learning from other real estate industry professionals. - Wenatchee, WA
Retired Agent / Broker / Prop. Mgr, Wenatchee, WA

Hi Bob,
I can't imagine moving somewhere without studying the general weather patterns. It's one of the things that keeps me where I am. I can't find another more appealing location, with all things being considered... since I can go south to warmer climates in the winter.

Mar 20, 2025 08:38 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Bob, I still have the snow blower gas up for one more major snow, I could be wrong, we will see.

 

Mar 20, 2025 09:10 AM