Top 10 Pros to Living in West Virginia

[@Ms.GreenJeans]

WV born and raised. Love to have ya. We are patriotic, proud, Christian, and down to earth. WV folks are the friendliest around.

[@rawfoodwriter]

I could use some of that! Can't leave PA fast enough. Would you recommend some counties that someone might be happy living off grid on a homestead?

[@BB-rs2ib]

Pride and Christian don’t go hand in hand.

[@rawfoodwriter]

@@BB-rs2ib Shut up

[@lindaskidmore4615]

Yes we are patriots, we hillbillies beat the crap out old old granny Lee in 1862, sent that traitor running back to Richmond, let's not forget anna Jackson Arnold, who nursed united state of America soldiers, the were wounded killing those great coated taitors at the battle of rich mountain, Ann Jackson Arnold ,had a brother (Thomas) who committed treaso. Against the USA, she wrote him a letter, telling him, she would rather he be dead than to lead a army of traitors, with a few weeks ,Thomas had lost his left arm after being shot by another traitor from NC, and a few weeks latter he died from pneumonia.

[@marygomez9240]

Thank you & God bless you! ❤

[@dwightsmith8623]

Moved here 8 months ago. I love West Virginia, took some time to get use to so many nice people. Don't like going out of town, I can find what I need local or Amazon. Had to learn to be laid back and just relax.

[@randalbolton263]

Moved here 3 years ago and it was the best move ever. Born in Chicago, Il but will always call WV home.

[@jeanlanz2344]

You are very clever... I like the way you described the advantage of having timber harvested for the money, the clearing and the road...nice. God bless you and your beautiful family. You lay out the pro's very well.

[@jefflombard5014]

Andrew Zimmern, of "Bizarre Foods", says West Virginia has what all the other 49 states has paved over.

[@bospet6453]

Not true, Maine is gorgeous as well

[@Electra225]

Hi Amanda, we are contemplating a visit to WV and possibly a move there so this video is very helpful. I would be very interested in a cost of living video as you mentioned here. From what I have seen, WV is a beautiful and peaceful place to live.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Here ya go! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnvQh4qojZaNbJo

[@sharonbetts5596]

I bought a couple of acres near Berkeley Springs, WV at the end of 2018. I am planning to move there full time sometime in the next 6-12 months after I get a permanent house on my land. I am planning to homestead which I am excited about it. It is a beautiful state and very affordable for retired people like me. I think West Virginia will really grow more popular for retirees in the next 10 years.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

For sure!

[@wvmom2727]

Berkeley Springs is cheaper than the surrounding areas, Martinsburg and Inwood, it’s too far from stores. I live here in Berkeley Springs. Can’t wait to move to Berkeley county.

[@treadhead]

FROM PA. , ENJOY MOTORCYCLING TO BERKLEY SPRINGS . FROM MARYLAND 51 TO W.VA. ROUTE 9 THROUGH PAW PAW AND UP THE MOUNTAIN AND DOWN ON THOSE WINDING " TWISTIES " . THE " MOUNTAINEER PEOPLE " ARE VERY FRIENDLY AND THOSE " PEPPERONI ROLLS " . SCENIC VIEWS ESPECIALLY IN THE FALL WITH THE. FOLIAGE COLORS. ALSO MOTORCYCLED TO DIFFERENT PARTS OF W.VA. , GOOD ROADS, DOWN THE MOUNTAINS ON THOSE " TWISTIES " TO THE " HOLLERS " IN THE VALLEYS , " COUNTRY ROADS TAKE ME HOME " . W.VA. LUV IT !!!

[@joneshank1]

I just hope they haven't poisoned the water from those leaks into the rivers.

[@urkoolUncle]

Thanks Amanda! I'm very interested in relocating to West Virginia. Have a strong desire to be involved in a few communities there; so much need 😔

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks! And yes, there are places here that one could make a huge difference with a little hard work. :)

[@GroovyMike65]

West Virginia "America's best kept secret.'' I love it here.

[@GroovyMike65]

@@rd24life A lot of white people here

[@barbararexroad5897]

I don't live in VW but, I spent a lot of time in Gassaway and it's my favorite place to visit.

[@josephcagiano3055]

We would love another video. I’m definitely interested in the cost of living breakdown

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Just recorded it yesterday. It's in editing and should be up by the end of the week. ☺️

[@josephcagiano3055]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia 🙏 thanks. I was just driving through West Virginia yesterday again. I’m currently living in Arizona, but every time I come through WV I think how amazing it would be to live there. Seems like everyone minds their own business, and overall seems like the kind of place where someone can live without government intrusion.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@josephcagiano3055 for the most part. 🙂

[@cooltuber1404]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia LOLLLLL !

[@sharoncollins-chiasson9803]

My father was born and raised in Kanawha City and after WWII he returned, married, worked at the same company for 42 years, raised his family and retired. As one of his daughters I graduated from both WVU and Marshall University. I taught school in Huntington, WV and retired there. The people in the cities do mind their own business but rural life can be a little bit, “Mayberry” in nature. There is a preponderance of nepotism. You will find a lot of really good people here.

[@DanielFernandez-jv7jx]

I look to see if you have a video on healthcare. As a senior, it's a concern for me.Thanks for you lovely and heartfelt videos!

[@thecheese4255]

This is so refreshing It seems many visitors are really wowed when they discover pepperoni rolls Go figure... I thought those were everywhere I submit the humble pepperoni roll as a bonus pro item I’d add ramps, trout, morels (ah, spring) and venison (especially good jerky) as foods visitors need to try

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Yes!! The wonderful food. How could I forget all that nature (and some creative coal miners) has given us! A walk through the woods in the spring can fill a dinner plate pretty fast if you know what to look for. 😍

[@proudwvhollerboy3049]

I love West Virginia it doesn't get any better than this. This is my home and I'll defend my state to the day I die

[@sotolongom]

Thanks Amanda to describe your beautiful land and people...well done, we'll see you around soon hopefully. Cheers from the Netherlands

[@cooltuber1404]

Very nicely done ! I enjoyed this video and your W.V. Cons Video. I have given very serious though to moving and W.V. is my first choice to move to because of it's natural beauty and being a "free" state. 😊

[@philipchandler330]

Thank you so much sharing all the things about WV both pro and con. My mother's side of the family is from WV. My grandmother was from Gilmer Co Belva Mary Perkins Chapman. God Bless You and your family.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks you! You as well!

[@dastanjan320]

I am not even american, but I still love West Virginia probably the most out of all US states. It remembers of my home area, but with lots more trees and mountains. I live in a mountain region of an Eastern European country that faces similar problems like WV does, unemployment due to fall of coal(my parents were coal miners untill the early 2000s when the coal mines closed, so we have that in common ) and that also struggles with bad family structures, as I heard West Virginia has tons of kids taken away from their parents because of abuse or bad toxic habits. I find it so family friendly and clean compared to my place. Even if I compare it to what I heard about New York or Los Angeles or Houston, I cannot find enjoyment anywhere else rather than nature and WV has tons of it. From a satelite, WV looks like it is still 99% wild(and I am sure it is). I wish that one day I would visit it and spend a time there. I love my home area how it is, but if I was to born again, I would pick West Virginia as the best place in the US for me to be born and live a life of enjoying the nature, the people and working hard to change the future of the state that seems to be rotting away. Edit: I just saw the last part with your kids and I have to say 1. they are so cute and may them be healty in the future and 2. This is another reason Why I want to live in WV. I see it as one of the ebst state to raise and spend time with your children, learn together while walking in the wild and letting him or her to play with neighbours kids like yours❤️!

[@mels.3750]

I lived in England and traveled through some of Europe and I agree with you. Parts of Europe reminded me of my home state of WV, so I get it.

[@BeenPlaces]

Great video! Thank you for this information. My wife and I are looking into the Morgantown and Bridgeport areas for our next and final move. Looking forward to it!

[@jenniferswallow7752]

Organ Cave is closed indefinitely. I just spent 5 weeks in Lewisburg (loved it!) and wanted to visit that cave. But the wild expedition option into Lost Caverns is incredible too.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I saw that they were closed. So sad. I how they make it through all this. I'd love to go back some day.

[@susycazarin]

I been all aver the world, drove around the state and fell in love with West Virginia. Liked is even better than Italy. Just got me a house in Weston, amazingly welcoming comunity. Bough with BH&L by the way, highly recommended 👌

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

That's so good to hear! I'd love to hear more about your experience in Weston. Did you get a job there? Does it have most everything you need? If not how far do you travel for stuff? I love the town (been there several times) but I'm always curious do they have ______ and how often would one living here have to go to Clarksburg? 🤔

[@susycazarin]

I just closed May 17, 2021 I'm going 10 days, 3 times a year for the next 5 years till I retire.

[@withthebeatleradio]

West Virginia is definitely a state Im strongly considering moving too. I’ve been visiting for the last 2 years and love it. I’ll be coming down in August I’m so looking forward to it l.

[@flowersafeheart]

Thank you! Enjoying you channel so far. Take care! The cute kids at the end, aw!!

[@erichuff6945]

Something that isn't well know to outsiders. WV is a constitutional carry state with a well written castle doctrine laws and about 60% of the population is armed at all times. If that makes you uncomfortable please don't bother.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Very good-to-know information. Thanks for taking the time to comment and make that even clearer. :)

[@danbailey96]

I really like the castle doctrine and though I don’t normally take advantage of it the carry law.....now that I am older I probably should carry more but our section of the state I feel safe all the time ..we have lived in our home 53 years and the only thing I lost was a generator and up to just a few years ago never worried about locking the door.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@danbailey96 I completely understand and agree. I do feel that where I live has gotten to the point that we need to lock our doors but I also wouldn't be too terribly worried if we forgot.

[@brovatucka]

Plus stand your ground & shall issue class III!

[@Scofari]

I've traveled 5 continents, 11 countries, and 40 states looking for the best place to live. Just bought 80 acres in Nicholas Co.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

So glad to hear you've found such an amazing place!

[@jefflombard5014]

I've been to 11 countries, 33 states and 4 continents... and I live in Pocahontas County...Nature's Mountain Playground."

[@tomgilpin8629]

Great video! WV is truly wonderful.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks! 😊 It definitely is!

[@danbailey96]

Absolutely

[@joek6791]

Wv is a great state, if you move here from a Blue state leave the concepts that caused you to leave behind, do not bring them with you and ruin the culture that exists in this great state. I was not born a local and I came here for the culture, not to change it.

[@MyHMMWVaddiction]

I 100% agree. I plan to leave NJ. I want to "be free" hunt shoot on my own land. My experience with West Virginia was great spend a week a year there going atving . Instantly fell in love with the state and friendly people.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@Thomas Burke my mom's family comes from NJ. We have found quite a few people who have come from there to WV to "be free" :)

[@yvettecunningham5496]

Well said!!!

[@sierrachoco5271]

Hi Joe - just so u know, not all people from blue states are the same!

[@rkow8508]

@@sierrachoco5271 Some people vote in a way that trashes there state that's why they leave. Some learn something . And some move on to start the process all over. Feel bad for people that's forced to live poorly because of someone's poor decision.

[@apanda4204]

Thank you for this info. My bf's and I are wanting to leave CA bc it's not what it used to be. WV has caught my eye but I still am trying to convince him! He doesnt like cold weather, and I cant take the heat well. I am aware it gets both there, but here its 100f for months. We are comfortable spending about 100K for our 1st home. He is concerned there are no jobs and too cold. Water quality is also very important.

[@Woopwoopwill]

Great job young women . My bloodlines all come from there. I am actually strongly considering moving back to the only place I've ever felt at home. Southern W.V.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@Apanda depending on what you're wanting (city vs country, amount of land, etc.) 100k could get you something nice in WV. Also it does get cold and hot but not unbearable in either direction and it doesn't stay for long. Jobs, however, are an issue and water quality, if you have city water, can be questionable as well. These are all things I'll be going over in my next video... if life ever allows. 😅

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@William O'Neal, sounds like you belong here to me. 🙂

[@apanda4204]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia Thank you SO much for the reply! Yes, we drink from the Sierra Nevada range, excellent water compared to some places in the country, like Michigan for example. We imagine being outer city limits or so, meaning 30 mins or less from Sam's Club type of stuff. Property size I'd say about 1 to 2 acres? Inner city is ok, but we do not like having neighbors 10 feet from my house. It would be a dream to have even a little stream on site too. Cant wait to see your next video

[@Woopwoopwill]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia my heart longs for West By god .lol That State is the most beautiful place in the USA. And the people are so humble and kind. My Grandfather left us land in Pineville. The mountains there seem to just give a big hug. And the smell of the air after a good rain in summer. Well it's Heavenly. But you already know what W.V. feels like. It's Great! Thanks for your reply. Yall take care👍🍻💕

[@bfhammer128]

Love the video! People there are absolutely the best anywhere

[@betsyrossispissedoff4259]

Hello, thinking of maybe moving there from CT. Would LOVE to see more videos, about how to transition to a place you don't really know. I would rather live there for a bit before buying something. It's just so permanent and important to have a great "fit" Would you say obtaining a rental for a few months would be a good idea? Just until we can get a feel for where we would like to buy our land

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Hi! I am indeed working on more videos. Renting first is not a terrible idea, depending on your goals. Feel free to call and I can give more personalized advice. 681-404-2332

[@haukepowers8491]

you need to be on the WV Tourist Bureau...fantastic presentation !!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Awww... Thank you! You're so kind.

[@timmckenna2444]

Love your show. Could not help but notice you rate the best places to live in West Virginia all come from an area that you work and live. Second there is a lot to be said about the I64 corridor Cabell. Wayne, Putnam,and Kanawha counties. Unfortunately I never here you or one of your guests Wayne talk about these beautiful areas of the Mountain State. Last question. Do you still produce content here? Looking forward to more but have not seen one in eleven months. Take care and thank you.

[@Marachelle7]

Absolutely love this!! I wish y’all the best!! Cutie pie kids too😊

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thank you so much. 🥰

[@karenj5880]

I'm in eastern PA and started looking for a place in WV, been looking from Elkins south along eastern VW. I like to spend time in the mountains but while i want to be in them (or near), i don't want to be alone in them. Must have access to dependable internet and near a nice town would be great. Any suggestions on areas to focus on is welcome.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@Karen D, Hi thanks so much for reaching out! Given what you're looking for I would recommend one of three places: 1) the Buckhannon-Elkins area; 2) Preston County or 3) the Parkersburg area. Most of the south eastern part if very sparsely populated and doesn't have reliable internet... yet. If you would like a helping hand in your search feel free to reach out directly or fill in the form below and I'll reach put to you. :) zfrmz.com/lMiPhZsiy5fdx6GWZCuf

[@danbailey96]

Southern West Virginia ...great land and services to most areas

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@danbailey96 Good to know! Being from north central I don't have much experience south of I-64. I'm excited to start my tour of the state so I can learn more about the different areas. 🙂

[@DanielFernandez-jv7jx]

I fell in love with WV when I visited there as a young man. Now, I'm getting ready to retire, and I seriously hoping I can make it work in WV.

[@MonticelloMagic-yv1qu]

.. Love & Appreciate Both videos Oklahoma is similar with both pros and cons when I had a good income Truck Driver I'd look at places like WV for just the bare land will be looking again planning after Spring - ish Many Mahalos Be Well ...

[@lorraines.75]

I currently live in PA and am just beginning my search to possibly relocate to WV. I'm originally from Florida. I used to love PA and have called it home for 15 years, but the times are a changin, and what i rind myself surrounded by are manipulative people, drug addicts and alcoholics. As a single woman, this is concerning. I can't wait to explore the state this Summer. I'm extremely hopeful and appreciate the information in this vid..

[@TheMockerofshoes]

Can't get enough of the beautiful scenery!

[@irenerex932]

I would love a video on the cost of living. Could you address the cost the car tax. Also any other taxes. Is school tax included in property taxes?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Great questions! I'm actually working on editing the cost of living video right now. I knew I was forgetting something BIG... Taxes. 🤦🏼‍♀️ Thanks so much for the assist I'll have to add that in at the end.

[@Smashnosedogs]

Lived here 3 years . Love it.😊

[@harlockgft8884]

Hi Amanda. My fiance and I are considering West Virginia as a place we would like to move to. The environmental law school in morgantown looks amazing and I myself graduated with my geology degree recently. I know the geology of West Virginia is very interesting, would you know if the geology job sector is good in WV? Let me know I have been looking at jobs in that state for the past month or two. Coming from New York which is soooo expensive and freedom limiting, it is nice to see a place with so many freedoms accessible. Also the land we are looking at buying in WV is crazy cheap in comparison to where we live. As someone who is 25 it is nice to see a place a young person could build a life and thrive in not just survive.

[@ShelbySpinneweber]

That river “beach” swimming hole looked beautiful! Where is that?

[@RobinsFamilyHomestead]

Fantastic video. Would love to chat more. Are you able to place me on a hotsheet for the entire state or are there different MLS's?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

There are different mls's. I can provide you with listings from mine and information about any other listings you're interested in from other mls's. :) Shoot me an email and we can chat: [e-mail]

[@jamesgraham828]

what are the landuse restrictions, zoning regulations, HOAs and building codes like as it pertains to homesteading properties.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

You would always want to do your own research but in my experience, outside of incorporated towns there is little to no restrictions as to what you can do on your own property and HOAs are virtually non-existent as it pertains to homesteading property. You're more likely to run into issues with financing an unconventional build than have issues with state or county code authorities.

[@jamesgraham828]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia I have another question for you. If a property for sale states the timber rights convey, but the mineral rights have been sold, what exactly is being said, and do they have the ability to sell with that incumberence in place? What impact does that present to the deed/title of that property, and finally, do they have the legal right to sell the property with that lean against the deed/title?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

That is a lot to answer in a KZbin comment, lol, but the short answer is... Most property in WV has the mineral right owned by an oil, gas, or coal company or investor. We sell the surface right (timber generally included) without regard to who owns the mineral right regularly. It's not really considered an encumbrance or lean, just two separate titles to two different parts of the property. If you're interested in more information on this or anything to do with WV property feel free to text or call 681-404-2332.

[@JimmyCee123]

John Denver likes this video

[@melaniemcintosh162]

My Plan is to be moving out to WV by June of 2022 I can't wait to start my Homestead. Does anyone have any pointers?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

🙋🏼‍♀️ I have some pointers. 1) Find a Realtor who understands your vision. 2) Start your search for your ideal property asap. Prices are going up and properties are a bit scarce. It may take a year or more to find/wait for the right property to come along. Other than that I'd really suggest drilling down on what you want to have on your homestead as it can affect what you are looking for and what areas you need to look. Do you need to be close to civilization? Medical care? Do you want cows? Pigs? Goats? Large gardens? What's more important to you privacy or modern conveniences? Are you wanting to build from scratch, fix up, or have move-in-ready? Do you know the cost involved with each, like drilling a well and installing a septic? These are things that the right realtor will be able to use to help find you your dream property/homestead. Hope this is helpful. If you need personalized help feel free to reach out. Call or text 681-404-2332 and I can get you started in the right direction to make your dreams a reality.

[@jrovalinoful]

Nice video. Keep them coming!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks! Working on the next one this weekend 🤞

[@mr.OldNews]

west Virginia seems like a great place to retire, cheap living, not alot of people surrounded by nature..i think i'd probably live around either morgantown or charleston..

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I'd recommend Morgantown (and am working on a channel that will show more of it) but I have family in the Charleston area and it's not bad either. :)

[@TSITTEL13]

What town do you live in? I absolutely love the idea of school bells. We are Contemplating moving to West Virginia ourselves and my biggest deciding factor is a good family town to raise a child! Thanks 🙏

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I live in Mannington. Living in city limits isn't great if you want to "homestead" as basically the only animals currently allowed at dogs and cats, but it's a great little town if you just want to live a "normal" life. Pretty much everything you could need is within walking distance, most everyone is friendly, and there is good work without having to drive too ridiculously far. 😊

[@TSITTEL13]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia we would probably be purchasing a bit of land, we plan to sell our current home for $1million as we have a large property and not many properties in our area that are for sale are as large as ours. so planning to be able to live outside city limits. We are desperate to get out of Oregon as it’s not in the best of shape lately and too many out of staters are not helping. I am in love with WV and the culture. We want to be as self sufficient as possible. Thanks so much!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@TSITTEL13 That's awesome! $1mil could almost buy a whole town here, lol. We do have places that are outside of city limits but close enough to here the bells. ;) You should reach out to the folks at Picket Fences Realty.

[@danalynch8889]

my dad originated from Centralia. Before loosing my car and becoming disabled I would spend a month there. Besides my relatives, the beauty were the people the main reason I wish I could move there.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

We'd love to have you come back too. WV needs more wonderful people like yourself. 😊

[@danalynch8889]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia I wish I could but I'm stuck in Florida where my dad move to in 1967. I have tears in my eyes every time I hear the song Country Roads. Now all I can do is watch videos of people driving around in West Virginia.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@danalynch8889 😥

[@karenshaffer1265]

Hey that's close to me .very nice place.hope u get to come home again.

[@robertwarren1735]

Getting ready to put my house on the market here in lancaster county Pa.Yep im going to move to West Virginia.Can use some advice on the Northern part of WV.I still have family in Pa. and want to be close.Been searching around Berkely county and Jefferson county.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Cool! I've been to Lancaster. I'm less than 30 min to the PA line. :) Give me a call or text and I can help you out!

[@dodiebondwood]

West Virginia is a very beautiful state!!!

[@lifecontent6525]

yes, do one on cost of living.

[@michaelsmith3657]

I am considering moving to West Virginia from Michigan. I am finding your videos informative. I am doing my homework before I make my choice. Thank you!

[@larrymcdaniels5205]

Am in Huntington West Virginia downtown area and I don’t drank or smoke or do drugs and no pop and I love it here

[@Smashnosedogs]

Just can't wait..22 more years I'll be considered new in town.

[@dawnlove1014]

I wish we had more to do like amusement parks and attractions.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Definitely agree we could use some more modern fun, but we don't have any shortage of things to do, as long as you enjoy nature. ☺

[@larryturpin1672]

Thought I saw a video about starting a farm in WV??

[@richnewzhighenergy1871]

Hello my fiancee and I would like to relocate with our two dogs to exactly what what you are talking about. We are close to finishing our solar bus and heading that way. But need some help.

[@darkrosemixups4213]

Is there a good public transportation system

[@wendylakey9245]

We need some wv sucks videos. All the land is getting bought up quick. I want some as we live in the city.

[@beverlyproudfoot583]

My Moms people came from Gilmer Co. That is really remote. Hi kids😂🤣

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I love Gilmer Co. Probably one of the nicest counties in the state from what I've seen. 😍

[@dimoimex2259]

Im dimo from indonesia.. ❤❤ I love west virginia... Almost heaven

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

That is what they say. :)

[@dimoimex2259]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia ok.. Terimakasih, mudah-mudahan saya bisa kesana. Amin

[@ajaxfilms]

Thanks for the information.

[@penguin6533]

Love West Virginia!!!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Me too! 😍

[@OllyOllyyyy420]

Are you Anywhere close to Charlestown WV or do you know of Any other realtors in that area? Husband and I are from NH and are looking to relocate.. Really want to come to visit and check out some places.. Very soon.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I'm not near there but can help with any area of the state. I was just in the Charleston area yesterday. Beautiful countryside! Give me a text or call at 681-404-2332 and I'll see what I can do. 😊

[@OllyOllyyyy420]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia will do Thank you very much.. We're very excited about this....

[@capt.caveman4602]

Hi you should check out a little town called Caponbridge w.v. I just bought some land near there and it is beautiful to say the least...people are so kind.I will be retiring there from outside Baltimore so the bar is not very high. If music be the fruit of life...play on.

[@rkow8508]

Don't buy in or close to Charleston high cancer rates very polluted do some research you will be glad you did. For any quality of life avoid cities. Just an opinion. Charleston is toxic.

[@danbailey96]

Our largest city and state capital is Charleston with only 45,000 or so population. Southern West Virginia where I live has beautiful land and so many areas of the state a 2 hour drive or less and Virginia, Tennessee , Ohio and North Carolina A 3 -5 hour drive or less.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks you so much for taking the time to comment. Such good information.

[@jasonmiller6371]

I enjoyed your video. I lived for a short time in West Virginia about 25 years ago and loved it and the people there are great! I have since lived north of Salt Lake City, Utah. It used to be a wonderful place to live 10 years ago, but because we have a booming economy with lot's of jobs people are flocking here in droves. Now, traffic is terrible, housing is becoming not affordable to most and recreation areas which used to be nice are way too overcrowded with people and not enjoyable anymore! I would love to leave this mess, cash in on my small home and suburban lot that's now worth 4x what paid for it and retire to a large quiet country wooded lot that doesn't cost a fortune in WV! The only thing holding me back is I would like my adult son to be close by and he needs a good paying job and those are hard to Come by in WV unfortunately 😔. WV is beautiful, maybe they can better promote tourism or a great place to retire that is cheaper than other states.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

You might be surprised. WV is having a labor shortage just like everyone else. Depending on your son's career field, he just might find a good paying job here easier than you think. 😉

[@drewford9330]

This is a great video.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thank you?

[@wendellortiz7087]

Need information about were is the lowest price for acreage in WV

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I can't answer that specifically, but I can tell you if you find it avoid it. When the land is really really cheap, there is a reason. 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@Charity1277]

What about the water pollution areas.? I heard the coal has polluted waters

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I'm in North Central WV and have had well water all my life. I have never personally had an issue with my water or the streams and ponds near me being polluted. I have heard of that in other areas, but not near me.

[@elainejonjock5333]

Cost of living would be great to learn

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Here you go. 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZnvQh4qojZaNbJo

[@adanmaskery1237]

I am very interested in further content!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I'm definitely working on it. My most recent video is on my other channel. 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/oH-qeIOkjqaer68

[@texasprepper4907]

Have a home and a little land in Texas I would love to trade for some wooded land in WV

[@Mr.grubby]

Im moving there from cali to braxton county

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

So glad to hear your heading this way. Have you already found a place to move to?

[@Mr.grubby]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia yea with my wifes parents

[@Mr.grubby]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia shes from west Virginia

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

That's awesome! I'm sure she's excited to go home. :)

[@leewyckoff]

I am from Cameron. There is very little that I regard as a plus to live there.

[@vivianfire]

I’m looking to buy a house this year. I’ve been looking at West Virginia more than any other state. Are you still a realtor? If so where can I contact you. I would need one there and I have a few questions.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

I am still a REALTOR and would love to help you. You and call or text 681-404-2332 Or visit my website at agoodwin.pfrealty.net From there you can send me a Facebook message or email. :)

[@GroovyMike65]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia Be careful posting your phone number, or any personal info.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@GroovyMike65 Thanks for the concern. I'm a REALTOR so this is my work number.

[@charliehenderson38]

West Virginia is the best!!!!🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@sharonbetts5596]

I would love to get some of your information about other homesteaders in WV.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

There's a LOT going on for me right now, but my hopeful plan with this channel is to try to interview one person per month who is ACTUALLY homesteading WV. 🤩

[@chrisharris4907]

The legend of John Henry in Talcott West Virginia

[@MrWalkerds]

What is the tax structure like in WV?

[@hemroidhenry7756]

Nice presentation.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thank you so much!

[@violet5269]

I’ve lived in WV since I was born, and where I live is not a good town. It’s a population of 1500 people so it’s very tiny and has a big drug problem, but I love how beautiful our state is. My family is planning on moving to Tennessee so I’ll miss this beautiful place I call home. I really love WV but I think it’s time to start a new chapter in my life somewhere else in this world.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

So sorry to hear about your town and your move. Unfortunately, we do have a drug problem, as does most rural states. 😔

[@sierrachoco5271]

TN is a very beautiful state too - not much different than WV! Best wishes.

[@henryanderson7606]

From what I see...I love west Virginia already! ....im looking to retire well away from liberal commyfornia!

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Give me a shout and I'll help you get going in the right direction. ☺️

[@ValereeSayre]

Nice I love our home state.

[@stevefarms7494]

I live in NY and this spring I hope to have this place sold and I am looking for a place In mountain with a house on it.. I like at least 20 + Acres of land .. I like to have a idea on prices the last county I looked at on the internet was Hampshire any information will be great thank you

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@Steve farms, I'd love to help you in your search! I'd need more information to personalize your search but there's a sampling of what's available in my local area in the link below. Feel free to call or text me at 681-404-2332 so I can help narrow down your search. 😊 bit.ly/WVacres

[@sierrachoco5271]

@Steve Farms - I can't wait to get out of NY myself!

[@tjl4041]

This was a wonderful video. Well done. I will be exploring West Virginia to find a place to relocate to.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

THANK YOU for the kind words! Let me know if there's anything I can do to help. 🙂

[@tjl4041]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia I appreciate that. I am going boondocking early next week and plan on getting a feel for the state. I love the state, haven't been there since 2002 but I worked/lived in a beach area and found West Virginians to be the nicest people. I will probably be in touch with you soon. Never lived in the mountains but always wanted to.

[@abdielsosa9334]

What area of WV are you located. We are planning to visit the area of Lewisburg.

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

We are in North Central near Fairmont area. Lewisburg is about 3 1/2 hours away from us.

[@MichaelWH]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia I know where that is, I'm in Huntington. 🙂

[@MichaelWH]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia Knew a girl that lived In Farmington, and some people in Fairmont and Clarksburg, that's been over 10 years ago though. :)

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

@@MichaelWH so good to hear from a local. Huntington is a good drive for me, but I've been there (or through there) many times. Funny story, one year I was traveling through Huntington on my way home for Christmas from school in KY. My bank account was empty but I has a paper paycheck and figured I'd cash it in Huntington and get gas... I hadn't calculated that no one would be open to cash a check on Sunday and ran out of gas. 🤦🏼‍♀️ Thankfully my roommate was from Huntington and her mom came and paid for some gas for me to get home. 🥰

[@MichaelWH]

@@HomesteadingWestVirginia I'm glad you had someone to help you out ! 🙂

[@Bluegrassgirl45]

Awe 💟🤗🙏🥀 Ending is _So_ cute & sweet❗

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Thanks! 😊

[@israela9631]

Big like 👍

[@TSemasFl]

I'm fixin to go to WV and ride my SxS check out the place and see what the fuss is about, maybe find me a mountain girlfriend.

[@elainejonjock5333]

I live in Charleston. I love it here. I will be buying land and building a tiny home here

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Sounds amazing! Are you planning to stay in the the Charleston area?

[@humdinger7275]

How is it you were born and raised In WV and say Appalachian like a tourist?

[@chenieves8976]

GREAT VIDEO I CANT FOR OUR RETIREMENT. GREAT VIDEO HUN PLEASE KEEP IN TOUCH. 1

[@kittycatcoffee5868]

I moved to West Virginia 21 years ago. West Virginia is my home and in my heart. God Bless West Virginia! 💙🌻💙🌻💙🌻💙🌻💙🌻💙🌻

[@empressstrange8014]

I have 2 problems with this. The water is also a con considering half the state is under a boil water advisory. And the people are not kind anymore, if not willfully ignorant. The last month alone there was hardly a single day where I could go to work without having to deal with some idiot on the road who either doesn't know how to drive or cut me off/tried to physically run me off a cliff/tbone me and I was minding my own business!

[@elainejonjock5333]

Costs of land here?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

Land can vary a lot based on area and usability. I've seen hunting land (sometimes landlocked) go as low as $800/acre. More usable land in a more desirable location can go as high as $20k per acre. On average, I'd say $3000-$5000 an acre, though.

[@teaganmandeville1818]

There's really an appreciation post of our state, trying to spread positivity, then there's people bringing politics into it. I'm more than likely going to stay here for a while.

[@RoseBill423]

How friendly is WV to Hispanic people?

[@HomesteadingWestVirginia]

No lo se 🤷🏼‍♀️ Individual people may not be as nice and welcoming, but the majority of people in West Virginia will judge you based on your work ethic and attitude... not your skin color or ethnicity.

[@thecheese4255]

Here in the eastern panhandle there are quite a few Hispanic folks who seem to be doing just fine I’d add many have a much better work ethic than many natives IMO My family has welcomed Hispanic folks in as members so I may be biased It seems there are lots of similarities in cultures which help with integration while also having the opportunity to learn from Hispanic cultures If you look at the small town of Moorefield, WV, you’ll find it has a notable Hispanic population that appears to be living and working peacefully here

[@Alpha1Farms]

West Virginia is beautiful. Historically speaking though the Saltpeter mines the Confederacy used were in Virginia. When Virginia voted with the Confederacy to secede from the Union, western Virginia voted against it and seceded from Virginia. West Virginia then became it’s own state, born from it’s intent to not be part of the Confederacy. Two months later, to the day, the Saltpeter mines were shut down and the Confederacy was run off.

[@georgeurena4401]

I love west virginia

[@meatballmagoo6134]

People are family in WV