I left Chicago when I was 22 with $700 and a 5 month old baby and I’m still here in LA, things worked out because God is with you wherever you go❤

@sleezeteamjason

3 ай бұрын

i needed this im leaving chicago in the nextt month. im going back home to LA and im honestly scared for the solo move but seeing so many people start their journey similar to mine is breathtaking but relieving.

@msalohakitty

Ай бұрын

Wow that’s amazing ❤️ I think Taraji p Henson did this as well. I would be so scared to do that

@magalyperez-zo9oc

Ай бұрын

hey did u not like chicago and why did u move out? which do u like better chicago or la

@magalyperez-zo9oc

Ай бұрын

@@sleezeteamjason hey did u not like chicago and why did u move out? which do u like better chicago or la

@msalohakitty

Ай бұрын

@@magalyperez-zo9oc I know you didn’t ask me but I moved from Chicago to California a few years ago and California is better imo. Californias weather alone makes it way better than Chicago

I moved to Los Angeles from Indiana after I graduated college with 2 suitcases and $2,000. This year is my 30 year anniversary living here in Santa Monica with my 2 children and little dog.

@ilovela0068

11 күн бұрын

I can’t imagine the rent difference from then to now. I remember in 98 my dad rented a beautiful 3bd home in OC. It was 1400 sq ft. And it was 1200 rent. In 09 we rented a 4 bd 1600 sq ft house in an amazing neighborhood. We paid 2400. Stayed for 8 yrs. The house is now 5700 a month. It’s outrageous. I moved to care for my grandma because family is out of state. I don’t know what we will do when she passes. My 2 aunts get the house (even though I had to stop working and give 24 hr care and they haven’t seen her in 10 yrs and call once a month) With 1 income and kids in college. It’s going to be hard.

I moved to beautiful San Diego in '99 with my 11 month old daughter, One way ticket and never looked back- I had $135 ( I went straight to a shelter) best thing I've ever did. They have social workers; apt connections, etc. I'm employed full time as well as my now 27 y.o. We moved from upstate N.Y. if I have struggled, it's one of the softest ever. GOD is good, He and Jesus has always looked out for us; we have never went to bed hungry, nor have never spent one night on the streets. 😊

I’ve spontaneously moved 5 times throughout my 20’s. I left LA last year and I’ve come to realize LA is my home. I miss the beaches and everything it has to offer. I’m in the process of moving back in a couple months but doing it right this time. God does everything with a purpose and every move has been a lesson I grew from. Wishing you many blessings in LA 🙌🏼. - ahh my friend use to live in those apartments, sorry you had to go through that!! 😭

@saybrittaney

25 күн бұрын

I moved 10 years ago and now I want to come back 😢

My sister I am so proud of you I moved from New York to Las Vegas five years ago is the best choice I could’ve made I hope you have God in your life because without him we are nothing but with him you can do anything because he will be the covering you needthat when people try to knock you down so stay safe God bless you I’m praying for you

Good for you! I'm in my late 40s and starting to live my dreams and be spontaneous. I'm in LA as well.

I love Moon Shadow restaurant too. The food is good and the views are relaxing. 🌷 I lived in LA for 8 months as a traveling Surgical Technician and it literally was one of the best experiences of my life. Best wishes to you.

@gigigiseleworld

8 күн бұрын

Moon Shadows in Malibu CA is one of my favorites. I've been eating there since 2005. I haven't been there in sometime,,due to my research. At the end of the day Malibu CA has some great places to eat,, beaches to explore and fun people to meet. 🎉🎉

Girl I don't know you but I'm so very very proud. You're going so far in life. 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Next time rent a house for a month via vrbo or airbnb, while apartment hunting, or sublet. Put your stuff in storage in California while searching. Never sign a contract out of desperation and anxiety. You have a very positive spirit. Good Luck!

Native of LA here, currently living in a neighboring county. I grew up on the LA and OC beaches, I remember as a kid asking my sister “whats on the other side of the ocean?” Being a kid I thought she would say another part of LA, instead she said, “it depends on which way you go, you can end up in Russia, China, Australia”…..😳 that’s when I realized we were at the end of the continental US……😅 I once had to live in a not so nice apartment, I too had to take what I could at the time. It taught me to be more selective the next time. I too cannot and will not live with roaches…. 🤮

Your video just popped up in my feed…I love your positivity and your energy and your precious fur baby. I hope you’re loving LA and that it’s everything you hoped it would be. ♥️

I was you and I def get it. I was born and raised in NorCal when I was 22 I just had to live in LA. I always loved visiting LA and I was just drawn to it. So I packed up my Camaro my dog and I took off got a local truck driving job what I didn’t plan on was the fact nobody wanted to rent to me because of my age and because my credit was new and the ones who would consider me wanted me to pay a insane deposit so I was living in my car and extended stays while I tried to save up. I finally found a reasonable apartment wasn’t in the area I wanted and def wasn’t the best but it gave me a roof over my head and that’s all I could ask for ❤

When I came across your KZread channel I felt like I was reliving my life story sweetheart I am 73 in 1976 I left my home in Columbus Ohio and moved to LA La was my dream at the age of 13,I would read the Ebony magazine every time it came out because it always featured Los Angeles and its beauty 🎉. I thought I would like acting I also had a boyfriend that was a musician we thought we could conquer it together the relationship did not last it was a bust but I stay because that was where I wanted to be, we must talk our story sounds so similar but different I found. my husband there I had a nice home in Carson and I have family that lives out there presently that's into acting as well. I liked that I subscrib,ed I hit notification your story has got to be a beautiful story I can't wait to hear it and compare.

I’ve been living in LA for 7 years now and I absolutely LOVE it!!!! Honestly!!!! However, the apt hunting I can agree, I understand how you feel and have felt. Unfortunately that area with the apt where you thought you had it but didn’t? I knew from the conversation they had with you they weren’t going to give it to you. Before your video went on to say they didn’t. It’s like that there. Be careful yes of many places regarding roaches. I didn’t have that experience I just kind of knew my non negotiables no matter what. Also, Midwest people are AMAZING people!!! ☺️ Hope ur settled in now and enjoying California living!!!! I acted the same way you did when we saw the beaches. ❤️☺️

Born and raised in Chicago. At 50 yrs old i moved to Henderson Nevada. Many pros and cons i now look at beautiful mountains and enjoy the heat. But I do miss those blue collar Chicago peeps and Chicago food . Im excited to see your journey

Stay encouraged. Stay prayed up. It only a test!

The first video of yours that I’ve seen, and I really liked it! I’ll be looking forward to seeing more of them.

“Roaches are the resident and you are the roomate” lmao I’m hollering

@ItsTifahTifah

12 күн бұрын

😅

Me too! I'm from Des Moines & moved to So Cal from ATL 3yrs ago. I love it!

Making biscuits on your face😂😂! I LOVE him! Welcome to LA with all of it's issues. The weather is great but I can't think of much else. It is my home though. My family came here over fifty years ago from near Chicago. The weather is what did it for my parents. Good luck to you in your endeavors.❤

I moved from Chicago to California when my parents decided to move here so I just came with them but wow you did it all by yourself with your cat 😍 that’s so inspiring ❤️ congrats on your move and good luck on all your future endeavors 🥰

Hey girl, I just wanted to tell you, that your Channel arrived in Germany/Europe!! I really enjoyed your video and I’m excited about seeing more videos!🩵

Where there's one roach, there's millions.

So proud of u! Great video

stumbled upon your video to expect to just see apartments however I relate to your story so much. I am currently trying to move to Los Angeles and the apartment hunt is so tough, sending emails and applications constantly because I do not want to be where I am at right now either. Inspiring video thank you for sharing!

Wow. I was just thinking about you. I'm so glad to see you're making it work. Congrats & keep going! 👏🏽👏🏽

@lashere

8 ай бұрын

Thank you!!

You are such an inspiration & you’re good at telling ur story, interesting, smart and beautiful!! Keep sharing, I’m a.d.d & watched every second 😊

Instantly subscribed. I look forward to following your journey! Praying for your continued success and joy.

You did the right thing. You’re headed in the right direction congrats🎉

Why did I watch this? I'd finally gotten that California bug out of my system. However, seeing your excitement and the sunshine and palm trees... 😍😍😍😍😍 Congrats on living your dream!

I've been like that my whole life too, girl. I would just go where i want to go. People used to ask me crazy questions, like am i running from the police. 😅😅 or say what they say to you, "i dont know how you can just go somewhere and make it". Etc. Im like, its not that hard (at least not when you're younger, like you are now). I could just blink and get a job. Not so much now (for some reason, agism is real girl). But anywho, as long as you know how to research, be resourceful, and follow your gut, you can do it. I wouldnt trade being this way for anything. Ive learned so much, got to see so much--- that others only dream of Get it girl! I love your spirit!

I say settle for now until your money goes up and then get your dream apartment. You have to start somewhere. Unless you have a great paying job you can't go from 0 to 100 quick. There's nothing really wrong with the place you have now. Compare to the others you saw. I think you made a good choice. At least the outside area is super decent. I did the same thing here in New York City. I lived in a area and building that was trash and ghetto because of the way the building was kept and plus the people here wasn't making it any better. Cars was being parked on the sidewalk in front of buildings and trash was everywhere even though there was janitors. As soon as we got the memo that a new building was about to be built and we was going to have a new landlord and property manager I was excited. The explanation on how that building and neighborhood was going to be was everything I needed to hear. I applied for their apartments and it took me over a year to get all paperwork for the apartment. I was told by the property manager that I will be moving in by the end of June when it's done. I was too excited and can't wait to get out of my apartment I'm in now. Which is crappy by the way but spacious.

I love this vid. Thx for sharing!

Hey I just subscribe I used to live in LA In 2018,2022 and it was nice seeing a very authentic real vlog. Hope everything is still working out LA is a very tough city. To answer ur question at the end of the video u made all the right choices apartment searching in LA is a struggle the valley is the best spot for someone new. I love u mentioned phoenix its a really nice city feels like a affordable LA. Can’t wait to continue seeing how ur journey goes throughout the city. This was a very very good put together video and I just really missed seeing a good vlog and u delivered it.

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Thank you for the sweetest message! You’re right I think if I want to be in LA I have to choose the valley, even if it is a little far. To live more comfortable. I will continue to put my journey out there thanks for subscribing friend!

@AllBrightColors

4 ай бұрын

The traffic in the Valley though!! Ugh

i can't decide between nyc and la! nyc is close to family but my heart and dreams say LA

@josiabecoats

17 күн бұрын

Literally follow your dreams, one thing I discovered is staying or picking a place based on family is NOT a good decision, ESPECIALLY if you know where you really want to be!

You go Girl! God has got You!!❤😂❤❤

I love this

Lived here for 20 years. Leaving in August to an affordable state. Los Angeles in particular has lost the middle class. Homeless everywhere, not what it used to be.

Enjoy LA. Great make up blending. I would have chosen a roommate situation. This allows for time to acclimate and find the right place without so much stress.

I really admire your strength and courage, to not be afraid to pursue your dreams, and doing it on your own, most people wouldn’t move so far, without a relative or a support system in town, I certainly don’t know if I could, but I think that with God anything is possible 🙏🏾 so I pray that you will be blessed, and that your dreams will indeed manifest, stay positive and at peace ❤

Good luck and I'm happy that you've started on your journey to Happyness! Your lip color is stunning! What lipstick are you using?

such a great video! thank you😍

LA is the best you made a great choice. I’m excited for you

What a great and honest video. Thank you

You did what you had to do. I moved to here over 14 years ago...best decision ive ever made. Thanks for sharing stay blessed

Yes girl I moved from Ohio to Oakland in 2009 & I’m legit never leaving again lol. 💗 Good luck in LA!

@constancewashington9019

3 ай бұрын

Stay safe in Oakland, I see on news, the crime rate is really bad...

You rock! I'll be looking for a place in a few weeks. The applications suck. Hope I find something right away. Glad you are happy and independent and doing you. I hope I find a good place , but if it's not perfect, I'll at least be in LA and then I can look for a better place the next year. Definitely do not want DTLA.

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Yes exactly! And by then you’ll know the area a bit more too. Good luck!!

I have been thinking of you..I love your new place.. .Is your mom doing better❤❤❤

How is it a landlords business whether you have a personal life or not? Sounds like some bs they used to excuse just taking an application fee.

If there wasn't so much growing resentment for transplants from natives, I'd love to see some sort of informational transition guide from natives to transplants on what to expect, what to be prepared for when moving to L.A.

Blessings 💞🙏🏾💞... I can imagine 😢 LA expensive and on a budget... prayers 🤲🏾 up, strong faith 💪🏾😔

Good to see your doing well.

WOW what an experience ! Ur still living in L.A.? and if so how u like it? I always hv wanted to move to Cali but I like Chicago , every time I move somewhere I was end up back here . LOL. any airbnb recommendations in Venus beach / Malibu I like walkable place since I don't like driving , love my Ubers let them deal with the traffic and parking ect! lol. How's Prince by the way its he loving LA and does he get outside or any exercises?

Wow, what an excellent video. I would have moved in the first one in the valley. I ❤ L.A too , so i understand because it's my dream also.

Also, where did you see the reviews on the apartments? Where did you look that up? Thanks.

I hope all your dreams of L A come true have a great life in California

Do you mind sharing what websites you used for apartment hunting?

I think you made the best decision for the time

thank you for this. im looking to move to LA this summer.

@lashere

5 ай бұрын

That’s great! LA is amazing. Do you have any areas in mind?

@emjayoath

5 ай бұрын

@@lashere I’m hoping for koreatown. It feels so overwhelming lol I’m coming from the east coast. I have to find a job first 😭💀 then I’ll fly out and look for an apartment like how you did.

Roaches? Heck no.

Hello Lady let me first start by saying God Bless You. Secondly you put me so much in the mind frame of myself with my cat although I have 2. #3 I came across this video because I’m in the same process of wanting to move to the west coast in Los Angeles. I’m neighborhoods shopping via KZread. I know it’s better in person. However, I actually cried watching your video. I felt your sincerity in wanting to be there and being independent by any means to stay there. Another thought of myself. I’m a Virgo? What’s your sign lol. However, Thanks for sharing and last but not lease. Yes I probably would have settled too just knowing that it was only temporary. This too shall pass. I wish you many blessings in all your endeavors especially in LA 🌴👍🏾🫶🏾

@lashere

2 ай бұрын

Hey girl! Yes it’s definitely better in person to get a feel for the neighborhood. Each area has a different personality of people and almost income bracket too. Maybe when you narrow it down you could take a trip out here to solidify your choices? And thank you 💕😊 sometimes doing what you have to do to get to the bigger picture is necessary. I’m wishing you the best as well! I’m a Capricorn lol

@dionneharper8099

Ай бұрын

@@lashere ahhh ha. Yes Capricorns are very much so go getters.

😊

How did u find apartments to look for

Take a deep breath every now and then.

I am from the Pacific NW and have lived and traveled many places but moved to Orange County CA and now live elsewhere. You pay the price to live in California. It costs so much that a person must work all the time and hardly gets to enjoy it. I refuse to pay more than 2k to rent an apartment. No fridge is the standard here. It’s pretty much cheaper to buy a fridge from Home Depot and get it delivered than to rent an overpriced place that provides a fridge. Roaches live everywhere here. The highest class places can’t even stop them. The newest buildings probably have the least but I wouldn’t know because i’d never pay rent like that.

I think 1900 a mo utilities inc is a fine start! Don’t dog on that. Hope you like your next apartment better

How does apartment complex go with a “feeling” how about you actually check your references and call your jobs to verify they sounded real sketchy girl. Just found you randomly this morning on KZread and I love your video.

I have been putting off for a few years now to move to Southern California! My son stay in Moreno Valley and I can transfer my job to California! Everyone tell me I will be just fine but you have really helped!

@lashere

2 ай бұрын

❤️❤️ yes! How great would it be if this move is the one thing that takes this chapter of your life to new heights? Sounds like everyone supports you too!

What is it that you do for work? I'm trying to do the same thing you are but I don't have the same job propects as most folks who make LA content.

@lashere

5 ай бұрын

I’m an actor but getting booked for the right role isn’t always consistent so I have a small business in e-commerce. It’s all about side hustles when living in LA!

@AllBrightColors

4 ай бұрын

@@lashereThat’s smart.

I would have settled as you did.

God bless you

My son did the same thing, moved to LA to act.

I am planning on making my move soon 🎉 do u mind sharing the hotel you used?

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Yes of course! Highly recommend they’re all so nice. And if you have a pet they will take care you ;) just say it’s a service animal. They don’t care. It’s called Aloft El Segundo 475 N Pacific Coast Hwy right by the airport free shuttle

@naimamarshall7204

4 ай бұрын

@@lashere thank you soo much! Good luck with your journey!

Very good video. New subscriber.

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!! That means a lot. More videos to come

@theprincessdivam7695

4 ай бұрын

@@lashere You are welcome.

No tour?

Stay off of spirit airlines. Girl! Girl! Wing and a prayer.

Did you delete your review? I tried to find it i definitely wanted to read the rest lol

@lashere

28 күн бұрын

lol girl I just looked for it and the company deleted my review! SMH because they know every word was true. I still have access to it but it’s hidden on their side

Whats the name of the bbq place ?

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Woody’s Bar-B-Que at 3446 W Slauson Ave right next to Nipsey’s clothing store. You’re gonna love their food!

I live in 3 apartments in La and all had roaches to good to be true ☹️

Just break in and squat. You can save thousands that way. This is Los Angeles.

Listen I'm born and raised here in Los Angeles I've been here all my life I raised my children here and I am encouraging my grown children now to leave Los Angeles because the cost of living is just extremely too high the cost of rent is too high and even though my grown kids have really good jobs and are college educated they're still living at home with me as a mother sweetheart I'm telling you you are in for a rude awakening here in Los Angeles California I am so sorry I wish you all the best of luck though

@aimeeciszek6672

Ай бұрын

Your children are lucky to have you. I thought most people were leaving los angeles/california in general too. I guess if you're renting like this girl is and are coming from a higher cost of living city like chicago- its probably similar rent in california.

Actually, you were the wrong color for the area. This exact thing happened to someone else only the lady was racist in person so she just bought a house.

Besides the roach this 3rd apartment was tacky!

I know that place I was going to move there girl the roaches were all in the hallway I said no way

Hey LaShere, I pray that God will keep you. All the questions you have, all the answers you seek can be found in Jesus Christ. You can lean on him and he will carry you through that independent mindset. You will not only be good at being alone but able to lean on someone much stronger than yourself. Jesus really shows up. I am born and raised in LA and have been an actor myself so I get needing to be here to make that happen. I pray you have peace always and contentment in your living situation. God Bless you.

QUESTION DID YOU HAVE AN OPTION TO SUBLEASE THE APARTMENT IN CHICAGO? THIS I BELIEVE WOULD HAVE ALSO GIVEN YOU MORE TIME TO SAVE MORE FUNDS AND ALSO TAKE THE TIME AND NOT RUSH SO YOIU COULD HAVR IDEALLY GET THE DREAM APARTMENT. WHAT DO YOU THINK?

You are beautiful ❤

I have been in southern California since 1989 from Chicago. I was 39. My daughter was 8. It was a struggle but i made it. However i never lived in LA. unkess you are living in the affluent areas perimeter areas it is nasty filthy and GHETTO. i have lived in orange county which is due east Of LA my entire time of living in Southern California. Its safe clean but mostly white and Asian. If you are not a introvert please friends and relatives with you or make sure they are living in Southern California. I love CALIFORNIA but it is a lonely life. People here are FAKE and full of much GAME. both brothers and sistas. Do not depend on finding a male mate in Southern California. The men are IRRESPONSIBLE and want you to take care of them. If you fine with that go for it. LA is unique to all other urban areas. I know. I lived in the midwest and the south. I have a degree and a homeowner now for 30 years. All the apartments i lived in before purchasing my home was very nice but in orange county. If you can live in a non black area try orange county outside of LA. not easy to live here due to constant racial profiling since trump been on the scene. But its beautiful clean and SAFE.

I've been in LA my whole life. Never been in roach infested areas. You in the wrong spot if you're living with roaches. Woody's is gross and that mac and cheese has no seasoning. If you are from the Midwest, that's why you're impressed 😅

2 keep it realistically for Wht u can pay it will be a roach apt. U may not c it visible upon moving inz but, once u are in all the reaches will show in tell. It’s just the way it is for that price. Just keeping it real with u . It’s the norm basically

Honey “ Guatemalan @ is not a Race, but a nationality. If you are going to live in California, be willing to learn some Spanish. It will serve you well here- believe me. 😉 You can learn online or take a class. It’s a pretty easy language to learn .

@lashere

4 ай бұрын

Thanks for the education!

Take it from me it never pays to store furniture. Its not cost effective. Rebuy it .

Tooo long and boring