It’s no secret, Los Angeles is the sought-after place to be — and we can’t blame people. The perfect weather, an array of culture, authentic food, legendary music, and art; the list goes on and on. While we have enough traffic, it’s no wonder why people won’t stay away. So, we asked our audience of locals to give one piece of advice to those moving to L.A. and you answered! From respecting vendors to being mindful of parking signs — scroll through the advice below.
1. “It’s a great place to live, don’t let the naysayers discourage you! “
2. “Open yourself to meeting and learning from all different types of people.”
3. “Don’t contribute to gentrification, respect the culture, land, and the people who were here before.”
3. “Embrace the beauty LA has to offer, the city, the nature, the hikes, the food, and all the culture.”
4. “If you don’t own one, invest in a vehicle.”
5. “Pay attention to street sweeping signs.”
6. “If you can, use public transit to avoid sitting in traffic for hours. But don’t be naive, you WILL need a car.”
7. “Contrary to popular belief, be yourself.”
8. “Always use the GPS for your best route when maneuvering through traffic.”
9. “Find a neighborhood where you can walk to restaurants. We have amazing villages here.”
10. “Learn defensive driving.”
11. “Before you move, check out all the neighborhoods and find one that fits your lifestyle.”
12. “Get a bike!”
13. “Make sure you’re ready for a higher cost of living. Play it financially smart.”
14. “Take advantage of all the outdoor things to do.”
15. “Get a playlist ready for those hours you will ultimately end up sitting in traffic.”
16. “Have a stable job already lined up BEFORE you move here.”
17. “Learn all the freeways near you and the directions. LA County is a huge place.”
18. “Live as close as possible to your job.”
19. “If you’re coming after here to chase after your dreams, come with a thick skin. Don’t give up. Keep pushing.”
20. “If you’re apartment hunting, go to the neighborhood you want to move to and search there to find the hidden gems.”
21. “Respect the street vendors. Try tacos con todo.”
