Living in Virginia

You are an expatriate living in Virginia, or you used to  work and live in Virginia.

Share your expat experience!

How would you describe life in Virginia?

Has it been complicated to settle down, to find a job, and an accomodation? 

Is it complicated to make friends in Virginia?

What would you recommend to people who would like to live in Virginia?

Thanks in advance for your participation

Hello, I'm new here and would like some advice... My company is sending me with my family to work in our office in Reston, VA. I plan to buy a house in northern Virginia but it's been a challenge trying to get a loan as a foreigner without any recent credit history. Can anyone provide some advice on how I might be able to get a loan fast? I have excellent credit history in Singapore. Also, I'd like to find out how much taxes I will have to pay. Any pointers to where I can get some tax advice? THANKS!