Blog Posts
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Will you be locked down (again)?
Read more: Will you be locked down (again)?Believe it or not, “lockdown” is not a public health term. It is a prison term. Seriously, I have a Masters degree in Public Health from a top-10 school. What played out during the tyrannical Covid-19 response is unprecedented. There are so many questions to unpack after this debacle. How was this allowed to happen? Who was in charge? Was this nonsense all a cover-up, intentional, or something else entirely? The biggest question one needs to ask themselves is this. Will I tolerate being locked down again? Have I made myself more difficult to lockdown? Lockdowns appear to have firmly…
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Armenian Americans Retiring
Read more: Armenian Americans RetiringThere are many things to consider when retiring and many places to consider. Here are some of the top reasons to consider joining the Hyeland Project and moving to the Upper Cumberland in Tennessee. Cost of Living Retiring in the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee offers Armenian-Americans an attractive cost of living. Compared to major metropolitan areas, the Upper Cumberland provides more affordable housing options, lower property taxes, and reduced day-to-day expenses. This financial relief allows retirees to enjoy a higher quality of life, stretching their retirement savings further. The region’s affordability is a significant draw for those looking to…
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Armenian community in rural USA
Read more: Armenian community in rural USAWhy homesteading? Homesteading and rural living is becoming increasingly popular. The scars of lockdowns and the prospect of future instability motivates some to form a more self-sufficient lifestyle. For others, the automation of technology and the isolation of modern life, is the spark to return to a more traditional rural community. Whatever the reason, the trend is real but it leaves Armenian Americans in a bit of a bind. How can one live in an Armenian community in rural America when there aren’t any? Create new ones, of course! That’s exactly what the Hyeland Project is seeking to do. Advantages…
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Armenian American Rural Community
Read more: Armenian American Rural CommunityOld is new again Some of the first Armenian communities in America were established in rural areas of California, particularly in the San Joaquin Valley, due to the availability of fertile land for agriculture. These early immigrants played a crucial role in developing the agricultural industry, especially in crops like grapes and raisins, while preserving their cultural heritage through churches, schools, and cultural organizations, notably in Fresno. Today, there are very few Armenian communities in rural USA. Armenians have congregated primarily in and around cities. For those Armenians wishing to live in a rural community surrounded by Armenians there choices…
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Armenians in the South
Read more: Armenians in the SouthArmenian communities in the South Armenian communities in the southern United States, while smaller than those in other regions, have established significant and vibrant presences. In Florida, the Armenian population is estimated to be around 9,200 people. The state boasts several Armenian churches, including St. David Armenian Church in Boca Raton and St. Hagop Armenian Church in Pinellas Park. Texas is another state with a notable Armenian community, estimated at around 4,900 people. Major cities like Houston and Dallas are home to Armenian churches such as St. Sarkis Armenian Church in Carrollton and St. Kevork Armenian Church in Houston. Other…
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Why Armenians are choosing to work from home in Tennessee
Read more: Why Armenians are choosing to work from home in TennesseeWhy Armenians are choosing to work from home in Tennessee Remote workers have a lot of freedom to choose where to live. Where you live has a huge impact on you and your families life. With a mix of rural or urban living, here are some reasons to consider the Upper Cumberland region of Tennessee when optimizing for work from home. No State Income Tax Let’s suppose you make $100,000/yr. In California you’re losing $6,302 of that from income taxes. In New York it is $5,890 and $5,000 if you’re in Massachusetts. Move to Tennessee and congrats you’ve given yourself…
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Top 3 reasons Armenians are moving to Tennessee
Read more: Top 3 reasons Armenians are moving to TennesseeTop 3 reasons Armenians are moving to Tennessee Reason #1: It feels like Armenia Can you tell the difference? One picture is in the Upper Cumberland of Tennessee and one is Dilijan in Armenia. The land, climate, and plants are nearly identical in these two areas. Both areas are also similarly vacation destinations. Dilijan draws vacationers from around Armenia and abroad, and the Upper Cumberland draws in people from Nashville and the surrounding states. The region is mostly rural with several cute towns and small cities evenly spread throughout. Reason #2: Your money goes farther The Upper Cumberland is a…
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The best place to move in America as an Armenian
Read more: The best place to move in America as an ArmenianThe best place to move in America as an Armenian Background If you’re Armenian-American and thinking of moving chances are you live in or near California, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, or Michigan. Here is our ranking of the top places to consider moving. Cost of Living & Taxes With no state income tax, Tennessee, Florida, and Texas easily take top spots on our list. Tennessee edges ahead because it has low property taxes. If you run a business, Texas might edge ahead because it also has no corporate income tax. Property Costs Being able to afford property is a…
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Why Armenians are leaving California and where they are going.
Read more: Why Armenians are leaving California and where they are going.Armenians are fed up and leaving LA like never before. Why? What’s happening in California? For the longest time, Los Angeles’s Glendale and the surrounding areas has been an Armenian-American stronghold. With numerous Armenian schools, organizations, and cultural events, along with California’s famously good weather, it is a great place to raise a family in America while remaining connected with one’s Armenian roots. Lately however, things are souring in the state. Armenian Americans in Los Angeles are increasingly upset due to a combination of rising living costs, perceived lack of political representation, and concerns over cultural preservation. Recent incidents have…
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Where’s the Armenian Church? Where to move in America
Read more: Where’s the Armenian Church? Where to move in AmericaWhere’s the Armenian Church? Questions to ask when moving Moving is a highly personal thing. The reasons why someone moves and the considerations they make are going to vary greatly. Supposing you’re like us, you are trying to move from a state that seems off the rails to some place seemingly more sane. Perhaps some place rural or more calm. The challenge, unfortunately, is that these few sane places rarely have Armenian communities. It really limits your choices. You’re not stuck though, you’ve got options. When moving here are some of the key things to consider to find the best…