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Letter to a Friend Asking for Advice About Moving to a New City

Task Requirements

📋Scenario

You are considering relocating to a city where your friend currently lives and would like their advice. Write a letter to your friend.

Points to Address

  • 1Explain why you are thinking about moving to their city
  • 2Ask specific questions about the cost of living, job opportunities, and lifestyle
  • 3Request their honest opinion and whether they would recommend the move
SAMPLE RESPONSE
Hi Sarah,

I hope this letter finds you well! I'm writing because I've been seriously contemplating a major life change, and Vancouver immediately came to mind knowing you live there. I'm feeling quite stagnant in Toronto and increasingly drawn to a city with better access to nature and a more vibrant, forward-thinking atmosphere, which Vancouver seems to offer.

Before any big decisions, I'd greatly appreciate your candid insights. Specifically, I'm concerned about the cost of living; could you shed light on rent for a decent one-bedroom and general monthly expenses compared to Toronto? Also, what's the job market like for IT/software developers – is there good demand? Lastly, what's the social scene like, and how reliable is public transport without a car?

Your honest opinion would be invaluable. Based on your experiences, do you truly recommend the move for someone like me seeking new professional challenges and an outdoors-oriented lifestyle? I'd love to catch up properly soon to discuss this further.

Cheers,
Liam