Weather, cost of living, commute, culture—the stuff that actually affects your day‑to‑day, not just the postcard version.

A simple way to match your lifestyle (schools, walkability, space, nightlife) to the right parts of Buffalo—and eliminate the wrong ones.

A breakdown of how to think about monthly payments, taxes, utilities, and timing so you don’t end up house‑poor or rushed.

Step‑by‑step tasks for the next month so you know exactly what to research, watch, and do before you make a move.