Living in America
How to Choose Which State to Live In
No-income-tax states are not automatically cheaper. Comparing states well means weighing five variables at once.
Elena Marsh2 min read
Editorial Director
Elena Marsh
Leads the US360 newsroom and oversees editorial standards across every topic hub.
About Elena Marsh
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Elena Marsh
Editorial Director · Chicago, Illinois
Elena Marsh has spent more than a decade explaining complex American systems to newcomers and long-time residents alike. At US360 she leads the editorial team, sets research standards, and reviews every guide before publication for accuracy, clarity, and usefulness.
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3 guides
Published by Elena Marsh
Living in America
Your First 90 Days in the United States
The first three months set the tone for everything that follows. Here is the order to tackle documents, housing, banking, and healthcare so nothing blocks anything else.
Elena Marsh2 min read
Living in America
How American Utilities and Household Bills Work
Utility markets differ by state and sometimes by street. Learn which services are regulated, which are competitive, and where new residents most often overpay.
Elena Marsh2 min read