re: Currently laid off from oilfield related job, time to move?

I live out here just north of San Jose. Moved here from BR. But with family so different housing needs/priorities.
What city is the job in?
Are you getting relocation assistance?
Base salary of 130k. What is target bonus? Stock/option package?

What do you like to do besides work? Fish/hunt/ski/hike/surf, etc?

But if your home can be sold and cover the deposit, you are on the way to adding equity value yearly. And plenty opportunities once you are here. Or rent a year and get to know the area.
Real estate prices are gated on public school quality and commute options.
Houses in good schools sell in 3 weeks or less. Not sure about other areas. But the point is, IF you decide to buy, it will not stay on the market like houses in Louisiana tend to do. Completely different market out here.

Hardest part is making the move.