Lol salty dog. I love Florida. Central Fl and Tampa for a few years. The car insurance is bananas. If you have new drivers on the policy forget it. It’s exclusive in areas for sure, it’s super desirable and rare. Plus the whole state just voted solid red! Florida can be it’s own country more easily than say California. CA has lots of land border. Fl has water, food and guns lol too. I’m a big fan
@Mary H I lived on Clearwater Beach & Safety Harbor from 1966 - 1987 Then Jacksonville 1992 - 96 I Have gone back to Florida to visit,,I would never move back ,, Housing, traffic, Utilities, yada, yada
Studies done by the University of South Florida have shown that tourism actually costs the state more than it receives from the taxes they pay. Basically, all they pay is the sales tax, same as Florida residents
This is something I learned recently. I have never done Miami or down south. It is another ball game. I definitely saw NYC in Miami. I definitely saw Miami or down South as another country.
I was rescued by my brother after the passing of hurricane Maria in September 2017. After the hurricane I lived with out electricity and running water for four months, until my brother sent for me. I took a jet blue flight to Orlando FL. I thank God Almighty for helping me survive the hurricane. It was a frightening experience, the winds were blowing over 250 miles per hour. Moving to Orlando was a Godsend. I flew to Orlando with the close on my back and my father's burial US Flag, he was a Tuskegee airman pilot when he was the age of 18. I love ❤ Orlando FL and it's people's. 🌠☀️🙏♥️🇻🇮🇺🇲💯👍
@Savetime Mann You will say the same about Florida after a couple years. It ain't no oasis and the grass ain't no greener. I would suggest TX with that attitude.
I live in Naples and it’s unlike any other town. Small, clean and friendly people. Miami is frantic and crowded, we’re the “ Quiet Coast”. By the way.......welcome!
@Dani, keep'n in mind that my Naples knowledge is about 10yrs outdated but up until I left in 2010 50 was probably avg age I'd say. I always thought cost of living/rent was high (until check'n out dif areas across the country) it was actually comparable. I've heard since then rental prices have gone UP!!? But i I managed to make ends meet as a single mom of two on a servers wage/tips for the last 4-5yrs prior to moving out of state. If you have time & patience you can find affordable & more than accommodating housing. Naples was a beautiful place to raise children. Everything & everybody from high end Celebrities (LoT$ of millionaires) finest of dining, best boutiques (downtown Naples; 5th ave shop'n probably puts Cali to shame) and my fav, plenty of outdoor activities like hunting, mud'n, camp'n, swamp buggy races. Quiet or rowdy Indoors or outdoors you can find it there. At least 10yrs ago you could. Hope this helps somehow, was start'n to sound like a sales pitch, LOL. Best wishes
@@madukes541 thank you so much for the sweet and long message, super helpful. One question: where did you move to after Naples? Where is it better and more affordable in your opinion. Single Mom here too by the way :)
Washington, just outside of Seattle. GORGEOUS state but couldnt recommend it now. Housing 2-3X higher & ran by unqualified oficials in my opinion. In Ga now, housing is fair but covid has really hurt the job market. idk? i wish you the best of luck tho. (single mom's, always strong)
I moved to Florida from New York City about 40 years ago. I loved it at first, however I'm ready for a change. I miss the seasons and it seems like it's getting hotter for a longer period of time. I no longer enjoy the 90° weather 10 months of the year. So next year when I retire, we're moving halfway back. We're moving to the mountains. Who knows, maybe we'll do the snowbird thing!
Debbie it was a great place to move to back then. But the past 2 or 3 decades i would say stay away. I am still stuck in Southeast Florida and i hate it. Much better in places in the country than here even other parts of Florida are better.
Same here in "Seasonless" AZ🌋!! I am SO over 115+ for 2 months, and then different ranges of heat for several more months each year🙄:( And no, it is NOT always a dry heat. My BF absolutely loves it and plays golf year-round, while never even wearing anything but shorts and sandals on a daily basis😎... I am simply done, after 9 years, and heading back to Nevada and my beloved COLD Sierra Nevada Mtns❄🏔☃️~:)
How about Oregon where I live? Was paying $1900 a month for a one bedroom 500 sq ft apartment. People who have lived all their lives in Florida have no idea how much more expensive it is throughout most of the country.
I get that this video is almost a year old, but still a great video. As a native Floridian, there is 1 thing to add to your "things to do" list (if you haven't done so already): Florida has received multiple gold medals for having some of the best state parks in the country year over year. We have hundreds of natural springs in central/north FL, as well as our own national scenic hiking trail that runs from Big Cypress in the Everglades through Gulf Islands National Seashore on the panhandle... lots of outdoor activities here besides beaches and theme parks!
Florida rob my son im from calif my son is in the. USAF. in tampa. he hook up with a girl from the varrio tamp shes got plenty of homegirls pretty girls i lost my son. his home is in tampa its hot humid he loves the beach im not moving to florida the best mexican food is in California. I grew up.in southern cal lived near the beaches redondo, huntington bch and newport seafood galore but this corona virus is jacked up and biden sucks
@@davidortega357 sounds like he likes it better mane. Caribbean food is really good. May have got him hooked lol but there's still good Mexican. And how does Biden tie into this 🤔😂😂
As for driving in South florida, they're three types. Hispanics who learned to drive on donkeys in they're native countries. Old people who drive real slow. People from New York and New Jersey who will cut you off and clearly don't want to share the road. It makes things hell for people from anywhere else. I work at staying off toll roads/expressways.
After having lived in Florida for over 40 years, I've seen it change drastically and I'm ready for a change. Summers are looong and oppressively hot and humid, to the point where I hibernate inside in the a/c for months.Too many crazy and rude people moving here from other states, traffic has become horrendous, I-4 and I-95 are death corridors and I-75 is clogged with semis going up and down the state, cost of living has sky rocketed, shortage of housing has become critical. Rents and prices of homes have become so expensive, regular mortals can't afford them anymore. Homeowners insurance has also skyrocketed. We pay about 3 times more in homeowners insurance than in other states.The pay down here, doesn't compensate for all the increases this state has experienced over the past few years. If you have a nice nest egg, you're one of the lucky ones, although most people who move here, don't, and they're struggling. If you find yourself on unemployment, the state pays a maximum of $275 a week. Oh, and education took a hit too. There is a severe teacher shortage in practically every county. I'm just glad, I no longer have children in the school system. Their teachers are underpaid, and have left in droves. You can garden here though almost year round, if that is your thing but the weeds are ubiquitous and pop up anywhere and everywhere, seemingly overnight and it's a continuous struggle to keep them at bay. The only thing I look forward to are the mild winters, all 2 months of it, if that. We do have mostly nice beaches though, but I'm over that too. Most of them are very crowded and parking is expensive now. Used to be able to park for free but that is no longer the case. If you live near the coast, the salt in the air from the ocean will quickly corrode your vehicles and a/c condensers like you wouldn't believe. Further inland, that's not a problem. We also have bugs the size of helicopters ;) bears wandering through neighborhoods because humans keep taking away their habitat, raccoons destroying your garden furniture, and for good measure, we'll throw in some venomous snakes and gators too.
I've reviewed living somewhere else I've lived here all my long life, and guess what we live in the most cost affected state you will pay more for housing and property taxes, etc. in all other states so try moving elsewhere if your complaining and you'll see we live on $2000 a month house is paid for! My husband and I said were so glad we live here! I know someone who has money lives in another state there accountant told them to buy a house in Florida if you want protection from estate taxes! And get other tax advantages. So really wished some ppl complaining would move out of state lol! Sure some areas in Florida I wouldn't live they are much more costly to live I live in the country thank goodness!! No one lives close to us 😊
I moved to Naples, FL two years ago from London, UK. Huge improvement in quality of life, zero regrets. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else in the US.
@David Andrews Spousal visa for me, without that it's not easy and you do indeed probably need to look at the business set up route. Most ex pats here that I know run local businesses that provide house related services to the super rich.
Florida’s greatest appeal is FREEDOM. And that’s huge in this day and age . Other than that , it’s an Air Conditioned Nightmare unless you love hot weather and flip flops
Flip flops and shorts all year!! Left MI 30 years ago and NEVER looked back. Another day in paradise! AC works great and you get used to the heat. My many broken bones require warm weather! Lol
On the contrary David. Florida is no different than those states which border it to the north, Georgia and Alabama. It’s a conservative “Southern Police State” where adults enjoy much LESS freedom than other places. Are you allowed “recreational marijuana” to add some enjoyment to life? Are you allowed to end your life (Death with Dignity Act) if you have a terminal disease? Florida is not at all for those who cherish freedom.
HOA’s suck! My mom lived in one at WGV,n those cookie cutter houses and their silly ass rules and fines I could never deal with. I’m glad it works for some ppl :) That kinda “living” would bee my worst nightmare❤️
HOAs are the same everywhere, look nice if you don't live there or you just stay inside all day. Control freaks move to HOAs, been there, done that, never again-especially with kids!
Moved to Florida in 1987. I don't miss digging my car out of the snow, although the summers have been very hot in the last few years. The other 9 months are great. I live in Central Florida but the beach is only about 1 to 2 hrs away. Overall I still love living here. 💕
I moved from New York City to Clearwater Fl and I would NEVER go back. Fortunately, our area seems to dodge the hurricanes. Only 1 serious storm in 15 years.
Lol. I moved from Cleveland to Palm Harbor, and my mom stays in Clearwater. I absolutely love it and she's home sick. lol. We are protected from hurricanes by the Seminoles. I did my research before coming.
So funny😂 i just came across this vid, i moved there last yr, and bought a condo, within 1 month i put my condo on the market, I couldn’t stand the traffic, and some of the people who live and ran my condo Association. I don’t mind it for vacation I actually like it, but I will never live there again, I would rather have a cabin and land away from everyone
It can be difficult sharing close amenities with “ strangers “, but I do feel we need to go a little further with boundaries. If everyone ate while roaming could get messy. The toys on the other hand are what pools are for! LOL!
I lived in FL for six year afternoon early retirement. Idid not like the weather. People that move to Fl say they love the wheather but then they live indoors and turn the airconditioning on (60 degrees or lower) .Outside the weather can be in the nineties most of the year with high humidity. Every bug is out to get you! I'm back in the northeast loving the snow! FL is not for everyone! Take care and be safe
You got that right they don’t go outside in the summer at all. Nice to visit but not to live. My mom and dad move there over 20 yrs ago and my dad love it and my mom hated it. And she made his life miserable until the end what a mistake it turn into.
In Tampa, the ave high temp is only 81.7. There are only two months when the ave hits 90. I find that fat people can't handle heat. If you're thin, 80-90 degrees is comfortable.
@@darylfoster7944 It not only the temperature it also the humidity that is the worse part. The only people that come out in the summer for the most part are people on vacation. I been to Florida over 20 times there just isn’t nothing special about it. Unless your by the water not much to look at either. The woods and trees are ugly nothing except for Palm trees can take the heat nothing good can grow with the heat and little water. Don’t get me wrong it not the worst place to be it just wouldn’t be my number one choice. People go there one time on vacation and than move instead of checking other places out first. Check a few states out than decide for sure if your retiring what’s the hurry.
I've lived near Collier county for 10+ years and salute you for the accurate assessment of Florida living. I'm from coastal Virginia and would never leave Florida. I only wish I had relocated long ago, because I've never been happier.
The way traffic is now a days only a sadomasochist wouldn't be angry. And ita not really the New yorkers, i went to New York foe the 3d time maybe 2 years ago and compared to Miami, i thought everyone nice n decent. No lie. So that either shows you NY is nicer or w/e these days or that Im so used to a level hostility that I think NY is nice place with some kool people lol idk which is which!?
Also they brought those no logical, absurd ideas they have, that destroyed New York. They are moving the De Blasio no sense ideas in a well governed State.
I'm coming to Ft Myers tomorrow. Going to look around and see where I might want to live in 2 years when I retire. Anytime I've been to Florida in my lifetime, I didn't want to leave.
Very well done video sir. I'm from florida, I grew up in St petersburg. Maybe it's because I spent most of my life here, but I look forward to moving someplace cooler. The summers here are oppressively hot and long. I find that I hardly leave the house for many months in a row causing me to be gaining weight and feeling unhealthy. I've lived for short times in more mountainous areas and that suits me better as I am very into the outdoors. There's no good hiking in florida. There is walking and sweating in sand looking at pretty much the same geographic features continually. There's no real diversity unless you go up to maybe the spring Hill area. If all you want to do is sit on the beach, go boating or fishing, then this might be for you, but if you enjoy camping and hiking you're going to be soon disappointed. The one thing I do love about Florida is the freshwater springs! All of our glorious springs are simply magical experiences, but now with so many people moving here, they are often way too crowded to enjoy. Still worth kayaking down the weeki wachee River though!
Yes...summers go on for 6 months...also the whole State is just a huge sand bar at sea level that jets out in the ocean. Not much culture nor scenery. It is like living on a barge. People commoniy complain of shear bordem. Ok you have the beach....more sand...sand, really!lets go where there is more sand and sit there while the blinding angry sun pounds down on you...lol There is nothing here but CVS...Walgreens...Cosco...lol... Florida is paradise for some and a pure nightmare for others. It's a great place to retire and die...oh. then you get attacked by the bugs..oh I forgot the ants misquotes..no see ums lots of bugs...lol
I live in Orlando and visit St Petes often,the heat does not bother me,we only have 3 months of heat really,compared to 9 months of cold in the north..You would like Perry Florida from what i read about your lifestyle.
@@neilcharles2520 the heat and boredom and the retired boomers and the Red Tide are deal breakers for me....and the bugs...getting sun burned...sweating...humidity...
Your video is excellent and right on , i was very worried at first and undecided about moving to Florida after looking at a lot of videos so i rented a condo in a recommended area where i liked that was relatively safe and lived for six months , during this time i traveled a lot to various parts and stayed sometimes a week or so i also made a long list of all the pros and cons of living here as opposed to the state where i left and also what my preferences are which helped me a lot with my relocation decision , the point is what's ok for you may not be for someone else , Florida is not perfect by any means but i absolutely love it here and i am happy with my decision to make it my home .
Thank you for your video. I agree with your comments. I am trucker and after having been driving all over the country I can tell you Florida is one of the worst states for driving but the best for living. The weather here is absolutly amazing and people are mostly friendly. I am living in Jacksonville (NE Florida)and I think it's a perfect place , all you need to do is choose a calm , quite and clean neighborhood.
I'm a retirednurse and living in fla is a nightmare work wise!!! Very,very seasonal! Especially in summer! I know alot of people who workv3-4 jobs in the 'season in order to make it thru the year!!!
This has been a helpful video. My mother, sister, brother in law, and I have considered moving south together. It's good to know the best things to consider before such a move since none of us have mad a big move outside of the state before. Thank you.
👋🏼 Moved from California but originally from NYC. Relocated 2 yrs ago to Clearwater! While the beach is beautiful, not impressed with homes of which the majority are old, have water and mold damage, and overpriced. While there is no State tax here in Fl., prices are in line for food, clothing, and other goods with both my two previous states. Thus, while I am not thrilled with Fl., I do love the beach….and make it a point to go to the beach several times a week! Tampa, Clearwater, Kissimmee, Orlando, Miami, and Broward Counties home and rental properties are overpriced for not very good homes/neighborhoods. Appreciate your video!
Plus and minus for any state. People move without doing real research and find out they don't like it as much as they thought. Now moving for climate change I can understand.
here is the fix, you could always build. It's a much cheaper option if you do steel frame. Not only are steel frame structures quicker and most convenient to build, but they are also cheaper and easier to maintain. Unlike other building material options, steel frame units are most often thought of as a one-time cost.
Problem is people from up North buy property then want to rent for Northern rent. The majority of people here don't make much money per hour that's why they aren't happy - they can't earn a livable wage to pay northern rent prices, it is cheaper to own than rent due to out of state people buying up property. The unemployment isn't low - Florida only provides 12 weeks of unemployment instead of 26 weeks like most states - they can only count you as unemployed if you are actively collecting, if you have not found a job after 12 weeks your homeless and unemployed but not counted. It isn't low - fake manipulation - tourist state.
Oh, I forgot to add....for most of the year you cannot take your dog anywhere if you have to leave him or her in the car for even a minute! Too hot to walk your dog. Too hot on the pavement for doggie paws. Lack of comfort for my dog is a main issue for me.
I wouldn't let pets hold me back from moving to FL. I'm moving there with no pets at all and will be renting and won't be paying oet fees and don't have to worry about all the rentals that aren't pet friendly. Life is too short to let pets rule and run your like. Get a cat instead because they are more dependent and you don't have to babysit them like dogs.
The title of your video caught my attention. I moved to Panama City in 1986...from New Jersey!! I loved it here from the very first day! I've been through many hurricanes, two which severely damaged my home...Michael actually destroyed it. Still, I would rather go through a home damaging hurricane every 20 years than go through Winter every year.
Miami looks and feels great in TV and in movies...or if you are wealthy and live in a bubble. The rest of the common folk need to deal with the homeless, the crime and the high prices of the area.
@@dmurphy7951 I'm moving from Colorado to FL the housing market is crazy but with education you'll find great jobs and it's beautiful. This isnt the Northeast our weather is absolutely perfec with beautiful mountain views. I just can't imagine living in a place where it's summer 8 months....well I guess I don't have to as I'm moving there. Reluctantly. I'm so sad about it.
The average age in Naples Florida is now 45 years old with two children. It has completely changed since moving here 29 years ago. They can't build enough schools for all ages.
Great video! I moved from Cleveland to Palm Harbor (5 mins from Clearwater, 20 mins from Tampa, St.Pete, etc) and I LOOOOOVE it. I love the heat, the humidity, the palm trees, all the different birds and wildlife, the sun, the open sky, the vibe, all that. I researched this area and it's not really prone to getting hurricanes like around the other FL areas. The cost of living is not bad, but I did notice that jobs don't pay as much as they do up north, so best to have a skill or degree. The people can be alittle crazy, but they are generally very friendly in this area. It's like everyone is on vacation. I wouldn't trade it for the world honestly.
theStallioness .. when I drove up to Palm Harbor there were some areas that were really beautiful but I remember getting gas for my car on a main strip and there were too many adult shops together in one section ... it had a sleeazy feeling ; I couldn't wait to get back in the car ... this was back in 2012 .
Me and my girl are thinking about moving to Florida from Michigan! Tired of this weather ! I grow up in Florida when I was younger and always went back to visit! My parents moved there twice !!!!! I need a change in my life ! Lol 🙏gets depressing up here soon as October comes lol
@@carroyo911 there's a homeless problem for the same way LA has one. People move here with a "movie" type idea and mindset of fun in the sun and acting or whatever and quickly discover that life in Miami is rough and drugs are prevalent and, well u see where im going with that. Also south Florida and Miami have the highest mental health problem rate in the country and the lowest budget to deal with it and well, many homeless have mental health issues
You made a great move buddy. I moved out of NY and headed out west to Arizona. Best move of my life the weather is gorgeous 9 months a year except summer
I'm with Robert, I'm an Arizona girl (transplant). The heat can be intense, but dry heat is so much easier to tolerate than FL humid heat. Plus, where I'm at, it's an easy 4 hour road trip to the Mexican Baja..long white sand beaches, warm crystal clear water. Friendly people, great food and culture..love it down there...easy trip in the spring and fall. Also, where I live is a short trip to the snow in the winter for winter sports. It's got it all.
Yes you did. I’ve been stuck here for 24 years. I speak from personal experience. 100 degrees and being eaten by mosquitoes all year, really sucks. I can’t wait to leave. I will say that politically it’s awesome though. Ron DeSantis has been doing a great job!
I think the reason why people are always angry in Miami is because whatever they do cause so much more and if you have to circle for an hour to get parking and have to make a booking wherever you go it becomes really uncomfortable I would highly recommend you to try the area fort Lauderdale far more like that same environment just so much nicer people in general
@Saša Š Actually, my Best Friend is HS was Latino, his Family owned a Grocery Store, we use to go to the migrant camps to sell food, so I learned Spanish, before learning Spanish was cool.
Great video! The good aspects of living in Florida: Weather, beaches, taxes. It is a great place to learn to fly an airplane or join a flying club if you already have a license. Going on the beach on New Years eve is a blast. Same with Christmas. Lots of fresh seafood. If you have kids they will learn to swim in no time. The bad : Wages are much lower, it is best to have a job lined up before you move there. You will be shocked how little you are paid unless you have your own business like the presenter. Many people do not like children as the presenter mentioned. Many retirees apparently move to get away from their children and don't like yours. Many didn't like mine. Stay away from HOAs the rules will drive you crazy. It's very flat. I wish I still lived there but there's an old Yiddish saying, Man makes plans, and G_d laughs. Good luck to everyone!
Dance...yeah, the Proverbs have some wise sayings about plans also, ""In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps." "Many are the plans in a man's heart, BUT it is the LORD'S purpose that prevails." "All a man's ways seem innocent to him, BUT motives are weighed by the LORD." "To man belongs the plans of the heart, BUT from the LORD comes the reply of the tongue." "A man's steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand his own way?" Hope this helps someone.
Very helpful review! As someone who grew up and is still in NJ, I can't tell how insightful this is. Our boys are 8 and are resistant, but my wife and I are trying to do what's best for our family. Thank you for making this.
It's best to move before they're teens and really can give u a hard time. Depending in where u move, florida doesn't have the best rep as gar as education is concerned so that's definitely something to consider. RESEARCH the school systems where you're considering. I love in the tampa area and that's tons of schools but u gotta pick the right one.
@@bs4real I have done the move, but truth be told I would not have done it if I had young children. New Jersey has a better school system. That is just my believe.
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I live in the panhandle area in a nice quiet neighborhood and I would never trade it for a big city. Because I love 2 car garage and big driveway and your neighbors is an acre away.
Thank you for the information. I’m moving down to St. Augustine from Philadelphia and I can’t wait. I’ve been to St. Augustine many times since the late 70s and I’m so excited that this time I will be staying. My brother lives in Port Charlotte and absolutely loves it there. So, I’ll be seeing you soon and can’t wait to establish myself as a Floridian. 🥰🐬🐟🐠🐡🦀🏝🏖
I live in South Florida and that is one place that I have never visited but congratulations I would love to live in St Augustine it is beautiful and you do get better weather
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Yeah... I was young when I went on vacation there and I got sunburn. It's been so many years since I've been there and I'm looking to move there next summer
Very thoughtful video and I appreciate your honesty in the "pro's/con's" of moving & living in Florida. I've lived all over (45 moves total) and I'm currently looking for a place to "put down roots" too. I have to say I'm terrified of making the "wrong" decision because I also have a special needs son - almost 18 - and so the life I make will be for him also. So many things to consider, but again, I appreciate your video and the thoughtful commentary you bring to it. :)
I don't know if you've made your decision, but I am a native Floridian that is no longer in the state, but has a lot of family still there. Please make sure you look into what kind of support there is for your son if you move there. In my experience, there is very little help unless you are willing to pay out of pocket or have very very good insurance. Medicaid and medicare in FL ranks very low in the country for disabled people.
After years of snow and ice in Indiana, my wife and I moved to a small town near Orlando two years ago. You make some very good points in your video, but I'll add a couple of negatives. First and most of all, not only are the summers extremely hot and humid, but the mosquitoes are horrible. To make it even worse, both my wife and I have actually developed what they call skeeter syndrome -- we have allergic reactions to mosquito bites with constant itching. Second, except for the snow and ice I really truly miss the seasons, especially beautiful cool fall weather. The only cool weather down here occurs in January and part of February -- fall is still hot hot hot. Quite frankly, I'm ready to sell the house and move back north, maybe buy a condo and let somebody else shovel the show. But I'm tired of Florida and it's heat and those horrible mosquitoes.
@@commonsense8012 How do they do that? If there is a mosquito control system, it means that they are doing mass spraying of pesticides. That means that every person and animal is breathing in pesticides. I am not positive but I don't think that would be good for anyone, over time.
Some people can't do the weather, but the spring is short and the fall really extends into November.if you live near water, there will be mosquitoes, but if you live in a city, they generally spray for mosquitoes and you can get good sprays for your arms and legs. If you have rainwater trapped in flower pots etc, you will be breeding your own. Dump out any standing water. For comparison, if you travel to the Everglades, the mosquitos will carry you away. Also, since Florida is a long state, the weather is very different, as you head north. Good luck!
I lasted 3 weeks in Sarasota 3 years ago. After that, I needed to get back to a major city - or at least close to one, a little bit of coolth, and to be somewhere I could wear real clothes instead of shorts and a t-shirt 24/7/365. There's a lot to like about Florida, but I couldn't live there full time.
I've been in Naples for the last 3 years. I like living here, but I also have lived in Bonita Springs & Estero, both are a very short drive (15-30 minutes) from Naples. In my opinion, Naples may be the most "elite", but the other two are just as close to the water, and are equally as enjoyable if not quite as wealthy.
Wow, really even over Hawaii? I've only experienced the island of Oahu in the tourist area but I'm happy to hear I made a good decision. I love it more and more everyday, not sure if its because Naples is beautiful but it feels like home. Thank you for watching and the awesome comment!
Destin/Ft Walton girl, here! 7th generation! Momma dragged us all over, & we went all over, the country! She always dragged us back. Said she couldn't get the sand out of her shoes! Neither could we! There's no place like home! We're all back, now. Momma was the 2nd last home. After 20 yrs, she just took off to Orlando! She'll be back in a year or two! My sister was gone for almost 30 yrs. She's been back for 10 yrs. She's fixing to take off, again, I think.
I'm leaving Florida for Georgia. After nearly thirty years I'm ready to make Georgia my new home for many decades possibly. I miss the cooler whether, hills and mountains. But I guess I'll see.
Florida morning used to be my favorite vacation spot (Ft. Lauderdale, Miami area) but he is right, Miami is not at all what it used to be, which is really sad. I love the changing of the seasons, sweater weather and cannot stand hot, humid weather beyond the summer months; can’t breathe when in it.
@@speedracer1945 I have lived in Miami and I speak Spanish. Plus what the ethnic areas have to do with it? There are ethnic areas pretty much in every cities, small and big.
@@LauraRonchetti you live there so you know the turf many dont so just informing others it helps to speak Spanish since some dont speak English though many are bilingual. Its a advantage , so stop taking it personal !
i moved to south florida from NJ a few decades ago. It was beautiful then but hear it is super crowded and built up now and not all that inexpensive anymore. I think they are angry in Miami because too many outsiders are moving there. I live on the west coast for a few decades now and thinking about moving back to florida but on the west coast now. i do not want to leave where i am now but it has become extremely unaffordable and the homeless problem is huge and frightening.
Bought a Condo in Naples, I had to work with low pay. Lived through many hurricanes and hated the heat and humidity. 13yrs. I was stuck there, finally went back home "Chicago". Now I'm happy again and no more hurricane
Moved down there in the late seventies when my parents went there to eventually retire......having grown up in the Chicago area there so much of a culture shock, I only made it for a year before running back to the big city. Although they tried for years to get me back there I absolutely refused, would rather live in a cultured environment than a state with such stupid people. Their healthcare sucks, they try their best to funnel the elderly into nursing homes by over drugging them (my personal experience with my mom, who I also had to bring back to Chicago to save her).
@Shawny Monique to be honest in my opinion, Hollywood Florida is great. I never been in CA, but compared with other states that I have been Hollywood is by far the best
Ive visited Florida 3 times in my life and its quite beautiful and clean.. Thank you for this video since ive been pondering getting a property in Florida since im planning my retirement
I moved to Tampa FL from Houston TX in 2014. Overall I’ve enjoyed it but it has come with some huge downsides. The Tampa Bay Area is very obviously a growing economy which means finding a good paying job isn’t hard; we have some of the best colleges in the state; average age is mid-30s which is young compared to the rest of the state; crime is lower than the national average. One thing I noticed though is that non-natives outweigh the number of natives in Tampa and honestly the northerners are generally rude, I definitely had to develop much thicker skin here than what I had back in Texas; also, drivers suck terribly and that’s reflected on our insurance rates; buying a home down here was also a huge pain for me because investors (mostly out of state ones) come down here, buy up all the good properties - especially ones by any beach, lake, or pond - and rent them out. If you earn an average salary here, good luck with buying a home, you’re gonna need it; also, my HOA sucks, I see no tangible benefits from paying $300/month to the HOA.
@@CultureEstate in hindsight, my comment seems a bit negative but I can assure you I’ve enjoyed it here more than not, northerners included who helped me develop a liking for hockey lol.
Insurance can be so high for homes and cars because of the weather hurricanes and flooding. And they’re idiots everywhere rural areas sometimes are the worst. It a different kind of people moving in rural areas now. So many don’t like being by people don’t want neighbors some real idiots they don’t want you to step one foot on there property. Not like the old days where they use to watch out for each other.
I tried living in Florida and moved to Orlando for six months in 1999, but the humidity, bugs, traffic, road construction everywhere, and old folks driving 20 MPH in the left lane got on my nerves. Florida is nice to visit in the Winter, but I would never want to live there.
Stayed in Orlando 3 mos. Winter Park. My friend let me stay at her rental. That was ok but the humidity, roaches yuck...in the summer the air so thick Construction on the streets a pain...Could not wait to get back to Los Angeles...2013.
I'm a native Floridian but moved away 30 years ago. Planning to move back home. I'm from north Florida, totally different from south Florida in terms of culture and cost of living. I don't care about hurricanes, Gators. The annoyances to me is the bugs, flying cockroaches and skeeters. Heat, humidity, traffic. I miss the ocean and the cons are worth it.
I wanna go back home but you’re absolutely right, its not the same. Miami is not the same and people are angry and frustrated there. I think its a series of things
I never paid attention of how rude we could be here in South Florida. South Florida is not like Central Florida or Northern Florida. Well, I realize this when I was visiting in Georgia and everyone there would just say hi to me as I walk by. I felt like I was so rude because greeting them was the furthest thing on my mind. I guess it’s because we are mostly indoors when it’s so hot. I don’t know why. Maybe also because it’s getting over crowded and it’s too hot to deal with people. Got to work on being nice. Another thing is people from New England are hard to deal with and Canadians. Nothing against you if you are from there but man you guys make me lose my patience. Florida is not bad. You just have to find your spot. I would avoid the cities. Not very safe and too many tourists. Plus, it’s more expensive.
I lived in New York City where in addition to the annual federal income tax I paid huge annual state income tax. On top of those taxes I also paid a Hugh city income tax. Moreover, NYC sales and excise taxes are even more than outside the city limits. Florida has NO state or local income tax. With respect to Miami, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea. A great alternative is nearby Fort Lauderdale.
Agreed! Im in Manhattan now and i lose 50% of my income with all the taxes combined. NY State and City tax and add sales taxes, road tolls, and you lose half your income. its insane and not worth it IMO. Im going to be looking at Dallas, Denver, or somewhere Florida.
RENT IS INSANE! You must have an income of $70,000.00 a year. I have to move. My rent for the month is $550.00 a week. Can you afford that? Saved enough to get out of here!
Florida is the ONLY place to live! Can’t beat the outdoor life, the low taxes, the opportunities, the down to earth people, and the freedom (except Miami it’s another country) it is true America! Good video bro! Let’s keep Florida free and Awesome!
I love FL. but I will tell you that the summers are like being in a Sauna, so if you can be up north for at least 4 months out of 6 months of summer, durring the summer that might help you. But don't let the humidity of the summers sway you, because there are so many sunny days year long in this beautiful state, and great sunsets all the time and rainbows are commen here. I stay year round Because I can't afford to go back and forth. In Michigan I used to have to work all winter long outside in construction and hated it. Grey skies about 28 days of every month in MI. Life is much easier here in the winter of course compared to scraping ice off your windsheild every morning up north. If you like nature and wildlife, there are many cool birds here that you won't find up north and your Kids may like this too. There are far fewer Hurricanes that hit the gulf coast side, ( the last one was Charlie in 2004 and Erma about 3 years ago. then you can go 10 years before a hurricane hits the gulf side. Usually if they go around the southern tip of FL. then they out and away to TX. or LA. You have plenty of prep time. I don't listen to the TV news much durring Hurricanes, It's Best to just bookmark the NHC site (national hurricane center) for best info. first hover mouse over storm for a bit of info, then click on the storm for travel cone info , then got the dicussion page link. Florida is worth it, Enjoy your life here Bro.
@@CultureEstate I have lived on both coasts of Florida and a friend lived inland near Leesburg. Inland or the east side of the state have more of a problem with humidity most of the year. The Gulf coast doesn't have that problem most of the year. In summer is definitely very, very hot but the humidity is usually isn't as bad EXCEPT after the PM thunderstorms in the afternoon and evenings. Then the humidity is thick enough to cut with a knife, you can literally see it in the air. Just do like the life long Floridians do, go from air conditioning to air conditioning for four months.
I moved to Orlando Fl from California back in 2006. NO REGRETS. Miami reminds me of L.A.! I'm from Argentina & I noticed Mexicans are more cordial BUT "some" Cubans & Porticans here are always pissed or out to get you. In my area there is no mask craziness. My sister-in-law is from Cuba & she agrees with me. Get out of Miami, you'll be more relaxed in Orlando.
ORLANDO?? You mean the people’s republic of? Filled with liberals? No thanks. Hundreds of smaller towns all over the state where we have MAGA country. Real people not phony liberals with despicable lifestyles
@@peterkent1582 Oviedo, Winter Park & my personal favorite (living now) Christmas Florida. Big property and agricultural in some parts. Also very cheap, 30 minutes from downtown by Hwy.
Depends where you live. I live and grew up (native) on the beach. My house and rental condos my father originally purchased on the beach. #NothingCompares Miami, Orlando, Jax are for the northern transplants, not a true depiction of so many of our beautiful quiet beach communities. And , if you don’t like no state tax, low cost of living, etc, #GoBack to wherever you came from.
I am sorry you encountered hurricane Ian. I have lived in FL nearly all my life. Lived thru many hurricanes. They are not all CAT 4 or 5's. Pay your insurance. Every thing can be replaced.
After 20 years of looking (not a typo), finally bought a townhouse for retirement on the beach in NE Florida. Design is off the ground 8ft with all concrete construction and 4 concrete decks with first level parking for 2 vehicles and hurricane shutters. I actually think the Gulf coast is prettier, but the hurricane damage there seems more severe due to the warm gulf waters intensifying storms. I have the best of both worlds with the ability to drive to Gulf coast in less than 3 hours, catch a train to Miami, drive 1 1/2 hours to Orlando, but have a peaceful place at the beach. Not going to miss driving to work in the snow one bit!!
Awesome & congrats on your purchase. I’m in the same state - debating between Orange beach vs Florida. If you don’t mind asking, did you go with a realtor to help narrow down properties? Thanks!
@@sunitjoshi3573 yes after the first failed purchase offer, I connected with a realtor and told him what I was looking for (area and price range/neighborhood) and for the next few years, every time a property meeting my request came on the market, the agent had an email list, he sent out to his clients…took awhile, but it worked
@@sunitjoshi3573 contacted a local agent..,told him what/where I was looking for, and for several years, had him send me each new listing in his email grouping …took awhile to get it, and am doing yearly leases until I’m ready to move there myself
I’ve been here 19 years not one regret. The problem now is so many people moving here Traffic is a nightmare. Marion County alone has 12000 houses under construction right now. Real estate is nuts like everywhere else. But the weather if you like Sun and heat is absolutely beautiful.
Moved from the Midwest to downtown St Petersburg. Love it here and only want to go back to the Midwest for short visits. We live in a condo and really like not having maintenance on a home... We just live and are very active. The condo is like an incredible resort with lots of amenities!
Mike and Culture Estate ( Lewis) I am going for a visit to Naples in Feb to look for a not so expensive yet decent apartment and to find a job probably in a nursing home as I have done for the last 40 yrs. Any feedback would be appreciated.
What are most of your neighbors like? Are you forced to wear masks and make appointments as mentioned in this video? Or is that nonsense mostly in Miami?
@@mikeuptegrove Neighbors are great and we now have a lot of friends in the building. Many are very active and we do a lot of things as a group. We’ve jokingly called condo lifestyle as living in a dorm only now with some money. Mask are required in common areas but not in the gym or pool areas. Local businesses mostly require masks when inside.
@Joe Marton I was just trying to get info on FL. When I've gone I've always liked it. But you gotta know if it's livable, you know? I like St. Augustine, Orlando and Miami. I am looking into Tampa.
Even a year ago rent prices were not cheap. I had trouble finding a place. Also you seemed to chuckle when talking about the hurricane season and hopefully no category 5 storms. We had a CAT 5 storm in 2018 and it was no joke. 4 years later and people are still recovering. Having lived through it, it's a sensitive subject. We pray every season for no storms of any kind.
Used to be nobody wanted to live in the "Mosquito infested hot SWAMP" that was Miami...I was a happy little girl back then!...😂...Cuban factory workers were given the swamp to keep the language barrier from making difficult in the other cities, until their descendants could learn the language and move around to other states...Though my parents spoke English and worked the hotels...Nostalgic Cubans started building businesses like the ones they missed from Cuba and visitors from South America would come to shop for things they would sell at their shops back home... These "Entrepreneurs" saw an easy market and entry point for their "DRUGS" and set "SHOP"...Little by little they tried to "SQUASH" the PEACEFUL living Cubans...We didn't know RACISM or "KILLINGS" as savage as we witnessed from them...Let alone, how to "POISON" our host country...Heck!...We barely bring clothes on our backs, let alone DRUGS...Cuba was a "MECCA" for Americans, ever since the "Spanish American War", when America bought it from Spain...They love Americans...After all, we were Americans for 5 years...And, still feel American in a special part of our hearts...That's why my parents spoke English...And, why other Spanish speaking races, HATE us... It's not the Cubans that you encounter "ANGRY" in Miami...It's the other Hispanics that tend to make the Cubans angry at times, when we have let them know "What time of day" it is...The "Happy, Funny and happy to enjoy your company" you meet in Miami, 90% of the time are Cubans...Like me!...Welcome to Florida, little boy...I'm sure your lovely family will LOVE it here...Many blessings and love...🙏😘💖🌹
I used to visit Hialeah and always enjoyed the people, the food, and all the shops. My son's baptismal outfit came from there, and that's a fond memory. Take care.
I'm a LA native . I moved to west palm (del rey) sight unseen literally and I loved it. It's time to get used to the humidity and lizards everywhere. That was traumatizing. Rent was way more affordable. I have a 3 bedroom house for I paid for a 1bedroom in LA. Overlooking its a beautiful place but there no place like home. Great vacation spot ,retire or raise a family. But for a single person use to the fast pace Los Angeles lifestyle...should be reconsidered .. just my opinion
I moved to Florida from Seattle area 5 months ago and the humidity is crazy thick. I have found out that Florida is a giant sand bar and poor mans California but winter I expect the weather to be super nice.
Spot on about the info about professional Careers : medical , aviation and legal. Otherwise it’s realllyyyy difficult fo find a decent paying job in other fields. that’s the hardest part for me
This makes me excited to move to Florida! I’m moving to North Port from Littleton, CO, so it will be a major change in climate, but I’m looking forward to living near the beach!
Florida is nice to visit in the winter but being that far south in the spring/summer is unbearable. I’d much rather live in Hawaii or fly with the snowbirds.
Here's an important tip if your going to live in Florida...never wear black on the beach unless it is freezing outside, & never wear a black shirt over a sun-burn.
@catmodelt No, hot days are definitely leather shorts kinda days!! Lol! Your cimment made me think of the Scooby Doo movie when Daphne dressed Velma up for her date w/Seth Green. Red vinyl dress slid right off the seat!! :)
I cannot deal with the heat, after 3 years, although this last week is lovely. I am leaving to go back where I came from. I cannot stand to be indoors as much as I am here.
Great. Many people would rather live up north in the cold and miserable weather. I have noticed that most people stay inside up north from Oct through April. And there are many more fat and unhealthy people up there . Grab your crook pot and shovel 🤡
As a FL native, who left six years ago as a travel nurse (and went to the PNW), I will say FL is by far better It's all perspective and what you value most. Like anywhere, there are dislikes/likes about every location. Its' all about one's perspective
As someone who did the exact same thing as you, I can say that Oregon and Washington are beautiful compared to my native Clearwater. The food is on another level as well. The houses are unique and full of character. Not as friendly I will say, and the winters are tough on the west side of the cascades as there are few sunny days. One trip through the mountain passes will fix that. There is truly no better place for summer as the temps are perfect and the sun is everyday... To each their own I suppose.
If you move to Florida, remember why you came and vote for the policies that you came to enjoy
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Lol salty dog. I love Florida. Central Fl and Tampa for a few years. The car insurance is bananas. If you have new drivers on the policy forget it. It’s exclusive in areas for sure, it’s super desirable and rare. Plus the whole state just voted solid red! Florida can be it’s own country more easily than say California. CA has lots of land border. Fl has water, food and guns lol too. I’m a big fan
HARD AGREE!!!! 🇺🇸
Yes, tell me about it I am leaving Az because California.
@@CultureEstate Yess...Vote blue always!!
No state income tax. When we first moved here, I was shocked at my paycheck. I cleared about $500 more a month! Tourism pays our taxes!
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you must make 110k a month
@Mary H I grew up in South Florida Mary and I have to agree with you. Plus the crime rate is horrible. Florida attracts the worst.
@Mary H I lived on Clearwater Beach & Safety Harbor from 1966 - 1987 Then Jacksonville 1992 - 96 I Have gone back to Florida to visit,,I would never move back ,, Housing, traffic, Utilities, yada, yada
Studies done by the University of South Florida have shown that tourism actually costs the state more than it receives from the taxes they pay. Basically, all they pay is the sales tax, same as Florida residents
Can't compare Miami with the rest of Florida. That would be like comparing NYC to upstate NY.
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This is something I learned recently. I have never done Miami or down south. It is another ball game. I definitely saw NYC in Miami. I definitely saw Miami or down South as another country.
It's accurate what he says about Miami drivers. Lots of crazy drivers all over FL but Miami is in it's own class.
Miami is literally north Cuba.
Does the rest of NY state dislike NY city?
I was rescued by my brother after the passing of hurricane Maria in September 2017. After the hurricane I lived with out electricity and running water for four months, until my brother sent for me. I took a jet blue flight to Orlando FL. I thank God Almighty for helping me survive the hurricane. It was a frightening experience, the winds were blowing over 250 miles per hour. Moving to Orlando was a Godsend. I flew to Orlando with the close on my back and my father's burial US Flag, he was a Tuskegee airman pilot when he was the age of 18. I love ❤ Orlando FL and it's people's.
🌠☀️🙏♥️🇻🇮🇺🇲💯👍
Florida is such a large state that many aspects are completely different in other parts of the state.
Saying “Florida” is like saying The United States! Just remember, the further North you go - the further South you are!
Naples is quite exclusive, one just has to go to the local airport and private jets outnumber the more typical GA prop aircraft 2 to 1.
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Yep, from Pensacola, light swamp, to Miami, deep swamp, everything else is in between.
@Savetime Mann You will say the same about Florida after a couple years. It ain't no oasis and the grass ain't no greener. I would suggest TX with that attitude.
When you are doing a youtube video and you don’t know what day it is, you adapted quickly to Florida.
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It is called the Caribbean attitude!
I live in Naples and it’s unlike any other town. Small, clean and friendly people. Miami is frantic and crowded, we’re the “ Quiet Coast”. By the way.......welcome!
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what is the average age range of people in Naples? thanks
@Dani, keep'n in mind that my Naples knowledge is about 10yrs outdated but up until I left in 2010 50 was probably avg age I'd say. I always thought cost of living/rent was high (until check'n out dif areas across the country) it was actually comparable. I've heard since then rental prices have gone UP!!? But i I managed to make ends meet as a single mom of two on a servers wage/tips for the last 4-5yrs prior to moving out of state. If you have time & patience you can find affordable & more than accommodating housing. Naples was a beautiful place to raise children. Everything & everybody from high end Celebrities (LoT$ of millionaires) finest of dining, best boutiques (downtown Naples; 5th ave shop'n probably puts Cali to shame) and my fav, plenty of outdoor activities like hunting, mud'n, camp'n, swamp buggy races. Quiet or rowdy Indoors or outdoors you can find it there. At least 10yrs ago you could. Hope this helps somehow, was start'n to sound like a sales pitch, LOL.
Best wishes
@@madukes541 thank you so much for the sweet and long message, super helpful. One question: where did you move to after Naples? Where is it better and more affordable in your opinion. Single Mom here too by the way :)
Washington, just outside of Seattle. GORGEOUS state but couldnt recommend it now. Housing 2-3X higher & ran by unqualified oficials in my opinion.
In Ga now, housing is fair but covid has really hurt the job market.
idk? i wish you the best of luck tho.
(single mom's, always strong)
I moved to Florida from New York City about 40 years ago. I loved it at first, however I'm ready for a change. I miss the seasons and it seems like it's getting hotter for a longer period of time. I no longer enjoy the 90° weather 10 months of the year. So next year when I retire, we're moving halfway back. We're moving to the mountains. Who knows, maybe we'll do the snowbird thing!
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Debbie it was a great place to move to back then. But the past 2 or 3 decades i would say stay away. I am still stuck in Southeast Florida and i hate it. Much better in places in the country than here even other parts of Florida are better.
NC is calling you. Decent people and decent quality of life.
Same here in "Seasonless" AZ🌋!!
I am SO over 115+ for 2 months, and then different ranges of heat for several more months each year🙄:(
And no, it is NOT always a dry heat.
My BF absolutely loves it and plays golf year-round, while never even wearing anything but shorts and sandals on a daily basis😎...
I am simply done, after 9 years,
and heading back to Nevada and my beloved COLD Sierra Nevada Mtns❄🏔☃️~:)
I just hope the Mountains of Tennessee and so on don't start looking like Brazil.
Only someone from california or NYC would think rent is cheap in florida
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How about Oregon where I live? Was paying $1900 a month for a one bedroom 500 sq ft apartment. People who have lived all their lives in Florida have no idea how much more expensive it is throughout most of the country.
@@derekschott5209 1900 dollars for a 500 square foot apartment.
Exactly...Im in iowa ...475 a month for my rent _ 2bdr
@@derekschott5209 but we don’t make the kind of money people from those expensive places make
I moved to Florida 9 years ago and have never regretted it. I’m done with the snow for life.
I hope to be like you...
The longer you stay the less you want to go back
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After eight years in Florida I moved to California (SF Bay Area). The average year round temp is about 62 degrees. Just how I like it. No snow.
@@barbaracronin4164 and that s a fact.
Florida used to be a nice cheap place to live, to many northern people moving in trying to make Florida the same as the place they left.
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I don’t believe that if your from up north
so now where do we go?
Yeah home prices have gone insane
@@hipmoma vote for better policies, you dam Ass!
I get that this video is almost a year old, but still a great video. As a native Floridian, there is 1 thing to add to your "things to do" list (if you haven't done so already): Florida has received multiple gold medals for having some of the best state parks in the country year over year. We have hundreds of natural springs in central/north FL, as well as our own national scenic hiking trail that runs from Big Cypress in the Everglades through Gulf Islands National Seashore on the panhandle... lots of outdoor activities here besides beaches and theme parks!
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Thank you Rotank. I am moving to FL, just don't no where yet
@@adermm That's KNOW . . . NOT no ! 💀
@@adermm Fl is already crowed and the cost of living has double while wages remain stagnant. Please consider going somewhere else
A lot of New Yorkers have moved to Miami and they bring their anger with them.
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That explains it!!!
New Yorkers also bring their racist Democrat attitudes.
@@GotoHere yep
I am a New Yorker looking to move. Rrrrrrrrrr..... 😜
No partying after 9 pm is a problem with moving to Naples, not a problem with moving to Florida.
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Ya Napels is like a retirement place lol mad old people. I hear its slowly charging but ya, no night life in Naples
Florida rob my son im from calif my son is in the. USAF. in tampa. he hook up with a girl from the varrio tamp shes got plenty of homegirls pretty girls i lost my son. his home is in tampa its hot humid he loves the beach im not moving to florida the best mexican food is in California. I grew up.in southern cal lived near the beaches redondo, huntington bch and newport seafood galore but this corona virus is jacked up and biden sucks
@@davidortega357 sounds like he likes it better mane. Caribbean food is really good. May have got him hooked lol but there's still good Mexican.
And how does Biden tie into this 🤔😂😂
@@vincentvega6932 because Biden is a joke 47 years and did nothing now they vote for him with dementia WOW this election was definitely stolen
People in Miami are angry because a lot of them are from where we're from brother, New York and New Jersey!!😂😂
As for driving in South florida, they're three types. Hispanics who learned to drive on donkeys in they're native countries. Old people who drive real slow. People from New York and New Jersey who will cut you off and clearly don't want to share the road. It makes things hell for people from anywhere else. I work at staying off toll roads/expressways.
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@@CultureEstate No problem, I'm thinking about moving to Tampa in a few years, so your site is very helpful. Be well.
Lol Agreed and I visited there
Wished I lived in Boca Grande , wow it’s nice there or Captiva
After having lived in Florida for over 40 years, I've seen it change drastically and I'm ready for a change. Summers are looong and oppressively hot and humid, to the point where I hibernate inside in the a/c for months.Too many crazy and rude people moving here from other states, traffic has become horrendous, I-4 and I-95 are death corridors and I-75 is clogged with semis going up and down the state, cost of living has sky rocketed, shortage of housing has become critical. Rents and prices of homes have become so expensive, regular mortals can't afford them anymore. Homeowners insurance has also skyrocketed. We pay about 3 times more in homeowners insurance than in other states.The pay down here, doesn't compensate for all the increases this state has experienced over the past few years. If you have a nice nest egg, you're one of the lucky ones, although most people who move here, don't, and they're struggling. If you find yourself on unemployment, the state pays a maximum of $275 a week. Oh, and education took a hit too. There is a severe teacher shortage in practically every county. I'm just glad, I no longer have children in the school system. Their teachers are underpaid, and have left in droves. You can garden here though almost year round, if that is your thing but the weeds are ubiquitous and pop up anywhere and everywhere, seemingly overnight and it's a continuous struggle to keep them at bay. The only thing I look forward to are the mild winters, all 2 months of it, if that. We do have mostly nice beaches though, but I'm over that too. Most of them are very crowded and parking is expensive now. Used to be able to park for free but that is no longer the case. If you live near the coast, the salt in the air from the ocean will quickly corrode your vehicles and a/c condensers like you wouldn't believe. Further inland, that's not a problem. We also have bugs the size of helicopters ;) bears wandering through neighborhoods because humans keep taking away their habitat, raccoons destroying your garden furniture, and for good measure, we'll throw in some venomous snakes and gators too.
I could of wrote this myself. You forgot about the red tide and the polluted septic tank they call beaches.
Agreed
I've reviewed living somewhere else I've lived here all my long life, and guess what we live in the most cost affected state you will pay more for housing and property taxes, etc. in all other states so try moving elsewhere if your complaining and you'll see we live on $2000 a month house is paid for! My husband and I said were so glad we live here! I know someone who has money lives in another state there accountant told them to buy a house in Florida if you want protection from estate taxes! And get other tax advantages. So really wished some ppl complaining would move out of state lol! Sure some areas in Florida I wouldn't live they are much more costly to live I live in the country thank goodness!! No one lives close to us 😊
Even floridians hate Florida.
I've been here 22 years and the change Florida has gone through has been for the worse.
Bye.
Do you need help packing ?
I moved to Naples, FL two years ago from London, UK. Huge improvement in quality of life, zero regrets. I wouldn't want to live anywhere else in the US.
I'm enjoying it here as well!
Unless you have been to all those places in all 50 states, how do you know?????
@@kevinjoseph517 Nowhere else in the US has perfect weather Nov-Mar including southern CA. So for me it's perfect.
I moved to Fort Myers last month and it’s way better than living near Phila
@David Andrews Spousal visa for me, without that it's not easy and you do indeed probably need to look at the business set up route. Most ex pats here that I know run local businesses that provide house related services to the super rich.
Florida’s greatest appeal is FREEDOM. And that’s huge in this day and age . Other than that , it’s an Air Conditioned Nightmare unless you love hot weather and flip flops
I do!
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what freedom vs where ?
Flip flops and shorts all year!! Left MI 30 years ago and NEVER looked back. Another day in paradise! AC works great and you get used to the heat. My many broken bones require warm weather! Lol
On the contrary David. Florida is no different than those states which border it to the north, Georgia and Alabama. It’s a conservative “Southern Police State” where adults enjoy much LESS freedom than other places. Are you allowed “recreational marijuana” to add some enjoyment to life? Are you allowed to end your life (Death with Dignity Act) if you have a terminal disease? Florida is not at all for those who cherish freedom.
Yes homeowners associations are truly the worse. There will always be those "condo cops".
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HOA’s suck! My mom lived in one at WGV,n those cookie cutter houses and their silly ass rules and fines I could never deal with. I’m glad it works for some ppl :)
That kinda “living” would bee my worst nightmare❤️
HOAs are the same everywhere, look nice if you don't live there or you just stay inside all day. Control freaks move to HOAs, been there, done that, never again-especially with kids!
They're damned Nazis.
I have HOA and what I hate the most is when renters don’t obey
Moved to Florida in 1987. I don't miss digging my car out of the snow, although the summers have been very hot in the last few years. The other 9 months are great. I live in Central Florida but the beach is only about 1 to 2 hrs away. Overall I still love living here. 💕
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where in Central are you? I am close to the Cape
I moved from New York City to Clearwater Fl and I would NEVER go back. Fortunately, our area seems to dodge the hurricanes. Only 1 serious storm in 15 years.
after this comment, 100k people moving to Clearwater! lol
@@CultureEstate trust me. It’s getting crowded down here. 😂
Yeah...but you have to dodge Scientologists.
@@silentbanshee4869 just ignore them. We all do. Lol
Lol. I moved from Cleveland to Palm Harbor, and my mom stays in Clearwater. I absolutely love it and she's home sick. lol. We are protected from hurricanes by the Seminoles. I did my research before coming.
I moved to Florida in 2008 from Ohio and it was wise decision for the fact that you don't have mess with ice and snow
I agree! I'll take the heat over the snow any day
Ohioan currently taking my vitamins because the lack of sunshine 😭
@@danimk08 ha, I’m from Ohio too. Another dang grey day!!!
Getting crowded
That’s where my sister resides now in Hamilton Ohio
So funny😂 i just came across this vid, i moved there last yr, and bought a condo, within 1 month i put my condo on the market, I couldn’t stand the traffic, and some of the people who live and ran my condo Association. I don’t mind it for vacation I actually like it, but I will never live there again, I would rather have a cabin and land away from everyone
Yes, I do not like living around so many people. Privacy is extremely important and its underrated!
Agree nice place to visit but not to live.
Probably you pick wrong town to buy your condo...
@@vmxx345 maybe but i only had so much money
@@JerseyStyle7 where did you move to? where is it better?
I moved to FL. from CT. 26 years ago, I never have regretted it, not for one day. It's a nice, slower life. Peace.
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How many different cities have you lived in?
Good for you for being respectful to the elders. Sometimes us older folks dont feel well and we are cranky.
It can be difficult sharing close amenities with “ strangers “, but I do feel we need to go a little further with boundaries. If
everyone ate while roaming could get messy. The toys on the other hand are what pools are for! LOL!
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Please stop filling Florida with cranky boomers who give natives funny looks. Stay in Ohio and stop making crap more expensive for everyone else.
@@viktordickinson7844 There very few “native” Floridians.
@@viktordickinson7844 agreed
I lived in FL for six year afternoon early retirement. Idid not like the weather. People that move to Fl say they love the wheather but then they live indoors and turn the airconditioning on (60 degrees or lower) .Outside the weather can be in the nineties most of the year with high humidity. Every bug is out to get you! I'm back in the northeast loving the snow! FL is not for everyone! Take care and be safe
You got that right they don’t go outside in the summer at all. Nice to visit but not to live. My mom and dad move there over 20 yrs ago and my dad love it and my mom hated it. And she made his life miserable until the end what a mistake it turn into.
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In Tampa, the ave high temp is only 81.7. There are only two months when the ave hits 90. I find that fat people can't handle heat. If you're thin, 80-90 degrees is comfortable.
@@darylfoster7944 It not only the temperature it also the humidity that is the worse part. The only people that come out in the summer for the most part are people on vacation. I been to Florida over 20 times there just isn’t nothing special about it. Unless your by the water not much to look at either. The woods and trees are ugly nothing except for Palm trees can take the heat nothing good can grow with the heat and little water. Don’t get me wrong it not the worst place to be it just wouldn’t be my number one choice. People go there one time on vacation and than move instead of checking other places out first. Check a few states out than decide for sure if your retiring what’s the hurry.
I've lived near Collier county for 10+ years and salute you for the accurate assessment of Florida living. I'm from coastal Virginia and would never leave Florida. I only wish I had relocated long ago, because I've never been happier.
It sounds like New Yorkers moving to Miami have brought anger with them.
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Most Yankees moving hear bring their bs with them. Leave that garbage back in the state you’re running from lol.
@@SnookOnTheFly yes! We are in an area with a lot of Northerners who migrate down for winters and so many are rude and obnoxious!
The way traffic is now a days only a sadomasochist wouldn't be angry. And ita not really the New yorkers, i went to New York foe the 3d time maybe 2 years ago and compared to Miami, i thought everyone nice n decent. No lie. So that either shows you NY is nicer or w/e these days or that Im so used to a level hostility that I think NY is nice place with some kool people lol idk which is which!?
Also they brought those no logical, absurd ideas they have, that destroyed New York. They are moving the De Blasio no sense ideas in a well governed State.
Those of us that live in Florida from years, we want it to stay as it is: a conservative low crime, low taxes, safe State.
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Low crime?
I’m a leftist moving to Florida in a couple months 💙💙💙
Low crime is not true. FL is not for everyone. I never liked it, too hot and I never felt safe, even inside my own home.
@@yupdani7929 Dont do it. Trust me. Unless youre white. Theres A LOT of passive racism in here.
I'm coming to Ft Myers tomorrow. Going to look around and see where I might want to live in 2 years when I retire. Anytime I've been to Florida in my lifetime, I didn't want to leave.
I always felt the same way as well, and when coming back I felt at home
I just moved to Lakeland - no regrets..
There is better state than Florida it to hot in the summer
@Savetime Mann I left CA 20 years ago and I’m never going back!!!
Try Estero or Bonita Springs.
Very well done video sir.
I'm from florida, I grew up in St petersburg. Maybe it's because I spent most of my life here, but I look forward to moving someplace cooler. The summers here are oppressively hot and long. I find that I hardly leave the house for many months in a row causing me to be gaining weight and feeling unhealthy. I've lived for short times in more mountainous areas and that suits me better as I am very into the outdoors. There's no good hiking in florida. There is walking and sweating in sand looking at pretty much the same geographic features continually. There's no real diversity unless you go up to maybe the spring Hill area. If all you want to do is sit on the beach, go boating or fishing, then this might be for you, but if you enjoy camping and hiking you're going to be soon disappointed. The one thing I do love about Florida is the freshwater springs! All of our glorious springs are simply magical experiences, but now with so many people moving here, they are often way too crowded to enjoy. Still worth kayaking down the weeki wachee River though!
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Yes...summers go on for 6 months...also the whole State is just a huge sand bar at sea level that jets out in the ocean. Not much culture nor scenery. It is like living on a barge. People commoniy complain of shear bordem. Ok you have the beach....more sand...sand, really!lets go where there is more sand and sit there while the blinding angry sun pounds down on you...lol There is nothing here but CVS...Walgreens...Cosco...lol...
Florida is paradise for some and a pure nightmare for others. It's a great place to retire and die...oh. then you get attacked by the bugs..oh I forgot the ants misquotes..no see ums lots of bugs...lol
I live in Orlando and visit St Petes often,the heat does not bother me,we only have 3 months of heat really,compared to 9 months of cold in the north..You would like Perry Florida from what i read about your lifestyle.
@@neilcharles2520 the heat and boredom and the retired boomers and the Red Tide are deal breakers for me....and the bugs...getting sun burned...sweating...humidity...
@@stevewalther2293 Now you have a new mayor that's a Dem and was put in there to oppose everything our governor do...what a ahame.
Your video is excellent and right on , i was very worried at first and undecided about moving to Florida after looking at a lot of videos so i rented a condo in a recommended area where i liked that was relatively safe and lived for six months , during this time i traveled a lot to various parts and stayed sometimes a week or so i also made a long list of all the pros and cons of living here as opposed to the state where i left and also what my preferences are which helped me a lot with my relocation decision , the point is what's ok for you may not be for someone else , Florida is not perfect by any means but i absolutely love it here and i am happy with my decision to make it my home .
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Great tip! I’m oscillating between Orange beach & FL so might do what you did.
Thank you for your video. I agree with your comments. I am trucker and after having been driving all over the country I can tell you Florida is one of the worst states for driving but the best for living. The weather here is absolutly amazing and people are mostly friendly. I am living in Jacksonville (NE Florida)and I think it's a perfect place , all you need to do is choose a calm , quite and clean neighborhood.
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Florida is humid though. Mosquitos and beetles. I would say Cali has nicer weather.
I'm a
retirednurse and living in fla is a nightmare work wise!!! Very,very seasonal! Especially in summer! I know alot of people who workv3-4 jobs in the 'season in order to make it thru the year!!!
@Donald Donald I recommend you Jacksonville Beach or Pontevedra.
@@KayDejaVu Florida has not State taxes....and California has high State taxes...
Been living here since '99 and yea Florida drivers are a different breed of humans. My driving style is mostly defensive
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I notice when you drive a fast car, a certain type of other drivers get very aggressive and want to challenge you on the road. It's ridiculous.
@@tmmartinesq.6216
No we want you to actually drive. Not sight see everywhere you go.
This has been a helpful video. My mother, sister, brother in law, and I have considered moving south together. It's good to know the best things to consider before such a move since none of us have mad a big move outside of the state before. Thank you.
👋🏼 Moved from California but originally from NYC. Relocated 2 yrs ago to Clearwater! While the beach is beautiful, not impressed with homes of which the majority are old, have water and mold damage, and overpriced. While there is no State tax here in Fl., prices are in line for food, clothing, and other goods with both my two previous states. Thus, while I am not thrilled with Fl., I do love the beach….and make it a point to go to the beach several times a week! Tampa, Clearwater, Kissimmee, Orlando, Miami, and Broward Counties home and rental properties are overpriced for not very good homes/neighborhoods. Appreciate your video!
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You're tire of the beaches soon.
Plus and minus for any state. People move without doing real research and find out they don't like it as much as they thought. Now moving for climate change I can understand.
here is the fix, you could always build. It's a much cheaper option if you do steel frame. Not only are steel frame structures quicker and most convenient to build, but they are also cheaper and easier to maintain. Unlike other building material options, steel frame units are most often thought of as a one-time cost.
Frm Cali, thinking about it..
rents are def not cheap for the everyday person! if you make 6 digits yes!
Rents are getting out of control everywhere, I own apartments in NJ that cost more than rent in Naples, lol
@catmodelt It is ok, enjoy it while you can. maybe they will figure out how to dry it by then.
@catmodelt they've been saying it's gonna be underwater for over 30 years lol it hasn't changed.
@catmodelt They have been saying that over 100 years.
Problem is people from up North buy property then want to rent for Northern rent. The majority of people here don't make much money per hour that's why they aren't happy - they can't earn a livable wage to pay northern rent prices, it is cheaper to own than rent due to out of state people buying up property. The unemployment isn't low - Florida only provides 12 weeks of unemployment instead of 26 weeks like most states - they can only count you as unemployed if you are actively collecting, if you have not found a job after 12 weeks your homeless and unemployed but not counted. It isn't low - fake manipulation - tourist state.
Oh, I forgot to add....for most of the year you cannot take your dog anywhere if you have to leave him or her in the car for even a minute! Too hot to walk your dog. Too hot on the pavement for doggie paws. Lack of comfort for my dog is a main issue for me.
I can see how that would be a problem for our furry friends
Buy a Cabrio
I wouldn't let pets hold me back from moving to FL. I'm moving there with no pets at all and will be renting and won't be paying oet fees and don't have to worry about all the rentals that aren't pet friendly. Life is too short to let pets rule and run your like. Get a cat instead because they are more dependent and you don't have to babysit them like dogs.
Plus alligators will eat your dogs...
The title of your video caught my attention. I moved to Panama City in 1986...from New Jersey!! I loved it here from the very first day! I've been through many hurricanes, two which severely damaged my home...Michael actually destroyed it. Still, I would rather go through a home damaging hurricane every 20 years than go through Winter every year.
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sharpen your spine
I am planning on moving to Florida and this comment really settle my decision!
Amen. A hurricane every couple years doesn't not justify freezing your butt off EVERY year.
@@user-ms4ef8xz9t You GET it!!
Miami looks and feels great in TV and in movies...or if you are wealthy and live in a bubble. The rest of the common folk need to deal with the homeless, the crime and the high prices of the area.
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I lived in Florida for 16 years, In 2010, I moved to Colorado, and I have no regrets, I'm better with 4 seasons
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where in Colorado? its so expensive
That’s interesting. Sane people are fleeing crazy expensive repressive CO and moving to WY or the Dakotas.
A lot of people in CO want to move to AZ.
@@dmurphy7951 I'm moving from Colorado to FL the housing market is crazy but with education you'll find great jobs and it's beautiful. This isnt the Northeast our weather is absolutely perfec with beautiful mountain views. I just can't imagine living in a place where it's summer 8 months....well I guess I don't have to as I'm moving there. Reluctantly. I'm so sad about it.
Naples is for the rich and the old.
I knew I was getting old, that explains it. The rich part I'm working on
@@CultureEstate u r young
The average age in Naples Florida is now 45 years old with two children. It has completely changed since moving here 29 years ago. They can't build enough schools for all ages.
Great video! I moved from Cleveland to Palm Harbor (5 mins from Clearwater, 20 mins from Tampa, St.Pete, etc) and I LOOOOOVE it. I love the heat, the humidity, the palm trees, all the different birds and wildlife, the sun, the open sky, the vibe, all that. I researched this area and it's not really prone to getting hurricanes like around the other FL areas. The cost of living is not bad, but I did notice that jobs don't pay as much as they do up north, so best to have a skill or degree. The people can be alittle crazy, but they are generally very friendly in this area. It's like everyone is on vacation. I wouldn't trade it for the world honestly.
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theStallioness .. when I drove up to Palm Harbor there were some areas that were really beautiful but I remember getting gas for my car on a main strip and there were too many adult shops together in one section ... it had a sleeazy feeling ; I couldn't wait to get back in the car ... this was back in 2012 .
Me and my girl are thinking about moving to Florida from Michigan! Tired of this weather ! I grow up in Florida when I was younger and always went back to visit! My parents moved there twice !!!!! I need a change in my life ! Lol 🙏gets depressing up here soon as October comes lol
The people in Miami came from NY and of course brought their anger with them.
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And their voting patterns, that's why they have a homeless problem...
@@carroyo911 there's a homeless problem for the same way LA has one. People move here with a "movie" type idea and mindset of fun in the sun and acting or whatever and quickly discover that life in Miami is rough and drugs are prevalent and, well u see where im going with that. Also south Florida and Miami have the highest mental health problem rate in the country and the lowest budget to deal with it and well, many homeless have mental health issues
@Sal Spencer exactly
Well said but u can tell New Yorkers
You made a great move buddy. I moved out of NY and headed out west to Arizona. Best move of my life the weather is gorgeous 9 months a year except summer
I lived in Pensacola for a few months when I was in the Navy. Its too humid for me. Its bad really bad.
I'm with Robert, I'm an Arizona girl (transplant). The heat can be intense, but dry heat is so much easier to tolerate than FL humid heat. Plus, where I'm at, it's an easy 4 hour road trip to the Mexican Baja..long white sand beaches, warm crystal clear water. Friendly people, great food and culture..love it down there...easy trip in the spring and fall. Also, where I live is a short trip to the snow in the winter for winter sports. It's got it all.
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@catmodelt is it safe 2 camp with all the poisonus wildlife ?
@catmodelt is good for china people 2 go theres ?
I have lived in Sarasota for more than 26 years. From my experience, I will live in Florida another 26 more years if I can
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Sarasota is one of the few nice areas of Florida. But it's expensive to live there.
@@debbiescott6732 no to bad , There are other cities more expensive , but you are right
I am moving to Florida. I am from Louisiana so I use to hurricanes and floods. Here I come !! Excited about no state taxes.
When the Jersey guy tells you that people in a certain city are angry, take it to the bank.
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I would say that goes for all of the Northeast.
I would not live in Florida if you gave me a free house!! I live on the west coast and even though very pricey it is worth it..
@@ameliaerin1544 so if you lived in a land locked state, you would most likely reconsider?
Does New Jersey feel trapped between PA. and NY?
I live in Tampa and I’m a realtor as well. I love Florida unfortunately everyone is figuring that out. Traffic is getting crazy. Great video.
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Checking out the competition? 😋😂
Thank You! Great video.
Yes you did. I’ve been stuck here for 24 years. I speak from personal experience. 100 degrees and being eaten by mosquitoes all year, really sucks. I can’t wait to leave. I will say that politically it’s awesome though. Ron DeSantis has been doing a great job!
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@Saša Š New Hampshire.
I don’t understand why people keep complaining about mosquitoes in the comments. I live in the FL panhandle and I never get bit by mosquitoes.
@@sherrydalton6516 I don’t believe it. You’re aware that a tropical climate is a mosquito’s paradise?
please leave...
I think the reason why people are always angry in Miami is because whatever they do cause so much more and if you have to circle for an hour to get parking and have to make a booking wherever you go it becomes really uncomfortable I would highly recommend you to try the area fort Lauderdale far more like that same environment just so much nicer people in general
Moved here from Michigan in 2004, took a minute to get use to the culture here. The first 2 years were the toughest, but now, I dont regret it 1 bit.
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A lot less snow than Michigan I am from Michigan and I have been thinking about moving to Florida
@Saša Š Actually, my Best Friend is HS was Latino, his Family owned a Grocery Store, we use to go to the migrant camps to sell food, so I learned Spanish, before learning Spanish was cool.
@@jbthebird6772 you wont regret it trust me i moved to michigan due marrying but i have always hated michigan cannot wait to go back to FL.
@@jbthebird6772 Free public colleges and universities in Florida!
Great video!
The good aspects of living in Florida: Weather, beaches, taxes. It is a great place to learn to fly an airplane or join a flying club if you already have a license. Going on the beach on New Years eve is a blast. Same with Christmas. Lots of fresh seafood. If you have kids they will learn to swim in no time.
The bad : Wages are much lower, it is best to have a job lined up before you move there. You will be shocked how little you are paid unless you have your own business like the presenter. Many people do not like children as the presenter mentioned. Many retirees apparently move to get away from their children and don't like yours. Many didn't like mine. Stay away from HOAs the rules will drive you crazy. It's very flat.
I wish I still lived there but there's an old Yiddish saying, Man makes plans, and G_d laughs. Good luck to everyone!
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Yes the pay cut is enough to make me want to move elsewhere. It doesn’t match cost of living at all
Dance...yeah, the Proverbs have some wise sayings about plans also, ""In his heart a man plans his course, but the LORD determines his steps." "Many are the plans in a man's heart, BUT it is the LORD'S purpose that prevails." "All a man's ways seem innocent to him, BUT motives are weighed by the LORD." "To man belongs the plans of the heart, BUT from the LORD comes the reply of the tongue." "A man's steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand his own way?" Hope this helps someone.
The minimum wage is super low but there are more open positions than people available so the average salary is way higher.
@@Zelielz1 that’s a lie but ok
Very helpful review! As someone who grew up and is still in NJ, I can't tell how insightful this is. Our boys are 8 and are resistant, but my wife and I are trying to do what's best for our family. Thank you for making this.
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Moving to Florida with young kids is a mistake!! Alot of places are overtly kid negative!!!! Plus,the schools are awful!!!
It's best to move before they're teens and really can give u a hard time. Depending in where u move, florida doesn't have the best rep as gar as education is concerned so that's definitely something to consider. RESEARCH the school systems where you're considering. I love in the tampa area and that's tons of schools but u gotta pick the right one.
@@bs4real A aaa
@@bs4real I have done the move, but truth be told I would not have done it if I had young children. New Jersey has a better school system. That is just my believe.
Exposure to a large number of mold spores may cause allergic symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, itching, coughing, wheezing, difficulty breathing, headache, and fatigue.
👉 Repeated exposure to mold can increase a person's sensitivity, causing more severe allergic reactions.
I live in the panhandle area in a nice quiet neighborhood and I would never trade it for a big city. Because I love 2 car garage and big driveway and your neighbors is an acre away.
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i visited milton not far from Pensacola Is that where you live?
@@dmurphy7951 close about 20 min from there
We have been here 16 months and we LOOOOVE it
Did you move to Naples?
Where do you live? Did you mean just Florida or Naples?
Thank you for the information. I’m moving down to St. Augustine from Philadelphia and I can’t wait. I’ve been to St. Augustine many times since the late 70s and I’m so excited that this time I will be staying. My brother lives in Port Charlotte and absolutely loves it there. So, I’ll be seeing you soon and can’t wait to establish myself as a Floridian. 🥰🐬🐟🐠🐡🦀🏝🏖
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I live in South Florida and that is one place that I have never visited but congratulations I would love to live in St Augustine it is beautiful and you do get better weather
LIBERALS KEEP MOVING TO REPUBLICAN STATES... FUNNY......
How did the move to St Augustine work out?
Mould is a type of fungus. - living microorganisms that form colonies to spread through contact and humid environments. Mould and bacteria are members of different kingdoms in nomenclature.
There is no medication to treat mold exposure.
My advice to you as someone who moved here 6 years ago, when you got out under the sun, put on sunscreens.
Yeah... I was young when I went on vacation there and I got sunburn. It's been so many years since I've been there and I'm looking to move there next summer
Sunscreen is toxic
@@annmarie1689 So is skin cancer.
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Very thoughtful video and I appreciate your honesty in the "pro's/con's" of moving & living in Florida. I've lived all over (45 moves total) and I'm currently looking for a place to "put down roots" too. I have to say I'm terrified of making the "wrong" decision because I also have a special needs son - almost 18 - and so the life I make will be for him also. So many things to consider, but again, I appreciate your video and the thoughtful commentary you bring to it. :)
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I don't know if you've made your decision, but I am a native Floridian that is no longer in the state, but has a lot of family still there. Please make sure you look into what kind of support there is for your son if you move there. In my experience, there is very little help unless you are willing to pay out of pocket or have very very good insurance. Medicaid and medicare in FL ranks very low in the country for disabled people.
After years of snow and ice in Indiana, my wife and I moved to a small town near Orlando two years ago. You make some very good points in your video, but I'll add a couple of negatives. First and most of all, not only are the summers extremely hot and humid, but the mosquitoes are horrible. To make it even worse, both my wife and I have actually developed what they call skeeter syndrome -- we have allergic reactions to mosquito bites with constant itching. Second, except for the snow and ice I really truly miss the seasons, especially beautiful cool fall weather. The only cool weather down here occurs in January and part of February -- fall is still hot hot hot. Quite frankly, I'm ready to sell the house and move back north, maybe buy a condo and let somebody else shovel the show. But I'm tired of Florida and it's heat and those horrible mosquitoes.
What ?
I live on the west coast, north of St. Pete, we rarely have a mosquito, of course we have a great mosquito control system the county has.
@@commonsense8012 How do they do that? If there is a mosquito control system, it means that they are doing mass spraying of pesticides. That means that every person and animal is breathing in pesticides. I am not positive but I don't think that would be good for anyone, over time.
Stay away from the water, don’t buy near any lake 👆we do not have mosquitoes but live in a quiet suburban area in Broward County.
Go for it, FloriDUH is extremely overrated 👎
Some people can't do the weather, but the spring is short and the fall really extends into November.if you live near water, there will be mosquitoes, but if you live in a city, they generally spray for mosquitoes and you can get good sprays for your arms and legs. If you have rainwater trapped in flower pots etc, you will be breeding your own. Dump out any standing water. For comparison, if you travel to the Everglades, the mosquitos will carry you away. Also, since Florida is a long state, the weather is very different, as you head north. Good luck!
I lasted 3 weeks in Sarasota 3 years ago. After that, I needed to get back to a major city - or at least close to one, a little bit of coolth, and to be somewhere I could wear real clothes instead of shorts and a t-shirt 24/7/365. There's a lot to like about Florida, but I couldn't live there full time.
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I've been in Naples for the last 3 years. I like living here, but I also have lived in Bonita Springs & Estero, both are a very short drive (15-30 minutes) from Naples. In my opinion, Naples may be the most "elite", but the other two are just as close to the water, and are equally as enjoyable if not quite as wealthy.
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I was born in Florida, I still love it, iv lived in Alaska, Hawaii, Washington State and Atlanta Georgia, Get me Florida anything of the week.
Wow, really even over Hawaii? I've only experienced the island of Oahu in the tourist area but I'm happy to hear I made a good decision. I love it more and more everyday, not sure if its because Naples is beautiful but it feels like home. Thank you for watching and the awesome comment!
Destin/Ft Walton girl, here! 7th generation! Momma dragged us all over, & we went all over, the country! She always dragged us back. Said she couldn't get the sand out of her shoes! Neither could we! There's no place like home! We're all back, now. Momma was the 2nd last home. After 20 yrs, she just took off to Orlando! She'll be back in a year or two! My sister was gone for almost 30 yrs. She's been back for 10 yrs. She's fixing to take off, again, I think.
I'm leaving Florida for Georgia. After nearly thirty years I'm ready to make Georgia my new home for many decades possibly. I miss the cooler whether, hills and mountains. But I guess I'll see.
@@angelabarnes7588 any hurricanes over by you?
@@SamanthaSweetAnne Not at the moment. Season is June to November. But I've got my supplies restocked from the last two!
Florida morning used to be my favorite vacation spot (Ft. Lauderdale, Miami area) but he is right, Miami is not at all what it used to be, which is really sad. I love the changing of the seasons, sweater weather and cannot stand hot, humid weather beyond the summer months; can’t breathe when in it.
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Miami is a big international city. In the past 20 years it grew so much. We know that big city are fun but not really safe.
@@LauraRonchetti I only heard it rough plus many ethnic areas . Tip : learn Spanish in Florida.
@@speedracer1945 I have lived in Miami and I speak Spanish. Plus what the ethnic areas have to do with it? There are ethnic areas pretty much in every cities, small and big.
@@LauraRonchetti you live there so you know the turf many dont so just informing others it helps to speak Spanish since some dont speak English though many are bilingual. Its a advantage , so stop taking it personal !
i moved to south florida from NJ a few decades ago. It was beautiful then but hear it is super crowded and built up now and not all that inexpensive anymore. I think they are angry in Miami because too many outsiders are moving there. I live on the west coast for a few decades now and thinking about moving back to florida but on the west coast now. i do not want to leave where i am now but it has become extremely unaffordable and the homeless problem is huge and frightening.
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Bought a Condo in Naples, I had to work with low pay. Lived through many hurricanes and hated the heat and humidity. 13yrs. I was stuck there, finally went back home "Chicago". Now I'm happy again and no more hurricane
Thanks for sharing! I hope not to go back the Jersey personally but only time will tell
Hurricanes are gross that's why I left some years ago! And never looked back! BYE!!!
Moved down there in the late seventies when my parents went there to eventually retire......having grown up in the Chicago area there so much of a culture shock, I only made it for a year before running back to the big city. Although they tried for years to get me back there I absolutely refused, would rather live in a cultured environment than a state with such stupid people. Their healthcare sucks, they try their best to funnel the elderly into nursing homes by over drugging them (my personal experience with my mom, who I also had to bring back to Chicago to save her).
Chicago? 52 people shot last weekend in Chi Town! Snow and bitter cold winds! And Illinois is bankrupt!
Ted Joseph what's your point?? ❤Chicago, always have and always will. Don't knock it till you've tried it
I used to live in Clearwater, I loved it and miss it.
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Moved to Hollywood FL form Perth Amboy NJ in 2001, never looked back and no regret
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@Shawny Monique to be honest in my opinion, Hollywood Florida is great. I never been in CA, but compared with other states that I have been Hollywood is by far the best
Ive visited Florida 3 times in my life and its quite beautiful and clean.. Thank you for this video since ive been pondering getting a property in Florida since im planning my retirement
I moved to Tampa FL from Houston TX in 2014. Overall I’ve enjoyed it but it has come with some huge downsides. The Tampa Bay Area is very obviously a growing economy which means finding a good paying job isn’t hard; we have some of the best colleges in the state; average age is mid-30s which is young compared to the rest of the state; crime is lower than the national average.
One thing I noticed though is that non-natives outweigh the number of natives in Tampa and honestly the northerners are generally rude, I definitely had to develop much thicker skin here than what I had back in Texas; also, drivers suck terribly and that’s reflected on our insurance rates; buying a home down here was also a huge pain for me because investors (mostly out of state ones) come down here, buy up all the good properties - especially ones by any beach, lake, or pond - and rent them out. If you earn an average salary here, good luck with buying a home, you’re gonna need it; also, my HOA sucks, I see no tangible benefits from paying $300/month to the HOA.
I think you need to make a video, sounds like you have a ton of info to share!
@@CultureEstate in hindsight, my comment seems a bit negative but I can assure you I’ve enjoyed it here more than not, northerners included who helped me develop a liking for hockey lol.
Insurance can be so high for homes and cars because of the weather hurricanes and flooding. And they’re idiots everywhere rural areas sometimes are the worst. It a different kind of people moving in rural areas now. So many don’t like being by people don’t want neighbors some real idiots they don’t want you to step one foot on there property. Not like the old days where they use to watch out for each other.
@@ratj4715 Inbreeding will be the Downfall of Florida. 🤣
I tried living in Florida and moved to Orlando for six months in 1999, but the humidity, bugs, traffic, road construction everywhere, and old folks driving 20 MPH in the left lane got on my nerves. Florida is nice to visit in the Winter, but I would never want to live there.
Orlando sucks.
good to know
why do you say that? I have friends who think the world of it
Stayed in Orlando 3 mos. Winter Park. My friend let me stay at her rental. That was ok but the humidity, roaches yuck...in the summer the air so thick
Construction on the streets a pain...Could not wait to get back to Los Angeles...2013.
i love orlando
It's like anywhere else you need to be in the right location/town/development. The Keys, Naples/Marco island, and many other areas are beautiful
Very true
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I'm a native Floridian but moved away 30 years ago. Planning to move back home. I'm from north Florida, totally different from south Florida in terms of culture and cost of living. I don't care about hurricanes, Gators. The annoyances to me is the bugs, flying cockroaches and skeeters. Heat, humidity, traffic. I miss the ocean and the cons are worth it.
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I wanna go back home but you’re absolutely right, its not the same. Miami is not the same and people are angry and frustrated there. I think its a series of things
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I never paid attention of how rude we could be here in South Florida. South Florida is not like Central Florida or Northern Florida. Well, I realize this when I was visiting in Georgia and everyone there would just say hi to me as I walk by. I felt like I was so rude because greeting them was the furthest thing on my mind. I guess it’s because we are mostly indoors when it’s so hot. I don’t know why. Maybe also because it’s getting over crowded and it’s too hot to deal with people. Got to work on being nice. Another thing is people from New England are hard to deal with and Canadians. Nothing against you if you are from there but man you guys make me lose my patience. Florida is not bad. You just have to find your spot. I would avoid the cities. Not very safe and too many tourists. Plus, it’s more expensive.
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Canadians are not rude!
I lived in Palm Beach for 20 years and left to move back to Tampa where I lived the first 30 years of my life. South FL sucks!
When we were in Miami in a nice restaurant, the waiter told us “I know you are southern because you are nice” so I got that feeling.
I lived in New York City where in addition to the annual federal income tax I paid huge annual state income tax. On top of those taxes I also paid a Hugh city income tax. Moreover, NYC sales and excise taxes are even more than outside the city limits. Florida has NO state or local income tax.
With respect to Miami, it may not be everyone’s cup of tea. A great alternative is nearby Fort Lauderdale.
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Agreed! Im in Manhattan now and i lose 50% of my income with all the taxes combined. NY State and City tax and add sales taxes, road tolls, and you lose half your income. its insane and not worth it IMO. Im going to be looking at Dallas, Denver, or somewhere Florida.
No local tax ? Really ? thats huge !
RENT IS INSANE! You must have an income of $70,000.00 a year. I have to move. My rent for the month is $550.00 a week. Can you afford that? Saved enough to get out of here!
Florida is the ONLY place to live! Can’t beat the outdoor life, the low taxes, the opportunities, the down to earth people, and the freedom (except Miami it’s another country) it is true America! Good video bro! Let’s keep Florida free and Awesome!
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I love FL. but I will tell you that the summers are like being in a Sauna, so if you can be up north for at least 4 months out of 6 months of summer, durring the summer that might help you. But don't let the humidity of the summers sway you, because there are so many sunny days year long in this beautiful state, and great sunsets all the time and rainbows are commen here. I stay year round Because I can't afford to go back and forth. In Michigan I used to have to work all winter long outside in construction and hated it. Grey skies about 28 days of every month in MI. Life is much easier here in the winter of course compared to scraping ice off your windsheild every morning up north. If you like nature and wildlife, there are many cool birds here that you won't find up north and your Kids may like this too. There are far fewer Hurricanes that hit the gulf coast side, ( the last one was Charlie in 2004 and Erma about 3 years ago. then you can go 10 years before a hurricane hits the gulf side. Usually if they go around the southern tip of FL. then they out and away to TX. or LA. You have plenty of prep time. I don't listen to the TV news much durring Hurricanes, It's Best to just bookmark the NHC site (national hurricane center) for best info. first hover mouse over storm for a bit of info, then click on the storm for travel cone info , then got the dicussion page link. Florida is worth it, Enjoy your life here Bro.
Thank you so much for all the kind words and for sharing your story. I really appreciate it!
@@CultureEstate I have lived on both coasts of Florida and a friend lived inland near Leesburg. Inland or the east side of the state have more of a problem with humidity most of the year. The Gulf coast doesn't have that problem most of the year. In summer is definitely very, very hot but the humidity is usually isn't as bad EXCEPT after the PM thunderstorms in the afternoon and evenings. Then the humidity is thick enough to cut with a knife, you can literally see it in the air. Just do like the life long Floridians do, go from air conditioning to air conditioning for four months.
I moved to Orlando Fl from California back in 2006. NO REGRETS. Miami reminds me of L.A.! I'm from Argentina & I noticed Mexicans are more cordial BUT "some" Cubans & Porticans here are always pissed or out to get you. In my area there is no mask craziness. My sister-in-law is from Cuba & she agrees with me. Get out of Miami, you'll be more relaxed in Orlando.
Thank you for the advise, I'm sure the viewers who see this video will appreciate the information. Happy New Year!
ORLANDO?? You mean the people’s republic of? Filled with liberals? No thanks. Hundreds of smaller towns all over the state where we have MAGA country. Real people not phony liberals with despicable lifestyles
@@MAGAWARRIORS2 maga is gone, you still have that stomach pain, lol,lol
I just moved to Orlando, I agree!
@@peterkent1582 Oviedo, Winter Park & my personal favorite (living now) Christmas Florida. Big property and agricultural in some parts. Also very cheap, 30 minutes from downtown by Hwy.
Depends where you live. I live and grew up (native) on the beach.
My house and rental condos my father originally purchased on the beach. #NothingCompares
Miami, Orlando, Jax are for the northern transplants, not a true depiction of so many of our beautiful quiet beach communities.
And , if you don’t like no state tax, low cost of living, etc, #GoBack to wherever you came from.
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I'm trying to find this beautiful QUIET beach communities. Where are they?
I am sorry you encountered hurricane Ian. I have lived in FL nearly all my life. Lived thru many hurricanes. They are not all CAT 4 or 5's. Pay your insurance. Every thing can be replaced.
If you prepare before the season, you will be fine. I have lived in Orlando for four years and I love it.
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After 20 years of looking (not a typo), finally bought a townhouse for retirement on the beach in NE Florida. Design is off the ground 8ft with all concrete construction and 4 concrete decks with first level parking for 2 vehicles and hurricane shutters. I actually think the Gulf coast is prettier, but the hurricane damage there seems more severe due to the warm gulf waters intensifying storms. I have the best of both worlds with the ability to drive to Gulf coast in less than 3 hours, catch a train to Miami, drive 1 1/2 hours to Orlando, but have a peaceful place at the beach. Not going to miss driving to work in the snow one bit!!
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Awesome & congrats on your purchase. I’m in the same state - debating between Orange beach vs Florida. If you don’t mind asking, did you go with a realtor to help narrow down properties? Thanks!
@@sunitjoshi3573 yes after the first failed purchase offer, I connected with a realtor and told him what I was looking for (area and price range/neighborhood) and for the next few years, every time a property meeting my request came on the market, the agent had an email list, he sent out to his clients…took awhile, but it worked
@@sunitjoshi3573 contacted a local agent..,told him what/where I was looking for, and for several years, had him send me each new listing in his email grouping …took awhile to get it, and am doing yearly leases until I’m ready to move there myself
@@josephdebes3060 Thanks! Makes sense…l’ll try this route too.
St Augustine doesn't have a great night life...the place that has a good night life is FT Lauderdale and south of that...
Only college kids need a night life....
Your right about that I go no where.
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Miami is the only place that I’ve been robbed
I’ve been here 19 years not one regret. The problem now is so many people moving here Traffic is a nightmare. Marion County alone has 12000 houses under construction right now. Real estate is nuts like everywhere else. But the weather if you like Sun and heat is absolutely beautiful.
Moved from the Midwest to downtown St Petersburg. Love it here and only want to go back to the Midwest for short visits. We live in a condo and really like not having maintenance on a home... We just live and are very active. The condo is like an incredible resort with lots of amenities!
Mike and Culture Estate ( Lewis) I am going for a visit to Naples in Feb to look for a not so expensive yet decent apartment and to find a job probably in a nursing home as I have done for the last 40 yrs. Any feedback would be appreciated.
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What are most of your neighbors like? Are you forced to wear masks and make appointments as mentioned in this video? Or is that nonsense mostly in Miami?
@@mikeuptegrove Neighbors are great and we now have a lot of friends in the building. Many are very active and we do a lot of things as a group. We’ve jokingly called condo lifestyle as living in a dorm only now with some money. Mask are required in common areas but not in the gym or pool areas. Local businesses mostly require masks when inside.
@@mikeh5629 Hi Mike, are you fond of your HOA? Could you tell us your community? I am looking to move into a condo with my two daughters.
Low wages and high rents. You need to make $3,500 a month to live. Average pay is $9 hour and not many jobs to go around.
The key 4 me next year is to make more monthly income. And the few that are there without a degree are not dumb enough to quit anytime soon
Yeah, the rent he stated is high.
Correct. Gotta have a business that does well.
@Joe Marton I was just trying to get info on FL. When I've gone I've always liked it. But you gotta know if it's livable, you know? I like St. Augustine, Orlando and Miami. I am looking into Tampa.
@Joe Marton Everything is open in Florida, everything. There are no shutdowns.
F*ck the ice and snow, stay in FL. Just go up north in the summer. THAT'S ALL.
True!
Yes and leave us natives to clean up the bs they bring down. Damn Yankees
The heat is horrible. It is completely flat. The government is outrageous! They allow filth in the water! I would NEVER live there!
@@gailsgig yes spread the word so we can keep these Yankees out and clean up their messes so we can get back to our ways.
Even a year ago rent prices were not cheap. I had trouble finding a place. Also you seemed to chuckle when talking about the hurricane season and hopefully no category 5 storms. We had a CAT 5 storm in 2018 and it was no joke. 4 years later and people are still recovering. Having lived through it, it's a sensitive subject. We pray every season for no storms of any kind.
Used to be nobody wanted to live in the "Mosquito infested hot SWAMP" that was Miami...I was a happy little girl back then!...😂...Cuban factory workers were given the swamp to keep the language barrier from making difficult in the other cities, until their descendants could learn the language and move around to other states...Though my parents spoke English and worked the hotels...Nostalgic Cubans started building businesses like the ones they missed from Cuba and visitors from South America would come to shop for things they would sell at their shops back home...
These "Entrepreneurs" saw an easy market and entry point for their "DRUGS" and set "SHOP"...Little by little they tried to "SQUASH" the PEACEFUL living Cubans...We didn't know RACISM or "KILLINGS" as savage as we witnessed from them...Let alone, how to "POISON" our host country...Heck!...We barely bring clothes on our backs, let alone DRUGS...Cuba was a "MECCA" for Americans, ever since the "Spanish American War", when America bought it from Spain...They love Americans...After all, we were Americans for 5 years...And, still feel American in a special part of our hearts...That's why my parents spoke English...And, why other Spanish speaking races, HATE us...
It's not the Cubans that you encounter "ANGRY" in Miami...It's the other Hispanics that tend to make the Cubans angry at times, when we have let them know "What time of day" it is...The "Happy, Funny and happy to enjoy your company" you meet in Miami, 90% of the time are Cubans...Like me!...Welcome to Florida, little boy...I'm sure your lovely family will LOVE it here...Many blessings and love...🙏😘💖🌹
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I used to visit Hialeah and always enjoyed the people, the food, and all the shops. My son's baptismal outfit came from there, and that's a fond memory. Take care.
Miami was built on cocaine.
So true
I'm a LA native . I moved to west palm (del rey) sight unseen literally and I loved it. It's time to get used to the humidity and lizards everywhere. That was traumatizing. Rent was way more affordable. I have a 3 bedroom house for I paid for a 1bedroom in LA. Overlooking its a beautiful place but there no place like home. Great vacation spot ,retire or raise a family. But for a single person use to the fast pace Los Angeles lifestyle...should be reconsidered .. just my opinion
Love Del Rey, very nice town
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I moved to Florida from Seattle area 5 months ago and the humidity is crazy thick. I have found out that Florida is a giant sand bar and poor mans California but winter I expect the weather to be super nice.
Spot on about the info about professional
Careers : medical , aviation and legal. Otherwise it’s realllyyyy difficult fo find a decent paying job in other fields. that’s the hardest part for me
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This makes me excited to move to Florida! I’m moving to North Port from Littleton, CO, so it will be a major change in climate, but I’m looking forward to living near the beach!
Florida is nice to visit in the winter but being that far south in the spring/summer is unbearable.
I’d much rather live in Hawaii or fly with the snowbirds.
Yea, Hawaii is insanely perfect when it comes to weather but It feels Isolated if you live there full time.
Here's an important tip if your going to live in Florida...never wear black on the beach unless it is freezing outside, & never wear a black shirt over a sun-burn.
@catmodelt No, hot days are definitely leather shorts kinda days!! Lol! Your cimment made me think of the Scooby Doo movie when Daphne dressed Velma up for her date w/Seth Green. Red vinyl dress slid right off the seat!! :)
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I cannot deal with the heat, after 3 years, although this last week is lovely. I am leaving to go back where I came from. I cannot stand to be indoors as much as I am here.
Sorry to hear that
thats extreme!
You get used to it with time
Have a safe trip.
Great. Many people would rather live up north in the cold and miserable weather. I have noticed that most people stay inside up north from Oct through April. And there are many more fat and unhealthy people up there . Grab your crook pot and shovel 🤡
As a FL native, who left six years ago as a travel nurse (and went to the PNW), I will say FL is by far better It's all perspective and what you value most. Like anywhere, there are dislikes/likes about every location. Its' all about one's perspective
As someone who did the exact same thing as you, I can say that Oregon and Washington are beautiful compared to my native Clearwater. The food is on another level as well. The houses are unique and full of character. Not as friendly I will say, and the winters are tough on the west side of the cascades as there are few sunny days. One trip through the mountain passes will fix that. There is truly no better place for summer as the temps are perfect and the sun is everyday... To each their own I suppose.