I live between Long Beach and Pasadena, on this distance we have THREE micro weathers all year round. Weather is just perfect. I can be on the mountains hiking or walking in the beach, plus great amusements parks, live shows, live concerts, live sports, museums, dining.
Usually late September into December is the ragweed season on the East coast. I just moved to the West Coast and I didn't notice any allergies this season
Thanks for making this video guys, I've been considering moving to California sometime soon and I was looking at San Diego and it's surrounding areas. Lived in Maryland most of my life and have spent some time in Tennessee for the past year, but I wanna settle near San Diego in the desert.
Palm springs is great for the desert in California. Consider Las Vegas, Reno, Or Carson city Nevada as a nicer place in the desert. There's no income tax, property taxes are half, and home prices are lower. Reno and Carson city are close to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada for the outdoorsman.
California has history lol 😂 it was part of Spain 🇪🇸 and Mexico 🇲🇽. Let’s start with old town. It has so much history and culture. They have the old missions ( Catholic Churches ⛪️) and Carlsbad, Leo Carillo Ranch Historic park !!!!
@@fsujavi16yes but when they see all the homeless ppl and how everyone wants to be famous they move back home. Like it’s a lot of fish in a small pond .
I want to visit but idont know about staying since the living is high. My mother want me to come there and start over but ifeel Im established where Im at now (in VA). I need suggestions
I like your show, only wish you would give more detailed as to why's and how's of Taxes. By the way you do get something for taxes you pay. And kind of disagree about our States disasters. No deaths since 94 due to earthquakes. Drought's Texas Arizona Arizona Nevada New Mexico are all in the mist droughts of the same time frame.
Yes, living in CA is more expensive than other states, but why would I want to live in Montana, Tennessee or any of those other fly over states???? There’s a reason why 40m live in CA,,,, and only a hand full in those other states….
I am an Asian and I'm looking up for what's ahead of me. My ultimate dream is to live in Cali for me to experience diversity in culture. I want to bring my whole family there in the future for good. I'll get back to this comment once the achievement has been unlocked. See you soon, California!
Hey guys. Great video! I see no comment on governing bodies LOL JK. I made the move from Philly to Los Angeles (Culver City) on Labor Day weekend! I've been following your videos since last year so thanks for all the information
California is an awesome state. It's sad that you really, really got to look in order to find good takes on California. With that said, I always lived on the east coast. I can't imagine living in a different time zone. So, I'm considering Virginia, but I have a good-paying job in Floriduh. I can't wait to move out of this place though.
Cons: Crime, disasters, taxes, prices, homelessness Pros: Weather, jobs :( Doesn't sound like a stable situation. Maybe California is best suited for a vacation on the ski slope
Wooord!! sounds like its a great place... if you have money. None of the pros come from making your life easier. What kind of taco tasting job can pay for crime, disasters, highest taxes,watching your life melt away in the traffic, high cost of living, and getting mobbed by homeless people.
Hi Bern & Courtney. Wanted to reach out and say thank you for your time doing these videos. Your enthusiasm is a blessing. Thank you again. Much love, Jason
You pay for the sunshine then you go to enjoy it and you have to pay more at the booth lol i.moved to Colorado and it's so peaceful here. I'm amazed on how many beautiful places you can go here and it's FREE open to the public. You can truly feel.your taxes are well spent here.
What are some really safe places to live in Southern California? and how much money from your perspective would you need to live comfortable in California? thank you for answering my questions
Yeah but you also have free healthcare and education. Here 50,000 people die of lack insurance and half a million file bankruptcy due to medical bills EVERY year.
@@dantatadangote4700 This is not correct. The healthcare is never for free but another percentage of the income taxes (on top). All together this might be up to 48% of the income. For example: Your income is 3000 you´ll only get about 1700-1800 (depends on the type of insurance). In Germany is nothing for free ! Education: if you want to have a good education (incl. Kindergarten) you also pay
@@karinheufelder6268 I meant free at the point of purchase. Of course nothing is virtually free. Governments have to collect taxes to provide services.
San Diego has xlnt public transit for CA. The Coaster, The Sprinter, The red car (LA used to have one) will get you around not only the city but the county. If your departure or destination is not close to the train station you'll have to take a bus, walk or take a short cab or uber/lyft. It's pretty good all around. Americans, specifically Californians, don't like public transit. They see it as demeaning and view car ownership as a status symbol. Specifically luxury and sports cars.
Out of the following cities I wanna live in one at a young age, live in another one at an old/retiring age, and only visit the last one which city should be for which situation? 1. San Marino 2. San Mateo 3. San Leandro
Lol yes this place suck your house is going to burn for sure unless you live I a really bad neighborhood full of homeless people but we have nice weather and a really crappy beach
The problem with all these videos is that noone bothers to research how much it costs to live here before they come to Los Angeles, rarely does anyone research and actually have family or jobs lined up for them before they arrive. Everyone thinks they are special and they will be the exception to be able to live their dream here. Although these videos help to educate, no one who hasnt lived in So. Cal for AT LEAST 10 years is qualified to report on their experience here. Also covid is higher in California as well as now monkeypox, even polio. Cost of living is really high as well.
13% is just the California state income tax. The Federal income tax is an additional 10% - 37% depending on how much money you earn. A millionaire in California will lose 50% in just income taxes. Then there’s sales tax, gas tax, expensive parking every where, grocery stores making you pay for bags unless you bring your own bag.
If anyone tells you there are pros to living in California it’s a CON...leadership there needs to change before everyone is homeless, yea a quarter of the population is homeless......I’m pretty sure I couldn’t do worse for that state if I were in charge if I tried! Quote me
do you think is it possible to move from italy to california at 21 years old? like i don’t have much experience for the CV and i’m afraid because i wanna live there but prices are so high compare to italy and idk if i can get a job “easily”
that’s what i was thinking about, i hope i can get a job and live in california cause it’s so amazing for the vibes that gives you, thank you🙂 @@BernMcGovern
Good video but this is all common knowledge that most people hear or already learned. I'm a cali native with family from La to the Bay. It appears most youtube videos use a generic script to describe the life here.
California is a giant crowded, expensive, homeless camp that's on fire. Most of the year it's like living in Mordor. It's nice and cool outside right now but I can't open up my hose because it's smoky and smells like brimstone. I hate living in CA. I will be moving my business out of here as soon as possible.
I live between Long Beach and Pasadena, on this distance we have THREE micro weathers all year round. Weather is just perfect. I can be on the mountains hiking or walking in the beach, plus great amusements parks, live shows, live concerts, live sports, museums, dining.
Next year I’m thinking of having a 6 week stay in the US. So I’m interested how San Diego is for people who have allergic.
Allergies haven’t really been a problem for me but people that have had bad allergies on the east coast say that its been way better living here
Usually late September into December is the ragweed season on the East coast. I just moved to the West Coast and I didn't notice any allergies this season
Thanks for making this video guys, I've been considering moving to California sometime soon and I was looking at San Diego and it's surrounding areas. Lived in Maryland most of my life and have spent some time in Tennessee for the past year, but I wanna settle near San Diego in the desert.
Reach out if you ever have questions!
Palm springs is great for the desert in California. Consider Las Vegas, Reno, Or Carson city Nevada as a nicer place in the desert. There's no income tax, property taxes are half, and home prices are lower. Reno and Carson city are close to Lake Tahoe and the Sierra Nevada for the outdoorsman.
Don’t it’s a hell hole
Probably good to mention you have to make atleast $20-25 hourly to live comfortably decent alone in California
double that money
Thank you so much this is so informative and fun to hear, I'm planning to move to California and this helps me
You are welcome! Thanks for watching
California has history lol 😂 it was part of Spain 🇪🇸 and Mexico 🇲🇽. Let’s start with old town. It has so much history and culture. They have the old missions ( Catholic Churches ⛪️) and Carlsbad, Leo Carillo Ranch Historic park !!!!
I am a Californian
doesn't matter all the pros you brag about, when the cost of living is sky high, nobody is stupid enough to move to California.
I guess there’s 40 million stupid people then
yet here we are! people come to california to make their biggest dreams come true and are willing to sacrifice living expenses bc of it.
@@fsujavi16yes but when they see all the homeless ppl and how everyone wants to be famous they move back home. Like it’s a lot of fish in a small pond .
Salaries are high, stupid people live in places where they cannot enjoy a good living. If you want a diamond, you pay high for it.
I want to visit but idont know about staying since the living is high. My mother want me to come there and start over but ifeel Im established where Im at now (in VA). I need suggestions
Is there any other way of getting ahold of you? I have questions we are planning on moving to California next year!
Of course. Bern@offthe56.com 858.900.1797
I like your show, only wish you would give more detailed as to why's and how's of Taxes. By the way you do get something for taxes you pay. And kind of disagree about our States disasters. No deaths since 94 due to earthquakes. Drought's Texas Arizona Arizona Nevada New Mexico are all in the mist droughts of the same time frame.
Yes, living in CA is more expensive than other states, but why would I want to live in Montana, Tennessee or any of those other fly over states???? There’s a reason why 40m live in CA,,,, and only a hand full in those other states….
I agree with you!
sunshine tax? is that real
It’s a figure of speech
The cons won’t allow you to enjoy the pro’s.
I am an Asian and I'm looking up for what's ahead of me. My ultimate dream is to live in Cali for me to experience diversity in culture. I want to bring my whole family there in the future for good. I'll get back to this comment once the achievement has been unlocked. See you soon, California!
Make it happen!
Avoid San Francisco.
Go for it. Southern California has the best weather.
Hey guys. Great video! I see no comment on governing bodies LOL JK. I made the move from Philly to Los Angeles (Culver City) on Labor Day weekend! I've been following your videos since last year so thanks for all the information
Ha - I like to leave politics to the politicians. How are you liking Culver City? I used to work at Sony studios like 12 years ago
thinking of doing the same
I live in Norway I pray to move to California I feel so so drawn to it🥺🥺
Same here 🥺🥺
Don’t it’s a shit hole literally homeless shit on the side walk
California is an awesome state. It's sad that you really, really got to look in order to find good takes on California. With that said, I always lived on the east coast. I can't imagine living in a different time zone. So, I'm considering Virginia, but I have a good-paying job in Floriduh. I can't wait to move out of this place though.
What party of Florida are you on? My brother lives in Tampa?
@@BernMcGovern Jacksonville, but I would agree that living in Tampa or Orlando would be a little bit better though.
Cons: Crime, disasters, taxes, prices, homelessness
Pros: Weather, jobs
:( Doesn't sound like a stable situation. Maybe California is best suited for a vacation on the ski slope
Wooord!! sounds like its a great place... if you have money. None of the pros come from making your life easier. What kind of taco tasting job can pay for crime, disasters, highest taxes,watching your life melt away in the traffic, high cost of living, and getting mobbed by homeless people.
8:55 ice hockey teams: Los Angeles Kings, Anaheim Ducks and San Jose Sharks
10:58 Los Angeles entertainment industry
California is the best place to live in the U S might be expensive but if u can afford it its the fucken best!!
What he said 👆
CA is a 💩 hole. High taxes, high rent, high gas prices, high homelessness, high traffic, high regulations and crime everywhere.
@@Lil_Angry_Bitch i like how everyone hates on cali until its time for vacation.
All the haters who are bashing California are a bunch of crybabies who are miserable with their life.
@@Lil_Angry_Bitch as much as i want to yell at you, you're kinda right...
As long as you don’t live in a huge city, and you’ve got Powerball/Bitcoin money, you’ll probably love it🤣
lol watching this from quebec where I pay 27% tax I find it funny how they are like this is the highest tax in the country~!
Hi Bern & Courtney. Wanted to reach out and say thank you for your time doing these videos. Your enthusiasm is a blessing. Thank you again. Much love, Jason
Well thank you very much 🙏. Glad you liked them
Why people In LA complain about everything but still live there . Thats stressful and not good mentally
You pay for the sunshine then you go to enjoy it and you have to pay more at the booth lol i.moved to Colorado and it's so peaceful here. I'm amazed on how many beautiful places you can go here and it's FREE open to the public. You can truly feel.your taxes are well spent here.
There’s plenty you can do for free here in San Diego but yes Colorado is quite nice as well
What are some really safe places to live in Southern California? and how much money from your perspective would you need to live comfortable in California? thank you for answering my questions
Nowheres safe . Be prepared for the violence
u need $4000 a month to live comfortably
If a couple had a combined income of around 200,000 k annually, could they live decently in say orange county?
Yes I would say so. You would my be living on the beach but totally doable
Can u make a video of movies which took place in San Diego :)
Yes! I've been wanting to do that actually
Thank you very much for useful information helps a lot to decide in which state it is better to Study Masters degree personally for me!
Glad we could help!
What hourly wage would you guys recommend a single person should be earning before moving to San Diego?
Ideally at least $15/hr
$15/hr is now the minimum wage in L.A.
Y’all forgot about the Sacramento kings🏀
They are easily forgotten😉. Kidding!
1:35 Tennessee does not have state income tax..
Casually forgot about the goat Mike Trout and the Angeles. Really nice video nonetheless!‼️
We Germans can just laugh about your income taxes. We make it up to 30% and more. A "pro" for us to move ....
Yeah but you also have free healthcare and education. Here 50,000 people die of lack insurance and half a million file bankruptcy due to medical bills EVERY year.
@@dantatadangote4700 This is not correct. The healthcare is never for free but another percentage of the income taxes (on top). All together this might be up to 48% of the income. For example: Your income is 3000 you´ll only get about 1700-1800 (depends on the type of insurance). In Germany is nothing for free ! Education: if you want to have a good education (incl. Kindergarten) you also pay
@@karinheufelder6268 I meant free at the point of purchase. Of course nothing is virtually free. Governments have to collect taxes to provide services.
also they say gas and foods are expensive they bascaly get gas half the price from eu
California is my favorite cuz of the weather!
IM THINKING OF MOVING TO IRVINE OR NEWPORT BEACH.
Taco Bell headquarters is in Irvine!
@@BernMcGovern lol...i heard you say that in the video!
Those are nice areas in the OC area but it’s very expensive to live there.
@@legendaryTMNICO ok thanks dennis
San Diego has xlnt public transit for CA. The Coaster, The Sprinter, The red car (LA used to have one) will get you around not only the city but the county. If your departure or destination is not close to the train station you'll have to take a bus, walk or take a short cab or uber/lyft. It's pretty good all around. Americans, specifically Californians, don't like public transit. They see it as demeaning and view car ownership as a status symbol. Specifically luxury and sports cars.
I have lived in SD, SLO, and Humbolt and now Davis and I’m so grateful for your tips to help me decide where I want to live next!
You are so welcome!
Love LA❤️💙
Out of the following cities I wanna live in one at a young age, live in another one at an old/retiring age, and only visit the last one which city should be for which situation?
1. San Marino
2. San Mateo
3. San Leandro
Lol yes this place suck your house is going to burn for sure unless you live I a really bad neighborhood full of homeless people but we have nice weather and a really crappy beach
Yes! As a Californian, it's way to expensive.. Iceland is worse though.
Long Beach is amazing. When I get done with college I’m moving to Long beach
Long Beach is a great place to live!
depends which area of LB. closer to the beach is better in general but rent is expensive.
What about factory warehouse work? Me and my fiancé work in warehouses could we find decent paying jobs with that down in California?
I know they have alot of Amazon warehoues here now. But I guess it depends on what kind of work you'd want to do?
I’m sure u could find warehouse or factory work in CA.
I thought sand Diego beach was warm.
San Diego is warm but the water gets chilly
@@BernMcGovern really I didnt know that,
It's cool in San Diego. But HOT when you head inland in the summer
Coming from the East coast, when it's 92° in Philadelphia it's nice to feel 77 in San Diego in the summertime
The problem with all these videos is that noone bothers to research how much it costs to live here before they come to Los Angeles, rarely does anyone research and actually have family or jobs lined up for them before they arrive. Everyone thinks they are special and they will be the exception to be able to live their dream here. Although these videos help to educate, no one who hasnt lived in So. Cal for AT LEAST 10 years is qualified to report on their experience here. Also covid is higher in California as well as now monkeypox, even polio. Cost of living is really high as well.
I’ve lived in SoCal for 15 years. Am I qualified to make videos on what it’s like to live here?
Honestly houses are expensive. California is the best state and Alaska .
my teacher send me this
haha xD
highest income tax: 13%
germany: hold my beer (42% höchststeuersatz as it is called over here)
13% is just the California state income tax. The Federal income tax is an additional 10% - 37% depending on how much money you earn. A millionaire in California will lose 50% in just income taxes. Then there’s sales tax, gas tax, expensive parking every where, grocery stores making you pay for bags unless you bring your own bag.
CA has higher paying jobs - it all relative.
I love when east coasters become Californians 🤗❤ love your videos
Thanks for watching! Are you an east coaster?
@@BernMcGovern Nooooo 😊 I am Californian, but I like east coast too 💖
when you live in dc and want to live in la:
If anyone tells you there are pros to living in California it’s a CON...leadership there needs to change before everyone is homeless, yea a quarter of the population is homeless......I’m pretty sure I couldn’t do worse for that state if I were in charge if I tried!
Quote me
Can I ask if you actually live in CA?
25% of people are homeless? Wtf its like 600,000 people that are homeless STATEWIDE! Not even close to 25%.
do you think is it possible to move from italy to california at 21 years old? like i don’t have much experience for the CV and i’m afraid because i wanna live there but prices are so high compare to italy and idk if i can get a job “easily”
I think it’s possible - I think you’d probably have to have a roommate to make it more affordable.
that’s what i was thinking about, i hope i can get a job and live in california cause it’s so amazing for the vibes that gives you, thank you🙂
@@BernMcGovern
I live in Michigan, Californians and most minorities don't move to the midwest. ;)
Michigan is trash
I went to Penn state sooo…
For good reason, I don’t know anyone in the right state of mind who would choose Michigan or any Midwest state over California
;)
How about wildfires
Good video but this is all common knowledge that most people hear or already learned.
I'm a cali native with family from La to the Bay. It appears most youtube videos use a generic script to describe the life here.
Good point but I think it’s only common knowledge to people that live there
@@BernMcGovern Great response.
? PROS AND CONS IS THAT YOUR BROTHER????
Lovely couple
Good to know :)
Hey I'm 21 cdla driver is 60k good enough?
I think if you are single with no kids it’s doable
@@BernMcGovernyea I'm single just I know California is expensive but I don't know what else I'm going to have to pay
@@BernMcGovern Any examples?
@@rokigang3681 the main issue is housing. 1BR apartment start around $1700/month. 2BR around 2300 for a decent area.
@@BernMcGovern aww man fr
I want to move to Northern Cali .
Honestly I like Cali but it’s just too overrated for me I think
California is a giant crowded, expensive, homeless camp that's on fire. Most of the year it's like living in Mordor. It's nice and cool outside right now but I can't open up my hose because it's smoky and smells like brimstone. I hate living in CA. I will be moving my business out of here as soon as possible.
It’s not for everyone. Hope you find what you are looking for
My family would give anything too love I. socal warm weather and nice beaches
Con: Blue state. Huge deal breaker