Living In Atlanta: Pros & Cons (2021)

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  • @w1nda1monn87
    @w1nda1monn87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I lived in Atlanta for 18 years and although I hated the traffic, I LOVED the city and all that it has to offer people of all races, colors, ages, religions, and creeds. The most beautiful way to experience the 100,000+ trees is to go to the top of Stone Mountain and take a look around. It's free to climb the mountain yourself or you can pay a nominal fee to ride the trolley to the top! It's an experience you will never forget!!!

    • @customfittedinc
      @customfittedinc 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      thanks

    • @Cnw8701
      @Cnw8701 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm over Atlanta. I live in El Paso, TX now.

    • @elvisfru6363
      @elvisfru6363 ปีที่แล้ว

      Please I want to move to Atlanta can help me with some advice please

    • @Cnw8701
      @Cnw8701 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elvisfru6363 Don't. That's the best advice.

    • @8v71buses
      @8v71buses ปีที่แล้ว

      @@elvisfru6363 If that’s what you feel in your heart and soul and it brings you joy every time you manifest in it then go for it. You can make it happen

  • @chri8067
    @chri8067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    I've been in Atlanta since 2000. I have a small house in unincorporated Decatur paid for. My business is thriving. But yes the traffic can be bad. Crime depends upon who and where you kicking it. In other words don't hang around folks that behave badly. If Black, ATLANTA is a great place to start a business because the feedback my business receives is that my my Black customers love supporting black businesses.

    • @kamaradice9957
      @kamaradice9957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      OKAY, THAT IS GREAT BECAUSE THERE ARE SOME EVIL A**S PEOPLE IN ATLANTA THAT HATE PROSPERITY...

    • @NOTHOTlanta
      @NOTHOTlanta 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Yes, it's certainly a magnet for Blacks.

    • @kamaradice9957
      @kamaradice9957 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@NOTHOTlanta It is an Magnet for Blacks.KEEP IN MIND THERE HAVE BEEN MANY BLACKS THAT HAVE LOST THEIR LIVES IN ATLANTA,GEORGIA. THERE IS NO NEED TO NOT MENTION THIS ABOUT ATLANTA. IT IS NOT THE CITY OF COURSE< BUT THE EVIL JEALOUS A**S IN ATLANTA..

    • @briantaylor5290
      @briantaylor5290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@kamaradice9957 atlanta evil city

    • @customfittedinc
      @customfittedinc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      so whats up with decatur i heard a few jokes about it on wild and out its sounds lame of me its just if you mention west side la or watts la i know what that could mean im looking to buy soon as it fits my life style and decatur has great deals is it bad or some parts ivknow every where has their good and bad so im open please chat with me for a sec if you dont mind

  • @thereallevi9543
    @thereallevi9543 2 ปีที่แล้ว +94

    Lol didn't know their houses in Atlanta were expensive I'm in South Carolina I got a townhouse for a 100k and it's nice. My mortgage is $600 a month 🌩️

    • @wowed1659
      @wowed1659 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’m from SC too, I’m planning on going to ATL tech since it’s closer and diesel tech program is great and shit. But like I thought this shit was cheap, shit actually looks pretty expensive goddamn. I don’t really know how bad it is in SC cause I ain’t live on my own yet but what the hell man 😂but ay prolly worth it

    • @Jujucandy84
      @Jujucandy84 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      100k can't buy anything in my state heck I'm moving.

    • @lisae3357
      @lisae3357 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      How is it living in SC and what are the best cities? People have tried to tell me to stay away from SC due to racism but it’s in GA as well so hey!!

    • @sandbar3000
      @sandbar3000 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What city you live in South Carolina? Do you live an hour or more away from.a major city?

    • @bettymarshall615
      @bettymarshall615 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I hear that SC is not really a prosperous place like Atl Ga..I hear the crime is up naming one of the worst place to live because poverty is high in SC.

  • @EvanChesterman
    @EvanChesterman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    I’m from the west coast and moved to ATL 8 years ago. It was really hard when I first moved here, I honestly hated it. ATL has grown on me now and I see the good in it. Still HATE the traffic.

    • @donjuan914
      @donjuan914 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That’s a tough transition coming from the West Coast. Especially if you’re specifically referring to Cali. Everything is different. You go from seeing mountains everywhere you look to having your view blocked by a billion trees. The culture is different, the people are different, the weather ain’t the same. It’s like moving to a new country damn near. Most people that move to Atlanta from Cali, end up going back.

    • @lavaughnfla518
      @lavaughnfla518 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@donjuan914 yea there completely to opposite places in every aspect

  • @MansSuperPower
    @MansSuperPower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +123

    Do it. If you’re thinking of coming over here, don’t delay. I’ve been living here for 5 years. There are more pros than cons for me. I love it.

    • @JazzTechie
      @JazzTechie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Same here. I love this place. The three main types of crime are theft, murder, and illegal street racing.
      The racing part is just noisy, so not a big deal. The murder part is primarily between people that know each other, so not a direct threat....but still unnerving to be around. Theft is the one to be concerned with - basically, don’t leave anything in your car.

    • @MansSuperPower
      @MansSuperPower 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@JazzTechie
      I totally agree. My bad Stacy. 🤣. I’ve been involved in the racing part. I recently traded my Dodge Challenger 392 6 Speed Manual with the mufflers cut off. The noise level was especially excruciating to my neighbors in the morning at 7 AM. But listen, I’ve had a bang for the past 4 years with it; been to lots of car shows and made lots of noise. 🙈. I’m not concerned with either the murder & theft as you said. They’re “relative”. Everybody is not automatically a target.

    • @LoveNia_
      @LoveNia_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@JazzTechie nah what is up with the car jacking? I’m so confused!!! It’s 2020 why are we breaking into cars still? What do they do with the parts?

    • @briantaylor5290
      @briantaylor5290 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LoveNia_ u mean 2021

    • @kamaradice9957
      @kamaradice9957 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@LoveNia_ We??

  • @drummajor101
    @drummajor101 3 ปีที่แล้ว +172

    *I lived in Atlanta for 13yrs. Atlanta is also known as "The City In The Forest" because of all the trees*

    • @theworldbegoinup3289
      @theworldbegoinup3289 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ofc it's in the south lol

    • @kingtech7917
      @kingtech7917 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I love Atlanta and Athens

    • @leeennddaa853
      @leeennddaa853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I have a love/hate with the trees... While they're pretty, they dump SO MUCH POLLEN in springtime. Not to mention anytime the wind blows from any storm, boom... Trees fall down and the power lines are all above ground so the power goes out an OBNOXIOUS amount of times (like, monthly)

    • @ceecooksey4885
      @ceecooksey4885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Definitely is in a forest. There's nowhere you can go here where you won't be surrounded on all four sides by trees

    • @navin4984
      @navin4984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@leeennddaa853 I'm from the Caribbean. As long as the power outage isn't like a daily thing like it feels like while living in the Caribbean, I don't mind.

  • @aboriginalsmountup2019
    @aboriginalsmountup2019 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was raised in Atlanta and it has changed soo much. It's like the soul of the city left once all the others moved in.

    • @Boxhead42
      @Boxhead42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      They say the soul of Atlanta left when the 1996 Summer Olympics came.

    • @aboriginalsmountup2019
      @aboriginalsmountup2019 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Boxhead42 oh yeah that was the start of it 💯

    • @bayleighv
      @bayleighv 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Facts

  • @lo3ful
    @lo3ful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +412

    I speak for the real Atlantians, no disrespect to the out of towners, but I miss my old Atlanta, it was so laid back and cool, real southern hospitality, people waving, speaking and just cooling, the out of towners brought the way they live down here and change the A, it's not Atlanta anymore, I call it the whole world USAlanta lol, not the same anymore, you barely meet anyone from here, they look at us like we from out of town lol. It's a weird Hollywood scary feeling now. I'm born and raised here, it's not the same energy anymore 😪Atlanta wasn't built for this, but they forced it on us. RIP to the old Atlanta🤣😭😭

    • @laryanryan9170
      @laryanryan9170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Most people who grow up in Atlanta move to the suburbs.

    • @msvoyeur
      @msvoyeur 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      As a Grady Baby I feel what you're saying. Aside from the traffic it's a lovely city. I'm moving to San Diego but I'll come back to visit periodically.

    • @lo3ful
      @lo3ful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@msvoyeur it's cool but use to be cooler lol, that sounds good, enjoy the west coast 🖖. You still a A-Town Shawty. Yeek...I'm a Grady Baby as well to Zone 6

    • @ceecooksey4885
      @ceecooksey4885 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Man its so bad that people not from here are shocked that I'm from here, like COMPLETELY, all the way, born here.

    • @lo3ful
      @lo3ful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@ceecooksey4885 yeah that's what gets me I heard New Orleans, New York even London one time, I'm like no I'm from Atlanta lol, damn...

  • @papasmurf441
    @papasmurf441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    There needs to be a sign that says NO VACANCY. It's crowded as hell. Lol

    • @charicehamber2471
      @charicehamber2471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've heard this as well.

    • @laryanryan9170
      @laryanryan9170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      No it's not.

    • @MoneyComethToshelia
      @MoneyComethToshelia 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Let people be happy to relocate! And live their life! This City don't belong to you!

    • @Yezzurski
      @Yezzurski 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@laryanryan9170 right just a lot of cars though

    • @papasmurf441
      @papasmurf441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@MoneyComethToshelia get on 85/75 around 14th street through the Grady curve at 5pm and you'll see what I'm saying. Lol

  • @eddiet3026
    @eddiet3026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Those trees generate POLLEN, so you may STILL be gasping for air!

  • @hothotheat3000
    @hothotheat3000 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    As someone who travels a lot, I love the airport. I know it’s huge and I know the line can be a nightmare if you don’t have PreCheck, but I love that you can get a direct flight or a flight with one connection to anywhere on earth because damn near every airline uses them as a hub. The traffic is wild, but it’s not as bad as LA.

  • @keilasdiary
    @keilasdiary 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Thank you bro! I just moved out here last week from nyc. This city is NICE!!

  • @claressalucas8922
    @claressalucas8922 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    More ATL pros: All of our trees make for great urban beekeeping. Having traveled to over 60 countries and 40 states, we definitely have the friendliest and most efficient airport. We finally learned our lesson about just staying home for snow days. If you can drive on I-285 you can drive ANYWHERE else in the world, even the roundabout around the Champs Elysee. We have the most delicious eclectic food - one of my favorite restaurants has a combo sushi/falafel platter and what other city has a Black owned vegan food truck park? Also, the weather! The 2020 pandemic wasn't so bad when you could dine outdoors for 50 weeks of the year.
    I came to ATL in 1992 to get my PhD at Emory then moved next door to CDC. I'll never leave!! In fact, I'm trying to figure out how to legally be burried in my backyard, lol.

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Great story. Thank you for sharing!

  • @2478lemonhead
    @2478lemonhead 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Yess I needed this Corey I’m moving for school to get my doctorate in chiropractic! Yes post more Atlanta content you’ve helped me before and I trust your advice.

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That’s what’s up, glad to help

    • @joyfaith1711
      @joyfaith1711 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Welcome. Prepare to get run through.

    • @laryanryan9170
      @laryanryan9170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Joy Faith. Just because your azz got ran through it doesn't mean it will happen to everyone else. 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @Lijah578
      @Lijah578 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Congratulations 🎊 👏🏽 💐 🥳

  • @Whos_that
    @Whos_that 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Got excited the moment I saw the video! This video helped, thanks🙏🏾

  • @giannadances6062
    @giannadances6062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    If you want to find nice houses around 200k you have to go to the Decatur, Conyers, Tucker, Snellville, and Stone Mountain area. They’re about 30-40 minutes outside of Atlanta

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Exactly! And that’s 30-40 mins without the traffic

    • @giannadances6062
      @giannadances6062 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@CoreyMJones3 right lol pros and cons

    • @enzigenes
      @enzigenes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Ummm, have you been to Decatur lately??? Those homes are $300k and up.

    • @MrReedGrantberry
      @MrReedGrantberry 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@enzigenes 200K & under homes aren't plentiful in Decatur in general but are nonexistent in North Decatur. It's 30032 or 30034 so they'll be around Memorial Dr, Candler Rd, Flat Shoals, etc.

    • @enzigenes
      @enzigenes 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@MrReedGrantberry Somewhat true, but not for long. Those areas are being hit by gentrification hard.

  • @groundawakers2730
    @groundawakers2730 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I just returned from visiting Atlanta, and I loved it. A little different from California but I felt like home. We preparing to visit again and look at family oriented neighborhoods to buy in.

  • @dimplez27davis66
    @dimplez27davis66 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Not just 5 o'clock but that 7am traffic too! 75, 85, 20, 285... all of em! Car is needed because everything is far spread out!

    • @422mb
      @422mb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      And MARTA is completely unreliable

  • @probowlhalo
    @probowlhalo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video bro, everything was on point!

  • @martiwaterman1437
    @martiwaterman1437 3 ปีที่แล้ว +210

    When Buckhead is experiencing violent crime problems, that's a bad sign.

    • @cjcarter8314
      @cjcarter8314 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Facts… I lived in Buckhead for a while and can’t believe what it’s turned into

    • @MarkisCouch_1WhatJustHappened
      @MarkisCouch_1WhatJustHappened 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Agree

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Typically yes, but lately there’s been more crime in that area

    • @Kathdee251
      @Kathdee251 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@itzyogirl100 I wouldn't recommend New Orleans

    • @navin4984
      @navin4984 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Where in Buckhead would you say is the safest to live?

  • @Aggie4life77
    @Aggie4life77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    I’m a NC guy(Greensboro), but lived in Atlanta for 11 years. The Great Recession moved me to Dallas, but I still got love for my second home!

    • @soribakaba9393
      @soribakaba9393 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      The Great recession? Bro how old are you?

    • @MemoirsofaNaturalGirl
      @MemoirsofaNaturalGirl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@soribakaba9393 hollering 🤣 he’s referring to 08 not the Great Depression from the 40s 🤣😭

    • @ProlificBeatz
      @ProlificBeatz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Aggie Pride! From NC lived in gboro for 6 years been in Atlanta for 7

    • @paulachinn6306
      @paulachinn6306 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Dallas is better in my opinion. Lived in both cities.

    • @thesharinganknight9859
      @thesharinganknight9859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@soribakaba9393 bro you have to take an L for that comment😂

  • @SmileyAdventures
    @SmileyAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    I just left Atlanta because the vibes just wasn’t for me as a Bostonian, but glad to see a video that does have both pros and cons. Great content!

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gotcha. Where did you end up moving?

    • @SmileyAdventures
      @SmileyAdventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@CoreyMJones3 Back to Boston. I need to be by the water lol. But I have fam in Atlanta and Augusta so I can always visit anytime.

    • @herbysaintil2466
      @herbysaintil2466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SmileyAdventures I am from Boston looking to move to ATL. You on IG?

    • @annc3801
      @annc3801 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      My Brother ( GOD Bless His Soul) when He first came to Atlanta, He didn't feel it at allll, went back home to Boston.
      Came back years later and couldn't get Him to go back home to Boston for nothing in this world.
      The South is not for everyone cause it's a different culture however, because Soo many up top folks are moving here, You can find like minded folks.
      Overall, The A is worth the homesickness You are guaranteed to feel, the Blackness is sooooo intoxicating!!!!!!!!
      ❤️🖤💚
      Especially coming from Beantown.

    • @internalhappiness5238
      @internalhappiness5238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Good don't come back..All the other northerners need to follow.

  • @alissat.v.3556
    @alissat.v.3556 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Yesssss I love this video I’m moving to Atlanta real soon and would love some more insight of the city. Some in the city videos will be great like different places you have to go, best food spots, the hidden gems of Atlanta stuff like that.

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Perfect! I’ll add some more!

    • @ProlificBeatz
      @ProlificBeatz 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely a lot of good food spots to try out here

  • @paultsmith7631
    @paultsmith7631 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Great video Corey!!! I used to live in Doraville when I got out the service and you are speaking truth .( I remember hitting that Spaghetti Junction from the Pleasantdale Road entrance daily😄😄). Everything was great then and still is there but I left when too many folks started moving from up North. Things started changing and I had to bounce....

  • @NoAnonymityPodcast
    @NoAnonymityPodcast 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Dope video I appreciate all the information thinking about making a move to ATL

  • @ThatsSoNicole
    @ThatsSoNicole 3 ปีที่แล้ว +129

    Everything you mentioned about ATL is on point, love living here. The job part was true, if you live in Atl and you can’t find work, it’s You. Lol

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      It’s a great place to be but some people don’t even give it a chance

    • @ThatsSoNicole
      @ThatsSoNicole 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CoreyMJones3 this is true!

    • @hurtspublishing3906
      @hurtspublishing3906 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Right

    • @rogers5622
      @rogers5622 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🤣 that's funny about the jobs

    • @laurenlocd3180
      @laurenlocd3180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Whew chile it didnt used to be like that back in 2009 but thank his I have a career now lol

  • @kenwigginsii6065
    @kenwigginsii6065 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Appreciate the video. Major decisions on deck.

  • @thomasjordan3241
    @thomasjordan3241 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much. This is a great video and I appreciate your putting this out for all of us.

  • @cyndigirl418
    @cyndigirl418 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Great video! I'm moving to the Atlanta area in December! Looking forward to it! 👍👍👍

  • @natashawashington1433
    @natashawashington1433 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best one I’ve seen so far!! Great job bro!

  • @allyndapatterson5581
    @allyndapatterson5581 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video and thanks for the advice 👍🏾

  • @vturner
    @vturner 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    video not long, straight to the point & very detailed ! Thank you

  • @VS-vi4cm
    @VS-vi4cm 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Yes!! Ms. Icy’s is down the street from me, been wanting to try but never went. I’m def gonna go now.

  • @MakiahRoam
    @MakiahRoam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Corey! Always uploading relevant content lol The dating portion was funny!

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Preciate it! 👏🏾😂

  • @curtisdrummerellerbe9544
    @curtisdrummerellerbe9544 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I live in College Park Georgia and it really depends on what part of each town in the city of Atlanta of 15 minutes from downtown as well I am about six minutes from the airport

  • @jennmen129
    @jennmen129 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you for sharing your input.

  • @niquemarshall
    @niquemarshall 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    they say if you pronounce either of the T’s in atlanta, you’re the reason traffic is bad

  • @ssatl8405
    @ssatl8405 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, just had your tiny home video pop up in my recommended videos and I've watched a few now. When you said you were from SC, I subscribed. I'm a bit older now and plan to move back in about 10 years or so. 😊

  • @the95effect
    @the95effect 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    we been waiting on this

  • @DorianWhyte
    @DorianWhyte 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    really dope bro, love the energy

  • @benjaminslife9424
    @benjaminslife9424 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This is pretty accurate I recently visited Atlanta after not being there for several years. The public transit system is not that great at all. Thanks for mentioning that the cost of purchasing a home has been catching up to the other bigger cities. I always thought Atlanta was supposed to be cheaper but as a NYC native it's not that much cheaper.

  • @corlettehilton2953
    @corlettehilton2953 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for the video I’m thinking about moving to Atlanta and the video helped

  • @evningprod1050
    @evningprod1050 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been here like a month and I’ve been getting all the vibes you speak on in the video man. I’m from SC too and I can’t wait to see all this place is

    • @JWill951
      @JWill951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same here. I'm from SC, was living in Charlotte but moved down here early last year and I have no regrets.

  • @savannahsetzer7078
    @savannahsetzer7078 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Loved this video, Atlanta will always be home 🖤❤

  • @gorillacrackprod
    @gorillacrackprod 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    What’s crazy is I was just debating on moving to Atlanta and then I see this video in my notifications lol

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      That’s your intuition. I hope the video helped

    • @badnews12431
      @badnews12431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here

    • @MysteryKmt
      @MysteryKmt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@CoreyMJones3 We're planning a move to lilburn this summer. Getting anxious 😂

    • @MansSuperPower
      @MansSuperPower 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do it guys. Welcome. You’ll love it.

    • @lenfordmorris1407
      @lenfordmorris1407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Same here tf 😂

  • @cocoapeach
    @cocoapeach 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I lived in Atlanta for 7 years with no car back in the early Aughts. It is doable, the key for me was learning the buses. Now, if they have reduced bus routes, it will be really tough.

  • @btolbert1045
    @btolbert1045 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video ! Thank you for the insight because I'm really interested in moving to the ATL

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Come on down. We’re about to reach max capacity soon though 😂😂

    • @laryanryan9170
      @laryanryan9170 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      No were not. They can't build new homes and apartments fast enough.

  • @KYRANKELSON
    @KYRANKELSON 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    After rethinking over a thousand times I think I’m gonna actually just move to Atl after this video so thank you🙏🏾❤️💯

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ayyyee!

    • @aimeef6271
      @aimeef6271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      dont do it!

    • @JWill951
      @JWill951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      You'll love it down here. I moved here from Charlotte early last year and I have no regrets

  • @spiderpimp33
    @spiderpimp33 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m from Macon and moved up to Kennesaw in 2008…I love ATL! I know the Kennesaw is OTP, but for leisure purposes, I spend a TON of time in the ATL for outdoor events, trails, brunch, dinner, sports, dating (pre-marriage), shopping, landmarks and etc.
    I’ve found my groove…I learned how to 99% avoid traffic excluding wrecks & lane closures…I know where to go and where not go…it’s just a great city!

  • @MonteroOnBoxing
    @MonteroOnBoxing 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Good vid brother.
    For me, having moved from LA to ATL a couple years ago, Atlanta traffic really isn't that bad. Outside of rush hours (AM, midday, PM), it's really not that bad at all.
    Biggest problem is that people from ATL are terrible drivers, the area is very sprawled and the older roads are very small, which does cause unnecessary pileups.
    Housing is crazy cheap compared to the big cities, but the northern suburbs are getting more expensive. Taxes/expenses are still great though.
    Oh, and there are A LOT of trees haha. Doesn't matter if you're downtown or in the burbs, kinda all looks the same. Some people will like that, others won't.
    Economy is great and the people are great. Also, some great food spots here.

  • @nicolesmith7703
    @nicolesmith7703 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Spot on. I Iove living in Atlanta.

  • @israeljimenez5371
    @israeljimenez5371 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome video! Would you be down to make one video, breaking down a minimalist to cook/groceries in Atlanta ? Things we could learn based on your experience to budget ourselves better with our outside rent expenses

  • @nareene1473
    @nareene1473 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Yes I totally agree with this video. It’s getting worse because people keep coming here. However one thing I would add is that you have everything that you need in the area that you stay in. Atlanta have definitely provided me with a great foundation and a great life. I’m pretty happy!!

  • @Yamigata
    @Yamigata 3 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I moved to the area in 2016. My biggest complaint is how apparent it is that families are no longer putting heavy emphasis on teaching proper manners, honor, and consideration of others around you. This is especially clear on the roads and highways. So many people are incredibly self-centered and it makes it very depressing to live here sometimes.

    • @thesharinganknight9859
      @thesharinganknight9859 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That's the people that move here that teach that. Remember the people that are born and raised here know what Southern hospitality is. That's more of a narrowed complaint rather than a broad one but that sucks

    • @Doomer253
      @Doomer253 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's the people not from here.

    • @customfittedinc
      @customfittedinc 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yikes

    • @ikeski123
      @ikeski123 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Facts

  • @nursevirgie989
    @nursevirgie989 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video and you are on point my brother.

  • @joshrussell3341
    @joshrussell3341 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You all are amazing! God bless everyone!

  • @traviskerns299
    @traviskerns299 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video. You might need to revisit Charlotte though. Their tree canopy is very dense similar to Atlanta’s.

    • @cgpxae2119
      @cgpxae2119 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Atlanta is 47% and Charlotte is 45% but Charlotte city limits are way bigger than Atlanta so more total trees

  • @piecesofme8531
    @piecesofme8531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I love Atlanta. I can’t wait to move back. Atlanta, my people!

  • @WoWMoM_3
    @WoWMoM_3 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is a great video!! Thank you so much!

  • @creativeartbyluvensky
    @creativeartbyluvensky 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video champion.

  • @jonpaulwokpara8861
    @jonpaulwokpara8861 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    The phrase is actually Rise Up but yea man we stay lit in the A

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lmaoo oh. I was close 😂😂

  • @janaydowning3254
    @janaydowning3254 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Just bought a house in Dekalb. Wanted to be closer to ATL but the way my bank account set up...

  • @tommatthews9460
    @tommatthews9460 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video moving to the outskirts in two months to train for my career. im from a small town about 4hrs away but honestly i see way more pros then cons. thanks for the advice!

  • @valoriegordon7362
    @valoriegordon7362 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job. Keep up the good work

  • @orlandoheavener8932
    @orlandoheavener8932 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Mrs Icey’s has some of the best oxtails but the NEVER give you enough.

  • @tjthepromoter8894
    @tjthepromoter8894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m moving to Atlanta late next year. I’m ready to start over

  • @sheilasomewhere635
    @sheilasomewhere635 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My parents moved there about 30 years ago. I’ve lived there off and on because of them. I have a love/hate relationship with Atlanta and it changes moment to moment when I’m there. I agree with you, the skyline downtown is beautiful.

  • @GFitness214
    @GFitness214 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yeah I needed this video fr. I’m born and raised in Dallas but I’ve been thinking about making a move to Atl

    • @retroGRADEhtx
      @retroGRADEhtx 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm in Houston thinking about moving there. Just spent 5 days out there getting a good feel for the city.

  • @herbysaintil2466
    @herbysaintil2466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I found this to be very helpful. I am from Boston looking to move to ATL

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Come on down!

    • @herbysaintil2466
      @herbysaintil2466 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CoreyMJones3 Check you DM on IG I just messaged you

  • @Atlien88
    @Atlien88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As an Atlanta native, this is a good and balanced review! 👌🏽

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!

    • @Kayla-ru4df
      @Kayla-ru4df 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@CoreyMJones3 can you recommend some good areas to live in Atlanta? I'm from miami I visited in August loved it been thinking about moving there for a while before the trip

  • @dravenfrost499
    @dravenfrost499 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, man! It was very useful 👍 I'll definitely check other your videos 🙂

  • @TheMicOffical
    @TheMicOffical 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thank you this is excited

  • @elietepanzo9957
    @elietepanzo9957 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Atlanta used to be the place to live ...I remember it being a great place to raise your family. I lived there for 30 yrs....but now I reside in Dallas texas...Too much crime and the rent is crazy high......great place for those who like some good soul food.but just different now..It like the new Hollywood. Be safe who ever moves out there!!!

    • @SoraFan-fz2wg
      @SoraFan-fz2wg 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I honestly live in atl now and where I’m at I don’t see or hear crime at all or often. I guess it depends on where you live at. They say the same about nyc

  • @yardleyflores5277
    @yardleyflores5277 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Awesome advice and very clear and to the point. Planing on moving there in January, can you do a video about neighborhoods? Sort of socioeconomic break down of the areas, that would be dope.

  • @trinibwoy27
    @trinibwoy27 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    8 years in July OTP 😁😁😁😁 I love living on the Southside in Jonesboro and working in Griffin, GA. I don't deal with a lot traffic unless I'm going to the city

  • @artmartinez4048
    @artmartinez4048 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video. Atlanta sounds cool and fun. I live in Vegas but i'm trying to move out. I need a change. I love that i hear that Atlanta has tons of trees.

  • @UltimateKeyboardWarrior
    @UltimateKeyboardWarrior 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I was born outside of Atlanta (Clarkston) and they have the most beautiful black women.

    • @jhnsn1
      @jhnsn1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      🥰facts

    • @jbmiami9010
      @jbmiami9010 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Stayed in Stone Mountain for 5 years and I’m sure you know better than me but there lots of east and west Africans in Clarkston Stone Mountain area.

  • @DanielleBallou
    @DanielleBallou 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I’m considering moving to an OTP area & appreciate the insight! I’ve only been to the airport for a layover. Definitely looking forward to some exploring! Also love the black excellence, as my son is entering his teenage years soon & could use the influence. 😍

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anytime! Definitely do some exploring 🔥🔥

    • @spiderpimp33
      @spiderpimp33 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      OTP is where it’s at! Lol!

  • @zackzayco9135
    @zackzayco9135 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very informational video thank you 🙏 💯

  • @jemarjames2062
    @jemarjames2062 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is great bro!!

  • @beginstepper
    @beginstepper 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    O’Sea is amazing! I see you 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾
    I love ATL, but the traffic 😤

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Ayyee you know about em! The traffic is the biggest con honestly

    • @beginstepper
      @beginstepper 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CoreyMJones3 sure do!

  • @KimmieJ1920
    @KimmieJ1920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I lived in ATL 3 years ago. Loved it. Plan on moving back. My kid and I cried when we left. We aren’t from there.

    • @GhettoKeKe021
      @GhettoKeKe021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Why did ya ll move if u loved it

  • @earthybeauty998
    @earthybeauty998 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video

  • @jme92685
    @jme92685 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, Corey! I'm thinking about a move to the suburbs of Atlanta as a temporary place before I move up north. The cost of living lends itself well to first time homebuyers.

  • @JulianSteve
    @JulianSteve 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Not the cockroaches reference LMAOOOOOOOO😂‼️I enjoyed watching this. I am from NYC and the things you said about NYC is true, but I love NYC🤷🏾‍♂️💯

  • @onlytruth_noclout5847
    @onlytruth_noclout5847 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Nice video! I lived in Atlanta for a few years and I enjoyed my time there for the most part. However, I think my biggest issue while living there was finding the true Atlanta. There are a lot of people who are not from there who currently call the city home. Therefore, in my opinion, there is a lot of fluff that you have to dig through to find the true culture, real people, and southern hospitality. A lot of people are just pretending to be “somebody” Bc that’s what seems to garner the most respect. I know that could be the case anywhere, but anybody who has lived in the city for any length of time, will tell you that that’s really a thing there.
    Also, it does feel like the city is full. Lol Like just prepare for a commute. Traffic is just what it is. At this point, it feels like they’re just building on top of buildings, and soon Atlanta is going to be in Georgia and South Carolina. 😂 Atlanta is cool though. Be congnizant as you would in any other city and don’t be an annoying transplant. Try to immerse yourself into the true culture of the city, and I think you’ll enjoy it even more.

  • @gswinfield
    @gswinfield 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your content❤️

  • @rappersvilletv5947
    @rappersvilletv5947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Amazing video 🎬
    This is my favorite channel right now 🔔

    • @CoreyMJones3
      @CoreyMJones3  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Preciate it! Love yo hear it 💯

  • @Squiibb
    @Squiibb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    For someone thinking of moving there I can’t wait to visit and see it for myself

    • @hotmomma1552
      @hotmomma1552 ปีที่แล้ว

      You’ll love it too, if you haven’t visited yet!

    • @Squiibb
      @Squiibb ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hotmomma1552 I have and I absolutely loved it

  • @Youngindy21
    @Youngindy21 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I am also a transplant. The Cons: 1. It's overcrowded. 2. The Traffic. 3. The horrible aggressive drivers. 4. The Roaches. The Pros: 1. The food(although I'm not sure why every spot serves wings) 2. The Diversity 3. The Women. 4. The Customer Service/Friendliness 5. A lot of Black professionals 6. The music(including concerts, radio stations, etc.). Overall Atlanta isn't really the city for me, but I can see why people like it here.

  • @rickflections2268
    @rickflections2268 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Moved from Atlanta to DC years ago due the economic downturn .. glad to see the city is back.. I do miss there was always something to do, outside always lit fr.

    • @BattleTruth
      @BattleTruth 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      DC is lame and People are toxic af

  • @jbmiami9010
    @jbmiami9010 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Moved from Miami to Atl I love the A real talk.

  • @arabelliajohnson8916
    @arabelliajohnson8916 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    As a real estate agent let me just educate the people who don't know this,and this is true wherever you move to.Never ever move near a airport,lake,ocean,sea,
    downtown,railroad tracks,golf course,train station,highway, or freeway.Why?Because houses/apartments will always be higher with the rent/mortgage.Feel free to do the research from city to city and state to state.And lastly always search for an apartment/house within your budget.The Joneses can't even keep up with the Joneses anymore!Please to any of you who are doing this,please stop trying to live above your means.

  • @johnh8705
    @johnh8705 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I just moved from Houston to Atlanta. I found a townhouse in the Lindbergh area, a block from the MARTA station. Give yourself 3 to 6 months to find a nice home. I lost 4 bids but I was patient. The housing is rough because you're going up against Chinese cash buyers. The central area is going to look totally different in 5 years.

    • @tamikad3535
      @tamikad3535 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I see soooo many Texas license plates in Atlanta now. Its so weird to me because Houston and Dallas are also desirable cities.

    • @laryanryan9170
      @laryanryan9170 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Florida tags on every corner. NY tags on every other corner.

    • @Boxhead42
      @Boxhead42 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@tamikad3535 It’s all them damn Californians running them out. 😂

    • @JWill951
      @JWill951 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tamikad3535 I'm confused by that too b/c those were cities on my list of places I would move to before I moved to Atlanta.

  • @ashajaylaclerk4145
    @ashajaylaclerk4145 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video

  • @lydiatshabalala1611
    @lydiatshabalala1611 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am from South Africa,we connected our flights In Atlanta,I have never felt so welcomed in my life,the people were so happy to welcome us at the airport,I will definitely visit for business trip.

  • @dontdoit6403
    @dontdoit6403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I spent 36 years in the atl.. I have seen it all.

  • @twintwin9853
    @twintwin9853 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    “Matriculated & migrated “ I felt that !

  • @lyndamariewarren7618
    @lyndamariewarren7618 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for sharing, I was moving there, I don’t like traffic & humidity hot weather.

  • @itsabovemenow9607
    @itsabovemenow9607 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The Philly and Philly egg rolls in bar vegan are due! I’m goin again this weekend