I've lived in Houston all but the first 2 years of my life, so to all the newbies coming into Houston, I would suggest a Houston starter kit with the following: 1. Raincoat, boots, umbrella: at some point, you, your car, and/or your house will be under, swimming through, or submerged in water. H-town is a basin built on flat land. Review the flood plane before you buy/rent property and ACTUALLY pay attention to emergency weather reports. 2. A car: Houston is 22 miles long and actually bigger on it's own than 6 other US cities. Transport is spotty, so a car is essentially essential if you want to keep a job or have a social life. 3. Roach spray: you can fumigate all you want, they come back, have a can or two at the ready. 4. A/C: You don't have a/c in your car or house, you don't have friends. It's hot as hell here and the humidity in the latter half of the year is brutal. NOBODY WALKS because it's too damn hot! We literally built 6 full miles of tunnels and businesses under our downtown city area so metro workers can travel building to building or have lunch without having to breach the surface. Think about that! 5. A phone: You will be in traffic for at least 30% of your day. I don't advocate texting and driving, but you won't be driving, you'll just be sitting there on the freeway, so put your friend on speaker and chat away. 6. Side of town awareness: If you live in Pearland and all your friends live in Humble, you will have no friends. No one is coming to visit you. That's an hour drive with traffic, and let it be raining...nah, ain't comin. You literally need to move closer---is the only solution. 7. Street Smarts: This isn't 1950. Lock your house up when you leave, hide all your valuables in your car when you park (even at your own apartment), be aware when you come and go. Get a camera alarm system. Big city. Big city problems. Crime is real, petty and the murder type. Any section of town that ends in the words "Homes, Point, Side, Town, or Ward," read up on those crime stats. 8. An open mind: some people assume it's cowboy hats, horses, church, and republicans only, but Houston diversity is a real thing. There are people from all over the world. You can go down a major street and literally see the language and culture and food places change from block to block. 9. A gym membership: the food is reeeaaaallll good down here, so if you're not careful, it'll get you. 10. Fake/Real Politeness: we are in the South and southern charm is still a thing, but it's fake/real. A lot of people still greet strangers and ask how you're doing, but you're not intended to stop and have a conversation, just smile, nod, and/or say fine and keep it moving. Some do genuinely want to chat, so oblige on occasion as there are some really nice people here. Also get used to saying "ya'll." Okay ya'll!
I’ll never forget this meme I saw “if you live in Houston tx, and ur dating someone on the south side and you live in the north… y’all in a long distance relationship.” That’s the fucking truthhhh
I used to live in dallas and went to Houston for the first time in 2007 . Things have definitely changed. Houston is a product of too many ppl from different areas moving there at the same time. It's only gonna get worse. You may want to look at surrounding areas as another option for the future.
Yes I’ve been here since 2012. Lived in the city limits until 2020 and I would strongly recommend NOT living in the city limits. I don’t think I’d ever go back to inner city Houston. The traffic, the crime I hated it for a long time. Much more peaceful in the burbs but is more expensive.
There is nothing like outside houston anymore. Everything about Houston is crazy right now. Everywhere has merged together and becoming so expensive. Traffic is mad and if you have to work in downtown area or medical center, I wish you good luck.@@EJIMANnenaNgozi
I'm from Houston, born and raised. It has changed alot over the years, I'd say from outsiders coming in and influencing the city, but I can't disagree with what you said. Welcome to Texas 😂😂💕
Yes agree! The driving is the biggest thing that has changed in the past few years. That’s due to the people moving here, houston drivers are very safe and laid back. Before the newest members….Just thought I’d add that.
My aunties. Moved there and they look exactly like the girl in the thumb nail. They get dolled up and dressed and go out every single night. It must be hell of singles in the city. They are gorgeous.
Girl!! I’m moving to Houston in a few months and you are so right about the driving! Every time I had to visit to look at apartments I had to drive 90 mph to keep up with traffic and I’d constantly get lost! 🤦🏽♀️
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi I’m moving to the river oaks/upper Kirby area! And thank you for the well wishes! I actually currently live in Charlotte! So it’s interesting to watch your sisters videos as well!
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Hey Nnena! 👋🏽 I’ve been in Charlotte for almost 11 years and it’s just time for a change! I have always enjoyed the culture when I visit the city, so im going to give it a shot! ❤️
If you are coming to Texas, any part of Texas really, make sure that you put a Texas Tag or EZ Tag to your car, because believe it or not, one day by mistake you are going to end up in a toll road; and then, you are going to find out about a ticket that is overdue like a year after. A lot of times, the toll road ramps are not marked very clear, you think that is a regular highway and you are wrong. If you are renting an apartment or buying a house, make sure it is not in a flooding zone. If you do, don't rent the lower level.
Thanks Sonia! Some people try and argue that all toll roads are obvious but they are not! I got that EZ tag asap once I received bills in the mail! Im on the first floor but thank goodness im not in a flooding zone.
Totally agree with your opening statement;We tried to move to Vegas in 2014;they had NO pediatric home health jobs for wife,and the musician prospects were absolutely horrible for me.The longtime locals have it all sewn up,even on the street!No matter HOW much research you do,you can't learn everything.Years ago,I learned SO much about Nashville,by LIVING THERE!I could write a book!
I’m from NYC and I don’t drive. I thought I could adapt to Dallas but I enjoy walking and seeing other people walking out casually. I visited for a week and decided Texas is no longer an option for me.
I visited Houston a month ago for a week, mind you this was my very first time in Houston. I stayed in Katy and drove around and looked for houses in one of the many new master planned communities and brought one from Perry Homes in the Cypress area. That’s how much I instantly fell in love with Houston. Coming back to Florida after that visit made me realize just how boring and limited most of Florida is. I mean hell one of the highway in Houston is called the energy corridor due to the oil and energy sector. So I’m back in Florida right now gearing up for the drive again in a week to close and get my keys. Also I noticed that the new houses have much better curb appeal than the average house in Florida.
@@rsvpevents6780 I used to live in queens NY. I never got bored of the city life. Maybe that’s why I got bored in Florida, I think it’s because it’s just not “city” enough for me. Besides Miami/Fort Lauderdale( which I don’t even like that much) Florida is slow. If your not into the beach that much it’s not that great. That’s just my personal opinion.
Thanks for this video. People need to see this. I be so upset when people come here for a trip and bash the hell outta Houston. People should visit and explore before making decisions on moving here. Been here all my life. Thank you!
I’ve been living here 2 months now already seen 3 cars crashed completely on fire, I’m from upstate NY and drove in the worst NYC/NJ traffic, but they drive crazy down here, way too fast for nothing
Yup its sad. I see car parts whenever im on the freeway. I get sad when I think about the parties involved. I wish everyone would just take their time.
Hello. As a native Houstonian and black woman, I see that my city has upgraded. I live in San Diego at the moment and when I go back to visit Houston, I'm seeing a good change. They put more money into the city, things are fresh and well groomed. Every city has it's ups and downs, but I grew up in TX. It is a very decent place for bringing up children and having a decent lifestyle. Hope it stays that way, in Jesus name Amen.❤️
I visited Houston from Cali. The freeways were crazy as heck. And also the mapping of places with no zoning laws. Crazy! The ppl were very nice. Yes, the section stuff was awkward. But, overall I had a nice time visiting.
Been to Houston plenty of times… Great food, not a lot of scenery, people don’t drive good, people love their guns, night life is lit, there are some high crime areas like any other metropolis, weather is bipolar for sure but going into fall and winter is excellent…the galleria is dope…BBQ is on fire🔥!
In Georgia you can and will get a ticket for impeding traffic if you're in the left lane and refuse to get over regardless of how fast you're going. If you're going 120 and someone comes up going150 you must get over or get ticketed.
That’s crazy what you said about Charlotte cuz I’m in Charlotte rn and I’m thinking about moving to Houston. And everything you listed in this video, is EXACTLY what people complain about Charlotte. The traffic, the weather, and ESPECIALLy the dating. People moving here from H-Town gonna be mad when they move here just to find out the dating prospect are worse and there’s much less here to do.
I'm in GA and still can't believe that to get to the post office or library I MUST get on a highway. When I was in NJ it was just a 20-25 min walk or even better a 2 minute walk to my nearest post office drop box.
I live in a subdivision off of a highway. The post office is along the high way. Less than 2 miles away but still a highway and not walk friendly. Subdivisions are just weird to me. There just homes. Not even a small mom and pa shop or USPS drop box.
Houston is the 4th largest city in the United States and it has all the problems that large cities have (bad traffic, crime, etc) plus hot/humid weather during the summer months
Some (mostly) free things to do in Housto: Houston downtown underground marbled tunnels (Mon-Fri), Sam Houston Boat Tour, Houston Bats, MetroRail (NRG to Northline to...), Houston Graffiti district, Miller Outdoor Theatre, Brazos Bend Park, Houston Cistern, Museum District, Historic Library (downtown), Houston Zoo, 5+ Major Universities, night club and restaurants galore😎 Too bad, so sad they closed the 61st floor of the JPMChase building.
"barely see police"....THANK YOU for pointing that out. i know exactly what you mean seeing cops hiding to catch you speeding, lol. the lawlessness on these roads is crazy! My wife and i moved here from Boston and that's one of the main things i noticed. Mind you, i drive for a living so im on most of the freeways, i-10, the bletway, and the worse, 45.
Great video!! I actually moved from Houston after living there most of my life and now I live in Charlotte. It's funny you mentioned that Charlotte as being a city a lot of people consider outside of Houston. I can certainly understand why.
@@yoyosmiles3690 do you ever consider going back to Houston or do you really like Charlotte ? I live in Charlotte now originally from Pittsburgh and I’m considering Houston for better teacher pay and warmer weather . I’m kind of nervous about going that far by myself because I do like charlotte and I’m also getting kind of comfortable.
Thank you so much for your input I appreciate it. Definitely got anxiety with the driving on the highway I’m from Brooklyn so getting on the highway is optional. I need a prayer to face my fears on that evil highway. I’m moving in the summer wish me luck.
Lol! I’ve been here since 2003 it’s interesting to hear your perspective, I personally think Houston is hot 90% of the time during the year, and because the land area is so spread out you definitely need “reliable transportation “ there are no subways to take you to the other side of town and metro doesn’t run in certain areas. One of the benefits of living here in my opinion are the job opportunities(with good pay) , if anybody were to tell me they moved to Houston and couldn’t find a job I would assume they weren’t looking
Wow you been here almost 20 years! How has it changed? Driving is a MUST! The job market definitely attracts alot of people! One of the biggest benefits is no state income tax to me! I have a video on the pros and cons of living in Houston coming out soon!
I'm moving to Houston myself in a few weeks and I have to agree with driving. I think it's a Texas thing. I'm originally from Louisiana but have lived in Dallas for 3 years and they drive like bats out of hell.
How are you liking it so far, and which part do you recommend for new ppl? I move there in a few weeks and I can’t decide between downtown and Pearland
@@keishaalison7171 I like it! Its big and I feel almost everyone can find a home here. Downtown Houston and Pearland are VERY different. I honestly wouldnt live downtown. Its crowded and not safe. Pearland is suburban. It really depends on what you like to do and where you are in life.
I’m in Houston I’ve been here forover20 years and I’m from Louisiana and I agree with everything you’re saying but you just have to learn to live with it it will get a whole lot easier for you
I'm from NJ too, I notice a lot of people can't drive and shouldn't be driving. They make rules as they go, rather then following the driving rules. NJ/NY has mass transit. Here you will have people driving that normally wouldn't. Here there are so many seniors, and nervous drivers on the road in NY/NJ they take the transit. As a result, you have lot of fender benders accidents here. Where we are from is more compact there no room for errors, You must follow the driving rules or else.. I like the middle turn lane, yea I had get use to it. I love the ample turn arounds on the feeders. It keeps the traffic moving. I move here from NJ 2007 for the affordable housing, diverse homes and areas to choose from. Now because, of the influx of new comers home prices has risen. Another thing I mostly love here, is the clean roads, streets and, highways.. You don't see garbage, they take pride in their city.
I’ve been here for 13 yrs and everything you are saying has been my experience. The overwhelming experience I have gotten since I’ve been here has made me a stronger person. Navigating through this city made me move 30 mins outside of Houston 11 yrs ago. And now I’m ready to move again because the burbs are getting overwhelming now. My biggest issue is the extreme heat you cannot enjoy the summer days. I need a balance.
Thank you so much! You answered my thoughts 🤔 I was thinking about moving to Houston I am originally from Louisiana. I lived in Los Angeles for 34 years. I heard Houston was a good place to study the arts. I am a black harpist and I am a amateur astronomer, my daughter study the cello and we were looking for a nice area in Houston. But it's the same story everywhere. I am not a party person that's not my thing. I don't know what to think about our country anymore or our planet really. 😕 but thank you for not just taking the time to make this video, but for your honesty. My brother lives there but I have not seen him in over 30 years. I am not big on family that's how we grew up. I would not know him if I did see him. But anyway you help me realize what I have always known about Houston. I am back home in Louisiana. Tornados? I know what you mean. My daughter and I was in our apartment in Lake Charles when hurricane Laura slammed us. And Tornados. A supercell formed right next to our living room. The wather I do understand.
You live in L.A. 1 in 6 people is an artist in L.A. New York and L.A. are arts cities. Chicago too. Not knowing your family....reconsider. Family is all you got. They are your advocates and defenders. Support structure.
U-Turns are great like if you're at an intersection. Just make sure you don't do it if there's a sign telling you it's forbidden because otherwise it's legal.
Girl welcome to the south. It’s hot 90% of the time. We are free. We don’t have the crazy restrictive laws like up north. We not getting in and out of the car in the heat 😂😂. Leave our drive thru’s alone. Pre order your groceries and pick them up in the drive thru. Tolls are $1.25 to $1.75 and registered to your tag. You paid a service charge, thats why your bill was high. No dating in the south. Men are tricks down here. Get your coins and move along. You have to go to the country not the city for a man. Get you an exterminator and not the leasing office for the bugs.
NGOZIE Girl I LOVE you so much. YOU are always so real and truthful. I love Nnena also. You ladies have so really motivating videos. I live in San Antonio , Tx 22 years you already know. HELL NO DO NOT DO IT. I always heard stories about HOUSTON. But you ladies are such OPEN SWEET spirits. YOUNG and ready to live. Girl YOU SO COOL and real. Well at least you did it. We are not A TREE. If It is not what we want TIME to roll out. WE WHERE TO NEXT MAAMA.
I live in Houston. When I 1st started driving on the highways here. I'd see what I thought was toll booths, see the prices but no workers and would just toss quarters there and drive off. Not knowing it would automatically charge my plates lol.
Thank you Kimo! people try and argue but many toll roads are not clear. Some roads dont even have booths just lights that take a pic of your plate and you get a bill in the mail. I have never seen workers in the booth either!
I injoyed your video I love it cause you telling the fact about Houston Texas me and my family surpose to be moving there in a few months but watching this I don't know cause you want to be somewhere you feel good at and comfortable at I thank you for this video
i'm from md looking to move to houston but i'm most worried about the driving aspect, i have major anxiety when driving on the highways so up north its easy to drive places without driving on a highway. i can't stand them and i know the highways in houston are hugeee
The drivers here are horrible and dangerous. I'm always worried when my nieces drive here to visit. I live in the burbs so I try to stay out of the city so I don't have to deal with as much.
I loved to to Texas in August I am from Florida my husband is from Houston Texas but we live in cypress that’s Harris county but I can say I thought I was going to be afraid to drive but I was like oh okay it’s speeding cause in Florida they love to speed especially going to Orlando so I was used to the weather and the speeding plus traffic but i haven’t seen a water bug in our apartment thank god 😂😂the food is good and you will learn if you miss your turn you Can just go the back way especially to avoid the tolls
I’m Florida also. Quick question you met him in Houston or Florida? I’m moving to Houston soon and getting all the bad reviews on dating in Houston. Not good
If you live in Southeast Houston it makes sense just don’t visit Sunny side and 3rd ward and northside isn’t better but it’s okay Kashmere gardens is okay but just be careful with the homeless
Welcome to Houston. I agree with you on the crazy weather and hard to navigate freeways 100%. It's hard to deal with. I think that the walking situation all depends on where you live. I live in a neighborhood right next to cross streets Cypresswood Drive and Champion Forrest Drive and it has plenty of walking space and trails. Its a beautiful area. As far as the bug situation I haven't had to deal with that but your landlord is probably using a pest control business who's not honest. If they come and spray once a month there would be no bugs but what they tend to do is either water down their chemicals or just use water so they can keep coming back and charging. My uncle owned a pest control business and I learned a lot about it and he taught me how to run the business honestly and thats how you keep faithful customers by giving great service. I worked for him in the summer growing up. You're right about all the plastic surgery going on here with certain women. When I first moved here it seemed like most women were either strippers or trying to get into modeling, music industry or date local musicians lol. They're in the wrong area for that. Go to California lol. I remember going with my son to a game store and he used a bunch of $1 bills that he'd been saving up to buy his game and the guy smiled and asked me if I was a stripper ! I was so pissed lol. He apologized and said he inly said that because there are a lot of strippers in Houston. I have never had plastic surgery and I don't dress like a stripper. There are a lot of great things and fun places to go in Houston and I hope you get to see that side and enjoy it here. Hopefully you can make some good friends who can who can show you the better side of Houston and the places that don't cost so much to go to.
hey you have really good insight on houston! i’m looking to move there by sept with my 2 year old. do you know what’s a good area that’s safe, no bugs, n i won’t have a car yet so where things are relatively walkable
Charlotte ain’t all that! I’ve been here 4 years and haven’t found 1 decent guy. If you do, he’s already married and still trying to talk to you! Dating here is trash!
I cant wait for my lease to end. I'm ready to leave Houston. It's always that weird vibe esp at work. It's too many of us I deal with a lot of hate and I know some others do too.There are not many sidewalks. In hood areas there is not much light and horrible streets filled with pot holes. Yep I'm moving around I might go to Austin. 😂I don't bother with night clubs at all.
Great video! Thank you for keeping it real and letting us know. I’m planning to move to TX in the next few months from CA, and I’ve been there twice, and it is true, the driving is crazy and no cops, imagine they say CA is bad and I was shocked, that’s how bad it is over there, so I wasn’t really impressed with that. Also, I encountered a lot of road rage on I-45. Hopefully, the area I’m planning to move to, is not that bad, and it is still cheaper than CA, so, I’m not crazy about the weather, but you can’t have everything I guess…
How is the job paying down there? I’m so ready to move to Houston. What kind of advise can you give a person from another big city of District of Columbia.
I’m from Phx Az and have family in Houston. I have been looking into moving to Houston but like where I live I do not want to live somewhere where the sense of community is slim. People don’t make newcomers feel welcome where I’m at because of Political BS and nobody wants people from Cali moving to Phx because they think they are all radical “left loonies”. I just want to move somewhere where this is just not the case. I want to find a place where communities just have that social feel, people are friendly and welcoming and finding friends is a guarantee because almost Everyone is friendly… and believe it or not I’m sad after seeing the comments that Houston may be one of those places people are becoming so self absorbed they almost do not have a social life… it’s all make believe on social media. My next step is visiting so I can find out for myself… obviously that’s a must when you want to make a move!
Wow Mo I hope you make the right decision for you. I love the weather. Its hot but everywhere is ac to the max, which I dont prefer but I get it. They anticipate the heat. I suggest visiting during the summer months, July and August esp and see how you tolerate the weather.
I just moved to Huston been here 3 weeks, the weather is ok to me the driving true I’m from Memphis an the lanes are unreal but the people pretty nice ..I like it so far so good an yes ma’am bugs 🐜 in the apartments no matter how clean you are I said next year I’m doing a house..
I lived on the East Coast and yall are infested with water bugs. I’ve seen them in every state. If you’ve experienced Texas, you’ve pretty much experienced every state in the South 🤷🏽♀️
You are absolutely correct about lack of law enforcement in Houston. That to me is a big problem. I have called numerous political staff in Harris county. No one seems to care . You however are very perceptive . Also up north we have speed and red light cameras, I was told speed cameras are illegal in Texas that’s crazy No police none.
Atlanta has cameras everywhere. You'll get a ticket in the mail with a picture of your car running a red light. Plus the police are getting everyone with a ring door bell camera to allow them to access your system if they need to. And everyone is signing up. The ones with something to hide aren't.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi We'll enjoy sis! I've driven through, been a visitor and honestly, Houston intrigues me. Guess that's how I came to your post. Good info though, thanks for the post.
Been here 3 months and yes to every thing you said. I too am thinking about going to Dallas once my lease is up. I’d like to know who’ve you made friends with? I’ve made more friends with other people coming from other states than I have with people born and raised in Houston?
Aww give it some time. Why are you considering Dallas? Is their something in particular attracting you there? Most my friends have moved from other states as well.
Lol. Girl thank you. I’m in the process of relocating from Jersey too and this is helpful. I thought it was just me, they do have a lot of drive thru’s and the restaurants, some of them the way you order takes some getting used to. Like it seems like there are a lot of places where you order at the counter and then someone will bring your food.
Great video. Im from Houston but left home about 25 years ago. Everything you said about my hometown is correct. Im almost certain I will only return for a visit every now and then.
I don't understand what she is complaining about, I was born and raised here to answer some of her questions they don't have as much space as Houston does and people move here for the cost of living, there is no state taxes here night life is the same in every city or state just like driving did you really think we had horses and buggies and no cars.
Lol I think you have the BBL situation wrong….HOUSTON has always been known for its thick and pretty women and strip clubs…it’s literally the reason the other cities adopted the BBL culture because they wanted to mimic the natural bred women in Houston..the literal old saying is “All the pretty girls are in Houston”…Now with the influx of people migrating down here to Houston from other places has those same women wanting to get there bodies done to fit in and compete with the corn fed country thick women..!
Yes but those moving in still live here and are creating the BBL culture. When they walk by one cannot decipher if they are a native of Houston or not.
You are so funny😁. You said you ain't about that life... girl you are so funny. I want to Thank you for sharing because I have been really thinking g about where I like to move to and so I appreciate your point of view and experience. I'M from CHICAGO now I live in California and I'm thinking of where to go next.
Tolls are a pain in the neck. Yea you are right about how they drive in Houston like there always in a hurry (leave earlier)so you don't have to go 100 on the freeway.
Yo,wow I believe that you may want to move over to Dallas, I so believe that it may very well be so much better to live their,just saying I've been looking for myself ,so that maybe I will come to live their someday, I'm so sad to hear all this it's really bad, stay well .
What kind of research did you do before you moved to Texas. Was it just spur of the moment. You’re in the south- weather, bugs, driving and crime is a big deal. You should have done you’re home work. I live in Louisiana, 2 hours away from Houston, and I avoid it like the plaque. Only go out there if it’s work related. It’s survivor of the fittest. Good luck.
Thanks Renee. I did over a year of research aka "homework". Like I mentioned you will never know everything even if you research for years. Somethings have to be learned on the job.
Lol it's not that bad...🤣🤣🤣 it depends on where you live at. I live close to the energy corridor and don't have to get on the interstate unless I am going into the city which I hardly ever go. I can get to majority of the places in my area without the interstate
If you get a rental plz include your tolls I’m from Detroit and lived in Phoenix Az I’m use to the traffic because you have drive every where in Phoenix.
5:19 im in maryland and was raised in maryland but my family comes from louisiana and ive been many times, the drive thru pandemic is real lmao, ive seen drive thru liqour stores and daiquiri shops and so much more its wild
I'm from NY all my life and visited Dallas a couple of times and I truly think Texas drivers are just as bad as NY'ers lol. And yes there are no cops on the highways ever!!! lol
Yes girl this drove me crazy when I 1st got here I was screaming sometime out loud thinking that I was gonna crash into someone or something with the U turns and the feeder roads lol
If your in the South (VA to TX) I feel like you need a car. Also, bugs are everywhere down this way. Then it’s also drive thru with most places these days. I think you will not see drive thurs in downtown areas. I think you would like a smaller midsize southern city if you ever leave Houston.
I've lived in Houston all but the first 2 years of my life, so to all the newbies coming into Houston, I would suggest a Houston starter kit with the following:
1. Raincoat, boots, umbrella: at some point, you, your car, and/or your house will be under, swimming through, or submerged in water. H-town is a basin built on flat land. Review the flood plane before you buy/rent property and ACTUALLY pay attention to emergency weather reports.
2. A car: Houston is 22 miles long and actually bigger on it's own than 6 other US cities. Transport is spotty, so a car is essentially essential if you want to keep a job or have a social life.
3. Roach spray: you can fumigate all you want, they come back, have a can or two at the ready.
4. A/C: You don't have a/c in your car or house, you don't have friends. It's hot as hell here and the humidity in the latter half of the year is brutal. NOBODY WALKS because it's too damn hot! We literally built 6 full miles of tunnels and businesses under our downtown city area so metro workers can travel building to building or have lunch without having to breach the surface. Think about that!
5. A phone: You will be in traffic for at least 30% of your day. I don't advocate texting and driving, but you won't be driving, you'll just be sitting there on the freeway, so put your friend on speaker and chat away.
6. Side of town awareness: If you live in Pearland and all your friends live in Humble, you will have no friends. No one is coming to visit you. That's an hour drive with traffic, and let it be raining...nah, ain't comin. You literally need to move closer---is the only solution.
7. Street Smarts: This isn't 1950. Lock your house up when you leave, hide all your valuables in your car when you park (even at your own apartment), be aware when you come and go. Get a camera alarm system. Big city. Big city problems. Crime is real, petty and the murder type. Any section of town that ends in the words "Homes, Point, Side, Town, or Ward," read up on those crime stats.
8. An open mind: some people assume it's cowboy hats, horses, church, and republicans only, but Houston diversity is a real thing. There are people from all over the world. You can go down a major street and literally see the language and culture and food places change from block to block.
9. A gym membership: the food is reeeaaaallll good down here, so if you're not careful, it'll get you.
10. Fake/Real Politeness: we are in the South and southern charm is still a thing, but it's fake/real. A lot of people still greet strangers and ask how you're doing, but you're not intended to stop and have a conversation, just smile, nod, and/or say fine and keep it moving. Some do genuinely want to chat, so oblige on occasion as there are some really nice people here. Also get used to saying "ya'll." Okay ya'll!
This is great Banyo! I laughed while reading. Your spot on!
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Ha, thanks. Hopefully you have helped a lot of new comers with your video. They better listen!
😂😂😂😂😂😂 man I loved this 😅I just moved here from N.O and this was EVERYTHING
@@beautefulfaces408 Good, hope it helps!
I’ll never forget this meme I saw “if you live in Houston tx, and ur dating someone on the south side and you live in the north… y’all in a long distance relationship.” That’s the fucking truthhhh
The folks in Houston are extremely nice and warm till they get behind the wheel of a car then they become extremely aggressive.
Truuuuuu, and I just got here
Lol
I don’t think no aggression can hit GA driver aggression in my head
😂😂😂 it’s a big city thing everywhere in Texas big Cities
Yes!!
I used to live in dallas and went to Houston for the first time in 2007 . Things have definitely changed. Houston is a product of too many ppl from different areas moving there at the same time. It's only gonna get worse. You may want to look at surrounding areas as another option for the future.
Hi Tasha! I have heard its changed alot. I would not live outside of Houston unless I had a family. I dont like driving and things are so far.
Facts
Yes I’ve been here since 2012. Lived in the city limits until 2020 and I would strongly recommend NOT living in the city limits. I don’t think I’d ever go back to inner city Houston. The traffic, the crime I hated it for a long time. Much more peaceful in the burbs but is more expensive.
I’ve been living in inner city houston for 10 years. LOVE IT :)
There is nothing like outside houston anymore. Everything about Houston is crazy right now. Everywhere has merged together and becoming so expensive. Traffic is mad and if you have to work in downtown area or medical center, I wish you good luck.@@EJIMANnenaNgozi
I'm from Houston, born and raised. It has changed alot over the years, I'd say from outsiders coming in and influencing the city, but I can't disagree with what you said. Welcome to Texas 😂😂💕
Thanks Shanice!
Yes agree! The driving is the biggest thing that has changed in the past few years. That’s due to the people moving here, houston drivers are very safe and laid back. Before the newest members….Just thought I’d add that.
My aunties. Moved there and they look exactly like the girl in the thumb nail. They get dolled up and dressed and go out every single night. It must be hell of singles in the city. They are gorgeous.
Texas is the best
I agree. Houston has changed so much, and I'm from here. The traffic has gotten much worse, and the culture is not the same.
Girl!! I’m moving to Houston in a few months and you are so right about the driving! Every time I had to visit to look at apartments I had to drive 90 mph to keep up with traffic and I’d constantly get lost! 🤦🏽♀️
Right!! Its crazy. Good luck with your move. Do you have an area of Houston your interested in?
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi I’m moving to the river oaks/upper Kirby area! And thank you for the well wishes! I actually currently live in Charlotte! So it’s interesting to watch your sisters videos as well!
Oh nice! Why are you leaving me (Nnena) in Charlotte?! Lol
My type of driving lol.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Hey Nnena! 👋🏽 I’ve been in Charlotte for almost 11 years and it’s just time for a change! I have always enjoyed the culture when I visit the city, so im going to give it a shot! ❤️
If you are coming to Texas, any part of Texas really, make sure that you put a Texas Tag or EZ Tag to your car, because believe it or not, one day by mistake you are going to end up in a toll road; and then, you are going to find out about a ticket that is overdue like a year after. A lot of times, the toll road ramps are not marked very clear, you think that is a regular highway and you are wrong.
If you are renting an apartment or buying a house, make sure it is not in a flooding zone. If you do, don't rent the lower level.
Thanks Sonia! Some people try and argue that all toll roads are obvious but they are not! I got that EZ tag asap once I received bills in the mail! Im on the first floor but thank goodness im not in a flooding zone.
Totally agree with your opening statement;We tried to move to Vegas in 2014;they had NO pediatric home health jobs for wife,and the musician prospects were absolutely horrible for me.The longtime locals have it all sewn up,even on the street!No matter HOW much research you do,you can't learn everything.Years ago,I learned SO much about Nashville,by LIVING THERE!I could write a book!
Thanks Rudy! I agree. Thank God for technology but experience is still the best teacher in my opinion.
I’m from NYC and I don’t drive. I thought I could adapt to Dallas but I enjoy walking and seeing other people walking out casually. I visited for a week and decided Texas is no longer an option for me.
So funny! Texas overall is really a driving state.
All we do is drive in the deep Souf. As a Houston resident, driving is rough. Chile, the struggle is real🤦🤦🤦
I enjoy that too which is why I love NY so much.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi that’s every state.
@@AuthorLHollingsworth that’s all all Americans do. NY is unique because it’s walkable.
I visited Houston a month ago for a week, mind you this was my very first time in Houston. I stayed in Katy and drove around and looked for houses in one of the many new master planned communities and brought one from Perry Homes in the Cypress area. That’s how much I instantly fell in love with Houston. Coming back to Florida after that visit made me realize just how boring and limited most of Florida is. I mean hell one of the highway in Houston is called the energy corridor due to the oil and energy sector. So I’m back in Florida right now gearing up for the drive again in a week to close and get my keys. Also I noticed that the new houses have much better curb appeal than the average house in Florida.
That’s great! What part of Florida are you moving from?
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi
Thanks..I am currently in Tampa Florida.
I'm also in Florida thinking of moving to Houston in 3years i just want to leave with successful african people around me.
I lived in Houston 25 years. Became bored over time. Now living in NYC past 8 years. I think everyone becomes bored no matter where you live 😂
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I used to live in queens NY. I never got bored of the city life. Maybe that’s why I got bored in Florida, I think it’s because it’s just not “city” enough for me. Besides Miami/Fort Lauderdale( which I don’t even like that much) Florida is slow. If your not into the beach that much it’s not that great. That’s just my personal opinion.
Thanks for this video. People need to see this. I be so upset when people come here for a trip and bash the hell outta Houston. People should visit and explore before making decisions on moving here. Been here all my life. Thank you!
Well said Thanks for watching!
Delete the word Houston and insert Atlanta. This is exactly what people say about Atlanta.
I’ve been living here 2 months now already seen 3 cars crashed completely on fire, I’m from upstate NY and drove in the worst NYC/NJ traffic, but they drive crazy down here, way too fast for nothing
Yup its sad. I see car parts whenever im on the freeway. I get sad when I think about the parties involved. I wish everyone would just take their time.
Damn that's scary AF 😨
excellent video queen. I am moving to Houston in October from Los Angeles can wait to explore the city
Yo Jetty. Are u going to buy a house when u move
@@JohnJohn-me7mp Absolutely buying a house is my top priority. It’s part of my itinerary Johnny
Hello. As a native Houstonian and black woman, I see that my city has upgraded. I live in San Diego at the moment and when I go back to visit Houston, I'm seeing a good change. They put more money into the city, things are fresh and well groomed.
Every city has it's ups and downs, but I grew up in TX. It is a very decent place for bringing up children and having a decent lifestyle. Hope it stays that way, in Jesus name Amen.❤️
I visited Houston from Cali. The freeways were crazy as heck. And also the mapping of places with no zoning laws. Crazy! The ppl were very nice. Yes, the section stuff was awkward. But, overall I had a nice time visiting.
Happy you enjoyed yourself. Thanks for watching!
Girl I just moved here from California and everything you said it’s on point ! It taking some time to adjust 😣
Been to Houston plenty of times… Great food, not a lot of scenery, people don’t drive good, people love their guns, night life is lit, there are some high crime areas like any other metropolis, weather is bipolar for sure but going into fall and winter is excellent…the galleria is dope…BBQ is on fire🔥!
You got it!
u gotta look theres so much scenery and culture !!
Always good to hear from an outsider, welcome to Houston.
Thanks Floyd!
Speed limit is 75 mph. That means you can drive 90-100 no problem
In Georgia you can and will get a ticket for impeding traffic if you're in the left lane and refuse to get over regardless of how fast you're going. If you're going 120 and someone comes up going150 you must get over or get ticketed.
That’s crazy what you said about Charlotte cuz I’m in Charlotte rn and I’m thinking about moving to Houston. And everything you listed in this video, is EXACTLY what people complain about Charlotte. The traffic, the weather, and ESPECIALLy the dating. People moving here from H-Town gonna be mad when they move here just to find out the dating prospect are worse and there’s much less here to do.
Interesting Patrick! I think alot of these issues are common in major cities tbh.
I'm in GA and still can't believe that to get to the post office or library I MUST get on a highway. When I was in NJ it was just a 20-25 min walk or even better a 2 minute walk to my nearest post office drop box.
Yup the south is for driving not walking!
Houston is a huge city. You can’t compare the two. You just have to learn other routes if you don’t want to get on the freeway. There’s tons of routes
No..there she should be a post office in your area unless you live in the suburbs
Yes but walkable? Not likely
I live in a subdivision off of a highway. The post office is along the high way. Less than 2 miles away but still a highway and not walk friendly. Subdivisions are just weird to me. There just homes. Not even a small mom and pa shop or USPS drop box.
Houston is the 4th largest city in the United States and it has all the problems that large cities have (bad traffic, crime, etc) plus hot/humid weather during the summer months
Yes but a beautiful city nonetheless!
Some (mostly) free things to do in Housto: Houston downtown underground marbled tunnels (Mon-Fri), Sam Houston Boat Tour, Houston Bats, MetroRail (NRG to Northline to...), Houston Graffiti district, Miller Outdoor Theatre, Brazos Bend Park, Houston Cistern, Museum District, Historic Library (downtown), Houston Zoo, 5+ Major Universities, night club and restaurants galore😎 Too bad, so sad they closed the 61st floor of the JPMChase building.
We have a saying... It takes 2 hours to get to Houston from Houston.
Facts!!
Girl please! Houston is better than a whole lotta places.
It sure is. Thats why Im here.
Trueeee
Somebody from Houston call me please I need to see something
To you..but this hete channel amd she can post what she likes..
@@chocolateradiance7216 go to hell!
"barely see police"....THANK YOU for pointing that out. i know exactly what you mean seeing cops hiding to catch you speeding, lol. the lawlessness on these roads is crazy! My wife and i moved here from Boston and that's one of the main things i noticed. Mind you, i drive for a living so im on most of the freeways, i-10, the bletway, and the worse, 45.
I'm in Boston planning to move to Houston. Could tell me what it's really like living there compared to Boston?
I havent lived in Boston, only visited. Biggest difference is weather. The winters are brutal in Boston!
@@kimc5390 don’t move here we full
You sound like someone in Atlanta.
Great video!!
I actually moved from Houston after living there most of my life and now I live in Charlotte. It's funny you mentioned that Charlotte as being a city a lot of people consider outside of Houston. I can certainly understand why.
Interesting Yoyo. What made you choose Charlotte?
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi I got job offer I couldn't resist.
@@yoyosmiles3690 do you ever consider going back to Houston or do you really like Charlotte ? I live in Charlotte now originally from Pittsburgh and I’m considering Houston for better teacher pay and warmer weather . I’m kind of nervous about going that far by myself because I do like charlotte and I’m also getting kind of comfortable.
Thank you so much for your input I appreciate it. Definitely got anxiety with the driving on the highway I’m from Brooklyn so getting on the highway is optional. I need a prayer to face my fears on that evil highway. I’m moving in the summer wish me luck.
Good luck Abby!
Lol! I’ve been here since 2003 it’s interesting to hear your perspective, I personally think Houston is hot 90% of the time during the year, and because the land area is so spread out you definitely need “reliable transportation “ there are no subways to take you to the other side of town and metro doesn’t run in certain areas. One of the benefits of living here in my opinion are the job opportunities(with good pay) , if anybody were to tell me they moved to Houston and couldn’t find a job I would assume they weren’t looking
Wow you been here almost 20 years! How has it changed? Driving is a MUST! The job market definitely attracts alot of people! One of the biggest benefits is no state income tax to me! I have a video on the pros and cons of living in Houston coming out soon!
I'm moving to Houston myself in a few weeks and I have to agree with driving. I think it's a Texas thing. I'm originally from Louisiana but have lived in Dallas for 3 years and they drive like bats out of hell.
Its wild! Why are you leaving Dallas if you dont mind me asking?
How are you liking it so far, and which part do you recommend for new ppl? I move there in a few weeks and I can’t decide between downtown and Pearland
@@keishaalison7171 I like it! Its big and I feel almost everyone can find a home here. Downtown Houston and Pearland are VERY different. I honestly wouldnt live downtown. Its crowded and not safe. Pearland is suburban. It really depends on what you like to do and where you are in life.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi I was told to stay in the loop or somehow like that, what do that mean ? something about 1 10 highway ?
Yeah thats a popular saying. It basically distinguishes a popular area of Houston. Highway I-610
I’m in Houston I’ve been here forover20 years and I’m from Louisiana and I agree with everything you’re saying but you just have to learn to live with it it will get a whole lot easier for you
Hey Keshia. Im adjusting well for now. Thanks for watching!
I'm from NJ too, I notice a lot of people can't drive and shouldn't be driving. They make rules as they go, rather then following the driving rules. NJ/NY has mass transit. Here you will have people driving that normally wouldn't. Here there are so many seniors, and nervous drivers on the road in NY/NJ they take the transit. As a result, you have lot of fender benders accidents here. Where we are from is more compact there no room for errors,
You must follow the driving rules or else.. I like the middle turn lane, yea I had get use to it. I love the ample turn arounds on the feeders. It keeps the traffic moving.
I move here from NJ 2007 for the affordable housing, diverse homes and areas to choose from. Now because, of the influx of new comers home prices has risen. Another thing I mostly love here, is the clean roads, streets and, highways.. You don't see garbage, they take pride in their city.
The downtown area is very underwhelming. Half the blocks are just parking lots/ parking garages
I agree. In my most recent live I warned people not to live downtown. I would never.
@@EJIMANnenaNgoziwhat’s wrong with it?
Alot of noise and homelessness 🥲
I’ve been here for 13 yrs and everything you are saying has been my experience. The overwhelming experience I have gotten since I’ve been here has made me a stronger person. Navigating through this city made me move 30 mins outside of Houston 11 yrs ago. And now I’m ready to move again because the burbs are getting overwhelming now. My biggest issue is the extreme heat you cannot enjoy the summer days. I need a balance.
Oh wow where did you move from? 13 years is a long time so I’m sure you like Houston 😀
Thank you so much! You answered my thoughts 🤔 I was thinking about moving to Houston I am originally from Louisiana. I lived in Los Angeles for 34 years. I heard Houston was a good place to study the arts. I am a black harpist and I am a amateur astronomer, my daughter study the cello and we were looking for a nice area in Houston. But it's the same story everywhere. I am not a party person that's not my thing. I don't know what to think about our country anymore or our planet really. 😕 but thank you for not just taking the time to make this video, but for your honesty. My brother lives there but I have not seen him in over 30 years. I am not big on family that's how we grew up. I would not know him if I did see him. But anyway you help me realize what I have always known about Houston. I am back home in Louisiana. Tornados? I know what you mean. My daughter and I was in our apartment in Lake Charles when hurricane Laura slammed us. And Tornados. A supercell formed right next to our living room. The wather I do understand.
Austin, TEXAS sounds like a perfect fit for you.
You live in L.A. 1 in 6 people is an artist in L.A. New York and L.A. are arts cities. Chicago too. Not knowing your family....reconsider. Family is all you got. They are your advocates and defenders. Support structure.
@@rockon8174 Chicago is a terrible city for the arts and in LA everything has to do with Hollywood and that’s it.
Yes Houston is becoming like Atlanta, I was shocked. When I saw this happening 2 years ago I knew this city was on its way to fully changing
It really has changed since I first visited in 2020! Hopefully it changes slowly.
When you ladies say change, what do you mean? the people? culture? atmosphere? attitudes? food?
I feel like a city becoming like Atlanta isn't a job thing lol bc Atlanta is like a black Hollywood I heard
U-Turns are great like if you're at an intersection. Just make sure you don't do it if there's a sign telling you it's forbidden because otherwise it's legal.
They def make life easier Chris!
Girl welcome to the south. It’s hot 90% of the time. We are free. We don’t have the crazy restrictive laws like up north. We not getting in and out of the car in the heat 😂😂. Leave our drive thru’s alone. Pre order your groceries and pick them up in the drive thru. Tolls are $1.25 to $1.75 and registered to your tag. You paid a service charge, thats why your bill was high. No dating in the south. Men are tricks down here. Get your coins and move along. You have to go to the country not the city for a man. Get you an exterminator and not the leasing office for the bugs.
Im from Atlanta and Houston is starting to sound like home lol. I'll definitely adapt very well.
The problem is is Houston is a major metropolitan city and she is used to a smaller city. Jersey is way smaller than Houston.
NGOZIE Girl I LOVE you so much. YOU are always so real and truthful. I love Nnena also. You ladies have so really motivating videos. I live in San Antonio , Tx 22 years you already know. HELL NO DO NOT DO IT. I always heard stories about HOUSTON. But you ladies are such OPEN SWEET spirits. YOUNG and ready to live. Girl YOU SO COOL and real. Well at least you did it. We are not A TREE. If It is not what we want TIME to roll out. WE WHERE TO NEXT MAAMA.
I live in Houston and I love it,. Please don't move here, If things are so bad stay where you are currently living. Houston proud.
Thanks for watching.
I’m shocked the whole BBL trend is a thing in Houston. The food alone will give you a BBL. Lol at least it did for me.😂
Its getting bad. Was out last week and couldn't keep count of the BBLs I saw!
😂😂😂😂😂
🤣🤣😂 I
What is a BBL. Thanks
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi you are so right!!!!!!! It’s a mess!!!!
Im visiting Dallas this week for the 2nd time. I definitely would like to visit Houston.
🎯You are "On Point" with EVERYTHING you've said Sis!💯
Thank you!
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi YW😊
I live in Houston. When I 1st started driving on the highways here. I'd see what I thought was toll booths, see the prices but no workers and would just toss quarters there and drive off. Not knowing it would automatically charge my plates lol.
Thank you Kimo! people try and argue but many toll roads are not clear. Some roads dont even have booths just lights that take a pic of your plate and you get a bill in the mail. I have never seen workers in the booth either!
I injoyed your video I love it cause you telling the fact about Houston Texas me and my family surpose to be moving there in a few months but watching this I don't know cause you want to be somewhere you feel good at and comfortable at I thank you for this video
i'm from md looking to move to houston but i'm most worried about the driving aspect, i have major anxiety when driving on the highways so up north its easy to drive places without driving on a highway. i can't stand them and i know the highways in houston are hugeee
Yeah Bri the highways here are NO JOKE!
I also don't like driving on the highway
Then seriously reconsider Texas! Im still getting used to it.
You’ll love it, I moved from the dmv to texas and it’s way better than pg. but it has its flaws
The drivers here are horrible and dangerous. I'm always worried when my nieces drive here to visit. I live in the burbs so I try to stay out of the city so I don't have to deal with as much.
I loved to to Texas in August I am from Florida my husband is from Houston Texas but we live in cypress that’s Harris county but I can say I thought I was going to be afraid to drive but I was like oh okay it’s speeding cause in Florida they love to speed especially going to Orlando so I was used to the weather and the speeding plus traffic but i haven’t seen a water bug in our apartment thank god 😂😂the food is good and you will learn if you miss your turn you Can just go the back way especially to avoid the tolls
I’m Florida also. Quick question you met him in Houston or Florida? I’m moving to Houston soon and getting all the bad reviews on dating in Houston. Not good
Thinking about moving to Cypress. Would love to know your opinion?
I laughed when you said u-turns. Correct!
Girl im addicted to them now! I pop them whenever I can.
If you live in Southeast Houston it makes sense just don’t visit Sunny side and 3rd ward and northside isn’t better but it’s okay Kashmere gardens is okay but just be careful with the homeless
Welcome to Houston. I agree with you on the crazy weather and hard to navigate freeways 100%. It's hard to deal with. I think that the walking situation all depends on where you live. I live in a neighborhood right next to cross streets Cypresswood Drive and Champion Forrest Drive and it has plenty of walking space and trails. Its a beautiful area. As far as the bug situation I haven't had to deal with that but your landlord is probably using a pest control business who's not honest. If they come and spray once a month there would be no bugs but what they tend to do is either water down their chemicals or just use water so they can keep coming back and charging. My uncle owned a pest control business and I learned a lot about it and he taught me how to run the business honestly and thats how you keep faithful customers by giving great service. I worked for him in the summer growing up. You're right about all the plastic surgery going on here with certain women. When I first moved here it seemed like most women were either strippers or trying to get into modeling, music industry or date local musicians lol. They're in the wrong area for that. Go to California lol. I remember going with my son to a game store and he used a bunch of $1 bills that he'd been saving up to buy his game and the guy smiled and asked me if I was a stripper ! I was so pissed lol. He apologized and said he inly said that because there are a lot of strippers in Houston. I have never had plastic surgery and I don't dress like a stripper. There are a lot of great things and fun places to go in Houston and I hope you get to see that side and enjoy it here. Hopefully you can make some good friends who can who can show you the better side of Houston and the places that don't cost so much to go to.
Thanks Laura!
hey you have really good insight on houston! i’m looking to move there by sept with my 2 year old. do you know what’s a good area that’s safe, no bugs, n i won’t have a car yet so where things are relatively walkable
Charlotte ain’t all that! I’ve been here 4 years and haven’t found 1 decent guy. If you do, he’s already married and still trying to talk to you! Dating here is trash!
I hear this alot! Where do you meet guys if you dont mind me asking?
It's trash in Texas as well
Yes I appreciate the video. I will definitely be leaving Hamilton New Jersey. It was a pit stop. Thanks for the states on Houston.
Lived here for over 40 years. One of the best overall mega cities in the U.S. to live in. Just my opinion.
I agree! Thanks for watching.
I cant wait for my lease to end. I'm ready to leave Houston. It's always that weird vibe esp at work. It's too many of us I deal with a lot of hate and I know some others do too.There are not many sidewalks. In hood areas there is not much light and horrible streets filled with pot holes. Yep I'm moving around I might go to Austin. 😂I don't bother with night clubs at all.
Interesting, what industry do you work in? There are no sidewalks for sure. Have you visited Austin yet?
Your perspective is very helpful to me coming from Jersey, thank you.
Glad it was helpful Theresa!
Im from Houston i like watching video like this and hearing what others say its interesting hearing how your town is
I moved to New Caney
Your skin looks moister and nicer. I love this natural Nubian look.
Thanks Regina!
Great video! Thank you for keeping it real and letting us know. I’m planning to move to TX in the next few months from CA, and I’ve been there twice, and it is true, the driving is crazy and no cops, imagine they say CA is bad and I was shocked, that’s how bad it is over there, so I wasn’t really impressed with that. Also, I encountered a lot of road rage on I-45. Hopefully, the area I’m planning to move to, is not that bad, and it is still cheaper than CA, so, I’m not crazy about the weather, but you can’t have everything I guess…
Right you cant have it all! Thanks for watching.
Don't ruin TX
@@zachmorgan5164 Don’t worry I’m a Republican!
Don’t bring your politics here.
@@Polemic-2525 I’m a Republican & Christian! Not a Dem/Liberal
How is the job paying down there? I’m so ready to move to Houston. What kind of advise can you give a person from another big city of District of Columbia.
It really depends on the sector. Oil, gas and healthcare are big down here.
Driving in Houston: expect anything 😄
Literally! Thanks for watching Laban
Everybody... Everywhere drive crazy... Atlanta they say the same thing. LA, Dallas, New Orleans... It's the same..
I’m from Phx Az and have family in Houston. I have been looking into moving to Houston but like where I live I do not want to live somewhere where the sense of community is slim. People don’t make newcomers feel welcome where I’m at because of Political BS and nobody wants people from Cali moving to Phx because they think they are all radical “left loonies”. I just want to move somewhere where this is just not the case. I want to find a place where communities just have that social feel, people are friendly and welcoming and finding friends is a guarantee because almost Everyone is friendly… and believe it or not I’m sad after seeing the comments that Houston may be one of those places people are becoming so self absorbed they almost do not have a social life… it’s all make believe on social media. My next step is visiting so I can find out for myself… obviously that’s a must when you want to make a move!
Wow Mo I hope you make the right decision for you. I love the weather. Its hot but everywhere is ac to the max, which I dont prefer but I get it. They anticipate the heat. I suggest visiting during the summer months, July and August esp and see how you tolerate the weather.
I just moved to Huston been here 3 weeks, the weather is ok to me the driving true I’m from Memphis an the lanes are unreal but the people pretty nice ..I like it so far so good an yes ma’am bugs 🐜 in the apartments no matter how clean you are I said next year I’m doing a house..
Girl the bugs are driving me CRAZY. Stay tuned to our next video and I hope your subscribed. Also check out our Houston, TX playlist.
I'm considering moving to Houston, but NYC is a fabulous city with way too much to do. It also has winters for God's sake!
Yup but the city hasnt been the same since the pandemic. Alot of people have left tbh. But it still is unique. But I do not like winter at all.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi ...I do. Who wants to be hot all the time? Got to be cold sometimes. :))
Black people who want a small town atmosphere should consider Beaumont,TX. Its more affordable and you can drive to Houston for special occasions.
Thank you!
I lived on the East Coast and yall are infested with water bugs. I’ve seen them in every state. If you’ve experienced Texas, you’ve pretty much experienced every state in the South 🤷🏽♀️
I have never seen these bugs in New Jersey. This is my first time.
I am enjoying this series. It is entertaining and informative. I live that you are staying a bit longer. I just watched your update video
Thank you! Make sure you watch the Houston, Texas playlist on our channel as well 😊
You are absolutely correct about lack of law enforcement in Houston. That to me is a big problem. I have called numerous political staff in Harris county. No one seems to care . You however are very perceptive . Also up north we have speed and red light cameras, I was told speed cameras are illegal in Texas that’s crazy No police none.
Atlanta has cameras everywhere. You'll get a ticket in the mail with a picture of your car running a red light. Plus the police are getting everyone with a ring door bell camera to allow them to access your system if they need to. And everyone is signing up. The ones with something to hide aren't.
They did cameras for a while but 90 percent of the city complained and they took them out
The turn you were referencing is called a michigan left. There all over the midwest also many roundabouts.
Thanks for providing the term!
Bengal bug spray will get rid of water bugs, etc. even in Louisiana and Houston Metro area.
I got tempo sc and I cant wait to use it! I started seeing coackroaches!
Houston seems kinda close to the Windy City 🏙️🌆✨ love you Houston from chitown 💖
I just stumbled upon this - Suprising you've never heard of cold fronts being from Jersey. They're spoken of often especially in the northeast.
Yup I never heard of it! Ive learned so much since moving to Houston.
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi We'll enjoy sis!
I've driven through, been a visitor and honestly, Houston intrigues me. Guess that's how I came to your post.
Good info though, thanks for the post.
Been here 3 months and yes to every thing you said. I too am thinking about going to Dallas once my lease is up. I’d like to know who’ve you made friends with? I’ve made more friends with other people coming from other states than I have with people born and raised in Houston?
Aww give it some time. Why are you considering Dallas? Is their something in particular attracting you there? Most my friends have moved from other states as well.
Hello Greetings from the Bronx New York!
I personally think Houston is OVERRATED. Actually All big cities are overrated…
Yeah big cities can be overrated!
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Factz!
Thanks for the video, bueatiful... 😃
You could of Googled ALL of this. Also, try using a map, or try getting familiar with the concept of a map.
you can only google so much. Experience is the best teacher
Lol. Girl thank you. I’m in the process of relocating from Jersey too and this is helpful. I thought it was just me, they do have a lot of drive thru’s and the restaurants, some of them the way you order takes some getting used to. Like it seems like there are a lot of places where you order at the counter and then someone will bring your food.
Ive been here since Jun 2022. Its not the traffic, its the drivers. So be aware.
Great video. Im from Houston but left home about 25 years ago. Everything you said about my hometown is correct. Im almost certain I will only return for a visit every now and then.
Thank you! Where are you now if you dont mind me asking?
If you’re complaining about being here. Why are you here? #NATIVETEXAN
Im not complaining LaTosha just speaking on my experience.
I absolutely agree with you, Texas is completely different from New Jersey.
It sure is! Thanks for watching
I don't understand what she is complaining about, I was born and raised here to answer some of her questions they don't have as much space as Houston does and people move here for the cost of living, there is no state taxes here night life is the same in every city or state just like driving did you really think we had horses and buggies and no cars.
Relax Anthony lol. Im not complaining just stating these observations. Thanks for watching!
Lol I think you have the BBL situation wrong….HOUSTON has always been known for its thick and pretty women and strip clubs…it’s literally the reason the other cities adopted the BBL culture because they wanted to mimic the natural bred women in Houston..the literal old saying is “All the pretty girls are in Houston”…Now with the influx of people migrating down here to Houston from other places has those same women wanting to get there bodies done to fit in and compete with the corn fed country thick women..!
Yes but those moving in still live here and are creating the BBL culture. When they walk by one cannot decipher if they are a native of Houston or not.
Is it the corn or the steriods injected in chicken and beef?
I don’t even live in the US but found this so informative. I like how you present your experiences and observations too, thanks a lot 😊
Glad it was helpful!
You are so funny😁. You said you ain't about that life... girl you are so funny. I want to Thank you for sharing because I have been really thinking g about where I like to move to and so I appreciate your point of view and experience. I'M from CHICAGO now I live in California and I'm thinking of where to go next.
Thank you! Nowhere is perfect but some places are better. What part of California are you in?
Tolls are a pain in the neck. Yea you are right about how they drive in Houston like there always in a hurry (leave earlier)so you don't have to go 100 on the freeway.
Lololol, I'm crying. Welcome to Houston :D :D
Thank you!
Yo,wow I believe that you may want to move over to Dallas, I so believe that it may very well be so much better to live their,just saying I've been looking for myself ,so that maybe I will come to live their someday, I'm so sad to hear all this it's really bad, stay well .
Been to Dallas a few times and its not my vibe. Good for families but a bit too slow and expensive. Thanks for watching!
What kind of research did you do before you moved to Texas. Was it just spur of the moment. You’re in the south- weather, bugs, driving and crime is a big deal. You should have done you’re home work. I live in Louisiana, 2 hours away from Houston, and I avoid it like the plaque. Only go out there if it’s work related. It’s survivor of the fittest. Good luck.
Thanks Renee. I did over a year of research aka "homework". Like I mentioned you will never know everything even if you research for years. Somethings have to be learned on the job.
Lol it's not that bad...🤣🤣🤣 it depends on where you live at. I live close to the energy corridor and don't have to get on the interstate unless I am going into the city which I hardly ever go. I can get to majority of the places in my area without the interstate
I’ve lived in Louisiana and I would much rather live in Texas.
@@kiaj.d.5855 I’m not crazy about Louisiana, but I could maybe do Austin or San Antonio. Never Houston or Dallas.
Yup ppl from Louisiana are coming to Houston in droves!
Stay off 610 near the galleria between the hours of 8am to 8pm heavy traffic....I Love My City
A lot of the New Yorkers go to Dallas, I met a lot of New Yorkers being in Dallas
Interesting!
@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Dallas feels more like a business city to me while Houston is more of an LA/Atlanta vibe that’s probably why a lot of them come here
Makes sense!
If you get a rental plz include your tolls I’m from Detroit and lived in Phoenix Az I’m use to the traffic because you have drive every where in Phoenix.
I know exactly what you’re talking about as far as the U-turns! Loll 🤯
Yes I was shook at first but now its my favorite!
I agree with everything your saying, I moved here from California straight culture shock 😢
5:19 im in maryland and was raised in maryland but my family comes from louisiana and ive been many times, the drive thru pandemic is real lmao, ive seen drive thru liqour stores and daiquiri shops and so much more its wild
Its alot!
I'm from NY all my life and visited Dallas a couple of times and I truly think Texas drivers are just as bad as NY'ers lol. And yes there are no cops on the highways ever!!! lol
Girl one of my first times driving in Houston and a F-150 cut me off at a u-turn like wtf 😭🤣
Girl its crazy down here! Plus barely ever cops on the highway so people take advantage. Thanks for watching!
Nothing like the East Coast! The vibes are different tho. Ppl are friendly here
Yes girl this drove me crazy when I 1st got here I was screaming sometime out loud thinking that I was gonna crash into someone or something with the U turns and the feeder roads lol
If your in the South (VA to TX) I feel like you need a car. Also, bugs are everywhere down this way. Then it’s also drive thru with most places these days. I think you will not see drive thurs in downtown areas. I think you would like a smaller midsize southern city if you ever leave Houston.
The bugs are def a southern thing! Thanks for watching