Before Moving to Houston Texas Watch This..

[@JeroyW]

Embracing every step of the way!

[@Lounge_And_Talk]

Great video! As a Texas native most women carry protection here. Also, if you drive a truck you should invest in a catalytic converter lock. Most of us keep a wheel lock! Please don’t keep the lock in your car🤦🏽‍♀️ Stay away from certain crime infested neighborhoods!

[@JeroyW]

💎 💎 💎

[@hawaiigurl]

I need the list of all crime infested neighborhoods asap please 😭….

[@cphoenix6378]

Also a New York native and thought about moving to Houston. Any advice is well appreciated from anyone who currently live or lived there. Areas, jobs, politics, and any important information.

[@hectorpayano2870]

Hey Jeroy. We spoke in 2018 about my intentions in moving to the city of Houston. Your videos helped a lot on that decision. I watched your videos about Houston and what to expect from the city. I moved to Texas in 2019 and moved to Houston in 2021. Thanks for your help. Peace

[@JeroyW]

Much respect 🙌

[@Atochabsh]

The traffic is no joke and the problem is that the highways do not go where you need to go. If it does, then it's a toll road. So many resort to the surface streets where are almost always bumper to bumper. Even on off traffic times you will wait 2 to 3 maybe 4 light cycles to turn left. Why? Because left turn lanes are mostlyl all one lane when they should be two. Also be aware that cell phone usage is NOT against the law while at a red light. Therefore when the light turns green most people are busy on their phones.

[@JeroyW]

Truth!

[@tadan1111]

Thanks for sharing

[@sylviamontalvo5352]

I have been living in Houston, Tx. for 59 years and I know how people drive, that is something you have to watch out for.

[@lisanewton8237]

If you want to limit the amount of crime that effects you, move to a safer neighborhood. If you live in the Houston city limits you can expect to be broken into, to have you vehicle broken into, to be harassed or assaulted as a female, to be harassed by the homeless, to maybe experience a home invasion (depending on where you live). If you live outside the city limits, preferably in a far outlying area, like Katy, you are way less likely to experience any of that or maybe just get your car broken into. You definitely will not come out of your house or apartment in Katy, Sugarland, The Woodlands, Conroe and find your car on blocks. Although, the catalytic converter thefts are everywhere and unavoidable but they happen less in very rural areas because most people in rural areas own guns to hunt and protect themselves. Ironically enough, less shootings happen in those areas. I think it's because everyone knows not to mess with them. Lol

[@Joeywilkins27]

I never had a problem and I live in what’s considered the hood, in Clinton park

[@lisanewton8237]

@@Joeywilkins27 there are a few that don't experience problems. Usually it's locals that know what they can get by with or what they need to do to defend their property. My mom has lived in Tasfield, off of 59 and Little York for 50 years, but she knows how to prevent people causing problems. But, there are still there's a difference between one hood and another hood. There are some places that are absolute no go areas here and some that are mildly bad, it varies from hood to hood. I wouldn't set a foot in Trinity Gardens and there are a few more that are just too much extra. I use to work near Clinton Park. It's ok. But Trinity Gardens, Braeburn Gardens, Kashmere Gardens, etc, those are absolute no go zones. But, if you expect a quiet family neighborhood or to have some sort or police protection don't live in the Houston city limits. Unless you live in River Oaks you can't expect any level of care by anyone in HPD if your property gets stolen.

[@Elena-er7zp]

bruh- crime around me, but nothing affect me. how about keep your wealth in stocks and not your vehicle?

[@Fuckyatrap]

It doesn't happen in every area inside the loop in city limits, you've got very safe neighborhoods inside city limits like Tanglewood, River Oaks, Bellaire, uptown etc. Cars on bricks definitely doesn't happen in surrounding cities in Houston like Cypress, Kingwood, The Woodlands

[@waldo-ot6ul]

My college roommate moved there for work and he doesn't like it at all. It's too hot in the summer among other things. The homes are not badly priced. But he misses West Virginia I have visited 3 times and for me it was to spread out not my type of city personally but not a big city person. Bought land in Tennennesse. But glad you enjoy it there

[@darianreese123]

Great video, completely honest video 💯 “One Love” 👌🏽 #StayTrueToSelf

[@JeroyW]

Facts my guy! #StayTrueToSelf

[@lovenspired]

Thank you for this video. I appreciate the dynamic of your opinions (you being a resident for < ten years vs her as a resident of 20+ years). Hearing you both agree on a lot of the points that I had concern for was validating. I've never lived in Houston but I've had many ppl 'romanticize' the idea of living/moving to Houston that I was strongly considering the move for a job. However, when I visited I did not enjoy the practical things of my experience like dealing with the danger of the highway driving. As someone who's heard from my mother all the time to slow down (bc I'm a fast driver), I could not believe the SPEED that people were driving in Houston (and VERY recklessly, just like you described in your video). Driving 80 mph felt like I was doing 55 mph on the highway due to the number of cars speeding past me. The other dangers mentioned, like theft, traffic, random targeted violence against women, and the overall packed population of it all sounds like I would deal with constant anxiety as a single woman living alone in Houston. This video gave me added clarity about my decision lol.

[@venturebeats7224]

I remember your first Houston video...Very happy to see you doing well out there man!

[@JeroyW]

Appreciate it!

[@Mayoyaquiwarrior]

Great video I been living in houston long time I'm from north of Philly and I will say for auto theft in houston is bad most common vehicles stolen is chevy gmcs an any GM cadillac, don't matter if u got onstar they can break in steal your car less then couple mins without breaking a window , I love houston its my home I have moved away for 10 years throughout Texas I been to every major cities and towns and all I said got to get back to Houston and well I'm back so reason I came back traffic sucks but there's no place like HTOWN

[@MBmysterio]

The beginning spoke to me so, I had to pause the video. I'm in NYC now! I've been thinking of Houston before the pandemic happened.

[@cphoenix6378]

Same here! I was shocked to learn how diverse Houston is. My only concern is needing a car to get around. Being from NY, I never got my driver's license.🤦🏾‍♂️

[@waldo-ot6ul]

If stolen tires are that big get a key lock for your rims they go where one of the lug nuts are and they won't be able to steal it auto zone or any parts store sells them

[@JeroyW]

Read this twice yall lol! Got key locks on her car and my car👍

[@okisoba]

I grew up in Houston in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s and crime depends on whether citizens care about enforcing the laws by appointing tougher judges and improving and empowering the police force. Murder rate was insane in the late 80s and early 90s. It was in the 600s at its peak. People were fed up with it and voted in a new mayor in 1992, Bob Lanier, who did all the aforementioned stuff. If you're old enough to remember the 90s then you'd remember Guiliani did the same thing in New York. Crime went down. Houston voted the former police chief to be mayor after Lanier who continued to be pretty tough on crime. Things have been going downhill for some time and sadly things will probably have to get pretty bad before the pendulum swings back...

[@sheenahammond1442]

I've heard of so many stories of tires being stolen in texas. Here in Chicago they take the whole damn car

[@Mayoyaquiwarrior]

They do take the whole car here in houston over 40 auto thefts a day

[@sheenahammond1442]

@@Mayoyaquiwarrior wow

[@sonja4164]

Wow...I had no idea Houston was off the hook like that.

[@livlore_oliviajade]

I really appreciate this video! Thank you for your honesty and insight - I find that a lot of other videos include big pros with very petty cons so I tend to question the truth in it all you know? Thanks again!

[@JeroyW]

No problem! Glad it was helpful

[@emiliaessentials]

Which areas are safe affordable family friendly to live?? Does it get very cold there?? Do you have crocodiles problems, love bugs?? What are the properties taxes on a average?? Does it hail in all texas?? Flood?? Is more humid or dry? Is there tornados, hurricane??

[@sonja4164]

I like when you guys collab videos.

[@Jerryjy24]

Good information bro! Now do an update on the pros and/or things you can expect when living in Houston. Maybe people are not aware of how diverse Houston is? Some people still think Texas is all cowboys and bbq ribs 😂. It’s not! I can’t wait to move back

[@JeroyW]

hahah this was a great read!! Thank you

[@p2a0p2e0r1]

Houston had less crime and was safer pre-2018 midterm elections (You can check the crime statistics). A LOT of very liberal and lenient judges were elected into office and they are giving out very low bonds and light punishments so there are many criminals on the streets nowadays. Pre-2018 they would be in jail/prison instead of roaming around and causing problems to the people that live here. I voted for a lot of these judges in 18, I will be voting against them this November. I suggest the same to those who want to see crime decrease in the future.

[@ShanelleShanelle032]

I def wanna move to Texas especially after I found out my job is located out there but as researching I luv it

[@JeroyW]

Great city!

[@Lounge_And_Talk]

😂 the reason for our road rage is the amount of people that aren’t from here and don’t understand the commute or our roads.

[@elitehunterz]

What’s a few great areas to live, and where’s a few to definitely be away from? Thanks looking for the right spot!

[@JeroyW]

Katy,Woodlands,Heights

[@bestsneakers]

Thanks for the video. I am seriously considering moving to Houston but you just scared me, making me second guessing. Still what if you not interesting in getting a car where would you suggest in Houston to live and maybe work without a car? I am moving from NYC. Thanks. Blessings.

[@JeroyW]

Hey! Don't be scared the city is great just has its cons like everywhere else! Downtown or over by the medical center are two areas with solid public transportation

[@bestsneakers]

@@JeroyW Thanks.

[@vladimir7350]

Drivers are so aggressive in Houston because everything is wild far, the expressways are huge, and we're always in our cars. The only way to make Houston feel like a "normal" sized city is to do 90mph everywhere 😂 Once people get out of their cars, they're as friendly as can be. It's like that old Mr. Wheeler cartoon with Goofy.

[@vannahs]

any types on how to prevent tires being stolen? which wheel locks are best

[@JeroyW]

Gorilla locs are solid

[@yorbinflores9624]

I'm glap to watch you again blessing my bro

[@JeroyW]

Blessing!

[@ModestbyMei]

This video has me rethinking about moving there. Wow sounds very dangerous

[@JeroyW]

Great city so I dont want to scare you away! I believe everywhere can be dangerous.. Just sharing my honest experience. I have plenty of videos on the pros of Houston

[@GoogleAccount00]

Same

[@tadan1111]

That come with any big popular city

[@DylanFree3]

Yessir big drops!! 🔥‼️

[@JeroyW]

My guy!

[@iggwhy5380]

Visiting my man's family in Houston next week 😬 he wants me to move there..... uuuuuh.... I'll stick to San Diego.

[@jamesianno]

My NYC brother. Staten Island aka staten Italy. I left to go to Tennessee.

[@JeroyW]

Ayyy respect!

[@nicholasbarusso4634]

My wife and I are moving to Texas this summer. My job is going to be in Galveston, and we are looking for areas in between Houston and Galveston. Any recommendations? We were looking at League City, Friendswood and Pearland.

[@giselastorytellingshow]

Great day Guys. Those are great towns that are growing fast but right now they are great areas. I have friends in League City.

[@humblerecordzproductions184]

When you were considering moving to Houston, how did research what areas to live in? Like how’d you find out what areas were good and safe and which areas to pretty much avoid living in?

[@JeroyW]

Ive been visiting Houston since I was 7 for family.. so I was already acclimated with the areas I liked from exploring on my visits

[@brianbarrett5789]

THANK YOU VERY MUCH FPOR THIS VIDEO

[@kingsleysarfo.]

But they feel comfortable stealing in front of ppl ? It’s a lot of ppl around thought that would scare them away ..

[@brittanybutler2211]

I'm going for work for a month but now I'm like....ummmm what's going on?

[@JeroyW]

Youll be okay... I have plenty of videos of the pros of Houston just felt right to also discuss the cons Ive experienced

[@antoniostotts3795]

The 🐐!

[@sumthin2lukatsumthin2lukat40]

Bricks!!! My biggest take away is that Houston is ghetto!

[@matthewdurkin8881]

If you have a truck or suv get a tow hitch.

[@stlvillianlive3769]

What makes you say that?

[@Vibe69909]

Watching from NY! 😊

[@JeroyW]

Yerrrrrr

[@tjmax5211]

I will be in Houston Nov 13 staying in downtown Houston for a week. Any recommendations for good restaurants?

[@JeroyW]

Verdine, Korny Vibes, Moxies

[@_kickroxx_9706]

Love to see it

[@JeroyW]

My brotha!

[@MBmysterio]

Can you give the information for self-defense instructors?

[@JeroyW]

Send me an email @[e-mail]

[@lunabombay]

Legend 👏🏽

[@JeroyW]

Respect bro!

[@lunabombay]

@@JeroyW sis** lmao no worries

[@justincariaso870]

Idk why but the background looks like your old apartment

[@JeroyW]

haha I can see that

[@chun1htx_288]

Facts on facts on facts on FAAAAACTS!

[@JeroyW]

on facts

[@abdulmoheman4236]

Bro my height is stopped increasing and I can't do stretching also so by taking proper sleep can I increased my height properly please tell

[@JeroyW]

Ayy man I did have a viral video butttt im not the height guru lol.. Remember it all comes down to genetics and great posture

[@rvotbeats]

Facts 🤘😎

[@JeroyW]

big facts

[@benjaminoyewole3034]

I was born here

[@d_millz]

Sounds like Atlanta

[@tadan1111]

My thought exactly

[@FIOBOC]

👏👏

[@Ajcrtz8]

🐐

[@JeroyW]

My guy!

[@Marc_Kennedy]

My girl just got her car stolen in the Hermann Park area

[@JeroyW]

Dang at Hermann.... Smh hope solution goes well

[@shane9040]

stop moving to houston people. making everything so damn expensive. move to ohio

[@MoreMaCc]

they do all those CONS in NYC too lol

[@JeroyW]

facts lol

[@antonjahn-vavrus2701]

Love from Minneapolis family 💜

[@JeroyW]

Much Love

[@lcpcchz4675]

A lot talking bad about houston n yet they move here from elsewhere

[@JeroyW]

The truth doesn’t have to be bad.. Idk If your referring to us but we love the city don’t get it twisted

[@flyingeagle3750]

I guess NYC is safer then.

[@JeroyW]

😅

[@corvettelover1657]

My husband name is Mr Glock 😃

[@JeroyW]

Oh you safe safe lol

[@corvettelover1657]

@@JeroyW that just one of my husbands k brought many 😂 Little ones

[@nomadictravelerfromTx]

I've been in Houston since segregation but trust me "Houston is trash now". I'm planning my escape as I'm typing this.....lol

[@princerak8881]

I want to move to Houston becasue the diversity but heard its extremely dangerous

[@JeroyW]

Houston is beautiful.. Yes it has its "dangers" but everywhere else does as well ya know

[@Mayoyaquiwarrior]

Yeah just got to be aware of your surroundings houston has everything a city mixed with exotic nature and forest an beach very diverse city

[@Yandelvillegas]

👺👺🎇🎇🎇

[@terranceof2007]

Love the video been rocking since day 1 the metro rail days 🎉 I will follow you on instagram

[@JeroyW]

Respect!!