From Selling It ALL To Living The Florida Dream!

[@trulivingtampa]

Thinking about making the move to Tampa Bay? Reach out! We're here to help. Juan Alcala - Tampa Realtor 📲 Call/Text Direct at [phone] 📲 Email: [e-mail] 📅 calendly.com/juan-alcala/45 👨‍💻 Website: www.tbhomesearch.com/ Follow us on Instagram: instagram.com/juan.alcala.realtor/

[@jspatsjr]

How much do you charge for 45 mins on your calendar?

[@Moving.To.Charleston]

This video offers a great perspective on the pros and cons of moving to Tampa, Florida, especially for families! It highlights some important things to consider, like the cost of living. You spend $1500 a month on groceries for your family of 5. This is a helpful benchmark!

[@lindafukuyu5767]

You just want to live where you want to stay and struggle. Good or Bad is personal preference. Just enjoy where you live.

[@AuntLorasHouse]

Do you have a video where you share finances for living in Florida food restaurants outings homeschooling housing etc

[@davidmccoid2704]

Hi guys we are looking at moving from the UK to Florida not sure where in Florida any advice would be great , Love the content 💪🏼

[@TampaTec]

Great video 👍 I did the same thing in 1999, after my dad passed away 1998 when I was 21 I decided to save to move to Tampa Florida by myself. I'm from NY and lived in NJ which was expensive. NJ: Car inspections every year, tolls everywhere, cold 🥶, state tax, pay for dirty beaches, traffic, cops pull you over often. Florida: beautiful free beaches, less tolls, was less expensive but now expensive, no car inspection, no state tax, but more gun violence and can't swim in lakes or pond because gators and big bugs. Visiting Florida just stay away from ponds.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing. I appreciate you!

[@JuliannePage-d5l]

Born and raised in southeast Michigan. Begging my husband to move down here. This video stole my heart. Well said ! Thank you for the honest and heartfelt information and opinions!!

[@trulivingtampa]

Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for the kind words and for watching!

[@cindystiles4671]

As a 66 year Florida Native who's entire Family has been GENTRIFIED from Florida, I recommend you really look at the FACTS of what is happening to Florida with the HOARDS OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE CREATED CHAOS FOR THE STATE. Not to mention, the whole thing is a Republican mess. You better start looking at all the FACTS. Living in HUMAN OVERPOPULATION is in no way a quality of life. Florida is in a huge bubble created by the Republicans, and it is about to burst. Start looking at what is happening to the condo's and mobile homes. It is starting to trickle down to single family homes.

[@Hillsidelanscapemanagement]

There's a number of good, small Churches in the state. That being said, there's also a lot of the mega churches where Jesus takes a back seat to money. It will probably take some time but you'll be able to find one

[@kevingrandyify]

Please don't

[@steeltown2946]

Please do not move here, we are full.

[@tarafawe4579]

I feel like your words are coming right out of my head. My husband and I moved to the Tampa area in December of 2021 from central MA. We were born and raised in MA and took the plunge in our mid 40's to finally change our lifestyle. We were miserable from the weather and couldn't be happier now. We love the sunshine and are basically outside all day. I agree most people living in FL are from somewhere else. It's nice to know others are feeling the exact same way we do. Great video! ❤

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing and I’m glad you love it here too!

[@jamestopeka2236]

Me too

[@chuckdameron5626]

Tampa is really expensive now traffic is bad home insurance is high in Tampa food cost is higher in Florida you have to shop at Walmart car insurance is high if you are not making at least 75 to 100 grand a year in Tampa it's going to be hard

[@trulivingtampa]

I agree about the $75-$100K, but unfortunately, that's the new middle class in this country. Thanks for watching and sharing.

[@donnabashline4933]

I've lived in Tampa for the better part of my 70 Years and I agree about pricing, however Im on SS, which I have to supplement but I make no where near$75 or $100,000. And I'm still making it work. And I don't buy food at Walmart, their veggies are always moldy. Yuk. Of course I no longer have children at home.

[@nitroneonicman]

food isn't high relative to other parts of the US. I'm in Colorado and every time I go to Florida I can't believe how cheap everything is, how great traffic is, etc.

[@craigcanterbury954]

That may be true brother, but unfortunately I feel like California is in deep trouble 75 to 100 K to buy a home. Here is completely unheard of that is why I’m choosing to move to Tampa.

[@marknewton6984]

Hard every where. Might as well have Sunshine. 😎

[@graysonbuttercheeks3136]

Traffic in Tampa is ridiculous…lived in Westchase driving to downtown for work every day was a nightmare. We moved back to the Midwest because the insurance costs were ridiculous…car…homeowners and flood insurance was the reason we left.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing.

[@btcgod77]

lol 😂 live where you can afford to live if you can’t afford to live in Florida then leave and don’t complain lol 😂

[@marknewton6984]

Enjoy the snow.😮

[@jayroo26]

I live in westchase. This is a great area. Close to the beaches and an easy drive to downtown And traffic is not bad compared to other major metros. It probably just seems bad because you're from the Midwest. Everything is wide open. I had a friend visit me from the Midwest and he had the same opinion. He didn't like the traffic. But he loved the beaches and lifestyle. I'll take traffic over cold, but to each their own.

[@barryfohn4385]

@@btcgod77 It's way over-priced and to tell the truth, Florida is not that nice anymore. It's way, way over-crowded. Traffic is insane. Most of the natural areas have been city-fied. It's full of nasty, ugly condos. Yet some fools still think that they want to live there.

[@Gemmarose9012]

We’re fortunate to enjoy three of the four seasons in the beautiful northeast. Florida is fantastic to visi from January until April!!!!

[@AndrewH91]

Glad I randomly stumbled upon this video and watched it through. Currently residing in the Midwest and looking to relocate to somewhere with more pleasant weather. You hit the nail on the head describing the weather of this region.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing and watching, Andrew!

[@lrc87290]

Wait a bit. Bargains coming to Florida. Inventory exploding in some areas.

[@absolutecrypto95]

​@@lrc87290do you think the market will drop seems Tampa way to pricey. Seems people value there houses way to high and there not renovated.

[@jamesb9244]

Juan, I enjoyed your video and it made me smile. My wife and I are native's of Florida born and raised. Its funny how 20yrs ago nobody new of Florida except for vacations. We are getting ready to retire in a few more years ,but we are moving to Western North Carolina where we bought 5 acres. Going back to our roots and a slower paced life. Florida is slowly becoming California. Home owners Insurance and car Insurance are crazy high and are not slowing down. Gas and food prices have tripled. i say this just like you not to scare people away but to give them a little insight in to what is happening with costs. We have enjoyed your lifestyle are whole lives, we had a boat went out past the skyway and up through Gandy watched the Hillsborough river get Greened on Saint Patrick's weekend. Been to Gasparilla on the water with the flotilla so many times we cant even count. Florida is beautiful and there is so much to do and available to do for family's. What we are tired of is the heat, Hurricanes, traffic and prices. For us its the opposite we want to retire to a place where we see the seasons and where there is less noise pollution like sirens, airplanes and construction. I want to wake up and listen to birds chirping. Anyway we both are blue collar workers set to retire in 29 on state retirements and we will be building our retirement home. I gladly will pass the beauty and splendor to you and your family and all other family's that move here, but I will not miss the extreme Heat in the summer and the Hurricane watches and warnings and the never ending price increases that happen every year when its time to renew your insurances. It seems like the Native Floridians are trading place with other married couples. Its true there are not many of us left. I was born here when Florida was still considered a southern state. Best of luck to you and your family and as excited you were to move here, we are to move to NC and retire. We will come back to see our friends and visit form time to time. I may look you up in a couple years when we are ready to sell our home and move. Enjoy!

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing, James. We’re grateful for the Florida y'all built. We’ll do our best to keep it

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing, James. We’re grateful for the Florida y'all built. We’ll do our best to keep it

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing, James. We’re grateful for the Florida y'all built. We’ll do our best to keep it

[@Swank2387]

My wife and I moved our family to Tampa a year ago. We came from Kentucky and do not have any family here as well. It’s been a huge change but has been amazing we love it here.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing. I'm glad it has been good for y'all as well!

[@Aggie4life77]

I agree about being 15 minutes from the beach if you move to Florida. That’s such a large reason why you move there.

[@trulivingtampa]

Yes, it is.

[@HotelSnob]

Exactly! But weirdly some people live there and never go to the beach.

[@athena10867]

I have family in Florida and have visited for long periods of time but can’t say I am fond of the beach or the weather except for maybe January ( live in Illinois). I guess I am spoiled but I have spent all my summers on the Greek islands and comparing the gulf to Mediterranean is no competition. I also hate reptiles and sharks so there goes me not even setting foot in that water. That said different strokes for different fokes and I can see why so many flock there and the one place I am fond of and like the best is the Tampa area.

[@tonyzito4628]

​​@@athena10867 I did not know there were no sharks in the mediterranean.

[@HotelSnob]

@@athena10867 well, it’s no Greek islands, 😂 …and if we are going there…Greek islands can’t compare to Hawaiian 🌺 islands, though they are more affordable.

[@jayroo26]

I had the opportunity to move back here 3 years ago after 16 years in the DFW area. While Dallas is a great city with everything you could possibly need, it has nothing you actually want. No beaches, no mountains, and crappy weather. It's either extremely hot, extremely cold, or extremely windy. I just never enjoyed it there. I would fly out to the Tampa area as often as I could but got sick of seeing the ocean only once or twice a year. I'm so glad I moved back!

[@carlapopper]

Hi. Love this video. I'm currently living in Chicago. Been here 27 years and I can't do another winter here. I suffer from seasonal depression due to not being so cold here. I cry when I made the decision to leave Chicago for Florida. Chicago has been so good to me and my family. My 5 children were born in Chicago. We are not living san active lifestyle and I loveeeeeee Florida and I'm obsessed with the beaches.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing and watching.

[@CheerfulSandals-ph5ry]

I spent 20 years in Florida ( native New Yorker). I lived in Orlando when I first came to the state but like you guys I wanted to be by the beach and found myself in St Pete. I lived between Pinellas and Pasco County. I do remember living in a subdivision with a baby gator (about 5 feet long) that lived in the pond across the road. The bugs I encountered and the amount of humidity is crazy. What brought me to your comment section though is what you mentioned: most people are not from Florida. Between the snowbirds and transplants it’s hard to find someone that’s native to the state.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing!

[@KearaGilbert]

My dad is a 5th generation Floridian. That is true. I rarely meet anyone that go back That many generations.

[@atlanticalilly]

I just returned from Palm Beach. I currently live in a climate very similar to where u came from. Upstate NY Catskills area. Very similar. If u watch the Buffalo Football games then u just saw the fans digging out from feet of snow to sit in the sun zero temps to watch them play. I absolutely HATE it. I brought my kids and met up w family. My 12 year old had the same epiphany I had years ago. She said why don't we live here, it's beautiful, it's heaven, I hate it where we live, can we please move. I have been feeling the exact same way for years! But my husband has ties to his kids in this state. He is older than me w kids much younger than mine. I raised my kids alone, as a single Mom. He is a Stepdad,but doesn't play Dad to my kids. My kids don't have a Dad. It's all me and my family. I FINALLY got into a good place financially (outside of my Husband). I have expressed this desire to him, but he understandably says he can't leave his kids even though he doesn't see them that much. But this trip was it for us. My daughter and I were in literal tears leaving, taking off, landing. We hate it here. I have some family who live there, but they are not super close. But I've decided, I'm going to do it. I'm dead serious. My husband chose not to come with us and I realized if I never went home again I would be ok. I would just be happy and so would my kids. My son is off to college and my daughter is begging us to go. I hate it here. I have friends, but my best friend died of heart failure 2 months ago w us by his side. My Grandma who I grew up down the road from died 2 weeks ago, my other grandfather is suffering from dementia and has now stopped eating, he is dying. My husband and I don't have a lot going for us. It's miserable. I hate it everyday. I'm stuck in this grey freezing Hell for 6 months a year. In the summer I make my garden into a haven, dreading every minute until the weather comes and steals all life around me again for months. I suffer from seasonal depression. It's unbelievably expensive to live here. I'm finishing my degree I started and will be done this year. I'm just done. I'm done. That's the only place I've wanted to live since I was 12 and I used to go visit my Grandparents winter condo. Please God. I can't do this anymore. When I was away from my Husband... I realized I was fine, I was actually happy. Truly happy, and Florida makes me filled with joy. I don't want to wait. Life doesn't wait, it's over before we know it. Truly. I'm going to do it. Unfortunately it will mean the end of this marriage, and that wasn't my intent. But he tells me we don't fit well and he doesn't like me anyway, so wth. I need to go. Other than friends and my Dad, there is nothing left. But there,it feels like the world is beautiful again. I need to go. I have to. I'm giving myself 1 year. I appreciate your video

[@GEN_X_]

I moved to South Florida in 2008 from Michigan and it's not nearly as nice and affordable as it used to be. I bought my house in North Palm Beach in 2011 for $205K, same house now goes for 650K. Not sustainable. Between skyrocketing cost of housing and insurance, it is no longer viable to live here as a homeowner so I'm moving back to Michigan and buying a beautiful old large French Colonial home at a fraction of the price as Florida. I can always come back and stay in Florida for 1-2 months in the winter Jan-Feb as i work remote. Until the hordes of masses leave and prices go back down,. I wont be back living here. Adios Florida!

[@tomharris8668]

Left Southeast Michigan 14 years ago for Florida. Loved it, next week we are going back to Michigan. Had enough of hurricanes, traffic,HOA fees and insurance. Most of all lost a lot of great neighbors (deaths).

[@marknewton6984]

Enjoy the snow.😮

[@elsie412ok]

@@marknewton6984 and enjoy spring, summer and fall! I only knew Florida before I was chased out, but I love 4 seasons now. My hubs said it best “there’s always something to look forward to”.

[@Heybros233]

I love this video. So many of these realtor videos are so cliche and boring. You both are genuine and very relatable- thanks for this information 🐚🌊🌺🧜‍♀️🐙🐬🌴

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you. I appreciate you!

[@josecardona136]

Thanks for giving real dollar amounts for expenses and being so honest. Looking to retire in 5yrs and move to the Tampa area from NY. Hope by then FL has the home insurance crisis under control. Great video.

[@trulivingtampa]

You’re welcome and thanks for watching.

[@behonestwitheverythingande6833]

The last thing is don't come running to Florida and vote for the same failed policy's you did in your native state. Thank you and God bless Amen and Amen 🙏🏼 🙌 ❤️

[@samuelhildebrandt9074]

Do you welcome me with open arms if I vote trump? I'm from Canada and we have a literal shithead for a leader and he's been decimating our country for over 8 years🫠

[@samuelhildebrandt9074]

If I let people know I'm coming as a Canadian "republican" will people be more friendly and willing to help me out? Or will they just be happy I'm not an idiot and continue on their way? Just a general question?

[@jamestopeka2236]

​@@samuelhildebrandt9074 I will get back to you once I go ask everyone in Florida lmao 🤣 that's funny question . Sorry 😞

[@samuelhildebrandt9074]

@jamestopeka2236 it wasn't really a serious question, but low key serious 😅

[@jamestopeka2236]

@@samuelhildebrandt9074 I know , I was just being funny 😂

[@ClarissaX10]

My family and I are working on moving to south west Florida by June. We are moving from NYC it’s just terrible here. New York is not what it use to be. We want to make a drastic change 😊thanks for this video.

[@trulivingtampa]

You’re welcome!

[@chompsquadaxieinfinity793]

From New York and i'm also thinking about making the move.

[@MichaelAdamo-s8d]

Florida is also not what it used to be, do your homework before moving

[@gladyssimo1]

Don’t bring your democratic views to FL,keep your liberal trash in NYC. Vote Red please. 🙏🏼

[@Wileytiger-el6pu]

You want to leave NYC for Florida? 😂

[@angelmartinez6271]

Fellow homeschool mom here! We are considering transplanting from TN. We have family scattered throughout Florida and are really looking at the Gulf Coast area. One of my biggest concerns is finding a new church, family, sports involvement for our daughter, and then homeschool groups so I’m really grateful to stumble upon your video! 😊

[@Anthony__420]

Check insurance rates. It’s ridiculous down here and getting worst every year. Make sure home is newer than 2005 built or forget about getting insurance unless you want to self insure which is like playing Russian Roulette with how warm the gulf waters are fueling these superstorms. Do your homework. I’m ready to leave!

[@domfer2540]

Really make sure you think about it very carefully. My family are Floridian for over 100 years, this may not be what you are looking for. We travel to TN to see our family that moved from Florida. It is much cheaper, crime is lower and life is better. I believe church’s are better in TN.

[@terilongacre854]

Very informative! Thank you for sharing! It was always my dream to move to Florida. I put serious consideration into it , however chose not to after being an empty nester and starting over at my age where I know nobody even though I lived in my home for 21 years raising my daughter alone it was still the state I was born and raised in. It was just a new area I knew little about. I hear how expensive Florida is which is everywhere anymore. Add the coastal flooding, hurricanes, tornadoes, bugs, alligators and brutal heat, not too mention overcrowded, for me staying in my state makes more sense. I live in a beautiful community where my grandmother lived most of her life and while I don’t have the beautiful Florida beaches, I do have a beautiful pool that I don’t have to maintain. I do pay a lot to live here, but I am the happiest I have been in a long time❤

[@HamRadioLiveShow]

Love your personality and sharing your faith. God bless you for that. We’re considering a move to Florida from Oregon after my brother passes away from cancer. We want to be in a warm climate finally. Hawaii is our first choice, but cost is more than I think God would have us be faithful stewards of our money. We’re looking for new or newer construction one level home that we can spend the rest of our lives in. A fenced backyard for our dogs. And some good beaches nearby at a cost no higher than $350,000. We’re sure praying on it. Nice video. Thanks for making it. God bless you.

[@trulivingtampa]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching. Feel free to call, text, or email if you have questions. But the best way to connect is via Zoom. I’ll walk you through the city using Google Maps and show you the best communities and neighborhoods that match your ideal lifestyle and budget. 📧 [e-mail] 📲 [phone] 📅 calendly.com/juan-alcala/45

[@Peyitforward]

Y’all perfectly summed up my experience since moving to Clearwater 2 years ago. Beautiful, warm, friendly, + great food, jobs, Churches, beaches, & more! If y’all haven’t yet, check out Moccasin Lake Park area, where I am. It feels like a hidden oasis here with tons of cool wildlife.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing!

[@DavidPerez-kk5mk]

Thanks you for your video. Looking at all possibilities of relocating from NY, maybe procastinating at this time. I applaud your success. I know about the home insurance issues and the condo situation in Fl which was my first choice of trying to re-locate.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you, David. Feel free to reach out. I’ll walk you through Tampa Bay using Google Maps and show you the best communities and neighborhoods that match your ideal lifestyle. 📧 [e-mail] 📅 calendly.com/juan-alcala/45

📲 [phone]

[@lao12450]

I really enjoy your videos! I moved to Largo in December 2023. I got married on IRB! My favorite beach! Love where I live! God’s blessings! ☺️

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you and congratulations!

[@ahoffman8285]

your video really hit home with me. We lived in Treasure Island for 11 years- made the tragic decision to move back to Grosse Pointe Farms to raise a family. Ugh. Michigan really is a ghetto. I’m happy you escaped. When we get the kids out of high school definitely moving back and looking at Seminole.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing!

[@dustinangell50]

Me and my wife are taking the plunge as well. Living in Minneapolis and we both HATE the gloomy weather. GREAT video. Subscribed! 😊

[@pinschrunner]

Native Floridian. Sw Florida. Currently inland. Miss the beach. I need to make a change. Too much traffic to drive there now.

[@MatthewMadler]

Well done, you are both accurate and honest, genuine. I moved 2yrs ago from metro Atl, tired of the big city grind, do love Georgia tho. Here in Fla its always sunny, and we have bugs, but your gonna have to drag me away from this, I live on a canal in a fishing village, its 40min to Walmart. Life is about choices and this is mine, be well all.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing and congrats on the move.

[@valricogarcia]

Good video. We did what you did back in 1996. I grew up in upstate NY and loved it but the long winters wore we out. We also had no chance of owning a house in NY due to high costs. We moved to florida (Brandon area) without knowing anyone here. Back then, florida was still cheap and we were able to buy a home within a year when both of us were only making 8.50 per hour. Hard to believe, right?? . Things are very different now though. Housing is extremely expensive. If I didn't already have my house, I doubt I could afford to live here. I honestly don't know how people manage here today. Lots of young adults can't afford to move out on their own. Large corporations are buying up every house they can get ahold of and charging very high rental prices. 3/2 homes in my modest lower-middle class subdivision are selling north of 300k and renting for 2500.00 per month. Today, living here isn't much cheaper , if at all, than where I lived in NY. Newcomers should also be aware of the homeowners insurance issue. You have to consider yourself lucky if a company is willing to insure you. Each year I have to cut my coverage back more to offset the rising costs. The heat is another issue, especially if you work primarily outdoors like I do. From nov 1st to april 30th, there's no place I'd rather be. It's glorious! But May 1st to October 31st is absolutely brutal and I swear it gets hotter every year. The only real solution is to be a "snowbird". That's truly the best of both worlds. I loved moving down here in 1996 and had lots of great experiences. However, I don't think I'd make the move to Florida today. I'd probably look more at Tennessee or some place out west. Good luck newcomers.

[@behonestwitheverythingande6833]

As a FloGrown native you dress for rain and enjoy the rain, same as one would the sun. P.S.A. Not in a Thunderstorm. 275 & I-4 is called "Malfunction junction".

[@Carrm3ist3r]

It's funny I found this video randomly because my wife and I are getting our property ready to sell in the next couple of months to looking to move to FL (hopefully before January). We are looking at Cape Coral, Rotonda, and Pt. charlotte. Excellent video!

[@DebraLackner]

On our way to Bradenton in April sold our house in NY in one day woohoo ,can’t wait , a shout out to Marcia she was great in helping us achieve our dream ,and also to you too Juan for taking time to meet up with us ! Great video your wife is adorable God Bless ❤

[@trulivingtampa]

Awww thank you Deb! Marcia is the best ☺️

[@JoelUldrych-kh2sc]

You escaped NY. Smart!

[@tonyn3227]

Bring your fat wallet full of money and you'll need it. It's as sbo as expensive as NY

[@rvilletto123]

Do you love hot humid weather 10 months out of the year? Great welcome to Florida.

[@copper350z]

Moving from Wichita Kansas to Tampa next month. I'll deal with the cost, traffic, and heat in Tampa over 5-6 months of winter, ice storms, freezing drizzle with a mix of sleet, then finally warming up in May all to get weekly or daily tornado warnings and hail storms plus 35-45mph wind every single day blowing you sideways down the road. It's basically year around bad weather in KS. I was lucky to find a decent fixer upper pool home in Tampa and closing May 31st!

[@trulivingtampa]

Congratulations!

[@marknewton6984]

Good move!😮

[@GEN_X_]

I moved to South Florida in 2008 from Michigan and it's not nearly as nice and affordable as it used to be. I bought my house in North Palm Beach in 2011 for $205K, same house now goes for 650K. Not sustainable. Between skyrocketing cost of housing and insurance, it is no longer viable to live here as a homeowner so I'm moving back to Michigan and buying a beautiful old large French Colonial home at a fraction of the price as Florida. I can always come back and stay in Florida for 1-2 months in the winter Jan-Feb as i work remote. Until the hordes of masses leave and prices go back down,. I wont be back living here. Adios Florida!

[@GEN_X_]

Downtown Detroit is awesome. Also Royal Oak, Grosse Pointe, English Village to name a few@UFCNazi

[@marknewton6984]

Enjoy the snow.😮

[@GEN_X_]

@@marknewton6984 until Christmas yes and then im a snowbird

[@kevingrandyify]

Used to be????? you've only been here since 08

[@GEN_X_]

@@kevingrandyify Yes 2008 , 16 years ago LOL. How long have you been there? Not as long as the real native Seminole indians i can assure you. Nice try though.

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

We started to transition to the Melbourne area in 21. I joined a RE tea, the team shut down and didnt plan for thie scenario and our move to Florida plan didnt work due to not planning for "everything"... so out olan fail due to we failed to plan. Good thing we didn't sell our primary home in Indianapolis and we just ended our apartment lease in Melbourne. Loved the lifestyle of the ability to be outside anytime of the year and on the beach during Christmas.

[@revere1951]

So agree with you about Tampa! We lived there for over 30 years. Unfortunately, made a bad decision and moved back to Massachusetts…been here for 3 years…now in a few months, we are moving back to be in the same neighborhood! I can’t wait! I miss Tampa so much!

[@trulivingtampa]

Wow! That says a lot. Welcome back home!

[@theewelder]

traffic is worse then ever....awful,nightmare,,,,,,.val rico here

[@marknewton6984]

Don't blame you 😎!

[@jesserentas7425]

@theewelder that's sooo true people were I'm at now complain about an hr drive I'm like atleast it's a drive & not bumper to bumper on I 4 😂😂

[@Gypsygirl9]

Ok..i live in FL and hate the heat and humidity because it is pretty mu h 11 months a year like this. I want to move to TN or NC. I live cold weather and seasons, But...I wouldn't want snow and frigid temps for 6 or 7 months either.

[@GEN_X_]

Lots of Florida natives move to North Carolina and Colorado because they feel the same as you. The grass is always greener on the other side i've learned.

[@marknewton6984]

Cold weather? Keep it.😮

[@GEN_X_]

@@marknewton6984 nah, im a snowbird now ;) the best setup

[@lizzabbott]

Brand new subscriber here . Just discovered you yesterday. You guys are great !! I dream of livin on that Gulf Coast !! Cheers from Buffalo, NY !! Liz

[@Aggie4life77]

As for the Heat, I feel the same in metro Dallas. It’s really just 3 months. After that weather is great! People hear about an occasional ice storm here. Those are not yearly and even when we do have them, most of the winter is still pretty mild.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@lindafukuyu5767]

You just want to live where you want to stay and struggle. Good or Bad is personal preference. Just enjoy where you live.

[@pauloakwood9208]

Thanks for the video. I suppose the "don't like about Florida" section very much depends on where you are coming from. Certainly if you are coming from a North Eastern city the numbers you quote for things like insurance are an aspirational dream. And don't get me started on State Taxes and Property Taxes. Traffic may be bad in Tampa, until you compare it to Boston, New York or Washington. And while I dislike bugs, I will gladly accept them in exchange for safer streets and public spaces. In fact, the only hesitation I have regarding Florida is the propensity for hurricanes and flooding. But aside from that, I'll take it over the North East any time.

[@cryptovillainthoughts4052]

one of the best videos ive seen thanks sharing.

[@trulivingtampa]

Glad you liked it!

[@michaelb5299]

Been in Tampa, Riverview area, for 25 years now. It went from small town and community oriented to an overcrowded mess. Traffic is horrible. Up there with Miami. They have been building apartments and homes every free square inch of land without widening roads. I love it here, it's home, but wow....

[@mrsmoore1567]

Liked & subscribed today. Thanks for your candid take

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you and you’re welcome!

[@noahpearson4139]

I’m from AZ. Now living in MI and I really miss the sunshine and warmth

[@trulivingtampa]

Yep. 5-6 months of grey is tough.

[@GEN_X_]

I moved to South Florida in 2008 from Michigan and it's not nearly as nice and affordable as it used to be. I bought my house in North Palm Beach in 2011 for $205K, same house now goes for 650K. Not sustainable. Between skyrocketing cost of housing and insurance, it is no longer viable to live here as a homeowner so I'm moving back to Michigan and buying a beautiful old large French Colonial home at a fraction of the price as Florida. I can always come back and stay in Florida for 1-2 months in the winter Jan-Feb as i work remote. Until the hordes of masses leave and prices go back down,. I wont be back living here. Adios Florida!

[@Dryalien32548]

Grew up in the snow...moved to New mexico for college...then to Arizona ..then moved to florida as I got older...50s ...in pandhandle..emerald coast...i like tampa...but cooler weather here

[@Dryalien32548]

Grew up in new Hampshire

[@andresukhoo5078]

single, young professional looking at Tampa, currently in NYC, no connections to get me a career transfer down there. I have faith that the opportunity will come my way.

[@lisabracken273]

Your lucky you both on same page, my husband can’t tolerate heat but I’m hating the 6 months of gray cold days

[@FJB2016]

The heat is the best part. Lots of things to do. Always have AC when you need it.

[@davidrocque1587]

Nice video. I used to know a Tony Alcala in sw Detroit. He passed away about 20 years ago

[@trulivingtampa]

Not related. Well, not that I'm aware of. Thanks for watching.

[@BrisLS1]

Rodney Alcala. I really hope not related. They are still finding bodies and pictures today.

[@ReptiMom]

I'm moving to Floral City from SE Michigan as well. HATE the weather here. I can't wait 😍

[@trulivingtampa]

You're going to love it.

[@willowbendimpactministries3348]

Plant trees please! Florida native here. I think new out of state movers don't realize how vital they are to the temperature, wildlife, and water supply!!! Those big oaks have been through many hurricanes and aren't coming down (unless diseased, of course). You can go outside in the summer without them.

[@christ9145]

Moved to the Tampa area from upstate NY IN 2017, so much has changed. Started out renting a 3 bedroom 2 bath, 2 car garage home with a screened (lanai) pool for $1,250. Now 600 sq foot apartments starting at $1,600. Car insurance high premium! And we won’t get into the home owners insurance premiums. Traffic has more than doubled. I personally love where I live (minutes from the gulf) close to Clearwater beach, Dunedin and palm harbor! We are full though, so sorry 😂 I hear Lakeland is nice.

[@whyjustwhy2168]

Yeah single with kids here, enjoy your life. Mine is harder but is still good

[@mustbesaid6649]

I don't know why but I love driving up and down Gulf Blvd every time I visit the area.

[@trulivingtampa]

So do we. 😎

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

Vit D is important We are considering the Tampa Bay area possibly Manatee Sarasota county as well. Been a fan for a while and this video is so transparent. Thanks

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@Anonymous19177]

Love how he says our children and she says my kids. Pay attention fella, this guy is awesome 👍. Cant be too nice with women nowadays even if its in your heart.

[@Perk_SportYourCards]

Great video guys. My wife, daughter and I moved to Sebastian from New England a year ago and aren't looking back. Can you talk more about why you chose the west side of the state over the east side and what some of the differences of living in each are?

[@louiesanchez4720]

Great video! Would you say Orlando is about the same, as for taxes and stuff? I can't find a video like this about Orlando'

[@LIFTHUNTREALESTATE]

Tampa Bay Native here (Real Estate Broker).. I went to Hillsdale College… winters were MISERABLE

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing. And yes they were/are.

[@RichTowsley]

VERY accurate & well done! From what my wife and I are told, I’m the “Richest” person in Tampa (Not Bragging). Everyday we wonder how average income people with a family are making it. Sad that the financial struggle is increasing. I hope that there is some relief for people soon!

[@trulivingtampa]

Well said, Rich. Thanks for sharing!

[@godisgood9173]

Guys, this guy is a clown. The real estate in Florida is GETTING BAD!!! Especially with the home insurance companies making it HARD to get coverage in Florida in case of a flood or tsunami or a hurricane. Be wise and do your own research! This GREEDY CLOWN BOY is a real estate agent that is why he is coloring everything to look pretty. he wants to make a buck so he can continue to spend $$$ on his wife at peoples experience. Go see the other videos on the TRUE state of Florida housing. He is not telling you the full truth.

[@Jaime242011]

Please flex, be proud of your achievements. Proud of you both!

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you 🙏🏼

[@t-roysnfs117]

lol! I’m definitely using the “vitamin sea” quote while I try and convince my wife why we need the beach life! Love it!! 😎🤙🏻

[@tracieyannibelli9896]

I've been trying to convince my husband since our only child went off to college 6 years ago. He moved to Texas from NJ when he was in his early 20s, but you'd think he never moved 5 miles in his life. Older now? Set in his ways? I dunno. So I have to pay to visit instead.

[@zero1fifty8]

I been wearing shorts and t shirts for almost 9 years now when I moved here to Florida!! I’m actually on the Atlantic side near Cocoa Beach and live across the street from the beach off of A1A and I couldn’t imagine living anywhere else

[@trulivingtampa]

Beautiful area. Thanks for watching.

[@it3ly800]

Florida has to be the best state.

[@Shelly-in-Tampa]

Love it here. It is our 4th year so far. Bye neighbors!

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing. We love it too!

[@user-m3cc5in9aa]

How can you stand the humidity! Most have to go indoors when dew point is high due to cardiac conditions. Nice that your young and can enjoy!

[@callmeishmaelk767]

Tampa was THE place 100 years ago simply because it was warm, but not too warm. Really south Florida only boomed because people needed more space. Tampa is a good compromise. Good for you guys.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing.

[@JoeBloggs777]

Hi, I'm so glad I found your channel, the content is great! I find it very useful because I am wanting to move to Florida, as Iove it! The only issue is, I live in UK and am a British citizen 😆 This may be out of scope for the type of info your channel provides, but you wouldn't happen to know of any sponsorship programs or initiatives would you? I work in cyber security which I would say is a specialised skill trade, but it feels virtually impossible for this dream of mine to come true because I don't know what avenue to pursue in gaining entry

[@juice8225]

You made a good point about leaving your church family. I find the religion preferences in Florida interesting. Very high percentage of agnostics. How has that been for you and for raising your kids in that culture?

[@owogim]

Would love to move to Florida, originally from MI (north of Grand Rapids) & currently living in IN. Concerns I have on issues brought up on other FL you tube channels - high home prices; being dropped by homeowners insurance company or having double or triple price increases; and property taxes increasing greatly. When considering condos - told by another realtor to avoid anything above 3 stories as they will more than likely be in for increased special assessments or increase in HOA fees after collapse of one unit on east coast. Anyways, not trying to be a Debbie downer but these concerns have made me want to look at other alternatives even though I would prefer Florida living. Just don’t want the rising costs as we are close to retiring. Thank you for any thoughts and advice. God bless.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing.

[@johnwilkes01]

buy a one story, the knees go first

[@GEN_X_]

Totally legit concerns. My advice wait until the housing market corrects here in Florida. I moved to South Florida in 2008 from Michigan and it's not nearly as nice and affordable as it used to be. I bought my house in North Palm Beach in 2011 for $205K, same house now goes for 650K. Not sustainable. Between skyrocketing cost of housing and insurance, it is no longer viable to live here as a homeowner so I'm moving back to Michigan and buying a beautiful old large French Colonial home at a fraction of the price as Florida. I can always come back and stay in Florida for 1-2 months in the winter Jan-Feb as i work remote. Until the hordes of masses leave and prices go back down,. I wont be back living here. Adios Florida!

[@deepcow]

How did you come through the hurricanes??

[@SupDown4u]

I like the snow it's peaceful and full of oxygen unlike the over crowded super hot Florida

[@marknewton6984]

I hate snow.

[@throughfailureandsuccess]

great video. i love the chemistry that you both have. I subscribe to your channel just because of the sincerity you both carry.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you. We appreciate the compliment. Be blessed!

[@raminshafagatov5403]

Thanks Juan & Kate. Quite informative, I really enjoyed it. However, I’d like to focus on cons by asking 2 questions: what about the risks of hurricanes in the state of Florida and especially Tampa bay area? Equally important: I did a quick research and it seems that radiation level is quite high (because of presence of Space center as well as atomic waste) in Florida. Do you have any insights on these 2 fundamental topics? Many thanks!

[@adamoutdoorbushcraft8164]

Im from Michigan as well near Kalamazoo area. I have lived in Florida 6 times. Love it there, i know what it takes to make it in Florida. Moving to Clermont area hopefully next year

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

Groceries in Indianapolis have increased 25-35% compared to post lockdowns.

[@trulivingtampa]

Wow! It's similar here.

[@codyarnold5518]

I’m coming down in a few weeks to start scoping out the area. I’m a pilot and will like to move to the area.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing, Cody. Feel free to reach out.

[@hotmommaamberful]

Born and raised in Oregon begging my husband to move us down to Florida your video has inspired and helped me decide that's what we are doing for a family of four

[@trulivingtampa]

Glad it helped!

[@claudiaj27]

I am a Tampa native born there, I just don’t like it there I love mountains and When I say Mountains, I mean Rocky Mountains, Colorado is gorgeous. My whole family lives there. I’m glad you love it. I just can’t deal with awful humid heat and bugs.

[@trulivingtampa]

The mountains are beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

[@brucevaughn3429]

Nice and informative video..glad you guys are happy there...

[@scottpulver]

VERY accurate description of Tampa and Florida. Not one of those gloom and doom click-bait videos

[@trulivingtampa]

Thank you, Scott.

[@Aigberaedion_Samson]

weather conditions or an injury or maybe too much confidence (if there is such a thing). Philosophy is one way to try to comprehend the inexplicable things and events we all encounter at some point in our lives. I've mentioned before that it's important for us to remain intact, otherwise we become a target. Asmall leak can sink a ship, or a huge wave can destroy it equally well, as the yachtsmen from the Volvo race can attest to. Either way, imbalance can create situations that can keep our equilibrium reeling and out of control. Our country has been a superpower for a short amount of time, if you look at the history of the world. The biggest risk we have now is not being prepared for the future. As we have seen, there are no guarantees, but being ready sure beats being taken by surprise. During WWI, the battle of Gallipoli, no one expected a quarter of a million soldiers to be killed or for the combined British, Australian, New Zealand and French operations to be defeated and repelled by the Turks. It came as a big surprise to them - because they didn't know what they were getting into. China Today Globalization is a fact of life in today's environment. As Robert described China and India as growing economies we must watch, I simply smiled - as once again we have been thinking alike. Many people think it will take years for China and/or India to approach America's position as the largest economic power. But this may be yet another example of groupthink in process. Both Robert and I have seen their global impact already. Recently, I was talking to a friend who lives in Europe, and he mentioned the huge amount of coverage China gets over there, compared with what we have about it in the United States. It's a very big topic there. There are two facts alone about China that will indicate how that country is doing and where that country is going:

[@ShalieHart]

I've lived in Florida a couple of times in my past. Ft. Lauderdale area from '90-'96 Mandarin/Jacksonville part of that time. Then Gainesville from 2021-23... I have chronic illnesses allergies & asthma, Fibromyalgia & Osteoarthritis. Many procedures & surgeries in the past & many surgeries to come in the future. I'm Single with several cats & dogs. I would love to have a church family Preferably Contemporary Christian. I may want to move near Clewiston or anywhere South of Gainesville. Preferably further South due to chronic pain. And Central due to all my fur babies and further from the coast avoid (Hurricanes) as much as possible due to the fur babies. Single on disability. Own land living in a camper in Mississippi trying to sell everything. I need advice so I don't make the wrong decisions! Is it possible to be single on a fixed income of disability living in Florida? Thanks in advance!!!

[@Aigberaedion_Samson]

• India invented the number system. Albert Einstein said: "We owe a lot to the Indians, who taught us how to count, without which no worthwhile scientific discovery could have been made." • Algebra, trigonometry and calculus originated in India. • The value of "pi" was first calculated by the mathematician Budhayana, and he explained the concept of what is known as the PythagoreanTheorem. He discovered it in the 6th century, which was long before European mathematicians. • India is the largest English-speaking nation in the world. My point is that India is definitely worth looking into and knowing something about. Plus, 38 percent of doctors in the United States are of Indian descent, and 12 percent of scientists are aswell. They represent the wealthiest of all ethnic groups in the United States as well as globally. Education is stressed and many Indians run large U.S. and global corporations. India itself has become a major economic force on its own once again and deserves our attention, not just as a destination point or a piece of history. India is important to our future, and as globally aware citizens, we need to spend some time learning about this fascinating and dynamic country. It definitely means the world has some very viable competition, specifically in China and India! Which is good - I've always believed that competition can get rid of complacency, and fast. Mark Twain said: "Don't go around sayingthe world owesyou a living. The world owes you nothing. It was here first." That can apply to a lot of things. Let's give that some thought. How can you use this information to your advantage? The rich will spot the opportunities, while the poor will hide their heads and pretend it isn't happening. Can you spot opportunities that may arise from these economic changes?

[@matthewstern6398]

Not sure why your car insurance is so high. My wife and I both lease cars which requires the highest coverage. Previously we were in Miami and moved to Central Florida about 2 years ago directly between Tampa and Orlando off of the I4 and we have always been under $2500/year with major companies like Progressive, Geico and State Farm. Are you getting different quotes when it's time to renew? Also, we save even more with the ability to prepay the policy.

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing! We live less than 2 miles from the beach. Less risk in cental flroida.

[@be4realz]

It really is high everywhere so if you going to pay high, be in a place you you love...

[@trulivingtampa]

Amen!

[@Epunkrockergurl]

We are moving to Florida. We got lucky to get a place we got, monthly rent is way lower, so it makes up for the more expensive things like food. health care is supposed to be much better there, is my understanding. Driving slow works for me lol i would like to get in contact with you guys to get educated. I am not looking to buy, it's cheaper to rent in my case. But to get educated on fiance living in northern Florida would cool

[@robert_starling]

Welcome to Florida! Fantastic looking and sounding video filled with valuable information and practical advice! The presentation is top-notch, and your authenticity shines through. As a native Floridian and having lived in various cities like Jacksonville, Orlando, Winter Park, and currently in Lighthouse Point, I must say your overview resonates perfectly with my experiences. Great job! Having also lived in Charlotte and Las Vegas along the way, both fine cities, I'm genuinely grateful to be back home. Families like yours contribute significantly to the enhancement of our communities and state. For those contemplating a move to Florida and hoping to build connections, I'd offer a piece of advice: avoid saying things like "back in NY, NJ, CA, or wherever, we did it this way." It's a surefire way to distance yourself from the locals. Another suggestion would be to embrace less horn honking and more turn signaling! I also couldn't help but appreciate the nice Fender guitars and amp in the background. Make sure your wife reads the state guidelines requiring you to buy at least one new or used guitar every three months! ~Robert

[@trulivingtampa]

Great share, Robert. I am also an advocate for more turn signaling and guitar buying. 😂

[@renata2427]

Thank you for detailed description of Florida! We are contemplating life in Florida vs North Carolina. Currently we live in MD. Since you have also lived in Charlotte NC. May I ask you: Are the Summers similar in Tampa and Charlotte? Heat, humidity.. Did you find any cons living in Charlotte? 🙏 thanks

[@robert_starling]

@@renata2427hi there! Happy to help. Charlotte is a really nice and clean city. It gets humid there in the summers and I’d spend lots of my time up hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains to beat the heat. It gets cold up there in the winters but you do see all four seasons. Taxes are a consideration in NC too. Their estate taxes are high and I heard it said it’s a great place to live and not a great place to die. Charlotte and the Carolina’s tend to lean toward religion as well. That’s okay but when I first moved there pretty much everyone I met asked “where are you from and where do you go to church” first conversation. I don’t mind that but it’s right there in the forefront.

[@robert_starling]

@@renata2427one other thing, I think you’ll find the weather, terrain and homes very very similar and familiar in Charlotte. I used to spend a lot of time working in and around Maryland and Northern Virginia and they are very similar.

[@tonyDa2Lo]

The weather in NWI has been incredibly comfortable the last few years. Havnt shoveled the last 2 winters. 50s and 60s in December, January was cold and bitter, but February has been beautiful. 65 tomorrow 70 on Tuesday . With a few bad days in between. Definitely not the winters i had growing up..

[@trulivingtampa]

Thanks for sharing, Tony.

[@francie5161]

Florida is the last state I'd dream of moving to.😮

[@lacecreationz2434]

Why is it #1 or #2 for most moved to states right now?

[@Aigberaedion_Samson]

everything else that any office has. The driver remained impressed and then decided to explain some things about his country while he was navigating his way to the airport. He gave a history of India that was condensed to a few minutes. He also explained that there were hundreds of languages and dialects in his country, a different accent every 30 miles, but that no matter if you were in the provinces somewhere or in Punjab, there were two words everybody knew. It was my employee's turn to be curious, and she asked, "What are they?" The driver took his hands off the wheel to act out and say "You're fired!" with great glee. My employee had a good laugh and then kindly asked him if he knew where the airport was, and he said not to worry, he would try to find it. Which, I'm happy to say, he did and with no problem. He obviously had a very good sense of direction, as well as a sense of sharing about his country. Do we have any sense of the direction India is going? Dowe know anything about India? Here are a few facts to get us going: • India is the world's largest, oldest continuous civilization. • In the last 10,000 years, India has never invaded any country. • India is the world's largest democracy. • India is one of the few countries in the world that gained independence without violence. • The art of navigation was born in the river Sindh 6,000 years ago. (Maybe that's where that young driver was from). • Sanskrit is the mother of all the European languages. • India was the richest country on earth until the 17th Century, when the British invaded. • Chess was invented in India.

[@nmb5588]

It is financially risky to buy in FL right now. Its inevitable that values will depreciate in 2024 and the risk of being underwater in months is real. Buyers should rent and wait for the pricing correction.

[@rf4182]

That’s a risk everywhere.

[@jtpalooki7757]

Auto insurance?…….. kinda skipped homeowners insurance??🤯….. don’t move to Florida if you need a mortgage! $500+ a month for homeowners and it’s going up!… we bought 10 years ago and self insure. Not because we can’t afford it, but because insurance companies here can and will fight you for over a year to pay a claim and if you have a mortgage you can’t wait! We went through it!.. but that being said we like where we are, and especially like the medical amenities in our area and the social life😎! However do not move to Florida to save money, because you won’t! There are other states way more affordable.. our realtor sold everything.. a million dollar home and several rentals and move to North Carolina…

[@PeacefulmomentsinNature]

My husband and I would love to move to St. Pete area. Like you I don’t want to be any further than 15 minutes from the beach. Is the housing market and cost of living terrible in St. Pete area?

[@ScarboroughTourist]

I understand that the condo/housing market is collapsing (maintenance fees for building repairs). Home insurance policies, if you can get it, are literally through the roof. So it's not the dream now; it's a nightmare.

[@dawnmaitland9886]

We bought in Clearwater. Trying to make the full time commitment to leave SE Michigan. Love my home here, hate the weather. Your videos are inspiring. 🌴

[@trulivingtampa]

Congratulations, Dawn. Thanks for watching!

[@tonyn3227]

Yes but it's getting here so overcrowded, 23 million people live in this state. Traveling isn't pleasant as it used to be.

[@GEN_X_]

I moved to South Florida in 2008 from Michigan and it's not nearly as nice and affordable as it used to be. I bought my house in North Palm Beach in 2011 for $205K, same house now goes for 650K. Not sustainable. Between skyrocketing cost of housing and insurance, it is no longer viable to live here as a homeowner so I'm moving back to Michigan and buying a beautiful old large French Colonial home at a fraction of the price as Florida. I can always come back and stay in Florida for 1-2 months in the winter Jan-Feb as i work remote. Until the hordes of masses leave and prices go back down,. I wont be back living here. Adios Florida!

[@user-m3cc5in9aa]

Heard Healthcare and home insurance are out of this world!

[@rapture2242]

The loud parties from short term rentals in Florida are the biggest problem. I've probably called the Police about 50 times the past few years.

[@trulivingtampa]

Can't argue that.

[@DBrownOnThe1]

Hello, do you help international families? I’m from Canada

[@blessed1.]

Between Michigan and Florida with the high insurance in fl and no income tax and high property tax in mi does it balance the budget or is one still cheaper than the other.