Pros and Cons of Living in Charlotte

I've lived in Charlotte, North Carolina for 3 years and I loved it. There is a lot of pros about Charlotte, but there are a few cons as well.
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[@debbiecarter2]

Charlotte's just trying to grow into her big girl shoes. She went from a slow Southern town to a big Southern city so fast. She has a lot of catching up to do but come on down. Give her a chance. You're gonna like it here. Things we hold dear are Family, our children and the schools and parks, and we want all our neighborhoods to be made safe so our kids can still play outside. Charlotte residents can kinda be like siblings. We can pick with each other but we don't like others coming in and picking on our own. We don't like our residents being treated unfairly. Cause we will protest together. All of us. We genuinely care for each other. As we grow that may change but I sure hope not.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Yes the people in Charlotte are so kind and welcoming! It's an awesome city to live in!

[@NSJ2003]

Native here, I agree.

[@quinnweimer-ludin3934]

Finally someone who agrees with me! Most people think the traffic and crime are horrible in Charlotte, but statistically speaking for being a large city, it has a very low crime rate. Also the traffic is not that bad. At rush hour it’s a little slower but it’s not usually a parking lot

[@GenisiaGreen]

Absolutely! That is so true...the crime and traffic are not bad at all.

[@melcha7352]

You hit the point. And I was born here. 45 yrs now. I'm so ready to live somewhere else. Being single yet family is here in the Queen City makes it hard to live them after my father passed.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Wow...so i'm sure you've seen Charlotte go through a lot of changes over the years. I completely understand that because family is the reason I moved back to Florida.

[@spirituallylovingme-11]

Thankyou for your honesty

[@GenisiaGreen]

My pleasure 😊

[@skyshae3224]

Thanks for making this video I been thinking about moving to Charlotte for my first move out. Your video was very helpful

[@GenisiaGreen]

I'm so glad it was helpful! I think you'll love it there!

[@yoyosmiles3690]

At first I felt the same about the food and traffic here in Charlotte. I'm from Houston. I know my food spots in Houston. After searching, I have a good list of delicious, irresistible food places in Charlotte! Just keep searching and I'll be more than happy to share my list with you. 😁

[@GenisiaGreen]

Awesome! Yes please. I don't live there anymore but I plan to go back to visit family and would love to try some different spots.

[@yoyosmiles3690]

@@GenisiaGreen I hope that you are enjoying where you are now 🤗. A few of the places that I recommend are Miro’s (my favorite), Bulla, Leah & Louise, Sabor Latin Grill and Eddie Vs.

[@kbrooks4226]

@@GenisiaGreen what state are you in now ?

[@BelleNegresse16]

Great advice at the end! “Make it your own!”

[@GenisiaGreen]

Yes! It's really the person that makes the experience!

[@khadijahpercell3501]

Thank you for this video definitely helpful

[@GenisiaGreen]

You are so welcome! Glad it was helpful!

[@conversationswithadrianne]

Loved this.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you!

[@thomasbrown7609]

you are so nice and kind!

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks so much! I appreciate that!

[@bjackk1]

Thank you for sharing sister! My wife and I just relocated to Charlotte about three months ago from California and we really like it.

[@GenisiaGreen]

You’re very welcome! Awesome

[@Keenejs]

Thank you for posting. As someone living in NYC from Tampa, Miami and other large cities a lot of what you are saying rings true. I think you are going to make me move to Charlotte, I'll buy you a cupcake or a biscuit when I get there.

[@GenisiaGreen]

You’re so welcome 😆! I’m glad it could help.

[@lachellemontgomery3714]

I been to alot of cities but charlotte i love the most

[@GenisiaGreen]

Yes it is definitely one of a kind!

[@Yourfavcolorist]

Sounds like my kind of weather! I'm from Savannah ga we get all four seasons in one day..yep it's a move for me!

[@GenisiaGreen]

😆 Great! Then you’ll definitely enjoy it.

[@EJIMANnenaNgozi]

Great video! You were one of the few people I saw on KZbin prior to moving to Charlotte :-)

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you! So cool! How are you liking the city?

[@EJIMANnenaNgozi]

@@GenisiaGreen it’s cool so far! Trying to explore more 😀

[@GenisiaGreen]

@@EJIMANnenaNgozi Nice! Check out Crowder's Mountain, Plaza Midwood, Noda, the boardwalk, Uptown & the Concord area

[@irieadventures4686]

You are a great spokesperson for the city :)

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks 😆😆

[@sylviakinley8484]

Yes, I agree! She did a great job!

[@JayJoJonny]

Great video & as a CLT native, I endorse this message! Jobs are a big magnet here. BB&T was HQ in Winston-Salem, they merged with SunTrust & became Truist. Two other big banks are Fifth Third & Ally Bank and they are all growing!

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks for the info!

[@choosetoshine2610]

Excellent content! New subscriber. ❤️

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@BethCrafts]

You forgot about the crappy, bumpy roads EVERYWHERE! Great video, very spot on. Just moved here two years ago.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Lol you're right! I've seen worst but they are definitely not the best 😆😆. Thanks so much! Cool! How do you like it?

[@BethCrafts]

@@GenisiaGreen I love it here even though Covid has kept us from making new friends. I live in SC but two miles from the border. The best thing about the NC Novant Health System physicians are always on time. I’ve never waited more than fifteen minutes to see my various doctors. Back in Alabama and in Ohio doctors make you wait almost an hour in the waiting room and another half hour in the exam rooms.

[@GenisiaGreen]

@@BethCrafts I know! The pandemic was the worst for making new friends. Novant Health was great! I didn't realize it til now, but you're right. I never waited long for a physician.

[@itsdonnairene]

Thank you for this video!! I am looking into moving from Miami to Charlotte to have a change of pace. Lower cost of living, better weather, seasons, less traffic, nature!

[@GenisiaGreen]

Glad it was helpful! Yess! Charlotte has all those changes you're looking for.

[@grateful..ronaldwearestill8187]

&Donna same idea here… tho I am in VA. Miami is nice but pricey…

[@happytomeetyou2047]

Definitely check out South Carolina too. Like the Rock Hill, or Fort Area

[@jerrydavis3548]

Nice video you need do video on why a lot of people move to charlotte

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks! Great suggestion!

[@paid2talk298]

I just moved to the Queen City. You’re cons were on point

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks so much! How is Charlotte going for you so far?

[@paid2talk298]

@@GenisiaGreen loving it so far. Slower than Florida. I’m excited to see the beautiful trees change colors🥰

[@odestryjam2231]

What part of Florida are you from?

[@charleswallace6988]

What! Dang! You got me disappointed lol on the weather and food 😝I'll be there in a year when my lease is up in Cleveland

[@GenisiaGreen]

😆 Don't be disappointed! Its not horrible, just not the best. I'm sure it'll work out for you.

[@aujenea6937]

Listening to u struggle to say breweries literally made my morning I’m HOLLERINGGGG

[@GenisiaGreen]

LOL 😆😆 I don't know if i'll ever be able to say it right!!!

[@enyceofnyc]

+1 😄

[@seenthroughblackeyes3232]

I think you mentioned that everything is a matter of perspective. I am from New York and I have lived in the bay area and now Northern Virginia. Additionally I lived in The QC in the aught years of 2001 to 2005. I am not a "foodie" so my doors not being blown off from my dinning out experience was not a big deal to me. I agree that Charlotte traffic was a joke especially when compared to New York, the San Francisco Bay Area and now the DC area. As for weather, I think it is codified in city law that winter is officially over on January 31st and Mother Nature abided. Charlotte winters were extremely mild when compared to New York and now Virginia. I really did like Charlotte and only left due to work. I hope once The QC opens up, you get to experience and enjoy the full depth and breathe that the city has to offer.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Wow, that's amazing! You have definitely explored many different cities. I have moved to Florida since this video but I'm excited to visit Charlotte again in the spring which is my favorite time of year there.

[@seenthroughblackeyes3232]

@@GenisiaGreen I visited Charlotte in October going to my alma mater UNC Charlotte football game. I too plan to return to Charlotte. You also said you have travelled internationally. So have I. Perhaps we can discuss your favorite place or places outside if the US.

[@grateful..ronaldwearestill8187]

@Genisia what part of FL are you residing now? I have lived in NY and now VA- looking to move maybe to Charlotte or FL….

[@GenisiaGreen]

I’m in the Tampa area.

[@vonnpowell3844]

Yo! I’m cracking up at the breweries and the pork-n-beans. Much love though ❤️ Loved your video. I’m currently in Blowing rock for work, originally from FL. Wanted to check out NC for a potential ‘move to city’ in the near future.

[@GenisiaGreen]

😆😆! I'm glad you enjoyed. Thanks so much for watching! Cool! What part of FL are you from? NC is a beautiful state. It has something for everyone.

[@debbiecarter2]

People in Charlotte still like to cook at home. There use to be a few tasty places to grab a bite in the French Quarter downtown. Or Ruth's Chris. We like our BBQ.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Cool! I've never been to Ruth Chris! Would love to check it out.

[@pmack8537]

Just watched your video and found it interesting and helpful! I am trying to decide to rent or buy when I move there soon. I was looking at housing and see that it is more expensive than Atlanta now. I lived in Atl for 15 years and now live in the DC metro. I like the DC metro but am moving to Charlotte to be closer to family in SC. How is the dating scene? Thanks for showing!

[@GenisiaGreen]

Awesome! I’m so glad it could help! I love the DC area…I’ve visited many times and it’s nothing like it! But I definitely understand wanting to be closer to family. The prices of houses are a little better in some of the bordering areas of Charlotte. Like Concord and Huntersville. The dating scene is the only thing I can’t give any pros or cons about in Charlotte because I wasn’t in it 😂! But, from what I heard, it isn’t bad!

[@pmack8537]

@@GenisiaGreen Thanks for replying! I appreciate it! That was helpful.

[@andreagoncalvesdossantos5087]

Hi Genisia! Great video about Charlotte ! I'm coming in January as an Exchange student and I've been searching for effective information including the university area. Well, I'm not a winter person(Brazil) but I've got Jesus like you😇 . Thank you! 🙏🏼🌸

[@GenisiaGreen]

Hi! Thanks so much. That's wonderful! The University area is a good location and close to many things. 😁

[@andreagoncalvesdossantos5087]

@@GenisiaGreen oh, thanks a lot! Good to know that. 😁🙏🏼🌸

[@debbiecarter2]

Yeah, pick a topic and Charlotte will celebrate it with a festival. Lol. We love that.

[@debbiecarter2]

This past December we ran our air conditioner a few days.

[@GenisiaGreen]

I really do love that part. Having to use low energy in those transition periods

[@Classiqmusic910]

You are literally the only person that put food down as a con.....most videos I watch praise the food.....so even what the fry

[@GenisiaGreen]

That's interesting! Most of the people I know that didn't grow up there, didn't like the food in comparison to other cities they've lived in. I guess everyone has different food preferences!

[@bingo8789]

No 😄 I've watched plenty of videos giving food there the 👎🏽 down.

[@bingo8789]

@@GenisiaGreen he ain't did his research

[@Classiqmusic910]

@@bingo8789 I've must've missed those videos lol...but I've always enjoyed the food when I went....even the local stuff

[@sylviakinley8484]

Hey, you can include me in that praise. It’s absolutely a preference thing. I’ve been here since 2007. I have traveled in and out of country. No, it’s not NY! Doesn’t offer the authenticity/culture! Nor is it Europe! But in comparison to “similar/average” cities in the US, it has much to offer. I like the endless number of a variety of restaurants/food in and around Charlotte. I can get satisfied. I like having a plethora of options! I just absolutely hate the closing hours!!! 😡

[@tinamina5859]

I agree with being able to get a job in the banking industry.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Right! Everyone I knew worked at a bank.

[@apolloollopa1653]

Grew up in SC for 10 years, been living in Jacksonville FL for 11, and I'm contemplating moving here in the future. I love the accessibility and opportunities Jacksonville has, but it's just too god damn hot. And now there's a ton of people moving here so the traffic is getting worse.

[@GenisiaGreen]

I grew up in Jacksonville and it was much different. Definitely not bad on traffic. Where would you move to?

[@apolloollopa1653]

@@GenisiaGreen Charlotte is definitely one of my top considerations as of now. I was also thinking somewhere in Georgia or South Carolina, too. I want a towny vibe with enough fun things to do nearby AND business accessibility to meet all my needs.

[@keychats6147]

Where is this place that you filmed this video at?!! It’s so cute!

[@GenisiaGreen]

It’s called Advent Coworking space

[@cassettabaker677]

Thank you for your information I’m getting I’m thinking about getting a transfer from my job to Charlotte I now live in Jacksonville Fl just wondering if I would like it there

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thanks my home town! I haven't been there in yearss, so I don't know how it is now, but a lot of people are moving there.

[@grateful..ronaldwearestill8187]

@Casetra hi- did you make the move from JAX to CLT?

[@giasilvermonroe2442]

Thank you for getting right to it...some of these videos be making u wait with shitz n giggles and nobody laughin but themselves....

[@GenisiaGreen]

Lol that’s hilarious! You’re very welcome. I’m right with you on that!

[@lovewolfsports]

♥️🐺

[@sparkyloveone5717]

Come to nyc cause we got everything good, bad and horrible to the max 😂😂😂 love my city but I need a new beginning and hopefully charlotte does just that

[@GenisiaGreen]

I believe you! 😂 I went to nyx a few times, and though it was a cool place, I couldn't live there. Charlotte would be a nice change of pace!

[@grateful..ronaldwearestill8187]

@Sparky… you got that right! Born there and have lived several places since….

[@erikaharris3517]

Also, being originally from Washington, DC in which I just moved out side of Raleigh from living in Los Angeles. Are the local women educated and jealous because I know the ones in the county I live in are in uneducated lots of children and very very jealous.

[@GenisiaGreen]

Very interesting! Charlotte has a lot of educated women. I feel like it's like a mini Atlanta, in the sense that there are a lot of business owners and women doing very well for themselves. I never picked up on any jealousy. If anything, it's the opposite, but it all depends on the type of people you hang around.

[@kellzzzkellzzz9006]

This! This is why I’m moving out of florida a lot of jealousy from women that looks like me!

[@Aperfumeaddict]

Moving there from Las Vegas. I agree with you on traffic. LA is the worst! Make you want to pull your hair out! Good thing I can cook because I’m a foodie so that’s a little disappointing to hear that the foods not great.🤣

[@GenisiaGreen]

Yesss! Traffic be ridiculous and it makes you an aggressive driver. That's so good you can cook so you don't have to depend on these restaurants 😆😆

[@rodiyahmobley4032]

As a Charlotte native, I will say that Charlotte has new restaurants opening pretty much every week! I’m talking you hear of a new one popping up at least twice a month😂. The key is to try to avoid some of the “IG restaurants “ that are pretty much there for show with subpar food lol ( a lot of the places downtown are like this). Good luck on your move!

[@Aperfumeaddict]

@@rodiyahmobley4032 great advice and thanks. I actually joined a group called Charlotte offline they explore all the new restaurants ☺️☺️ I can’t wait.

[@yusufhasaan8781]

Charlottes winters are light work lol come up north are winters are from November until May 😂

[@GenisiaGreen]

🤣 No thank you! I couldn’t handle it

[@bingo8789]

What are people looking for while moving 10x in a short period of time

[@GenisiaGreen]

Good question! Not sure

[@Ag-wu4mi]

Is Hickory NC a nice town? 1 hour drive from Charlotte cheaper cost of living. I was wondering what your thoughts are?

[@GenisiaGreen]

Unfortunately, I’ve never been so I can’t be of much helpb

[@dannyfisher7211]

NO!

[@Ag-wu4mi]

@@dannyfisher7211 why so pessimistic?

[@juniorchavesopicassodeyahu988]

You are amazingly beautiful 😍👏

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you!!

[@Daniyoyo]

Ebony Queen Lordy !

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you!!

[@erikaharris3517]

How is the train system there.

[@GenisiaGreen]

It's decent! It's called "LYNX" and It goes to some of the main areas in Charlotte like (Noda, Downtown/Uptown, near the University, etc). You may still need a Uber with it if you need to venture to other area's where the metro doesn't go. It's affordable and a few of the stops have parking garages for your car. People use it a lot on game days when they want to go to the football or basketball games.

[@rhapsodyforchrist8389]

Plus I got JESUS, So Im not worried, Amen, ACTS 2:38 BIBLE

[@GenisiaGreen]

ABSOLUTELY!!!

[@jehouse61]

I love your apartment...maybe I missed it but are you in a house or apartment?

[@GenisiaGreen]

Thank you! It was a apartment (townhouse).

[@charleswallace6988]

What! Lol. Are the restaurants closed early at night because of Covid? I guess dinner is earlier and it isn't good to eat after eight😝

[@GenisiaGreen]

Lol. I noticed this before the pandemic. It's just not that type of late night atmosphere. But I'm sure something may be open, it just may be farther to drive to.

[@bridgetteohiembor6985]

Do you like it more than LA?

[@GenisiaGreen]

No I didn't like it more. One of the only positives for me is that it was a slower pace city with less traffic.

[@shunwilliams6180]

Do you like Charlotte better than California?

[@GenisiaGreen]

I would say I liked California better…mainly because of the activities available but Charlotte was perfect because of the more chill pace of life.

[@shunwilliams6180]

@@GenisiaGreen I live in California I was thinking about relocating thank you so much I will check Charlotte out❤️❤️❤️

[@shunwilliams6180]

And I need to check the vegan restaurants out there ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@GenisiaGreen]

You are very welcome! Charlotte has a little bit for everyone!

[@shunwilliams6180]

@@GenisiaGreen Thank you I hope you’re having a wonderful beautiful amazing day❤️

[@bingo8789]

How are the Police?

[@GenisiaGreen]

I've never ran into a problem with them or heard things about them. I actually didn't see them too often.

[@bingo8789]

@@GenisiaGreen 👌

[@BethCrafts]

Police … top notch in Fort Mill/Tega Cay, just ten minutes from Charlotte. Four officers recently saved five lives with Narcan. They patrol the neighborhoods and shine their lights as they pass by homes. I know, my ring camera catches them.

[@sylviakinley8484]

I have to agree with her. I have lived here since 2007. Moved here from small town in SC with a son and a daughter. Police have actually been quite friendly and helpful in the one or two times I may have encountered them (roadside car issues). Never experienced or heard of bad issues here with police until it became a national issue. Both my kids grew up here, and neither has ever been made to feel that being black was a crime. Then again, people have different lifestyles and different experiences and therefore different perspectives so I don’t think anyone else would be able to answer that question for you “objectively”.

[@angelab_yourfav]

Wow . I would love to meet up . I just moved from Florida and all of the pros and cons . I can concur. Message me because we should definitely link up

[@GenisiaGreen]

Hey! Aww man, I just left Charlotte and moved to Florida.

[@theseasons1172]

Oh no Atlanta has the worst food lol maybe because I been here all my life . But Charlotte has good food have to find places 😭

[@GenisiaGreen]

That's funny! I feel like every time I go to Atlanta, I have the best food i've had in a while

[@sylviakinley8484]

I think it’s a preference thing. Yes, I’m absolutely good with Charlotte’s food, even more so with the plethora of restaurant options. I just HATE the closing hours! Ugh! Still, Atlanta offers me the plethora restaurant/food “choices”, as well. It’s a whole other reason why I prefer the Charlotte environment, but I’ll not mention that here. I just got my “card” back. 🤪

[@scrubstravel2729]

chicago food is not all that !!

[@GenisiaGreen]

Reallyyy! When I was there it wasn't good, but I assumed it was because I didn't know the best places to go to.

[@KayGeanna]

You ain’t go to the right spots! Lol