WHY PEOPLE ARE LEAVING FLORIDA-Top 5 Reasons.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@JaredMerlin]

I've lived in Florida for almost 10 years now and I so cannot wait to leave. My first gripe, jobs. There are NO JOBS in Florida. I have been unemployed since October 2019. I got unemployment and food stamps for 3 months, then I was on my own. Living in shelters or tents in parks and wooded areas, not good at all. Second, Medicaid. I am grateful for it but no dental. Talk about leaving you to suffer and possibly die. Third, public transportation. Polk Country has the bare minimum. I've lost a lot of weight walking far distances. Fourth, Governor Ron DeSantis. He's making everything harder and worse yet these people love their governor. And lastly, no place to live that's affordable. Homes, condos, apartments. The mortgages and rents are astronomical. Florida is the worst state I have ever lived in. When I leave here, I'm going to be staying with my friend in NH until I can move into a place in Maine. Maine is the only state that has affordable housing and decent paying jobs. So, goodbye Florida.

[@eattherich9215]

DeSatan is the main reason to leave Florida.

[@ronmann2689]

Yes totally agree, get out of Floida while you can! Sarasota is terrible traffic congestion! No Thankyou..

[@Nick-kc9mz]

I hear Ocala is brimming with work Equestrian center, Chewy, Amazon, at the distribution centers if you prefer that kind of work. Best!

[@gloriascott6491]

De Santis is bad, Very BAD. He needs to be trashed.

[@buffycat4641]

And the unemployment rate is one of the lowest in the country.

[@backyardbreeze112]

Florida is insanely expensive to live in right now. I believe it will become the new California with respect to out of control pricing. I also believe many of the people who flocked here will have regrets an there will be a mass exodus.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

As long as they let me sell their house I'm okay with that but I also welcome anyone who wants to come live here and enjoy everything I have for 30 years. Thanks for watching and please subscribe

[@SwisstedChef2018]

Yes very ironic, I moved from CA because it is too expensive.

[@creatingmind4910]

I live in Colorado and Florida is looking really cheap right now! Median home in my area in half a million...for like a 900 sqft shack

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

If you’re coming to Florida, I’m a realtor and I would be happy to help you look in South Florida. Thanks for watching please subscribe.

[@HollyBell-go3xl]

Interesting I am from Biloxi but grew up in southern california, and left there 23yrs ago. If you love the old California climate and weather you are going to be miserable in Florida! I was in Biloxi when Katrina hit, I was used to the different climates, but Katrina did a number on me. Earthquakes are nothing next to that, I want to move back, but the hurricanes hmmmm

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I wanted to leave this comment because I think a lot of people have misjudged my intent for this video. I have lived here for thirty years and I love it, why else would I make my channel all about living in Florida and calling it paradise. There was an article out when I made this video and it was talking about people who are leaving Florida and even to this date January 2023 people are still leaving Florida because it's gotten so expensive and for all the other reasons in this video, Florida is not for everybody just like living in Buffalo isn't for everybody. So the reasons mentioned in the video came from an article and there are multiple articles that mention the same reasons why people leave Florida. I have no intention of leaving Florida, I don't hate Florida, my kids are in Florida and I intend to stay in Florida. Thanks for watching.

[@c.m.303]

I think you may have misjudged the audience for a video titled "Why people are leaving Florida". By definition this title would attract people that were already thinking about leaving, or thinking about moving but had some concerns, etc. I am sure there are also people that appreciate having this list so they can consider if these are issues that they can live with or would prevent them from being happy in Florida. But these aren't new concerns, and you didn't change people's minds.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

My intention wasn't to change people's minds about moving here, I'm a Realtor and I make a good living off this channel by helping people move to Florida. It's more for entertainment and as I stated the article I read was talking about people leaving Florida for these top reasons. For instance, a lot of viewers have said politics is the main reason, I can tell you after being a realtor for 10 years I've never had a single client move because of politics, I've had them leave because of the cost of living, they miss their family and liked it better where they came from but not one has ever left because we had a Democrat or Republican governor, or they never told me that. But I appreciate your polite comment and thanks for watching.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@buffycat4641]

@@PalmBeachesPaul And for all those people who hate tourist, they instead need to thank them because that is where a large amount of the taxes to run the state come from.

[@mcmlxii4419]

@@PalmBeachesPaul Thank you for the interesting video; and you're right, no one ever leaves Florida (or any other state, for that matter) because of politics. That's just silly. People are free to vote however they sit fit regardless of the political climate in their state.

[@paulettebillson49]

I left Florida, after living there for 40 years. The city I lived in built high rise apartments. All the trees and wooded areas were torn down. It used to be country living. No more .Rent is astronomical. I had alot of skin cancer removed..I live on Long Island, NY now where I grew up. I even like the winters and the snow.

[@mstyles2667]

skin cancer is a very overlooked issue that comes with living in Florida, enjoy Long Island.

[@justynjonn]

Wow, you did just the opposite of most!

[@paulettebillson49]

@@justynjonn Yes I am unique. Lol

[@marzenarongione4968]

You are right on. Besides it’s a lot easier to keep yourself warm with clothing/heat during winter months in northern states than trying to keep cool here in Florida. Unhealthy humid hot air made it impossible for me to exist for 6 months outdoors in Orlando area. I have always enjoyed being outside- gardening, exercising, hiking, walking my dog . AC running inefficiently probably due to poor construction of the house so can’t hide inside either…just trying to barely survive here for 6 months June- November. My dog basically refuses to walk Even in a middle of the night it was 78 and 90 +++ humidity during summer . Now we discovered mold issues in our $8000 / month rental Decent house on the outside but terribly built on the inside. Most homes we looked it are small, cheaply built and super expensive Literally half the size our house in Virginia and neighbors breathing down our necks Renting for now and building new home for us… Not sure if that’s the right decision Hopefully we can relocate soon and sell our new house for profit . I would give anything to go back in time and beautiful Virginia. Houses and condos are everywhere on top of each other . HOA’s are a nightmare and walkable neighborhoods are a rarity and super expensive! Traffic is comparable to LA where we lived for 14 years

[@frankmarcia5956]

Paulette if i could find affordable senior apartments on Long Island i would move back right now. here in Tampa we do have affordable senior apartment communities so that's a plus. i came here from Nassau County Freeport and Rockville Centre loved both places. i also think health care such as hospitals and doctors are much better in New York.

[@marlenedawnsandford1150]

I think it’s the heat, along with traffic, it just gets to people. Keep in mind,…. people who leave their roots because they can no longer afford to live in the more expensive areas. Which now because of all the influx of people to the state of Florida has caused Florida to become also too expensive too.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@dahe8883]

I hear this a lot. It’s still a semi-free country. People can still move where they want. Floridians make a ton of money off of the visitors and the new people. I find it humorous that people who moved here, or their parents, are upset that people are moving here. And they always call them New Yorkers. I rarely see a NY tag. Some are leaving, they always cite the heat. It’s really not too expensive other than the housing. People who complain should already have settled in long ago. Will they complain about making $$ when they sell?

[@nickatanassov104]

There two FREE states = Florida and Texas , the rest are semi communist.

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[@patschill6748]

It’s a poorly managed red state. Scott had the opportunity to improve infrastructure back when Obama was President. He rejected it - to our ultimate despair. Traffic is beyond a nightmare. We have learned nothing it seems.

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[@envyme2037]

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[@shestudios]

The next video should be five reasons people are leaving America.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

That could be a great video. I'll have to do some research. Thx for watching and the idea 💡

[@mrenzi2120]

Not true. This year, 2022, not too bad. Fine, go ahead. Move to another state. Good for us.

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[@karolinak828]

Excactly USA is becoming communist country. Im done with it 💩

[@patriciaschuster1371]

Go to Russia, Africa or other wonderful

[@gator1959]

The traffic alone is enough to drive me out. I am 5th generation Floridian but this isn't how I want to live anymore. I need more green spaces and trees, not endless strip malls and subdivisions.

[@jessicayoung7132]

To each their own...there's also my home state born and raised "why people are leaving New Jersey." There is good and bad every where. I have lived on the west coast, mid west south east, north east and Europe. Been there done that. Oh also lived and worked in the middle east Iraq. There is good and bad no matter where you go.

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[@sanhara2747]

Ur absolutely correct.

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[@alanstahl594]

Absolutely agree 100%. It's a bummer that negativity is so sensationalized and over hyped. I prefer to smile and enjoy :)

[@micheledietrick265]

I and my family moved to South Florida from a suburb in the Midwest. Only my husband likes the intense heat and humidity. The rest of us don’t like it. We came from a neighborhood where the people waved and were so friendly. We shared wine and had get togethers with the neighbors. Parks were close and you could walk to them. Church was a slow ten minute walk. Every church had a carnival in the summer and the kids loved it. The children could walk to their friends’ homes. None of that is here.

[@expertmoldtest6309]

I left Florida 7 months ago and I love it!

[@youp9546]

I moved to FL in 1988 when I was 33 years old. I am now 67 and what is said in the video is so true. I can no longer tolerate the heat. And as far as summer, it starts in late February until late October in my opinion. Petty crime is out of hand as well as major crimes such as shootings/murders. Traffic is horrendous. You need a car, try walking in the middle of summer. I am debating about leaving but where do I go that I can afford and don't have to worry about natural disasters such as fires, blizzards, tornadoes, flooding, etc.

[@poeticjust3004]

You move to the Midwest sir and tornadoes are no big deal...they rarely touch the ground and usually like open fields

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[@micheledietrick265]

Tennessee or Indiana.

[@auctionmusic]

arizona/nevada

[@micheledietrick265]

@@auctionmusic kids are moving to get their Doctorates. They want to go back somewhere that has four seasons. Got to follow the kids. Have to be closer to in-laws too. They are getting older. They are in Illinois. We don’t want to move to Illinois. We just want to be closer in case they need help.

[@1FlyingSolo1]

I can agree that you haven't truly experienced Florida until you've spent an entire day outside in full sun on a 94 degree day in June. I did just that a couple years ago when I visited Hallandale Beach to see if I could stomach the summers if I decided to move later in life. Needless to say, it's hot and its humid and the sun can be unbearable. I'm an avid runner, but I had to do my runs first thing in the morning before the full sun came out. Otherwise, it can sap your energy rather quickly. I don't mind the heat and I am highly adaptable, but I imagine other people underestimate the intensity of a South Florida summer.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

And to think it’s almost here again, I’m so excited🙄

[@lewisblack3053]

I love to visit Florida but decided not to retire there mostly because there is too much traffic and too many people. It is also much more expensive relative to the north than it was just a few years ago.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@philipnguyen3107]

Smart decision. Home insurance is out of control.

[@markl7743]

Florida , by default, does not adapt to people. You have to learn to adapt to it. Texas is the same way. Honestly most all of the southern states are like this in so many aspects.

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[@olgawnunez8436]

I’m planning to leave AZ is getting crowded and so expensive on the tope the high crime

[@FloridaCatholicGuy]

@@olgawnunez8436that’s what happens when you vote Democrat.

[@romanhollow2985]

For many years now, Florida has continued its downward slide into oblivion. It is the state of diminishing returns, in so many ways. Just not worth it.

[@nwatson2773]

I have been here since 1990 but it’s becoming congested, overpriced and it’s no longer laid back as it used to be! The Transplants are affecting the cost of living and we can’t afford to live here with our low salaries 😢

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Unfortunately that is a problem for a lot of people, I mean I do make my living from helping people buy homes who want to live in Florida and I myself moved here 30 years ago love living here but it is getting crowded.

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[@bigrod997]

Snakes, alligators, and hurricanes keep me from moving to Florida. Also during the last bout of hurricanes that went through Florida. Insurance companies started cancelling policies and outright stopped doing business in the state all together. As a homeowner I would be furious. Don't want to deal with that headache.

[@backyardbreeze112]

Luckily for Floridians, the governor is busy fighting Mickey Mouse, teachers, the cruise industry and tracking down teen girls' period info to be bothered with that pesky insurance price gouging.

[@keithadams812]

Hey sleazy breeze maybe you belong in new york or california.... Definitely some george soros run city..... And hopefully the most prized and privileged among us We'll do what they will with you with no repercussions... Yup you definitely belong in a george sorros city

[@keithadams812]

The worst part about the insurance thing is every home in florida is now required to have flood insurance..

[@FloridaCatholicGuy]

@@keithadams812 not true..only if you are on citizens insurance.

[@FloridaCatholicGuy]

@@backyardbreeze112we don’t want you pedo liberals here.

[@kenr.b.891]

Florida in the number 1 state people are moving to, but the number 4 state they are leaving. Interesting.

[@misteriknow2069]

For me as an ex Floridian, it was the #1 reason you mentioned: the weather. Being born and raised in Jax but living in Orlando with family all over FL, I gotta say that was my determining factor. So I moved to WA 10 years ago and fell in love with Seattle and the Puget Sound and mountains. No natural disasters, 4 moderate seasons, hiking galore and a political scene that I favor. I don't miss mosquitoes, lizards, flying cockroaches, pythons, gators, etc. Hurricanes, Tornadoes, Severe Thunderstorms, lack of seasons, not knowing what a raincoat was, or what does "leaves changing colors" mean, lack of light rail/subway or even a decent bus system and I was never a beach or theme park person. Eventually it comes to different strokes to different folks. I do miss my Caribbean food and visiting family every now and then. But that's about it. 😂

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Sounds like you found a beautiful place to live

[@misteriknow2069]

@PalmBeachesPaul thank you! Don't get me wrong, not knocking FL's beauty. My home state is definitely top 5 in terms of beautiful states. But once I saw those Cascade & Olympic mountains I fell in love. You live in a nice looking area too!!!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

@@misteriknow2069 as much as I love Florida there are many beautiful places in this country and the world, when I went out west to Yellowstone and Utah I couldn't believe it. Colorado is one of my favorite places in the whole world. I love the mountains and the streams and all of the forest

[@jaredtheboss]

Agreed. Both. I wanna move to Washington lol

[@misteriknow2069]

@jaredtheboss do it!!! But I say visit in the heart of Winter to see if you can handle it 1st lol. If you come in Summer you'll like it too much 😆.

[@hantzp8210]

I live in Florida and what has made Florida overrated is all of the ignorant people moving here. For instance, the home prices have increased due to an influx of people who have never been homeowners buying over priced homes for 400k when in actuality the homes are only worth 175k. The rental market is a scam in Florida as far as the prices you have to pay to move in and utilities are a scam. I was charged $100 a month for water plus $120 for water transfer fee making my bill $220 a month plus tax. The reason for the $120 extra charge was to pay for the water pipes that deliver the water from the neighboring city-UNBELIEVABLE. THERE IS ALOT OF CORPORATE STEALING HERE AMONGST BUSINESSES THAT OVERCHARGE CONSUMERS WRONGFULLY. THE STATE IS NOT WORTH THE PRICE THAT COMES WITH IT. NOT TO MENTION, ALL OF YOUR BILLS ARE DUE NOW, THERE IS NOT REALLY A GRACE PERIOD WHEN THEY SEND YOU THESE FAKE OUTRAGES BILLS THAT ARE DUE.

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[@christianduval9067]

As a canadian....my second home is WestPalmBeach since 2013.. Only one reason I have a home in WestPalmBeach is to escape -30C and 3 feet of snow between dec to march.... I don't care about traffic....bugs.....wildlife.....hurricane.....humidity.......I just want nice weather

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@tinamckay-iv3tf]

I have lived here over 30 years now , and I would love to move back up north, where I grew up. It seems to be getting hotter, and I already hated the humidity, and the traffic is getting worse, along with the cost of everything.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I agree, this summer absolutely sucks more than any summer I've ever been through in South Florida

[@chart461]

I visited Florida. It is lovely. I lived in Savannah Georgia for over 30 years. I got tired of running from the hurricanes and the heat was awful. I moved inland.

[@RW-ss8bl]

I love Florida been here over 20 years i wake up every morning and bike ride to the beach and thank GOD I’m still here.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

Is that real line part of the new high speed that will connect all the way over to Tampa?

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

@@GreaterIndianapolisLiving yes

[@ronmanges2266]

I moved to West Palm from central PA. Jobs were plentiful, but I still couldn't afford it. Traveling mostly revolves around I95! And I guess that's ok, however when you look ahead and see nothing but brake lights for miles, that sinking feeling sets in, you know it's to be a while before you get where you were going. It's either a dead stop or 90 mph. Vacationland looks great, but several blocks from the beach the are segregated hoods, people of color fighting with other people of color. In PA you can wonder the mountains for hours in natural silence and not see another person. Not so in Florida. I lasted about a year there. Too many people trying to take advantage of what they think is a good thing. I'll put up with winter so I can enjoy fewer people, and enjoy Florida for the occasional vacation.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Florida's big state trust me there are plenty of places you can go to get away from people there's places on the west coast of Florida where you can be the only person on a beach you can go to the Florida Keys and literally be somewhere by yourself and I've gone just a short distance up to Hutchison Island and had an entire Beach to myself but the traffic has gotten worse and it's not going to get better. Thanks for watching please consider subscribing

[@micheledietrick265]

You’re right. When the twins graduate college they want four seasons and so do we. We are in South Florida and the hate runs deep here for anyone with religious beliefs and the places to live are tiny shacks that they charge big bucks for. The people are not friendly to say the least. I come from the Midwest and strangers you don’t know wave at you. Neighbors come knocking and invite you over for wine and a chat in their backyard. I want that again.

[@micheledietrick265]

@@PalmBeachesPaul if you have a family and have to have the room for them and provide you need a job. It’s not a vacation every day.

[@terrancemockler5907]

My favorite comment is from journalist T.D. Allman, and he hails from Tampa. "Florida is the Play-Doh state." People come here and mold it to their dreams only to watch it sink back into the goo. They keep ruining Florida, and Florida keeps ruining them back.

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[@norafox4789]

I ve been here like 71 years,I would love to leave!!but go back to North Florida,I live in Homosassa,home of the manatees,but on my SSI,I cannot even afford,to think about moving.Where could u move too..my house is paid for,but still have to pay repairs,etc.eveeything has gone up up,and kinda stuck,and it is hard on 945.00a month!!

[@GoingThroughTheMotions87]

You use your SSI outside of the United States. Think BIG!!!

[@goonn337]

Different states pay more

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

He's on Social Security, different states don't pay more Social Security, it's based on how much you put into the system.

[@angelomercure3747]

@@GoingThroughTheMotions87 Only SSDI can be collected outside the USA. It would actually be FELONIOUS to attempt to collect SSI outside the USA. Be warned!

[@CliffYates]

Great video brother. Love the production quality. We moved here from Ca. in 2020. We love it. Your video inspired me to make a video on why we love it. Luckily we have a summer place in the 1000Islands NY, so we escape the summer heat. We return and live here October to May, we love the perfect weather October to May. We are on the Space Coast, and love seeing all the launches. Keep creating great content. We have been here over two years and have only been in traffic when we visited Miami. In Ca, we had traffic in our driveway. This is great!

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[@steveking1660]

For those who want to leave Florida…knock yourselves out…I95 and I75 go in both directions!

[@Gati1313]

We left South Florida 4 years ago and I don’t miss it at all. Vacationing there is great, but living there… no.👎🏻

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I feel like I'm living on vacation every day

[@Gati1313]

@@PalmBeachesPaul as with everything, each person has a different experience. For me, I hated the parking lot traffic on 95 everyday; it also took 30-40 minutes to go to Trader Joe’s on US 1 when it should only take 10 minutes. People were rude, it was stifling hot all the time, property taxes are insane. Public parking, especially on the beaches was impossible to find, not to mention super expensive. We were lucky to have a condo on the beach with beach access, but the ridiculous traffic on A1A made it not even worth it. Not to mention home prices. We sold my moms house in Imperial Point for $500K in 2019, and it is now going for about $1M. For a normal middle class person, it is not affordable to live there any longer if you want to live East and in a decent neighborhood. So, yes, to be there for a while enjoy the beach from a nice hotel, and bake the sauna temps, sure. Long term living, not feasible.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I made the mistake of driving to Miami last week...OMG traffic was the worst I've ever seen

[@magdacisneros3607]

Love your video, thank you. I also love living in Tampa, the only thing I noticed is getting worst is the heat and humidity is making me 😫 literally sick.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thank you for watching. After 30 years of living here I also hate the summer heat 😒

[@rochellet1333]

I been here fifty years and the heat seems to be more intense as you age. Also, the traffic is getting worse and worse.

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[@doninmichigan]

@@rochellet1333 I feel the same way, heat and humidity used to not bother me when I was younger, now as I'm older, I have a hard time with it, and I'm in Michigan, lol. I know I couldn't handle it down south for sure.

[@ducheau100]

I was just in Tucson Arizona for a week. I was thinking about a possible move out there. But after a few days I still like Florida better

[@pjlee2053]

FL is much better than Tucson! We moved out here and I can't wait to be able to get back!

[@happyplaceforever101]

Another thing, People there are very political opinionated in FL, some northerners coming there forget they are still in the south. I got into an heated argument with a guy at bus stop in Miami last year vacationing, with some right wing local guy... the crazy part was, I'm a right wing guy too! I was not right wing enough for the local. Right Wings guys like me up north, are very diplomatic and we keep our mouth shuts for the most part, so left wing Northerners probably get a culture shock down in florida and move back. Funny thing, after meeting the angry right wing local, I just said at was on my mind and stopped being diplomatic in conversations, and had no more issues with people.

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[@johnpelszynski6646]

I Agree, Florida is getting too expensive to live in. I'm too old and in Ill health to move on. Fla is for wealthy, healthy people. I am over the Fla. dream.

[@valerierogers9609]

From a political perspective, I love FL idea. I need to live cheap, I don't like people, bugs or tourists. I'll stick with hot and dry rather than humidity sticking to me.

[@Tow.Man93]

High Property Taxes. High Home Owners insurance. Mandatory Flood Insurance for Everybody. High Cost of Living. High Auto Insurance plus being No Fault insurance. Why are they destroying Florida??

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I don't know. It sucks though!

[@jaredtheboss]

wages low apparently also

[@frankmarcia5956]

when i first moved to Florida in 1971 it was a great place to live. our first apartment was a two bedroom two full bath garden apartment rent was 175 dollars per month all utilities included. we moved here from Long Island NY where we had a apartment that was at that time 400 dollars per month plus utilities. i worked at Kennedy airport for a cargo airline and my salary was 600 dollars bi weekley which was great for that time . when i moved here to Tampa i had to work two jobs to make almost what i was making in New York. the only reason why i moved here to Tampa is because this is where my wife's parents lived and in 1975 my parents moved here as well so there was no going back to New York which till this day i wish i had never left. i don't mind paying higher prices for things as long as i am getting the service for the money. you don't get good service here in Florida. in 1972 i was hired by the US Air Force at Mac'Dill AFB and i had a great job there for 20 years in civil service as a logistics supervisor. all i can say is if i could relocate to somewhere in the southeast or the northeast and live in affordable senior housing like i do now i would be gone from Florida in a heart beat.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I have often thought how would my life be different had I stayed in Houston Texas. I know I would have had more friends and personal contacts that I could work with being a Realtor because I grew up in Texas and had lots of friends from my youth who all grew up and had families and bought homes but I moved here in 92 and this is where I have to make my mark and where I will die so I make the best of it. Thanks for watching and sharing your story. Please subscribe to my channel, my other videos are little more fun than this one.

[@davidnazario6646]

Moved here back in 1972 it was nice then now you have to pay more for 🚗 car insurance and home insurance. And taxes have gone up a lot. When I retire I will move out and it's too hot and the air for me is hard to breathe.🥵

[@thomasryan2679]

Greetings from NYC. We've visited Florida often when my parents lived there. One thing is for sure, the people were wonderful.

[@morriswilburn9858]

I was born and raised close to Houston TX, which is really bad during the summer (is both hot and humid). But south FL is much worse, is like a sauna bath. I did not believe that such an environment existed anywhere in the US until I personally experienced it. I am bewildered that anyone would voluntary go there.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

The difference is living in South Florida we get a breeze from the beach in Houston you get absolutely zero Breeze but all the same heat and humidity so it's like a sauna I lived in both cities did sales outside and can tell you I'll take South Florida over Houston any day not to mention there's no tar on my beach, the water is blue and the palm trees are nice but I love my fellow Texans so thanks for watching.

[@morriswilburn9858]

@@PalmBeachesPaul South FL is the only place I have ever been in which at 9am in an air-conditioned car I had to remove my shoes because they were sweating so much.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

🤣🥵

[@ronmann2689]

Amen brother!

[@goonn337]

Tx is great

[@christinebee9781]

I was a snowbird from Ohio for 10 years. We sold our house for all the reasons stated. Not to mention the locals hate you and don’t hesitate to let you know it. Weather, traffic, too many people, expensive.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Christine I'm sorry that you had a bad experience with the locals, not everyone is like that trust me. I've met many great people from all parts of the country who moved to Florida and I'm not even originally from here but I've lived here 30 years. Unfortunately there are stupid people everywhere.

[@thepamela050]

That's because too damn many of you have overcrowded our state..In case you missed it, the traffic is a nightmare, our cost of living and home prices have risen so high thanks to so many of you yankees flooding the state.

[@auctionmusic]

humidity is not what makes you feel sweaty...i learned this on the weather channel....its the dew point. A snowstorm is 100% humidity. Florida has very high dew points.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

All I know is in the summer it sucks and I can't stand it

[@auctionmusic]

@@PalmBeachesPaul In Phoenix it is so dry in the winter we can have a negative dew point. In June its very hot but its a "dry" heat heh.....still hot but you don't sweat because its so dry sweat evaporates. crazy. I'm from the northeast originally. After June the monsoon rolls in (monsoon means change in wind direction also got that from the weather channel) and our weather comes in from the gulf instead of Cali, so there dew points rise and it can be a little sticky, but nothing like new england and especially Florida.

[@eternal_nomad]

After the hurricane a few weeks ago I'm planning to leave Florida after 8 years living here. I am a farmer so it's not worth it to me to live somewhere that everything I build and grow for years can get destroyed in seconds.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I understand your concern but you do realize there's more crops ruined by freezing weather in the Midwest and tornadoes that can destroy an entire Farm then hurricanes ever do not to mention flooding and heat waves. Good luck and thanks for watching

[@eternal_nomad]

@@PalmBeachesPaul I won't move anywhere that has regular tornadoes. I'm sure where ever I decide will be the perfect place for me.

[@WendelltheSongwriter]

Like you I've lived in Florida nearly 30 years And there is truly just so much that I love about living here. I've always said it's like three states and one, and I've been everywhere in the state. I had young children and not much money and not much time so we always vacationed inside Florida and we have had an awesome time. That said, age and health issues have sent us into downsizing And we're not about to do those trailer parks. So much has changed in Florida in the last 5 years and now we see so many people are moving here. Where we live, the growth is ridiculous. Every square inch of bare earth is being developed, and the resources are being absolutely tapped. The beaches in Sarasota and Bradenton are regularly off-limits because of bacteria in the Gulf, we are seeing many more incursions with wildlife and between January and May it's getting almost impossible to be able to just do simple errands on any given day. They are turning interstate 75 into 10 lanes and it will only be adequate for a very short time. And yes, climate change is real and everyone I have spoken to who has been here a long time agrees that it is hotter today than it was 20 years ago this day. I will miss a lot, but I'm leaving.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thank you for watching. I'm so sorry you have to leave the state that you obviously have fond memories about, it has changed a lot in my 30 years but it's where I live and where my children are and I don't see myself ever moving away but only time will tell.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@andrewjones2133]

Good video my brother. Born and raised in in NYC. Retired as a New York City Police Officer. Live in Central FLorida and I’m not gonna anywhere. God willing of course………I’m just saying.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching, I have been here for 30 and I'm not going anywhere.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@troystpaul100]

I will bet a million dollars that your NYC pension is better than most public service employees in Florida. 😆

[@andrewjones2133]

@@troystpaul100 lol. I’m not going brag but………lol

[@troystpaul100]

@Andrew Jones A retired Florida Cop can never have your lifestyle on his Florida pension. 😆 🤣 😂 😹. That's why Florida is only great for a quick vacation or retirement.

[@missingebony]

Top 500 reasons to leave Florida: 1. Cost of homeowners insurance 2. Electric bills 3. Too hot 4. Hurricanes 5. Sink hole threats 6. Scam artists and cut throats 7. Too many old people 8. Cost of groceries 9. Lightning 10. Over populated 11-500. Heat and humidity

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Where would you move?

[@jaredtheboss]

where do u live..

[@dennistyler9852]

The Fixx , group from the 80s. They have a song - Less cities more moving people. Informative video Dude.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thx for watching Dennis, Love the Fixx.

[@patsyshafchuk5368]

I grew up here before air conditioning was a thing. I liked it way better back then. We had fresh fish and garden vegetables. Any water was okay to swim in - gators and all. They would just get out of the way. I liked it way better back then.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Yes I've heard it was nice back then although I'm sure there were disadvantages as well such as having to drive a long distance just to find a store but I've heard the stories about native Floridians growing up and swimming in the canals, even my wife said they used to do it but I still think it's a pretty stupid idea. Gators don't just get out of your way. Thx for watching.

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

I didn't experience the bugs on the Space Coast as I thought I would have due to Facebook groups talking about it. Space Coast always seemed to have a great breeze keeping the flying insects pushed inward.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

If you live near the ocean it tends to be a little bit better because you always have a little bit of a breeze to deal with the heat and it helps keep the bugs away

[@sanhara2747]

I think it depends on the time of the year.

[@jamesfrost7465]

I lived in Fl for 12 years, 29 years ago.. I'm glad to be out of it. I missed the change of seasons. I dont mind an occasional cold front, no snow. I like seeing the leaves change colors and the blooms in Spring. I still live at the beach and wouldn't want it any other way.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching, please consider subscribing, most of my other videos or just me showing fun things to do here

[@fishydubsfishing6516]

Well you covered the part about the tourism to the locals living here people that have been here for generations they consider the transients people that retire here and the snowbirds as tourist they do not want those people coming to Florida anymore and I've been told that Point blank I've been here for five years and I'm constantly fighting with them

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Not everyone feels that way and those that bitch about snowbirds have no problem taking their money at their shops and restaurants. Bottom line, without snowbirds and vacationers many businesses would be finished!

[@tlcforeveryoung3821]

I wish a bunch would leave! Too crowded here. Northerners need to stay up north!

[@wheatberry]

I moved to Florida years ago, for the very reasons some don't like it , namely, the amazing wildlife - which includes the insects, all reptiles, and so many other wonderful creatures ! And the heat to me, is just fine. With some common sense ( which is not too common nowadays), one can coexist peacefully here. Ya gotta do some research people - find the location that best fits YOU !

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thank you, I never said it was perfect but it is a great place to live but if some cant handle it or just dont like it then God Bless that we are free country and you can move anywhere you want. Thanks for watching.

[@gayledimitri5887]

I’m actually moving to Venice Florida in May, from NJ. I am purposely going in the summer, to truly be able to see how hot it is. I enjoy the heat anyway, and truly love nature. I can see it not being for everyone. Thanks for your post. 🌞

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching. The beautiful thing about Florida, There’s plenty of A/C and we’re surrounded by water. Good luck with your move and welcome to Florida 🌴

[@jeremykeller211]

A Florida teacher showed a masterpiece to his/her class: the magnificent David by Michelangelo. The Florida Taleban went berserk with rage at what they called "pornography." Generally, people in this presentation are more concerned with expenses and weather. I would agree that these are more important criteria, but Florida's cultural level is not an attraction.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Just like any other state Florida has its good and bad. Every state has stupid people on both sides of politics making stupid laws or just acting like asshats.

[@Refresh2b]

Spent 20yrs there. I'd definitely visit, but will be living in the great Northern states. Because it's hot then it's hot and the GOP is ruining the state.

[@Columbus1152]

I already knew what the five reasons had to be because we hear it over and over. I suspect there will be an exodus out of FL in a few years when the people who rushed down, during the pandemic years with many of them being first time visitors and buying sight unseen, for one or more of the same five reasons. The only one that kind of surprised me was the tourism complaint, I've heard plenty against snowbirds, but complaining about tourism is like complaining about the heat and humidity. LOL!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching. You don't hear tourism often but I did read it in an article and I've had some people say they just don't like it because it gets so crowded, for instance people in the Florida Keys are really over it even though they couldn't survive without it, but they get tired of people complaining that the service isn't quick enough and other things when the Florida Keys was never meant to be a luxury destination and you need to just chill and enjoy the scenery.

[@Columbus1152]

@@PalmBeachesPaul Isn't that like people who move near an airport then complain about the noise? I think a lot of people come to FL with their vacation goggles on, living somewhere is a lot different than vacationing somewhere, you'll only see the fun and scenery that you see on the postcard.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Absolutely 💯 correct, I wanted to move to the Florida keys so many times but realize that I would be bored out of my mind and quite honestly unless I could sell a bunch of homes there wouldn't make any money but there's very few jobs that I could do.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@patschill6748]

Traffic was no better in July when I visited. So it’s hard to blame the snowbirds.

[@alexalex13131]

The heat takes away your freedom because if you can't walk anywhere for more than a few minutes...you're basically trapped.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Sorry you feel that way, but thanks for watching and please subscribe

[@doninmichigan]

How about the skyrocketing cost of auto and homeowners insurance? I'm sure that's a big reason people will start moving as well.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

When I made the video homeowners insurance was bad but wasn't as ridiculous as it is now and I guess I'm used to the auto insurance because I've been in 30 years I don't remember what it was like when I lived in Texas or what it cost

[@doninmichigan]

@@PalmBeachesPaul And I was pissed when my homeowners here in Michigan went up 75 dollars for the second year in a row now to 680, when I see the numbers in Florida I guess I feel lucky, lol! Do you think it will keep increasing at that rate or plateau soon? I almost moved to FLA in the mid 80's, had quit the music business and was looking to start a new life. Went down to stay with a buddy who had transplanted from Michigan to St. Pete. It was nice but I ended up coming back to Mich, got into the electrical trade and never looked back, and now a retired Master Electrician with everything paid for. This was the first video I saw of yours, I decided to subscribe, keep up the good work!

[@melgomez7812]

Snowstorms are awful done with risking my life to drive to work

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Totally understand. Thanks for watching and please subscribe for more on living in South Florida

[@daveassanowicz186]

In Lee County FL you life will be at risk every time you're on the road

[@ronmann2689]

Try driving to work on Die75 interstste in Sarasota every day! Just be sure to say your prayers!

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

You mentioned bugs and reptiles as a reason. Do you think there are more in your area compared to Brevard Co or the Gulf. My daughter was accepted to 2 Florida colleges, so we are back searching to where to move in FL. We love the heat, water, outdoor lifestyle, etc. So we are open to Plam Beach area, back to Brevard Co, or SWFL. It all depends on hospitals for my wife's employment and me hitting the ground with Real Estate.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I've lived here thirty years and I've honestly probably only seen four snakes in my life and they were usually in the backyard and they were small now we do get rattlesnakes in coral snakes but I've never seen one these were just garden snakes, mosquitoes are given we live in a swamp you're going to have to deal with them but you can even get pest control people to spray that will eliminate a lot of them from bugging you and as far as alligators I've never seen one in my backyard and I've lived on the lake for 4 years but you have to consider any freshwater they could be living in it and you never walked your dog near the edge of a lake

[@rchamp1303]

I have lived all over the United States: New Hampshire, Colorado, Arizona, and Florida. I, personally, don’t feel I belong in Florida only because I love hiking mountains. I have met people who love Florida and also hate it. It really depends on your politics, activity level, if you are retired vs working. If you’re working you’ll need to commute in traffic. Snowbirds love winters but living in Florida in summer made me feel like I was melting. It boils down to your personal preference. If someone likes steak, but I like fish does it make either one of us wrong. Go experiment and try new locations. Nothing is permanent in life. My only suggestion is to rent for a year before buying property.

[@nikkipage9132]

I wanted to leave Florida. A lot of things have changed in the higher populated areas. I hate cockroaches! The heat and humidity kills me! If we lose electric in the heat, I freak! Hurricanes and tornadoes make me nuts! All the food and water disappear! I was widowed down here. I didn't get all the care my dying husband needed. But enough. Far more than Maine could give us. I was going to move into a van and live in that, go north. But then my name miraculously came to the top for a senior subsidized apartment. I took it. I am near the beach. Its a very nice well kept apartment. I am staying. Besides,..my sons grandson and DIL are here and we help each other. Besides, right now the weather is...THE BOMB!😂❤❤

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Sorry to hear about your late husband and the hard times you’ve endured. Glad you found a place to feel safe and call home. Thank you for watching and sharing. Your story means a lot to me.

[@Nick-kc9mz]

I like your laid-back approach to this video. I graduated from FIU in 1997. Lived there 10 years. Loved it! Now too cold in NC. now that I'm more mature! Lol! Thinking of moving back. Cheers!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks Nick, I really appreciate that. I try not to take myself too seriously in my videos. My family and I have done many vacations to North Carolina mostly in the western area close to Asheville and a little further Southwest, we love it there but yes the Florida Sunshine has always felt like home to me. Come on back, I'll find you a place👍

[@Nick-kc9mz]

@Palm Beaches Paul Hi. I wish you could. I have been looking relentlessly. Especially in manufactured 55+ gated communities; but man! If they can't get you with the lot leases, they get you with HOA. Besides, can't do the hurricane threats anymore. I am hoping for a nice 55+ apartment with amenities in the next year or two. I am retiring on a fix3d income, and hopefully working just enough to keep my mind sharp. Thanks!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

@@Nick-kc9mz well thank you for watching thank you for your kind words and if there's anything I can do to help you as a realtor feel free to reach out to me

[@Nick-kc9mz]

@@PalmBeachesPaul Thank you.

[@paranoidandroid6711]

Homeless and drug addicts every. Renters have absolutely no rights here. Low wages,awful traffic and the humidity is terrible. Cost of living is much higher here now. Republicans contro the legislation and the governorship yet somehow none of these problems are their fault.

[@samanthamccormick1505]

Democrats have held the Governorship for almost all of the time since 1845 except the last 20 yrs when it became REpublican Governorship. Otherwise, from 1845 there were only very brief interruption in Democratic governorship [once for 5 yrs when it went to the WHIG party and again more than 150 yrs ago when for 8 yrs there were Republican governors]. It is only over the last 20 yrs that Republican governors have had a steady hand over Florida.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

thx for watching please subscribe and like the video

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@joycewilson79]

Lived here in FL for a almost 2 yrs. So sad that it is almost impossible to find some land due to cost and really worried we wouldn't be able to afford the insurance. Cost of living is high but is high all over. Unfortunately wages are lower then other states. It is pretty hot and humid in the summer and don't care for the snakes and cockroaches. It also gets really packed when the snowbirds come back and tourists. Roads are crazy.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@Ohiogardengoddess]

My sister left there after 20+ yrs of living there because of hurricanes, big bugs, and foreigners.

[@omasthoughts47]

Lived through Ian. The west coast is destroyed. I live here and I’m staying.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Glad you're OK. I have lived through Francis, Gene, Wilma and all the other smaller storms over 30 years and I too never left. thx for watching please subscribe.

[@jaredtheboss]

What does everyone think of the pay in FL compared to other states? Has anyone worked in FL than gone to another state? How is the pay?

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I can't compare because I moved here when I was 27 and have never left .

[@misteriknow2069]

Reason 5 needs to be revised. You should say South Florida in the burbs you need to walk. If you live in the largest city in South Florida (Miami)...you can make it without a car. Fl's only rapid transit exists in the heart of the 305 and makes it accessible to not have a car and it's called Metrorail. Metrorail serves the urban core of Miami, connecting Miami International Airport, the Health District, Downtown Miami, and Brickell with the northern developed neighborhoods of Hialeah and Medley to the northwest, and to suburban The Roads, Coconut Grove, Coral Gables, and South Miami, ending at urban Dadeland in Kendall. That's 24 miles of track that serves several communities. Not to mention the Metrorail connects you to that commuter train for Broward & Palm Beach. It's not perfect, but compared to the rest of the state, public transit in the most dense parts of South Florida definitely exists.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Very true, most of my videos cover Palm beach county and some broward

[@sailorx72]

For me I have some allergy problems that are prompting me to leave Florida. Also cost have gone way up. That and the kind of people who have moved down here are much different than just natives and due to that the attitude of the state has gotten very negative. It's not the state I grew up in anymore.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Sorry to hear that but I completely understand everyone has their reasons. Thank you for watching the video and leaving a comment.

[@cw5152]

Thanks for sharing Palm Beaches Paul. I enjoyed your short video. What kind of update can you give on Uber, Lift, and other taxi services. I know your governor is a real Boss. What other incentives is her providing for all Florida citizens and visitors young and old. I know that I would be very very, and extremely stressed out if I was in charge of the U.S. tropical paradise where its hard to keep its regular citizens due to tourism, global warming, and everything else. I truly would like to relocate to Florida after learning more about the state and its economy, thank you.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

CW there's plenty of uber and other rideshares here in South Florida and still taxis and there is public transportation it's just not as good as larger Metro areas. Like any place Florida has its good and it's bad points but I love it here. Thanks for watching and please subscribe

[@nick8243]

Being from the northeast and living in FL for the past 5 years, I would also say that the scenery can be underwhelming. It's very flat and the trees don't grow as tall. That's one thing I really miss. Although there are many tall pine forests in northern FL.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

We love Colorado & NC and when I get back home I miss the trees and the mountains so I totally understand along with waterfalls and rivers. Thx for watching.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Very true we just don't have mountains like NC or other states and those are nice to see once in a while but I love our beaches more.

[@Twizzledoc187]

The scenery is mind boggling and stunningly beautiful to me. Seeing palm trees decorating the coast line on my way to Clearwater never ceases to impress me and I’ve lived here for over five years. The sunny mornings and the ability to wear shorts and T shirt for more than 320 days per year is the BEST!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@rockaruna]

I always loved Florida but I moved to the Yucatán in Mexico. I like the heat. Got tired of crazy prices and Florida man mentality.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Enjoy that paradise

[@sakja123]

This is my 2nd time around in Florida. Came as a 10 year old in 73' to Broward. Much of Broward has become a S___ Hole. Settled this time in Delray. Love it!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Love Delray thanks for watching and thanks for commenting

[@jessicayoung7132]

There will be shit holes no matter where you go. It's not 1973 anymore.

[@goonn337]

All Florida is a shit hole

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@cosmicviewer477]

@@jessicayoung7132 There were shitholes in 1973, too.

[@Prewittfit]

Great video Paul thanks for the info

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thank you Dan I always appreciate your support.

[@justhereforthefoliage]

Good video, Paul! All makes sense.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thx for watching. It's different for everybody and there's other reasons people leave, some people miss the northeast or wherever they came from.

[@justhereforthefoliage]

@@PalmBeachesPaul Yeah, there’s a million reasons why people make the moves they do, while others wouldn’t even ever understand them. I agree on the traffic though, especially South Florida. I thought we had traffic here in Cincinnati until I visited South Florida! I realized we just have minor disruptions lol! Traffic in Dade and Broward is just different!

[@tamisullivan8548]

It's okay you can have Florida 🤣 thought I was missing out when I was little but I'm very happy and content where I am 😂👌stay safe😎😄✌️🙏

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thank you I will I absolutely love Florida never felt safer in my life.

[@tinman8972]

To each his own. Florida's hot? I live on a barrier island off St. Pete where there's always a breeze, even in the dog days of summer. Stay out of the sun and it's very tolerable. High real estate prices? They go with desirable locations. Tourism? It supports the local economy, and I for one feel jackpot lucky to be living in a place where people from all over the world pay big bucks for the chance to spend a few days where I live year round. Wildlife and bugs? Not a factor. I was bitten by mosquitoes growing up on Long Island a lot; it's simply not a problem here, especially with the constant breezes. Public transportation? C'mon, if you don't have your own car, move to New York City. I can take a bus from where I live to hook up with trains or planes to go anywhere.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Sounds like you live in a nice part of Florida and I have no intention of leaving Florida, it was just a KZbin video but thanks for watching

[@goonn337]

Florida still sucks

[@ji-wonseong1623]

I'm from Washington state (pacific northwest) and I am considering a move to Central Florida. I'm pretty tired of Washington's boring culture, Seattle Freeze, extremely high costs of living (Florida is cheaper without hurricane and flood insurance for sure), and limited growing seasons. A sunny place with weekly outdoor events and swapmeets, an ability to grow food mostly year-around, and year-around warmth sounds much better. My state is falling apart just as much as other claim Florida is: 25/hr. here is barely scraping-by, criminals are getting away with everything, squatters have rights, only 8 of 125 substance offenses in King County were even persecuted, the price of groceries and gasoline is beyond out of control (man, the price of beef is horrific), and the costs of living just steals all your income, illegals are handed money instead of working citizens, tech/healthcare layoffs are rampant, homeless are everywhere, and Seattle is just dying. If I was poor, I would choose Florida any day- at least I can grow food year-around to save. Compare Everett (Washington) with Lakeland (Florida)- both have about the same capita. Lakeland is clearly the winner here and actually has things to do.

[@treboy]

I just want to live somewhere where it’s warm year around I can’t stand where I live I can’t stand it …. Definitely want to be within 2 hrs of a beach

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Where I make all my videos its only 15 to 30 minutes from the beach. Let me know if you need any real estate help. thx for watching and please subscribe

[@oldcrone]

I live 20 minutes from. A1A. LOVE IT!

[@Aaron_R]

#5 is wrong. Brightline/Tri-rail, Palm Beach county has below average busing, Broward is average, Miami is good for bus. Also Miami has people mover/elevated train.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@discobee7097]

What about the sinkholes?

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

They're extremely rare and mostly situated in Central Florida. Unfortunately they have happened and people have lost their homes but I haven't heard of one in probably 10 years

[@kathywimmler453]

I’ve been here eight months and want to return to Colorado and the Rocky mountains asap! Not feeling it here!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I totally get that, we love Colorado, all those mountains and nature. I would absolutely hate the winters though, you can keep that.

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

Did you get the bad weather like they predicted?

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

We didn't have any hurricanes hit the East Coast but we did get a tropical storm that did pretty good amount of damage up near Daytona

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

@@PalmBeachesPaul we came back to Cocoa Beach 2 weeks after it went through for a week and everything looked good as if nothing happened.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Are you talking about Ian, because this wasn't Ian this was the one that was a tropical storm that happened weeks later

[@GreaterIndianapolisLiving]

@@PalmBeachesPaul yes we came there 2 weeks after Ian... I don't mind weather as I'm fascinated by it. Do you have any videos on water lifestyle? Kayaking, waverunner, boating, fishing, etc???

[@dahe8883]

I moved here 3 years ago. The worst part of Florida is the whining and the fake “patriots”. If those two factions left Florida this place would be great.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

just curious but what are fake patriots?

[@dahe8883]

@@PalmBeachesPaul it’s a person who claims to be a patriot but whose values align with fascism, align with insurgents, align with those who pick on people who simply want to be free to live their lives as a U.S. citizen. A fake patriot wraps themselves in the flag and the pledge of allegiance, while wanting to deny others of their freedom. They think guns = freedom. Forcing religious beliefs on others = freedom. They are the anti-Americans.

[@pinkcat8855]

@@dahe8883 Well stated. 👍

[@l.a.6522]

If people think that florida is crowded, let them come to NY... there isnt anywhere u gonna go in NY that will not be crowded...

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I can't imagine living in or near NY city. thx for watching, please subscribe.

[@baybenena]

You may think all of NY is crowded because when you say NY you only think of Manhattan. There are so many nice places in NY that are livable, peaceful,close to all amenities and public transportation that are not crowded. I’ve been living in NY for 38 yrs now.

[@l.a.6522]

@@baybenena i should have said NYC... upstate NY is not crowded...

[@l.a.6522]

@@baybenena give examples of such places...

[@Crystal-db3hd]

Although I too am planning on moving to Florida, I have to say NYS is beautiful & a different world than NYC. The city isn’t even the same city in which I grew up in. EVERYTHING & EVERYWHERE changes. While I love living in upstate NY (great schools & healthcare) I’m leaving to Florida for the weather & salt life. Will come back to NY every few months just like many other New Yorkers do. Traffic in Florida IS NOT worse than the Cross Bronx Expressway or the GW Bridge. And some of these commenters should try living thru sub zero temps and then get back to me about the heat. 😂Oh & we have hurricanes too! (Irma, Sandy, & storm surges/flooding all the time now). Oh and snow & sleet & black ice. 😉 Thx for the informative videos. See u in Florida! Lol

[@happybergner9832]

#1. The Govenor?

[@mstyles2667]

People are moving here because of him. Did you not see the landslide victory? That was helped by the hundreds of thousands of conservatives who moved here from NY/NJ/IL/CT/MA.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thx for watching, please subscribe

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@jessicayoung7132]

Live in Baltimore you'll appreciate Florida areas better LOL or Newark NJ, Camden. How about Barstow, CA or downtown LA

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching

[@DavidDiaz-de2qf]

A lot of people leaving Fl right now.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching David. Yes, there are quite a few people leaving due to the rising cost of homes and the insurance headaches that we are all dealing with but there’s still more people moving here on a daily basis.

[@DavidDiaz-de2qf]

Idk why are they moving Fl for.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Same reason people have for decades, the sunshine, the beaches the laid-back lifestyle.

[@Ms_Gfannin]

I really enjoyed this video! Very informative, I’m thinking of moving to Florida from Ohio, just trying to get the courage to deal with the creatures down there… roaches, snakes, etc. 😩. Either way, great video!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for watching. The creatures aren't that bad, it's like any place else there's always going to be nature. Obviously if you live near the Everglades there's more chances of seeing alligators. Reach out to me if you have any real estate questions, my contact information is below the video.

[@Ms_Gfannin]

@@PalmBeachesPaul will do!!! Thank you!

[@goonn337]

Don't nothing here

[@Twizzledoc187]

I moved from Ohio to Florida. Trust me, it’s not bad at all. Never saw an alligator. Can only count on ONE hand the number of times that I saw a small snake. And snakes are afraid and quickly slither away. Roaches are an easy fix. Spray Ortho brand bug repellant around the perimeter of your house. It sure beats ice scraping the windows every day and seeing grey skies for six months.

[@Ms_Gfannin]

@@Twizzledoc187 thank you! The roach advice is very encouraging, that was one of my biggest worries!

[@josephshields2922]

Upstate NY is underrated. While NYC is a zoo. overpopulated, overpriced and crime ridden the population of rural NY STate is decreasing. Thanks to global warming the winters are getting milder.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

I've heard Upstate New York is absolutely beautiful and nothing like New York City

[@goonn337]

Im moving there

[@rainbow20112011]

All states have people moving in and leaving them. Florida is one of the fastest growing states. I even read that it was the fastest growing state in 2022, the first time since 1957.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Actually an article just came out that said it's the number 2 state people are moving to and I knew that when I made this video last year in May.

[@rainbow20112011]

@@PalmBeachesPaul There will always be some people leaving a particular state, no matter how good or bad that state might be.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

No I totally agree it was just an interesting article and I was looking for different stuff to make videos about

[@MrToad-rv7rg]

Reason why I want to leave Florida number 1 the rent I used to rent here 8 years ago for a 2 bad and one bath was about 855 my first house was 1195 for a three bedroom and 2 bathroom in poinciana the same place now is to 2200. I left New York for political matters and also high cost of living but right now FL has literally the same cost of living but not the same wages and lack of union in so many jobs healthcare system simply suck in Florida. We have New York housing cost but we don’t even has the salaries that New York City stand for. Back them in Florida with 8.05 and some roommates you were able you easily afford a three bedroom houses but is not like that anymore. People down here aren’t like they used to be nice and warming I feel like all the grumpy people moved down here and is turning Florida into another New York when it comes to behavior wise. I run away from the crowd from NYC and now I feel like I am stuck in another crowded state. 🙄

[@jaredtheboss]

i compleyley agree..form nyc area and agree..looking to relocate..the wages are extremely low i dont get it..and rent is almost ny prices? where to go what to do>

[@goonn337]

The locals are grumpy too

[@overundersidewaysdown]

Leaving? Haven't even arrived yet! Leaving Southern California for Palm Coast at the end of the year. I'll never be back!

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Welcome to Florida and thanks for watching please be sure to subscribe and share the channel with anyone else who wants to leave California.

[@worldvison7589]

You’ll complaining about Florida, try living in Canada lol Where you are taxed beyond recognition. The you’ll appreciate Florida more if you knew what you have. And where are you all moving too?

[@sanhara2747]

French canadian?

[@9395gb]

Florida has high sales tax on goods and services so the Florida government is getting their money one way or the other. Plus gas, rent, food, car and insurance are expensive in Florida. Its not like the US has universal Healthcare and a lot of the other services provided by Canada's higher taxes. Also Florida has low wages primarily because the economy is based off tourism and the service industry. I only know this because I considered moving there and did a lot of research and travel in Florida. I decided its a nice place to visit only for me. There are tradeoffs and benefits in both systems.

[@ryanrachal5458]

dude,,,easy. Tenn/Carolina

[@worldvison7589]

@@9395gb Give me a break. Try switching Canada for Florida and see how long you last.

[@alicemoore9701]

@@worldvison7589 you should see the current property taxes in Florida they've gone up exponentially!

[@docfmb1]

you forgot all the public buses that are all over the roads, you can get anywhere with a bus, I have many times.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Yes they do have busses but they don't cover lots of areas like they do in NY or Chicago,

[@docfmb1]

I seem to see them all over palm beach county. Military trail to federal highway

[@DreaScott67]

North and central FL is a completely different vibe than south FL...in particular the public transportation is very limited in the north and central FL area.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

My point was that most people do need a car living in South Florida and if you don't have the means for one or you've never driven before because you've lived in New York your whole life it can be quite difficult getting anywhere

[@judymarasco4231]

We had a house in Sarasota before the 2nd housing bust; only stayed in it from December to April. We sold it bc the insurance was expensive if you can get an insurer to insure your house. I could never live there year round as I hate bugs, alligators, snakes and all the other exotic species that we don’t have up north. And the hurricane season as well; the only hurricane I lived through was superstorm Sandy and that was enough for me, wouldn’t want to live through that again so bye bye Florida it was nice while it lasted but I will stay put for now

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Really sorry you had that kind of experience Judy but I understand. If any of your New York friends are looking to move here or retire here over on the East Coast near Palm Beach Boca Raton, Delray Beach, please refer them to my channel or my email, I would be happy to help them with any real estate needs. [e-mail]

[@jaredtheboss]

where do u live now

[@StellarFella]

Florida is now a shooting gallery for hurricanes.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

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[@baybenena]

Look at the floods now in Ft Lauderdale, on its 4th day now, the airport is closed too

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

One time in literally hundreds of years. Doesn’t mean Ft. Lauderdale is flooding each year, if so how come I’ve never seen any news stories each summer when it pours rain every afternoon.

[@StellarFella]

@@PalmBeachesPaul - Stay tuned and learn.

[@Filmstarindamaking]

Ok here we are my top 5 reasons for leaving: 1. Property taxes too high especially once you buy the overpriced homes and are reassessed for triple or mor of the amount the previous owner paid. 2. Home and car insurance is too darn high. It’s triple what I paid in NY for a similar size house and my car insurance went up by $700. 3. Jobs pay 50% less than what I was used to making at same type of work. Yeah there is no income tax but that does not balance out the lower salaries. 4. Rent, Utilities, water, even the food is very expensive. 5. Public transportation sucks. Most of Orlando is not walkable. Some streets don’t even have sidewalks. I feel sorry for retirees and folks on a fixed income. There is no way to offset the increasing cost of living.

[@PalmBeachesPaul]

Thanks for your comments and watching