The Pro's AND Con's Of Living Full Time In Ocean City Maryland

I get A LOT of questions about living in Ocean City, so today I go over some things we like and some things we don't. I don't like to get too personal with our lives, but this video I felt like I had so that you can know what it's like to live here if you ever consider moving here.
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[@regopit44]

Nice video Jay. We moved down here full time 6 months ago. It is truly a different pase of life here. Things move a little slower down here. My biggest pro I'm 3/4 of a mile to the beach. I go up every day and take a look. A lot of people save all year to come here for a week or two. I'm lucky enough to live here.

[@ReelJayB]

Congrats on the move! We love it here! Can't beat 3/4 of a mile away from the beach! I'm sure I'll see you around town at some point, say hi if you see us.

[@danasorton6688]

You're living the dream - mine at least! I hope this is okay to ask: After you moved to OC, did you find it hard to meet people and make friends? Are the locals open to new people?

[@ReelJayB]

Hey Dana! When we moved, we had 2 little kids, so my wife was very active with the kids either bringing them to the library activities, local parks, etc. So we didn't have any issues at all meeting new people and making friends. Like I mentioned in the video, everyone knows everyone so it's a nice small community. Some locals will stick to themselves, like any smaller town, but most are very friendly.

[@jgwood10]

Great video! I have been coming to OC since I was a little child (literally almost 65 years). I have thought about moving there over the years. I’m a retired nurse so I knew I would have employment back then. Even if I don’t live there I will continue to visit over the years.

[@toyman81]

But you have seen the major changes over the years.

[@tomstratemeyer2337]

Very informative video,thanks Jay

[@samnkelstrunk2798]

This was great! So informative. Thank you so much h for taking the time to do this video!

[@ReelJayB]

Glad it was helpful and thanks for watching!

[@markstuart6565]

Great video and spot on. I've been coming to OC since I was a kid and now have own a condo on 46th for the past three years. I don't live here full time, but come down a lot in the winter and agree with everything you said. I kinda like the quiet in the winter, a nice contracts to the crazy summer.

[@ReelJayB]

We love the quiet winter. And it's real peaceful with no one here.

[@jenm2658]

Love the crab cake reviews. That’s how I found your channel. My parents have been in OP since 1996 and love it! We have had and continue to have great memories at the house ❤so cool to find a channel like this.

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks Jen! Really appreciate you watching! I'm sure we'll run into you in OP, we are always biking around and fishing here in the summer.

[@user-fd6cx8pn3j]

Very good synopsis-appreciate your insights!

[@ReelJayB]

Thank you very much!

[@pittsburghliving412]

Great job! I’ve wondered about these things. Didn’t think about how the atmosphere would destroy stuff…only the health benefits of living near the ocean.

[@dannykapz]

Great video Jay. We love living in Bishopville! It’s almost not secluded enough for us.

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks! We love Bishopville, I like how it's not being built up too! I think if we ever moved again, it would definitely be Bishopville.

[@marcquirk5063]

Love it down there! We have been going there since the late 70's. We are on 25th street and have been there for the whole Blu and Embers development prosses over the years and love your content. I cant wait to move there when i retire.

[@ReelJayB]

Embers is opening in April!!!! Your in a prime location too!

[@gravelmountain]

Great summary for sure, been coming to OC since I was a small child - in my 50s now and just built a house with my wife in Ocean Pines. Look forward to learning more from you and I’m sure we will meet out there fishing sometime! Would love some tips on how to join what in the HOA.

[@ReelJayB]

No way! Welcome to the Pines! I'm sure we'll run into each other...it seems big here but it's not at all.

[@ChantalQC1969]

Very interesting to get your viewpoint on living in Ocean City. I'm booked to going down this summer for a week with my family from Montreal and we're very excited. See you soon!

[@ReelJayB]

Have a safe trip and enjoy your vacation!! If you see us around, say hi!

[@torjlou]

My aunt lives in Montego Bay in OC. I go visit her almost every weekend from Baltimore. She loves it down there!

[@brendamueller473]

Thank you so much for the information. I've lived in Baltimore for thirteen years and I've never been to ocean City. I know really. But we're going this summer and I really don't know much about it. You sound like me explaining Clearwater Beach where I lived for seventeen years. Sounds exactly like the same place. I loved it there so after seeing your video I can't wait to go there. Hope you and your family keep on enjoying it because now I really miss the life style. Again thanks for the info.

[@ReelJayB]

Hey Brenda! 13 years and you've never been? Your going to have a great time! Lots to do and things for everyone to enjoy. I've never been to Clearwater Beach, but if it's anything like the rest of FL, our murky water doesn't even compare! Enjoy your time here, if you see me around, say hi!

[@juliahart8593]

Came since I was a child, am now writing a book about it. Thanks so much for your help!!!

[@ReelJayB]

Wow that's awesome your writing a book! Hope you enjoyed my video!

[@MichaelRubillo]

Great video Jay. Thanks for sharing the information. My wife and I are closing on our house near you tomorrow and have decided to make it our primary residence. This will be my wife's first time living outside PA and we were just talking about how long it would take to have OC feel like home. Glad to hear you faced the same thing and that eventually OC does feel like home.

[@ReelJayB]

Congratulations!!! You'll love it here. Definitely check out the Yacht Club on the weekends....can't beat the food/drinks/music! If you see us around Ocean Pines, say hi!

[@MichaelRubillo]

@@ReelJayB We will be in Ocean Pines playing Pickleball at least once a week and playing golf at Glen Riddle.

[@terrilynn1771]

Thank you so much for your video.. ive been trying to talk to my mom into selling our house in Harford County, MD and move to Bishopville or ocean pines.. we love the quietness… and Bishopville sounds right up our alley … I love seeing you and your wife’s videos … Have a awesome day.

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks Terri! We love it here in the pines, it's quiet and we can be away from the busy crowds if we want. We're also not far from the water.

[@carrieburks-peacock3679]

Love OC been coming since I was born 42 years ago!! My granny had a big White House where the 7-11 is on division. My mom and aunt own a place on 136th. I come multiple times a year and have definitely thought about moving there. Great video

[@ReelJayB]

That's insane knowing your grannys house is the 7-11 now!

[@johnbyrne9278]

Well done Jay. Your video was spot on. We have a place on 129th st (which you passed during the video). Another comment on home maintenance is trying to find a good trade to handle specific issues. They are tough to come by and they're usually very busy especially in season. We're trying to get an electrician to do some minor work and they either don't call back or you wait over a month.

[@ReelJayB]

A lot of companies here are on "beach time". I hear allllllllllll the time that no companies call back, or sometimes they don't even show up! Hopefully you can find someone soon!

[@wolfrus1809]

I’m an electrician hoping to move that way maybe I can help ya lol

[@rsaxon1711]

Nicely done. We are retired and are back and forth between OC and PA. You nailed living inOC!

[@ReelJayB]

Thank you!!!

[@tylerbrewer988]

We live in Salisbury and have found it's close enough to Ocean City to be there relatively quickly, but just far enough away to stay out of the busyness if we want to. I'm glad you called out the grocery store con, we have the same problem here. Love the videos!

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks Tyler! I figured you would have had a lot more grocery options near you! Salisbury is always fun to visit, we love going to the zoo.

[@flea4061]

LOL! I grew up across from that Zoo. I use to work summers in Ocean City. I had a great childhood.

[@ELVISRN1]

Live there in a heartbeat......great place all over.

[@michaeldavenport5034]

Thanks for this pro and con update. Wife and I traditionally go after Labor Day and before Memorial Day. Still great weather, less crowds, better pricing. We've noticed a lot more has been open in the off season. And we do our golf trips in April or October. Thanks for the driving tour. "What's this guy doing? We knew. Lol.

[@ReelJayB]

After Labor Day is always a ton of fun! That's probably our favorite time of year, because the crowds are gone and everything is still open.

[@michaeldavenport5034]

@@ReelJayB plus being retired, we can pick and choose our dates.

[@carldea]

Jay, Thanks for the video! Hopefully, we'll run into each other someday. Nice reviews.

[@ReelJayB]

Thanks Carl!

[@nmtashbug]

Many Thanks For The Video... Have Been Wondering About a Few Of The Pro's & Con's of Moving To Ocean City As My 26Yr Old Son Recently Moved There From Sunny South Africa...😁😁😁... Your Video Update Answered Many Question's I Had As I Haven't Been Able To Get Much Out of My Son Except I'm Fine Mom...He He... His Working At Trimper's in Ocean City..😁😁😁... Thank-You For Mentioning Things Like You Live Where People Vacation And That it Took a While to Adjust to Moving There.. That Winter's Can be Totally the Opposite to Your Summer's Which Helped Me Understand Alot About Ocean City.... 😁😁😁.... Thank-You For a Great Video Explaining So Much in Just 20 Minute's..... (Happy Mom Now...Thanks To Your Time & Great Video) ..😁😁😁 LOOKING FORWARD TO YOUR FUTURE UPDATE'S

[@ReelJayB]

Absolutely no problem at all! Glad you enjoyed it! Your son is going to have a lot of fun here and we LOVE going to Trimper's so I know we will run into him at some point. That's so cool to hear he came all the way from South Africa!!

[@ggarden8432]

We have always thought about moving to the shore when we retire. Or buy a place and split our time. Not to sure yet because MD isn't the best place to retire, the Taxes suck.

[@jasonwalker927]

Maryland is a good place but u need to stay away from Baltimore City I live in Manchester Maryland

[@mikekreen9336]

Healthcare is both a pro and con, like getting a dentist appointment in a timely manner. Nice video.....

[@whiskeymike8702]

I lived in OC for 9 years. I liked it, but was glad to move back across the Bay Bridge. Still go to Assateague Island a lot.

[@markcooney9736]

Just moved here! Thank you for this video!

[@ReelJayB]

Congrats and hope you enjoy it here! If you see us around, say hi!

[@markcooney9736]

@@ReelJayB absolutely! Currently seeking employment. Any possible leads? I have landscaping, enviro science and, construction experience! Applied to a few small jobs to get me on my feet so far. I love it here. Been coming here since I was a kid.

[@ReelJayB]

@@markcooney9736 look into Marine construction companies. They are usually hiring. Also the toen of ocean city posts full time positions frequently

[@nataliestory2614]

Pro Like I did yesterday go shopping without crowds in West OC and have a half priced lunch on Wednesday at The Bad Monkey.

[@glenwillard7537]

Thank you it was an awesome video I've been waiting for somebody to make a video like that about ocean city and I do have a question how much is AQA fees in Ocean Pines where I live I have a county and a town tax I was just wondering if you all have that too plus the HOAV

[@ReelJayB]

Ocean Pines has 3 different HOA fees depending on where you live. Wooded, golf course, or water. We are wooded, so we have the cheapest. It's about $950 per year but sadly it doesn't cover anything. We still pay for water, sewer, trash, etc. Property taxes for us are to the county and there's no town tax.

[@321fulltime5]

Been going to OC since I was a kid camping at Eagles Nest campground. Brought my kids to Frontier Town for years. Wife and I enjoy going down in the off season. Hopefully someday, we'll be able to get our own place.

[@ReelJayB]

I know a lot of people don't like the offseason, but it's very peaceful, we love it just as much as in season!

[@wolfrus1809]

Frontier town is the best place ever…I usually rent a tent site it’s the most relaxing place ever

[@106pricey]

Great video. We love OC, and sadly my wife and I won't be going this year. My son will be there for senior week though. We thought about moving there many times, but considering our stable, decent jobs we have, it would be a big change. Maybe a retirement area, if we ever get to do that.

[@ReelJayB]

I think it's perfect for retirement, especially north OC with hoe quiet it is. If you can't make it this year, there's always next year!

[@304ssg]

So cool! We have only gone in July (and occasionally Labor Day) and I’ve never seen those streets so “driveable” LOL. I’m used to it looking like a giant parking lot

[@ReelJayB]

It's crazy how empty it gets! Even this past Labor Day...Monday it was busy and Tuesday it was empty.

[@totalnoobfishing1753]

CON = Sunsations on every corner LOL... Eessssh I can imagine the summer buzz probably drives you guys crazy . Great video... loved the drive footage really took me back.

[@ReelJayB]

HAHA yeah really....it's now turning into Sugar Kingdom on every corner! A local facebook group was asking about a new building being built...they wanted to know what was going in, I commented and said a Sunsations (obviously joking) and the group lost their minds on me!

[@mikewillett5076]

Yep, a very commercial beach town, second to Myrtle Beach. Very overrated but I do like it once in awhile. My favorite thing is, that it draws in the masses while some other towns don't get half as crowded.

[@totalnoobfishing1753]

@@mikewillett5076 Have to say that we went once 2 years ago and used Jay's videos as an insider guide. I paid the extra cash to ABNB it, the hotels were just a zoo and the boardwalk was questionable at night in certain parts (and I grew up in Brooklyn ). Definitely had a good time with the family, but have to say.. Myrtle is a notch above it (no disrespect to any OC locals )

[@mikewillett5076]

@@totalnoobfishing1753 . You mean "Murder Beach" as it's nickname says? The upper parts of MB and the separate town of North MB are pretty nice, but the lower streets are straight out gangster, at least when I went. I was surprised cause I thought the south don't mess around, lol. Believe it or not I prefer some of the NJ shore towns. Most MD people are led to believe they're so bad they aren't even an option, but the joke is on them!

[@totalnoobfishing1753]

@@mikewillett5076 Amen...they sure fail to tell you that when you check in to the local resort at MB. Luckily having a family keeps you close to the amusement park and home at a respectable hour. Where I ran into trouble is that I am a fisherman and I like to "explore" early mornings when we vaca by the ocean. I found out the hard way at 5am the first morning at MB that I was in the wrong area...real quick.

[@jaredw289]

Great video. I have visited before and considering moving to Maryland from SC. Big thing for me is cost of living. Still on the hunt for the good paying job. OCMD is great though! Always a fun time.

[@ReelJayB]

Full time jobs have always been difficult. Hopefully you'll find one!

[@TravB1988]

The duck hunters you would see in the bay is Jeff coats of Pitboss waterfowl. Jeff lives in OC and loves to fish as well. Thanks for another great video!

[@ReelJayB]

Yup! Jeff's a good dude!

[@JeffCoats]

Thank you 👍

[@JeffCoats]

@@ReelJayB thank you 👍

[@user-fd6cx8pn3j]

… and thank you for serving! 🇺🇸🎉🇺🇸

[@ReelJayB]

Thank you!!

[@JohnJohn-wr1jo]

Was a big fan of OC as a kid growing up in the 60s. Family would spend several weeks in the summer. Wifes family did the same. We continued the tradition with our kids. In the 90s we considered purchasing a condo but were never happy with the build quality of what was on the market so we bought elsewhere. We have one friend who has an oceanside condo and another who has a house Bayside. So we still visit OC regularly primarily during the off season. One thing that I've grown to dislike is the quality of the restaurant and bars the last 20 years. It's difficult to find a good meal both in food quality and service.

[@ReelJayB]

Over the last few years the restaurants have had a big problem with finding employees. There's a few good restaurants left, but I agree, not what it used to be.

[@lynnhavenfarm8514]

We will be down Saturday through Tuesday to visit assateague, maybe we will run into you

[@ReelJayB]

I'm sure you will hahaha! Have a great time!

[@bryanfugate2272]

Nice video, have you talked to any retirees who moved down to OC to retire? What are their thoughts on retiring in OC? My Uncle's back in the 70's & 80"s spent the winter's working on building the Condos along Condo row.

[@ReelJayB]

I haven't talked to many, but of the ones in Ocean Pines, a large majority go to Florida for the winter. I assume there's a lot in OC that do the same.

[@weslehman8606]

Hey Jay , another great , informative video 👍. My wife and I and 2 daughters have been coming to ocmd from pa every summer for a long time. For the past 3 years we’ve stayed at the Dunes . Really nice place to stay, but a little “ salty “ In July. This year we booked at the breakaway condos on I think it’s 134th simply so we’d have more room and it’s a little cheaper. I was just wondering if you know anything about breakaway pros or cons? Thanks man and thanks for your service. Wes.

[@ReelJayB]

Hey Wes! I don't know m8ch about breakaway condos, I know exactly where they are though. I like that area, especially for fishing....not many venture out there because it's mostly condos. It's quiet down there so it's a perfect family spot. I'm sure you'll see us out there!

[@weslehman8606]

@@ReelJayB thanks for getting back to me I appreciate it. Yeah it looks like a nice quiet spot. We still have to hit the boards for some thrashers fries 👍( my personal) favorite food in oc. Have a great summer.

[@jessicamgallion8977]

Just got home about two hours ago from OC. It was very cold yesterday and about 50 today when we left around 11am

[@ReelJayB]

Hope you had a great trip! It was COOOOOOLD that day, thankfully it's warming back into the 50's and hopefully the only freezing cold day for the year.

[@jessicamgallion8977]

@@ReelJayB haha that would be nice. Here in Frederick County February is usually when we get hit with snow storms.

[@rsmugs]

I lived in OC for 3 years in the mid 80"s....enjoyed my time there, but if you are not a native, good luck moving up the ladder in any business. Played a lot of billiards in the winter....lol.

[@fpownxu63910]

Thank you, great video! What are the property taxes like on the shore? Is there a big difference between rural properties and those that are in "Beach towns" or other towns on the peninsula?

[@ReelJayB]

My property taxes in Ocean Pines is $2600. It's much cheaper here than central MD around Washington DC and Baltimore.

[@tomforker9631]

Have a place in OC on stlouis avenue fourth of July traffic is horrible but so many things to do we like early spring and fall the most

[@ReelJayB]

I agree. Early spring and fall are our favorite. We literally have to prep for the 4th of July because we can't leave our neighborhood, the traffic is so bad.

[@tomforker9631]

@@ReelJayB yeah my wife in the poor girls tournament each year in August just finding parking at fish tales is a head ache lol 😄

[@bobdickerson3434]

The full time population has grown over the years to the point that most places are open year round. The one thing I find odd is the almost total lack of new car dealerships. There are a couple of dealers, but if Ford or Chevy isn’t what you’re looking for, plan on at least a half hour to an hour drive to find something else. One will have to drive to Salisbury Md or Milford De to find something other than a Ford or Chevy. This means if you use the dealer to service your car, it’s an all day trip, or a rental car to get home.

[@timbeers999]

Hello brother I have 4 years to go and the wife and I are retiring to OC. But I’m there every year love the fresh produce 🇺🇸🇺🇸👍

[@ReelJayB]

Can't beat the fresh produce stands! We love the markets because they have seafood and meats too. How Sweet It Is in Eden is a good one to check out.

[@timbeers999]

@@ReelJayB on the way home we stop at jack’s i In 50 and get 6 dozen ears of corn 👍

[@ReelJayB]

@@timbeers999 Eastern Shore sweet corn is the best!!!

[@Chris-lk8vb]

Nice ride along. Went through all the pros and cons 20 or so years ago. Had a home picked out, appointment with the realtor, a job lined up and the wife got cold on us moving out of state. The home was the very last one on 4th St. where the side yard was about 30 feet of bulkhead, endless fishing in my side yard. 😪I have been meaning to ask if you guys are aware of any places down there that serve a good ceviche. knew of one spot years ago on 611 but they went out of business a place called the surf side rooster took over the spot. Thanks for taking us along see Ya next video.

[@ReelJayB]

Maaaaaaaan you and I would have been best friends if you had that house! HAHAHA that's an awesome fishing/tautog spot! I don't know of any good ceviche, honestly I haven't seen that on a menu item anywhere down here. If I see one I'll let you know.

[@Chris-lk8vb]

You and half the fisherman down there!! BAHAHAHA. Thanks for the reply regarding the ceviche. 👍

[@ashleyboyd1766]

I had it at 32 palm. I don't see it on the menu now but remember it being good however, we don't really have anything to compare it to down here. The only other places are maybe the Spanish wine bar or Marlin moon.

[@Chris-lk8vb]

Thank You Ashley. I'll have to check it out. 👍

[@angelmccauley6836]

Being in WV, your videos keep me sane until I can make the trip to Ocean City.

[@ReelJayB]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoy them!

[@KenpInmd]

Few pro's - so many great restaurants and if you know where to go you can get seafood right off the boat if you don't catch it yourself. OC IMHO is on the verge of a very pretty large change, for the better. If you look at the OC infrastructure and housing its pretty ancient. Lot of the houses and motels are 1970's early 80's vintage and look like it. You are seeing more and more of this being torn down and updated. Projects like Margaritivalle is a foreshadow to the changing face of OC.

[@ReelJayB]

Completely agree!

[@mikewillett5076]

Happening to other coastal towns as well. OC has already been maxed out as far as popularity and crowding goes.

[@joemccall6474]

Enjoyed this video. Have vacationed in oc for a long time wondering what most of your friends and neighbors do for work as most of the jobs in oc seem to me to be low paying seasonal jobs. Salisbury seems to be the biggest job center on the eastern shore. Do people who live in ocean pines work there? Doesnt seem too far.

[@ReelJayB]

Salisbury is about 25 to 30 minutes from us, there are a few people we know who work there. We have friends who work at hotels, work from home, USPS, construction, business owners and healthcare. Healthcare is a big employer here. The majority of seasonal jobs now are for J1 visa students from other countries and college students looking to make some summer money.

[@joemccall6474]

Cool, thanks for the info! Enjoy your videos. It's been cool seeing what ocean city is like in the off season through your videos. Keep up the good work!

[@jasonwalker927]

Think for the update I hope I can meet up with you guys this summer for some fishing trips and get some updates together as well

[@whiteknight68]

I have become a fan. Maybe a video of some of those fish being cooked and prepared

[@ReelJayB]

I started toying with a catch and cook, I have one coming out next week. Love the idea!

[@kimsilcox1160]

how about Acme supermarket and Harris Teeters in Fenwick. when I am down there were I go.

[@ReelJayB]

Both are too far out of the way for us in Ocean Pines, but that Harris Teeter is awesome!! Another great one in DE is Hockers...if you haven't been there, its pretty cool!

[@gravelmountain]

Hockers is good - our first place there was closer to Ocean View, but liked ocean pines better. What folks don’t get about DE is they tax in many other ways so it’s all relative…..our HOA condo fees were outrageous compared to an entire house in ocean pines.

[@mykael9447]

What would you recommend someone visiting mid March to see and do? Is it worth visiting this time of year?

[@ReelJayB]

Mid March is fun because it's just before things get into full swing. Everyone is starting to open so you'll have plenty to do.

[@88Doug]

Is the Inlet parking free during off season! I love OCMD!

[@ReelJayB]

Yup!! And there are plenty of open parking spots!!

[@JohnThomas-lq5qp]

We have neighbors that have had a nice house around quiet 125th Street in a corner double lot for last guess 30 years. They are retired but refuse to move down there due to no large nearby hospitals. They seldom go down during the winter due to hassle.of pouring some type of non toxic antifreeze down the drains & toilets and draining out water lines. They do leave heat on think 50 degrees. Best shore town on the East coast

[@ReelJayB]

Hospitals can be scarce here, but we have Atlantic General right in Berlin. Usually if it's bad, they medivac to Baltimore shock trauma. I heard they are working on expanding medical care here, I know they did in Delaware. Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it!

[@terrilynn1771]

So funny,,im 52 now but when i was younger in my preteens and teenager years , my parents,, 9 brothers and sisters and my dads side and mom has 10 brothers and sisters on her side and when anyone would go to OC MD for vacation…they ask in the family whoever wants to go was in invited ..I remember in the summer time when school was closed for summer, the whole summer id would be in OC with different family members..lol. It was great.

[@ReelJayB]

Hahaha that's awesome!! I bet it was never a dull moment with so many people!

[@nickschewe7855]

Any tips on finding a good long term rental? Me and my fiancé found a winter rental until may 31st and will be there next week for my new job.

[@ReelJayB]

I wish I knew. Full time rentals have been hard to find for a few years now. Maybe try Hileman or Sheppard Realty. Also try local Facebook groups. Worst case, try branching out to Newark, Pittsville, Willards, Bishopville, Berlin, even Salisbury is only a 30 minute drive to OC. Good luck man, really hope you guys find a place!

[@ashleyboyd1766]

Hi! I spoke with my real estate agent and she said Hileman realty handles mostly the long term rentals down here. Have you reached out to them? Congrats on your new job!

[@whiteknight68]

my twin brother lives in ocean pines i believe

[@ReelJayB]

No way! I bet we've passed eachother at some point.

[@jaredanderson7494]

Hows the quality of life towarda the southern end of the Delmarva? Seems more rural and down to earth.

[@ReelJayB]

Southern end down by pocomoke city? Or very southern end like the VA eastern shore?

[@MoviemaniaNick]

So I lived in Ocean Pines for 14 years and I had to adjust to it. It took me about a year. So I agree with most of your pros and cons. The flooding stinks in Ocean City and the pay is not a lot if working. Also you forgot to mention that in Ocean City they have the Festivals (Kite Festival, Car Shows, Comic Con, Sun Fest, Spring Fest and the Concerts). But here is my thing about living there and I learned it the hard way. If people want to move there and are a couple or have a family they will be fine BUT if you are a SINGLE PERSON trying to make friends or meeting someone to date, GOOD LUCK! That is just one of the things why I moved out of there, I became very lonely and depressed. Honestly I would visit back there but just for a visit or vacation but I would never move back there. Sorry to be the downer but that is just the way it was for me.

[@ReelJayB]

Hey Nick! Not a downer at all. It's a different perspective compared to us as a family moving here. Your right on the festivals, there's always something going on.

[@darlenelipuma7769]

Wish you would have left the music out. Nice video! Really enjoyed your perspective. Off season is definitely better when you're older. I, like you , wouldn't want to live in OC because of the summer crowds and traffic. Thanks Jay!

[@ReelJayB]

I toyed with the music and without....honestly I thought it would have sounded SUPER BORING without the music. Really appreciate the feedback! Summer crowds can get pretty crazy, especially 4th of July! We know to "prep" before the 4th so we won't have to leave our house that weekend.

[@tomstratemeyer2337]

@@ReelJayB I liked he music

[@yuliaskipper9016]

I'm considering moving with my family to Ocean Pines. We have two kids. How are schools in that area? Are there family events? Thank you

[@ReelJayB]

The schools are great, our 2 boys really enjoy the school here. There's tons of family events too, every holiday ocean pines hosts things, movies in the park, touch truck, etc. If your kids are into sports, there's also a lot of sports programs.

[@JentleRain]

Hahaha, Ocean Pines - a lot of politics. We've had a family place in White Horse Community Park for about 35 years. It was a stop off traveling up from Florida to NY. A lot has changed since then and we recently sold. I do miss it though. Enjoying your videos.

[@davidst67]

Is there a veterans community? Is it well run?

[@ReelJayB]

There are plenty of places....legions, Marine Corps league where any service branch can join, etc. Delaware has an excellent vfw that isn't too far away either. I hear they are all pretty well run.

[@TheNickyVera]

You said it took you more than an hour and 30 to get from ocean pines to west oc. Take the back roads next time!

[@ReelJayB]

That was the back road 😂 In the summer I only take back roads.

[@JHOFF111]

I've been here in Bethany Beach since summer 2015, I moved here from Harrisburg PA, I figured it was time for a change after my father died, definitely a culture shock especially moving here alone it's very dead in the winter but it's not as brutal as far as weather as Central PA is, it's definitely hard to meet a good woman and have any type of relationship summer tourists are completely different that's for sure , so the last eight years has been pretty up and down for me here, I work at a resort in Bethany Beach so I was lucky to be hired before I even move down here, I love it here I'll never move back to PA, early September after Labor Day us locals get the beaches back and we have at least a month or two to enjoy them I wouldn't trade it for anything, meeting a good woman that's a whole other story around here very old people or very young, at 52 I'm kind of in the middle and it does get tough

[@ReelJayB]

I'm in Bethany Beach every week....your spot on....either much older or much younger crowds. I can't wait for locals summer, it's going to be great this year!

[@king70412]

I’m looking to move down and I’m having trouble finding housing any help?

[@ReelJayB]

I would try Hileman, Sheppard Realty or call around for the realtors. Long term rentals have been tough to find for a while.

[@ashleyboyd1766]

Hi! I talked with our realtor and she said Hileman Realty handles mostly the long term rentals down here. I would reach out to them.

[@JeffCoats]

#seaduckhunting 👍💥👍

[@tropicallymixed.]

Does anyone have any hotel suggestions for Ocean City MD. I'm looking for a clean, pet-free hotel under $200. Someone help me 😄.

[@ReelJayB]

Under $200 is very difficult. In the off season or west ocean city would be your best bet to look for one. Aloft is pet friendly.

[@maryv8578]

Barefoot Mailman

[@georgeb6079]

Massachusetts that's why you sound funny. I'm in center of nc it's like a 3rd world country took me 2 years to find lumber yard one home depot 1 1/2 hr away still no tile food lion harris teeter not like Howard County I think we're 20 depots from home to work. Anyway great video missed the co pilot

[@ReelJayB]

HAHAHA yeah, I'm a good old Masshole. Center of NC....where abouts? I was stationed in Jacksonville.

[@georgeb6079]

Carthage nc what part of md did u guys live I started in beltsville then Ellicott city. You didn't get any of that bad water at Lejeune big law suite

[@ReelJayB]

@@georgeb6079 Ashley's family is from the Hyattsville area, they have ventured out into Rockville and Frederick area. We lived in Bowie. The Lejeune water was before my time there, but I wouldn't be surprised if it was still going on when I was there. I spent more time deployed overseas and training in different areas than I spent on Lejeune.

[@georgeb6079]

Born and lived in Hyattsville till 8 were almost twins did alot of work In All those areas when I started in construction most of those areas were farm land anyway more videos please

[@NJVINNIE199]

Use to own a condo in the Quay. The number One drawback of OC is it turned into DC. Nobody want to sit on the beach and hear MOFO yelled all day long. Much like Virgina Beach and Myrtle Beach the "element" ruined OC.

[@ReelJayB]

We don't really go to the OC beach much in the summer, but from what I've seen recently the lifeguards have taken care of.

[@SuperHurley18]

Best places to eat ,that I’m not gonna spend an arm and a leg ? Family of 5

[@ReelJayB]

De Lazy Lizard would be my top pick. It's not over priced, the views are good and when your done it's not far from the boardwalk if you want to go walk around.

[@retroguy1976]

cons: don't live out there if you're a car person with a modified car dont drive on the strip or else you'll get impounded with hefty fees

[@ReelJayB]

There are tons of modified cars here. The town hosts 2 car shows every spring and fall with modified cars. Even a bike week with modified bikes. If your trying to bring up H2Oi, no one got approval from the town to host the event.