TOP 10 REASONS WHY WE LEFT FLORIDA

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Okay, already seeing "envy" and "jealous" in the comments.. check this out. If i WANTED to be like them.. than i would have just stayed there WITH THEM, working my life away like a SLAVE like many are.. the fact I moved to ALABAMA... means i have NO DESIRE to be rich.. or be around "fancy" things.. I just wanna shoot my gun, hear the crickets not the engines. Obviously, I am retiring early from the rat race.. with the money we used to buy our home, fix it and other things we did.. we could have lived in a gate community for many years before we would have to think about making another dollar. MANY of these "rich" people are just in DEBT to there eye balls and end up divorced when the money dries up... I WANT NO PART in that mess.. they can keep it.

[@eastcoastnews9529]

True that

[@loudpackmob]

You told nothing but the truth..

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Dr. GoodHelmet broward and dade probably the only areas you gone see that in florida maybe palm beach thats about it

[@hugotaboada2188]

You're right in your 10 reasons!! One question my fríend, which city do you recommend me to live in Alabama, If I move over there... To raise a family 2 small children

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Hugo Taboada prattville, auburn, foley, Spanish fort, millbrook, madison ,

[@romanromanowski9038]

I love it here, no state tax , no car inspection, no freaking snow , that's enough to keep me here.

[@ursulabklyn_mia6148]

The Title should be 10 reasons he is leaving Naple FL. The demographics in South East and Central Florida have flipped. I love it since 2005. Never going back to NYC.

[@sitdowndogbreath]

The money you save from car inspection fees and no state tax you'll be spending on car accident

[@ChampionPowwerWashing]

That’s why we are moving there!

[@sitdowndogbreath]

@@ChampionPowwerWashing I hope you like car accidents better get used to it

[@ChampionPowwerWashing]

@@sitdowndogbreath now let me tell you about living in downtown Chicago 🤣🤣🤣

[@glenh4971]

I was born and raised in Florida. I lived in Florida for over 40 years. Florida as changed. Some things haven't changed though. Like low paying jobs. Hard to make a living. But, all in all, I left Florida because I no longer liked it. To me, Florida is over-crowded. Real estate has become over-priced. Cost of living has become over priced. Too many outsiders have moved into Florida ruining its old country charm and feel. If you like Florida good for you. I no longer like it and have moved. I don't even miss it.

[@XXX_xxxxxxxx]

Too hard to get married here...and yeahhh....horrible state if you're on SSI or don't have a college degree. I just don't care for the shallowness and republicanism....a prostitute had better marriage prospects than a woman with, God forbid, brains and pride 😤

[@XXX_xxxxxxxx]

No job protection laws...your boss can fire you just because. Then when you have to sign up for public assistance you get mocked and reviled for it.

[@bigpapi4178]

I used to live there,you are right,no job protection

[@thepamela050]

Yankees ruin everything.

[@Christophiel]

Thank Jimmy th Peanut...

[@TinyRedFlags]

I am so glad to find a video where someone is actually daring to be honest and share their negative observations and experiences. And people are coming down on you for it go figure! There are so many generic channels by realtors where you can go and hear relentlessly upbeat and positive talk about FL. The cons they list are always the same : The humidity! The bugs! The traffic! Always general stuff that tells you very little about what it’s actually like to live there day to day. It’s just like you said, they don’t want to tell you the bad and the ugly only the good, bc they want you as a potential client! They are biased. Your video doesn’t have an agenda - you are just telling us about FL straight up no chaser. Thank you!!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I had to ho on a talk show last night and explain myself 😅😁

[@stevewalther2293]

He isn't a Real Estate agent trying to sell Florida.

[@bomedley7144]

Your comment is excellent I'm a floridian but your right!!

[@el-Cu9432]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS People are getting butt hurt for statements that many know to be true.

[@georgesouthwick7000]

We are retires, living on a pension and can live cheaper in Florida than anywhere else.

[@toledojeeper2932]

Exactly...very reasonable

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@toledojeeper2932 alabama is cheaper but for retired people florida is the best

[@sidneywhite749]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS why best for retirees. Health care is poor here, I am a retired widower, want to move.

[@raphaelsantana143]

Good for you

[@Katee586]

@@sidneywhite749 How is health care poor in Florida? I would think that with all the retired people that health care would be excellent. This comment makes me rethink of moving to Florida. Could you explain, Sidney White? Thanks!

[@marilyncruz1030]

I’ll take hot,humid, Florida over dirty loud disrespectful people in the Bronx any day!!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I take BAMA over BOTH

[@jeduardo38]

I grew up in Brooklyn, (38 Years), I recently moved to Lakeland, I LOVE IT!

[@andrewjones2133]

Coop City people are respected Marilyn 😝😝

[@marilyncruz1030]

@@andrewjones2133 lol

[@maxxxgsd]

Too bad NYC sucks now

[@christybee9457]

Yep. I lived in Florida for 12 years and EVERYTHING you said is true. I might add, tourists rule and the folks who live there year round are treated like 2nd class citizens.

[@dmeyerism]

In this country you can be anything you want I’m an immigrant and I made it

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Correct. Some places are better than others

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I left florida to alabama to improve my life. Just like you came to USA to improve yours

[@evelynmiranda9072]

Thank you i been saying this for years isn't only blacks that live badly whites too.Am puerto rican my fanicee white he just works hard he take care of his credit.Saves his money doesn't spend it on designer clothes, expensive sneakers, all the latest phones.

[@josephdesanti4870]

Thanks to my tax dollars!

[@СруликРизиньшнюфцельбобеноф]

@@josephdesanti4870 > What? Why I, immigrant, have to thank you, stupid shmack? I paid taxes as any working person does. I never ever collect any welfare, never ever get anything from government. For 32 years I work hard and paid taxes. So take my thanks and stick it in your ass.

[@evonny16]

I was born and raised in Miami, FL and everything you stated is exactly why my husband and I left FL and moved to TX 18 months ago. We both have higher paying jobs and we closed on our 1st home...all of this within 18 months of leaving FL. FL is not for the working class and it never will be.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

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[@jarvisaddison8560]

What part of miami? I'm from liberty city but live in NYC and love it!

[@evonny16]

@@jarvisaddison8560 I've lived all over Miami from Liberty City, Overtown, Opa Locka, North Miami and Miami Gardens. Eventually we moved up to Broward County and then left the whole state of FL.

[@donaldcassidy1592]

So true, I am leaving Hollywood and returning to Kentucky. SOFLO has gone downhill in too many ways. Best of luck!

[@stephenprice3251]

My Aunt and Uncle left Miami too, for the Gainesville area.

[@Ryan-jx4vh]

I left San Diego for way worse issues. Go try insanely high home values, traffic jams, sky high income tax, regulations galore like the DMV. I will take the Florida summer to avoid all that.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I guess if where you come from is worst

[@amvespinosa]

Ryan, San Diego is the best city in CA so that says a lot about its state. what city of Florida did you move to? Im in the SF Bay Area and im done with this crappy state.

[@Utubedeletescomments]

I moved to San Diego from Florida 8 years ago , found a union job , make great money and bought a new construction . Me and my wife have NEVER had a problem finding a job out here . Many people in San Diego are just lazy & not hustlers .

[@valeenoi2284]

One of our rockstar colleague just moved to San Diego a month ago from D.C. SD has been one of my favorite cities in America; I just don't know if I want to deal with CA taxes.

[@Utubedeletescomments]

@@valeenoi2284 Not sure why people always complain about taxes ? When I lived in Florida taxes were low but half the people lived check to check ... People here in san Diego seem to be alot less stressed & have more money & more job security because of the labor laws. One big con I have with Man Diego is that it's a military city so theres like 5 men to every female and the females dress like bums .

[@Columbus1152]

That's one thing that's beautiful about America, if you don't feel comfortable, or satisfied, or recognized, you can always go somewhere else that's a better fit.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

you can do that here

[@jannetteguzman3585]

He's not talking about America. He's talking about the state of Florida and that's just what he did, he moved to another state Alabama and a lot of slaves here should do too. Then we're gonna see who's going to do the dirty jobs, with no pay and impossible to pay a decent life stile for you and your family. 👎👎👎Florida👎👎👎🤬

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@jannetteguzman3585 I got out..

[@ernk72]

@@jannetteguzman3585 well Florida is one state in America if you want to be technical and like he said you can go where you fit. Just because you couldn't make it there doesn't mean others wont.

[@Libertad-xi1ey]

👏👏👏what a blessing👏👏👏

[@TJ-in7xd]

Should be, why I left SOUTH Florida.. or Orlando. There's more to Florida than Miami or Palm Beach...

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Massive state. Has rural parts too

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@KevinNordstrom yes, and if your not a millionaire you can scrub the toilets for $10 an hour to live 1 hour away

[@oliveros1251]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS I living in Naples before, is beautiful, but is a place for retired rich people, not for me,I moving to tampa bay area,more better for me now.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@oliveros1251 naples amd tampa are not too diffrent

[@jm-bv1wh]

Yeah, and it's all worse.

[@oniinparadise9620]

I just moved to florida from fresno ca and im so happy im in a state that the temperature does not exceed 110 degrees in the summer and doesnt go below freezing in the winter. Im also happy the air is super clean and no pollution. Also the traffic is not as bad as in california. Also there is unlimited fishing in florida. Good luck catching big fish every cast while on dry land.

[@rseymour1295]

Let's see how you feel about Florida in 5 years. LOL.

[@oniinparadise9620]

@@rseymour1295 probably would wanna move to an even nicer place like the Bahamas. No cold winters there😁

[@julienrodriguez2008]

@@oniinparadise9620 you forgot something, Hurricanes that can hit Florida and the Bahamas

[@stephenmoerlein8470]

Comparing to California sets a low bar. Lol

[@goonn337]

It's hotter there than Cali

[@roxyalyl]

I love Florida and I still work in a middle class job and I make it trough. Moved from New York and don’t regret it

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Moving is a good thing thats why we did it

[@xoxoxov]

where did you move to?

[@Resarchaic]

Coming soon in several months.. not looking back

[@Libertad-xi1ey]

👏👏👏👏

[@Libertad-xi1ey]

Many people are leaving NYC. Many are moving to where? Sunny Florida.

[@luislebron4785]

At least when it comes to Florida, it seems your class is not half empty, it has a hole in it. I'm a Hispanic guy that grew up under very difficult conditions in Harlem, NY. Today, I am one of the most successful people in my immediate family. It's not where you come from but what decisions you make later in life when you become an adult. You can complain, fret about people that are doing better, blame the system, or stop making excuses and move yourself forward. Not all successful people are exploiters of people that destroy the environment. BTW: I lived in Puerto Rico for many years and have seen the natural beauty of the island protected by some (of all income levels) and destroyed and abused by others (of all income levels). I do agree with you that many places are getting over built. There are many complex factors that lead to that.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I am doing good in ALABAMA

[@last7509]

always lovely to hear these sentiments. pull yourself up by your bootstraps and all that. but these sentiments never actually change reality do they? you are the exception not the rule.

[@luislebron4785]

@@last7509 well, I’ve seen many such stories. I’m not just the exception. Those that fail to learn from their mistakes, strive to make better decisions, improve themselves and grow, and fall for the excuses always say this. It’s easier to say, “you are the exception” than to change your life. Anyone that wants to change their situation needs to change what they are doing. Do that, and you’ll get a different result. Do the same thing you are doing now and you’ll remain where you are.

[@last7509]

@@luislebron4785 you just fail to understand how many humans are on earth. enjoy your riches.

[@luislebron4785]

@@last7509 you just fail to see how many of the people on earth have had success. I don’t deny that some governments fail their people. It’s up to people in those countries to change that. I worry about mine. In my country, most people considered poor still have a higher standard of living than most of the planet. Culture and government plays a big role there.

[@NOLAgenX]

Man, all the bugs, including love bugs and fire ants and horse flies and humidity, etc are all here in Louisiana too. Every place has bad stuff, and it’s what you make of it. IDK, I grew up a military brat and learned to adapt and enjoy what each place had to offer.

[@Sandra-kv4vf]

Amen!

[@kathycincotta3657]

Thank you for the info...I'm or was thinking of moving to fla from MA.

[@sgt.snorkel1415]

You remind me of an article about a retired couple from Boston that sold their house and moved to Florida to enjoy their dream retirement. Their dream was not their reality because the husband wanted to play golf during prime hours when the golf course required the use of a cart due to the high number of other retired northerners who also wanted to play during the same peak times. He whined he couldn't take time and walk to get his exercise. The litany of their whines about "too hot" and "too crowded" etc. etc. went on and on. The last and most laughable whine was that they wanted to just sell out and move back. They had sold their house in Boston for $400,000 when they retired. The house they bought for $200,000 when they moved to Florida was now worth $236,000, but then they discovered that the house they had sold in Boston was now back on the market and the seller was asking $650,000. Whine, whine, whine... Now you know why the native Floridians say "Welcome to Florida, now leave!".

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I dont care if my florida home sells for 10x more.. i made up my mind to leave.. i look forward not backwards

[@mdluddite]

Massholes for sure. LOL

[@XXX_xxxxxxxx]

Yankees want to snowbird down here and act like they actually LIVE here! At the expense of the locals, usually.

[@thepamela050]

@@mdluddite New Yorkers and those from New Jersey..

[@Punkpsychobilly]

@sgt.snorkel1415 “Welcome to Florida, now leave”. Precisely why I hate the natives here. Rudest and most unfriendly bunch of ingrates you’ll ever meet. Thanks for clearing that up for anyone else reading this.

[@mary-louisemeyer4946]

After leaving the hell hole of NJ with its incredibly corrupt state government I must say I absolutely love Florida. I pay way less rent f and get so much more. I feel as if I live full time at a resort!!!!

[@chasingbeaches]

Nice! What part of Florida did you move to?

[@caroletta451]

Give it time, Mary Louise. It will feel like a resort from He!!!

[@ratj4715]

New Jersey is like many places if you have money it a great place to live. I would love to live in California but I would’ve to be rich to in joy it.

[@ratj4715]

Go to Russia with trump and tell us about it.

[@СруликРизиньшнюфцельбобеноф]

> I'm a retired NJ State worker. Retired as of January 1, 2021. Yesterday I returned from Florida, and today made an offer for a condo in Lake Worth. I hate NJ, I hate NJ government, I sow this shit every day for 18 years. I hate when these assholes hired complete idiots for 6-figure salary and deny hardworking professionals. Hopefully I close on March 1 and move out of the shitty state of NJ.

[@lazaroisern8032]

I've lived in Miami for 30 years. I'm moving to Ocala where there are less people and cheaper living. But I'll never leave Florida.

[@last7509]

you must love misery

[@thethriftychickadee7245]

Same. Hoping to be there by this time next year.

[@alaricbert9149]

How about coco beach? Miami is too much for me.

[@lazaroisern8032]

@@alaricbert9149 coco beach is quiet and some people have told me it boring, but it’s a nice little beach town, somewhat more affordable than Miami for sure. I personally would prefer Ocala to coco beach because it’s cheaper,pay less taxes and less car/home insurance. Ocala is inland so it can’t get a direct hit by hurricanes,,, my hurricane insurance in Miami is $2000 per year, If I were fully covered my home owners insurance would jump to 5k per year.

[@barrywainwright3391]

Why would you go to a big city like Miami in the 1st place? You should have went to a quieter town like Ocala to begin with.

[@debbieriddle9429]

My Son-in-law is Hispanic...started his own IT business at 18, straight out of High School.(Top 20 of is 285 student Class), Worked his bottom of, and Never gave up. He and my Daughter have been married for 21 years. They live in a Beautiful 2 Story home on an Island in Duval County Florida, with an Amazing In Ground pool, with almost an acre of land...they bought it at a great price. They started off when they got married, in a small doublewide. It took work, but they're set. My husband started a Lawn Care business 15 years ago...great business here in Florida...He's off most of the time, Dec., Jan., February, and most of March...he makes great money, and works hard, and for himself... says he wouldn't do anything else. I've been in Florida all but 2 years of my life, and that would be over 50 years. This is our second house here...Have a home and 2 acres...It's almost paid for. We love it here. It's hot and humid for sure, it's Florida! The opportunity to have anything you're willing to work for is here. Most of the time, life is what you make it...don't live above your means, work hard, and save for a Rainy Day. Has Always worked for our Family...right here in the Sunshine State.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Jacksonville is nothing like south Florida. Affordable house there plays a role so does the lifestyle of that town. totally different worlds.

[@debbieriddle9429]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS I know about South Florida...my Brother lived there. I'm speaking of Florida in General.

[@stevegiblin270]

You were lucky some people don’t have much luck.😠😡😥🥵😰😪☠️💀👻👽🤡👹

[@debbieriddle9429]

@@stevegiblin270 Hey there Steve. If you're able...get yourself a lawn mower and a weed eater...I guarantee you, if you're willing to put in the work...there's more work here than you can do. We started with a riding mower from Sears 20 years ago, a used weed eater and edger. We both worked the business in the evenings after we got off work from our first job. It's a lot of sweat, but So worth it. This week, he did 45 lawns by himself. A few more weeks, his work will slow down, and it's relaxation time. My Best to you. There's nothing you can't do with the right mindset.

[@debbieriddle9429]

@exoticbronze Thank you! Working hard makes you proud...nothing was handed to us. Some of our customers, have been with us from the beginning. Our 1st Customer, still is today. Word of Mouth Will Build a Successful Business, when you treat people right. I'm Not a Believer in Luck, just being Professional, Fair, and treating people like you want to be treated. Have a Great Day!

[@yetivanmarshall1473]

I'm from the north and came to this conclusion. If I hate the cold weather, why would I move to Florida only to live in air conditioning 9 months of the year.

[@christinamorales6887]

I use to live in Phoenix, Arizona and lived in AC all year.

[@KoreGaJiyuuDa]

it’s probably going to be more like 11 months out of the year considering our winter is pathetic 🤣 it’d be a miracle if you get 30 cold days here

[@sweetee3886]

😀You nailed it... I left FL 2 years ago and don't miss anything about it. I never knew the better life I was missing until I had the courage to leave--so glad I did.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

its not easy here

[@TLJAWSIMIB]

FUCK FLORIDA FOR REAL

[@Asphalt_iggi]

I'm leaving California for Florida, my retirement income should go further there.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

For a fact it will

[@Tampashine]

Come on down Florida is great. As an African - American I would never live in Alabama or Mississippi. Sir everything you arw saying is true everywhere. I was born & raised in Florida and it's southern hospitality. Sorry you didn't find the beauty of Florida. Maybe you should have tried Tampa because it's Awesome here. Blessings unto you & your family.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@Tampashine tampa???? Isnt that where they burned down the champs store??? And where they busted out all the windows in pawn shops and stores??? That did NOT happen here in alabama. Tampa is FULL of hate and anger i was there the week after the riots its an angry town. Homeless on every intersection and we saw a young man who was shot it was a horrible trip.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@Tampashine tampa is much more integrated than other florida cities but no where near as much as alabama. And please if you have not been here recently dont talk about my state. I was in tampa recently.. saw with my own eyes university mall trashed

[@codyaltman29]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS you’re right about the protest in Tampa in early June That it has caused a lot of havoc. However, Birmingham has also fell victim to rioting and looting, likely not as much, but every City in the entire country (maybe except Alaska?, Boston? and surprisingly Detroit) have some period of unrest during that time. Tampa is not a hyper-dangerous city like, Memphis and Detroit.

[@Hellspawn256]

Left FL after 40 years for TX. I miss the beaches, food and vibe. But I don't miss the high cost of living, inability to buy a decent house, and the traffic. Oh, and many of the people.

[@rainbow20112011]

Do you enjoy Texas or Florida more?

[@evonny16]

My husband and I did the same, packed up everything and moved to TX 18 months ago. I was born and raised in Miami, FL and the only thing I miss from FL is the variety of food but good thing I know how to cook....lol

[@brandyheartqueen9326]

Yes right

[@brandyheartqueen9326]

@Rhonda Elkins I heard Texas is nice and way cheaper than Miami.

[@user-bx9dd7bd2t]

@@scotttild St.Augustine is your best bet in Fla.In Texas try El Paso average house 160k low humidity.south padre nice Austin nice but getting worse by the day.Dallas and San Antonio ok Houston bottom of d list.Ohio places like Toledo 80k houses 650 a month rent.B feel good value but brutal winter.Good luck

[@brianpeterson5516]

You made a lot of valid points. I left Asheville NC a few years ago for the same reasons. Stupidly I went to Charleston SC and eventually left for the same reasons. Once a nice place starts showing up on "best places" articles, it's done. Also your point about how stingy rich people are is absolutely true.....they certainly didn't get rich by being generous, they are the biggest penny pinchers you will ever meet. If you work at a restaurant and want a good tip, find some drunk construction workers.

[@luanaspa4400]

The rich are the worst customers. They want slaves.

[@paulsuprono7225]

BURP . . . . 🤫

[@missyinthemountains]

Leaving Florida after two years, lesson learned, never again. My list is to long to list, but it’s MY LIST and Florida is not for us. Going back to the mountains where most people hate snow and are afraid of the cold. Traffic is non existent and people actually smile. 🙏🏼

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

😅 may i ask what state? Dont look at life as “going back”... look at life as “going forward”

[@caroletta451]

Yes, rush hour in my little town is 50 cars! Love it!

[@emmatalmadge1473]

Bye bye!

[@evelynmiranda9072]

Lexy Mel right on.

[@truthwarrior7934]

Sadly, most of the ppl. you have encountered in Florida are New Yorker's!! I have been a native of Florida all my 56 yrs. And the New Yorker's, have been TAKING over our area 4 the past 25 yrs; but now, it's on steroids!! Sorry you had such a bad experience. Us Floridian's are very friendly unless you are a New Yorker!! Nothing worse than hearing 4 over 45 yrs," this is how we do in New York"!! Now, I just bitch slap them cause I have no more tolerance 4 these rude, obnoxious, MORONS!! 😊😊😊😊

[@philliprogers4255]

Given enough time, this guy will find something wrong with wherever he lives or whatever he is doing........Sounds like the typical whiney Millennial to me.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Whiney millennial.. I would LOVE to see YOU come here to KLAN-LAND Alabama and survive and thrive .. you would not make it a week here. I am making 2x more money and enjoying life daily.. so it wasnt ME.. it was FLORIDA

[@samplemm]

Rude!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@M. Cano not easy for the working class

[@CH3CH2OCH2CH3net]

Back in 2009, I was in Florida for some time taking care of my father, who was in rehab following his second stroke. I was in Ocala, which I enjoyed very much -- it's a really beautiful area of Florida. Still, I noticed that Florida was severely economically segregated. The working class. poor people and most POC are relegated to interior areas of Florida, either north (Lake City over to Tallahassee), or farther south (central part of the state south of Lakeland). If you're over on the coasts, traffic congestion is simply un-doable, pretty much 24/7. Something which wasn't discussed were the cold snaps in winter. Because Florida is a peninsula, the humidity is extremely high year-round. If the temperature drops into the 30s or the 20s (which will happen), that cold will chill you to the bone. I have been more comfortable in Indiana when it was 0 degrees than I was in Ocala when it was 30. Florida drivers are some of the rudest I've ever experienced. Now, I'm going to preface by saying I'm from Texas, now living in Indiana, and I'm used to people in Austin, D/FW or San Antonio driving a Lexus at 80 to 85 mph and flipping people off. Florids drivers are unpredictable, but I've noticed a tendency for Florida drivers to drive 15 mph below the speed limit in the left (passing) lane, or cutting people off, or driving two feet from the rear bumper of my car on freeways. It's bad enough that they do this in Florida, but there are few things I dread more in Indy than seeing a Florida license plate on IH-65 or IH-70. It would be nice if Florida drivers would either not drive at all in winter weather up here, or learn how to drive in winter weather -- but I'm not holding my breath waiting for this to happen. I'll visit Ocala. I'll visit Tampa/St. Pete. I'll visit Tallahassee. You couldn't pay me enough to live in Florida.

[@Oldplace-xc7pb]

Florida native here. Born in jacksonville 1970. Quality of life is going to crap here. WAY TOO MANY PEOPLE MOVING HERE. A thousand a day is the statistic. Meanwhile our wildlife numbers and forests are disappearing. Water resources getting taxed. Crime and pollution going up. And car insurance too.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

come to ALABAMA.. i got outta florida going to crap n

[@dixiewidow]

We're working class people from Michigan, getting older and thinking of retiring in Florida, but we wont retire with a ton of money. This was all very interesting and insightful. You think of things that not everyone likes to talk about and I appreciate that. Great food for thought!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

we do a good job at being honest there

[@here_we_go_again2571]

Florida has a dirty secret: Florida only wants RICH retired people. If you move there without a lot of money you will find that your housing options are limited. HOA fees can be very high and rise at regular intervals Skilled, honest handyman and appliance repair people are hard to find. (And you will need a large reserve of cash -- At some point during your retirement)

[@caesarflickerman7047]

Stay in the north. People in Florida suck.

[@stevewalther2293]

True! Real Estate agents only want your money. Many working class people here are miserable.

[@bs4real]

Don't come here if you're not rich.you won't like it.

[@aldoovercomer5473]

Lived in South Florida since the late 70's. Can't wait to move out of this state. I've lived in other states in between, and vacationed in Georgia, North and South Carolina. Florida is by far the rudest/loudest/trashiest I've ever experienced. Pay is terrible and cost of living is high. Scams in every corner!

[@javajunkie517]

Ha, try Boston. No way Florida is worse.

[@land7776]

yep, they've been pumping cheap land and scams since the 1950's in magazine ads..

[@berettagunowner]

Seems like most of the people on these comments who love Florida, moved here from a worse place, that's the reason they love it.. I've been living in Florida for over 30 years, it used to be nice! But recently, it's getting worse and worse, housing, healthcare and traffic have tripled and there's no end in sight. Most on the things he's saying, are happening now

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Yup your right. In bama now

[@HelloNewWorldPodcast]

My ex wanted me to move to florida with her. I'm glad i didn't. And she turned out to be a pure evil person towards the end on the break up.

[@MichaelGiordano777]

In that case she will fit in perfectly in South Florida. It's crawling with woman like that.

[@goutvols103]

Was her name Valerie by any chance? I know but I had to ask.

[@HelloNewWorldPodcast]

@@MichaelGiordano777 maybe that’s why she wanted to go there so bad. Damn

[@HelloNewWorldPodcast]

@@goutvols103 nah that isn’t her name

[@osvalditochirino3428]

@@MichaelGiordano777 yep

[@catlady1171]

Lived in Clearwater/St Pete for 20 yrs, moved there from Atlanta still in my 20s. Exciting, fun, adventurous- I thought- for several years. Finally got tired of the 4 seasons of summer, literally cooling off to 90 at 2am. EVERYTHING you say is totally true- came to understand this after a few years. Now living in mid-Tennessee for last 16 yrs and just love the 4 sesasons with mild winters- you don't like the weather, just wait 3 months it will change. In FL it took all day to just to get out of the state to go somewhere else. Here, I can be all over in a few hrs: Atlanta, St Louis, Indianapolis, Cincinatti, Chicago, Louisville, etc etc. People are plesant and friendly. It's just a nice and normal living. I could write essays on the differences. Thank you for the informative video- people who want to move to FL need to consider all the negatives.

[@adventures223]

Tennessee is very beautiful Knoxville area but it is very hot in the summer just as hot as Florida i just like Florida for the fishing and its pretty but overall tennessee is love saltwater fishing but you cant beat the beautiful mountains and the people are nicer there

[@schr4375]

Is Everything he said true? Are there really bands of drug addled tourists committing robberies?

[@goonn337]

Tennessee sucks

[@Fatelovesirony960]

Chattanooga area is nice

[@karenoliver5738]

I never understand why no one mentions rats. They are a big problem here. When I first moved to Florida, the apartment I rented was infested. The locals were like, oh yeah, that happens. I was ready to leave immediately. I know it’s swampy and low lying, but I wasn’t ready for that reality. Stores always have the bait boxes along their sides and back. It’s gross. I’ve never seen anything like it. And mold. Every place I have lived so far has had a problem with mold. A little mold ok, but no, it’s invasive. And predatory landlords. My gosh. It’s awful. I haven’t totally broken up with Florida but I’m getting there. I don’t see how people don’t recognize sea level rise + porous limestone+ population explosion+overdevelop is just disastrous.

[@deadrabbit8897]

Dude moved from one of the fastest growing states in the country to one of the poorest, least educated, economically unequal, states in the country. And before you say anything I and my family are from Alabama and we left after a cross was burned in my mother’s yard in 2014.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

You come on my yard, the only thing burning is gonna be the tip of my rifle. I have made more money my first two months in ALABAMA than I did the last two in Florida.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

you let that scare you off?

[@deadrabbit8897]

SOUTHERN HOOD VLOGS it’s easy to play tough guy on the internet and say what you “would” do. Also I was 15 I didn’t have much say about staying or going.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@deadrabbit8897 its not easy to play anything... if someone came on my yard to burn my house down.. they would be swiss cheese.. and than no one here would call the cops.. the vultures would eat them

[@SHE3e23]

I am so sorry to hear that. ❤️

[@Fatelovesirony960]

Born and raised here, I love the land and animals but this isn't a place for working class folks

[@macpduff2119]

Florida has ALWAYS been the Retirement State for the eastern part of the USA. For most of the 20th century, Florida was a cheap place to live for Seniors on Soc. Sec. I'm 75 but even back in the early/mid 1950's the older members of our NY church were retiring down to "St. Pete" and such. My sister-in-law, moved to Florida right out of college, and even in her 40's and 50's still couldn't adjust "all the old people who take too long to cross the road". Being surprised that Florida has a huge elderly population, is like being surprised that a lot of gamblers live in Las Vegas :-)

[@joqiii3]

Worst thing for me in FL-super aggressive drivers. These people are insane. You are right, there seems to be non stop development.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Mr. Q i had an argument at a stop sign today.. we could not agree on which one would let the other person go! 😅

[@juniorp726]

Fl is a raceway.. once you enter Fl, rev your engines

[@amandawolfe1054]

As soon as people get on the interstate in Florida I think they somehow feel like they are trying out for NASCAR.....on I-4 in particular. Constant construction on and around I-4, yet the people refuse to slow down; if anything I think they speed up. Last time I visited Florida we were in Orlando, and on the day we were leaving I drove us back to the airport and I damn near had a panic attack with these morons and maniacs driving around me, cutting each other off. And heaven help you if you’re in Orlando during 5 o’clock evening traffic.....ugh; It’s a damn mess. And to think, I thought Tennesseans (I myself, am from TN lol) got their drivers license from Walmart.... looks like Tennesseans aren’t the only ones that got their drivers license from the Wally World. 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

[@joqiii3]

Amanda Wolfe When you move to FL, if you have a valid driver’s license you automatically get a FL license. I don’t agree with that. I think one should be tested regarding FL law. Plus, anyone over 74 should have a road test every two years--IMHO. I am 73. Plus, there is no vehicle safety inspection in this state. It appears like any damn jalopy can get on the road here. It’s crazy.

[@joqiii3]

Amanda Wolfe I have yet to get on I -4!!

[@TheGravygun]

great video you are very observant of your surroundings Sir and pretty accurate

[@BecomeAWebDev]

Your tirade about about minutes 11:00 to 12:00 was nonsense: do you really believe there is some sort of conspiracy among white people to "keep all the wealth to themselves"? You need to travel to places like Seattle, Washington or Los Angeles. You will find TONS of hardworking and smart non-whites who are doing MUCH MUCH better than many white people. You are wrong, dead wrong, in your beliefs about why you see white people in certain areas with most of the money. Don't let envy and cynicism cloud your judgment, and turn off CNN for God's sake.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I dont watch CNN or FOX out here in the woods the only thing we hear is crickets and guns. I have not talked about out west, this video is about FLORIDA.. and thats exactly whats going on in FLORIDA. I would not wanna live or even visit those places you mentioned.. I got everything i need right here. HARD WORKING does not equal rich.. hardest working jobs pay the least.

[@donaldthompsonsr.2489]

Listen, I live in Ocala Florida and I find nothing you are saying is actually happening here. I do agree with you about the humidity.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

If I had stayed in Florida, Marion or Citrus County would have been my top options. There was only ONE HOUSE in ocala under 80,000 a month ago when i was shopping. crossed into Alabama and I had thousands of options

[@donaldthompsonsr.2489]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Peace brother.

[@terrtyme9844]

Im in Ocala too and not seeing slot of what he said

[@MichaelGiordano777]

@@jerrywannayacht1177 Jerry I'll give you a free cup of Coffee and a bagel if you really need it. Come up SLW in St Lucie County. I lived in Boynton many years. My treat. You need to move North pal.

[@arod8596]

@@jerrywannayacht1177 Wawa.

[@laurenandseth]

It's a shame that Florida is being ruined! Thanks for sharing.

[@ericschneider8524]

It's not only Florida. The entire country has turned to feces. It's the generation born after 1972.

[@carolbarnes5172]

I’ve lived in Florida for the last 35 years and I can tell anyone I wouldn’t leave it for any other state. I enjoy the weather, the low taxes, the slower life style, no personal property taxes, no car inspections, and less traffic.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

you must live in williston LOL

[@susannbasta2972]

Less traffic than where please?

[@carissabaker9304]

No inspections at all. Anything goes here. Like the wild west.

[@shadowmoon3223]

You must be retired and over 65.

[@Gypsygirl9]

Paid a homeowners bill lately? 😮😢

[@tomburke1687]

This is 30 minutes of complaining, complaining, complaining.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

and its making me money too

[@patriciahernandez8655]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS i love your commentary Always makes me laugh I am home recovering from surgery I enjoy watching

[@missyinthemountains]

I actually agree with him, not sure why people get mad at someone’s personal experience. I mean can you say he’s wrong?

[@PhatRobsOils]

@@missyinthemountains i can. Try living outside the Miami area.....

[@gemablanquer91]

You are so right ! I am still living in Florida but keeping an eye on other states. I love Florida but living here its up hill... I feel sad but I think it's time to move out. We are paying 1700$ for a 1 room apartment in Jacksonville ,it's crazy and they increase the price like 150-200$ yearly. No way . On the top of that I am an European white lady and my husband is afro American. Real Floridians are very friendly but most snowflakes not so much...

[@emilgiliotti6450]

Did it ever occur to you that rich people worked hard for their money. It seems that you want to say that you cannot do well here because of your race. There are hundreds of thousands of minority’s that are very wealthy because they worked hard for their money and did not complain.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Emil Giliotti my wife got $100,000 without doing much... hasnt happened to me

[@TheRekrap]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS white privilege strikes again!

[@bellabutterflygarden5027]

@@TheRekrap ha,ha,ha, Right!!

[@linuxman0]

I was raised in Boynton Beach, FL and lived in FL for 32 years. I must agree with you about most everything you're saying in this video. When I graduated from University, I left Florida as fast as I could. What you have there are nothing but the 5 REs: REtail REsidential REtirement RElaxation REcreation As a result, there are these things that I couldn't stand: People - rude, inconsiderate, no sense of urgency, too old, phony, fly-by-nights running from something Culture - there is none. Because everybody is from somewhere else, very few people know that much about the history of the area. There are no good "difference makers" from that area or, what ones there ever were, left. Economy - There is no industry in Florida which is why you can't find a decent paying job. You can't find good quality labor which is why the service is so poor. You're either a have, who has it all or a have-not, who barely stays afloat in squalor. The state relies on people bringing money from somewhere else and spending it there; the state economy is a false economy. Outside of some agriculture (sugar, oranges, etc.), the state doesn't produce anything for consumption by other regions. Weather - Too humid. Noone ever talks about this because the temperature is always the first thing people think about (go figure, it's all snowbirds and northern transplants). On a summer day, you'll sweat profusely by the time you get in to the supermarket your car. It's miserable Cost-of-Living - Waaay too expensive. In Boynton Beach, they don't want rental properties; everything is about the wealthy who come from somewhere else. Local ordinances are set up to cater to them. I'm sure it's like that in a lot of cities there. The "Gold Coast" has gotten increasingly liberal over the years and it shows all over the place. Quality of Life - The traffic, the lousy people, the poor service and a big police presence everywhere you go as well as nothing (for younger people) to do all adds up. If you want to do anything, you'll have to spend a LOT of money on something that, if you're young, you might not enjoy that much anyway. Bottom line. Visit Florida (in the winter time) BEFORE you decide to move there. Take note of what you see and don't see.

[@RickAP]

Great analysis of South Florida. Many people I know relocated to Central & North Florida, which are very unappealing compared to South Florida for a variety of reasons. The asshats that relocate to Florida from up north were LOSERS from where they came, so they take their inferiority complex out on the natives. F**k South Florida, I am in the process of relocating to Nevada. It's not perfect here, but people here are far more pleasant.

[@cheaptravelfeelsgood4582]

My wife and I are going to Palm bay in June to look at a property that we purchased from my in- laws years ago. We bought it to help them out and just to own a piece of real estate but have since found out that this was a development that was primarily sold to clueless tourist which it seems we also fell victim to. We are starting to look for states to retire in and thought since we already owned a lot we would start there but considering everything we have heard from the locals I think this will just help us to decide what to do about this property as well as a vacation. Oh and as far as you telling people to visit in the winter if they are looking to buy I was thinking I would much rather go when it's hot to see what I am getting myself into but that's just my two cents.

[@candice2875]

@@cheaptravelfeelsgood4582 go in winter cause the snowbirds only show up in the winter

[@erocker78]

I'm from Florida and you're absolutely right.

[@T1C45]

Best comment ever. Or should I say, Best Factual Information ever. I have been to W. Palm Beach to Jacksonville in the past 6 days and EVERYTHING you posted is 100% True. People here HATE other People. I mean, HATE!! You could be dying in front of a Hospital and Nobody is coming to help you. I swear on the Holy Bible this is True

[@carlbausemer4077]

Oh please just because a person makes more money than you and can afford good things doesn't mean its an inequality. Plenty of Black or Latino neighborhoods within Florida.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

So you telling me that statistics show otherwise? Find me ONE place in the whole country where latinos and blacks make more.. go ahead... try. Its easy for you to say that.. come on out here and get a hispanic last name. I just got ran out of alabama based on race you need to shut your old mouth already u dont know

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Reach out to me privately so i can tell you a few things i have lived

[@c_friii]

If you are from FL you cannot afford to live in FL. New Yorkers and ppl from up north love moving to FL because you make more in NY and up north so you bring that money here plus no state income tax and you’re living nice. For us that are born and raised here this list says it all! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Live in alabama now, only come to vacation

[@land7776]

right.. even NYers don't want to be around NYers.

[@nightwines]

An empty bucket makes the most noise.

[@stephenmoerlein8470]

Interesting perspectives from a knowledgeable source. Thanks for sharing.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

But we moved back to Florida, Alabama was too backwards and racist

[@CupcakeCottage]

The person who gets the job should be the most qualified for that job and that’s it.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

And thats why i left florida

[@thethriftychickadee7245]

True, but that's not the case here.

[@wickedcurse2192]

Southern life so ur saying ur not qualified for most jobs

[@porschetech2491]

Great vid. I’ve lived here in Naples for 6 years now. I agree with everything you said based on my own experiences. Income is low, cost of living is getting higher, humidity is no joke!!! This place is perfect for wealthy people wanting to retire.

[@TomokoAbe_]

I HATE FLORIDA. My house is paid for and I'm established here. Now with the exorbitant cost of homeowner's insurance, property taxes, auto insurance, and unpredictable storms including cat 5 hurricanes, I'm just tired of it all. But I guess it is crap no matter where one lives. It's called overpopulation. Florida's traffic is a living HELL every single day.

[@jersla1999]

Sour grapes make bitter whine.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

make good views on youtube

[@treespirit2000]

Let people complain, compare and contrast. That's what sites like this are for.

[@judithsommer5536]

No wonder this guy can't make money. He's so whiny and I can tell by his conversation that he wants to get paid a lot but really doesn't want to work. He wants=s to start at the top. He has a problem with hard-working people who have experience getting paid more than him.

[@Marty000]

Yes exactly he’s so fucking whiny fucking hell shut up

[@Utubedeletescomments]

Na, I lived in Florida 11 years ( Miami & Orlando ) . He's speaking TRUTH, most Floridians live in DENIAL & lie to themselves ! I moved to the west coast & quality of life & work is 100% better. I've seen Florida license plates all over San Diego , North Carolina , Texas , etc , so obviously we're not the only ones leaving . He's speaking truth !

[@nancypicchi9224]

Thank you for sorting out the details! I’ve visited and observed what you have talked about. I’ve often thought Alabama would be polite and a less stressful state.

[@HowToGetToHeaven]

Fantastic job. Appreciated so much! Think I'll stay living in my little cabin up here in the remote mountains. Maybe some Florida folks would like to live in my cool, picturesque, bug free mountain cabin during the summer months and swap me their home during the winter months?

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

😅😅😅😅👌🌴🌴

[@joebrito2066]

It’s ironic that you said that snow bird bring their problems and attitudes, I lived in NJ, NY, move from Massachusetts to Atlanta, and experienced more racism up north that I did down here in the south. Sadly northerners are bringing all their problems no only to Florida, but to the south: AL, GA, SC, NC, and increasing home prices

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

you are SO RIGHT, they wanna label the south as racist but .

[@lillygardens1]

Folks from up North and the NorthWest are bringing their dangerous and speeding driving to the Southeast as well!! 😠😠

[@mikec886]

Well said

[@jconnor11]

How does living next to a rich black guy in your neighborhood make the entire state of Alabama equal? Then you turn around and say that knowing one rich Latino person in Florida would mean nothing because it’s “not the whole community”. Pretty hypocritical IMO.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

whatever it is what it is -

[@kaizersolze]

Former resident here -- this guy is spot on. I was surprised other reasons like the trashiest people on earth, scams, government corruption, tolls, auto accidents and very high fees weren't noted. People think "oh, there's no state tax". That also means there is not a lot of money for state services. If you call the court in Miami on Friday or after 12 noon, you get a recording telling you that because of a lack of funding, they cannot answer the phone. *AND* there are fees everywhere. The state is going to get their money one way or the other.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

You already know

[@margueritegastanaga5156]

Its horrific

[@yihoncen]

Move to California, then you won’t complain about it. We are paying 15% state tax, but my kids’ school even can not afford to buy printing paper......

[@tentoes4936]

I moved here in Jan from up north and I cannot waitttt until my lease is up next Jan to hit the road outta here!! I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. I'm counting the days down and after 2 months of living here I KNEW it wasn't for me.

[@mattc5791]

In my experience SW Florida is one of the best places on Earth to live. This video demonstrates that you can't please all the people all the time... Florida may not be right for everyone, but moving to SW Florida 25 years ago from the Northeast was the best decision I've ever made in my life. I started a business, my wife purchased an existing business, and we've been very successful and beyond happy living here. Most people are very friendly. My 'clients' have become my friends. My neighbors are nice and we love where we live. Take everything in the video with a grain of salt. This one opinion is not a widespread reality. The vast majority of it WILL NOT apply to you. If you want to enjoy life and succeed, Florida is a great place to work hard and enjoy the 'fruits' of you own labor. And, under current circumstances, Florida is the MOST open state in the country! Virtually ZERO restrictions. We have a Great Governor...!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

When it comes to regular working class people its worst than Alabama. I have been doing much better. It was nice before so many northerns came

[@mattc5791]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Yes, I completely understand...it depends upon where you live in Florida. There is no 'perfect' place to live, but for us it's been great. And, I agree that there are many other nice places to live and work in the South. I'd never move back to the Northeast. My wife and I also both like Arkansas. When we retire, we may decide to move there, but not because we aren't happy here. Mostly to escape hurricanes, but It would also be a 'slower life'. I am very glad you are doing better in Alabama, and wish you nothing but the best!

[@rosejustice]

@@mattc5791 Sorry, dude, I disagree with most everything you said. I’ve lived in FL since 1981 and I hate it here. Why do I still live here? Because I can’t afford to leave. We have no state income tax-big whoop. Due to this the state will nickel and dime us to death in order to make up for lost revenue. When I got married, my marriage license was $95. For shits & giggles I checked it against how much it would have been in my home state. $15. Want to register an out of state car? It will cost you a small fortune. Oh yes, we don’t have yearly inspections for cars. Just don’t get in an accident against one of those folks. Professional licensure and certification has no reciprocity in FL which means you basically have to retake your schooling. Then the wages for these jobs are horrid. Teachers salaries are either 45th or 49th in the country. Our governor has turned into a dictator in these past 2 years. I’m not going to argue about all the mistakes and horrible decisions he’s made except to say as a woman I have more restrictions on me regarding personal medical decisions than he has placed on the general public regarding an airborne virus that can impact anyone you come in contact with.

[@carissabaker9304]

Not a great Gov

[@pdg61met]

I moved to FL 27 years ago and never looked back. Everywhere has it's pros and cons but many of the cons in FL are caused by people with problems moving here thinking they can run form them. instead they bring them with themselves. Also, foreigners. The language barriers created, cultural differences, no money resorting to crime, etc.. But compared to Chicago, LA, NYC, Phili, etc. Fl is great. If you move to FL later in life you stand a good chance of leaving because you are too rooted into where you came from. If you move when you are younger you grow into it like i did. you cannot tell me that living on the west coast of FL and being able to watch the sunset over the gulf anytime is not awesome. Try that in a shithole like NYC. LOL

[@mikevalentine8369]

NY has beautiful sunsets and sunrises. Water, beaches on both sides. Waaaay more resources tor poor, waaay more incentives for small business owners. The social life in NY ... 1 of a kind. I mean you have experiences in a month, that cities and Ppl need need a year to experience. Still ain't on NY level. NY is about your taste, introvert vs extrovert, age and what community you belong to. we got HUGE scenes. Whether your gay, Gothic, Asian or ect. You have about a few thousand people to whatever group you belong to to engage with.

[@pdg61met]

@@mikevalentine8369 all true but the cost of living depreciates the quality of life enormously. The gap between the dollar and what you get for it in housing and other lifestyle elements is astronomical. Upstate New York is nice But if you’re referring to the city I’d rather live very nicely than like a rat

[@lindseyrenee4412]

Agreeeeeeeeeed!

[@goonn337]

You're probably white

[@dbrew2u]

Moving to S.Carolina . Florida is now Over Populated , Over Developed , the Road Work never ends . And it's wayyyy to Expensive .

[@MichaelGiordano777]

@@fabianfailla9121 Greenville/ Simpsonville area in South Carolina is booming economy. Daughter in Real Estate. Has most if not all of your requirements for your restaurant.

[@arod8596]

@@fabianfailla9121 not with the Biden presidency

[@PhilWorley]

The Greenville area is the best part of SC.

[@sideshowdrummer]

I'm in Orlando and the building of condos apartments is just getting way out of hand

[@diosprotege9328]

I left Orlando 7 years ago after 15 living there. The cost of living is very high and traffic is ridiculous.

[@prestonrobert2625]

Orlando is owned by Soro's crime industry with Disney map leading to Antartica and hell.

[@diosprotege9328]

@@prestonrobert2625 Agree 100%

[@SamWiseTheGrey]

I live in Madison, Wisconsin and it is the same here. Brand new developments, condos, apartments, construction EVERYWHERE. It’s insane. I want to move to a town on the outskirts of Orlando, while it will be a lot of construction, at least there will be no snow, freezing weather and things to do.

[@luvelyjay]

I’m one who does her homework before making a move and I found your video to be very informative. My sister lives in south Florida and my parents are moving there to be close to her and her husband. I’m being recruited to move there soon to be closer to them. Not rich, despise traffic, and don’t love heat or humidity but I’m considering the move because I love my family and don’t want to be far from my elderly parents. Although I’m not happy with where I’m at, living in one of the top 5 most expensive states in the US, you’ve given me a lot to think about. Didn’t know there were so many cons for living in Florida. Thanks.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Family is important and worth making it work out.

[@BeeChance]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Thanks for making this video and being honest.

[@erome31]

Nailed it, lost my high paying job due to Coronavirus and unable to come close to pay. I was transferred from NYC and lucked out, lived very well in Southwest Ranches a very ritzy area between Miami and Ft Lauderdale. Dwayne Johnson (The Rock) lived 1/2 mile down the road. Loved the 4 years there, purchased a lovely 4 bedroom home with an inground pool and gated community about 10 miles from the ocean. This guy is 100% correct, the cost of living is insane. Comparable to NYC, real estate is beyond affordable and comparable jobs are paying me half of what I was making. Beautiful place, great neighborhood, good schools, heavy Latino population, but pay and cost of living don’t match. You need to have your own business or be well off to live here. Moved 2 months after being laid off because of Covid, in 2 months landed 1 job paying me less than half of what I was making. Moved to Pennsylvania and had 6 offers in 1 week with less of a drop in pay. Don’t get me wrong the beaches, party life, views, and fast pace is great but the cost of living is insane. Most people only last 2-4 years in Florida and head back home, especially the younger people who move to Miami Beach and see reality. The moving company rep told me that for all the New Yorkers moving in double Floridians are moving out -NC and SC.

[@rossibonugli]

Nahhhh. He seems to have lived along the coast where all of the tourists go. There are plenty of less expensive locations to live in Florida.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

A house in ocala inland with no beaches rent for 1400 now.. 🤷

[@ernk72]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS is that a price quote or where you lived.

[@missjones8123]

He is right! I live in central Florida and the average 1 bedroom is $1200 ITS A STRUGGLE!

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@missjones8123 for $1200 you rent a very decent house here in central alabama

[@RG-hf4et]

I can't decide wether to retire in TX, AZ, FL or GA............Please add your thoughts!

[@CBCLI333]

Brutally honest. Appreciate your perspective and why you decided to leave. Also liked the fact that you realize that some of your reasons to go are other peoples reasons to come to florida. Very well done. Hope you love your new home.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

while everything we said was true, were back in Florida for Family. Alabama was not a welcoming place but we made good $ there and learned alot about life

[@jooutofmanyonepeople]

I lived in South Florida for 20 years and it aint perfect but I loved it. No place like it! Very diverse and i can walk out my door any time of day without thinking about what the hell I'm wearing. Flip flops, shorts no problem. It is getting pretty rough for the young people though.

[@fredfischer4418]

Good video lived their since 85, it’s a cesspool now. Move to colorado my wages doubled with benfits

[@Flanole]

As a native Floridan who liked growing up in Miami many years ago, it has changed for many of the reasons you listed. I am planning on leaving as well. Naples is not a valid example, it has been the city with the richest per capita city in the country. Not a city for the average person. If you live in Miami, Dade area you better be Latinos because "whites" have been driven out. You must be bi-lingual. To get your Alabama vibe you have to live in the interior or north interior Florida. I agree with terrible land use development. Around Ft. Myers they built over wet lands so when it rains heavy they flood. Humidity, bugs, and all the rest is true. The people had to pass an amendment this November to raise minimum wage to $15 hour by 2024. Wages are terrible for average people. GREED should be the state motto for the rest. Florida has been exploit by land developers to Disney. It was a nice place once to live even with the other shortcoming but no more.

[@dagramirez]

Many of my friends and relatives from Miami-Dade resident, moved away from too many of us who turn south Florida in a border town.

[@dirtworkflims7103]

I'm in eastern Kansas and we're looking at moving to Florida 🤣

[@Flanole]

@@dirtworkflims7103 No income tax, poorly financed education system, property cost are through the roof.

[@stj971]

Miami was like a second home to me as my grandparents lived there and l wound up moving there when l was 18, a looong time ago when Miami and the rest of fla was beautiful. They've completely ruined that state. Btw, I'm bilingual and actually had many latino friends. The cuban food/culture is great.

[@el-Cu9432]

Even $15 an hour will not be enough to afford the cost of living.

[@patorack]

Thank you so much for leaving Florida, I hope your video encourages many more to leave as well. Florida Native.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

YOU CAN KEEP THE TRAFFIC, SNOBS, HEAT, HUMIDITY, HURRICANES and northerns all to yourself.

[@tonia.5861]

“My wife’s grandpa left us a crap load of money”.....so WHY are you ranting about white privilege when you inherited a “crap load” of money?? Did you or your wife take that money and up your education to enable you to move into a better paying career? Did you invest the capital for long term gains? Did you do any of the things that the people your ranting about did to get where they are? Someone GAVE you the chance to change your future and if you didn’t take it.....that’s all on you man.

[@MichaelGiordano777]

30 year Florida resident here. Everything he said about Florida in his KZbin video is correct. But the Winters here are fantastic with endless beautiful beaches. And if you bought your property right (during the crash) your in good shape now. You could Not pay me to live in Alabama. I would go Coastal South Carolina or the Georgia coast if we ever did decide to relocate. Love the cities of Savannah and Charleston.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

St marys GA is nice. Some jax suburbs as well. You would be surprised some good areas in alabama. It can be retroactive here at times.. in reverse.. you know.. 1865

[@hunterpowell4873]

Used to live in Savannah area it’s a really beautiful and great city but would recommend not going to garden city. But if I were to move back I would move to the Richmond hill spur

[@sitdowndogbreath]

@@hunterpowell4873 Savannah's nasty south of Waterfront area ghetto with nice looking trees

[@seven471]

I agree there's no way in heck I would ever step foot in Alabama I cannot stand the state.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@seven471 and i am sure alabama feels the same way about

[@SnapshotSniper]

I’m a white guy here in swfl and unless your already rich no Chance. Ppl have attitudes here and everything is 10Xs more expensive than anywhere else

[@scaleworksRC]

If you spend any time in the woods, even walking to your fishing spot, the deer flies will find you too. They are orange, like a horse fly but smaller.

[@hollycarr3267]

I hear you I was a life long Florida girl and recently moved to Eastern Kansas. We needed a bigger house and we couldnt get a bigger house for our family there. So far we are loving the change less humidity more of a community feel and much slower relaxed pace of life with less mosquitos and virtually no traffic.

[@margueritegastanaga5156]

Sounds great. Enjoy your new life. Blessings

[@danclmb]

I live in eastern kansas and I can’t wait to leave 😂

[@wacalla26]

If your half dead kansas is ok... There is nothing to do in kansas. Let go to walmart saturday night for a slushy....No thanks florida #1

[@hollycarr3267]

@@wacalla26 actually there is alot to do in kansas, hiking, biking we are by some awseome trails, camping, fishing, kayaking, hunting. got mountains less than 2 hours from me for more exploration. We did not want the city lifestyle. What is so sad is that my daughter who is 11 thought it was wierd that noone had told her to f### off yet. In Fl it was common to be told that driving anywhere. Kids schools were always on lockdown due to threats ect. I wanted my kids to be able to be kids without the constant threats and worries. So for us its a good move.

[@Gypsygirl9]

Is it low cost of living there? 4 seasons?

[@jaxxbrat2634]

Gentrification of Florida is a political factor as Americans move there from high reg/tax Blue states.. And us boomers with some bank.. I will pass on the insects and humidity

[@beachgirl6565]

I can't breathe outside in the summertime in Florida. It gets worse the older you get. The Palmetto bugs fly there. People with kids will rent rooms in their house to strangers to survive there. I call tourists, terrorist. They are bad in Myrtle Beach too in the summer. I moved to SC.

[@mareo187]

Florida is a awesome place to live(when retire or born rich), but the jobs options are piss poor and most of the recruiters are fill of bs and sometimes shallow or low key racist that call people in 3months or even more than a year to get a response, the arrogant self entitled people that do everything for attention, and the crappy traffic pushes me to move in the near future

[@Yeshuareigns777]

Great video! I had to leave Florida (north of Tampa area) myself in 2014. Now in Ohio and I am financially way better off, and near my sister. Thank you for your work : )

[@caroletta451]

Same here, Julie. Lived in Tampa Bay in Palm Harbor/East Lake area for 15 years. Moved back to rural Indiana two years ago and never been happier! Tampa Bay has just gone down hill over the last five years! This guy is spot on!

[@jarvisaddison8560]

I'm from Miami and i try and tell people the real problem with Florida is the economy! Its a joke. What difference do you notice in Ohio as far as economics go? I'm in NYC and i tell people even with the cost of living you have a better quality of living.

[@caroletta451]

Jarvis, I live in Northern Indiana. Median priced homes are $150K to $200K. We moved back here two and a half years ago from the Tampa Bay area.. At this time, the economy is great in the RV Industry and they can't find and keep help . The pay keeps up with the cost of living. The big part of the economy is that a gallon of milk here cost 1.89. In Tampa Bay, we paid 3.89 for that same gallon. Eggs are 1.69 here for a dozen... in Tampa Bay? 3.69. Car insurance in Tampa Bay? 400.00 plus a month. Where we live now? $139.00 a month. Taxes here just went up to $1,200.00 a year here for us with a small farm and six acres. In Tampa Bay they were $5000.00 a year for a $2500 square foot home on a postage stamp lot. And the list goes on and on.

[@jarvisaddison8560]

@@caroletta451 exactly and i don't see why people keep buying the hype on Florida! Was born and raised in Miami and all the prices you listed are dead on. But let's not forget the nightmare called traffic! Lol

[@carolm4545]

@@jarvisaddison8560 I am a native Miamian living in the ‘burbs. There is no economy here. We’re the worst out of the top 20 metropolitan areas. Where do you live in NYC?

[@BibleSamurai]

ive lived in florida a long time and im still not use to the bugs. the horse flies chase me when jogging in the woods. so i let them land then kill them. the mosquitos tear me up

[@juniorp726]

It’s becoming NYC. NY attitude, NY cost of living, and eventually NY taxes on everything

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

yup..

[@jasonwillcox8635]

That's cause all those assholes move here.

[@mrike5651]

Yes I see that coming soon

[@gregoryromero6856]

Yes, I've notice Miami for example. A LOT of assholes have been moving here over the past 12 years...This is where I live.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@gregoryromero6856 only gonna get worst

[@semperfi8075]

Great video! I visited Florida a few times now! Loved it and imagined moving there, but with your perspective of someone who has actually lived there and sharing it with us, I think I'll move elsewhere! Texas, Georgia or even Tennessee.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

its good to RETIRE... but to WORK.. no. Dont miss ALABAMA on your list, its not as bad as people say in many areas. St marys GA is great

[@semperfi8075]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Thank you for that valuable information. Wife and I will try to visit Georgia again, and Alabama, which we've visited several times as well, and maybe take the plunge! God Bless!

[@nicolebermudez4855]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS what about tn? I like the Johnson city/Knoxville area. Ugh those beautiful mountains!

[@nicolebermudez4855]

@TruthAlways Prevails thanks! I wanna move from Miami fl but a little scared to pack and go. Maybe one day lol

[@carmenHernandez-jg1kk]

Well I agree 100% of everything he say because is SO TRUE...i moved to FL 13 years ago from MI and I was happy maybe for 8 years but now I can see how agree and stress I am because FL is changing for the worse and people are doing in it mostly Puertorricans bringing the bad habits from the island to here like driving like crazy people , beeping the horn , using the shoulders like a lane and then cut in front of you at the light, dumping garbage everywhere ,blocking traffic etc. FLORIDA is already over crowded and the keep making more subdivisions and the roads are the same ...here in Central Florida you can't drive no more because the traffic is horrible. The hot and humid weather is worse than ever. The salaries are so low that you can't have a savings account. I really regret moved here and I wish i can move back to MI no matter if it is cold or snow anyway I lived there for 20 years.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Good snow in michigan were here now see our recent uploads

[@manbtm1]

Yes my sister moved back from Orlando area after 18 years there, she was getting to absolutely despise Florida, the never ending construction, thousands and thousands of people moving in, she said the rudeness has increased exponentially, too many bugs , dreadful summer heat, Off the charts insurance costs on her house,and absolutely hated the political situation .She said she’s very glad to be back in Michigan and will stay here.

[@woop2235]

Ok so then maybe you should go back to MI and take your racists remarks with you🤷🏻‍♀️ have a happy life👍🏽

[@carolbrooks9161]

Well, I have lived in Florida off and on since I was 19. I have also lived in Alabama. Kentucky and Texas. I kept coming back to Florida. What bothers me about this podcast is that you put out your opinion as fact. Some of the points you make are indeed fact such as humidity, bugs, land use. But old people? I am 75. I am an artist, I was a librarian. I've backpacked all over Europe. I think I am interesting person and I know many, many fun and interesting older people so please dont be so judgemental. Also, have you lived all over Florida? I have. From the Keys to the beautiful woods, rivers and springs of North Florida. I currently live in the Tampa Bay area on the coast. Yes its expensive and housing is getting harder to find, but tons of things to do for young, old, and families. Some of your information is biased. As a former librarian and researcher, I gotta say, you should check yourself. You can state your opinion and personal experiences, of course, but be careful of posting these as fact. Otherwise, I thought you had some useful information. The traffic has definitely gotten worse, especially since the darn virus caused so many people to move here. Hopefully they will leave after listening to your video!

[@kahalak8171]

Very well said Carol

[@hookednreeled1180]

Everybody's entitled to their own opinion

[@Hal-Robinson]

I'm not rich I have lived in Florida most of my life. I joined the military got an education and worked for a good life. I never will be rich but I enjoy my life and everything Florida has to offer

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Thats awesome. I started life in Cuba.. been working since 13. Our cuban american children born here will all go to collage.

[@greentea2451]

We are also leaving Florida, not just for the price of the housing but for the price of home insurance. Many, many insurance companies have pulled out of the state because of the hurricanes. They do not want to insure houses older than 20 years. A couple we know bought a 19 years old home and got home insurance for $1900 a year. A house we were buying was 25 years old and the cheapest home insurance we could get a quote on was $5200 a year, so we rescinded the offer. There is a crisis of home insurance here and it will only continue to get worse as more companies pull out.

[@Gypsygirl9]

Where are you moving to? I live in s.fl. Hate it so much. I just cannot take the heat and traffic anymore. Was thinking NC or TN.

[@sallobo777]

I'm seriously thinking of moving to Florida from Boston. But I'm no dummy, I've been to Florida only 3 times for Vacation in past 10 and hit all the major points in the state. I did notice the economic disparage, the bad drivers and traffic, the weird weather and bugs. I said to myself "I would never move to this state unless I had a lot of money" this place seems like a nightmare for regular people.

[@thedirtybubble9613]

North FL is actually cheaper and less populated.

[@bs4real]

It IS a nightmare for regular folks...I'm trapped.runnnnn!!

[@goonn337]

@@thedirtybubble9613 not anymore!

[@lilacdream1000]

I have lived in Miami half of my life and pretty much everything you are saying it is sooo true, I moved from Florida but I do miss the sunshine state, I'm considering Texas for home buying as I cannot stand cold climate here in the Midwest, it is truly driving me insane.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

texas is the same trash as florida. MIRA: look up HUNTSVILLE ALABAMA.. or AUBURN ALABAMA.

[@carolm4545]

Me too! I am a native Miamian who is considering Texas also.

[@guliazyulfigarova1597]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Stop with ur Alabama

[@sharonborris6675]

Not moviing to florida anymore.

[@musikmakerfan]

It snowed in Texas this month!

[@yeseniapastor7165]

I love your videos. I would love for you to do a video about where people leaving Florida are moving to.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

I did!!!

[@breesechick]

I feel you at some level. I'm a white woman in her early 30's and I work 39-40 hours a week cutting men's hair in ga and I make around $2,000 a month INCLUDING tips and due to people coming to GA from other states like california or new York people that have lived here their whole lives can barley rent a room in a house because housing prices are getting jacked up. Thanks for sharing cause I thought FL would be affordable, nevermind. I looked at jobs in florida like you said and I'd make about the same, but rent would take my whole months salary including tips :/ Thanks again for the truth.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

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[@breesechick]

@@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS Thanks. I'll sub.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

@@breesechick awesome welcome!

[@Tampashine]

Mahriah Grosh OMG you cut hair. Do you know how much money you could make here in Florida I mean anywhere? Work for yourself and build your hustle up. If you can't hustle yeah Florida isn't for you.

[@breesechick]

@@Tampashine that's good to know if I found a good spot 👍 thanks. I found one here in Georgia that was commission only at the lowest paid Barber made on average 6,000 a month before taxes before co-vid hit. I had to quit there though because my medical conditions were interfering. After my surgery I couldn't cut hair for 7 months, and it wasn't even because of my excision surgery... It was because of frozen shoulder and it's been messed up for a couple years now. I've done a bunch of steroid injections and daily medication from a pain doctor to try to keep working. Right now working a men's salon.

[@TS-rd7oy]

I am middle class and have been here 15 years. I came to northern Hillsborough county near to Pasco. It was so wonderful when i came here. Farms, horses, wide open spaces. I can't stand it anymore. Obnoxious people in Lexus cars, driving like aholes, crappy gated community boxes for 400k. Traffic intensifying by the day. Not all of us want to live like that. I thank you for your video. I too am planning to leave Florida in the next year. I loved it, but that Florida is gone now, at least in my world.

[@danielhansen6991]

Exactly

[@lucaspeddie3114]

So now where?

[@stj971]

What a shame

[@jennifer6039]

I lived in Huntsville. What part of Alabama are you in?

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Prattville area

[@jimbranscomb4350]

it's the same thing that has been happening in california, rents and home prices are ridiculous due to part time residents.

[@California6]

How can you believe so easily what ever he said to get view? This is his whining opinions and why you compare commiefornia democrat loser state with wonderful Republican Florida state? Do you know why no one want to move in to CA state, except ILLEGAL IMMIGRANT & Californians MOVE OUT IN DROVE? Because CA control by commie democrat gov. Newsom & Florida control by good Republican gov. Ron Desantis.

[@rolandthethompsongunner64]

I moved to Florida in 1994. Bought a town home in Gainesville for 35k in 96. Sold it in 98 for 46k. I was planning on leaving Florida after that but stayed. The problem with Florida certainly is affordable housing. But that’s the problem in almost every other state too. So unless you want to live way out in the woods doesn’t matter where you move except the most undesirable places.

[@LouisianaGoon337]

Where you originally from

[@lindamartin218]

This guy is delusional, he is a example of not wanting to work for what he wants because of the lack of ambitious, he claims he don't care about money! But he is so bitter about others living better! I am a Latina and I work hard for my dreams, I live in a gated community in a exclusive neighborhood in Orlando. I have lived here for 24 , I'm 47, and I made it. This is just a example of someone who is watching others all the time and not focus on him to progress. Horrible! . Black and Latinos can make it big here! Only if they really want better. Like in any other place.

[@FLORIDAHOODVLOGS]

Linda martin sounds like a white name. Change it to maria rodriguez and go apply for your current job