Top 5 Reasons NOT to Live in Kentucky | PROS and CONS of Living in Kentucky

What is it like living in Kentucky? Let me tell you! Today, we'll walk you through the PROS and CONS of living in Kentucky!
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Let’s talk about a few of the upsides and downsides of living in Kentucky. There are a TON of pros to living in Kentucky - don’t get me wrong. I wouldn’t live here if the pros didn’t outweigh the cons - but it’s worth noting that there are a few things that people don’t like about living here.
PROS:
1. AFFORDABILITY
2. PROXIMITY TO CITIES
3. NATURAL BEAUTY
4. WEATHER
5. RICH TRADITIONS
6. SLOWER PACE OF LIFE AND GREAT PEOPLE
CONS:
1. NO OCEAN NEARBY
2. EDUCATION SYSTEM NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
3. HOT/HUMID SUMMER
4. MORE ANIMAL/VEHICLE ACCIDENTS
5. POLLUTION
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[@justinbeck4197]

“When the end of the world comes, I want to be in Kentucky, because everything there happens 20 years after it happens anywhere else.” - Mark Twain

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Iconic quote!

[@northwestrepair]

@@livinginkentuckyrealtor made up just like Buddha quotes.

[@CharlotteBrown-bh1cd]

Brilliant

[@albany5342]

It's true though

[@fionajane56]

Mark Twain was brilliant

[@TravelGuy9834]

Another good thing about Kentucky is that it's not a popular state to move to, which makes Kentucky more rural.

[@cobaltpatti7229]

yessir. More barrels of bourbon in KY than people

[@kataya61]

@@TravelGuy9834 actually it's becoming quite popular to move to. A lot of homesteaders are moving out to east Kentucky. many more retirees are moving here. Not to mention the college students that moved here & stay.

[@garrymoore8017]

I'm a 7 year resident, a Chicago native. I find the winters very mild. Here in central KY we only get a few days of snow which quickly melts and occasional freezing temperatures rarely last more than a few days.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nurshark10]

Native Kentuckian here. I like Kentucky. It has a lot to offer. I appreciate you doing this channel to spotlight our state. I’m not looking to buy a home but want to follow along. New subscriber, as well.

[@mariocisneros911]

You're close to selling me. Not as cold , not as hot , not as dry , no earthquakes , but how about flooding ,hurricanes, tornadoes?? Locations is great to many places within a days drive from Milwaukee, near Kansas City, Toronto, Pittsburgh, Atlanta. WOW!!!

[@pjlee2053]

It warms my heart to see that people in KY are welcoming to people moving into the state. I’m more familiar with states that don’t want ‘outsiders’ coming. Thank you all for sharing your experience!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for watching and leaving a positive thought!

[@dakotathompson8062]

Every southern state is until to many people come in then they get pissed. I don’t blame them at all. Seen it happen with all of the southeast.

[@peteschiavoni]

I moved to central Ky last year from Long Island. This isn’t humid but it is hotter. The pollution is nothing by comparison. The wildlife hasn’t been an issue as I grew up in eastern LI where deer strikes were as common as water. I do love the laid back lifestyle and super kind people.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I am so glad you are enjoying living in Kentucky!

[@MuzixMaker]

You related to Joe Schiavoni?

[@peteschiavoni]

@@MuzixMaker yes.

[@MuzixMaker]

The one who lives in PA? I lived on LI for 32 years. FL now, via PA

[@peteschiavoni]

@@MuzixMaker No. Joe was my uncle

[@carolynridlon3988]

My husband & I left CA 12 years ago & traveled around the states west of the Mississippi (as Texans) - enjoyed visiting & sightseeing, but not finding a new home. We came into western KY & fell in love with Kentucky, so weve settled down for our "retirement home" around Paducah (McCracken Co) - it fit our needs & friendly folks!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for sharing!

[@brianskies]

How is the crime in Paducah? I see some nice property there, but according to google, it doesn't sound too safe? is that true? Love to hear it from someone who actually lives there. Also from CA

[@davidcassity6593]

Almost nonexistent. Some petty thief. Live in rural, not Paducah proper

[@MuzixMaker]

McCracken Co cops have a “problem”.

[@deborahlincoln-strange622]

My husband lived in Kentucky as a kid and loves it. We are contemplating moving there. We currently live in Dallas metro area.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

That's exciting! I would love to help with any questions as you talk out the idea of moving here and weigh out the pros and cons. Please make sure to email me at [e-mail] or reach me via phone

[@Mary-lo3zl]

We moved from Washington state to Kentucky we had been through Kentucky three years in a row found it to be so beautiful we wanted bowel county but found a home in Campbellsville and love it here it’s a beautiful town very happy we moved here. GODLEY people so very happy here. God bless all.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Happy to have y'all here!

[@wishkah4369]

From Washington state here. Can't move yet. But Kentucky sounds great.

[@CharlotteBrown-bh1cd]

I ended up in "The Bowels " of Kentucky. I'm out a here.

[@jonathanmundy5778]

Also from Washington. Lived in Fayette County from 2009-2011. Moved back to Seattle to take care of aging family. Miss Kentucky all the time. It's high on my list of places to relocate. It's truly God's country out there.

[@kevinkadventures]

I’m in Washington too planning to relocate to Lexington for work I’m looking at Shelbyville if we can get a good loan

[@CallSignJammer]

As for the first CON...I just moved here earlier this year..bought a farm in Clark County. Having grown up in Southern CA just 30 minutes from the beaches of Orange County...I don't, and WON'T miss it. Hardly went anyway.

[@wayawolf1967]

Some are ocean people and some are mountain people. You might prefer mountains. I do. All we ask here in KY is leave your politics/ways where you came from. You left for a reason so embrace the freedoms we have here and help us defend it not corrupt it. Not accusing you just saying what others are thinking when we see new residents from commiefornia. Welcome neighbor.

[@MegaRiffraff]

I live in southern Kentucky, Can be in panama beach in 8 hours in a car or 55 minutes on a plane from Nashville.

[@KYBlooograz]

Moved to small town central Kentucky a year ago from Washington state. So much more affordable, peaceful and beautiful. Decided on Danville/Harrodsburg areas (Boyle county) and ended up buying a house in little historic Perryville. Cute, small and extremely safe small town with a highly rated elementary school. Less than half (actually about one third of the cost) than home prices in Washington. Property taxes are so much less too. Friendly people and no more hours sitting in traffic. Highly recommend central Kentucky for a more peaceful and slower pace of life.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I love that area. Very quaint, peaceful, and overall a great place to live! Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@switchbackimage5966]

If you only knew the back story of what's happening in your area that is insidious.

[@ironc5194]

Any of y’all happen to weld?

[@mrFalconlem]

Ghosts near Perryville are scary.

[@grahamjohnson3154]

I've been looking at the Danville area too, looks beautiful. Hows the weather, I'm ok with the winters there seem pretty moderate, but concerned more about summer and humidity.? What have you found it to be like. Thanks!

[@DeanaESayles]

WE MOVED FROM SAN DIEGO CA TO WESTERN KY AND WOULDN’TMOVE BACK EVEN IF YOU PAID US , THE PEOPLE ARE SO KIND.

[@deborahlynnxyz]

The price of a house might seem low to you, but the pay is low here, too. So it doesn't matter how cheap a house is if you don't have the money.

[@JayDude85]

I was wondering about this. I'm a chef and in general, we don't make a lot of money. If I were to move to Kentucky, I would prefer to live in a rural area, so I assume finding a decent paying job in my line of work would probably be difficult.

[@deborahlynnxyz]

@@JayDude85 A chef could make at least twice as much as I made, but there are less jobs for chefs than grill cooks. You could apply agree to relocate and make a lot of your plans online. Good luck!

[@stewmeat9261]

Just moved to Bowling Green from California. I find most everyone we've meet to be super welcoming. I made sure to change my Cali license plates immediately! We were originally looking in Tennessee but found much better value in KY. It's also a few degrees cooler in the summer since it's farther north.

[@chrystelwilkins9550]

I was born in bowlingreen Ohio and we moved from there to California. Back then people though California was this amazing place. Sadly it is no longer the beautiful place I remember

[@Luckingsworth]

Just keep in mind you are moving out of California because the policies its citizens voted for made it a hellhole. Start to think like someone from Kentucky or you will turn it into the same California you wanted to escape from 😊

[@judahchild2612]

@@chrystelwilkins9550you should probably go back to Ohio these days 😂 California is dying

[@burningcoal5705]

As long as you don't vote the same way that turned your state into a hellhole you are welcome to live here.

[@stewmeat9261]

@@burningcoal5705 You assume all Californias vote left. People forget that Trump had more votes in California than any other state. Thanks for your blessing. I wasn't sure I could live here until you welcomed me.

[@Mattius08]

I love KY. Originally from Chicagoland and I will never go back. Kentucky is one of the cleanest, beautiful places with the nicest people I have ever met. I live in Central KY 45 min southeast of Louisville.

[@fotografiasromero]

I came from NY 💯 right

[@BIFC216]

Yall must be whyte 😂😂

[@mariocisneros911]

This is my retirement state .looking forward Not as cold , snowy as the midwest or humid next to the great lakes. And as hot as the deep south

[@wayawolf1967]

Another con (pun intended) is that if I buy your car, I pay taxes. If you buy it back the same day or anytime , you pay taxes again on that same vehicle. Over and over and over that vehicle gets taxed every time it changes hands. Oh heres another one for you. Not sure if other states do this but KY does. Little towns can impose additional taxes on things like fast food. For instance the state tax in KY currently is 6% but is some small towns you will pay at least 9% at the drive through. My thought is if you need more cash flow to run your town , reduce the size of your government first. Dont steal from your citizens.

[@jesseostone386]

Be grateful. Every state has its way of funding the state government. That grass is not always greener.

[@MuzixMaker]

That sales tax on cars is pretty common.

[@LDesignerArtist]

Proximity to Oceans: Take a cheap, 2-hr direct flight from Lexington on Allegiant Airlines to St. Pete, FL and you are near the ocean - and some of the most highly rated beaches.

[@stevensleet5924]

I don’t mind driving to Myrtle Beach. I live in central Kentucky, and it’s a scenic 9 hour drive…..

[@MegaRiffraff]

I moved to southern Kentucky from Memphis 4 years ago, land was super cheap compared to Nashville , bought 45 acres with a good farm house for what a middle class house in Nashville would cost . and still can be in Nashville for my job in .45 minutes

[@bracerorucker6383]

Thanks for the video I just moved to Louisville Kentucky from Concord NC. I have fallen in love with this state.❤

[@Dollsanity]

I moved to Frankfort, KY from Greenville, NC in 2020 and it's a beautiful state. Welcome!

[@williamhauser3686]

True, theres no oceans nearby, but both lake michigan and lake erie are only a few hours away

[@jgionti3]

Fantastic video Thank you for being honest about your home state. I currently live in Florida and the heat and humidity are just insufferable

[@IrishDragon666]

Appreciate this info, good sir. We're moving over from Ireland. Scouting mission end of summer. Looking forward to meeting Kentucky in person.

[@kataya61]

Love this… My family came to Kentucky from Ireland long ago… They specifically came from Northern Ireland around Londonderry. I have lived in Kentucky my whole life and love it. I’m in the Bowling Green area but originally from right next to Mammoth Cave. I may be biased, but you definitely want to check out South Central Kentucky.

[@ericamstad6371]

​@@kataya61Are there cottonmouths in your area?

[@kataya61]

@@ericamstad6371 yes... There are plenty of snakes in this area.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Please reach out if you have any questions or need any help. Thanks!

[@realRichHunting]

I stumbled upon Kentucky when I was looking around on Zillow. I live in DFW TX and I couldn't believe how affordable the homes are in Kentucky! Thanks for the upload.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for watching and leaving a positive thought!

[@Ashley-ts4wu]

Will be looking soon! Can't physically handle Minnesota winters anymore...

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

We have great weather! All 4 seasons, but nothing too terribly extreme. Make sure to text me or send me an email! You can find my info in the description below the video. @user-nl7uv6hp1j

[@willIV9962]

We moved from CO to KY seven years ago, and we'll never be going back. For a wide range of reasons, from the cost of living to ultra-progressive politics, it was time to move. The weather is a lot milder here than I was expecting. During the winter, I do miss the sun. It always seems to be gloomy, but there are not a lot of super cold, snowy days. On the positive side, the summer isn't too humid or too hot. The fall is simply my favorite time of year here. Kentucky has been a great state in which to raise our family, with very accommodating homeschooling laws. So we actually looked favorably on KY was far as educating our kids. We also got a lot more bang for our buck in KY when it comes to a home. We probably would have spent well over $500k for the same house in CO we got here at an affordable price with a pond to fish on too. By the way, your bookshelf has some great books by Sproul and Piper.

[@rebeccaalderson8800]

Born and lived in KY my whole life. I’ve traveled many places and nothing beats my Ole Kentucky Home! ❤️

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I've come to love it over the years!

[@AbsyntheAndTears]

I love KY. Especially Eastern KY in Appalachia... gorgeous place. Heavenly.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

It's hard to beat the beauty of those mountains!

[@NathanielYoder]

You forgot to mention the curvy hilly narrow 1.5 lane roads, blind spots at intersections, no street lights in the dark black nights outside of city limits, the extra time it takes to get somewhere bc of the curves, hills, & blind spots, & the low paying jobs.

[@KaylaMoncivais]

I live in franklin KY and love the slow pace. From colorado and miss the mountains but glad i bought a home here ❤

[@sosmadmax2148]

How's Franklin I'm from Colorado too Denver area ..how do u like it there ?

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I've been out that way before. Nice area!

[@Wetrockstah2116]

Definitely cheaper to live here than most places. Eastern KY is beautiful, an if you are retired it is the perfect place. Not alot of work in the eastern part of KY but if money isn't an issue with you then it is perfect. Food is great, bourbon capital of the world and great hunting and fishing land. If you are a a big city person KY isn't the place. If you like the country and prefer to live somewhere away from the hustle of the big city KY is amazing. Like west Virginia in a sense just a bit more diverse and developed

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

EKY is a hidden gem of geographic beauty!

[@chalesgolding5314]

@@livinginkentuckyrealtor “ food is great” 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🫢😳😳😳

[@tomcampbell4880]

a big con would be the corrupt state police. nothing but revenue generators.

[@susanmurphy3895]

I've lived in Kentucky 55 years born and raised, everything is cheaper in Kentucky than anywhere and I have been to just about every state, I've been living here in Arizona for the last 5 years and az sucks everything is higher.❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Well, if you decide to come on back, I'd love to help in any way I can!

[@truthbknown4957]

I grew up in Kentucky and left back in 1985. As much as I love Kentucky I think it would hard to move back. The obsession with college basketball (especially the cult like following of UK basketball) is over the top for me.

[@zachpotts5268]

Contemplating moving to Kentucky from Ohio, but not sure what area would be safest and economically beneficial, hopefully we find something!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Send me and email and I'd be happy to help discuss. [e-mail]

[@Dave-zl2ky]

Lexington's average home price last month was $302K. The winters are not much, I'm from Connecticut. Too darn hot in the summer. Your pros and cons are accurate and well done. I have been here for ten years. I would be interested in your take on the new buyer's side realtor agreements.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for valuable and contributing input! I would be happy to share my thoughts with you via email or text.

[@Kkb563]

South central Kentucky born and raised here…you are so right about a lot of the pros, the cons you mentioned are kinda laughable for me lol #BBN 💪🏼💙💙

[@Larryw-o2k]

Raised in East ky live in East ky lived and traveled the world over lived in 9 states and 3 countrys call ky home family settled there in late 1600s fought indians civil war and every other war us has been in am proud to be kaintuc resident family settled in Brodhead area Ben there ever sense scattered all across the world from there but most all claim kaintuc as home .

[@javierbusto1964]

Moved to KY 4 years ago from Miami Florida….do miss the beaches at times…but so far absolutely LOVE IT. We made the right decision

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

So happy to hear y'all are enjoying it! If you're in the central KY area feel free to reach out to connect further!

[@yonikki]

We live in Palm Beach County, FL and visiting Kentucky for the very first time next month for my children's spring break. We are renting a cabin and just plan on guided cave tours and relaxing. We never thought to visit Kentucky ever lol. Super excited though!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

@@yonikki that will be fun! Where is the cabin? The gorge?

[@wayawolf1967]

Be honest with me. As a former FL resident do you find the summer hotter here sometimes than in FL ? High humidity and no wind gets to me quicker here in central KY than high humidity and a breeze does in FL.

[@kristiemiller4752]

Looking at KY Florida Native . I would love feedback on your adjustment, pros cons and what made you choose KY?

[@paulamartin9552]

Planning a move to Kentucky from northwest Ohio within the next year or two. Lived In Louisville as a young girl. Now I’m looking for a slightly remote/small town country homestead. Glad I found your channel!!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

So exciting! I've spent a ton of time in Sandusky! The bluegrass would love to have you back. Please email me at [e-mail] or text me at 8594214990 so we can connect further.

[@lbfaith]

Was looking as well and were from NEO. Looking at southern maybe central. Looking now for security. Husband works for a trucking company that’s been unstable for the last 18 months. I’m a mail carrier so good weather is a must for me lol

[@MegaRiffraff]

Look in to barren county, it was voted the safest place to live in the mid south couple years ago, I considered it myself but I work in Nashville so I bought in warren county,

[@stevensleet5924]

Move to Perryville….

[@stevensleet5924]

Nice video. I live in Perryville, which is central Kentucky. It is a rural area, 1 1/2 hours from Louisville. 40 minutes from Lexington. I worked and drove to Lexington for a few years. Didn’t mind the drive.

[@AmberSantosDiaz]

Sadly prices have gone way up for living in Kentucky. Too many ppl buying up properties and pricing them more than they are worth. Rent and sale.

[@wtk6069]

The one thing Kentucky needs to do is copy the state tax structure used in Tennessee. The two states are extremely similar, but most of the differences comes back to Kentucky's historically more restrictive way of operating. There's no reason for a modern society to have something as backward and draconian as a state income tax. That's caveman thinking.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Solid idea. My family lives in TN and really do benefit from the tax structure.

[@robertlee6781]

Live in KY and work in TN. I know a bunch of folks that do that.

[@NathanielYoder]

If you don't like how we run things here then stay in TN. We like it.

[@cavernadememorias4238]

Thanks for your video! It's really useful information :)

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for watching!

[@SAHamel_]

I do like Kentucky but here's 2 big facts: Crime rate is high in the Louisville area,, and you will develop the dreaded Ohio River Valley sinus issue here.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I try to stay further south from the Oh river but I get it!

[@wayawolf1967]

Stay clear of liberal areas and crime rates will be extremely low in comparison. Fact not opinion.

[@julietteyork6293]

What’s the “Ohio River Valley sinus issue”?

[@davidcassity6593]

We are a green state. That being said leads to lots of pollen and the humidity grows lots of molds. If you live here you will find something you develop sinus issues about

[@lynndietz490]

I can tell people this... taxes are actually not that cheap. It depends on the county you live in. Many counties have lot's of regulations and require permits to build or add about anything such as a shed etc. The there are regulations as to where you can out that shed on your property. I know the county I live in close to the OH river if you use an outside of the county builder or contractor they give you crap and fail your inspections a lot. The in county contractors can be even double what you can find outside the county. Everything requires a permit. Also if your thinking solar in the county I live in as well as surrounding counties you can not go off grid. You have to stay connected to the company. Just lot's to consider and research before you buy here..

[@Retetop]

Really? I see a lot of land for sale in KY where it just says undeveloped or farm/hunting land with no restrictions. But if there's some more legal complications beyond that I wouldn't know, I'm not american.

[@lynndietz490]

@@Retetop Usually those are areas way out from any towns way down in KY. Not much level spots to build on either. Straight up and down mountains. Usually to far for water and getting electric will cost you more than affordable and that's even if you can get close enough to hook to it. . LOL But even then you have to be careful and check it out yourself cause they list it that way but when you research it actually has some restrictions.

[@aleahaleaha2593]

I’ve lived in Florida over 40 years and you don’t get to the beach like people think. You’re busy, working etc.

[@lindalightworks1103]

It's so true I've been in socal 35 years and sometimes I go a year or so without visiting the beach even though it's only 25 minutes drive out. We just get so busy with home care and work etc. 🥲

[@richardhanes7370]

I'm 2 minutes from the beach in Florida and only go for events

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I've heard this was the case!

[@ROXELL]

When we lived in Florida we went to the beaches very often.I love the beaches there, and although the beach is fun and beautiful and warm, it gets tiring eventually, especially with kids, bringing a bunch of stuff, clean up, etc.I told my husband we can’t go to the beach every single weekend, it’s too much lol.I love the beach, but I don’t mind making a trip out of it

[@carlpaladino427]

It was high on my list to retire until I listened to Gov Beshear speak the other day.

[@heatheringram2976]

December through March is just plain awful. No sun for months on end. Nothing to do but go bowling. Moved from Colorado. Sunny days lots to do The fall is great though

[@vitek924]

What about crime rate? KZbin have few videos mentioning that crime went double, what part of town is safer? North, south, west, east and what is the best town to live outside Louisville? Thank you in advance.

[@trust-us2ti]

Thanks mr. Higgins very educational

[@natet5959]

I've lived in Kentucky all my life and one of the reasons I'm still here is the natural beauty. The main con for me is there are too many cloudy days, especially in the winter.

[@bryanhachey]

Thanks for the video! I'm very interested in moving to Kentucky from new jersey so I'm trying to learn all i can.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Absolutely! I am glad you found it helpful. Let's connect so I can help with any questions or needs you may have.

[@Mattius08]

My in laws are from NJ. They live in KY now and love it. When they were traveling father in law had a job in KY he loved it so much he built a beautiful house outside Richmond in Central KY. Wife and I moved outside Louisville close to Bardstown. I love it here. So many lakes rivers and the best state park system in the US.

[@Jasmineshanicea]

My husband and bought a house in eastern Kentucky and we love it. I’m from Texas and he’s from the east coast. Now his family (from NJ) have sold their house and bought a house here. It’s a lot cheaper and beautiful ❤

[@Denise-m4g]

People here are friendly and helpful for most part. Biggest problem is the far left governor.

[@margieneltner7648]

One more con is the car tax. Not sure if that is common in other states but it is definitely a con.

[@anncawthon9183]

What about medical care? Politics? Poverty in Apalachia? Diversity? These factors are also important.

[@LIVINGINPALMBEACHFLORIDA]

Nice job on the video Buddy!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks brother! New video coming today. Trying to be like you!

[@bobbygoode112]

Excellent information!!

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Thanks for watching!

[@ericpowell5818]

Another con, if you bicyle both for work or just fun, I knew was not as good as were i'm from vermont but the bicycling on roads or country roads are if rated 1-10 --10 being perfect I would give a 1 they are not bicycle friendly in the part I live as for roads so on

[@TexasSands]

I'm from TX thinking about moving there. My family came here from Barron County Ky in 1851.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Feel free to shoot me a text or email if you have any questions!

[@trevorduwve4578]

What this doesn’t tell you… the poverty. Living in a holler with a trailer is the way of life in most of Kentucky unless you live in one of those cities he mentioned. Nobody here goes to the derby because nobody here can really afford it. And just know when you go to the mom and pop shops, those people are still probably making $7.25 an hour. There’s very few selections of entertainment other than bars and wildlife.

[@kentuckygirl8369]

"Heaven must be a Kentucky-kind of place" Daniel Boone

[@valeriewiley3603]

Great content ❤

[@mauralevario6183]

So wanting to buy some land and still figuring out what state. This video had way better pros then cons. How do people treat outsides moving in? Moving from Arizona so I feel like almost any place is better. Thanks for the video

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Hi Maura! So glad you enjoyed the video. Shoot me a text or email and I am happy to answer any additional questions. I have felt welcomed with hospitality and open arms since moving here 7 years ago!

[@tritchie6272]

As a Kentuckian I think that depends in Large part on your behavior. Northern Kentucky is probably less suspicious of outsiders than Eastern Kentucky. And alot of that comes down to the areas experience with outsider's. Southeast Kentucky has alot of bad experience with outsiders. Still for the most part, if you behave with some decency and not a snob trying to tell everyone what to do do, you have a good chance of getting along alright in most of Kentucky.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

@@tritchie6272 thanks for your input!

[@robertlee6781]

@Maura - my next door neighbor is from Prescott. We get along just fine. I had an employee who moved here from the Valley. They live outside Lexington. They love it.

[@robertlee6781]

If you are going to move to Kentucky, I would recommend a small town around Lexington. Convenience with regards to shopping and entertainment but you get a great small town feel. Like he said about the schools, do your homework. There are good private schools at a reasonable cost.

[@mikenuzzo1489]

You forgot Goldstar & Skyline est. I spend over $100 every time I visit KY…

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Skyline is one of my favorites!

[@marydiamond7099]

I'm a NY state resident and have been looking into Independence. The job search is tough when in another state. I've been in contact with many employers on indeed, then they see I'm out of state and say "Let us know when you're in Kentucky". Praying I can find a job there soon

[@lynndietz490]

Independence has a higher tax rate . Boone Co is a little less but Grant Co is much lower than both.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

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[@tomcleverley18]

My wife and I moved from CNY West of Syracuse in 2019. We love it here. We used to dairy farm in CNY, so we looked for someplace out in the country. We are an hour East of Lexington. We can go to the city when we need to, but the city will not come to us. We have freedom here. The 1st (freedom of religion) and 2nd Amendment are well respected here. We wish you well in your move.

[@marydiamond7099]

@tomcleverley18 I'm actually moving to the Independence Kentucky area on June 1st, I'm going to look at a couple of apartments next Friday. It's soo nice to get out of NY

[@cobaltpatti7229]

great, more "christians" with a persecution complex@@tomcleverley18

[@Willowduhon]

Ive lived in ky all my life and i love it ive slways lived in the country or a small town the big cities are full of crime and drugs but the country is a wonferfully beautiful place

[@Rockierambo1]

Ky native retiring to Hopkinsville Ky after 40 years in Atlanta - can’t wait to leave high cost living,crime, and traffic jams. Can travel over to Nashville if I miss the traffic

[@bobsmith1101]

What about: Crime ( Louisville?) , drug problems, unemployment , bugs/pests, flood areas???? ECT...

[@mariocisneros911]

I think Lincoln's papa made a mistake leaving here. TO ME THIS IS HEAVEN , NOT IOWA .

[@righttobeararmsetc.8492]

I have been looking at land to buy in ky

[@matthewmarquisee238]

I moved from CA almost five years ago and I'm never moving back. KY is beautiful. I lived in Frankfort (Franklin County) for 3-1/2 yrs; now living in Winchester (Clark County). The friendliness of the people can't be beaten. Except for Winter, it's green ALL the time. I've said that KY could be known as the National Park State. KY is very historical in relation to the founding of the country. The air quality is much cleaner than in CA, IMHO. There are decent-paying jobs galore, too. I've told many of my friends in CA that they could sell their home, pay it off, move here and buy at least 50 acres, and build the same size house they sold, and have plenty of money left over. I can find everything here that I had in CA, except the ocean. But I wasn't a big beach-goer, anyway. I moved here after learning of a familial ancestral connection.

[@jameslrouse]

This comment made me sick.

[@matthewmarquisee238]

@@jameslrouse can you explain?

[@lindalightworks1103]

Thanks for sharing your wonderful perspective. I'm also in CA and the biggest hold back of me moving has been no beach but I guess I don't even go that often 😅. My sister moved out there 5 years ago living in Winchester and then Lexington. She loves it.

[@matthewmarquisee238]

@@lindalightworks1103 They have beaches here but they are at lakes. I was never a big beach goer so I don't miss it. And I've recently moved to Richmond but outside of the city center.

[@jeremysorum147]

Moving to Bowling Green from East Phoenix AZ ready for a little slower pace of life and great fishing.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

You can't beat the fishing! You've got to check out Green River. Smallmouth for days! Feel free to email me or text me if you need a realtor in that area.

[@whyzup6593]

Check out the Scottsville/Galway area.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

@@whyzup6593 agreed. I've got a good friend in Scottsville and they really enjoy it.

[@methatlovescats3602]

Kentucky also have flooding don't forget to say that with alot of rains

[@igorram9507]

Living in Louisville for a couple years . I love Kentucky people but still can't accept how people litter around. Louisville is a beautiful city with tons of garbage on the streets. People just throw away litter from car windows and dont care. I can't stand it. By the way Kentucky is a the kindness state in America. i can prove it. YES WE ARE.

[@peggywiggins952]

I was recently in louisville and was shocked at the trash ,homeless every where , I felt very unsafe the 3 days there. I live 2 and half hours drive from there and our city is nothing like that.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Sorry to hear about the littering. Hopefully they can do some work to help that issue.

[@stevensleet5924]

I live one hour and a half from Louisville. Nice place to visit, but it is kind of trashy.

[@DEMONICKHILLER-fx2ln]

The poor horses. Im not for the horses being hurt. But aside from that sounds like a nice place.

[@wolfsdenpodcast7053]

I'm look at places in Richmond

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Email me and I'll see how I can help.

[@janemcpherson2119]

Love my beautiful home state of KY!!!

[@pamelawaller335]

I moved here and hate it here

[@klausengelmann9545]

Too many hillbillies?

[@Redneck_Ed]

Con 4 surprised me so I looked it up. Odds of animal collision 1:37 in top ranked WV but only 1:88 in KY which is ranked 20th of all states. Could be a lot worse for KY.

[@NathanielYoder]

It is a lot worse on the side roads in the dark.

[@emilyk-m9z]

I am traveling thru Kentucky California on motorcycle next week. 😮 more accidents with animals.... oh boy. I still can't wait to see Kentucky. 😊

[@righttobeararmsetc.8492]

I have been watching brads channle on real estate thinking about buying some land off them? But I allowed myself two years to look for the right place for myself

[@righttobeararmsetc.8492]

I just don't want to rush into land that I'll not be happy with I sold my farm in Ohio recently and yes I'll still own land in Ohio but I am looking at other spots to buy and move to

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I would be happy to answer any questions or help in any way I can. Please send me an email or text to discuss further.

[@mexmamiof3]

Good video. Where did you find the info on KY being second to AK for bodies of water, lakes, etc?

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Looks like.my info was incorrect on this! I have been told this by a few folks but my research should have showed otherwise! Thanks for the info. Regardless, there is a lot haha!

[@debbiel2098]

Thanks for your info. We are considering Paducah as a place to retire. Winters are brutal in Salt Lake City.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I have a friend who lived in Wyoming, so I have heard all about the crazy winters out there!

[@redpilllense7125]

Im from Commiefornia, and I'll take all the CONS instead of the communist Marxist politics in Commiefornia. I cant stand it here! Im a 50yr old divorced man and im really liking what Kentucky offers. Hoping to set up my retirement plans soon. Great video, just subscribed!

[@Van_d1jk]

Hopefully i might be moving from the uk with my family 😀 thanks for the video

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Please reach out via email if I can be of any assistance!

[@JayDude85]

I've been living in the high rockies of Colorado for the last 15 years. Beautiful, but as of late it's becoming VERY expensive. But anyway, I've been thinking about moving somewhere a little more slower paced and with more Christian values, but for my biggest concern, I have a question you may be able to answer as a fisherman. I prefer to live in rural areas (a bit of a disadvantage to myself because I'm a chef) and I love being in the forest and go on hikes regularly. I generally try to find trails that don't have a lot of traffic from other people so I can get some solitude and don't have leash restrictions so my dogs can run freely. How often do people encounter venomous snakes in the wild, and if I was hiking in the forests with my dogs off leash a few days a week, how likely are they to eventually get bitten?

[@ShaneLehoux]

Hello new to your channel i been living here in kentucky almost a year now come this comming September

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I hope you are enjoying the Bluegrass!

[@MaxKent-j5e]

Kentucky is my home state n I love it.

[@doralepage8409]

Will be in Kentucky Sunday interested in purchasing home

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Please send me an email at [e-mail] so we can connect. Thanks!

[@CarDaddy24]

Opinion on Owensboro? I dont know why but this town really stands out to me.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I have not personally spent time in Owensboro, but I know multiple people from that area. Most people I have talked to really like it and it seems to be growing and getting nicer each and every year.

[@dadzwag]

Retirement city and safe to raise kids. Boring for everything else.

[@tomcunningham8584]

Nice smallish city/town, even the Blue Angels visit every couple of years!

[@kristophermorgan2302]

Any casinos in Kentucky?

[@Marymackthequeenofwack]

There's a pretty nice one in Oak Grove, KY

[@lucymaze3917]

Looking at moving to KY prayerfully next year sometime.....in or near somerset. How hot do the summers get and how cold do winters get? Average snow/rain?

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

That's exciting! The highest average in the summer months in Somerset is 85 degrees and the lowest average of winter months in 25 degrees! Average snow per year is 6 inches and average rain per year is 50 inches! Shoot me an email at [e-mail] so we can connect.

[@billcoates941]

I live in Louisville .the winters are usually mild and we have had very little snow In the last decade ..in July / August the temps are 90s approaching 100 often. And the humidity can be really bad

[@lucymaze3917]

@@billcoates941 thank you!!

[@christianbotello8537]

They say the summers here are harsh? Pff! I come from Texas with no AC during the summer.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I hear ya! I grew up in Georgia. It was definitely hotter. Personally, the hottest summer I have ever felt is Memphis, TN!

[@christianbotello8537]

@@livinginkentuckyrealtor yes sir, thank you for the reply. May God bless your company. ☝🏼

[@peligrosoyaventado2654]

I really want to stay in Kentucky , I have no family here and missing my dad is the only reason I want to go back to the north west

[@frankramirez8618]

I miss Keeneland

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

It sure is a sight to see.

[@kirk-j5p]

I zipped through your video. Did you mention anything at all about how it is cheaper to get yearly license plate tags in TN than it is KY? Did you mention that KY has the dreaded state income tax? Best scenario: live and work in TN near the KY state line; come to KY to buy groceries tax free.

[@JUSAGUYNKY]

No mention of Lexington or Louisville in the great towns/cities part?

[@tylerhiggins9088]

I think they are both great cities! I tried my best to give a solid overview of as much of the state as possible. Thanks for watching.

[@jcgurl3773]

How are the people? Is it easy to make friends or are kentuckians reclusive to out of state residents?

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

Hi! Thanks for your question. I moved to Kentucky 12 years ago without knowing a single person. I have made some of my closest friends that will be my friends for the rest of my life. I feel Kentucky is welcoming and hospitable! Feel free to text me or email me with any more questions!

[@1Whitetail]

Moved near Grayson lake in Ky from Georgia and its nice but Mitch McConnell is the # 1 reason not to come here.

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

I moved from GA as well! Small world.

[@1Whitetail]

@@livinginkentuckyrealtor so far we like it, must say we like the weather better in GA. Overall it's not bad we're use to it, grew up in WV so about the same.

[@coreygrace4856]

Summers in west ky are hell. No wind and humidity cant breath.

[@Infamouskillah]

My family wants to move here but nervous about good paying jobs for normal folks like us.

[@julietbrown5719]

We are looking for a house in muse mill Wallingford, Flemingsburg Kentucky. Hubby will be working in maysville. We can't find a houses that has 5 acres plus near maysville but we saw a property in wallingford. Pls. Tell us about that place! Thank you! Is

[@livinginkentuckyrealtor]

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