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Why not recombine them into Carolina. It'd be stronger militarily than California, have a smaller land area to defend, and a higher GDP in total. As NC had 1/4th the GDP of Cali years ago without 1/4th the population and not sure what South Carolina's is off the top of my head.
I just moved from Anderson because it is getting destroyed by people moving. They can have it, I went out to Tennessee in the middle of nowhere like Anderson used to be.
I literally live on the NC/SC line . I'm technically in SC but my neighbor is in NC..I moved from NY in my late 20's..been here 17 years so I know a thing or 2 about both states..I am also a honest person..so here it goes..in SC the state is poorly run..roads are horrible and the traffic in Greenville along the 85 corridor is a living nightmare..it's been under construction for years and it's getting worse..the COL in SC is cheaper but they pay POORLY..the school system is horrendous in SC...SC has alot of rural areas and let me be frank they are very hateful toward those from other states..so to be honest in SC u can throw the " southern hospitality" out the window..if ur single like me be ready for a bumpy ride.. ..the weather in SC is crazy.. tornadoes are often and most homes don't have basements or storm shelters.. allergies are aweful..very hot in the summer..now for NC.. COMPLETELY OPPOSITE...like 2 different worlds..NC may be a tad more expensive but it's well worth it..the people in NC are by far are more kind and have a totally different mindset then SC..there is always something fun to do..the school systems are much better and so is the pay..as well as the roads..the government in NC cares about their ppl..the mountains are beautiful I live surrounded by them...they don't have nearly the bad storms..so if i could do it again..I would not have moved to SC..that's for sure...
WOW!!! that is really helpful to hear...thanks for all of that valuable info!!! good breakdown, and it is super cool that you are willing to share pain you've been through so others can not have to deal with some of what you had to experience...very cool man! - when people like you share stuff like that you save other people a great deal of time and effort - This is the type of thing that give me insight so I can make a decent decision...much appreciated, thanks for the insight - peace
Georgia boy here. Although I’ve never lived in the Carolinas, they are both great places to visit. However, I have a little more preference for North Carolina just because I prefer the mountain scenery of NC over the low country of South Carolina. Sure, South Carolina’s coast is the crown jewel of that state. In fact, I like Myrtle Beach better than a lot of the beaches in Florida. However, parts of western North Carolina are simply jaw-dropping.
Yes, both Carolinas are blessed to be adjoining states. I know because I’m here in Georgia adjoining you too. We really do have a nice corner of the country, don’t we?
@Sus-tp9jt yes , you are so right and I love Georgia, too. It's a beautiful State , and I have lived there , too. What a treat , the Carolinas and Georgia!!
I’ll take South Carolina because I like places like Columbia, Conway, Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head since I grew up in those areas and just me brings more nostalgia
I’m from Wilmington. I’ve met so many people moving from New York, Maryland and Virginia this past year. I’m a delivery driver so I talk to alot of people around town. I think as long as they leave their crappy politics at home they’re welcome.
@@alexmercer936 most of the ones I know like me moved because of them crappy politics we were not born free so we did what we had to do to become free!
Charlston is a really interesting city with great history, but overall… I don’t think it’s that close. North Carolina has a really strong job market. If you’re in the Charlotte area… Banking is huge and if you’re in the triangle area you have tons of tech jobs and medical jobs. It’s growing really fast but they do a reasonably good job keeping up with the infrastructure. I definitely prefer North Carolina over South Carolina. And if you need a tiebreaker… Potholes
@@LivinginRaleighTV Nothing against North Carolina in fact I enjoy going to Ashville and Boone and that surrounding area but as many places as I've been around the country there's just no place like home.
@Sting Ray well my family tree is sorta a mixed bag, my great great grandfather and his brother came over through New York my great great grandfather came south and married a full blooded Cherokee native American and my great great uncle stayed and settled in Harlem and married a African American women named Violet who I actually named one of my daughters after my mother's side of the family I don't know as much about but i do know that they were of Scottish descent. But when we have the big family reunions I tell you it's lit we have good time!
@WheelsAlwaysTurning Unless those red states are Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, or Alaska. Not saying all or even most blue states are better than them in every way but those red states are BAD
Fun almost fact there was a big fight between Teenager's on the NC/SC border. The teens from SC threw a stick of dynamite across the border at the teens from NC. The teens from NC picked up the Dynamite Lit the fuse and tossed it back........
Im right on the border of SC and NC, and the schools + roads are SO much nicer in SC. Once you get over the border, you can tell because the ride becomes so much smoother. The schools are really nice (atleast in Lake Wylie) and wayy better looking than the ones in NC. I would say both are pretty good on hospitality, but in my opinion NC is nicer. Both states are so alike but so different
Fort Mill, SC checking in. I was born in raise in rural SC(in the country) I decided to move to Charlotte. I love Charlotte area. After living in the city I realize that the city is not for me. So I decided to move to Fort Mill. So I have the best of both worlds. I live in a small town country setting. But work and play in Charlotte.... But SC has the best BBQ.
I moved from PA (originally from DC tho - and my roots are in SC because my mom was born there) My time growing up in DC in the 60s and 70s, DC was heavily influenced by the south because of the migration back then. Another reason I chose SC is because of the southern feel I get from being there. They're much more friendly than NC. Whenever I visited NC, I found too many rude people there - due to their migrations from NJ, NY and other northern states. I found this to be especially in Charlotte. I think when it comes to hospitality and niceness, SC wins.
Hmmm I’m born and raised in NC spent a great amount of time in SC. Charlotte might as well be shared with SC. It feels just as transplanty in Rock hill however Raleigh and Cary take the cake for transplants. But most of NC is rural it feels just as southern as any other state in the south.
Randa, having much the same experience as you. If you want friendly SC is the place to be. Only downsides are the roads and political climate. I really think there is much more political corruption in SC that goes unexposed.
I am originally from western North Carolina, but now living in Ghana Africa, but I must say one of the most beautiful places to me in North Carolina is Chimney rock
South Carolina has 3 different bbq sauces depending on region. Mustard in Midlands, vinegar in the low country all the up to the Piedmont region and then tomato based in the upstate.
My grandfather, from the Low Country, had a sauce that was a blend of mustard and vinegar. Oh my, it was just the best. I wish I had the recipe. I'm most partial to mustard, but I like all barbecue types -- including brisket in Texas. I ain't picky.
I grew up in both Carolinas and can say without a shadow of a doubt South Carolina is far better, but that's just my experience. Both states are great and I'm cool with you saying NC is better. Hopefully that will get more people to move there....because, y'all....WE FULL!
Dude, you can't be full! Aside from Delaware and New Mexico, people in every other state calls South Carolina the "pass through" state. That is, unless someone needs firecrackers, the only reason most people claim to have been to South Carolina is NOT because they stopped there but because they had to pass THROUGH it.
This is a well informative video. I will definitely share it with people who want to move back South from the Northern States. It seems to be that we are experiencing the Great Migration. The more the cost of living and home buying are becoming even more expensive in the Nothern States. People are choosing to move South for better home buying opportunities. The Carolinas are great places to relax and enjoy life. I personally feel that the southern states have more of a family oriented committed. Each state shares an admiration for one another. In 1712 Nouth Carolina & South Carolina was officially divided. South Carolina is a Vacationer Paradise. Your comments on demographic statistics was on point. Winston comments also refreshing.
BRING UP THE ROADS!! You can actually often tell the difference when you cross the border. North Carolina has far better cared-for roads, which factors into your decision because of wear and tear on your vehicles. However, North Carolina is TERRIBLE at planning for future growth, which translates into a worse transportation infrastructure, which results in ridiculous commute times, especially near larger cities like Charlotte and Raleigh. South Carolina’s slower growth makes that situation better, though constant interstate construction near Greenville negates that a bit. Also, the BEST place to move to by far in both states is Fort Mill, SC. Great commute to Charlotte, AWESOME schools and such a beautiful place. However, you PAY for that privilege, and real estate will NEVER relax in Fort Mill, so finding a place to live can be tricky.
@@LivinginRaleighTV The people,not a bunch(a few)of transplanted Yankees telling us what we are doing wrong. Don't generally cave in to the "woke" crowd,the NBA crap,and all the other political stuff. I have lived several places,SC is as good as any,better than most. We are not a bunch of uneducated, toothless,racists like people try to portray us. And we are not oppressed as all the liberal politicians would suggest,or just flat out lie about. I just prefer SC. Decent weather,several types of environments,beaches,mountains, forests,swamps,etc.
what a cutie pie dog, he probably would appreciate nc better as it is less hot. what do you think about the surrounding areas of greensboro nc. there are homes I have been keeping an eye on, they dont seem to be selling very fast. I had my house assessed by a realtor on what I could ask and get she said if I had wanted to sell at that time it would of been sold in 3 days because there is already a guy interested in my home (the area and amount of land and fact the house has had alot of improvements.
Winston is very cute and he is a big boy now. Greensboro is great. You get more house for your money there compared to Raleigh and Charlotte. We don't work directly in those areas, but we would imagine the market is going strong. Sometimes when a home sits on the market, it is overpriced or in need or repairs. We know a good agent that works that area. Email us if you need help finding a home there.
Could you also do a video on the Charlotte/Mooresville/Lake Norman region ? I really love this area. And if you could mention if this area is a good place to start a small manufacturing business. Thank you !!
Im in Charlotte, used to live in Fort Mill so borderline. We really don’t get any crazy weather and when the hurricane comes it’s not even felt here. 😅
I feel like both states are great honestly I’ll take both of them over anything in Georgia Atlanta is way too crazy and you really get the best of both worlds in either states these are the most affordable places in this country probably 😀
I've lived outside of Atlanta -Chamblee-and liked it very much. At least, they have MARTA to get around if you have a disability. Some places-like Alto-are small and have zilch for disabled persons. Small towns and citi are also backwards when it comes to hiring those with disabled persons, even those with 3 college degrees and education, like my friend w/mild CP.
When I was house hunting along the coasts of North and South Carolina, I was truly surprised that all of the North Carolina areas were overrun with mosquitoes. I stopped looking in North Carolina and concentrated my search in South Carolina. Still can’t find anything affordable.
Well I was born in Asheville North Carolina and lived some of my childhood there but have lived in Simpsonville sc for many years I got say sc because Simpsonville is great
Those numbers are fastest growing, not largest. NC is the 19th fastest growing economy and SC is the 10th fastest. Growth rate of SC is slightly faster at 2.6% compared to NC at 1.6%. NC has a much higher GDP, but SC is growing slightly faster percentage-wise.
Not even close. Doesn't take a math major here, when your gp is low as SC is then inevitably your percentage rate is higher than NC who's GDP is at least twice that of SC.
Each state is growing at roughly the exact same rate in actual dollars, except NC's GDP is $566,000,000,000.00, while SC is less than half that at $248,000,000,000 which = higher percentage on a much lower number, but not more actual growth. +it demands mentioning that this statistic was taken during the HB2 era when growth slowed considerably due to new business temporarily avoiding NC. That is all in the past now, and things have sure changed as all the new job announcements of 2021 have shown. You can bet that NC is not at 1.6% currently.
i live in greenville s.c after charlotte and raleigh there is nothing better. that greenville charleston and Columbia make you laugh with your comment those three cities have everything you can imagine and the annexation laws of South Carolina make the cities of South Carolina look smaller, they are 2 or 3 times bigger
Great video. We have friends near Charlotte, NC. But which state would be best for jobs (I'm an IT guy and my wife is a nurse), and buying property? We own two horses and it would be nice to keep them on our own property.
NC definitely wins for jobs especially in those fields. But you'll find opportunity in both states. Property is typically a little less in SC, but outside of the major cities you can find property in both states for a reasonable price. We also have equestrian communities in the Raleigh area and other areas as well, which are a good option for horses. For example, check out Portofino in Clayton (Raleigh area), we recently sold a home in there.
NC by far.. they have alot of horse farms and attractions revolving around horses..as far as both of ur occupations the pay is much higher in NC..trust me on this one
My wife and I are looking to move to NC and I'm wanting to get my real estate license but I want to be an agent or realtor not a broker but every school I look up talks about broker license not agent or realtor license... Are you able to give me some recommendations of schools to look up that specifically do realtor or do they all do broker?
These 3 names are used interchangeably to mean the same thing. You get your license to become a real estate broker. Once you get the license you are become a RE broker/RE agent. To be a Realtor, you have to join the national association of Realtors after getting your license and you do this by paying money but it’s not a separate license. Hope that helps.
I lived in North and South Carolina. North Carolina is gorgeous and spent the majority of my life there but my preference is South Carolina. It’s just something about that place. The scenery, the beauty, history and stillness. everytime I hear someone say “South Carolina” it tickles my ears. Just fix them potholes!! 😅
Way more richer here Mooresville, Cornelius and Huntersville and way more progressive and faster growing those are all old stats Concord is bigger than Columbia... Say Raleigh is a bigger than Atlanta and faster growing... Hell Cary is bigger than Columbia where that Athena girl is from.... Anyways we actually have mountains, an Outer Banks and the works... Only good thing about SC is no regulation...
@@sterlingpless4335 the cities in SC can't annex property like NC cities can (Thank God). For example, the population of the city of Greenville, SC is roughly 74,000. But the metro area of Greenville is 540,000. Also, the Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson area has a population of about 1.5 million.
Ok the video was great up until you failed to mention in South Carolina (economy) we have the headquarters of a major automotive company here. That being the US headquarters of BMW in Spartanburg County, SC. Loads of jobs in the automotive industry. But one huge pro for North Carolina is Andy Griffith and Mayberry!! Also Randy Travis and Charlie Daniels is from North Carolina. Also former Game show host (Wheel Of Fortune) Viana White is from North Myrtle Beach,SC. And a huge portion of the movie "Forrest Gump" was filmed in the low country of SC. My personal choice is Clemson Football Tigers not Carolina. And love the Carolina Panthers!! I say the video was great it is great except for your not mentioning BMW.
Exactly! SC has a great economy, considering what it has been through and the economy is ever growing. I was able to move from PA where I'd lived for 10 years working in state government - moved to SC in January 2020 and landed a state job making the same amount I was making in PA. Go figure! Especially with me paying half in housing in Columbia, SC than I paid in Harrisburg, PA.
Love that beautiful Aussie, Winston! I had an Aussie/BC mix I named Gem (after the Empath on "TOS") and 5+ BCs. Both incredibly beautiful and smart! Been to Hilton Head, nice but nothing there for Mr. I need a city that has decent public transit and Charlotte would come close to Atlanta's (I hope).
I'm thinking about moving to the Carolinas from Seattle. I'll be scoping out the area later this year. Hoping to find places that sell raw milk and grass fed beef. We're a carnivore family.
I grew up in Charlotte but have lived in SC for the last 23 years. I normally discount anything than any UNC-CH person says (NC State Engineering graduate here), but you made a pretty good effort to be fair, so I'll give you a few reasons that I prefer South Carolina. 1) The cities can't gobble up the suburbs/exurbs without the permission of each individual land owner. If a NC city wants to annex your land, you don't have much to say about it. 2) South Carolina stays out of debt. SC roads are pay as you go, while NC issues bonds for road projects. That helps NC short term, but increases costs of roads long term. NC used to have great roads, but that has declined in recent years. 3) Yankees and liberal whackos have completely taken over the major cities. Taxes in NC cities are way higher in taxes than in SC cities. 4) Traffic is insane in the cities, especially Charlotte and Raleigh/Durham. The only serious traffic problems in SC are around Charleston (building roads over water and marshes is difficult). 5) There are actually good manufacturing jobs in SC that you don't have to have Computer Degrees to get. BMW in Greenville/Spartanburg and Boeing in North Charleston are the best examples. 6) Education in most of SC is not as bad as its ranking. The biggest problem are the rural areas between Florence, Columbia and Charleston, where a high number of poor people live. 7) SC, especially the upstate area is a wonderful shade of dark red (my personal preference). 8) Finally, the University of South Carolina mascot is the Gamecocks. These aren't you basic farm chickens that are raised all over NC (I think NC still has more chickens than people). Gamecocks are outfitted with metal gaffs on the back of their legs just above the feet and are bred to fight. Look closely at the Carolina logo and you can see them. If a gamecock got a hold on that blue horned ram you like so much, those gaffs would slice up that ram in many very tender places on the glorified goat, which would send it running for the Old Well where it would collapse and bleed to death.
The Cities not being able to annex property. Which is a good thing, is the prime reason the cities populations are so drastic. between the SC and NC. For instance, Greenville SC shows a population of 74,207 (2021) whereas the metro population is 540,000 (2021) and the Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson Area population is 1,487,610 (2020)
OMG!!! I sooooo agree with everything you said. I think SC has been misunderstood and discounted for so long. There are so many positive things going on down here - that's why I chose SC over NC. And the people are friendlier. Charlotte is a hot mess --- too many northerners taking over, bringing their BS rules and attitudes to the south. I grew up in DC, when that town was more heavily influenced by the southerners who migrated there between the 1920s and 1950s. I moved to Columbia, SC in 2020 after living in that hellhole Harrisburg, PA for 10 years, and the friendliness is contagious down here. I never subscribed to the attitudes of Pennsylvania folks, and I'm glad I did not. But I work for SC Dept of Ed, and they are doing so much to make our schools here better. Nobody sees the actions behind the scenes of what educators and state administrators are doing in this beautiful state, but soon people will begin to see.
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Why not recombine them into Carolina. It'd be stronger militarily than California, have a smaller land area to defend, and a higher GDP in total. As NC had 1/4th the GDP of Cali years ago without 1/4th the population and not sure what South Carolina's is off the top of my head.
I've lived in Raleigh NC for one year now, moved here from WV. Your channel helped me choose Raleigh as my home. Love your channel!
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Kimberley. Now that you've lived there for a year are you happy with your decision? What are some things you didn't expect and love?
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@Clayton Phillips yes. From the Charleston area. Grew up in Rand, actually. Grew up next door to Randy Moss 🏈 Lol. WV is definitely in my accent lol 😆
I love in Fort Mill SC, just over the border of North Carolina and an easy commute to Charlotte. Get the best of both worlds:)
The traffic though. 😡
Lot of lovin’ there in Fort Mill, eh? 😉
My sister lives there ,too. SHE loves it
Greenville, Anderson, Clemson, and the Upstate of SC is having a lot of growth yet still remains affordable, relatively, for now.
Nice
I just moved from Anderson because it is getting destroyed by people moving. They can have it, I went out to Tennessee in the middle of nowhere like Anderson used to be.
I literally live on the NC/SC line . I'm technically in SC but my neighbor is in NC..I moved from NY in my late 20's..been here 17 years so I know a thing or 2 about both states..I am also a honest person..so here it goes..in SC the state is poorly run..roads are horrible and the traffic in Greenville along the 85 corridor is a living nightmare..it's been under construction for years and it's getting worse..the COL in SC is cheaper but they pay POORLY..the school system is horrendous in SC...SC has alot of rural areas and let me be frank they are very hateful toward those from other states..so to be honest in SC u can throw the " southern hospitality" out the window..if ur single like me be ready for a bumpy ride.. ..the weather in SC is crazy.. tornadoes are often and most homes don't have basements or storm shelters.. allergies are aweful..very hot in the summer..now for NC.. COMPLETELY OPPOSITE...like 2 different worlds..NC may be a tad more expensive but it's well worth it..the people in NC are by far are more kind and have a totally different mindset then SC..there is always something fun to do..the school systems are much better and so is the pay..as well as the roads..the government in NC cares about their ppl..the mountains are beautiful I live surrounded by them...they don't have nearly the bad storms..so if i could do it again..I would not have moved to SC..that's for sure...
Thanks for sharing
thank s
No offense but you're full of it. The only thing you said that is valid is the roads
WOW!!! that is really helpful to hear...thanks for all of that valuable info!!! good breakdown, and it is super cool that you are willing to share pain you've been through so others can not have to deal with some of what you had to experience...very cool man! - when people like you share stuff like that you save other people a great deal of time and effort - This is the type of thing that give me insight so I can make a decent decision...much appreciated, thanks for the insight - peace
@@alexmercer936 nah it’s true
Georgia boy here. Although I’ve never lived in the Carolinas, they are both great places to visit. However, I have a little more preference for North Carolina just because I prefer the mountain scenery of NC over the low country of South Carolina. Sure, South Carolina’s coast is the crown jewel of that state. In fact, I like Myrtle Beach better than a lot of the beaches in Florida. However, parts of western North Carolina are simply jaw-dropping.
Georgia has a few jaw dropping places itself.
NC also has the highest average wage of all douthern states. We have better music too.
Love my state of South Carolina but enjoy the many beautiful & historical places in North Carolina . We are blessed to be adjoining states .
Yes, both Carolinas are blessed to be adjoining states. I know because I’m here in Georgia adjoining you too. We really do have a nice corner of the country, don’t we?
Yes , I so agree with you. South Carolina and North Carolina are both wonderful States !!!
@Sus-tp9jt yes , you are so right and I love Georgia, too. It's a beautiful State , and I have lived there , too. What a treat , the Carolinas and Georgia!!
I’ll take South Carolina because I like places like Columbia, Conway, Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head since I grew up in those areas and just me brings more nostalgia
That makes sense. Love Charleston too
@@LivinginRaleighTV I just moved from NC to SC. SC is more tax friendlier, more affordable to live, have no state auto inspections lol
Good choice, you will love my home state
You grew up in rich Hilton Head?
I lived in nc and sc and prefer sc as well as
I’m from Wilmington. I’ve met so many people moving from New York, Maryland and Virginia this past year. I’m a delivery driver so I talk to alot of people around town. I think as long as they leave their crappy politics at home they’re welcome.
Virginia used to didn't have that strand of politics until fairly recently sadly
But they never leave those crappy politics at home. Never
@@alexmercer936 most of the ones I know like me moved because of them crappy politics we were not born free so we did what we had to do to become free!
Can't wait till North Carolina flips blue.
We’re coming and we’re voting blue.
I live in Raleigh and this city is big and beautiful!
Agree!
Lived in both-Charlotte , Columbia and Charleston. Each has pluses and minuses but I'll take NC by a hair.
Thanks!
NC has much better infrastructure than SC. NC has better maintained roads.
Beyond true
100% true, even when we pave our roads here (SC), it will disintegrate within 2 months lul
NC has the most state maintained roads in the US
Yep
@@hedrick5286 Right behind Texas, but yes 2nd.
Charlston is a really interesting city with great history, but overall… I don’t think it’s that close. North Carolina has a really strong job market. If you’re in the Charlotte area… Banking is huge and if you’re in the triangle area you have tons of tech jobs and medical jobs. It’s growing really fast but they do a reasonably good job keeping up with the infrastructure. I definitely prefer North Carolina over South Carolina. And if you need a tiebreaker… Potholes
Agree. Charleston is amazing, and both states have good and bad, but overall we prefer NC.
If I was to be honest NC doesn’t really have any “Personality ” to any of its cities but in SC all the cities feel like they have huge personalities.
I'll take good old South Carolina any day of the week!
What do you like more about SC?
@@LivinginRaleighTV Nothing against North Carolina in fact I enjoy going to Ashville and Boone and that surrounding area but as many places as I've been around the country there's just no place like home.
Understand! We love going to Charleston
@Sting Ray Oh yeah my great great grandfather came from outside of Dublin if I remember correctly.
@Sting Ray well my family tree is sorta a mixed bag, my great great grandfather and his brother came over through New York my great great grandfather came south and married a full blooded Cherokee native American and my great great uncle stayed and settled in Harlem and married a African American women named Violet who I actually named one of my daughters after my mother's side of the family I don't know as much about but i do know that they were of Scottish descent. But when we have the big family reunions I tell you it's lit we have good time!
Both states are better than my home state of NJ. I would live in either one.
Glad you like
We’re looking to get out of NJ, which is why I’m here. Wish us luck.
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@WheelsAlwaysTurning Unless those red states are Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, or Alaska. Not saying all or even most blue states are better than them in every way but those red states are BAD
My Wife is from NJ. It was nice where she is from, but WAY too expensive.
Fun almost fact there was a big fight between Teenager's on the NC/SC border. The teens from SC threw a stick of dynamite across the border at the teens from NC. The teens from NC picked up the Dynamite Lit the fuse and tossed it back........
Just relocated from Massachusetts to Greenville South Carolina.
@Kane yes it is…I came from a small town with one light in town to living in Greenville where I have to go through 10 lights just to get in 385..
I appreciate that you're a tarheel!! Love my heels. But wish you wouldn't tell everyone our secrets about how good the Carolinas are
Winston is adorable, for me South Carolina hands down. Check out the low country and Ladies Island. 🌊🏝🚤⛵👍
Thank you! Yep, we love Charleston SC
Winston is old and falling apart but has history and prestige
Winston is old and falling apart but has history and prestige
Im right on the border of SC and NC, and the schools + roads are SO much nicer in SC. Once you get over the border, you can tell because the ride becomes so much smoother. The schools are really nice (atleast in Lake Wylie) and wayy better looking than the ones in NC. I would say both are pretty good on hospitality, but in my opinion NC is nicer. Both states are so alike but so different
How much of South Carolina's growth can actually be attributed to the economy of Charlotte in North Carolina?
I bet Myrtle beach gets rowdy when its "SPRING BREAK!"
Fort Mill, SC checking in. I was born in raise in rural SC(in the country) I decided to move to Charlotte. I love Charlotte area. After living in the city I realize that the city is not for me. So I decided to move to Fort Mill. So I have the best of both worlds. I live in a small town country setting. But work and play in Charlotte.... But SC has the best BBQ.
Thanks for sharing
“Am I throwing shade…Yes I am” 😂Gotta love it
Lol
Can’t get enough of these videos!
Thank you!
As someone thinking about moving to the Carolinas, Ty for the entertaining shade throwing. NC seems more my speed.
I moved from PA (originally from DC tho - and my roots are in SC because my mom was born there) My time growing up in DC in the 60s and 70s, DC was heavily influenced by the south because of the migration back then. Another reason I chose SC is because of the southern feel I get from being there. They're much more friendly than NC. Whenever I visited NC, I found too many rude people there - due to their migrations from NJ, NY and other northern states. I found this to be especially in Charlotte. I think when it comes to hospitality and niceness, SC wins.
Can you northern people move back
Hmmm I’m born and raised in NC spent a great amount of time in SC. Charlotte might as well be shared with SC. It feels just as transplanty in Rock hill however Raleigh and Cary take the cake for transplants. But most of NC is rural it feels just as southern as any other state in the south.
DC is the South.
@@hitek9too255 Yes, it definitely is!
Randa, having much the same experience as you. If you want friendly SC is the place to be. Only downsides are the roads and political climate. I really think there is much more political corruption in SC that goes unexposed.
I am originally from western North Carolina, but now living in Ghana Africa, but I must say one of the most beautiful places to me in North Carolina is Chimney rock
how is ghana?
South Carolina has 3 different bbq sauces depending on region. Mustard in Midlands, vinegar in the low country all the up to the Piedmont region and then tomato based in the upstate.
Thanks
My grandfather, from the Low Country, had a sauce that was a blend of mustard and vinegar. Oh my, it was just the best. I wish I had the recipe. I'm most partial to mustard, but I like all barbecue types -- including brisket in Texas. I ain't picky.
I grew up in both Carolinas and can say without a shadow of a doubt South Carolina is far better, but that's just my experience. Both states are great and I'm cool with you saying NC is better. Hopefully that will get more people to move there....because, y'all....WE FULL!
Exactly my thoughts
What do you like more about SC?
Dude, you can't be full! Aside from Delaware and New Mexico, people in every other state calls South Carolina the "pass through" state. That is, unless someone needs firecrackers, the only reason most people claim to have been to South Carolina is NOT because they stopped there but because they had to pass THROUGH it.
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@@MakeWay4CJ idk about that lol
Born and raised in Raleigh, NC. As someone who is living in SC, I have to say NC is waayyyyy better! When I leave SC, I will never look back.
Glad you like
Lived in Raleigh crab tree valley area and near Winston Salem and Charlotte but moved to Rock Hill it's home now love the Carolina's
Both are great states
Raleigh is probably the best city in the Country
Your videos are great! We are looking to relocate to NC, and you help us a ton! Thanks:)
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Easy choice: CHARLESTON SC
Amazing place!
Winston is adorable! Great video! Hahaa, throwing shade.. 😂
Yep! Thank you!
This is a well informative video. I will definitely share it with people who want to move back South from the Northern States. It seems to be that we are experiencing the Great Migration. The more the cost of living and home buying are becoming even more expensive in the Nothern States. People are choosing to move South for better home buying opportunities. The Carolinas are great places to relax and enjoy life. I personally feel that the southern states have more of a family oriented committed. Each state shares an admiration for one another. In 1712 Nouth Carolina & South Carolina was officially divided. South Carolina is a Vacationer Paradise. Your comments on demographic statistics was on point. Winston comments also refreshing.
you cant go wrong with moving to upstate south Carolina (Greenville county and up)
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BRING UP THE ROADS!! You can actually often tell the difference when you cross the border. North Carolina has far better cared-for roads, which factors into your decision because of wear and tear on your vehicles. However, North Carolina is TERRIBLE at planning for future growth, which translates into a worse transportation infrastructure, which results in ridiculous commute times, especially near larger cities like Charlotte and Raleigh. South Carolina’s slower growth makes that situation better, though constant interstate construction near Greenville negates that a bit.
Also, the BEST place to move to by far in both states is Fort Mill, SC. Great commute to Charlotte, AWESOME schools and such a beautiful place. However, you PAY for that privilege, and real estate will NEVER relax in Fort Mill, so finding a place to live can be tricky.
Good points!
You have never lived in the beautiful Low Country of South Carolina!! I would not trade it for most places where I have lived!!
FORT MILL, South Carolina, is not a favorite place, believe me.
South Carolina all day,every day!!!!
What do you like better about SC?
@@LivinginRaleighTV The people,not a bunch(a few)of transplanted Yankees telling us what we are doing wrong. Don't generally cave in to the "woke" crowd,the NBA crap,and all the other political stuff. I have lived several places,SC is as good as any,better than most. We are not a bunch of uneducated, toothless,racists like people try to portray us. And we are not oppressed as all the liberal politicians would suggest,or just flat out lie about. I just prefer SC. Decent weather,several types of environments,beaches,mountains, forests,swamps,etc.
@@petepless6459 THANK YOU PLUS WE GOT GOOD OLE GRITS AND THE BEST DOG EM SWEET TEA
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I agree!!!! 🧡🧡🧡
Winston Nailed it ! Great job to both of you... 😅
Yes he did! Thank you!
what a cutie pie dog, he probably would appreciate nc better as it is less hot. what do you think about the surrounding areas of greensboro nc. there are homes I have been keeping an eye on, they dont seem to be selling very fast. I had my house assessed by a realtor on what I could ask and get she said if I had wanted to sell at that time it would of been sold in 3 days because there is already a guy interested in my home (the area and amount of land and fact the house has had alot of improvements.
Winston is very cute and he is a big boy now. Greensboro is great. You get more house for your money there compared to Raleigh and Charlotte. We don't work directly in those areas, but we would imagine the market is going strong. Sometimes when a home sits on the market, it is overpriced or in need or repairs. We know a good agent that works that area. Email us if you need help finding a home there.
Could you also do a video on the Charlotte/Mooresville/Lake Norman region ? I really love this area. And if you could mention if this area is a good place to start a small manufacturing business. Thank you !!
I love that area also it’s beautiful
im in north sooooo yay
Im in Charlotte, used to live in Fort Mill so borderline. We really don’t get any crazy weather and when the hurricane comes it’s not even felt here. 😅
Super cute! Just moved from Charleston to Raleigh!
Awesome! We love Charleston and Raleigh
Winston is adorable!
Yes he is!!
what is the rent there for a medium looking place, nothing to fancy
I feel like both states are great honestly I’ll take both of them over anything in Georgia Atlanta is way too crazy and you really get the best of both worlds in either states these are the most affordable places in this country probably 😀
I've lived outside of Atlanta -Chamblee-and liked it very much. At least, they have MARTA to get around if you have a disability. Some places-like Alto-are small and have zilch for disabled persons. Small towns and citi are also backwards when it comes to hiring those with disabled persons, even those with 3 college degrees and education, like my friend w/mild CP.
Both states suck
When I was house hunting along the coasts of North and South Carolina, I was truly surprised that all of the North Carolina areas were overrun with mosquitoes. I stopped looking in North Carolina and concentrated my search in South Carolina. Still can’t find anything affordable.
....and you won't.
Well I was born in Asheville North Carolina and lived some of my childhood there but have lived in Simpsonville sc for many years I got say sc because Simpsonville is great
Thanks for sharing
Love living in Lake Wylie ( York County ) South Carolina..
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How is NC ranked 19th and South Carolina ranked 10th in economy? NC has a higher gdp than SC. I don't understand that.
Those numbers are fastest growing, not largest. NC is the 19th fastest growing economy and SC is the 10th fastest. Growth rate of SC is slightly faster at 2.6% compared to NC at 1.6%. NC has a much higher GDP, but SC is growing slightly faster percentage-wise.
@@LivinginRaleighTV I'm surprised SC's GDP isn't as high as NC's. I woulda thought SC would be higher.
Not even close. Doesn't take a math major here, when your gp is low as SC is then inevitably your percentage rate is higher than NC who's GDP is at least twice that of SC.
Each state is growing at roughly the exact same rate in actual dollars, except NC's GDP is $566,000,000,000.00, while SC is less than half that at $248,000,000,000 which = higher percentage on a much lower number, but not more actual growth.
+it demands mentioning that this statistic was taken during the HB2 era when growth slowed considerably due to new business temporarily avoiding NC. That is all in the past now, and things have sure changed as all the new job announcements of 2021 have shown. You can bet that NC is not at 1.6% currently.
@@davidkaseykelly707 that's why I was confused I was like NC along with GA has a larger GDP than SC
I agree with Winston. Plus, he's cute!
Coastal SC has more in common with Florida than NC
I agree 100
Excellet video! Thank you!
i live in greenville s.c after charlotte and raleigh there is nothing better. that greenville charleston and Columbia make you laugh with your comment those three cities have everything you can imagine and the annexation laws of South Carolina make the cities of South Carolina look smaller, they are 2 or 3 times bigger
Thanks for sharing
Great video dude.
Awww Winston is so cute! :D
He sure is!!!
I would literally trust anything and everything Winston's got to state!
He’s a wise man!
Winston is an adorable special guest!
Thank you so much! We'll let him know
I believe he is more of an Ed Mcmahon type, that is "co-host" rather than just a special guest - Let's hope so...he is so cool!!!
Excellent Video! I've watched many. It wld be great if you did other states with the same data. I.E Georgia & Tennessee...
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This quote is one of the many reasons I’m a Clemson fan. Go Tigers!
I just moved from NC to SC lol.
Awesome
Winston ROCKS!!!!!!!!!! Thanks for the info.
Thank you and yes! We love Winston!
Great video. We have friends near Charlotte, NC. But which state would be best for jobs (I'm an IT guy and my wife is a nurse), and buying property? We own two horses and it would be nice to keep them on our own property.
NC definitely wins for jobs especially in those fields. But you'll find opportunity in both states. Property is typically a little less in SC, but outside of the major cities you can find property in both states for a reasonable price. We also have equestrian communities in the Raleigh area and other areas as well, which are a good option for horses. For example, check out Portofino in Clayton (Raleigh area), we recently sold a home in there.
NC by far.. they have alot of horse farms and attractions revolving around horses..as far as both of ur occupations the pay is much higher in NC..trust me on this one
I believe you forgot to mention the SC Industries in comparison...
Great video! I am your fan! Thinking of moving to Raleigh!
Thanks for watching! Hope to have you here!
My wife and I are looking to move to NC and I'm wanting to get my real estate license but I want to be an agent or realtor not a broker but every school I look up talks about broker license not agent or realtor license... Are you able to give me some recommendations of schools to look up that specifically do realtor or do they all do broker?
These 3 names are used interchangeably to mean the same thing. You get your license to become a real estate broker. Once you get the license you are become a RE broker/RE agent. To be a Realtor, you have to join the national association of Realtors after getting your license and you do this by paying money but it’s not a separate license. Hope that helps.
As for schools, there are a lot of options. We like Superior school.
Great job Winston! You're a natural! I also agree with your choice!
Winston says... thank you so much!
I lived in North and South Carolina. North Carolina is gorgeous and spent the majority of my life there but my preference is South Carolina. It’s just something about that place. The scenery, the beauty, history and stillness. everytime I hear someone say “South Carolina” it tickles my ears.
Just fix them potholes!! 😅
States to remind nameless... Shidddd NY gotta be one of them ! They do not gaf 😂
Work in NC and retire in SC. Period.
Myrtle beach is nothing like the other beaches around, Dirty Myrtle is like “K-Mart”on the beach.🤣
Lol… it’s not all like that.
Way more richer here Mooresville, Cornelius and Huntersville and way more progressive and faster growing those are all old stats Concord is bigger than Columbia... Say Raleigh is a bigger than Atlanta and faster growing... Hell Cary is bigger than Columbia where that Athena girl is from.... Anyways we actually have mountains, an Outer Banks and the works... Only good thing about SC is no regulation...
Charlotte probably over a million people
@@sterlingpless4335 the cities in SC can't annex property like NC cities can (Thank God). For example, the population of the city of Greenville, SC is roughly 74,000. But the metro area of Greenville is 540,000. Also, the Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson area has a population of about 1.5 million.
Ok the video was great up until you failed to mention in South Carolina (economy) we have the headquarters of a major automotive company here. That being the US headquarters of BMW in Spartanburg County, SC. Loads of jobs in the automotive industry. But one huge pro for North Carolina is Andy Griffith and Mayberry!! Also Randy Travis and Charlie Daniels is from North Carolina. Also former Game show host (Wheel Of Fortune) Viana White is from North Myrtle Beach,SC. And a huge portion of the movie "Forrest Gump" was filmed in the low country of SC. My personal choice is Clemson Football Tigers not Carolina. And love the Carolina Panthers!! I say the video was great it is great except for your not mentioning BMW.
Thanks for sharing
Exactly! SC has a great economy, considering what it has been through and the economy is ever growing. I was able to move from PA where I'd lived for 10 years working in state government - moved to SC in January 2020 and landed a state job making the same amount I was making in PA. Go figure! Especially with me paying half in housing in Columbia, SC than I paid in Harrisburg, PA.
BMW also will hire transplants. I know what is going on in programming too.
Hi Winston ❤️and thanks for the video 😊
Thank you, Winston appreciates the support!
I've lived-in North Carolina all my life. We have the mountains and coast line
NC is like a big brother to sc
Sure
I said that a year ago so true
Hi, Winston! 🤗
South Carolina is Growing Fast especially with New home Developments and New Job Opportunities!
Absolutely!
Love that beautiful Aussie, Winston! I had an Aussie/BC mix I named Gem (after the Empath on "TOS") and 5+ BCs. Both incredibly beautiful and smart! Been to Hilton Head, nice but nothing there for Mr. I need a city that has decent public transit and Charlotte would come close to Atlanta's (I hope).
Thank you! Winston is a big boy now! We will do another video update with him soon!
Subscribed and bell notifications are on just because Winston said So! He is the cutest. Love all these videos Cheers!
Thank you! Winston is glad!
The University of North Carolina was founded 6 years before The University of South Carolina.. 1795 and 1801
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I'm sure that number plate shade was for Florida, the best drivers on the road.
I'm thinking about moving to the Carolinas from Seattle. I'll be scoping out the area later this year. Hoping to find places that sell raw milk and grass fed beef. We're a carnivore family.
Your pup is adorable 🥰
Thank you!
I hate the speed limit and construction in SC.
I grew up in Charlotte but have lived in SC for the last 23 years. I normally discount anything than any UNC-CH person says (NC State Engineering graduate here), but you made a pretty good effort to be fair, so I'll give you a few reasons that I prefer South Carolina.
1) The cities can't gobble up the suburbs/exurbs without the permission of each individual land owner. If a NC city wants to annex your land, you don't have much to say about it.
2) South Carolina stays out of debt. SC roads are pay as you go, while NC issues bonds for road projects. That helps NC short term, but increases costs of roads long term. NC used to have great roads, but that has declined in recent years.
3) Yankees and liberal whackos have completely taken over the major cities. Taxes in NC cities are way higher in taxes than in SC cities.
4) Traffic is insane in the cities, especially Charlotte and Raleigh/Durham. The only serious traffic problems in SC are around Charleston (building roads over water and marshes is difficult).
5) There are actually good manufacturing jobs in SC that you don't have to have Computer Degrees to get. BMW in Greenville/Spartanburg and Boeing in North Charleston are the best examples.
6) Education in most of SC is not as bad as its ranking. The biggest problem are the rural areas between Florence, Columbia and Charleston, where a high number of poor people live.
7) SC, especially the upstate area is a wonderful shade of dark red (my personal preference).
8) Finally, the University of South Carolina mascot is the Gamecocks. These aren't you basic farm chickens that are raised all over NC (I think NC still has more chickens than people). Gamecocks are outfitted with metal gaffs on the back of their legs just above the feet and are bred to fight. Look closely at the Carolina logo and you can see them. If a gamecock got a hold on that blue horned ram you like so much, those gaffs would slice up that ram in many very tender places on the glorified goat, which would send it running for the Old Well where it would collapse and bleed to death.
The Cities not being able to annex property. Which is a good thing, is the prime reason the cities populations are so drastic. between the SC and NC. For instance, Greenville SC shows a population of 74,207 (2021) whereas the metro population is 540,000 (2021) and the Greenville, Spartanburg, Anderson Area population is 1,487,610 (2020)
OMG!!! I sooooo agree with everything you said. I think SC has been misunderstood and discounted for so long. There are so many positive things going on down here - that's why I chose SC over NC. And the people are friendlier. Charlotte is a hot mess --- too many northerners taking over, bringing their BS rules and attitudes to the south. I grew up in DC, when that town was more heavily influenced by the southerners who migrated there between the 1920s and 1950s. I moved to Columbia, SC in 2020 after living in that hellhole Harrisburg, PA for 10 years, and the friendliness is contagious down here. I never subscribed to the attitudes of Pennsylvania folks, and I'm glad I did not.
But I work for SC Dept of Ed, and they are doing so much to make our schools here better. Nobody sees the actions behind the scenes of what educators and state administrators are doing in this beautiful state, but soon people will begin to see.
Woo hoo I live in North Carolina!
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Congratulations man!
Yes!!!!
North Carolina 🇬🇪 vs South Carolina 🇦🇿
Yep
What largest city in North Carolina and South Carolina?
Charlotte NC and Charleston SC
As always great information. Keep bringing Winston onto your videos. I'd love to see this adorable cutie grow up.
We definitely will. He's huge now!
I'm from NC and live in Coastal SC. About the same. SC is more conservative
USC WAS FOUNDED IN 1801, merely 12 YEARS after UNC. Not 100 years as you stated. For the record
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Thank you for video.🌷🤗
Thank you
Awesome, dogs and kids score with the youtube algo. Great vid.
Thanks!
You are so funny, love you dog so adorable. can you do a video of the mountains in NC to live.
"Am I throwing shade?? Yes I am." 🤣🤣🤣. Aye rep for my home town💯💯💯
Aye
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Give me N.C. any time of the day!!
What do you like more about NC?