What I love and loathe about living in Dallas

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  • @jumpAmonkey
    @jumpAmonkey 2 роки тому +13

    Welcome to Dallas Newbies. #1- If you're not doing 90mph, stay out of the left lane! #2- Traffic is fine compared to NYC, Atlanta, most of Calif, etc. #3-There is no natural beauty, mountains, ocean, etc. which is why it's typically been the nation's #1 test kitchen for restaurant concepts. Not much else to do but the food is better and cheaper than Vegas. #4- The city is virtually recession proof even during the worst downturns because every industry is here. #5-Float around the DFW area for a few years to find your groove. Each area is very different. Birds of a feather flock to specific zip codes. #6-The property tax (if you own property) is in lieu of not have state income tax. #7- DFW Airport - that's a toll road cutting through the airport, not an airport tax. #8-Find the live music. You'll meet cool people in those places. Class dismissed for today.

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      These are really good points! Thanks for sharing!

    • @royburns6490
      @royburns6490 Рік тому

      I’d love to show you a spot on lake texoma you might really love most people do plus it’s not far from ol red and Blake Shelton house and the new Reba’s place. Here in Durant let me know

    • @royburns6490
      @royburns6490 Рік тому

      Oh and Choctaw cultural center I can get you a personal tour from my family so you can see native cultures

    • @stormchaser419
      @stormchaser419 Рік тому

      As somebody who lived in Dallas for 10 years from 2008 to 2018, all of this is true. As a joke, when is the Dallas North Tollway going to be expanded to Oklahoma and when is Prosper North as I call it being developed to facilitate this? Inside joke of course. LOL

    • @stormchaser419
      @stormchaser419 Рік тому

      As somebody who lived in Dallas for 10 years from 2008 to 2018, all of this is true. As a joke, when is the Dallas North Tollway going to be expanded to Oklahoma and when is Prosper North as I call it being developed to facilitate this? Inside joke of course. LOL

  • @dannyyjacksonn
    @dannyyjacksonn 3 роки тому +29

    I just moved here from Los Angeles this year in February and I approve this message especially the drivers part 😭

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +4

      Haha yes! They drive without a singe care in the world smh

    • @jamesjones-bd8lf
      @jamesjones-bd8lf 2 роки тому

      @@julianasekai try living in Houston And you will Truly see bad drivers.

  • @jimiola2781
    @jimiola2781 2 роки тому +8

    Hahaha!!! I’ve never watched a more accurate breakdown of Dallas than in this video. I moved from NYC last year and I absolutely love it, but I’m always so upset when I have to pick anyone up from the airport and it got so hot one day I literally could not get into my car. Also hated that housing prices went up so rapidly and I didn’t like what I heard about the the property taxes when I started looking for a house..simply ridiculous. All in all it’s still a great place to live and I like that I can mostly mitigate the negatives. Great video still. 👌🏽

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      There are a lot cons, but the pros outweigh the cons for sure! Thanks for watching💕

  • @Bre_Inspired_
    @Bre_Inspired_ 2 роки тому +2

    I’ve lived in Charlotte for 3 years and am looking at moving to Dallas soon for the same reason. Thanks for the info & love your channel! You are hilarious

  • @sehiyasun7619
    @sehiyasun7619 2 роки тому +5

    I'm from NYC where the speed limit is 25. Believe me, Dallas was a breath of fresh air!

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Oh yeah I agree lol

    • @heyitsanthony6366
      @heyitsanthony6366 2 роки тому

      Long time NYC here considering a move to Dallas! Im planning to bring my business as a residential painter to service ft worth and dallas. Do you rec a good area to look?

  • @ninhtran1301
    @ninhtran1301 3 роки тому +14

    Lmao “drive like they have nine lives” that’s hilarious 😂😂

  • @teejay7149
    @teejay7149 2 роки тому +4

    Dallas has some live entertainment districts. The pandemic made Dallas a little boring. But lately since the weather has been nice I have been impressed how lively Dallas is now. I’ve been enjoying myself.

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Yes you are right about that! I’ve been finding some cool events lately.

    • @Aggie4life77
      @Aggie4life77 2 роки тому +3

      Very good point! I always tell people Dallas is more for the 30 and up crowd, but 20 somethings can have fun too. I’m from NC and spent most of my 20’s in Atlanta. By the time I moved to Dallas, it was perfect for me!

  • @BrandedRegine
    @BrandedRegine 2 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for this! I’m looking to move here from Chicago sometime next year!
    No one drives worse than Arizona drivers 😂 literally accidents every 30 minutes.

  • @wenkaiyang1487
    @wenkaiyang1487 2 роки тому +4

    I have been living in both cities, houston and dallas. I highly prefer Houston over dallas. Houston has so much great food to offer and I can enjoy it anywhere in Houston. In dallas, really I actually live in plano so everywhere fun I want to go, parks. museums, great restaurants... I have to go to Downtown area vs in houston I could enjoy most in local areas. so if you live in frisco, you have drive an hour for some amusements. It does not take that long to reach Houston downtown, dallas is just not as good as I thought and provides very little space for average people to live in. If you don't wanna be mugged, you have to be rich vs in houston, you can be an average person to live safe.

    • @ugotserved911
      @ugotserved911 2 роки тому +1

      Where are the safe places in Houston where an average person can live? Name ur top 5

  • @simonseymour3099
    @simonseymour3099 16 днів тому

    I enjoyed this video learned a lot many thanks I live Berkshire England

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  16 днів тому

      Thank you! I’m so glad you found it useful. Berkshire seems like a lovely place-hope all’s well there!

  • @pitchmekrazywithangelab1623
    @pitchmekrazywithangelab1623 3 роки тому +6

    Oh man I feel so discouraged now lol... Welp thank you for your honesty.

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +1

      Oh boo don’t be discouraged. Just weigh out your pros and cons and what’s important for you!

  • @CarltonM2009
    @CarltonM2009 2 роки тому +2

    Living in Charlotte now…contemplating a Dallas , them apartment prices in the downtown/uptown area making me appreciate Charlotte more lol

    • @CarltonM2009
      @CarltonM2009 2 роки тому

      @Lets Gab I love Charlotte..It’s a nice growing city…I’m relocating for personal reasons…get back closer to family etc

  • @rockylawing7963
    @rockylawing7963 2 роки тому +2

    I'm a Queen city native and it's really starting too basically just suck here, the housing market is getting ridiculous. my wife and I have been talking about moving to Dallas. Ive moved a few different states, but she hasn't been nowhere, but Nc I got 4 cities I'm thinking about and it's looking more and more liking Dallas.

  • @kingfred7183
    @kingfred7183 2 роки тому +1

    Love this video as it very relatable. I too live in Charlotte and got offer a job in Dallas love the content.

  • @mochafudgetruffle
    @mochafudgetruffle 2 роки тому +4

    Too many fake people who believe they are special because of stupid things like "my parents went to UT".

  • @davidrussell4010
    @davidrussell4010 2 роки тому +2

    Not need for speed 2 underground lol. It ain't boring at all i just moved here 3 weeks ago. It's what you make it like any place

  • @something1529
    @something1529 2 роки тому +2

    I visited for three days and I just remember it was a hot and crowded city, kind of gave me a claustrophobic feeling.

  • @tommason3372
    @tommason3372 2 роки тому +2

    I must say. I needed that laugh. Your absolutely hilarious! Stay prosperous.

  • @styledbylydiacassia
    @styledbylydiacassia 3 роки тому +4

    Thanks for this I visited Dallas twice in passing for some style stuff with J. bolin and was like this may be a nice place to live but yea I see a lot of ppl are moving here just like Atlanta so I know for sure them prices is up.

  • @Jimmy_Bee
    @Jimmy_Bee Рік тому

    I mean NYC it’s $5000 for a studio with shared laundry, that same gets you a penthouse in Dallas with a pool, gym, doorman etc, so it’s ain’t so bad, and still a 3 hour flight to Manhattan.

  • @kingb7038
    @kingb7038 3 роки тому +10

    Dallas pricing is getting higher because alot of people are moving there its simple supply and demand

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +2

      That is what I mentioned

    • @kingb7038
      @kingb7038 3 роки тому

      @@julianasekai yeah I know.
      Its crazy how many people are moving to Dallas and even tho the cost of living is rising its still low compared to other cities and I Love Dallas and the only other cities I could live in would be Miami or Los Angeles

    • @jaybae7315
      @jaybae7315 3 роки тому +1

      It’s definitely demand and then supply

  • @elbertmoreno2159
    @elbertmoreno2159 3 роки тому +5

    Fact Checked: City folks ain't better then us rural ranch folks 🤠

  • @starbery911
    @starbery911 3 роки тому +7

    Honestly being from new England Dallas look mad affordable

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому

      Compared to new England, Dallas is dirt cheap. LOL

    • @DFDubsports
      @DFDubsports 3 роки тому

      Moving from Seattle area. I am feeling the same way. Bring it on Texas!

  • @j.r.6094
    @j.r.6094 3 роки тому +2

    Im glad you said that about being Boring. I dont think Dallas is boring ive hung out in other major cities and its all pretty much the same. If you come there and just stay in the house youll be bored lol Another thing is people move to DFW and not really Dallas. I knew someone who moved to Little Elm and said well Dallas is boring but NEVER went actually to Dallas smh. You have to find things to attend and I promise youll stay busy. Yes you do have cities that are more tourist side so theyll have a bigger party scene but other than that I dont think its no different than any other major city its size

  • @alightnthedarkness
    @alightnthedarkness 2 роки тому +2

    I was in Dallas a few months ago. Yes the drivers are literal nut cases. Lol. I was in an Uber this lady was driving so crazy. My friend and I were side eyeing each other the whole time 😂😂😂😂

  • @JoerdenTodd_
    @JoerdenTodd_ 3 роки тому +4

    Where do you go for good Seafood? I’m thinking about moving to Dallas this year. You should definitely do a video about good restaurants in Dallas

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +5

      That’s a good idea. So far my faves are the Oceanaire, the boiling crab, and Pappadeaux so there are some decent ones. Houston has the best seafood tho lol

    • @dfjr1990
      @dfjr1990 3 роки тому +3

      Houston

    • @marcusmorgan6748
      @marcusmorgan6748 2 роки тому +1

      @@julianasekai please try Aunt Irene's seafood black boxes... You'll get your fix. People that visit from Houston LOVE it!!

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      I will give it a try! Thanks

  • @SwaggSkillz1992
    @SwaggSkillz1992 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the laugh! I love the insight you gave on Dallas, Tx! 😁 I’ve been there before back in September of 2017 and I dug tha vibe! Anyways Stay Fabulous/Blessed Juliana! Your personality is everything!! 😇 Peace & Light ✨

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you so much David! Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @vineeta2242
    @vineeta2242 2 роки тому +1

    how is the public transportation?

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Almost non-existent. There are buses and a light rail is specific areas.

  • @godness7770
    @godness7770 2 роки тому

    Thanks for sharing!! I'm so happy to see that you are from the Charlotte area. I live in NC and I want to relocate to the Dallas area but, don't know where to start. Should I go there and rent first or look for a job first? Any suggestions? Thank You!

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Every time I moved to a new city or state I made sure I had a job lined up or a substantial amount of income coming in.
      What helped me find a job when I moved to Dallas was putting the city I planned on moving to on my resume when I applied to jobs and on my Linkedin and Monster profiles, while disclosing I was relocating there. Recruiters would contact me with job opportunities.
      Also, since remote roles are more common now. You can look for a remote role (if it works for the industry you are in) that way you work anywhere.

  • @marcusfuller6657
    @marcusfuller6657 2 роки тому +1

    Wow I never knew it snowed in Dallas

  • @jennifers513
    @jennifers513 2 роки тому

    What is that restaurant with the tree?? 😍 so gorgeous. Thank you for this video, helped a lot! Im moving to Dallas in a month!

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +2

      It’s called XOXO Dining room

    • @jennifers513
      @jennifers513 2 роки тому

      @@julianasekai you are a GEM! Thank you ❤️

  • @stormchaser419
    @stormchaser419 2 роки тому +1

    Property taxes wipe out any state income tax benefit. That and tolls even if you get a TollTag.

  • @gif24gt60
    @gif24gt60 2 роки тому +4

    Is Dallas full of phony people, like american express phony? Had enough of that in Atlanta.

  • @marquitabraids
    @marquitabraids 3 роки тому +3

    Right tolls at dfw airport smh, and you better make sure you’re at the right gate, it’s huge.

  • @THECOHORTONE
    @THECOHORTONE 3 роки тому +1

    You a og for that need for speed underground 2 reference lol

  • @susan3828
    @susan3828 3 роки тому

    Hilarious the pan ins
    :D

  • @JimmyHope
    @JimmyHope 3 роки тому

    thank you for sharing this video!

  • @HaiiPeeps
    @HaiiPeeps 3 роки тому +1

    Can you compare Dallas vs. Houston? I’m a 21 year old that’s honestly tryna get lit but also be in a clean, safe city 😭

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +4

      🤣 Houston is definitely the LIT city compared to Dallas.

    • @me3211
      @me3211 2 роки тому +1

      Houston is more culturally blended and has a better social scene to me

    • @Trinidancr
      @Trinidancr 2 роки тому

      Houston has a younger vibe with the HBCU. Dallas social/nightlife is heavily geared toward 30+ grown professionals. It's a more conservative social scene

  • @klcxklg6562
    @klcxklg6562 3 роки тому

    Awesome video! Really enjoyed and great content 🔥🙏🏽 - KLC X KLG

  • @jasonsmith1288
    @jasonsmith1288 2 роки тому +3

    in my personal opinion Dallas is just a great sports town. There ain't really nothing you can do there that you can't do in any other city

    • @Aggie4life77
      @Aggie4life77 2 роки тому +2

      I think your comment is a little backwards when it comes to Dallas. Most people who haven’t been here assume there is nothing to do here and go to Houston or Austin instead when in actuality, it surprises most and is a great place to live especially for the 30 and up crowd! If you don’t believe me, look at where people move to after they’ve had fun in Miami and Atlanta for 5 years or so.

    • @jasonsmith1288
      @jasonsmith1288 2 роки тому

      @@Aggie4life77 I didn’t say Dallas was overrated but Miami is definitely overrated. Atlanta has a lot of fake people too

  • @tniaaa.p
    @tniaaa.p 2 роки тому +3

    Yes!!! I’m thinking about moving from Greensboro. Everyone from my High school moved to Charlotte so that was definitely out. I love Charlotte but.. I don’t want to be like everyone else. I’ve been thinking about Texas for a while and I’ve heard Dallas is more Suburban. Houston is more like Charlotte. A thriving city. I’m definitely a city girl! Thank you so much for the insight 😊 amazing video!

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +2

      Yes! It’s so great to try a new city with completely new people. It forces you to get out your comfort zone and grow as a person. I would say Dallas is more like Charlotte but bigger & a little more variety (that’s why I was so attracted to the city) Houston is more like Atlanta with more diversity.

    • @Kesh_42
      @Kesh_42 9 місяців тому +1

      ​@@julianasekaiI said the same thing Dallas is more so like Charlotte but way bigger...& Houston is more so like Atlanta I've made my mind up I have chose Dallas for the win ..I will be moving this this year from Virginia I can't wait super excited about this new beginning wishing you prosperity and abundance on your journey 🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

  • @ChefBori
    @ChefBori 2 роки тому

    I’m living in Greenville sc right now and really thinking bout moving to Dallas in a few months lol

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      Good ol South Carolina. Have you visited Dallas yet?

    • @Iam-ss5tu
      @Iam-ss5tu 2 роки тому

      You aint going no where

  • @SuperLoLHERO
    @SuperLoLHERO 3 роки тому +5

    I moved here in 2020 from Seattle and I find the people to be pretentious here. I also miss the mountains of WA lol. And I find it boring too.

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +3

      I love Seattle! Plus, the beautiful daily views of the mountains. There is no beating that. Yeah, it can be boring at times. However, I hope starts to get fun for you soon.

    • @SuperLoLHERO
      @SuperLoLHERO 3 роки тому +1

      @@julianasekai yeaaa lol bar hopping and eating, although good food, is getting played out for me. Maybe I should buy a boat for lake season next year 😅. But ofc, someone else will come and pull up in a Yacht

  • @937keithe7
    @937keithe7 2 роки тому

    Dallas don’t know cold until they come to Cincinnati Ohio ! Where by the end of September it’s but 40degrees and by January it’s in the negatives till may

  • @MR.KNGRICO
    @MR.KNGRICO 2 роки тому +1

    Its the toll at DFW for me 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @truckerkev7067
    @truckerkev7067 2 роки тому +1

    Im from EASTERN NC I HATE NORTH CAROLINA AMD LOVEEEEE DALLLAS WILL BE MOVING THERE THIS YEAR

    • @jasonsmith1288
      @jasonsmith1288 2 роки тому +2

      TRUCKER KEV what's so bad about eastern north Carolina

    • @AntonVitullo
      @AntonVitullo 2 роки тому

      @@jasonsmith1288 it’s slow

  • @mcnits
    @mcnits 3 роки тому

    The pro it is the best place to be and that is where America is moving to LOL. All joke aside, I agree with the restaurants, Dallas has a variety of restaurants. A lot of upscale restaurants, just as not so upscale. For the cost of living, it is obvious, being the metro area that receive the most people.....

  • @beauty4717
    @beauty4717 2 роки тому

    We have to pay toll in NY to get to the airport as well.

  • @UnderRatedBeauty88
    @UnderRatedBeauty88 3 роки тому

    Do you think the dating market in Dallas is better or have more variety than Charlotte ?

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +2

      The population of Dallas is much larger than Charlotte so definitely more options. As far as variety, It's almost the same.

    • @UnderRatedBeauty88
      @UnderRatedBeauty88 3 роки тому +2

      @@julianasekai So it seems like the quality of men in Dallas is no different from the men in Charlotte.

  • @toofar2real
    @toofar2real 2 роки тому

    I was in Dallas last week, I didn't pay any tolls going into DFW

  • @consciousawakening4799
    @consciousawakening4799 2 роки тому +1

    Would you recommend this city for a single black male professional in higher ed?

  • @Blk_pantherfit
    @Blk_pantherfit 2 роки тому +4

    We’re do all black sophisticated people hang out

  • @lifeofdeez7201
    @lifeofdeez7201 3 роки тому

    You right . I live here and I drive minimum 90 but I’m a great driver

  • @simplyincorrigible7708
    @simplyincorrigible7708 3 роки тому +1

    Dfw been like that for decades. You ain't getting in or out that place for free. If you try to use it to cut thru the also charge extra for that.

  • @Laniyafa
    @Laniyafa 2 роки тому +1

    Can you speak about why you left Houston?

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому +1

      Yes! I was born and raised in Houston (at one point Houston was all I knew) then I moved to the east coast for a while ( which exposed me to different things cities can offer) I then moved back to Houston to be closer to my family but I no longer felt connected to the city as I once did. I visited Dallas a few times and instantly felt connected their.

  • @dfjr1990
    @dfjr1990 3 роки тому

    So are you still staying in Dallas, do you plan on leaving?

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +1

      I will stay for a few more years. However, if an opportunity outside of Dallas presents its self I will be out in a heartbeat!

    • @dfjr1990
      @dfjr1990 3 роки тому +1

      @@julianasekai Lol is it the social scene? Bc i feel we are behind Houston in that regard. If not what are u looking for in a city

  • @susan3828
    @susan3828 3 роки тому +2

    You're a gem!

  • @VictorJonesJr
    @VictorJonesJr 2 роки тому +1

    There’s traffic because you’re driving. Drivers are traffic 😂

  • @LonerBecause
    @LonerBecause 2 роки тому

    They drive very terrible down here... I agree!

  • @AshTheDuke
    @AshTheDuke 2 роки тому

    i hate the drivers in dallas they dont show courtesy no discipline and red traffic lights make us wait longer

  • @MarkisCouch_1WhatJustHappened
    @MarkisCouch_1WhatJustHappened 3 роки тому

    Great video! Thanks. Columbus, Ohio ❤ 😂😂

  • @chrisdeming9287
    @chrisdeming9287 3 роки тому +1

    Doubtful that the drivers are as bad as Miami drivers. They’ve got some of the angriest drivers I’ve ever dealt with. Smh

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому

      Oh yeah I am sure Miami is on another level.

    • @marcusjefferson2096
      @marcusjefferson2096 2 роки тому

      I’m from Miami but I live in Dallas they drivers are definitely worse than any city in Florida

    • @chrisdeming9287
      @chrisdeming9287 2 роки тому

      @@marcusjefferson2096 Just about everyone I’ve talked to says Miami has worse drivers by far. And based on my experiences, I’m inclined to agree with them.

  • @Therealhershey
    @Therealhershey 3 роки тому +5

    Lol u think Dallas is expensive lol come live in Los Angeles baby … I’m trynna get out

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  3 роки тому +3

      OHHH NO i'm not complaining. LA is on another level!

  • @brittoncoil2518
    @brittoncoil2518 Рік тому

    It sucks here. It’s insanely boring in Dallas

  • @ijlalahmadahmad5636
    @ijlalahmadahmad5636 2 роки тому

    Nice Place

  • @Originaltuber
    @Originaltuber 2 роки тому

    That’s probably why they don’t tax you for state because of all the loopholes lol

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      Yup! Sounds pretty accurately to me.

  • @popcultureuniversity9476
    @popcultureuniversity9476 3 роки тому

    oh the big D.

  • @kingoftsedeq1392
    @kingoftsedeq1392 2 роки тому

    I swear they always come back to Charlitte. Especially people from NJ. You'll be back Charlitte is hot now😜

    • @julianasekai
      @julianasekai  2 роки тому

      Yes, I heard Charlotte looks like a completely different city now.

    • @mayah5396
      @mayah5396 2 роки тому

      I’d choose Charlotte over Dallas!

  • @ReginaldJamalPettway3
    @ReginaldJamalPettway3 2 роки тому

    Your beautiful

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    @SS-qo3nt Рік тому

    😂

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    @Relaxation-Clips 2 роки тому

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