Moving to Florida? Guide for New Residents 🌴 DMV, Car Registration, Retiring, Pets, SunPass

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @MelanieLovesTampaBay
    @MelanieLovesTampaBay  5 років тому +11

    Fellow Floridians - feel free to share your own tips or helpful hints to anyone moving here!

    • @lynnyoung8443
      @lynnyoung8443 5 років тому

      fl sounds good but this woud be to much for me to do on my own its to bad

    • @theweatherboy2202
      @theweatherboy2202 4 роки тому

      I love to live in Miami

    • @MOBU76
      @MOBU76 4 роки тому

      Hi Melanie, i am planing to move from NY to FL in September 1. I am a realtor here in NY. If i get RE license in FL and sign with the broker to work as a real estate agent (in Sarasota in my case) , will this be considered as a "having job" when applying for an apartment rental?

  • @peterpowers4851
    @peterpowers4851 2 роки тому +4

    If anyone is wondering, I just registered my 2 cars in Florida (April 2022) from out of state and the cost to register was 3 dollars short of a grand! If finances are tight make sure you budget for this.

    • @m.s.r.1795
      @m.s.r.1795 8 місяців тому +2

      This is true. It was $540 for one vehicle for only a license plate, title and two year registration.

  • @asherhouseman6838
    @asherhouseman6838 3 роки тому +2

    When I drove down to Florida from Minnesota to meet my realtor, she didn't mention anything about the toll ways. That was quite a surprise when I rolled up on the first one. I stopped my car dead in its tracks between the two options (Cash, Eplate) trying to figure out which one I should take. I wish all realtors, like yourself, told their clients about those tollways.

  • @phillipwayneblanchard
    @phillipwayneblanchard 5 років тому +2

    if i bought a house in Florida,I would surely use this Lady! She is very knowledgeable and easy on da eyes!

  • @apdaniel3735
    @apdaniel3735 5 років тому +29

    Perfect timing I'm moving in two days👍🏾🎈

    • @MelanieLovesTampaBay
      @MelanieLovesTampaBay  5 років тому +2

      Good luck!!

    • @MOBU76
      @MOBU76 4 роки тому +1

      how do you like it so far and where exactly did you move to?

    • @apdaniel3735
      @apdaniel3735 4 роки тому

      MOBU Hey, I moved to Miami last year and just moved to Miami Beach last month. I love it. Miami is the perfect city for me, it’s full of flavor, diversity and culture. Also, theres so many different neighborhoods with a variety of feels, so I’m sure you’ll find a community for you if you choose Miami. Fort Lauderdale is nice as well.

    • @Sara-vl3ql
      @Sara-vl3ql 4 роки тому +1

      yessss

    • @miguelquazar883
      @miguelquazar883 3 роки тому

      May God bless you. You are going to need a blessing...

  • @cindyl542
    @cindyl542 3 роки тому +2

    There is another pass called uni pass that covers 18 states we love the convenience of that.

  • @zenmariac7956
    @zenmariac7956 3 роки тому +3

    This was the only helpful video I’ve found on paperwork/legal resident requirements for moving to Florida! I was able to create a basic plan when I would otherwise just be winging it and definitely would have missed a few things. Thank you so much for making this.

  • @jamesrussell3272
    @jamesrussell3272 3 роки тому +2

    Very concise & pretty useful load of info for the newcomers👍👍👍🇺🇸🌟

  • @josryder7841
    @josryder7841 5 років тому +12

    Super helpful to know what to expect as we prepare to move! These tips are being added to my relocation to do list. Thank you

  • @kevinginsberg4869
    @kevinginsberg4869 4 роки тому +2

    Moving to Wesley Chapel from Ohio on Sept. 3rd., can't wait.

  • @TheChoochooboy99
    @TheChoochooboy99 5 років тому +8

    They charge registration fees based on weight as well. The lighter your vehicle the less expensive it is.

  • @Chaplain56
    @Chaplain56 4 роки тому +1

    Hi Melanie, i bumped into your videos one day and cant thank you enough for all the amazing information you share on your channel. My wife and I are retiring in the next few months and I wish we would had bumped into you before we got our realtor. We are buying a new home in Odessa. I have now subscribed to your Chanel and will watch all your videos. Thank you

  • @makeupunlimited
    @makeupunlimited 5 років тому +4

    registering the car is costly too. 485 and this was about 5yrs ago.

  • @moetarawally-maldonado1768
    @moetarawally-maldonado1768 5 років тому +6

    I’m planning on moving to Florida when finished with college in the state of Maryland

  • @nickclemente9493
    @nickclemente9493 5 років тому +4

    Perfect timing. We start driving Saturday.

  • @davidbarthel9976
    @davidbarthel9976 5 років тому +2

    My understanding of moving there has been that the minute you start working there is when you have to get a drivers license, as well as vehicle registration and tile. If you don't work but are just there 4 or 5 months a year you don't have to do that.

  • @scsmith4604
    @scsmith4604 3 роки тому +2

    A friend of mine kept a home in FL and a home in CT and spent about the same amount of time in each working in an environment where he can work from home and did so in both locations for a company from CA. CT told him that despite him having spent the appropriate number of days in Florida, changing his address on all bank accounts, getting a DL, changing voter location, and registering cars and personal watercraft in FL they did not care. It went to court and the judge ruled for my friend all because his dog and wife spend more time in Florida than he does. The judge in CT said that because the dog is in FL then that is where his real home is.

  • @joeys9299
    @joeys9299 5 років тому +13

    Excellent information Melanie!! My partner and I are looking forward to our move to the Tampa area in Spring 2020 and we plan on reaching out to use you as our realtor. 👍🏻🌴☀️

  • @gerryyoung2456
    @gerryyoung2456 4 роки тому +1

    Thinking of moving back to Florida I lived in tampa 4 years ago and could possibly be coming back. I lived in Hillsborough County at that time by the University, so I will apply for some handyman jobs and give it a shot.

  • @ericperich1240
    @ericperich1240 5 років тому +4

    This is a Very Helpful Informative Video! Answers a lot of Questions. Thank you so much Melanie! Enjoy your Weekend.

  • @chimera1767
    @chimera1767 4 роки тому +1

    I'm moving down there in two years so this is really helpful!

  • @3isaiah61
    @3isaiah61 3 роки тому +2

    THANK YOU SOOO MUCH!!!! THIS HELPED ME SOOO MUCH!!

  • @ericakoenegstein5693
    @ericakoenegstein5693 2 роки тому +1

    How do you do a proof of resident form for Florida if working on getting established?

  • @H2OTOYS-90
    @H2OTOYS-90 3 роки тому +1

    I-PASS works now too.

  • @TheChoochooboy99
    @TheChoochooboy99 5 років тому +3

    My wife is a teacher with highly qualified credentials. She received ten offers from ten different school districts without one formal interview. She had a job lined up six months before we moved. I had a job in the logistics field a week after I got here. Jobs are not hard to find if you are willing to work your way up.

  • @VicToR_Rider
    @VicToR_Rider 4 роки тому

    I've watched a lot of videos about moving to Florida and yours is the best and most informative. Thank you.

  • @GlassicGamer
    @GlassicGamer 5 років тому +2

    I am planning on moving to around New Port Richey to Tarpon Springs area and have been searching for homes which I will be buying for with cash, around September.. I will be in between jobs during this move but am hoping to land a Medical IT position as I have 10+ years of experience.

  • @waltersamuel2077
    @waltersamuel2077 Рік тому +1

    Can I use my New York license to register a car in Florida with a Florida car insurance? Thanks.

  • @oldmanghost5113
    @oldmanghost5113 3 роки тому +3

    Thanks for the info on Homestead. My kids just bought a house in Riverview. We were renting in the Carrollwood/Citrus park area since 2016. (2 Different houses) Tip - If you are going to rent make sure you take video with proof of date of any problems with the property. The last place we rented sent us a $5,000 plus bill for damages that were already present before move in. One such item was the water filtration system. All of this was noted on the form the agent filled out but then did not give us a copy. Fortunately we did take video and are now waiting for a response from the company that owns the property. This is the second time we have had this problem.

  • @GregLionProductions
    @GregLionProductions 2 роки тому +1

    I am super super nervous. I have an incredible opportunity to live and help take care of family property in Florida. It's country...but it's not too too far from towns and cities to work. I have experience in a trade, I should be able to find work. I'm just so scared. I've been here in NY my entire life, I don't know anywhere else. I guess change is always scary

  • @harryp1665
    @harryp1665 5 років тому +3

    Thank you, this might have been the most helpful video I have seen.

  • @Latvian13
    @Latvian13 5 років тому +1

    Thank you Melanie! Very helpful info! Moving to Sarasota area next year. 🌞🌺🌴

  • @timclark6379
    @timclark6379 2 роки тому

    Very much appreciated and helpful Melanie!

  • @valeriasevilla-mercado2568
    @valeriasevilla-mercado2568 2 роки тому +1

    Can I get the Sunpass even if my car is still registered in CA?

  • @MsTiffanycb
    @MsTiffanycb 5 років тому +5

    Moving summer 2020!

  • @michelleburney5464
    @michelleburney5464 3 роки тому

    Iam moving from Sacramento ca to Jacksonville fl this feb

  • @paulpeace6455
    @paulpeace6455 3 роки тому

    Very helpful video..
    Looking for house between Orlando and Tampa....

  • @domitilatorres337
    @domitilatorres337 4 роки тому +1

    Can you do south Carolina

  • @janaejones8709
    @janaejones8709 4 роки тому

    My husband decided to go ahead of me and our children to look for a job the beginning of March and was also waiting for the National Guard to transfer his unit from NY to West Palm. The Coronavirus Virus hits & his transfer goes through when he had to report back to NY to drill. So now everything seems thrown off. He should’ve started his job that was lined up and found a place for us. He’s been active with the Guard now while the kids and I are stuck at my parents 😩.
    I wanted to get acclimated to the area before the kids would start school. They get out in June here and now it seems like we have to rush since school start in August :/
    My husband is okay and never contracted the virus and his contract ends the end of June. First we were looking to move to Port Saint Lucie and Now we are looking into Ft. Lauderdale.
    Such a stressful time.

  • @MrMusic55123
    @MrMusic55123 3 роки тому +1

    I got my ID but the picture was very bad with no smile, is there a way to retake the picture ?

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Have you discussed this with the place that took the picture????

  • @HypeStadium
    @HypeStadium 5 років тому +4

    what is the average electric and water bill for a standard ranch house in central florida?

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Have you discussed this with the utility companies?

  • @David-ob5or
    @David-ob5or 4 роки тому +1

    I can't find any Florida state laws on pets needing a license. Just states they need up to date shots by a licensed vet.

    • @JGW845
      @JGW845 2 роки тому

      An up to date rabies vaccination is required and "your" county will issue a tag that is required to be worn by your cat or dog. You are also well advised to have your pets inoculated for other viruses and diseases. Heart worm is carried by mosquitoes and both cats and dogs should be treated prophylactically. Fleas are vicious and relentless. They also carry cat tapeworm. If fleas get into your house you are in for misery.

  • @mysticalfairy32
    @mysticalfairy32 3 роки тому

    I’m so glad you made this

  • @jojojo6147
    @jojojo6147 5 років тому +1

    Can you recommend a Realtor in the Bonita Springs/Naples area?

  • @jillmorton3096
    @jillmorton3096 5 років тому +2

    So informative! Thanks for tips😁

  • @MrJordanwain
    @MrJordanwain 5 років тому +1

    I’d love to move to the state of Florida from the UK. It’s almost impossible! Being 25 I don’t have $100k+ to invest and I’m not a doctor. :( looks like it’s just a load more rain for me. I really enjoy watching your videos to see what real life in Florida is like.

    • @MrJordanwain
      @MrJordanwain 5 років тому

      The only way it looks like I could get a visa would be through investing $100k into buying an American company

    • @MrJordanwain
      @MrJordanwain 5 років тому +1

      Noreen N, I meant looks like I have to put up with the rain in the UK for longer.

    • @akimelton
      @akimelton 5 років тому

      Stay in the U.K. you would hate it here honestly

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Can't be that hard to get here, illegals do it every day and are living the life of Riley on the taxpayer dime.

  • @kimmiekoolbeans
    @kimmiekoolbeans 5 років тому

    Cute channel girl! Love it! We live in the keys so I have people ask all this stuff too. Well said.. I’ll send viewers your way..

  • @wildwoodtop
    @wildwoodtop 2 роки тому

    If I move to Florida does the vehicle I'm bringing to Florida required that the inspection is good in the state I'm bringing it from?

  • @MrSeriale123
    @MrSeriale123 4 роки тому

    ....i love this what YOU are doing....Thanks

  • @jessiez8941
    @jessiez8941 3 роки тому

    Hello! I just came across this but what about marriage licenses or certificates? What if you are married another state? Thanks!

  • @MJCLAXDEN
    @MJCLAXDEN 4 роки тому

    Great video, Melanie!

  • @brookexp4710
    @brookexp4710 5 років тому +1

    Do pets have to wear the tags if they're indoor only ? My cats don't leave the house and they literally won't wear a collar.

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Or just move out of the city. County ain't got that level of control over your life.

  • @Happybidr
    @Happybidr 4 роки тому +1

    What is a VIN verification

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому +1

      Look it up.
      Your search engine can give you a detailed explanation.

  • @ryanap
    @ryanap 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the great content.

  • @Maelani_mymelode
    @Maelani_mymelode 3 роки тому

    Thank you! Very informative video

  • @VonSolo5
    @VonSolo5 3 роки тому

    So helpful! Thank you very much.

  • @Johnelyt
    @Johnelyt 5 років тому +1

    I’m in my early 20s living here in Hillsborough county and I’ve sold my car awhile back with the plates it had, the plates were mailed back to me and just bought a new car, can I use the old plates I had on my previous car on my new car?

  • @arod006
    @arod006 4 роки тому

    Wow. Great video.

  • @terryliu3635
    @terryliu3635 5 років тому +1

    This is great! Thanks!

  • @tonyjackson6188
    @tonyjackson6188 5 років тому

    Nice video and info, also became a subscriber as well...👍🤗🤗

  • @easysnipe401
    @easysnipe401 5 років тому +1

    I'm thinking about moving to florida but idk yet is it good place to live or what cities should I look at

    • @Columbus1152
      @Columbus1152 4 роки тому

      That's like saying, "I'm thinking of buying a cake, which one should I buy". We have no frame of reference nor your preferences. Do you like cities? Do you like the beach? Do you like country? Do you like living close to people or more private? East coast or the Gulf? You start with listing what you want and go from there.

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      @@Columbus1152 Nah, that makes too much sense.
      Just pick a place and tell him it is great for his particular situation.
      If he don't like it he can post a complaint in the remarks after he moves there.

  • @davidlopez-ji4ki
    @davidlopez-ji4ki 4 роки тому

    I got my license at 19 but my license saids I have a restriction and I want to know if that will affect in the state of Florida because I might move to miami in 2 or 3 years because that's when I graduate from college state of Texas

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      You could always check with the Florida DMV. Or call the local office in where you want to live.

  • @MrGaryg20047
    @MrGaryg20047 4 роки тому

    Like any other city or town what are the bad parts not to move to?

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому +1

      Check the voter registration lists, that you give you a good idea of where the Democrats hide out.

  • @anthonyburrell1166
    @anthonyburrell1166 3 роки тому

    Very, very informative,

  • @briankeator6128
    @briankeator6128 4 роки тому

    Moving in June. Is all info still accurate to the best?

  • @gregoryforster6780
    @gregoryforster6780 5 років тому

    If a person chases his or her driver's license, do they have to take another driving test?

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      How do you 'chase' a driver's license?

  • @MrJersey84
    @MrJersey84 4 роки тому

    Wow This Videos Just it made look difficult, highly expensive, pain headache.

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому +1

      Try moving to another state.
      They ain't cheap either.

  • @willardwestleyhale7964
    @willardwestleyhale7964 5 років тому

    Melanie is wonderful.

  • @Noahsoak
    @Noahsoak 4 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @thecactushag
    @thecactushag 5 років тому

    This information is so helpful thank you. As I watch this snowed in up north in the New Hampshire mountains plotting my next move. .....No income tax here as well..... but we do not have sales tax. Interesting that you do sales tax by county. Don’t forget to mention no estate tax in Florida to your retirement clients....

  • @stopmotionking49
    @stopmotionking49 Рік тому

    Moveing to florida aword of warnning that could happend if you move down hear if you male and dont drive you could get bug by if off then just leting you khnow if you can just ore oder your foid what you need try not to go out to much and try to go to the store after perk hours okay be safe do take and bs okay

  • @tjtj6540
    @tjtj6540 5 років тому

    What about not being able to control a person makes certain people go crazy, become obsessive in trying to attain that person's attention by any means necessary...

  • @TheFloridaBikeVlogger
    @TheFloridaBikeVlogger 3 роки тому +1

    that $500 transfer of title

  • @acthebee175
    @acthebee175 4 роки тому

    Thank you very much

  • @rexthefrenchie8568
    @rexthefrenchie8568 5 років тому

    i want to buy a vacation house in Miami or somewhere in FL ....LOL...

  • @riliahwright6222
    @riliahwright6222 3 роки тому

    I am person disability move another state service

  • @stopmotionking49
    @stopmotionking49 Рік тому

    plush dont tell any one why if you get ask why you dont drive that your privet infon

  • @renebhnyc2910
    @renebhnyc2910 5 років тому

    Excellent! Oh btw not as much as before “hand talking”.So everyone can concentrate more on your facial expression:)Very pleasant and useful video. Thanks👍

  • @tekimpo
    @tekimpo 11 місяців тому

    😢😮😅

  • @stevem-h5e
    @stevem-h5e Місяць тому

    They don't call it "Flori-duh" for nothing.

  • @mannyfreitas5563
    @mannyfreitas5563 4 роки тому +2

    auto insurance is 3x more expensive here then up in RI. Fl makes sure it makes up that loss revenue another ways. stay away!

    • @jonkrispeterson6678
      @jonkrispeterson6678 3 роки тому

      You do realize that the state doesn’t get money from insurance. The cost is high, because there is greater risk, because of an older population.

    • @mannyfreitas5563
      @mannyfreitas5563 3 роки тому

      @@jonkrispeterson6678 my point is still valid.

    • @jonkrispeterson6678
      @jonkrispeterson6678 3 роки тому

      Florida doesn’t get any revenue from the sale of insurance. The insurance companies do. They can’t make up lost revenue, when the money goes to State Farm or Auto Owners.

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Yep. Rhode Island is a much better land.
      Not.

    • @mannyfreitas5563
      @mannyfreitas5563 2 роки тому

      @@bugwar5545 have you ever been? NOT!

  • @miguelquazar883
    @miguelquazar883 3 роки тому

    The best advice/guide is to turn around and do not move there.

  • @qadirmuhaymin3308
    @qadirmuhaymin3308 3 роки тому +1

    I love how you have a mouth fulla teeth.....sounds kinda weird I know.😁 But Idk if its your lips 💋 or teeth ,but your mouth is beautiful!😘

  • @dacheleputnal2335
    @dacheleputnal2335 5 років тому

    Take this down we are full in Florida if you wanna visit stay in a condo not a home we know you like the beeches and Disney but we are full so stop

  • @tb279677
    @tb279677 Рік тому

    You meant well but didn't do a great job

  • @JeevesReturns
    @JeevesReturns 4 роки тому +1

    Practical tip from someone born here in Florida. Don’t.

    • @bugwar5545
      @bugwar5545 2 роки тому

      Even more practical tip from someone born in Florida. Do.

  • @hstetser5376
    @hstetser5376 5 років тому +1

    Heres the best advice, leave your liberal politics wherever you are coming from. Its still a red state and we would like to keep it that way.

  • @Carlossantos-wg8rs
    @Carlossantos-wg8rs Рік тому

    We knew this