8 Things YOU NEED if You're MOVING To FLORIDA
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- Опубліковано 15 кві 2020
- In this video, I am going to make planning your move to Florida a lot easier by giving you 8 things you need if you're moving to Florida.
These are all things that I figured out along the way when I moved here and some of them, I really wish I would have known before hand.
Some of the things I mention in this video are essential if you are going to be living in Florida, and others are more mindset hacks that will be helpful for you to be mentally prepared to make the move.
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Another great and informative video,. I'm going to be coming down next winter to check out
some areas to move to in the next year or so. These
videos definitely help out and definitely would like to see more like these.
Thank you Rob! Really happy to hear that my videos are helping you and I have many more to come 😊
@@MichaelBordenaro yes, they’re helping me too!! I’m binging on your videos now that I’ve found them
@@ellena858 That's awesome!!
@@ellena858 yeah me too!
I decided the winter of 1989 was going to be my last winter in the northeast. I subscribed to a mail-order Sunday edition of the Miami Herald and began looking for jobs in the want ads. I had to travel to S. FL for four interviews, got a $30K/yr job offer, and was living on the Intracoastal in S. FL w/i six months! Still in FL 30 years later; and now deciding on my FL retirement location.
That is a pretty cool story! Thanks for sharing with everyone here. This also ties in with a video I have coming out soon 😉
Nice story!👍
Its easier too cool off when its really hot than warm up when its really cold...
Totally!!
Saw your video about Saint Augustine, and a week later I found a job and I’m on my way
Oh man, that is awesome! Keep me posted on how you like it over there. I think you will love it✌️
What do you think of the area after living there for a few months? My husband and I are closing on a house in Green Cove Springs tomorrow. It’s just west of St Augustine on the other side of the St John’s River.
Hi Michael...you also need a Florida ID to get homesteaded which saves a lot on property taxes.
Yes that is 100% correct! Thanks for making that comment👍
To be able to call yourself homesteaded, you have to be in FL for at least 180 days? Can you divide the 180 days, so you are living in FL in September, October, November and then leave for December and come back for another 3 to 4 months?
5 month winter vs 5 month summer...summer it is.
Amen!!
I always tell the people I rather have the FLA Summers than the NYC/CT Winters!
@@andrewfraraccio6953 ct winters r a pain in the ass
We were annual visitors to FL for over 18 years, we stayed on the east coast, west coast, inland, but we fell in love with the west coast sunsets over the gulf. We also enjoy that there are more areas less congested with high rises on the shoreline. I would suggest, before committing to a particular area, rent a house (plenty available on sites like VRBO), and live like you live there. I agree with Michael that vacationing isn't the same as living there. Also visit at different times of the year, traffic, weather, access to parks and beaches change, especially when the snowbirds migrate.
Those sunsets really are gorgeous, I love them too😊 It's funny you mentioned the renting the house scenario, because I also made a video recently just about that topic to try and help everyone determine if Florida is for them. Glad we are on the same page, great advice!
So fortunate I have family I will visit and stay and find my way around which be a big help
Florida is looking better and better as I watched this video at 5 this morning knowing that we're supposed to get 4 inches of snow here in northwest ohio. Thanks for your uplifting videos Mike.🥶
Wow 🥶😮
Yeah I know it... lol
Yes I know it especially looks good when they are still talking snow this time of year. I saw it was snowing in IL just the other day too! You're welcome Dan, thanks for always watching, and I'm happy you like it 😀
I moved to Florida from Northwest Ohio .
4 inches ha! 🤣 I just had 3ft dumped on me lol
I don’t recommend arguing with a Florida State Trooper. It’s not going to end well. They still want the police in Florida.
I was born and live in Florida but I love watching these videos for some reason
That’s so cool thanks for letting me know. I have seen other locals in the comments before too✌️
I'm moving back next year but I grew up in the tampa area so this content is somewhat nostalgic
Glad I could drum up some old memories for you
These are really GREAT videos !!! You are truly helping people make big decisions that will affect their lives ( especially in retirement)......THANK YOU, Michael.........Godspeed.....
Thank you very much Jim! That is really the goal, to help everyone that wants to make the move and just inform. Happy to hear you love the videos 😊
We moving to FL from California... I’m very curious to know how many of you watching this video are moving to Florida from California. Like this comment if you are moving to FL from CA..
Average cities in Florida is > than average cities in California.
I have plans of moving out there, but I'm still not sure. It's a whole lot different than Cali :\
Moving jan 1 2021 🙌
I’m not moving yet but plan to in the future. Hopefully all is well in 5-7 years.
Next year
How has it been like so far?
Yo Michael ! Been watching your videos for a couple weeks now, im planning on moving to south tampa at the begging of next year, i appreciate all the information your giving out for tips in moving to fl, just wanted to say thanks bro! Keep up the good work your extremely underrated.
Thanks a lot! Really happy to hear the videos are helping you out. I will certainly keep making them and by the time you get to Tampa, you'll be a pro 🤔 Thank you for the compliment and for watching. It does help the channel grow!
All very good advice. Mine took me 2 1/2 years in the making, well worth it.
Yep, it took time, but like you said, it was all worth it. Everyone wants things right now, but with something like a major move, it can take a while.
Such great information! Thank You.
You're welcome, very happy you enjoyed the video 😀
Great videos Michael! I am just starting my research on where to possibly move in Florida. Living in Michigan currently and am ready for a change.
Thanks a lot Michael! I know that feeling of being ready for the change. Let me know where you decide to move to in Florida and why 👌
Thanks for the video
It is really helpful 🙏
You're welcome, glad you found it helpful😊
vey thorough about life in Florida!
So excited to move but scared to start a new life again 😢 in a place i don’t know anybody .
I messaged you on Instagram Michael!
I know that feeling, but it just depends on how badly you want the change really. For me, I wanted change so badly, I didn't even care about not knowing anyone or how it would go etc. Just wanted something different
@@MichaelBordenaroyeah thats the feeling i am having these days
Hey we are in the same boat Lally....been living in Los Angeles since 2012 cant wait to move to FL, my plans are to get there by mid June, I ll be driving from LA to west coast FL, will be doing my garage sale around April, selling 80% of my stuff, hooking up an Uhaul trailer into my car, bringing my chocolate Labrador and I am good to go ...I am so excited, if you want to exchange some ideas hit me up, I ll be glad to give you advices yayyy!! :D
awesome video thank you so much Michael !
Hey, thank you! So glad you enjoyed it😊
We are Watching all of these non stop!
Thank you Sonny!! It really helps out the channel!
Love seeing the breeze in the palmettos! Nothing like a breeze on a warm day. I must be outdoors and can't take another dreary GA winter with no sunshine. The license bit just goes to show how the gov't has taken over, beyond their boundaries. I wish you knew about north FL since you make the best videos. That's about as far south as I want to go. I am going to start my natural healing business there, I hope.
Thanks! Sounds like Florida is really calling you back. Unfortunately I haven’t really spent any time in the northern part of Florida and that’s why I really never talk about it but I do plan to one of these days. Hope you make it back soon!
I like your honesty keep it up, Don’t change!
I appreciate that, and I will keep it up! Making these vids are easy for me, because I just need to be myself, and I am glad you are enjoying them 👍
Moving to Tampa in August. I've watch many of your videos! Makes me want to dip out now but patience is key
Tampa is great I’m sure you’ll love it. Just landed in Saint Petersburg today. Yes be patient it will be worth it✌️
Patience is absolutely no problem for me. I've got tons of patience and living in NY, I deal with lots of impatient people and everyone is always rushing. even in this current pandemic when I'm driving on the highway that the speed limit is 50, people going way over 50. Hitting 65, 70. like, why speed like that when there's nothing open and no traffic at all??.
I definitely gotta have a list of things to do. Having a job and changing my ID are some of those main things.
octzone That is a great virtue to have. I have had to learn patience painfully slowly here but it’s getting better. And I see the same thing here! People speeding down the road to get where? Everything is closed here too. Strange... glad you like the video😊
Some people really enjoy driving fast so when there is no one on the road, they get to drive stress-free. It's their ticket to pay, not yours. As long as they aren't driving erratic, chill and stay right.
Guys....guys, I live in Los Angeles, ok? Ppl drive like NUTS here, ppl are always in a hurry [wheres the fire?] at first I was kinda enjoying this fast pace of life here in LA now its start to annoying me, thats one of the main reasons I am moving to FL, not talking about cost of living, security, high rents, snob ppl thinking they are better than you because they drive a Tesla or a Jaguar, tired to see homeless, drug addict, creeps & crackheads all over the city, when I walk my dog after the sunset here in my neighborhood, I take my flashlight & pepper spray with me, yep I have been attacked before, so there you have it. I will find happiness and quality of life in FL :)
Bear in mind that many of those NY people are here in Florida. 55 mph speed limits mean nothing to them as they speed along at 90. Wild, crazy, and dangerous drivers here.
Awesome videos !!! thank you !!!
You're welcome Monika!
I live in NC so it gets cold here but not as much as illinois (i think) only thing i love about NC is that we get all four seasons (fall/autumn) is my favorite season ! when the leaves 🍁 change colors all the trees look beautiful and it gets cold in the winter time. I love cold weather, but that's all I like about NC only the weather. I hate all the hills and mountains(although i love going to the ski resorts) but I want to move to Florida because I love it!!! 🏖 🏝. Miami is beautiful and i go almost every year / every other year. I have family over there, but is way too expensive to live in miami so im thinking orlando or tampa for me. But i still love watching your videos. If i could afford it i would prefer Miami, but oh well 🤷🏻♀️
I love the mountains actually and skiing. But if you want to live in Miami, instead look at it as "how can I afford it?" Because there are some pretty decent deals here, depending on where in Miami you want to live and what you plan to do for work. If it is a dream of yours, don't give up on it👍
I enjoy every video 🤝
Thank you 😊
Glad to hear that!
I’m so excited to move in Miami because of you .
That's awesome!!
Hilo my friend
I Watch your video everything you saying is true I just bought a house in Florida almost 2 years ago in like worth which is about a hour and 15 minutes from Miami we have a pool in our house and we are 6 miles away from the beach we love every minute we spend there we more outdoor we feel healthierI’ve been traveling every month back-and-forth coming down there and spending some time I live in Michigan and we do have very long winner what you said is right we feel me and my wife more positive when we down there We made a plan to move and Retire down there we only 55 years old so our plan in the next 2 to 3 years we will spend nine months of the year down in Florida in three months to in Michigan doing the Summer to spend time with the kids and grandchildren keep the good work God bless you
That is pretty great that you guys have a house here and come back and forth like that. I think that is truly the ideal lifestyle and its nice you will still get to spend quality time with your family back in MI and avoid those terrible winters. Glad you enjoy my vids 😀
Thank you michael , we are in the process to move to altamonte ,orlando area my kids wife and i, we dont know anyone there or nothing of florida only UA-cam lol,but i sure appreciate your honesty .will keep watching
You're welcome! Hopefully you get to know Florida some more from my videos and I am glad that they are helpful to you!😀
I am coming here in a couple of months.. I'm super excited for my new life here,
Awesome! Congratulations, good for you Carole!
Most people moving to FL work from home.
💜💜💜💜 I wanna move this winter!
That is right around the corner! You'll be here before you know it 👌
Hi Michael I enjoyed this video. I live in Illinois also. I am retired and I am so ready to move. Thank you for your input. Will let you know my decision
So glad to here that Evelyn! Please keep me posted if you decide to make the move. Love hearing the stories 😊
Ur videos r awesome dude ... Watching this from NWI 30 min from Chicago I hate the cold , family is holding me back from moving there... hoping one day to move in warm state Fl or California, love being outside
Hey thanks man! Super happy to hear you like them. Hang in there, I know one of the toughest things is breaking away from family to move somewhere new on your own. I plan on making a video on this topic soon. California is awesome too but it is more expensive. I plan on spending summers out there eventually to escape the brutal Florida summers. Hopefully some of my videos will be able to give you the extra push you need👌
Same for me too but I’ve always wanted to try it!
@@joyhutson8488 Do you mean spending summers in California or breaking away from the family?
I was born in NW Indiana, one hour from Chicago. You will be much happier in Florida! You can say goodbye to Lake Effect Snow, long winters, and the cold. I'm in Jacksonville. I love that we don't have snow or ice or bitter cold. Jacksonville is very mild. Bear in mind that people's definition of HOT varies widely. People in Chicago and NYC think 82 is too hot. This is the south, it gets warm for sure. But as long as you have an open mind, A/C in your vehicle, and central heat and air in your home, you're going to love it.
Our utility company is nonprofit so you will save on keeping cool. Nearly every home has a fireplace which is often enough to warm your house when it gets chilly. After a couple of years living in NC, our insurance dropped significantly after becoming Florida residents.
Come visit the Jacksonville-St. Augustine area. Venture a bit west and south. You'll know where to move. Michael is right, have a game plan. Base your residence location on where you work and on your lifestyle. Avoid the coastal areas to save on homeowner's insurance and flood insurance, avoid living too close to the highway for more peace, and avoid HOA residences to save on fees, drama, and ridiculous rules. I will never understand why people pay money to jerks that enforce dumb rules like not displaying the American flag, no colored curtains or blinds, no Christmas decorations, and needing written authorization to replace your front door.
Best Florida tour guy :)
Thanks!
great video. im the same way i love just being out side.
Thank you! If you like this one, you will definitely like tomorrow's video👌
Imexcited to move there
Awesome Francis good luck on your move!
You made the right choice of moving to Miami, it's a nice place. I'm stuck here in southern Cali and will be moving to south Florida hopefully.
There are certainly worse places I could have ended up. How come moving from Southern Cali?
@@MichaelBordenaro The con's out weighs pro's. Example; high taxes, over regulations, very expensive, etc.. Been to Florida and really liked it.
@@alechamid235 I hear you. A lot of people from Cali have commented the same on the channel. Was wondering what you thought. I always like it there when I visit. Buti I visit, I don't live there so that could be the biggest difference. Good luck making your way to Florida 😊
@@MichaelBordenaro Thanks mate, I already got me a 1 1/4 acre land just south of lake Okeechobee, Just got to make the move.
@@alechamid235 Oh nice! You're half way here then
Nothing wrong with trying to save some coin on insurance (hell I planned on it to lol). Good list tho man keep me coming just puts me in the spirit and mindset to hit the road now! Like you said tho when it’s hot the beach ain’t far away! Be safe brother
Yep it worked for a while haha! Thank you Jake! Glad it gets you motivated to make the move. I am really missing that beach right now, already starting to feel like summer here ☀️
Michael Bordenaro bro I could only imagine especially living right on the beach not being able to go but I’m seeing the gov about to allow beach goers out? If that’s the case might push me to move even faster still in the 40’s here today
@@madeinusa1576 Yeah that definitely sucks especially having to look right at it every day lol. But it could be worse. I heard that some beaches in northern Florida will open, but I haven't heard anything for down here in Miami. We'll see I guess. I'll bet that would have a huge influence on the move! I saw a friend of mine in Illinois, they are having snow today!
I've been to Miami and the Keys. So beautiful. This was back in 1987.
Looking to get out of Chicago too. I have a huge hatred for Chicago winters & cold. Plus I have health problems that cold makes 100 times worse. On a trip to Clearwater my pain level was significantly less. Def moving there in the next five years. Doing my homework now.
That’s awesome, that’s how it started for me too a strong desire to leave. Sounds like you’re on your way to make it happen👍
I’m watching this while I’m working in Kissimmee, Florida during the pandemic. I actually wanna leave Florida since it’s getting too crowded with not just tourists every summer but in general. I’m working around tourists in the busiest area of the theme parks and man I wanna leave. I feel like people are bringing the virus here from the north lol anyways I wanna go back north but Instead of NYC where I’m originally from, I’m thinking Pennsylvania. Florida sunshine is an illusion I think, it’s beautiful but it’s getting pricey and VERY HOT!
That happens to a lot of people that move to Florida from other places. Most stay for a few years, decide it's not for them and move away. But if crowdedness is your only issue, that can be avoided in lesser known areas. Of course Kissimmee is a highly tourist area. But the heat can't be avoided. I'm sure you will figure out what the right choice will be😊
Michael Bordenaro what do you suggest?
I would say in the panhandle or southwest FL maybe Ft Meyers area, might be more your speed
I grew up in Clearwater. 6 months of heatwave hell and 6 months of rain 🌧️.
Love warm weather
Me too!!😊
Not warm... boiling!
Thanks for the advice. It sucks out here in California.
You're welcome! No!, I don't think it sucks. I've never lived there, but I love visiting
Yeah, it's nice out here. I Meant the high cost of living out here lol. I have roommates, so it's not too bad :)
@@starplushworld Gotcha, the roomate way is the way to go out there👍
We love Florida but will be not be able to move there as we're from Denmark. But we'll be back to visit as soon as international travel is permitted. We usually stay in Naples, beautiful area, very laid-back
Visting when its cold in Denmark is still nice though. And yes, Naples is a very laid back area of FL👍
Again this guy rocks . Greetings from lakegeneva Wisconsin... we cant wait to get down there . I have a CDL my kids work in the industry of hotels. My parents live in belvidere Illinois. My dad passed on I need a change . I did stay in florida in winters I built fences.. Tampa sucked 20 years ago homes had bars on the windows.. we love the out doors .. you are varry clam me and my wife love your videos..
Thank you Norm! I have been to Lake Geneva a few times. Used to go up there and watch the local motocross races, it was awesome. It is rare to come across anyone else who even knows Belvidere let alone someone who has a connection with it. Sorry about your dad... Really happy you are enjoying my videos 😊
@@MichaelBordenaro the race track is all gone now . My boys ride in Rockford il or byron Illinois now .. we really love your videos.... we just are still unsure of the world and scared . My rubicon can pull my boat to my lake but not to Florida so even looking for a beater truck lol
I'd love to buy but beeing on a 1099 and stuff makes it hard .. we might by a 30 foot camper and try the RV parks in or close to clear water FL .. we still want to be in the mix .. my daughter is going to the navy to see the world and the boys work alot so we think that might work to .... so meny scams on CL it's a nightmare. But we understand the tourist stuff here to they are like zombies walking around lol
@@normsniper3231 Oh man, that stinks. I have been to the Byron track but never Rockford, maybe that one is new after I moved. Yeah moving now can be tricky, but there are still plenty of people moving to FL, even with the current state of things. But it all boils down to what you guys are comfortable with of course. And you MUST bring the boat the Florida 😎
Great video
Glad you enjoyed it!
It is amazing how bad drivers are in tropical areas of the world, I live in the French Caribbean and drivers here are a living nightmare , anyway big up Florida , nice vid👍🏾
Yep its pretty insane, gotta be careful out there. Glad you enjoyed the video😊
thanksMichael. Please create a post SECRETS OF FLORIDA>
THings only locals know like restaurants, etc.
You're welcome! That's a cool idea😀 What else do you think would be interesting to see in a video like that besides restaurants?
@@MichaelBordenaro any and all things that locals in each area know. Unique findings, etc. Probably take so research to do.Like red shrimp only hang out at a certain distance from Pensacola and are not in all areas, etc
Florida is going to have to expand to accommodate all the new residents. Maybe one day me and hubby will be one 😉
It is for the most part. There's construction everywhere
“How’s the best way to do that research, well you gotta watch more of my videos. “
Me: Good point. Subscribed!
Haha, I love it, thank you very much for the subscribe 😀
Cool.
Excellent info. Is it any cooler in Sarasota than Miami? I want to live near friends but St Augustine may be better for me as you describe the weather. I love to be outdoors all day whenever possible.
Thanks! Not really, Sarasota and Miami weather are pretty comparable. If you want a little more mild, definitely stick to the northern half of FL👍
So beautiful I can’t wait I’m ready . Bring the heat I have big hats 🎩 ready let’s go ☀️
That's the right attitude !
Get a GoalZero backup battery and a waterbob for hurricanes.
Awesome video yet again .... I didn’t even think about the driving license issue. I’ll have to look into that. Thank you for that.
Just another idea for a Video if you like :-).
When buying a house (with a pool); what is to look out for people that coming from abroad.
Do I need a special pool insurance? Hurricane insurance? Do I need to do a structural survey prior to buying the house (in the UK you have to do a home buyers report prior to purchase if you need a mortgage - also required by the insurance company- that’s why I am asking).
Assuming the house was recently renovated (prior to being on the market) do I need to check valid planning permission? Approval by building control? Or is it any type of certificate I have to check to make sure I am buying a safe house.
Are there any benefits in buying a house in a gated community other that it is just a regular neighborhood with a gate?
Thank you very much again 🙏
Thank you Lior! I am not aware of needing any special pool insurance. When you buy a house though, you will hire an inspector, who will come and inspect the structure of the home, the plumbing, the electrical, all the appliances, the roof and all the cosmetic stuff too, including the pool. Then any issues that are uncovered are delivered to you in an inspection report,. From there you have time to review it, and see if you want to still move forward with the sale, ask the seller to repair some of the items, or sometimes, get a credit at closing for repairs. For insurance, you will need homeowners insurance for any house you buy with a mortgage. You will also need flood insurance in certain areas, if the flood plane deems it necessary. Valid plans and such, you don't have to worry much about that . Your title company will run a full title and lien search during the purchase process to see if there are any illegal additions to the home that need to be rectified, any outstanding permits, liens or claims on the property as well. Once they find everything is ok, then they will issue you title insurance at closing, in the event any claim comes forward that wasn't previously found. Wow, I think that is the longest comment ever lol! I will try to address more of these things in future videos 👌
Thank you - thank you 🙏. Appreciate all your time and effort. It is very helpful 👍🏻👍🏻
@@liorbrosh7127 You're very welcome 😊
I live in Illinois now, and my wife and I are retiring in Florida. We have a ways to go until retirement, but we want to retire there. We both hate winter, and love the beach. I actually love Illinois, but I hate the cold. That's enough for me to move.
I love the beach too and I wanted to be somewhere near it all the time and that dream came true. I don't regret it at all. I hope you and your wife make your dream come true !
I love cheesecake but not 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
watch more of your videos ha ha ha that is a good one but you should research the area and now with the web its easy. Yes have a plan or lots of money I have lived in Broward county since 1975 and still love it very much
Haha, glad you like that part Richard ;) Totally agree, its very easy to do the research up front these days and get a good sense of the area. And having a plan certainly helps!
Love your videos. Though I recently watched your 10 favorite places in Florida, and St Augustine sounds like a great place to live. But my brother lives in Santa Rosa beach in the panhandle. Any recommendations near that area?
Thanks
Thanks a lot Louis! I did not include any cities from the panhandle in that vid, only because I have never actually been there, and the wanted the list to based solely on my real life experience. But once I make visit to the pan handle, I plan on doing an update video if I find some great spots!!
@@MichaelBordenaro thanks. I'm looking forward to your update on recommendations once you visit Santa Rosa beach. Though I have about 2 to 3 years before I take the plunge.
@@louisrgutierrez7787 Yes I wish I could be traveling all over FL right now. But the risk is still too great with the virus, so for now I am staying put. But eventually it will happen👌
First you need a Florida real estate license. You can get the Florida license in your home state. You don't need to wait until you get to Florida to take a multiple choice exam to get the real estate license.
You are leaving out a huge part of the workforce which is working online. Tons of people work online now and can move wherever they want without the need to plan as much.
When I made this video, that was not nearly as much of a thing as it is now, as this was pre pandemic. A lot has changed
you're probably right. although i quit my job in 2006 to work online full time so i guess i just take it for granted.
@@1969MARKETING You were way ahead of the curve Bobby! That was before most people even had smart phones. Nice job👌
I just escaped from Illinois. Living in defuniak springs fl
It took me 25 years to move here...
Wow now that is persistence! Hopefully more people that want to move here read your comment👌
I have been watching a lot of videos on living in Florida especially from your channel, but I have noticed many other people that live in Miami say the crime and over crowding is one of the growing downfalls on living in the area. Since you have first hand experience would you agree with those opinions?
i've been looking to move there too, but i think where is people there is crime. it's not that bad what they say i think🤔
Thank you for watching, I appreciate it 😊 Miami is definitely getting crowded, but by no means as crowded as like NY or LA. The crime where I live in Miami Beach, is very low, and most of it happens in the south beach area when there are large events happening. But in general, this area is very safe, but in Miami, the further west you go, the more crime there seems to be. If that is a big concern for you moving here, then just make sure to do your research on the area, before coming here. Also, feel free to ask me, and I'll give you my opinion 😉
Also very true, crime is pretty much unavoidable in any major city. But the amount of crime and what type of crime is what I would pay attention too. And which areas have the most crime 👍
Michael Bordenaro thank you! crime isn't that bad as people think, it's basically every state/country.
Yes very true
whoa, it's mikey with hair?!
Hey will living in Florida basically make ur tan kinda of permanent or kind of make it ur new look?
I guess it depends on your skin type, and how much time you actually spend out in the sun tanning. I know it's made my tan more permanent but I still see white people who are super white too!
OCALA HERE I COME
How much cheaper is that Illinois insurance?
It was quite a bit cheaper actually. I was paying about $360 every six months for full coverage on my 97 Camaro Z 28. Then once I had to switch to Florida, it went up to almost 500 for the same insurance. Might not sound like a lot now but it definitely was a lot for me at the time.
If we are renting a home in Florida and in another state but only in Florida a few weeks at a time is it possible to keep current state I’d?
That is a tricky one and more a question for a lawyer than for me as a realtor. If you do have a permanent residence here in FL and you get pulled over with another state ID, the same thing could happen to you like it did with me having to go to court
Miami vice ?
Whats the best site /app/ or way for a Canadian who wants to move to Florida to find a job ( health care )
Good question Monika. I don't have a good answer for you, but I would maybe google things like U.S. companies that hire Canadians, or something along those lines.
Question: I hold an American citizenship but for many I years have only held a Canadian driver's licence. When I was young I held a Virginia licence but that lapsed decades ago. Is it a big pain to get a Florida driver's licence?
Its not too difficult to get a license here. I'm sure you'll have to go through the tests again to get one, but no big deal
Hi, I am moving to Florida in a couple of months, I have a question. would I be able to e-mail you?
It regarding expanding my business.
Hi Yes, you can email me. I have the business email in my about section on the channel
I’m moving to Florida when I’m older in 2024 or maybe 2027
Oh very cool! I like that thinking ahead, I was like you too when I was younger 😀
Michael Bordenaro Oh that’s cool
I like to move to Orlando but can drive to beach from my house
Yes you can, probably about 1.5 hour drive to the beach from Orlando
I JUST WANT A GETTAWAY HOME TO COME TO FLORIDA, I WORK IN New York CITY,IS THERE A PROBLEM STAYING 2 OR 3 WEEEKS? WITH A New York PLATE?
You'll be fine for a few weeks down here with a NY plate, no worries 👍
How are respiratory therapy jobs in florida?
Not too sure, you should look into it if you're planning a serious move here
Anyone here has moved from Australia to florida ?
What's wrong with 30 miles per hour driving
Nothing if the speed limit is 30 😉 But sometimes you'll get that in a 55 here LOL
@@MichaelBordenaro lol. I knew that would be the answer. So go around the person. Those folks who are driving 30 in a 50 mile zone are usually old people so you gotta understand. It's FL old people haven
@@noblegirl1991 Yeah its true, usually they are old people doing that. But it is also dangerous, especially here in Miami because then everyone gets impatient, and tries to pass and has to pull out in front of cars doing 50-70 and accidents happen that way
You are living in an area that is over populated therefore you are waiting too long for an appointment...I don't have to wait that long for an appointment in Sarasota.
I think it is more just the mentality here. No respect for the time of others is certainly a miami thing
Is there good construction jobs in Jacksonville ?
I don't know for sure, but I would think yes, since that area is exploding right now. Lot's of good opportunities there 👍
@@MichaelBordenaro Good I'm about to move to Jacksonville
Do you have any info on living in Jacksonville fl
Unfortunately no. I have never lived there, so I can't really say what it's like living there. And I have only passed through the area, never stayed for any significant amount of time. In the future hopefully I can cover it, but for now I am only covering places I have actually been to and have the experience to back it up 👍
I live in jax born & raised
@@donaldhungerford4475 is there anything you can tell me about living there
@@babyscarlett9658 crime is bad here but I'll say the safest side to stay on is the southside by the beach, like beach boulevard or baymeadows
@@donaldhungerford4475 how much is the rent
What do you think about Real Estate opportunities here in Florida?
As far as investment I am guessing you mean?
Michael Bordenaro well that too, I’m planning on moving to Florida or California to become a Real Estate Agent, but I can’t decide which one is the best.
Well I think both states have their pros and cons for being a real estate agent. In California it’s much more difficult to get the license and more expensive than Florida. But before I started this UA-cam channel, I was seriously considering getting my California real estate license and moving to San Francisco. Surprisingly, the competition isn’t as stiff as I thought it would be and houses there sell in the millions every single day so the commissions are huge
Michael Bordenaro yeah I thought the same thing. How about Florida? I know that you guys have expensive houses as well.
@@seanlugowski5732 yes good question also. I recently made a video all about working in real estate here which I will link for you right here: ua-cam.com/video/L5yBs4pzXCA/v-deo.html If I were to start all over in Florida, I would get into real estate in one of the northern cities in Florida. Meeting somewhere in the northern half of the state. Because down in South Florida, there are just too many realtors and too much competition. So if you're just starting out you want to give yourself the best chance at success
I have a valid driver's license from another state. How do I get a FL driver's license? Do I need to take the written, driving, or both?
All you'll need to do is take your valid drivers license to your local FL DMV and they will just charge you a fee, take your picture, and replace it with a FL one. Not test needed
@@MichaelBordenaro Thank you so much. It was so nice of you to answer back so quickly.
@@p.j.driton4528 You're very welcome!
flip flops!!! lots of them...lol
Darn it, I missed that one!😄
I have 6 pairs...always looking to add .
Alligator repellent
Money Times 8
Florida needs teachers now.
6000 ? Triple it..
I came with only 2000 and managed, but everyone is different and also depends on how much you can hustle and make things happen
When you get pulled over you may be asked for your real estate license.
I wonder if Michael will buy a rain jacket and some rain boots. Nah.
I can live in Cuba. I just need money to afford it.💰
Alligator repellent, hurricane proof windows!... ''smelling salt'' ..to wake up a person who's ''fainted'' after seeing how much CHEAPER their property tax bill is!
You need money 💰
My list of first hand knowledge
A buttload of money 💰
Mosketo spray
Gator food
Exterminator for the palmetto bugs and cockroaches
Good car and homeowners insurance
Good security system video cameras.
Umbrella.
🤣🤣
......5 months for me to be in FL amigo.....bye bye Los Angeles UUGGHH !! Wasted 10 years in here :/
I’m sure that five months can’t come fast enough
@@MichaelBordenaro All good organizing & planning my journey to FL via Uhaul 5X8 trailer, in the meantime...downsizing around here, long way to go :D
@@rioalexbrasil it is a lot of work to make a move across the country like that. But I’m sure it will all be worth it
@@MichaelBordenaro Indeed...I did the same when I left Brazil in 2005 towards Europe [Portugal....] pain in the butt to do all the process, then again from Europe to USA in 2012 hahaha, oh boy!!