I do love to live in Sarasota, 🌴 but there are a few things I can live without. Thanks for watching! 😀 You can call or text me at 941.544.1160. Email at jill@jillwillsell.com
West Florida is the capital of the sinkhole!! you can gamble with your money in one minute you can lose everything and the insurance companies not going to be there for you!! good luck!
@@janosnemeth4793 There has never been a known sinkhole in Sarasota or Manatee Counties. Just like anything else, I cannot say there never could be one but it isn’t an issue here. Thanks for watching!
@@jillwillsell sink holes appear due to removing all the water below the ground surface as in where they grow strawberries... lots of sink holes near Plant City and Dover
@@skynebula11 That is good to know. Honestly, I never researched why there are sinkholes in Florida just because (up to this point at least) it is a non-issue in my market. Thanks for the watching the video and this insight. 🤓
Jill, what is the medical care like in your area? I have heard the medical care in Florida is substandard and that it’s very difficult to get an appointment with a doctor. What major medical facilities are in the Sarasota area? Hope to hear back from you. Thank you.
I grew up here. It was paradise until the 80’s. Beaches are beautiful, but over-crowded...think Atlantic City NJ on a Sunday afternoon. All the orange groves are gone due to over-development, so you won’t smell the beautiful fragrance of orange blossoms. Traffic is horrendous.
My sister has lived there 30 yrs. Due to people escaping California,NY and Jersey the roads are more congested. Not to mention I was told the sewer system has been released into the ocean twice now.
are you sure though about the sewer system? or just a rumor? i'm pretty sure the rich people in the area won't be happy about that. i don't think a nice community like sarasota would let that happen. that kind of thing usually happens in run down areas but not nice areas. but i could be wrong.
We moved back to Ohio 14 yrs ago, after living close to Naples, Florida on the SW coast. We were there 25 yrs. Over the years we were there it grew so fast. The traffic was awful, restaurants always crowded. Way to many people. Beaches crowded. It wasn't as bad in the Summer. But I cannot imagine how crowded it is now.
@@sharoncrawford7192 Amen , Way too many people now! Traffic is clogging up all the streets. Forget I75! Dangerous and Ridiculous! Madness! You all can have at it. See Ya.
I see so many comments saying "oh it used to be great in the 80s." When the reality of it is, the 1980s was the best decade there ever was and people feel nostalgic towards it and yearn to have those years back. The truth is, there is pollution and gentrification and construction happening everywhere and all over the world. So what are we supposed to do? Are we expected to run from this and to not enjoy because it's no longer the 1980s? To all these people saying this...get off your ass and do something about. There are plenty of people like me who moved here and are productive and good citizens. Stop being so negative and assuming ownership and feeling so entitled. If you don't like the change, then do something about it! Be the change that you wanna see, and stop yearning about your 1980s memories. ENJOY THE NOW and be greatful for what you have. Period.
This idea that it’s only happening in Sarasota is comical. People do the same thing here in CO. Natives be like: “I have special rights to this area before you, because my mom crotch dropped me here”. Lmao.
Sarasota was once paradise. The past 5-10 years it changed-so much development, so many new people- who arent real nice either, getting very expensive, liked to see the tourists come, lived to see them leave. No more Sarasota for me.
It's no longer the Sarasota we grew up in !!! Overcrowded, overpriced. Lost it's charm around 1980s. Shame so many people requiring much new construction has ruined Nature. Housing is no longer affordable. Too many tourists and out of state transplants have me wondering where to move to ??
I have bigger problems with the local government approving these construction homes because it’s up to our county to say yes and they don’t seem to care about building and 100 home community on a busy one lane road full of potholes, with schools already overflowing with 200 extra students. They justify all these businesses and people moving here as “good for the economy” but the cost of living has skyrocketed as we compete with wealthy tourist and the new jobs are minimum wage employment that nobody can live off of. Sad to see the area go backwards
They can try to make Sarasota as enticing as they want but in the water it's a different story. It's polluted and it's getting worse. Our last red tide outbreak lasted a year-and-a-half killed everything all the way up to dolphins and turtles and now they're trying to link it to cognitive disorders when you've been exposed to it. Yeah come on down to Sarasota or any part of Southwest Florida, the water's great!
They keep building and building and yes red tide is a NORMAL thing anymore...Run run ..There are BETTER places to live..............Overrated...Been here 40 years and THEY ARE DESTROYING IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The thing is, this is everywhere...so what are you guna do? Run from it? Not me, I'm standing my ground and it's still a beautiful paradise if you know the right parts to go to
+Hector Carrillo Lol!!! That is so funny. A hurricane would cause greater damage but I see more snakes in a year than I do storms. Haha!!! Thanks for watching.
Most storms at the news tell you that I like going to kill you oh true I’m literally limping for my whole life and never ran away from a ⛈ It’s actually not that bad
Stayed at the Westin hotel in downtown Sarasota a few times. Amazing views from there roof top pool and bar. I went on the cruise 🚢 boat across the street and it took us past all the beautiful homes on the water. Went down to St. Armand’s circle ⭕️ beautiful restaurant and shops and lido beach is a little walk away from there. I should of bought something in 2018 because prices skyrocketed since then but still plan on moving close to there.
thanks for the memories. i grew up in Sarasota. left quite a while ago.went to shs 1972 grad. everything you said brought back fond memories of living there.
They are moving to Spring Hill in droves too! They are parasites! Everything you said and more! I'm saying this being an ex New Yorker from the Bronx! Down here since 89'. I don't think anyone would really understand unless they've been living in Florida a long time.
The summers are aweful...its like getting snowed in for 6 months. The heat can be overwhelming. So overwhelming that people leave their million dollar homes for relief.
That could be! Definitely personal preference. I know some young adults who love the beach, fishing, boating, etc or are into other sports, but if that isn't your thing that it would be harder. I am not a "night life" person to begin with 😝 but I have heard from others that the area isn't great for that. Thanks for watching and I do appreciate your insight as I am no longer under 30. LOL!
I totally disagree. There’s tons of stuff to do in Sarasota and your super close to St Pete and Tampa. As far as I’m aware it’s also one of the safest parts of Florida.
@old greg Good question! After I saw your question, I asked a few friends who have lived here a long time what they thought. In short, everyone said no. There are a few pockets where you will see more homeless people - especially in front of Rosemary Cemetery. I have heard (is it true - ???) that cities up north ship down homeless people to Florida. There are resources here for them. Is it enough? I don't know. It is definitely not like San Francisco or Portland (I have friends in town right now from there and they have huge issues). Thanks for watching!
There is a HUGE homeless problem in Sarasota and Bradenton and the "help" programs are a JOKE. Yes, the salvation army and rosemary cemetery have a great deal of them who hang out there but it's all over.
How bad is the bug situation? I’m glad you covered that...but like do the palmettos fly around hitting you? Or is it just one or two that get into the house?
Good question! They are NOT flying around you. You may find them in the house but it isn't a plague. Love Bugs (which I don't think I mentioned in this video) are a little crazy. We have a love bug season and they do fly around - swarm. They don't swarm into the house but when you drive your car through a cloud of them you need to scrape them off the front of it. Lol! Thanks for watching!
Alligators, bugs, snakes are not the biggest problem. Unless your employer relocates you to Florida or you have plenty of financial back up, it is difficult to find a descent job that fits your job profile. And maybe that is why there are over 200 thousands real estate agents in Florida with over 8 thousand agents just in Sarasota. Every agent tries the best to make a sale. In reality very small group of agents makes most of the sales. Even the real estate are struggling with making a descent income in Florida. The average income of a real estate agent in Florida is hardly over 30 thousand dollar annually. Agents have to pay monthly and annual fees. Agents are basically unemployed or self employed independent contractors with no real job benefits. Agents may drive around showing homes to potential buyers with no guarantee that their client will be loyal to them. A client may buy a new house directly from a builder and the agent can't do much about it. Job opportunities are really bad in Florida.
I understand what you are saying, Imie Nazwisko. I definitely have solid talks with people before they sell their home up north to move down here. I have probably lost potential sales because I don't want someone to make these huge decisions without counting the cost. It is better to be disappointed now than to struggle to find a place to work and live. And yes.... as a Realtor, I am an independent contractor. I have a lot of fees/expenses/dues - and I don't make anything until I close on a property. It is all volunteer work until then. BUT - I love my job. I love to help people. I enjoy making these videos to help others. Thanks for watching! 😎🌴
From Scotland, been on vacation many times to Sarasota, Bradenton and Englewood. Usually in September, so get the rain and heat, just missed 2 hurricanes but was in Englewood for Hurricane Irma. But if I could afford it would move over anytime
We definitely get a LOT of snow birds. They lend to the extra traffic and long lines. BUT they are part of the reason why we don't have state income tax.
People here complain of boredom. Ya. the beach is great to see maybe once or twice but it isn't a life changing experience. Most people just stay home and watch TV. The summers are like being snowed in for 6 months. Everything is Bars and Restaurants and Shopping...that is it.
There is a lot of restaurants and shopping! Can't argue with that. I think the upside of being here is seeing the sun all year long. I just had people here from New York (in November) and they were so excited to see the sun. I think we get so used to it - so when I hear people ooohhhh and aaaahhhh over the sunshine, blue skies, green grass (or weeds in my yard), and all of the wild life - it is a good reminder of what we don't have to deal with. We can go shopping without wearing big, heavy coats. 😂😎🌴
@@jillwillsell you can go to Applebees in South Dakota as well...they also have shopping malls in Kansas...wow!!! People stay inside to escape the bilnding hot sun....lol....
@@stevewalther2293 Some definitely do work to escape the sun. It seems like many people are looking for change. Hot to cold. Cold to hot. I was excited when we had gray skies for a couple of days.
@@jillwillsell True!! Lol...I was shocked to see people celebrating cloudy days here...it gives us a break. Well...what I ment was, it is a shame to go through all the trouble in moving 2,000 miles to Florida only to sit inside and go to Applebees.
@@stevewalther2293 I get it! I think after a while once people are living "regular" life and not "vacation" life, you just want "stuff" near you. Although we do have some great local restaurants, an Applebees gets the job done. If that makes sense. And YES, my friends, family and I totally embrace the cloudy days. It doesn't happen often. Especially all day long and not just the afternoon rain. Like I said above, sometimes a little change is nice. In the end, to each his own. That is why some people are good with living in Alaska. That is a hard pass from me. LOL
Know one is saying anything about Red Tide. Yum the smell of dead fish for miles on the beaches. Burns your eyes and make it heard to breathe. It’s great.
Hi A Hagelin! It really depends on the water. I think if you are on the Bay (intercoastal) or the Gulf - not so much. If you have standing/stagnant water then that is where you will issues. There are canals behind some homes that are there more for water run off and kind of swampy - that is where you would have more problems with the insects. If you are on a wider canal (not a ditch) and the water is moving around more than I have never experienced or heard of others having issues. My parents and many friends/customers who are on "ponds" or "lakes" (retention ponds) and they don't experience problems either. Also, if you have a nice lanai or a cage over your pool, than you are rarely out where those little guys will get to you. The screens block most of that. If there is anyone else out there who has experienced something to the contrary - please jump into this conversation. 🌴
Where would the most affordable housing (and renting)? I'm debating on moving down the the area next year or in a couple years after finishing some college. Either way, I'm definitely moving down and I'm just looking around the area so I have an idea on what's available. I've heard Northport is the most affordable area in the Sarasota area so I've been looking around there.
Hi Brian! Yes, right now, generally speaking, North Port would be the most affordable. There are a mix of older homes and somewhat newer homes. Just have to be careful - many are on well and septic. Some people don't care for that. Right now, NEW construction in Parrish (in Manatee County, NE of Sarasota) has more affordable new homes. That area is really building up! In those new communities there will be HOA dues and often CDD fees. Not sure what CDD fees are? Watch episode 23.
Hi, i live in North Port and it's very nice here, with soooo much new construction and developments both residential and commercial, lots of room to grow, and it is the cheapest for sure and very safe.
@@bobbyatman273 that's one of the places I've looked at in that area. Definitely at the top of the list right now. I hope to visit sometime late summer/early fall to look around, if everything goes to plan
Thanks for the good comments Bobby and Brian. I am planning on doing a video about North Port in the next couple of weeks. I like the area. I have had friends live there when their kids were little and the town offers a lot to families. Thanks for watching! 🤓
You would have to call the town of North Port or go in there to find that out. I did have someone recently buy in NP and ends up they were limited on the size of shed they could put in the back yard. 😎🌴
@@jillwillsell I did, they are pretty vague about it, they do ask for "engineers plans" and keep on mentioning hurricanes as a reason, but gazebos (self built or from home depot do not come with it)
@@bobbyatman273 Oh, boy. That is a good one. Then I would suggest contacting an actual "shed" company that covers the area and pick their brains. The Buyers I mentioned bought a shed through a local company and they schooled them on what they could and could not do. I am not saying you have to buy the shed through them, but most companies are pretty good about educating folks. Just like I do with my videos. I don't always sell to everyone who calls me. If you want, I can get the name of the shed company these other folks used.
Hi Jill I currently own a licensed bnb in Hawaii and we want to live in a RED not BLUER THAN BLUE state. Can you help us try to find a multi generational home near or on the beach that is fully upgraded that has attached or detached rental income potential. NO FIXER UPPERS. Thank you.
No state income tax is not a bad thing! I lived in North Carolina for 16 years and you paid state and property taxes even on your personal vehicles and yes we have had hurricanes hit on their coast.
@@KobeMonster007 Come to Northwest Central Florida. No crime. I never lock my doors. No homeless. People are so kind. We get four seasons, much nicer than Sarasota and south. We got millions of geckos to eat the bugs but even the bugs are cool. I know I'm not supposed to let the secret out, but this is paradise found, my friend. And it's still cheap. Shhhhh....
Hurricane IRMA 2017 TORE UP MY ROOF AND CARPORT IN SARASOTA AND DESTROYED MY NEIGHBORS STORAGE SHED CARPORT AND MANY ROOFS SO YES IT DOES HAPPEN IN SARASOTA HURRICANES
Do sellers in florida accept a sale contingency, putting in an offer when their existing home is in contract. Then proceeds from home will go towards down payment on new home?
In the Sarasota area, I would see this on occasion. It isn't very common. In todays market, it is happening evening less. Sellers are receiving multiple offers so they are typically choosing the offers with the fewest contingencies. Let me know if you have any other questions.
Thanks, I wouldn't call your comments bad things :). I live in NJ and you've peaked my interest as far a a place I may want to retire in the next two years.
6th Gen Floridian here and this Video is being kind to say the least .... This invasion be it Foreign or Domestic has destroyed real Floridians way of life and culture ... Stay where your at !
The "real", Floridians? You mean the Seminole, Creeks, Cayuga and all the others that were murdered, raped and destroyed for centuries after white people arrived?
@@josephguastella8037 I will! It will be interesting to see how this plays out in the next year or two. I will say, in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, many purchases are paid in cash. For instance, in December of 2020, cash sales made up approximately 25-50% of the sales (varied by homes vs. condos and Sarasota vs Manatee counties). I say that to say, because of the higher number of cash sales, the number of homes that will go into foreclosure will be less in this area compared to other areas of the country or even the state of Florida. This area is a little more stable. It isn't perfect and I don't want to be overly optimistic but I think the cash purchases do help.
@@jillwillsell that you can thank our NY Governor Coumo ... its a mad exit from NYC we have seen a drastic increase of inflated values in NY suburbs too... its a bubble waiting to burst as the fed keeps printing monies 🤷🏽♂️
I love Sarasota County but I prefer to recreate on Saint Armand’s Circle than Sista Key . Now nearby Bradentucky . It is yucky except for the barrier islands , Anna Maria and all . The islands I love .
I would think no state income tax would be a PLUS to living there! I'm visiting next month and I really hate snakes - am I going to see them every day?!
No state income tax is a huge plus! I was trying to be more tongue-in-cheek. 😝 I go through waves of seeing snakes and not seeing them. Just last month there was one on my lanai. My friends' kids like to catch them. They are harmless, but they are around. Then in some of the new construction communities there could be more critters and different animals roaming because there homes have been destroyed. There could be snakes or even wild boars. I have some stories about those. Especially farther south. Most likely, you will never see a snake. Enjoy your time here and thanks for watching!!!
@Sarah Rai Just had ANOTHER snake on my lanai tonight. Waaaaahhhh!!!! It was a corn snake. Harmless, but I don't care. For some reason they come on my lanai. Usually, I can sweep them out the back door but for some reason tonight I couldn't deal with it. I was out late showing homes and I am too tired to deal with it. Dad to the rescue!!! My parents live on a lake (AKA retention pond) and they never see them.
You forgot two things…. 1. It’s illegal to catch rain water (bty they have the nastiest pipe water…nearly killed my animals), 2. The constant threat and harassment of hurricanes allllllll summer long. Also summer there is about 6 months long. The outside stuff has to come inside. In and out, in and out…,to infinity!
It’s not as bad as the Amazon jungle nor Australia outback. I’m looking forward to moving there in the future. I’ve been living in the Washington DC swamp; summertime is nasty here, not only the weather also the people.
Careful what you wish for. I have lived in both Sarasota and DC, and Sarasota is worse in terms of unrelenting heat and humidity, as well as nasty people (too many trucks with the Confederate flag hung in the back windows).
Well, you should move to Sarasota if you are older than 60! This place is a cemetery after 9:00 PM. If you are a party person you'll have to go to Tampa which is an hour away! Also, Sarasota is an OVERPRICE place. Most of the houses here were built during the 70s and 80s and owners want to sell them like they are brand new!
To much hoopla in Fl Lived there 16 yrs. Hated it. Ppl drive like crazy nuts and the state is backwards The medical field is a horror to. With all the seniors you would think better health care would exist. Misquotes are huge. Welts like egg from bites. Some winters were cold and you do need a coat at times but does not last. The humidity in summer with rain is a horror. Hardly ever out june thru sept. Dripping in sweat.
They have the potential to be dangerous, but it is NOT a common issue. You just have to respect them, not feed them, or allow children or small animals near bodies of water where they might be. If I saw one in my neighborhood, I would call animal control and they would re-home it. I have a friend with the police department in Charlotte County (to the south of us) and he has been called to Sarasota to help with removing them. It is very rare to hear that people have been hurt by a gator. I canoe in the Peace River with them. Lol!
@@beyondtwieve5180 Yes, I would say so. I have definitely still seen dead bugs in vacant condos so it doesn't mean that they won't be there. But they were DEAD. That is the good part. Typically, the association sprays for bugs on a monthly basis (usually part of your dues) so it keeps it under control. Plus, being off the ground helps too. Once when showing a condo that was pretty high up we saw a tiny lizard (gecko) in the bathroom. I was able to capture it and put it on the balcony, thinking I was doing something good for it. Within 30 seconds the poor thing jumped off the side. 😢 Poor little lizard.
Every system has their issues. Take a twist week vacation and explore. Yes Florida is the capital of World and gators, racoons. foxes, reptiles. Orher states have their criteria issues..Boston we have critters, bugs, racoons,and Blizzards.
Haha! I hear ya! I do NOT like the snakes at all. Thankfully, my Carly (dog) alerts me. The other critters don't bother me as much. :-) Thanks for watching!
It is definitely a struggle for a lot of Buyers.... especially in the areas with a Sarasota address. I would recommend a couple of things - try North Port (still Sarasota County but farther south). The homes tend to be newer and for less money. Another option is new construction, especially in Parrish. If a Buyer qualifies, many of the new communities up there are eligible for a USDA loan which means 100% financing. If someone doesn't have a lot of cash, this is a good option. Plus, the house is brand new! You are not looking at replacing an AC or roof in the near future. But, you are right, the struggle is real!
I'm about to obtain my PhD in Computer Science in Poland. Living in Sarasota is my dream and I love the US. Unfortunately it's nearly impossible to win the visa lottery so I will probably never realize my dreams. Such is life...
Haha! I understand. I honestly, I had never seen an alligator just roaming around UNTIL last Friday. I pulled through the gate of golf course community to show a condo and a toddler gator cut across the road. I ALMOST ran it over because the road was dark and we were under trees so it blended into the road. 😱 Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get a picture. Gators are pretty common on golf courses. If you want to move to Florida, I wouldn't let the fear of alligators stop you. Thanks so much for watching!
Dear Jill, FYI , i too live in Sarasota and have never been bitten by a poisonous snake. Poison needs to ingested and venom is always injected. You can drink venom and not die but no so with being bitten. The Toxins in venom attack your nervous system and respiratory system, very painful. Guess how I know.
Remember that the alligators were here way before we were here. Until the population growth slows down or the government puts a stop to allowing companies build these multi family homes and taking the widelifes habitat.
Not affordable .. The people that keep it going are the average worker .. Nurse / CNA/ hotel / restraunts / labor .. Not realistic and its growing too fast / building ..the round a bouts make no sense .
When people come down and ask what are the biggest industries/occupations here I definitely include these... and a few more. But, I do like the roundabouts. Just not the one at Venice Ave and Jacaranda. 🤪 Thanks for watching!!
Let’s that if you’re going down bee Ridge around 6 o’clock you’re not going very fast or far And also all public potsmoking on be On the beach is a legal
I was visiting from Ohio, and I received a toll road citation in the mail. Thought the toll roads were only on the highway with a booth. Thx for the nice video 👍🏾
Yes!! You are right. There are definitely less toll booths and more getting a bill in the mail. Definitely something non locals are aware of. There really isn’t any in Sarasota County but definitely in Tampa. Thanks for watching.
Wow! Good question. Honestly, I don't know. I know WAAAAY back in the day, people moved here for health reasons but I think it had more to do with getting out of the cold weather. I know of people who live here and still have issues with allergies, fibromyalgia, etc. My sinsuses drive me batty at times and there is almost always something in bloom. Maybe these issues aren't as bad for people compared to other parts of the States, but I cannot say for certain. Thanks for watching!!!
I’m thinking of moving back and the idea of those damn palmetto bugs is almost enough to make me not want to go back lol not even kidding my skin is crawling right now thinking about it
I have swam, skied, fished, and kayaked in Texas bayous for years and no issues with gators. It’s the shoreline areas you need to be careful about if they’re close. You learn to just be mindful but they spook easily too, esp if there’s a lot of traffic.
Why does every news story about crazy, unhinged or wacky behavior start with "Florida man"? That is my biggest concern with living in Florida, too many crazies.
🤪 I understand! I felt the same way before I moved here. And that was pre-internet! Lol! Not so bad once you are here. Lol! Thanks for the comment. Made me laugh.
It's due to a few things #1 is the freedom of information act on police records. They are available to anyone at any time. Most other states don't allow such freedom of this information. #2 and the biggest reason Florida is termed a transit state, something on the order of 50k a year people move in and out of the state. They have a huge number of HOMLESS that live off the grid in abandoned homes (that's right abandoned) ,, and let's not forget Florida is a gateway for drugs entering the US. It's not unusual to here of multi-million drug busts. #3 so do your homework, there are nice safe neighborhoods but there Expensive. Sure you can get a home cheap here, but there's a reason there cheap. By the way I live in Weston Florida myself, nice area
Hi Nancy! Bradenton is a good area. Just like Sarasota, some areas might be more appealing to you than others. Part of Lakewood Ranch has a LWR mailing address and part has Bradenton. I really like Palm Aire in Bradenton. There is also some areas of neat, older homes too. Feel free to email me or call with any specific questions. jill@jillwillsell.com or 941.544.1160 Thanks for watching!
I am scared of snake, alligator and hurricane and heavy humidity. I moved to Maui from CA five years ago. There is no snake or alligator and hurricane. However, we do have centipede and bugs, we raised chickens, they cleared those bugs. We have flash floods sometimes with extreme heavy rainfalls. The climate in Maui is fantastic. The average 80s degree is year round! The property tax is the lowest in the nation. Downsides are tax on foods and homes are expensive.
Hi John, Typically it will be an older home from the 50s-80s that will have some updates to varying degrees. I just showed a 4 bedroom home listed at $400K that had some really decent updates, move in ready BUT the roof is older. It depends on the exact location too.
Why does the RED TIDE never make it? It's a constant problem on the gulf, #1 beaches?...siesta key, clearwater....dead fish, irratated breathing, skin rashes. Cant go 2 weeks without high alert warning!
Hi Cheryl! Great questions. Is it conservative? It depends on who you talk to... LOL! I think it used to be more conservative, but maybe now a little bit less. I would say there is a balance. If any passionate locals see my comment here, if they are more liberal they will say it is too conservative. If they are conservative they will say it isn't conservative enough. 😂 Prices close to the beach - it is hard to answer without more information. Condo or home? How many bedrooms? How close is close? Everyone's definition is different. Some mean they want to walk to the beach. Others mean a 15 minute drive. If you would, shoot me an email at jill@jillwillsell.com and fill me in a bit more about what you have in mind and I can answer you a lot better. Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to ask questions - even though I probably wasn't as thorough as you would have liked. 😀
Yes, it is politically conservative. I lived in Sarasota for eight years and still have friends who reside there. It is resoundingly Republican and it is usual to see pickup trucks with the confederate flag in the window. When I lived there, 30,000 votes mysteriously "disappeared" from the City of Sarasota (as opposed to Sarasota County, which is "whiter").
You should be more scared of the drug addicts, the racist with guns ,and having your A/C on 24/7 from the heat and humidity (95 degrees in March ). A million ppl move to Florida every day so just expect to compete with super rich tourist/old people for affordable housing and show up to the beach at 7am just to enjoy YOUR hometown. The government prefers tourist dollars over Floridians safety and interest so once you move here be ready to deal with the train wreck and scare resources
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I do love to live in Sarasota, 🌴 but there are a few things I can live without. Thanks for watching! 😀
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West Florida is the capital of the sinkhole!! you can gamble with your money in one minute you can lose everything and the insurance companies not going to be there for you!! good luck!
@@janosnemeth4793 There has never been a known sinkhole in Sarasota or Manatee Counties. Just like anything else, I cannot say there never could be one but it isn’t an issue here. Thanks for watching!
@@jillwillsell sink holes appear due to removing all the water below the ground surface as in where they grow strawberries... lots of sink holes near Plant City and Dover
@@skynebula11 That is good to know. Honestly, I never researched why there are sinkholes in Florida just because (up to this point at least) it is a non-issue in my market. Thanks for the watching the video and this insight. 🤓
Jill, what is the medical care like in your area? I have heard the medical care in Florida is substandard and that it’s very difficult to get an appointment with a doctor. What major medical facilities are in the Sarasota area? Hope to hear back from you. Thank you.
Too expensive ! We are being pushed out of our long time neighborhoods .. Very sad .
I grew up here. It was paradise until the 80’s. Beaches are beautiful, but over-crowded...think Atlantic City NJ on a Sunday afternoon. All the orange groves are gone due to over-development, so you won’t smell the beautiful fragrance of orange blossoms. Traffic is horrendous.
I’m at third generation Floridian. This video was making me laugh literally.
@badinstinctsUA-cam torn down around 1968
My sister has lived there 30 yrs. Due to people escaping California,NY and Jersey the roads are more congested. Not to mention I was told the sewer system has been released into the ocean twice now.
are you sure though about the sewer system? or just a rumor? i'm pretty sure the rich people in the area won't be happy about that. i don't think a nice community like sarasota would let that happen. that kind of thing usually happens in run down areas but not nice areas. but i could be wrong.
We moved back to Ohio 14 yrs ago, after living close to Naples, Florida on the SW coast. We were there 25 yrs. Over the years we were there it grew so fast. The traffic was awful, restaurants always crowded. Way to many people. Beaches crowded. It wasn't as bad in the Summer. But I cannot imagine how crowded it is now.
@@sharoncrawford7192 Amen , Way too many people now! Traffic is clogging up all the streets. Forget I75! Dangerous and Ridiculous! Madness! You all can have at it. See Ya.
Most of the transplants here are sadly from the fkg midwest.
Thank you for this. I moved down from Maryland 2 years ago it was best decision I ever made. 10 minutes from the gulf!
Enjoy..It was beautiful back in the 80s 90s
I see so many comments saying "oh it used to be great in the 80s." When the reality of it is, the 1980s was the best decade there ever was and people feel nostalgic towards it and yearn to have those years back. The truth is, there is pollution and gentrification and construction happening everywhere and all over the world. So what are we supposed to do? Are we expected to run from this and to not enjoy because it's no longer the 1980s? To all these people saying this...get off your ass and do something about. There are plenty of people like me who moved here and are productive and good citizens. Stop being so negative and assuming ownership and feeling so entitled. If you don't like the change, then do something about it! Be the change that you wanna see, and stop yearning about your 1980s memories. ENJOY THE NOW and be greatful for what you have. Period.
This idea that it’s only happening in Sarasota is comical. People do the same thing here in CO. Natives be like: “I have special rights to this area before you, because my mom crotch dropped me here”. Lmao.
Traffic in Sarasota on one lane roads is outrageous, from NYC. Lakewood ranch is the worst. 40 minutes to get to Publix 3 miles away.
@Axis of Energy. You're right that's terrible 😔
Sarasota was once paradise. The past 5-10 years it changed-so much development, so many new people- who arent real nice either, getting very expensive, liked to see the tourists come, lived to see them leave. No more Sarasota for me.
It's no longer the Sarasota we grew up in !!! Overcrowded, overpriced. Lost it's charm around 1980s. Shame so many people requiring much new construction has ruined Nature. Housing is no longer affordable. Too many tourists and out of state transplants have me wondering where to move to ??
North FL panhandle.
I have bigger problems with the local government approving these construction homes because it’s up to our county to say yes and they don’t seem to care about building and 100 home community on a busy one lane road full of potholes, with schools already overflowing with 200 extra students. They justify all these businesses and people moving here as “good for the economy” but the cost of living has skyrocketed as we compete with wealthy tourist and the new jobs are minimum wage employment that nobody can live off of. Sad to see the area go backwards
@@commonsense6967 hurricanes
They can try to make Sarasota as enticing as they want but in the water it's a different story. It's polluted and it's getting worse. Our last red tide outbreak lasted a year-and-a-half killed everything all the way up to dolphins and turtles and now they're trying to link it to cognitive disorders when you've been exposed to it. Yeah come on down to Sarasota or any part of Southwest Florida, the water's great!
They keep building and building and yes red tide is a NORMAL thing anymore...Run run ..There are BETTER places to live..............Overrated...Been here 40 years and THEY ARE DESTROYING IT !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
The thing is, this is everywhere...so what are you guna do? Run from it? Not me, I'm standing my ground and it's still a beautiful paradise if you know the right parts to go to
@@loucollins6367 not bad but you can't go wrong with Sarasota County, Charlotte County and anywhere in the Miami/Dade and Ft. Lauderdale areas
The heat is brutal in the summer...BRUTAL!
Don't y'all have air conditioning?
I think she's so funny when she starts with snakes alligators and bugs I'm worried about criminals and hurricanes.
+Hector Carrillo Lol!!! That is so funny. A hurricane would cause greater damage but I see more snakes in a year than I do storms. Haha!!!
Thanks for watching.
Most storms at the news tell you that I like going to kill you oh true I’m literally limping for my whole life and never ran away from a ⛈ It’s actually not that bad
High crime areas for sure!!
I agree
the picked up the call girls, but the didn't get the real criminals.
Sarasota has Gone from a quiet gem to a NIGHTMARE
You are Very right. That’s why they say. The Good Old Days. Man fucks up everything that is Good.
Yep.
Yep
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Why is it a nightmare?
Stayed at the Westin hotel in downtown Sarasota a few times. Amazing views from there roof top pool and bar. I went on the cruise 🚢 boat across the street and it took us past all the beautiful homes on the water. Went down to St. Armand’s circle ⭕️ beautiful restaurant and shops and lido beach is a little walk away from there. I should of bought something in 2018 because prices skyrocketed since then but still plan on moving close to there.
thanks for the memories. i grew up in Sarasota. left quite a while ago.went to shs 1972 grad. everything you said brought back fond memories of living there.
+Wayne Trecartin Awe!!! I am glad I was able to bring back such fond memories! Thanks for watching. 🙂
I live in Sarasota and the best site you will see is a Canadian going home with a northern under each wing 😀
It's funny when she says don't feed the alligators and then she's holding her little dog 🤣🤣
You didn't mention about the flooding problems and what areas that occurs in
it all sounds great to me....Love it in Sarasota....only downside are the snowbirds and traffic....other than that LOVE IT
Ditto!
Now with all the New Yorkers in Sarasota---with their nasty attitudes.. the late night parties and their friends parking in neighbors" parking lots.
They are moving to Spring Hill in droves too! They are parasites! Everything you said and more! I'm saying this being an ex New Yorker from the Bronx! Down here since 89'. I don't think anyone would really understand unless they've been living in Florida a long time.
This is so helpful. I never knew there is no winter in Florida.
There are no seasons. There is hot and hotter. I lived in SW Florida for 25 yrs.
The summers are aweful...its like getting snowed in for 6 months. The heat can be overwhelming. So overwhelming that people leave their million dollar homes for relief.
Never knew there was no winter in Florida? Where have you been living? With your head in the sand?
Big problem with Sarasota is there really isn’t much to do if you’re under the age of 30 unless you’re a beach person which gets old in a hurry.
That could be! Definitely personal preference. I know some young adults who love the beach, fishing, boating, etc or are into other sports, but if that isn't your thing that it would be harder. I am not a "night life" person to begin with 😝 but I have heard from others that the area isn't great for that. Thanks for watching and I do appreciate your insight as I am no longer under 30. LOL!
⭐⭐⭐ Is there anyone else watching who would like to add any other insight on what Sarasota does or doesn't offer to those under 30?
I totally disagree. There’s tons of stuff to do in Sarasota and your super close to St Pete and Tampa. As far as I’m aware it’s also one of the safest parts of Florida.
It's worse in Venice.
@@scrillathekid5562 just bars and Restaurants and retired people.
Would you agree that there is a homeless epidemic in the Sarasota/ Bradenton area?
@old greg Good question! After I saw your question, I asked a few friends who have lived here a long time what they thought. In short, everyone said no. There are a few pockets where you will see more homeless people - especially in front of Rosemary Cemetery. I have heard (is it true - ???) that cities up north ship down homeless people to Florida. There are resources here for them. Is it enough? I don't know. It is definitely not like San Francisco or Portland (I have friends in town right now from there and they have huge issues).
Thanks for watching!
There is a HUGE homeless problem in Sarasota and Bradenton and the "help" programs are a JOKE. Yes, the salvation army and rosemary cemetery have a great deal of them who hang out there but it's all over.
Bradenton for sure
How bad is the bug situation? I’m glad you covered that...but like do the palmettos fly around hitting you? Or is it just one or two that get into the house?
Good question! They are NOT flying around you. You may find them in the house but it isn't a plague. Love Bugs (which I don't think I mentioned in this video) are a little crazy. We have a love bug season and they do fly around - swarm. They don't swarm into the house but when you drive your car through a cloud of them you need to scrape them off the front of it. Lol!
Thanks for watching!
They do fly short distances
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I thank you for this. It's helped me decide that FL isn't for me, lol.
A news report from a Miami station yesterday says rents are up over 35% from last year. It will get worse.
I'll take Florida sunshine, over Phoenix sunshine any day including Saturday and Sunday. It gets up to 125 degrees!
Alligators, bugs, snakes are not the biggest problem. Unless your employer relocates you to Florida or you have plenty of financial back up, it is difficult to find a descent job that fits your job profile.
And maybe that is why there are over 200 thousands real estate agents in Florida with over 8 thousand agents just in Sarasota. Every agent tries the best to make a sale. In reality very small group of agents makes most of the sales. Even the real estate are struggling with making a descent income in Florida. The average income of a real estate agent in Florida is hardly over 30 thousand dollar annually. Agents have to pay monthly and annual fees. Agents are basically unemployed or self employed independent contractors with no real job benefits. Agents may drive around showing homes to potential buyers with no guarantee that their client will be loyal to them. A client may buy a new house directly from a builder and the agent can't do much about it. Job opportunities are really bad in Florida.
I understand what you are saying, Imie Nazwisko. I definitely have solid talks with people before they sell their home up north to move down here. I have probably lost potential sales because I don't want someone to make these huge decisions without counting the cost. It is better to be disappointed now than to struggle to find a place to work and live.
And yes.... as a Realtor, I am an independent contractor. I have a lot of fees/expenses/dues - and I don't make anything until I close on a property. It is all volunteer work until then. BUT - I love my job. I love to help people. I enjoy making these videos to help others.
Thanks for watching! 😎🌴
Great video! Thanks for sharing!
From Scotland, been on vacation many times to Sarasota, Bradenton and Englewood. Usually in September, so get the rain and heat, just missed 2 hurricanes but was in Englewood for Hurricane Irma. But if I could afford it would move over anytime
September is the worst month here, dec-june is the best.
Due to hurricanes, and the astronomical cost of homes, Florida would be a non-starter for most people.
And all the crazy people and crazy things all happen in Floridah!!
I hate the humidity .
I hear ya! It can be brutal. But then I go up north in the freezing rain for a few days and then I make peace with it for a while. 🤣
Snowbirds ruining the place. That's the worst.
We definitely get a LOT of snow birds. They lend to the extra traffic and long lines. BUT they are part of the reason why we don't have state income tax.
People here complain of boredom. Ya. the beach is great to see maybe once or twice but it isn't a life changing experience. Most people just stay home and watch TV. The summers are like being snowed in for 6 months. Everything is Bars and Restaurants and Shopping...that is it.
There is a lot of restaurants and shopping! Can't argue with that. I think the upside of being here is seeing the sun all year long. I just had people here from New York (in November) and they were so excited to see the sun. I think we get so used to it - so when I hear people ooohhhh and aaaahhhh over the sunshine, blue skies, green grass (or weeds in my yard), and all of the wild life - it is a good reminder of what we don't have to deal with. We can go shopping without wearing big, heavy coats. 😂😎🌴
@@jillwillsell you can go to Applebees in South Dakota as well...they also have shopping malls in Kansas...wow!!! People stay inside to escape the bilnding hot sun....lol....
@@stevewalther2293 Some definitely do work to escape the sun. It seems like many people are looking for change. Hot to cold. Cold to hot. I was excited when we had gray skies for a couple of days.
@@jillwillsell True!! Lol...I was shocked to see people celebrating cloudy days here...it gives us a break. Well...what I ment was, it is a shame to go through all the trouble in moving 2,000 miles to Florida only to sit inside and go to Applebees.
@@stevewalther2293 I get it! I think after a while once people are living "regular" life and not "vacation" life, you just want "stuff" near you. Although we do have some great local restaurants, an Applebees gets the job done. If that makes sense.
And YES, my friends, family and I totally embrace the cloudy days. It doesn't happen often. Especially all day long and not just the afternoon rain. Like I said above, sometimes a little change is nice. In the end, to each his own. That is why some people are good with living in Alaska. That is a hard pass from me. LOL
Lived here 20 years, everyone I know has at least one rental house. They are making tons of money. Way better than the stock market!
I have never found bugs, crocs, or snakes a problem
Know one is saying anything about Red Tide. Yum the smell of dead fish for miles on the beaches. Burns your eyes and make it heard to breathe. It’s great.
So if your living anywhere by the waterfront or on the waterfront are you eaten by mosquitoes and no-seeums?
Hi A Hagelin! It really depends on the water. I think if you are on the Bay (intercoastal) or the Gulf - not so much. If you have standing/stagnant water then that is where you will issues. There are canals behind some homes that are there more for water run off and kind of swampy - that is where you would have more problems with the insects. If you are on a wider canal (not a ditch) and the water is moving around more than I have never experienced or heard of others having issues. My parents and many friends/customers who are on "ponds" or "lakes" (retention ponds) and they don't experience problems either.
Also, if you have a nice lanai or a cage over your pool, than you are rarely out where those little guys will get to you. The screens block most of that.
If there is anyone else out there who has experienced something to the contrary - please jump into this conversation. 🌴
Where would the most affordable housing (and renting)? I'm debating on moving down the the area next year or in a couple years after finishing some college. Either way, I'm definitely moving down and I'm just looking around the area so I have an idea on what's available.
I've heard Northport is the most affordable area in the Sarasota area so I've been looking around there.
Hi Brian! Yes, right now, generally speaking, North Port would be the most affordable. There are a mix of older homes and somewhat newer homes. Just have to be careful - many are on well and septic. Some people don't care for that. Right now, NEW construction in Parrish (in Manatee County, NE of Sarasota) has more affordable new homes. That area is really building up! In those new communities there will be HOA dues and often CDD fees. Not sure what CDD fees are? Watch episode 23.
@@jillwillsell thanks for the info! I'll check those places out
Hi, i live in North Port and it's very nice here, with soooo much new construction and developments both residential and commercial, lots of room to grow, and it is the cheapest for sure and very safe.
@@bobbyatman273 that's one of the places I've looked at in that area. Definitely at the top of the list right now. I hope to visit sometime late summer/early fall to look around, if everything goes to plan
Thanks for the good comments Bobby and Brian. I am planning on doing a video about North Port in the next couple of weeks. I like the area. I have had friends live there when their kids were little and the town offers a lot to families. Thanks for watching! 🤓
I still can’t understand can I build a gazebo in my back yard in north port or I need a permit and engineers plans!
You would have to call the town of North Port or go in there to find that out. I did have someone recently buy in NP and ends up they were limited on the size of shed they could put in the back yard. 😎🌴
@@jillwillsell I did, they are pretty vague about it, they do ask for "engineers plans" and keep on mentioning hurricanes as a reason, but gazebos (self built or from home depot do not come with it)
@@bobbyatman273 Oh, boy. That is a good one. Then I would suggest contacting an actual "shed" company that covers the area and pick their brains. The Buyers I mentioned bought a shed through a local company and they schooled them on what they could and could not do. I am not saying you have to buy the shed through them, but most companies are pretty good about educating folks. Just like I do with my videos. I don't always sell to everyone who calls me. If you want, I can get the name of the shed company these other folks used.
Hi Jill I currently own a licensed bnb in Hawaii and we want to live in a RED not BLUER THAN BLUE state. Can you help us try to find a multi generational home near or on the beach that is fully upgraded that has attached or detached rental income
potential. NO FIXER UPPERS. Thank you.
Hi Peter! LOL! Yeah, if you would, shoot me an email with your contact info. Let's talk about this more in detail. Thanks!! jill@jillwillsell.com
We full
Excellent video! Thanks a lot!
No state income tax is not a bad thing!
I lived in North Carolina for 16 years and you paid state and property taxes even on your personal vehicles and yes we have had hurricanes hit on their coast.
I live on an island surrounded by man-eating alligators. It's much less scary than being back in California.
Lol I'm living the nightmare in California. Looking to move to a safer place. Would love to have to only worry about bugs, critters, and gators.
@@KobeMonster007 Come to Northwest Central Florida. No crime. I never lock my doors. No homeless. People are so kind. We get four seasons, much nicer than Sarasota and south. We got millions of geckos to eat the bugs but even the bugs are cool. I know I'm not supposed to let the secret out, but this is paradise found, my friend. And it's still cheap. Shhhhh....
Hurricane IRMA 2017 TORE UP MY ROOF AND CARPORT IN SARASOTA AND DESTROYED MY NEIGHBORS STORAGE SHED CARPORT AND MANY ROOFS SO YES IT DOES HAPPEN IN SARASOTA HURRICANES
Do sellers in florida accept a sale contingency, putting in an offer when their existing home is in contract. Then proceeds from home will go towards down payment on new home?
In the Sarasota area, I would see this on occasion. It isn't very common. In todays market, it is happening evening less. Sellers are receiving multiple offers so they are typically choosing the offers with the fewest contingencies.
Let me know if you have any other questions.
Thanks, I wouldn't call your comments bad things :). I live in NJ and you've peaked my interest as far a a place I may want to retire in the next two years.
Good to know Seattle is more traffic though.
I am sure! Our traffic is worse during season. Summer and fall- not too bad.
6th Gen Floridian here and this Video is being kind to say the least .... This invasion be it Foreign or Domestic has destroyed real Floridians way of life and culture ... Stay where your at !
The "real", Floridians? You mean the Seminole, Creeks, Cayuga and all the others that were murdered, raped and destroyed for centuries after white people arrived?
Destroyed by endless housing developments
Thank you for your honest review
Thanks for watching!! 👍
@@jillwillsell let me know when the forbearance ones flood the market ...
@@josephguastella8037 I will! It will be interesting to see how this plays out in the next year or two. I will say, in Sarasota and Manatee Counties, many purchases are paid in cash. For instance, in December of 2020, cash sales made up approximately 25-50% of the sales (varied by homes vs. condos and Sarasota vs Manatee counties). I say that to say, because of the higher number of cash sales, the number of homes that will go into foreclosure will be less in this area compared to other areas of the country or even the state of Florida. This area is a little more stable. It isn't perfect and I don't want to be overly optimistic but I think the cash purchases do help.
@@jillwillsell that you can thank our NY Governor Coumo ... its a mad exit from NYC we have seen a drastic increase of inflated values in NY suburbs too... its a bubble waiting to burst as the fed keeps printing monies 🤷🏽♂️
I love Sarasota County but I prefer to recreate on Saint Armand’s Circle than Sista Key . Now nearby Bradentucky . It is yucky except for the barrier islands , Anna Maria and all . The islands I love .
If you're fat, the North feels much better. If you're skinny, Florida is the best, all year. I've been both and so speaking from experience.
I would think no state income tax would be a PLUS to living there! I'm visiting next month and I really hate snakes - am I going to see them every day?!
No state income tax is a huge plus! I was trying to be more tongue-in-cheek. 😝
I go through waves of seeing snakes and not seeing them. Just last month there was one on my lanai. My friends' kids like to catch them. They are harmless, but they are around. Then in some of the new construction communities there could be more critters and different animals roaming because there homes have been destroyed. There could be snakes or even wild boars. I have some stories about those. Especially farther south. Most likely, you will never see a snake.
Enjoy your time here and thanks for watching!!!
@Sarah Rai Just had ANOTHER snake on my lanai tonight. Waaaaahhhh!!!! It was a corn snake. Harmless, but I don't care. For some reason they come on my lanai. Usually, I can sweep them out the back door but for some reason tonight I couldn't deal with it. I was out late showing homes and I am too tired to deal with it. Dad to the rescue!!! My parents live on a lake (AKA retention pond) and they never see them.
I loved in a neighboring county to Sarasota that was more rural and saw one harmless snake in 4 years. Don’t worry you’ll love Florida.
Just remember that state income taxes pay for services (assuming that corrupt state officials aren't pocketing them).
She is a poor jealous women...sarasota is number1 in usa
Do any houses have gas stoves?
Yes, some neighborhoods do offer gas, but not all.
Thanks for watching! Let me know if you have any other questions.
You forgot two things…. 1. It’s illegal to catch rain water (bty they have the nastiest pipe water…nearly killed my animals), 2. The constant threat and harassment of hurricanes allllllll summer long. Also summer there is about 6 months long. The outside stuff has to come inside. In and out, in and out…,to infinity!
It is not only legal but encouraged by Sarasota County to catch rain water. They sell rain barrels made from recycle plastic for $30.
It’s not as bad as the Amazon jungle nor Australia outback. I’m looking forward to moving there in the future. I’ve been living in the Washington DC swamp; summertime is nasty here, not only the weather also the people.
+Joseph Gunawan So true! I doubt it is as bad as those places!!!
Thanks for watching!
Summers are compared to the Amazon or Africa....seriously.
Careful what you wish for. I have lived in both Sarasota and DC, and Sarasota is worse in terms of unrelenting heat and humidity, as well as nasty people (too many trucks with the Confederate flag hung in the back windows).
Well, you should move to Sarasota if you are older than 60! This place is a cemetery after 9:00 PM. If you are a party person you'll have to go to Tampa which is an hour away! Also, Sarasota is an OVERPRICE place. Most of the houses here were built during the 70s and 80s and owners want to sell them like they are brand new!
Very interesting. Thanks. Peace.
snakes dont have POISON! They have venom ;) From Port Charlotte Now a Yooper. Great video.
Thanks for the info! I know nothing about 🐍 except I don’t care for them. 😖 Thanks for watching! 🤓
To much hoopla in Fl
Lived there 16 yrs. Hated it.
Ppl drive like crazy nuts and the state is backwards
The medical field is a horror to.
With all the seniors you would think better health care would exist.
Misquotes are huge. Welts like egg from bites.
Some winters were cold and you do need a coat at times but does not last. The humidity in summer with rain is a horror. Hardly ever out june thru sept. Dripping in sweat.
Are alligators not a danger being everywhere even in neighborhoods?
They have the potential to be dangerous, but it is NOT a common issue. You just have to respect them, not feed them, or allow children or small animals near bodies of water where they might be. If I saw one in my neighborhood, I would call animal control and they would re-home it. I have a friend with the police department in Charlotte County (to the south of us) and he has been called to Sarasota to help with removing them. It is very rare to hear that people have been hurt by a gator. I canoe in the Peace River with them. Lol!
@@jillwillsell do the high raised buildings have less bugs than ranch houses?
@@beyondtwieve5180 Yes, I would say so. I have definitely still seen dead bugs in vacant condos so it doesn't mean that they won't be there. But they were DEAD. That is the good part. Typically, the association sprays for bugs on a monthly basis (usually part of your dues) so it keeps it under control. Plus, being off the ground helps too. Once when showing a condo that was pretty high up we saw a tiny lizard (gecko) in the bathroom. I was able to capture it and put it on the balcony, thinking I was doing something good for it. Within 30 seconds the poor thing jumped off the side. 😢 Poor little lizard.
Good luck getting a real job in Sarasota. This is often overlooked in these types of videos.
Every system has their issues.
Take a twist week vacation and explore.
Yes Florida is the capital of World and gators, racoons. foxes, reptiles.
Orher states have their criteria issues..Boston we have critters, bugs, racoons,and Blizzards.
Thanks for watching, Karen!
Now you have hurricane 😢
What about sinkholes?
Thanks for your honesty I love warm weather but I am not so crazy about those snakes and the other animals 🤔🙀
Haha! I hear ya! I do NOT like the snakes at all. Thankfully, my Carly (dog) alerts me. The other critters don't bother me as much. :-) Thanks for watching!
No affordable housing here in Sarasota
It is definitely a struggle for a lot of Buyers.... especially in the areas with a Sarasota address. I would recommend a couple of things - try North Port (still Sarasota County but farther south). The homes tend to be newer and for less money. Another option is new construction, especially in Parrish. If a Buyer qualifies, many of the new communities up there are eligible for a USDA loan which means 100% financing. If someone doesn't have a lot of cash, this is a good option. Plus, the house is brand new! You are not looking at replacing an AC or roof in the near future. But, you are right, the struggle is real!
I appreciate you watching! 😀
I'm about to obtain my PhD in Computer Science in Poland. Living in Sarasota is my dream and I love the US. Unfortunately it's nearly impossible to win the visa lottery so I will probably never realize my dreams. Such is life...
I am sorry. I am sure Poland is lovely in other ways.
@@jillwillsell It is! Have a great day!
I love the heat but I'm terrified of both crocodiles and alligators. 😂 I've never actually seen them outside of zoos.
Haha! I understand. I honestly, I had never seen an alligator just roaming around UNTIL last Friday. I pulled through the gate of golf course community to show a condo and a toddler gator cut across the road. I ALMOST ran it over because the road was dark and we were under trees so it blended into the road. 😱 Unfortunately, I wasn't able to get a picture. Gators are pretty common on golf courses. If you want to move to Florida, I wouldn't let the fear of alligators stop you.
Thanks so much for watching!
You love dripping in sweat and showering twice a day.
Dear Jill, FYI , i too live in Sarasota and have never been bitten by a poisonous snake. Poison needs to ingested and venom is always injected. You can drink venom and not die but no so with being bitten. The Toxins in venom attack your nervous system and respiratory system, very painful. Guess how I know.
Wow!!! 😮 I never knew that. Thanks for sharing and watching! 🐍😃
Remember that the alligators were here way before we were here. Until the population growth slows down or the government puts a stop to allowing companies build these multi family homes and taking the widelifes habitat.
That's not a palmetto bug that's an American roach please google , and if YOU have them that's because you might need to do some good cleaning...
Not affordable .. The people that keep it going are the average worker .. Nurse / CNA/ hotel / restraunts / labor .. Not realistic and its growing too fast / building ..the round a bouts make no sense .
When people come down and ask what are the biggest industries/occupations here I definitely include these... and a few more. But, I do like the roundabouts. Just not the one at Venice Ave and Jacaranda. 🤪 Thanks for watching!!
Great video thanks
Let’s that if you’re going down bee Ridge around 6 o’clock you’re not going very fast or far And also all public potsmoking on be On the beach is a legal
I was visiting from Ohio, and I received a toll road citation in the mail. Thought the toll roads were only on the highway with a booth. Thx for the nice video 👍🏾
Yes!! You are right. There are definitely less toll booths and more getting a bill in the mail. Definitely something non locals are aware of. There really isn’t any in Sarasota County but definitely in Tampa. Thanks for watching.
Try living on the EAST COAST - Palm Beach....
Hi, just curious is Sarasota good for arthritis or chronic pain relief and allergies? I'm from TX
Wow! Good question. Honestly, I don't know. I know WAAAAY back in the day, people moved here for health reasons but I think it had more to do with getting out of the cold weather. I know of people who live here and still have issues with allergies, fibromyalgia, etc. My sinsuses drive me batty at times and there is almost always something in bloom. Maybe these issues aren't as bad for people compared to other parts of the States, but I cannot say for certain.
Thanks for watching!!!
Mosquitos 🦟!! Ahhh no thanks!🙀
I’m thinking of moving back and the idea of those damn palmetto bugs is almost enough to make me not want to go back lol not even kidding my skin is crawling right now thinking about it
Thanks for your information.😊
Thank you for watching! 😃
Aren't you worried those gators won't flip your canoe or kayak?
No, not really. If we see them than we steer away. But for all we know there is one under us. Lol!!! So far so good. Thanks for watching, Sonia!
I have swam, skied, fished, and kayaked in Texas bayous for years and no issues with gators. It’s the shoreline areas you need to be careful about if they’re close. You learn to just be mindful but they spook easily too, esp if there’s a lot of traffic.
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Why does every news story about crazy, unhinged or wacky behavior start with "Florida man"? That is my biggest concern with living in Florida, too many crazies.
🤪 I understand! I felt the same way before I moved here. And that was pre-internet! Lol! Not so bad once you are here. Lol!
Thanks for the comment. Made me laugh.
It's due to a few things #1 is the freedom of information act on police records. They are available to anyone at any time. Most other states don't allow such freedom of this information. #2 and the biggest reason Florida is termed a transit state, something on the order of 50k a year people move in and out of the state. They have a huge number of HOMLESS that live off the grid in abandoned homes (that's right abandoned) ,, and let's not forget Florida is a gateway for drugs entering the US. It's not unusual to here of multi-million drug busts.
#3 so do your homework, there are nice safe neighborhoods but there Expensive. Sure you can get a home cheap here, but there's a reason there cheap. By the way I live in Weston Florida myself, nice area
@@SuperMassman My sister lived in Weston, nice area sadly though the neighbors were on top of each other
West Coast ?
Yep! West coast. An hour south of Tampa, 2 hours from Orlando, and maybe 2-2.5 hours north of Naples.
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What do have to say about Bradenton
Hi Nancy! Bradenton is a good area. Just like Sarasota, some areas might be more appealing to you than others. Part of Lakewood Ranch has a LWR mailing address and part has Bradenton. I really like Palm Aire in Bradenton. There is also some areas of neat, older homes too.
Feel free to email me or call with any specific questions. jill@jillwillsell.com or 941.544.1160
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My buddy's and I have been buying up half million dollar properties in 34237 and turning them into airbnbs. They are cash cows!
I am scared of snake, alligator and hurricane and heavy humidity. I moved to Maui from CA five years ago. There is no snake or alligator and hurricane. However, we do have centipede and bugs, we raised chickens, they cleared those bugs. We have flash floods sometimes with extreme heavy rainfalls. The climate in Maui is fantastic. The average 80s degree is year round! The property tax is the lowest in the nation. Downsides are tax on foods and homes are expensive.
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What can I get in Sarasota for 350 to 400 k
Hi John, Typically it will be an older home from the 50s-80s that will have some updates to varying degrees. I just showed a 4 bedroom home listed at $400K that had some really decent updates, move in ready BUT the roof is older. It depends on the exact location too.
No state income tax is a great thing.
+I. Can For sure!!!
Why does the RED TIDE never make it? It's a constant problem on the gulf, #1 beaches?...siesta key, clearwater....dead fish, irratated breathing, skin rashes. Cant go 2 weeks without high alert warning!
Palmetto bug sounds so much fancier than cockroach
Yes! Palmetto bug sounds like a tropical insect. Cockroach sounds dirty. LOL!
Is Sarasota conservative? We are coming from the west coast w cash. What are home prices close to beach like?
Hi Cheryl! Great questions. Is it conservative? It depends on who you talk to... LOL! I think it used to be more conservative, but maybe now a little bit less. I would say there is a balance. If any passionate locals see my comment here, if they are more liberal they will say it is too conservative. If they are conservative they will say it isn't conservative enough. 😂
Prices close to the beach - it is hard to answer without more information. Condo or home? How many bedrooms? How close is close? Everyone's definition is different. Some mean they want to walk to the beach. Others mean a 15 minute drive. If you would, shoot me an email at jill@jillwillsell.com and fill me in a bit more about what you have in mind and I can answer you a lot better.
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to ask questions - even though I probably wasn't as thorough as you would have liked. 😀
Yes, it is politically conservative. I lived in Sarasota for eight years and still have friends who reside there. It is resoundingly Republican and it is usual to see pickup trucks with the confederate flag in the window. When I lived there, 30,000 votes mysteriously "disappeared" from the City of Sarasota (as opposed to Sarasota County, which is "whiter").
Yeah sun year round except for Hurricanes and boundless thunderstorms!!!!
Middle class obliterated!!!! Too much traffic!!! Too expensive!!! Everyone struggling financially!! Take $2.000,000 down and you will be o k!!!
Are those really downsides?
Some are some are more tongue in cheek. 😉 Thanks for watching!
You should be more scared of the drug addicts, the racist with guns ,and having your A/C on 24/7 from the heat and humidity (95 degrees in March ). A million ppl move to Florida every day so just expect to compete with super rich tourist/old people for affordable housing and show up to the beach at 7am just to enjoy YOUR hometown. The government prefers tourist dollars over Floridians safety and interest so once you move here be ready to deal with the train wreck and scare resources
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Would Sarasota be the best city in Florida?