Well we just moved to Tampa from New Hampshire in December, over the weekend we went looking for homes in Parrish and we are excited to say we found a brand new Villa and are extremely anxious for it to be completed so we can close and begin our new life in our new Florida home. Thank you for your incite on Parrish FL. I am not at all detoured by your 9 reasons to NOT move to Parrish. I am actually optimistic about the future of Parrish as you are not the only one I have heard from as far as the future growth of Parrish.
It’s a great area we lived out there for years and had to sell our home when Covid had just begun and didn’t make the money like they started to 7 mos later and had to move because of our son needed us. Our home was only 2yrs old and when we bought it we paid $270,000 with low interest rate no CDD fee went to NC and couldn’t afford anything. Came back to Florida and we’re renting. This being said you’re from the New England States and also people from New York have sold thier homes made a lot of money and ofcourse you’re able to afford these prices now plus have extra. We have no taxes so everyone has run to Florida and chased us native Floridians out that are living on SS only. Florida has never been a state that people made a high income that’s why it’s been a place for middle income and retirees that never had high paid jobs. Daily Uhaul trucks are loading up and leaving. Extremely sad what’s happened to our state. Congratulations I hope you enjoy your new Brand New Villa. New Yorkers kept thier high paying jobs and have set up to work remotely from home and sold thier places for over a million and come down here and were able to buy a home for $600,000 on the water w/ a pool. I knew someone that did that in 2019.
@@wendyouellette get away from the East Coast....the whole East Coast is just South New Jersey...The whole State of Florida is just South New Jersey...yuck...
@@wendyouellette the northerners have been coming to Florida to retire for over 50 years. And they have always brought a lot of cash with them. In banking we call it, Florida where all the money ends up coming to. This is why there are so many banks here. Anyway even 30 years ago, they were buying condos and homes for $150,000 cash and would have 300-400,000 in the bank from the home they sold up north. The numbers are just bigger because of inflation. This is just the way it goes. My parents home 50 years ago was 35,000 now it’s 450,000. Right here in Florida older home community from the 50’s. In their eyes it should be like 150,000. But that will now get you a mobile home.
@@jazzyflorida3757 I know but I think they’re going to get a rude awakening. Property taxes are rising which we’ve always had low. Also insurance companies are pulling out and people are already having a hard time finding insurance. East Coast that’s where they’re really going to hit them because of the hurricanes and the big condominiums are beginning to drop off in the Atlantic. You wait they won’t be able to get insurance very easy and if they do the companies that stay will be outrageous. All the beautiful things Florida had to offer retirees will be gone before they realize it. We found another Florida and I’m very excited about it. If we hadn’t signed another lease we would be moving soon. We had just bought a brand new home in 2018, No CDD , Hoa was very affordable because no pool to worry about. We’ve built 5 homes in Manatee County and we were tossing up the idea whether to leave or not and went for a ride on the weekend and found this beautiful home that was put under contract twice before us and one was military and he was called away and the other family I guess they couldn’t get thier loan. My husband talked me into buying for a couple years then leave. Not realizing Covid would hit we made a great deal because Lennar was done in the subdivision and cut a great deal. We filled out the paperwork and in 10 days we had the home. Right after we bought our son’s wife left him and took him for everything so he talked us into selling and moving near Raleigh NC. Ofcourse my dream was to move to NC. My husband was almost 70 and his health was going down so we sold and went. We could kick ourselves. Had the low 2.6 interest rate, helped the young couple get the home and left. Got up to NC in the middle of Covid and prices were ridiculously high everywhere, helped our son with everything and he found another girl, got married without telling us and immediately she blocked us. We never saw the grandkids anymore so we came back and it’s the worst thing we did. We’re leaving and can’t wait. Found a place that’s like Florida always was and homes are very reasonable, no state income tax. Retirees and middle class are beginning to find the area and moving so I’m ready. We did look at a mobile home in Lakeland and sadly to say everybody pays cash for them. This was new and we had a lot down and couldn’t buy it. Yet we got our home in 10 days that was much more expensive. Oh well God will take care of us and show us the way. It’ll be interesting to see what happens here.
I find your videos so informative... and there's something special in your voice and pronunciation that I really enjoy since English isn't my first language. We are considering to move to Parrish from Miami, it looks like a beautiful and quiet place. Thank you for your videos!
Thanks, Daniel! I appreciate the encouragement 😊. Parrish and the surrounding areas are great places to consider as they each offer something to fit every lifestyle. We’ve certainly found beauty & peaceful quiet living here☺️
#10 reason, Manatee county , including Parrish ,is low elevation which is prone to flooding , you may want to visit after heavy rain before moving there.
Hi James. I discuss the flood issue in this video & provide the FEMA flood map link so people can look. Many communities are actually elevated to X zones & not prone to flooding. We've lived here 10 years & never had flooding of any sort in our neighborhood. During our summer rainy season, you are correct that the streets flood easily as well as low-lying fields & that is definitely something worth noting. I see people still driving crazy & hydroplaning all the time🙄. Older areas with older homes are also less likely to have elevated lots & they are susceptible to flooding as well. That's why it's always good for anyone moving here to research the flood maps.
Parrish and North Palmetto used to be affordable but now all the people from richer states moved down and are chasing people like us that have lived in Florida all our lives out of Florida. It used to be the retirement state and middle class but now it’s very unaffordable! Very Sad!
@@stevewalther2293 I just read where we have a large number of New Yorkers that have sold thier homes for a ton of money and they have high paying jobs there. Most make a million or over a year and we made $55,000 or less. They’re keeping thier jobs and working remotely down here making that kind of money so they’re the ones chasing us out. They like the low taxes and ofcourse the weather. Houses are affordable for them and we’re renting high rent. Uhaul trucks are leaving Florida every week. I know my husband and I can’t live here on only SS so I’m October we found 3 areas that’s affordable for retirees and middle class with children. And you’re right there’s jobs all over but how can they live on less than $18.00 an hour? My husband ran a company for years and years would hire them and they didn’t like site work so they’d come in a day or so and never see them again. People don’t want to work. We’re from the age group that started working at age 15 and we bought our own cars and clothes now the kids feel entitled. We certainly have a mess in this country.
@@stevewalther2293 oh my the traffic is horrible. When we bought our first home out there I was used to being in Bradenton which wasn’t extremely busy but I am more of a city girl. What I mean by that I like to be right beside Publix and a few restaurants. We moved in our home and there was nothing out there. As time went on it started growing up and I loved it. Just perfect. Sadly my husband lost his job back when the recession hit in 2008 and we had just remodeled everything and had to short sale it. Back to renting. The home would’ve been paid off. We’re taking a trip in October we heard of a few different areas they classify as middle class and retirees. I’ve looked it’s so affordable. I’m pretty excited. Get away from all this crazy traffic and get settled. Been married 50yrs and now we’re on the move. Not only is the traffic heavy ppl don’t know how to drive. 😂
@@jazzyflorida3757 definitely!! I was born in PA and my parents moved down when when I was 4. I’ve always lived here and thought when my husband retires we had it made. Boy I got a rude awakening. Been married 50yrs and we’re looking for a cheaper place to go move to outta here. Every day I read about the influx of ppl coming in and all the retirees and middle class headed out. We found a few places we’re going to look at in October and praying we find something. I’m pretty sure the one area we will. Sounds like what our area used to be like. At our age it’s hard to move but we can’t stay here.
Is the growth being absorbed? Or are we going to see oversupply of homes in Parrish? So many new developments there, seems like way fast in past 3 years.
Absorbing so far…but I’m sure if buyer traffic slows down due to rising rates, we’ll see builders back off a bit. FL state authorities say about 1100+ people are moving to FL per day😳🤯. A normal supply of homes is 5-6 months worth of inventory. We’re at just under 3 months…so no oversupply at this time. If we see builders pull back & building less homes, then that’s a great indicator.
Last week my wife and l spotted a rattler walking trail and just last night around midnight l had spotted a moccasin snake on our sidewalk at NR Ranch.
Freaky!!😱 Yes, we certainly have the critters here. I grew up in VA, which also had lots of snakes & then moved to CO for 20 years....so I know about snakes😯😂
I hear ya!😂I've been to Michigan a few times...Detroit, Anne Arbor & Hamtramck...I know I spelled that wrong🤔, but I know the other parts I didn't see are the best!
Hi Scott! Yes👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼! There are supposed to be 2 as of now: The Parrish Village Center in North River Ranch where the new HCA hospital medical village will be (much like LWR Main Street beside LWR hospital) and then a town center off 301 near Hwy 62…ish area😉. There’s also supposed to be a Walmart (fan or not🤷♀️) & Home Depot off Moccasin Wallow, a CVS or Walgreens, miscellaneous thises & thats along the way🤣. I’ll be making some videos about each in the new year…so stay tuned🤗
Not all builders are equal. Most communities have multiple builders and they are not all the same, you have to do your research and ask buyers. Facebook all have groups you can join and ask!
Agreed, Kelly! Any place on this planet is going to have its pros & cons; some will love it while others hate it. I happen to love where I live..and if I didn’t, then I’d likely move to a place I liked better. And if I was not in a position to move away from a place I didn’t like, then I’d do my best to make the most of it & choose to find joy in my circumstances. But that’s just my personality. Things will not always go the way I want them to🤷♀️, but I make a choice to be happy anyway 😉
Hi Joseph. There are positives & negatives about every city, town or state. And it’s okay to share both so people can make an informed decision for themselves. I have other videos that share the positive. Millions of people share their opinions on social media every day, both positive & negative. You didn’t keep your opinion to yourself…and that’s okay, because you have the freedom to share it. As do I.
Sounds like the title to 1000 videos on RUclips, ha ha. But seriously, Bugs, Gators, Heat, Traffic, Crowding increasing, No Chic Fil-A, beach is too far to visit on a daily basis except when on vacation. Most of these complaints apply to any place in the country right now. I am in Virginia, and it is hot as Hades, the roads are crowded, I can't get in the pool when I want it, I am not going to the trouble of driving to the Chic Fil-A in bumper to bumper traffic, I don't want food delivery coming to my house, I don't care about schools because I am old like most people. The list goes on. Except, it is butt cold here in winter, and it ain't in Parrish, Florida or anywhere else in Florida. So that is what most videos just waste time not saying, when they say "don't move here". Best wishes.
@@BrisLS1 I miss Hills Waterfalls Mountains Valleys Cool crisp air... Cliffs....Florida has none of those... The whole state of Florida is flat...very very flat...average elevation is 30 feet above sea level...and it's all sand... That's why it's so hot here. The beaches are not life changing experiences either...nothing like Hawaii or Bora Bora...or Mediterranean...lol...
@@BrisLS1 Get away from the East Coast...go further inland...A small town in Iowa or Montana is heaven on earth...friendly people who are glad your there...I once spent 3 weeks in Northern North Dakota...believe it or not...I've never met happy people like that....
🤣Right?? It's so funny to read on local platforms when people complain about the bugs, gators, traffic, heat....like, duh? I'm from VA, (Richmond & Mechanicsville) so I remember how hot summers were (are) and even worse humidity than here in FL..IMO. And then when I lived in CO for 20+ years...the complaints about the hail (granted...it was brutal) and the snow/ice...again...duh! And agreed...complaints apply to any area in our country...so just pick a place you enjoy and make it better! We love FL!
Man, I'd love to visit Bora Bora or the Mediterranean one day!! I lived in CO for 20 years and had my fill of hills, mountains, cool crisp air..so FL has been a nice change for us. Yes...very flat indeed. Our house in Monument, CO was just under 7,000 ft elevation....but also LOTS of snow & ice (not to mention killer hail!)
Well we just moved to Tampa from New Hampshire in December, over the weekend we went looking for homes in Parrish and we are excited to say we found a brand new Villa and are extremely anxious for it to be completed so we can close and begin our new life in our new Florida home. Thank you for your incite on Parrish FL. I am not at all detoured by your 9 reasons to NOT move to Parrish. I am actually optimistic about the future of Parrish as you are not the only one I have heard from as far as the future growth of Parrish.
Welcome! Agreed! These things didn’t deter us either. Enjoy your new home town..we do😎
It’s a great area we lived out there for years and had to sell our home when Covid had just begun and didn’t make the money like they started to 7 mos later and had to move because of our son needed us. Our home was only 2yrs old and when we bought it we paid $270,000 with low interest rate no CDD fee went to NC and couldn’t afford anything. Came back to Florida and we’re renting. This being said you’re from the New England States and also people from New York have sold thier homes made a lot of money and ofcourse you’re able to afford these prices now plus have extra. We have no taxes so everyone has run to Florida and chased us native Floridians out that are living on SS only. Florida has never been a state that people made a high income that’s why it’s been a place for middle income and retirees that never had high paid jobs. Daily Uhaul trucks are loading up and leaving. Extremely sad what’s happened to our state. Congratulations I hope you enjoy your new Brand New Villa. New Yorkers kept thier high paying jobs and have set up to work remotely from home and sold thier places for over a million and come down here and were able to buy a home for $600,000 on the water w/ a pool. I knew someone that did that in 2019.
@@wendyouellette get away from the East Coast....the whole East Coast is just South New Jersey...The whole State of Florida is just South New Jersey...yuck...
@@wendyouellette the northerners have been coming to Florida to retire for over 50 years. And they have always brought a lot of cash with them. In banking we call it, Florida where all the money ends up coming to. This is why there are so many banks here. Anyway even 30 years ago, they were buying condos and homes for $150,000 cash and would have 300-400,000 in the bank from the home they sold up north. The numbers are just bigger because of inflation. This is just the way it goes. My parents home 50 years ago was 35,000 now it’s 450,000. Right here in Florida older home community from the 50’s. In their eyes it should be like 150,000. But that will now get you a mobile home.
@@jazzyflorida3757 I know but I think they’re going to get a rude awakening. Property taxes are rising which we’ve always had low. Also insurance companies are pulling out and people are already having a hard time finding insurance. East Coast that’s where they’re really going to hit them because of the hurricanes and the big condominiums are beginning to drop off in the Atlantic. You wait they won’t be able to get insurance very easy and if they do the companies that stay will be outrageous. All the beautiful things Florida had to offer retirees will be gone before they realize it. We found another Florida and I’m very excited about it. If we hadn’t signed another lease we would be moving soon. We had just bought a brand new home in 2018, No CDD , Hoa was very affordable because no pool to worry about. We’ve built 5 homes in Manatee County and we were tossing up the idea whether to leave or not and went for a ride on the weekend and found this beautiful home that was put under contract twice before us and one was military and he was called away and the other family I guess they couldn’t get thier loan. My husband talked me into buying for a couple years then leave. Not realizing Covid would hit we made a great deal because Lennar was done in the subdivision and cut a great deal. We filled out the paperwork and in 10 days we had the home. Right after we bought our son’s wife left him and took him for everything so he talked us into selling and moving near Raleigh NC. Ofcourse my dream was to move to NC. My husband was almost 70 and his health was going down so we sold and went. We could kick ourselves. Had the low 2.6 interest rate, helped the young couple get the home and left. Got up to NC in the middle of Covid and prices were ridiculously high everywhere, helped our son with everything and he found another girl, got married without telling us and immediately she blocked us. We never saw the grandkids anymore so we came back and it’s the worst thing we did. We’re leaving and can’t wait. Found a place that’s like Florida always was and homes are very reasonable, no state income tax. Retirees and middle class are beginning to find the area and moving so I’m ready. We did look at a mobile home in Lakeland and sadly to say everybody pays cash for them. This was new and we had a lot down and couldn’t buy it. Yet we got our home in 10 days that was much more expensive. Oh well God will take care of us and show us the way. It’ll be interesting to see what happens here.
This was very helpful . I appreciate the honesty along with your humor
Thanks, Marcie! Thanks for watching😊
North River Ranch is the next mini Lakewood ranch, that is going to be an amazing community. In 5-7 years it will be super developed.
I think it will still hold some Parrish charm, though!! I hope it does! Yes…will be really beautiful & convenient! 😃
I just moved to crosswind point in jan from st pete!
Hi Kathryn, Found you on here…. Thank you for your videos! I’m still looking and waiting ! Bob from Cali
I’ll be here when you’re ready!! Thanks for watching the videos & let me know if there’s a topic you’d like me to cover. 😎
I find your videos so informative... and there's something special in your voice and pronunciation that I really enjoy since English isn't my first language. We are considering to move to Parrish from Miami, it looks like a beautiful and quiet place. Thank you for your videos!
Thanks, Daniel! I appreciate the encouragement 😊. Parrish and the surrounding areas are great places to consider as they each offer something to fit every lifestyle. We’ve certainly found beauty & peaceful quiet living here☺️
#10 reason, Manatee county , including Parrish ,is low elevation which is prone to flooding , you may want to visit after heavy rain before moving there.
Hi James. I discuss the flood issue in this video & provide the FEMA flood map link so people can look. Many communities are actually elevated to X zones & not prone to flooding. We've lived here 10 years & never had flooding of any sort in our neighborhood. During our summer rainy season, you are correct that the streets flood easily as well as low-lying fields & that is definitely something worth noting. I see people still driving crazy & hydroplaning all the time🙄. Older areas with older homes are also less likely to have elevated lots & they are susceptible to flooding as well. That's why it's always good for anyone moving here to research the flood maps.
@@HomeswithNewman new communities are mostly leveled to flood x zone.
I prefer Hallandale Beach Florida beautiful city good beaches and restaurants and growing businesses and communities and a good nightlife.☀️
Yes!! That’s a beautiful area! Soooo much to do & see there. 👍🏽
Hallandale Beach? That’s not even a valid comparison. That’s like saying I prefer Orlando instead of Palm Springs.
Parrish and North Palmetto used to be affordable but now all the people from richer states moved down and are chasing people like us that have lived in Florida all our lives out of Florida. It used to be the retirement state and middle class but now it’s very unaffordable! Very Sad!
@@stevewalther2293 I just read where we have a large number of New Yorkers that have sold thier homes for a ton of money and they have high paying jobs there. Most make a million or over a year and we made $55,000 or less. They’re keeping thier jobs and working remotely down here making that kind of money so they’re the ones chasing us out. They like the low taxes and ofcourse the weather. Houses are affordable for them and we’re renting high rent. Uhaul trucks are leaving Florida every week. I know my husband and I can’t live here on only SS so I’m October we found 3 areas that’s affordable for retirees and middle class with children. And you’re right there’s jobs all over but how can they live on less than $18.00 an hour? My husband ran a company for years and years would hire them and they didn’t like site work so they’d come in a day or so and never see them again. People don’t want to work. We’re from the age group that started working at age 15 and we bought our own cars and clothes now the kids feel entitled. We certainly have a mess in this country.
Absolutely!! It's getting worse everyday for workers. Traffic is insane..
@@stevewalther2293 oh my the traffic is horrible. When we bought our first home out there I was used to being in Bradenton which wasn’t extremely busy but I am more of a city girl. What I mean by that I like to be right beside Publix and a few restaurants. We moved in our home and there was nothing out there. As time went on it started growing up and I loved it. Just perfect. Sadly my husband lost his job back when the recession hit in 2008 and we had just remodeled everything and had to short sale it. Back to renting. The home would’ve been paid off. We’re taking a trip in October we heard of a few different areas they classify as middle class and retirees. I’ve looked it’s so affordable. I’m pretty excited. Get away from all this crazy traffic and get settled. Been married 50yrs and now we’re on the move. Not only is the traffic heavy ppl don’t know how to drive. 😂
This has been the case in Florida for the past 50 plus years. It would be unrecognizable for someone that lived here 50 years ago.
@@jazzyflorida3757 definitely!! I was born in PA and my parents moved down when when I was 4. I’ve always lived here and thought when my husband retires we had it made. Boy I got a rude awakening. Been married 50yrs and we’re looking for a cheaper place to go move to outta here. Every day I read about the influx of ppl coming in and all the retirees and middle class headed out. We found a few places we’re going to look at in October and praying we find something. I’m pretty sure the one area we will. Sounds like what our area used to be like. At our age it’s hard to move but we can’t stay here.
Is the growth being absorbed? Or are we going to see oversupply of homes in Parrish? So many new developments there, seems like way fast in past 3 years.
Absorbing so far…but I’m sure if buyer traffic slows down due to rising rates, we’ll see builders back off a bit. FL state authorities say about 1100+ people are moving to FL per day😳🤯. A normal supply of homes is 5-6 months worth of inventory. We’re at just under 3 months…so no oversupply at this time. If we see builders pull back & building less homes, then that’s a great indicator.
Last week my wife and l spotted a rattler walking trail and just last night around midnight l had spotted a moccasin snake on our sidewalk at NR Ranch.
Freaky!!😱 Yes, we certainly have the critters here. I grew up in VA, which also had lots of snakes & then moved to CO for 20 years....so I know about snakes😯😂
I had to watch this just to see what you could possibly say about Parrish that would take 25 minutes.
It’s not for everyone
Yeah, I’ll stick with our venomous snake/gator free state of Michigan 😂 Can’t do the heat anyway. Can actually utilize our lakes 😉
I hear ya!😂I've been to Michigan a few times...Detroit, Anne Arbor & Hamtramck...I know I spelled that wrong🤔, but I know the other parts I didn't see are the best!
Will there be a town center? Like they have in Lakewood Ranch (2).
Hi Scott! Yes👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼! There are supposed to be 2 as of now: The Parrish Village Center in North River Ranch where the new HCA hospital medical village will be (much like LWR Main Street beside LWR hospital) and then a town center off 301 near Hwy 62…ish area😉. There’s also supposed to be a Walmart (fan or not🤷♀️) & Home Depot off Moccasin Wallow, a CVS or Walgreens, miscellaneous thises & thats along the way🤣. I’ll be making some videos about each in the new year…so stay tuned🤗
Thanks for the info! Great video too. @@HomeswithNewman
I keep hearing all new construction is made very shoddy with poor quality and defects.
Not all builders are equal. Most communities have multiple builders and they are not all the same, you have to do your research and ask buyers. Facebook all have groups you can join and ask!
Don’t think they are reasons not too move there
I think it’s a great place to consider as a home town…but I’m biased😉
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Lol they just don’t want ppl to move there 😅😅😅 nothing wrong with the area
Agreed, Kelly! Any place on this planet is going to have its pros & cons; some will love it while others hate it. I happen to love where I live..and if I didn’t, then I’d likely move to a place I liked better. And if I was not in a position to move away from a place I didn’t like, then I’d do my best to make the most of it & choose to find joy in my circumstances. But that’s just my personality. Things will not always go the way I want them to🤷♀️, but I make a choice to be happy anyway 😉
😂😂😂 I was just telling my wife that very thing two seconds ago then I read your comment😂😂😂😂
@@rakim6466 so you enjoy traffic and sitting inside all year....lol. 😆
Are you just trying to be negative for the sake of being negative. Wow. I think of 9 reason why people should keep their opinions to themselves.
Hi Joseph. There are positives & negatives about every city, town or state. And it’s okay to share both so people can make an informed decision for themselves. I have other videos that share the positive. Millions of people share their opinions on social media every day, both positive & negative. You didn’t keep your opinion to yourself…and that’s okay, because you have the freedom to share it. As do I.
Over priced like everything these days.
It’s crazy, right🤷♀️
Don't move to Florida...
Sounds like the title to 1000 videos on RUclips, ha ha. But seriously, Bugs, Gators, Heat, Traffic, Crowding increasing, No Chic Fil-A, beach is too far to visit on a daily basis except when on vacation. Most of these complaints apply to any place in the country right now. I am in Virginia, and it is hot as Hades, the roads are crowded, I can't get in the pool when I want it, I am not going to the trouble of driving to the Chic Fil-A in bumper to bumper traffic, I don't want food delivery coming to my house, I don't care about schools because I am old like most people. The list goes on. Except, it is butt cold here in winter, and it ain't in Parrish, Florida or anywhere else in Florida. So that is what most videos just waste time not saying, when they say "don't move here". Best wishes.
@@BrisLS1 I miss
Hills
Waterfalls
Mountains
Valleys
Cool crisp air...
Cliffs....Florida has none of those...
The whole state of Florida is flat...very very flat...average elevation is 30 feet above sea level...and it's all sand...
That's why it's so hot here.
The beaches are not life changing experiences either...nothing like Hawaii or Bora Bora...or Mediterranean...lol...
@@BrisLS1 Get away from the East Coast...go further inland...A small town in Iowa or Montana is heaven on earth...friendly people who are glad your there...I once spent 3 weeks in Northern North Dakota...believe it or not...I've never met happy people like that....
🤣Right?? It's so funny to read on local platforms when people complain about the bugs, gators, traffic, heat....like, duh? I'm from VA, (Richmond & Mechanicsville) so I remember how hot summers were (are) and even worse humidity than here in FL..IMO. And then when I lived in CO for 20+ years...the complaints about the hail (granted...it was brutal) and the snow/ice...again...duh! And agreed...complaints apply to any area in our country...so just pick a place you enjoy and make it better! We love FL!
Man, I'd love to visit Bora Bora or the Mediterranean one day!! I lived in CO for 20 years and had my fill of hills, mountains, cool crisp air..so FL has been a nice change for us. Yes...very flat indeed. Our house in Monument, CO was just under 7,000 ft elevation....but also LOTS of snow & ice (not to mention killer hail!)