Wow, so honored to be featured! Hey just to clarify, I moved to ATX in 2015, back to the Bay in 2016. I bought 2 houses and sold 2 houses (we rented while in the Bay). What a funny video!
Thanks for sharing. I read that article several months ago and thought those transactions were closer to the pandemic price fluctuations. Thanks for clarifying the dates
Ever think thst maybe he moved for a job and just found it to be terrible. Could have been the people. Or could have been lied to about their responsibilities and expectations. Work life starts to affect family life. You start to either make excuses to leave or gaslight yourself into staying
Nah bruh, y’all keep em. I remember when the sf Bay Area wasn’t as crowded with virtue signaling, holier than thou college pricks from out of state. Now they’re run up the cost of living and gentrifying us locals. The ones that move to Texas were the rich truck scum; keep em over there.
I’m not a native Texan. I retired from the military in Texas and decided to live here. Texas is a great state to live, and for a reason. Now I have seen the decline as more and more liberals move here. I pray Texas doesn’t follow the same path as California. I would hate to have to move to another state.
Californians are in for a literal war if they think they're going to turn Texas into California, I think this is the real reason they're moving back is because real Texans won't tolerate their B.S.
I often wonder who started that. Certainly it was hyped like that to attract people from SF, but I think they’ll be the first to tell you there are BIG differences.
I grew up in Texas, joined the military, retired in San Diego 2015, it got to the point where everything was so expensive, I moved back to Texas. California can keep it's High crime, homelessness, taxes, cost of living! If you are a Californian that supported the downfall of your state, STAY THERE! Don't move to Texas!
@@IAMHERE486if you're a born and raised Texan, we've disowned Houston since birth. Been calling thar city cringe to people who first met me as a Texan since 2008. Bleh
Very nice homes in my area of California near two major urban areas safe with kind people were cheap until the pandemic. I saw good two-bedroom homes go for $79,000. People are just lazy and don't look around. Is still cheaper than Texas here in California... but you will NEVER hear this from hte press.
As a long-time Austin resident who came from someplace other than California before Austin got overrun, allow me to say, "Don't let the screen door hit you. And take people like Mayor Adler with you when you go.."
I used to live in the Bay Area for most of my life before moving to Texas in 2019. If he thinks he is going to pay PG&E less for his electric bill in the summer, he has another thing coming. I lived in the east bay where it regularly hit 90's and 100's in the summer months. I owned a small two bedroom bungalow that was less than 900 sq ft and my bill was usually $300-$400 in the summer months. I sold my house in 2019 in a week and took the proceeds and bought a house in Prosper (Colin County) for half the cost of my Bay Area home and at 3x the size. My electric bill is lower, my taxes are lower, and my children are thriving in the much better schools. I have no regrets. My oldest son who graduated High School last year said he wishes we would have moved sooner and if we ever even think of going back California, he will stay in Texas. My other kiddos feel the same way.
@@swampwiz I lived in the Bay Area (Walnut Creek to be exact) for almost 50 years, I know what is considered the Bay Area. If he can afford a home along the coast, the cost of living in Texas shouldn't have bothered him. If he buys a home in Brentwood, Fairfield, Dublin, Pleasenton, Danville, or any of the other hot areas, he will still be paying a lot for his home, plus a bunch for his PG&E bill too, as well as state tax, higher sales tax, probably a wealth tax on unrealized gains on his investments soon too, and what ever other taxes the communists running that place can come up with to separate hard working citizens from their money.
Welcome!!! All we ask is that you vote to keep all the things we love about Texas. We know how precious low taxes and less government interference are.
I'm from Arlington, TX but currently live (came for work primarily) in Northwest of Sacramento, near SAC intl airport. It gets hot here too. Now it is about 112 degrees outside and we'll have this for the next 2 weeks. Plan to go back upon retirement in 5 years to North Ft Worth=the Alliance corridor.
I think a lot of it has to do with how old you are, what your job situation is, where your family and friends are, and how long you've lived somewhere. Now, I'm 69 years old, I was born in California and have lived in California my whole life. California is my home. Now, I really enjoyed my visits to Texas. Texas is a great state. The people are friendly and unique. Love the cowboy lifestyle, but I'm not a cowboy. I am a Californian, and California is my home. Sure, I don't like the political direction my state is going, and I'm voting for change, but I'm staying. My dad came here in 1932 at the age of 7. My mom, in 1953, at the age of 24. California, when I grew up, was a freakin paradise. It can be that again.
Thank you for sharing your personal story and perspective on California. It's always great to hear about people's deep-rooted connections to their home state.
Good that you are smart enough not to make the mistake of moving to Texas. Moving here would be going backwards imho, and I say that as a native Texan who has spent a lot of time in California.
Wait till he hears about Noosim's new utilities payment plan. The price per KW will be determined by income. The lower the income, the lower the price for energy. As income increases, so does price per KW. Seems legit! 😂
@@davidorr1759 I hope he fulfills all his commie wet dreams in Cali so when he runs for president we can point to them…..for all the good it will do. He was watching his son at a soccer tournament our kid was playing in a couple years back (when we lived there)….everyone glared and muttered, no one sat by him.
You have to at least visit the area you're intending to move for at least a few weeks. Staying at an Airbnb would probably be the best approximation of what life will be like in an area.
That is great advice. One could even take it a step further and stay in a couple of different AirBNB’s in different parts of the metro close to neighborhoods you might be interested in living. Two years ago though, everyone was in a frenzy to buy and in a frenzy - logic and common sense often don’t apply. :)
Bad advice angelurena6137, tell to just not come; they are not welcome, we don't want them here, too many commiefornians here already. WE Texans have just about had enough.
Watching this while sitting in a hotel in Austin on a trip. I am SHOCKED at what a $h!thole it has turned into over the last 7 or so years. Filthy, homeless everywhere, crowded, rude and self absorbed people, and even the quality of the restaurants has deteriorated. I can understand that the bloom is off this rose, and why people are leaving.
That's what happens when coastal a-holes move in and drive prices up. Locals are forced out and all the a-holes complain that everyone in the area is an a-hole
When Californians came, the city became overcrowded with rude, homeless, filthy, and self absorbed people. Coincidence??? Please go back, and problem solved.
You are talking about a progressive voter. Yes, they have a high paying job but that doesn't mean they are smart. Texas was probably too sane for their progressive mind.
You popped up in my feed. Loved how you broke that situation down! I have been living in CA for over 60 years and don’t get why people who leave CA come running back here. I am leaving Crazyfornia since I can no longer take the insane stuff that is going on here. I will be taking my Republican Conservative values with me and will probably land in Florida, or South Carolina.
Many Californians move back because they get somewhere else and realize "Conservative values" means something completely different in California than it does the rest of the country. If you don't understand things like please, thank you, may I have, left lane for passing only, slower traffic keep right, or just generally acknowledging the existence of other people then you probably won't like it outside of California and certainly not in the South. They're being overrun in Florida too from New Jersey and New York on top of all the Californians, so don't expect to be welcomed with open arms.
My wife and I moved to Dripping Springs from Washington state 2 years ago and the longer we live here, the happier we are . We absolutely love everything about Texas, especially the people. There's no place I'd rather live.
I was going to guess this was all going to be related to weather. In California, the only thing you have going for you is the gorgeous weather and yes geographically speaking the location is gorgeous, but I'm not spending $2mil on a dilapidated shack.
You’re probably right. This past summer was brutal in Texas. The good news - for all those who survived it - is we are beginning 3-4 months of weather that will rival the west coast. Then a couple of months of uncertainty - whether we see any sign of winter (although if it does come it will only be here for a few days at a time,) and then another couple of months of mild temperatures before the summer starts again.
I'm currently in Cali and I'm considering moving to Texas , I already have some family out there so that helps with some decision making , but where are some good places to look into moving in Texas , I wouldn't be able to afford a house currently so would need an apartment or inexpensive house to rent , it's currently just me so don't need a large place , also don't want to be in the city but close to one would be nice or maybe a smaller city , I don't have any of the same views as other Californians on politics and are more aligned with Texas politically already and love my constitutional rights and freedoms , and own many firearms that Cali is constantly trying to take from us gun owners so somewhere with access to land or ranges in Texas would be awesome , I currently work with driving forklifts and other heavy machinery so idk if somewhere in Texas there is a certain area with a lot of that type of work versus other places , where would you consider me looking into moving in Texas and where should I avoid based off of what I mentioned?
Just off the top of my head, I would suggest you start with Hutto/Taylor. I’ve talked with some of those contractors building that Samsung plant. They say they’re going to be there at least 7 years.
The kind of area you seem to be talking about is all over about a 15-20 mile radius of Austin. (Maybe not west into the hill country) A little difficult to get into details in these comment, so feel free to set up a phone call if you’d like to talk more
I admit I'm the stereotypical Californian who bashes Texas at every chance BUT the one thing that I'm willing to bet is that Texas has far much better BBQ than anywhere in California.
Raised in LA in the 70's, learned to shoot and hike and ski and fish all in CA. Left in the 80's and now when I go back to visit the fam it's like a different country. Sad what they've done to the place. I've been in Austin for decades now, very happy here except for the summer heat. A multi-year detour to Florida helped prepare me 🙂 but unless you're a morning person, July and August (and Sept and even Oct) are eye openers. Now I'm off to eat my breakfast tacos and BBQ and happy to be doing it!
I moved to DFW from the mountain west (not Cali land) for grad school and now work. One common complaint I’ve found from other transplants, especially those from the west coast or mountain west, is the lack of green space, nature, and public land in Texas. Especially within proximity of urban centers. If you grow up with access to beautiful mountains or national parks it’s hard to forgo that even for a lower cost of living and no income tax.
We were both born and raised in California. We lived in Reno for a year, and my wife hated it. So we moved back. We visited Northern, Eastern, and Western Idaho. Loved it but couldn't find comparable work. I did not want to live in the desert, so when we visited Arizona Flagstaff, it was the only spot I wanted to see. I actually liked it, but it didn't feel right. The family lives Disney and we knew that southern California was too much. So we spent a week in Orlando. We both really liked it. We found a builder after getting the okay with my employer to transfer cross country. If, and when we want to move again, we will follow the same logic.
@@SFSCharles Gosh, then let me also tell you about the amount of snakes I encountered, mostly dead. I had a large grasshopper go in my mouth, and I was swooped on by a hawk. But I will always have a good piece of my ❤️ in Texas and I may return to the hill country one day!
That was awesome! I came from California, I have also lived in different cities in the country, so far I have been here 1 year and it seems Texans seem to be down to earth people, of course you have exceptions like everywhere else, but they have shown me they are very respectful, helpful and very friendly, there is a little barrier I have to break and that is the accent. Now don't get me wrong, I think is wonderful and I love it , just have to do some ear tuning.😅
They complain in FL that there are politics and yet nothing to do. Yep: It’s a poor man’s paradise with nothing to do. They complain everything is better where they came from, but don’t tell them to go back. Some sre wanderers. I call it being a vagabond never knowing where you will live.
New subscriber here, I love your channel. 👋 I've lived in the Dallas area for 20+ years and I work in the trucking industry. When I would get my DOT physical in Minnesota for the company I drove for in Minneapolis the Doctor, who always carried himself in a somewhat snobbish manner, would tell me he "loved Austin and not much else there", referring to the rest of Texas. But I would tell him there's so much more to Texas than that one city. I can only compare it to what it must be like to speak with a brick wall.
Thanks for subscribing. I hope my future videos will keep your interest. Also thanks for sharing that story. First, I would suggest not letting one person determine your opinion of all the other great folks who call Austin home. Second, you made me think of the Broken Spoke. It’s a country bar on South Lamar and it’s been there a long time. The real estate in that area is very expensive now, but it’s still there - with two new condo buildings on either side of it. Every time I drive by it, I’m reminded that a lot of the “cool” stuff that gave Austin its reputation is still there. You just have to look past all the new stuff that’s grown up around it.
@@SFSCharles perhaps I should clarify, the doctor in question was from Minneapolis, MN. and seemed to like to get a kick out of being the way he was towards me. In contrast my interactions with folks from Austin, Texas and surrounding areas have been largely positive, unlike the good doctor (from MN.) to whom I was referring. I apologize for any possibility of miscommunication.
I'm a Californian (LA/Ventura County Area) who moved to Pennsylvania in 2015. The writer being refernced complaining about a power bill that is $400 when in California during the same time of year can be $250-$300 minimum. This is LA\Ventura County prices and San Diego is hotter! I have serious questions of this guy's judgement.
That was eight minutes of uninterrupted common sense and well-reasoned arguments. I am from Los Angeles, and I cannot stand how clueless Californians can be (are) about everything outside of their little bubbles. It also boggles my mind how so many of them can reach such high places (and incomes), while lacking so much common sense. I cannot move to Texas for the time being, but the option is always in the back of my mind. Nothing you mentioned dissuaded me, but I do know the heat and the bugs will take some getting used to if I ever make the decision. I am quite comfortable around Texans. In fact, having served in the US Navy, and I have always said that Texans were the backbone of most ships and, generally speaking, they were solid and humble guys. I'm also conservative, so I would probably be happier in a San Antonio than an Austin. If things keep getting worse here in LA I may just have to pack it up.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment! It's great to hear your perspective. The four big cities all have a Democrat majority, (not exclusive as some would have you believe.) As you move out from those urban clusters, you'll find the Texas you seem to be talking about. I'm talking big ranches with cows grazing, horse and yes, some working cowboys.
Just about all cities, even in red states like Texas, are left, or left-leaning. It's my understanding Austin, San Antonio, and Houston are definitely left. So is Dallas. Fort Worth and Tarrant County is center-to-right.
@@CaptainCaveman1170 Many or most of the suburbs are probably moderate to conservative. I've heard the rural parts of California are conservative. I guess L.A. and San Fran pretty much decide the state elections, and which POTUS candidate gets the electoral votes.
LA sucks unless you have a remote job and have enough money that you don’t have to work 7 days a week. My lease is up in September and I’m out of here. Debating between Austin, San Antonio, and Vegas
Fresno, CA native. Moved to Austin in 2005, and was lost in the humidity. Moved back to Fresno, then in 2017, moved to Medford, Or, and now the smoke is killing me. I want to move, but where??
Thank you for sharing your journey! It’s always interesting to hear about different places and experiences. I hope you find a location that feels like home and is comfortable for you!
I lean right-wing but I’m from San Diego and tbh fuck this weather, I lived in rural Louisiana but the forest made things cooler, east-central Texas is absolutely miserable, hot & humid so far I’ve been here for 3 going on 4 years, planning on potentially moving to Iowa or a major city in Texas, currently in College Station and it sucks.
@@96111thomas I hear you man, I’m in a similar boat. I used to live in SoCal and San Diego before I moved to Austin. The first year was the hottest summer on record. It was brutal. Austin has better bars, biking trail, and river activities but I’m not a fan of the prolonged heat, thinking about moving back as well.
Not all of Texas is as hot, and not all of California is cool. Central California easily competes, and alot of the time is hotter than anywhere in Texas. Bakersfield California has already had 108 degree heat in May this year. So as always, depends on where in California you're talking about. Most people not from California likes to put Californians in the same box, being too dumb to realize California is a big state with alot of differences and different people.
That might be true, but for well over 10 years Texas has seen some of the highest net inbound migration while California has experienced some of the highest net outbound.
Most have been brainwashed by right wing media that the grass is greener. CA'ns that moved to Texas, 2/3rds of them moved from TX to CA. Bee Cave area didn't lose prices like this fool is "speculating" Texas food sucks, weather sucks, Zilker is 1 park. His Austin area examples get boring quickly. People are fat in TX. Wages are extremely low. All of Texas is a glorified Central Valley of California. WAY overrated in that shithole.
I've been to Texas around 10 times and there's NOTHING special about it. My son lives in Barton Creek off Bee Cave. I've driven from Dallas, Ft. Worth down to Austin and back up to Dallas playing golf. Even that sucked compared to Arizona and California golf. Then drove to El Paso on our way back to CA. Nothing better than getting out of that shithole and back into the desert and mountains. Their high school football is overrated, barely breaking the top 10 nationally most years and finally this year with a team. Texas is overrated and you people down there think you are top dogs. The right wing media plays a huge part in dumbing down Texans to think they are great. High crime, low education, bas Healthcare system, health insurance and now old white men ruling on a woman's right to choose. Food is mediocre and people are at a higher percentage of overweight. The heat...waste so much valuable daylight nearly half the year. So tell me what's good about Texas? comptroller.texas.gov/economy/fiscal-notes/2017/october/migration.php#:~:text=The%20state%20of%20California%20has,1%20X%20axis%20displaying%20categories.
In my area its caused unsustainable growth, a drained aquafore, cancelation of our air races, huge increase in crime and homelessness as well as some torn down historical locations and round abouts everywhere. Good times. I don't place all the blame on Californians though. Our Mayor and city councel line their pockets from all the changes. I'm glad she's out at the end of this term.
Praise the Lord. Same thing in Northwest Arkansas. Crap tons of Californians in New Yorkers moved here. Drove the cost of living into outer space. Clogged up the roads. Not long after the Dobs decision Arkansas passed our heartbeat bill. A coworker told me she's selling her house and moving back to NYC. Don't let the door hit ya on the way out
Don't blame her for leaving a state that does not allow women to make our own decisions about our bodies. I would have gone in another direction other than NYC.
Austin is even more left than most of California. Much of California is actually conservative; it’s the coastal, high density cities like LA and San Francisco which are liberal. 😂
Another factor that is forgotten was school closures in states like California and NY. Anyone with the resources to move left to protect their children from missing a year or three of “remote learning.”
@nabeel8194 Agreed. I was born on the East Coast, but never felt comfortable in the weather there (cold & wet in the winter, and blazing hot in the summer). As soon as I was able (at 19), I moved west and never looked back. CA has perfect weather and I am used to spending a majority of my time outdoors. Why? Because you CAN! But you cannot do that in TX. I moved to moved to be closer to family when I retired and I've regretted it almost every day. You rarely see your neighbors because no one ventures out of their house for about 9 months of the year! That's about the amount of time one has to spend locked in their house to stay out of the heat or the freezing cold of winter. I would move back in a heartbeat if I could. But I'm also a Conservative who despises what the Dems have done to my beautiful state!
In the bay area you hardly need an AC, in fact most houses don't even have them. That's why when there is a heat wave ( in the high 90's) everybody is flipping out!
I lived in Cedar Creek from 2011 - 2013 across the way from the Colorado river trails and we loved it there! There was a great place called hole in the wall cafe that we would visit for breakfast daily! This was before Tesla and F1 track was in operation and when the Spurs were on fire! I loved it and miss it there! Especially all the outdoor activities and dive bars!
Glad you liked the video. I try to avoid political discussions since that’s an area where opinions often merge with emotion. He did refer to the “hype about Austin.” I personally saw several articles from various west coast media outlets that made Austin sound like a utopia. When buying a house, especially if it will mean moving across the country, I don’t think it’s possible to do too much fact checking and due diligence.
@@SFSCharles My wife and I are considering moving to San Antonio in 2025. When I see articles like that gentleman's I get an idea of why many Texans are leary about Californians moving there. (I live in Greater Los Angeles.) We are still doing our research. We want to make sure we are not just moving to TX for the lower cost of living. (So far I love what I see out there!)
@hammysbbq The craziness that happened during the pandemic was an anomaly. People made bad decisions because they were caught up in a frenzy and were afraid they were going to miss out. Your approach will likely lead to a better decision. I’m primarily Austin but feel free to reach out for anything that will help you make a good decision
Didn’t listen to the video but I can tell you that you can’t go from one democrat state to another democrat run city and expect to get something better 🤷♀️
Born and raised in San Diego,CA moved to Round Rock, TX in Feb 2021; never going back to CA, by the way all of my friends that moved from CA are conservative; including myself. 🎉
South Florida man here I spent 7 months in Austin. There are some plus and minus here. It is super 😂expensive in Austin, spread out , and a lot of homeless .
I'm absolutely fine with people not coming here anymore and leaving. I've lived in Austin almost my entire life, it's not what it used to be same as anywhere else but it's still a good place to live.
It’s June 2024 and my mom had a $400 electric bill for South Carolina last month. Biden’s economy sucks: Imagine that. Has there ever been a good economy under a democrat since the 60’s? It definitely hasn’t happened since the Clinton’s showed up.
I, and my fellow Texans are more than willing to show you the exits. Liked a few California people here, however, our relationships will grow founder if you go wonder yourselves back to Cali. 💯🤠
My Southern California next door neighbors just moved back to the LA after being south of Decatur TX for only 2.5 years. They moved here to avoid the mandatory covid shots for their 5 yo and under children. And they say the vaccination laws have been dropped, so they are moving back because they missed their friends. Good neighbors, but they definitely didn't like the summers here.
Lots of NYers move to Florida or the Carolinas and many actually move back to NY because they don’t like the south. Plenty stay but I know a lot who move back after a couple of years.
As a non US resident who has visited California many times I can attest to the fact that many who leave the beautiful areas of coastal California for lower cost states usually end up moving back even if they don't necessarily like California politics. Reasons could be their family is still back in the Golden state, they don't find many great job opportunities in their new state. The new affordable home they live in is in an area that isn't as vibrant or fun as their coastal California town. I am sure Texas is a wonderful state but it isn't for everyone and neither is California. When I am old and retired, I would love to live in Southern California during the Canadian winter.
Could they start leaving Colorado now too? Specifically Durango CO. It's too small and cold winters for them. actually what they do is live here from may-october and somewhere else for the winter months.
lived there for almost 20 years..... 1. constant traffic 2. constant construction 3. pay is higher then small towns but so is housing cost 4. homeless almost everywhere 5.transit system is very lacking (bussing 11 miles takes about an hour with a transfer)
Well the Golf of Mexico is an ocean of sea water. To say Texas doesn't touch ocean water is like saying there are no rivers in New Mexico. Though it is true that Austin, Tx is not in any near any oceans. There's Lady Bird Lake so it's near waters.
400 dollars a month for elec. in Ca. can be very normal, even for SD or SF. The problem with leaving Ca. for an extended period of time it is even tougher to comeback.
@@SFSCharles You're welcome I love this video, it has been one of my wonderments, why people left, what were their experiences and why they came back. Most costal elites in Ca. have no idea what living in real weather is like and it comes as a huge shock to them.
@@Moondoggy1941 I also know from personal experience, after you've been here a while you acclimate to it. I remember that first time I got off the plane in Houston many years ago, it felt like I had walked into a sweat lodge. Today, I wouldn't think twice about doing just about anything outdoors on a blistering August afternoon.
Good, more people need to move away. What people do ot seem to understand is that land has a carrying capacity, there are far too many people trying to move in, with the aquifers going dry, lakes being drained to make sure Travis amd Williamson counties get water, drought conditions worseing, good luck with the high rent, high taxes and no water.
Lived in Texas for four years while in the military made the decision I’ll just stay in California. I loved Texas off-road open. Carry amazing steak, but to live forever just not my thing.
Why do so many out-of-staters have so much trouble understanding Texas geography? Why do so many Californians have a hissy fit when Texans point out that Texas has mountains, beaches, forests, canyons, rivers, lakes, underground caverns, and grasslands?
Strangest thing. I live in Northern California and have a squalor of texans behind me. It's a couple with their 3 kids and both sets of grandparents. 9 people in a 3 bedroom house.. relentless traffic, UPS/FedEx, BARKING DOG that NEVER SHUTS UP. All the wildlife is ran off. It's just terrible. These people sucks so bad.... (flatlanders)
Thank goodness! Let 'em go. CA is what caused his frustration altogether. And, that is truly unfortunate. I wouldn't want to wish misfortune on anyone, BUT, glad to see each and every one of them go back. Google employees, we'll help YOU move back...post haste. Take your money and your politics back with you. Don't want it, don't need it.
Being a native Texan that can trace his roots back to pre-Revolution, I would much prefer they go back if they don’t like it here rather than trying to change my state into whatever they were hoping it would be.
The thing that pisses us off more than them being here is the way they drive they drive like they know the streets better than us o and Florida people to. Cutting us off going around us all just to catch the same red light as everyone else.
First time watching you. Totally enjoyed your video. I serve on a long term planning committee here in the Fort Worth area. Due to the new California migration the district was able to pass a 2 billion dollar bond. Growth Growth Growth with zero recognition by the district what 8% interest rates was going to do to the housing mkt . A few other conservatives help talk down the bond from 2.7 billion. Now that the district appraised rates are not going to grow 10 percent per year till infinity and new homes are not adding at eye popping numbers, we are already having a OH SHIT THOUGHTS. LOL . I BET YOU CAN FIND A FEW DISTRICTS down your way that is going to be suffering the same way . Especially since Abbot is quietly keeping 30 plus billion in property taxes without distribution. ( I personally feel that he built the fund on purpose) 4 years ago he sent counties notices about how they need to change how they charge their commercial properties. This to build revenue to pass the 100k homestead exemption. In case it was a flop. Abbot still refuses to pass a maximum annual increase of 10% annual increase. We are a mess right now with property taxes. School districts and commercial property owners are hurting from the current systems
IMO - - People are shocked when they discover how large Texas is. They simple don't get it until they have to drive somewhere. The new transplants think they are getting a good deal on a big flashy McMansion until the property tax bill goes up every higher.
As someone who's been in texas For basically , there life if it's the California residents. that tried to bring their Politics here. Moving back then, I am glad they are moving out. The only thing we would actually would want in terms of california is legalized weed right now.
I'm in small town Ohio...looking to relocate in the next decade or so, though I'm not a fan of cities, I love to see why Californians hate specific region, towns, etc. Because it moves higher on my list. I'd also like to note I dont factor weather. If a 'nader comes and blows my home away...ok. if a hurricane makes landfall, again ok. If Yellowstone goes...expect a longer winter (it's going to be a lava flow based on models of it's magma chamber)...what I do take into account is geology...can I sit and geek out over a pebble for an hour, and be entertained the whole time? Also looking into that same small town feel. I mean yeah, public transit is a plus, but if I can live out in the country, and have a small town where I work, buy food, etc in the region, that's what'd I like. Big cities just tend to be...to big...and Horses? Man my school didn't have me go the equestrian therapy...and I'd love to own horses in the future! I'll gladly trade video games and "doom scrolling" for horse riding and other outdoor work.
Wow, so honored to be featured! Hey just to clarify, I moved to ATX in 2015, back to the Bay in 2016. I bought 2 houses and sold 2 houses (we rented while in the Bay). What a funny video!
Thanks for sharing. I read that article several months ago and thought those transactions were closer to the pandemic price fluctuations. Thanks for clarifying the dates
I'm a native Texan who currently lives in Austin, originally from Dallas, and your article was spot on. Thanks for sharing your experiences here.
Thank you for your article, it really helped me convince my wife that Texas is the wrong place for my family, we're sticking to CA.
@@midnyte_tvThank you! Texas doesnt want or need anymore Filthy Commiefornians
When no matter where you move to you aren’t comfortable the problem is you
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, it's great to reflect on personal comfort and make positive changes.
Yup, the poop is on his own upper lip.
Best response ever
Nope
Ever think thst maybe he moved for a job and just found it to be terrible. Could have been the people. Or could have been lied to about their responsibilities and expectations. Work life starts to affect family life. You start to either make excuses to leave or gaslight yourself into staying
Who cares why they’re going back, just go
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the situation.
Nah bruh, y’all keep em. I remember when the sf Bay Area wasn’t as crowded with virtue signaling, holier than thou college pricks from out of state. Now they’re run up the cost of living and gentrifying us locals. The ones that move to Texas were the rich truck scum; keep em over there.
Do they need help moving I'll do it as long as they don't come back to live .
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No one told them to come to Texas. So please be kind and rewind ur asses back to commie-fornia
When Californians leave, please be sure to take a friend with you.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this
Take at least one homeless drug addict with you as well, Austin can afford to lose some!
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They’re going back? This is the best news I’ve heard all year.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
I’m not a native Texan. I retired from the military in Texas and decided to live here. Texas is a great state to live, and for a reason. Now I have seen the decline as more and more liberals move here. I pray Texas doesn’t follow the same path as California. I would hate to have to move to another state.
It's great to hear that you've found a home in Texas and appreciate the state's unique qualities.
It will if Texans don't protect it
Unfortunately, there's no where left to be protected from liberal idiocy.
We just need to fight for our state.
Californians are in for a literal war if they think they're going to turn Texas into California, I think this is the real reason they're moving back is because real Texans won't tolerate their B.S.
What we need is to get the democrat cancer out of our beloved red Lone Star state!
Austin is practically the San Francisco of Texas.
I often wonder who started that. Certainly it was hyped like that to attract people from SF, but I think they’ll be the first to tell you there are BIG differences.
Californians have absolutely ruined Austin. I don't care why they leave or where they go as long as they go.
Austin doesn't have a Newsom, so it's not even comparable to the SF cesspool.
Foolish statement!!! The cities are absolutely NOTHING alike !!!!
ZILKER PARK is FABULOUS!!!!!
I grew up in Texas, joined the military, retired in San Diego 2015, it got to the point where everything was so expensive, I moved back to Texas. California can keep it's High crime, homelessness, taxes, cost of living! If you are a Californian that supported the downfall of your state, STAY THERE! Don't move to Texas!
Thanks for sharing your opinions about CA and TX
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Texas has some of the same exact issues with issues.2022 Houston had over 400 murders and over 300 in 2023.
Right on!!! 👍 😂
@@IAMHERE486if you're a born and raised Texan, we've disowned Houston since birth. Been calling thar city cringe to people who first met me as a Texan since 2008. Bleh
I moved from Santa Cruz CA
To Coleman Tx. 6yrs ago
Paid cash for my home
So blessed to have no debt at all.
That's amazing! Living debt-free is such a fantastic achievement.
Very nice homes in my area of California near two major urban areas safe with kind people were cheap until the pandemic. I saw good two-bedroom homes go for $79,000.
People are just lazy and don't look around. Is still cheaper than Texas here in California... but you will NEVER hear this from hte press.
@@RockwellAIM65 my sis bought a home in
Calif for $75k in 2019
Yeah. Let us guess. You paid more than it was worth, thereby artificially inflating the tax base. You should be very proud.
As a long-time Austin resident who came from someplace other than California before Austin got overrun, allow me to say, "Don't let the screen door hit you. And take people like Mayor Adler with you when you go.."
It's always interesting to hear different perspectives from long-time residents. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
@@SFSCharleseveryone here has the same tired hateful opinion
I used to live in the Bay Area for most of my life before moving to Texas in 2019. If he thinks he is going to pay PG&E less for his electric bill in the summer, he has another thing coming. I lived in the east bay where it regularly hit 90's and 100's in the summer months. I owned a small two bedroom bungalow that was less than 900 sq ft and my bill was usually $300-$400 in the summer months. I sold my house in 2019 in a week and took the proceeds and bought a house in Prosper (Colin County) for half the cost of my Bay Area home and at 3x the size. My electric bill is lower, my taxes are lower, and my children are thriving in the much better schools. I have no regrets. My oldest son who graduated High School last year said he wishes we would have moved sooner and if we ever even think of going back California, he will stay in Texas. My other kiddos feel the same way.
It's great to hear that your move to Texas has been so positive for you and your family!
The "Bay Area" includes being right on the coast, where it stays relatively cool, to along the way to HOT Sacramento.
@@swampwiz I lived in the Bay Area (Walnut Creek to be exact) for almost 50 years, I know what is considered the Bay Area. If he can afford a home along the coast, the cost of living in Texas shouldn't have bothered him. If he buys a home in Brentwood, Fairfield, Dublin, Pleasenton, Danville, or any of the other hot areas, he will still be paying a lot for his home, plus a bunch for his PG&E bill too, as well as state tax, higher sales tax, probably a wealth tax on unrealized gains on his investments soon too, and what ever other taxes the communists running that place can come up with to separate hard working citizens from their money.
Welcome!!! All we ask is that you vote to keep all the things we love about Texas. We know how precious low taxes and less government interference are.
I'm from Arlington, TX but currently live (came for work primarily) in Northwest of Sacramento, near SAC intl airport. It gets hot here too. Now it is about 112 degrees outside and we'll have this for the next 2 weeks. Plan to go back upon retirement in 5 years to North Ft Worth=the Alliance corridor.
Go on! Get!
Your support means a lot, thank you!
Beyond agreed !
I think it's "Git"!
LOL. I felt this in my soul.
I think a lot of it has to do with how old you are, what your job situation is, where your family and friends are, and how long you've lived somewhere. Now, I'm 69 years old, I was born in California and have lived in California my whole life. California is my home. Now, I really enjoyed my visits to Texas. Texas is a great state. The people are friendly and unique. Love the cowboy lifestyle, but I'm not a cowboy. I am a Californian, and California is my home.
Sure, I don't like the political direction my state is going, and I'm voting for change, but I'm staying.
My dad came here in 1932 at the age of 7. My mom, in 1953, at the age of 24. California, when I grew up, was a freakin paradise.
It can be that again.
Thank you for sharing your personal story and perspective on California. It's always great to hear about people's deep-rooted connections to their home state.
Good that you are smart enough not to make the mistake of moving to Texas. Moving here would be going backwards imho, and I say that as a native Texan who has spent a lot of time in California.
Wait till he hears about Noosim's new utilities payment plan. The price per KW will be determined by income. The lower the income, the lower the price for energy. As income increases, so does price per KW. Seems legit! 😂
That's an interesting approach to pricing energy based on income!
@@davidorr1759 I hope he fulfills all his commie wet dreams in Cali so when he runs for president we can point to them…..for all the good it will do. He was watching his son at a soccer tournament our kid was playing in a couple years back (when we lived there)….everyone glared and muttered, no one sat by him.
I really hope to hear they are all going back.
I appreciate your thoughts on it.
You have to at least visit the area you're intending to move for at least a few weeks. Staying at an Airbnb would probably be the best approximation of what life will be like in an area.
That is great advice. One could even take it a step further and stay in a couple of different AirBNB’s in different parts of the metro close to neighborhoods you might be interested in living. Two years ago though, everyone was in a frenzy to buy and in a frenzy - logic and common sense often don’t apply. :)
Try it in July or August
Bad advice angelurena6137, tell to just not come; they are not welcome, we don't want them here, too many commiefornians here already. WE Texans have just about had enough.
20 yrs ago used to go to Austin on the weekends to eat and sight see......I wouldn't go now for a paycheck... Austin is lost
It has changed a lot in 20 years
Watching this while sitting in a hotel in Austin on a trip. I am SHOCKED at what a $h!thole it has turned into over the last 7 or so years. Filthy, homeless everywhere, crowded, rude and self absorbed people, and even the quality of the restaurants has deteriorated. I can understand that the bloom is off this rose, and why people are leaving.
I appreciate your honest perspective on the changes in Austin. It's important to acknowledge both the positives and negatives of a place.
democRAT libTWATS turn everything to SHIT!
The demoRAT effect.
That's what happens when coastal a-holes move in and drive prices up. Locals are forced out and all the a-holes complain that everyone in the area is an a-hole
When Californians came, the city became overcrowded with rude, homeless, filthy, and self absorbed people. Coincidence??? Please go back, and problem solved.
Thank you! Take everybody else with you!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
I wish I could get the Cali's up here in Seattle do the same. Already crazy enough up here as it is.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, it's always interesting to hear different perspectives.
You are talking about a progressive voter. Yes, they have a high paying job but that doesn't mean they are smart. Texas was probably too sane for their progressive mind.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. It's always interesting to hear different viewpoints on politics and intelligence.
they are regressive in real time except in progressively fooking up thier own white world..
You popped up in my feed. Loved how you broke that situation down!
I have been living in CA for over 60 years and don’t get why people who leave CA come running back here.
I am leaving Crazyfornia since I can no longer take the insane stuff that is going on here. I will be taking my Republican Conservative values with me and will probably land in Florida, or South Carolina.
Thanks for watching my video and sharing your thoughts. If you’ve been in CA that long you probably remember the Reagan days. Times have changed!
Many Californians move back because they get somewhere else and realize "Conservative values" means something completely different in California than it does the rest of the country. If you don't understand things like please, thank you, may I have, left lane for passing only, slower traffic keep right, or just generally acknowledging the existence of other people then you probably won't like it outside of California and certainly not in the South.
They're being overrun in Florida too from New Jersey and New York on top of all the Californians, so don't expect to be welcomed with open arms.
I moved from San Francisco to Austin last May and this is the most disappointing city I've ever been in
It didn’t live up to the hype?
Austin is my least favorite major city easily
You should go back to San Francisco you democrat
Agreed- I came from Sacramento and even I feel this way😂 says something
@@dy4710 I love Sac and SF. What was your experience?
I am from Austin, and it feels overcrowded and it does feel like the home I knew anymore
I appreciate your perspective on Austin's changes. It's important to reflect on how our cities evolve.
My wife and I moved to Dripping Springs from Washington state 2 years ago and the longer we live here, the happier we are . We absolutely love everything about Texas, especially the people. There's no place I'd rather live.
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's heartwarming to hear how much you love Texas.
If you like it here, and want to continue liking it for many years to come, then I strongly encourage you and your fellow constituents to vote red
I was going to guess this was all going to be related to weather. In California, the only thing you have going for you is the gorgeous weather and yes geographically speaking the location is gorgeous, but I'm not spending $2mil on a dilapidated shack.
You’re probably right. This past summer was brutal in Texas. The good news - for all those who survived it - is we are beginning 3-4 months of weather that will rival the west coast. Then a couple of months of uncertainty - whether we see any sign of winter (although if it does come it will only be here for a few days at a time,) and then another couple of months of mild temperatures before the summer starts again.
Californians complaining about Austin is like rats complaining everywhere they go is a rat's nest.
@@stubee2011Austin locals complaining about Californian’s, is like an echo chamber of minorities complaining about gentrification.
@@davidjohnson4045 What is an Austin local? I bet 90% of the city is transplants.
I just found this channel and I love it 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Don’t mess with Texas.
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the content.
Hahaha best explanation and illustration ever of how to figure out whether or not there are Oceans near Austin.
Sometimes it can be little confusing 😀
Any former Californians that want to move back , all I can say is don't let the door hit you on your ass .
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, it's always great to hear different opinions.
Noooooo! Don’t come back!!!!!
I’m trying to get more of you to move out 😫
Thank you for your comment!
Want to talk to Charles? calendly.com/charleslewis/phone-consultation
I'm currently in Cali and I'm considering moving to Texas , I already have some family out there so that helps with some decision making , but where are some good places to look into moving in Texas , I wouldn't be able to afford a house currently so would need an apartment or inexpensive house to rent , it's currently just me so don't need a large place , also don't want to be in the city but close to one would be nice or maybe a smaller city , I don't have any of the same views as other Californians on politics and are more aligned with Texas politically already and love my constitutional rights and freedoms , and own many firearms that Cali is constantly trying to take from us gun owners so somewhere with access to land or ranges in Texas would be awesome , I currently work with driving forklifts and other heavy machinery so idk if somewhere in Texas there is a certain area with a lot of that type of work versus other places , where would you consider me looking into moving in Texas and where should I avoid based off of what I mentioned?
Just off the top of my head, I would suggest you start with Hutto/Taylor. I’ve talked with some of those contractors building that Samsung plant. They say they’re going to be there at least 7 years.
The kind of area you seem to be talking about is all over about a 15-20 mile radius of Austin. (Maybe not west into the hill country) A little difficult to get into details in these comment, so feel free to set up a phone call if you’d like to talk more
I admit I'm the stereotypical Californian who bashes Texas at every chance BUT the one thing that I'm willing to bet is that Texas has far much better BBQ than anywhere in California.
I don't think that one is even close.
@@SFSCharles lol I love California but our barbecue is a joke
@luvzfrance24 even the Mexican food is different
Raised in LA in the 70's, learned to shoot and hike and ski and fish all in CA. Left in the 80's and now when I go back to visit the fam it's like a different country. Sad what they've done to the place. I've been in Austin for decades now, very happy here except for the summer heat. A multi-year detour to Florida helped prepare me 🙂 but unless you're a morning person, July and August (and Sept and even Oct) are eye openers. Now I'm off to eat my breakfast tacos and BBQ and happy to be doing it!
Thank you for sharing your journey and experiences with us!
I moved to DFW from the mountain west (not Cali land) for grad school and now work. One common complaint I’ve found from other transplants, especially those from the west coast or mountain west, is the lack of green space, nature, and public land in Texas. Especially within proximity of urban centers. If you grow up with access to beautiful mountains or national parks it’s hard to forgo that even for a lower cost of living and no income tax.
Thank you for sharing your perspective! It's important to acknowledge the differences when transitioning to a new place.
We were both born and raised in California. We lived in Reno for a year, and my wife hated it. So we moved back. We visited Northern, Eastern, and Western Idaho. Loved it but couldn't find comparable work. I did not want to live in the desert, so when we visited Arizona Flagstaff, it was the only spot I wanted to see. I actually liked it, but it didn't feel right. The family lives Disney and we knew that southern California was too much. So we spent a week in Orlando. We both really liked it. We found a builder after getting the okay with my employer to transfer cross country. If, and when we want to move again, we will follow the same logic.
It's great to hear about your journey and how you found the perfect place to settle down!
Well, we have that in common. I regret them moving to Texas too.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts
I lived in both states, and I’m an outdoors person. One thing I hated about Texas was the amount of dogs that would chase me on my bike.
That’s good to know about the dogs in Texas
@@SFSCharles Gosh, then let me also tell you about the amount of snakes I encountered, mostly dead. I had a large grasshopper go in my mouth, and I was swooped on by a hawk. But I will always have a good piece of my ❤️ in Texas and I may return to the hill country one day!
That was awesome! I came from California, I have also lived in different cities in the country, so far I have been here 1 year and it seems Texans seem to be down to earth people, of course you have exceptions like everywhere else, but they have shown me they are very respectful, helpful and very friendly, there is a little barrier I have to break and that is the accent. Now don't get me wrong, I think is wonderful and I love it , just have to do some ear tuning.😅
Thank you for sharing your experiences and kind words about the people in Texas.
I've realized everybody is in every city, state and region complaining.
Complaining about Austin or complaining about what they bought during the frenzy?
Not me. I’m in the Midwest and lovin it.
They complain in FL that there are politics and yet nothing to do. Yep: It’s a poor man’s paradise with nothing to do. They complain everything is better where they came from, but don’t tell them to go back. Some sre wanderers. I call it being a vagabond never knowing where you will live.
Very few complaints from conservatives in red states, so, you're wrong.
I actually want them to leave. We don’t want them bringing their woke, leftard politics with them.
I appreciate your perspective on this issue.
As a native Austinite who lived in San Diego for 17 years, I totally agree with your analysis on all accounts.
Appreciate you confirming my analysis
New subscriber here, I love your channel. 👋
I've lived in the Dallas area for 20+ years and I work in the trucking industry. When I would get my DOT physical in Minnesota for the company I drove for in Minneapolis the Doctor, who always carried himself in a somewhat snobbish manner, would tell me he "loved Austin and not much else there", referring to the rest of Texas. But I would tell him there's so much more to Texas than that one city. I can only compare it to what it must be like to speak with a brick wall.
Thanks for subscribing. I hope my future videos will keep your interest.
Also thanks for sharing that story. First, I would suggest not letting one person determine your opinion of all the other great folks who call Austin home.
Second, you made me think of the Broken Spoke. It’s a country bar on South Lamar and it’s been there a long time. The real estate in that area is very expensive now, but it’s still there - with two new condo buildings on either side of it.
Every time I drive by it, I’m reminded that a lot of the “cool” stuff that gave Austin its reputation is still there. You just have to look past all the new stuff that’s grown up around it.
@@SFSCharles perhaps I should clarify, the doctor in question was from Minneapolis, MN. and seemed to like to get a kick out of being the way he was towards me. In contrast my interactions with folks from Austin, Texas and surrounding areas have been largely positive, unlike the good doctor (from MN.) to whom I was referring. I apologize for any possibility of miscommunication.
@@TheStammzilla Thanks for clarifying.
I'm a Californian (LA/Ventura County Area) who moved to Pennsylvania in 2015. The writer being refernced complaining about a power bill that is $400 when in California during the same time of year can be $250-$300 minimum. This is LA\Ventura County prices and San Diego is hotter! I have serious questions of this guy's judgement.
Thanks for sharing your experience and insights as a former Californian!
That was eight minutes of uninterrupted common sense and well-reasoned arguments. I am from Los Angeles, and I cannot stand how clueless Californians can be (are) about everything outside of their little bubbles. It also boggles my mind how so many of them can reach such high places (and incomes), while lacking so much common sense. I cannot move to Texas for the time being, but the option is always in the back of my mind. Nothing you mentioned dissuaded me, but I do know the heat and the bugs will take some getting used to if I ever make the decision. I am quite comfortable around Texans. In fact, having served in the US Navy, and I have always said that Texans were the backbone of most ships and, generally speaking, they were solid and humble guys. I'm also conservative, so I would probably be happier in a San Antonio than an Austin. If things keep getting worse here in LA I may just have to pack it up.
Thank you for your thoughtful comment! It's great to hear your perspective. The four big cities all have a Democrat majority, (not exclusive as some would have you believe.) As you move out from those urban clusters, you'll find the Texas you seem to be talking about. I'm talking big ranches with cows grazing, horse and yes, some working cowboys.
Just about all cities, even in red states like Texas, are left, or left-leaning. It's my understanding Austin, San Antonio, and Houston are definitely left. So is Dallas. Fort Worth and Tarrant County is center-to-right.
@@MisterMikeTexas Thanks. A real shame how that works!
@@CaptainCaveman1170 Many or most of the suburbs are probably moderate to conservative. I've heard the rural parts of California are conservative. I guess L.A. and San Fran pretty much decide the state elections, and which POTUS candidate gets the electoral votes.
LA sucks unless you have a remote job and have enough money that you don’t have to work 7 days a week. My lease is up in September and I’m out of here. Debating between Austin, San Antonio, and Vegas
Fresno, CA native. Moved to Austin in 2005, and was lost in the humidity. Moved back to Fresno, then in 2017, moved to Medford, Or, and now the smoke is killing me. I want to move, but where??
Thank you for sharing your journey! It’s always interesting to hear about different places and experiences. I hope you find a location that feels like home and is comfortable for you!
16yrs in Irving & a farther that's native born, definitely my heart belongs to Texas and always will.❤
It's amazing how our roots shape our sense of belonging. Texas definitely has a special place in our hearts!
If the weather was reversed CA to TX more than half of Californians would move to Texas. They stay because they are too weak to handle the heat lol
Not every has what it takes to be a Texan.
I lean right-wing but I’m from San Diego and tbh fuck this weather, I lived in rural Louisiana but the forest made things cooler, east-central Texas is absolutely miserable, hot & humid so far I’ve been here for 3 going on 4 years, planning on potentially moving to Iowa or a major city in Texas, currently in College Station and it sucks.
@@96111thomas I hear you man, I’m in a similar boat. I used to live in SoCal and San Diego before I moved to Austin. The first year was the hottest summer on record. It was brutal. Austin has better bars, biking trail, and river activities but I’m not a fan of the prolonged heat, thinking about moving back as well.
Not all of Texas is as hot, and not all of California is cool. Central California easily competes, and alot of the time is hotter than anywhere in Texas. Bakersfield California has already had 108 degree heat in May this year. So as always, depends on where in California you're talking about. Most people not from California likes to put Californians in the same box, being too dumb to realize California is a big state with alot of differences and different people.
@@AsManThinketh No. Many non-Californians understand the different terrains and people in California. It is like Texas in that way.
You extremely overrated Texas and forgot about how nice California is. The heat along is miserable to live in, period.
That might be true, but for well over 10 years Texas has seen some of the highest net inbound migration while California has experienced some of the highest net outbound.
Most have been brainwashed by right wing media that the grass is greener. CA'ns that moved to Texas, 2/3rds of them moved from TX to CA.
Bee Cave area didn't lose prices like this fool is "speculating" Texas food sucks, weather sucks, Zilker is 1 park. His Austin area examples get boring quickly. People are fat in TX. Wages are extremely low. All of Texas is a glorified Central Valley of California. WAY overrated in that shithole.
Not sure where you’re getting those numbers but it sounds like you like California
I've been to Texas around 10 times and there's NOTHING special about it. My son lives in Barton Creek off Bee Cave. I've driven from Dallas, Ft. Worth down to Austin and back up to Dallas playing golf. Even that sucked compared to Arizona and California golf. Then drove to El Paso on our way back to CA. Nothing better than getting out of that shithole and back into the desert and mountains. Their high school football is overrated, barely breaking the top 10 nationally most years and finally this year with a team. Texas is overrated and you people down there think you are top dogs. The right wing media plays a huge part in dumbing down Texans to think they are great. High crime, low education, bas Healthcare system, health insurance and now old white men ruling on a woman's right to choose. Food is mediocre and people are at a higher percentage of overweight.
The heat...waste so much valuable daylight nearly half the year.
So tell me what's good about Texas?
comptroller.texas.gov/economy/fiscal-notes/2017/october/migration.php#:~:text=The%20state%20of%20California%20has,1%20X%20axis%20displaying%20categories.
Yeah, you'd prefer out of control crime, homelessness and taxes and a governor that is criminally clueless. Got it.
Moving from California to Austin is like moving to California without the mountains.
It's definitely a change of scenery.
🎉 Best news ever. As a Texan, I never wanted Californians to move to Texas after destroying their own state. Go back and fix California.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It’s always interesting to hear how different states are viewed by their neighbors.
@@SFSCharles Didn’t mean to be insulting to you personally. The video hit me wrong.
@@Karlund0512 I wasn't offended at all. Check out the comments on this video. It brought out A LOT of anti-California feelings.
They should go back. You alll voted for it. I wish they would leave NV
There are several comments on this video from former CA residents that suggest that's what they intend to do.
In my area its caused unsustainable growth, a drained aquafore, cancelation of our air races, huge increase in crime and homelessness as well as some torn down historical locations and round abouts everywhere. Good times. I don't place all the blame on Californians though. Our Mayor and city councel line their pockets from all the changes. I'm glad she's out at the end of this term.
@@thomaswilliams2350 Well said. California's are like Locust's. Where ever they go, they destroy.
California had transplants move over for decades, its yalls turn now
Bye! 👋
Thanks for watching!
Facts delivered as a gentleman!!!! Excellent video my dude!!! Keep up the good work! 🎉😂🎉😂
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
Praise the Lord. Same thing in Northwest Arkansas. Crap tons of Californians in New Yorkers moved here. Drove the cost of living into outer space. Clogged up the roads. Not long after the Dobs decision Arkansas passed our heartbeat bill. A coworker told me she's selling her house and moving back to NYC. Don't let the door hit ya on the way out
It's definitely a big change when the demographics shift in an area!
Don't blame her for leaving a state that does not allow women to make our own decisions about our bodies. I would have gone in another direction other than NYC.
Austin is even more left than most of California. Much of California is actually conservative; it’s the coastal, high density cities like LA and San Francisco which are liberal. 😂
Thanks for sharing your perspective on the political landscape!
They are moving back because they are afraid of freedom... because freedom comes with responsibility
It's true that freedom comes with responsibility, and not everyone is ready to embrace it.
My family went from San Diego to Salt Lake for 5 years to Des Moines for 5 more years. Wife and I agree iowa will be home till retirement
Congratulations on finding the place that will be home until retirement
Another factor that is forgotten was school closures in states like California and NY. Anyone with the resources to move left to protect their children from missing a year or three of “remote learning.”
That’s a good point. Thanks for sharing
Regardless of why he is leaving Austin, why would anyone want to move back to California with the Cost of Living and a Governor like Gavin Newsome?
Maybe they just really miss the traffic and high taxes!
Because to them the pros outweigh the cons
@nabeel8194 Agreed. I was born on the East Coast, but never felt comfortable in the weather there (cold & wet in the winter, and blazing hot in the summer). As soon as I was able (at 19), I moved west and never looked back. CA has perfect weather and I am used to spending a majority of my time outdoors. Why? Because you CAN! But you cannot do that in TX. I moved to moved to be closer to family when I retired and I've regretted it almost every day. You rarely see your neighbors because no one ventures out of their house for about 9 months of the year! That's about the amount of time one has to spend locked in their house to stay out of the heat or the freezing cold of winter. I would move back in a heartbeat if I could. But I'm also a Conservative who despises what the Dems have done to my beautiful state!
@@lesliebeacom4567 right on! I also hate what the dems did, i have a feeling its only temporary though
@@nabeel8194 Really? Only temporary? It's been going downhill politically for 40 years.
Californians: "We don't like Austin. It's too right wing! And they breathe oxygen instead of helium. So we're going back to California."
It's all about finding the right fit for you!
In the bay area you hardly need an AC, in fact most houses don't even have them. That's why when there is a heat wave ( in the high 90's) everybody is flipping out!
Thanks for highlighting the unique situation in the Bay Area with AC, it really puts things into perspective during a heat wave.
I lived in Cedar Creek from 2011 - 2013 across the way from the Colorado river trails and we loved it there! There was a great place called hole in the wall cafe that we would visit for breakfast daily!
This was before Tesla and F1 track was in operation and when the Spurs were on fire!
I loved it and miss it there! Especially all the outdoor activities and dive bars!
Sounds like you have some wonderful memories from Cedar Creek! It's always nice to look back on those special times.
Great vid. Sounds like the kid used leftist logic in his decision-making...
Glad you liked the video. I try to avoid political discussions since that’s an area where opinions often merge with emotion. He did refer to the “hype about Austin.” I personally saw several articles from various west coast media outlets that made Austin sound like a utopia. When buying a house, especially if it will mean moving across the country, I don’t think it’s possible to do too much fact checking and due diligence.
Great video, Charles. Thanks. I read that article and felt there were a lot of opinions rather than fact.
I appreciate your feedback and glad you enjoyed the video!
@@SFSCharles My wife and I are considering moving to San Antonio in 2025. When I see articles like that gentleman's I get an idea of why many Texans are leary about Californians moving there. (I live in Greater Los Angeles.) We are still doing our research. We want to make sure we are not just moving to TX for the lower cost of living. (So far I love what I see out there!)
@hammysbbq The craziness that happened during the pandemic was an anomaly. People made bad decisions because they were caught up in a frenzy and were afraid they were going to miss out. Your approach will likely lead to a better decision. I’m primarily Austin but feel free to reach out for anything that will help you make a good decision
@@SFSCharles Thanks so much, Charles. Means a lot!
Didn’t listen to the video but I can tell you that you can’t go from one democrat state to another democrat run city and expect to get something better 🤷♀️
Born and raised in San Diego,CA moved to Round Rock, TX in Feb 2021; never going back to CA, by the way all of my friends that moved from CA are conservative; including myself. 🎉
It's great to hear that you've found a community of like-minded friends in Texas!
South Florida man here I spent 7 months in Austin. There are some plus and minus here. It is super 😂expensive in Austin, spread out , and a lot of homeless .
Thanks for sharing your observations about Austin
I'm absolutely fine with people not coming here anymore and leaving. I've lived in Austin almost my entire life, it's not what it used to be same as anywhere else but it's still a good place to live.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts! It's refreshing to hear someone who appreciates the city despite its changes.
Austin is way overrated
Thank you for sharing your thoughts, it's always good to have diverse opinions.
We do have mountains in Texas. You just have to be willing to drive a piece to go see them. Beaches too.......... same thing, drive a bit.
Thanks for the reminder! It's amazing how much beauty Texas has to offer if we're willing to hit the road.
It’s June 2024 and my mom had a $400 electric bill for South Carolina last month. Biden’s economy sucks: Imagine that.
Has there ever been a good economy under a democrat since the 60’s? It definitely hasn’t happened since the Clinton’s showed up.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's always insightful to hear different perspectives on economic situations.
I, and my fellow Texans are more than willing to show you the exits.
Liked a few California people here, however, our relationships will grow founder if you go wonder yourselves back to Cali. 💯🤠
We value your hospitality.
My Southern California next door neighbors just moved back to the LA after being south of Decatur TX for only 2.5 years.
They moved here to avoid the mandatory covid shots for their 5 yo and under children. And they say the vaccination laws have been dropped, so they are moving back because they missed their friends.
Good neighbors, but they definitely didn't like the summers here.
It's always nice to have good neighbors, even if they don't stay for long.
It's a good start. Now, if we can convince the New Yorkers and folks from Illinois to leave as well.
Thanks for watching and sharing your opinion.
Lots of NYers move to Florida or the Carolinas and many actually move back to NY because they don’t like the south. Plenty stay but I know a lot who move back after a couple of years.
It's interesting to see how people's preferences and experiences vary when it comes to moving to different states.
My electric bill will be 500+ until October. But, I understand that and prepare for it.
We all know it will be high when the AC runs all day
As a native Texan, take Austin with you! Lol 😂
I always say Im a Texan first, American second. God bless Texas! ❤
There are many in Texas who feel the same way
As a non US resident who has visited California many times I can attest to the fact that many who leave the beautiful areas of coastal California for lower cost states usually end up moving back even if they don't necessarily like California politics.
Reasons could be their family is still back in the Golden state, they don't find many great job opportunities in their new state. The new affordable home they live in is in an area that isn't as vibrant or fun as their coastal California town.
I am sure Texas is a wonderful state but it isn't for everyone and neither is California. When I am old and retired, I would love to live in Southern California during the Canadian winter.
Thanks for sharing your observations about California. There are a number of positives about living there
Could they start leaving Colorado now too? Specifically Durango CO. It's too small and cold winters for them.
actually what they do is live here from may-october and somewhere else for the winter months.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts
moved to Midland one month after graduation, never looking back
Thank you for sharing your experience! It's great to see you thriving in Midland.
Bravo brother. Excellent insight.
Thank you for your kind words!
lived there for almost 20 years.....
1. constant traffic
2. constant construction
3. pay is higher then small towns but so is housing cost
4. homeless almost everywhere
5.transit system is very lacking (bussing 11 miles takes about an hour with a transfer)
Thank you for sharing your insights after living there for so long.
Almost every person I know that moved here from California, Chicago and NY has moved back or is planning on moving back very soon
Thanks for sharing that observation
Well the Golf of Mexico is an ocean of sea water. To say Texas doesn't touch ocean water is like saying there are no rivers in New Mexico. Though it is true that Austin, Tx is not in any near any oceans. There's Lady Bird Lake so it's near waters.
That's a great point about the Gulf of Mexico and Texas geography!
400 dollars a month for elec. in Ca. can be very normal, even for SD or SF. The problem with leaving Ca. for an extended period of time it is even tougher to comeback.
Thanks for sharing your experience with the high electricity costs in California. It's eye-opening.
@@SFSCharles You're welcome I love this video, it has been one of my wonderments, why people left, what were their experiences and why they came back. Most costal elites in Ca. have no idea what living in real weather is like and it comes as a huge shock to them.
@@Moondoggy1941 I also know from personal experience, after you've been here a while you acclimate to it. I remember that first time I got off the plane in Houston many years ago, it felt like I had walked into a sweat lodge. Today, I wouldn't think twice about doing just about anything outdoors on a blistering August afternoon.
Good, more people need to move away. What people do ot seem to understand is that land has a carrying capacity, there are far too many people trying to move in, with the aquifers going dry, lakes being drained to make sure Travis amd Williamson counties get water, drought conditions worseing, good luck with the high rent, high taxes and no water.
It's important to consider the impact of population growth on the environment and resources.
Awesome video! I greatly appreciate objectivity and balanced comparisons.
Thank you for your kind words, I'm glad you found the video helpful!
As a California resident, i approve of this. Keep Texas red.
Thank you for your comment!
Lived in Texas for four years while in the military made the decision I’ll just stay in California. I loved Texas off-road open. Carry amazing steak, but to live forever just not my thing.
It's great to hear about your experiences in Texas and California!
We have beaches, mountains, and everything else. Just not in the same place.
Thank you for appreciating the diverse landscapes and contrasting natural beauty in different locations.
Why do so many out-of-staters have so much trouble understanding Texas geography? Why do so many Californians have a hissy fit when Texans point out that Texas has mountains, beaches, forests, canyons, rivers, lakes, underground caverns, and grasslands?
Strangest thing. I live in Northern California and have a squalor of texans behind me. It's a couple with their 3 kids and both sets of grandparents. 9 people in a 3 bedroom house.. relentless traffic, UPS/FedEx, BARKING DOG that NEVER SHUTS UP. All the wildlife is ran off. It's just terrible. These people sucks so bad.... (flatlanders)
Thank you for sharing your experience. It's important to vent sometimes, and I hope things improve for you soon.
Thank goodness! Let 'em go. CA is what caused his frustration altogether. And, that is truly unfortunate. I wouldn't want to wish misfortune on anyone, BUT, glad to see each and every one of them go back. Google employees, we'll help YOU move back...post haste. Take your money and your politics back with you. Don't want it, don't need it.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts!
Being a native Texan that can trace his roots back to pre-Revolution, I would much prefer they go back if they don’t like it here rather than trying to change my state into whatever they were hoping it would be.
It's important to appreciate where we come from and respect the roots of our heritage.
The thing that pisses us off more than them being here is the way they drive they drive like they know the streets better than us o and Florida people to. Cutting us off going around us all just to catch the same red light as everyone else.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. It's always good to vent about annoying drivers.
Yessssss and don't let the boot hit you in the ass on the way out
Appreciate your perspective on this.
First time watching you. Totally enjoyed your video. I serve on a long term planning committee here in the Fort Worth area. Due to the new California migration the district was able to pass a 2 billion dollar bond. Growth Growth Growth with zero recognition by the district what 8% interest rates was going to do to the housing mkt . A few other conservatives help talk down the bond from 2.7 billion.
Now that the district appraised rates are not going to grow 10 percent per year till infinity and new homes are not adding at eye popping numbers, we are already having a OH SHIT THOUGHTS.
LOL .
I BET YOU CAN FIND A FEW DISTRICTS down your way that is going to be suffering the same way . Especially since Abbot is quietly keeping 30 plus billion in property taxes without distribution. ( I personally feel that he built the fund on purpose) 4 years ago he sent counties notices about how they need to change how they charge their commercial properties. This to build revenue to pass the 100k homestead exemption. In case it was a flop. Abbot still refuses to pass a maximum annual increase of 10% annual increase.
We are a mess right now with property taxes. School districts and commercial property owners are hurting from the current systems
Thanks for sharing your insights on this. It’s important to be aware of how those tax dollars are allocated
IMO - - People are shocked when they discover how large Texas is. They simple don't get it until they have to drive somewhere. The new transplants think they are getting a good deal on a big flashy McMansion until the property tax bill goes up every higher.
Texas sure is vast, and it can be surprising for newcomers!
As someone who's been in texas For basically , there life if it's the California residents. that tried to bring their Politics here. Moving back then, I am glad they are moving out. The only thing we would actually would want in terms of california is legalized weed right now.
It's interesting to see how different states handle politics and social issues!
Oh, just getting ready to get rid of Newscam.
Thanks for watching and sharing your thoughts.
I'm in small town Ohio...looking to relocate in the next decade or so, though I'm not a fan of cities, I love to see why Californians hate specific region, towns, etc. Because it moves higher on my list. I'd also like to note I dont factor weather. If a 'nader comes and blows my home away...ok. if a hurricane makes landfall, again ok. If Yellowstone goes...expect a longer winter (it's going to be a lava flow based on models of it's magma chamber)...what I do take into account is geology...can I sit and geek out over a pebble for an hour, and be entertained the whole time? Also looking into that same small town feel. I mean yeah, public transit is a plus, but if I can live out in the country, and have a small town where I work, buy food, etc in the region, that's what'd I like. Big cities just tend to be...to big...and Horses? Man my school didn't have me go the equestrian therapy...and I'd love to own horses in the future! I'll gladly trade video games and "doom scrolling" for horse riding and other outdoor work.
There are many areas in Texas that are like you’re describing, and many not far from the big cities
A well articulated video, I really enjoyed the information!
Glad you enjoyed it!