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NovemberEcho
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I must have lived in some other FL
Well I was in the panhandle in Panama City so pretty much a different world than south Florida.
Apophis
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NovemberEcho
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Ah...so basically Alabama.
Pretty much =\. Honestly I think Alabama was an improvement over the panhandle.
BajtheJino
I'm looking at you.
As a resident of SC (at least for 3 more months until I move) let me caution you about moving here. I live in the greater Charleston metropolitan area and taxes are ridiculous. High sales tax. State income tax. Property tax. Vehicle property tax. Gas tax going up. The cost of living is rapidly going up. Rush hour is now 7am-7pm.
The sad part is that the local aviation scene is not that happening. I think there might be a total of 4 airplanes for rent in a 50 mile radius of CHS. The one flight school that doesn't push a sim down your throat closed (luckily a resident of means stepped up and has a few airplanes now but there's just not a lot of business). The local charter scene is dodgy at best.
Tennessee has no state income tax. Aviation is pretty active in Nashville and Memphis. Nashville is a pretty good area. But Memphis is Memphis. Have lived both places during my 20+ years in that state.
killbilly
Vocals, Lyrics, Triangle, Washboard, Kittens
The Carolinas offer a good mix of climate, geography and demographics. You can find something there. Costs of living aren't too bad there.
Florida (and I was partially raised there) I wouldn't go back to. Flat. Boring. Beaches are nice. Too easy to fall into complacency there.
You just about live as far north in NoVA as it's possible to be and not be in WV.
Delaware actually seems kind of interesting lately. Low cost of living, cheap real estate, easy access to NYC, PHL and DC/NoVA....plus beaches and low taxes....it's compelling if you have a decent job there.
Florida (and I was partially raised there) I wouldn't go back to. Flat. Boring. Beaches are nice. Too easy to fall into complacency there.
I know a guy that I think could get you in banner towing in Delaware. You'd have to choose carefully to find good schools and affordable neighborhoods.
We live in Northern VA and love it. You have to go North and West to find something affordable. But if you're going to vote for people that increase taxes and regulations, then stay in Jersey. We have enough problems with people from Marlyland moving here and doing that.
You just about live as far north in NoVA as it's possible to be and not be in WV.
Delaware actually seems kind of interesting lately. Low cost of living, cheap real estate, easy access to NYC, PHL and DC/NoVA....plus beaches and low taxes....it's compelling if you have a decent job there.
NovemberEcho
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NickH
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I must have lived in some other FL
I describe Florida as the dregs of American humanity dripping slowly off the edge...
BigZ
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FL is definitely attached to the US, but my experience is that it's still very different from the US in general and the South in particular.
I enjoyed living there and I enjoy coming down every chance I have. Matter of fact headed there this weekend and can barely restrain from packing already
bucksmith
Did you lock the doors?
Actually couldn't go much further west to hit WV. Immediately to the north is MD, but ironically (stereotypically speaking) that is where you would go to find some confederate flags and dudes shooting their cousin because he was sleeping with his sister, that was his wife.
I could think of a reason or two to move to DE...
Curious about the taxation without representation you suffer under, wonder if MD will take you back??
scooter2525
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Thankfully I wasn't anywhere near the limit.
killbilly
Vocals, Lyrics, Triangle, Washboard, Kittens
It's an interesting question these days. Wondering if MD would take DC back is half of it. The other half is the residents of the District WANTING to become citizens of MD. I expect that if most DC residents wanted to live in MD, they would. We have a significant tax base here and more citizens than at least two states.
I'm not familiar with all of the historical narrative nor the nuances of the politics, though. It strikes me as something I should probably know more about, but I just haven't taken the time to learn it.
CFI A&P
Exploring the world one toilet at a time.
FTFY.
If it wasn't for football, flight schools, and airlines, aviation is almost non-existent in Jacksonville, Orlando and Tallahassee. SE & SW Florida is big for corporate and charter. SE Florida is home to some of shadiest operations on Earth. Proceed with caution.
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fast89pony
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I moved to Charlotte NC 2 years ago from Palm Beach FL. Everytime I go back to visit I'm so glad I moved. It's just not the same place that I grew up in. The schools are going way down hill and its expensive to live there. The climate is hot, hotter, and hottest. The drivers all either have have handicapped plates or expired or missing ones. Florida is a big long state and can be somewhat different from north to south though. Miami has some of the most beautiful women in the world but traffic. Orlando has Mickey Mouse but summers with no sea breeze are brutal. Can't just judge Florida on one city. Charlotte has beautiful seasons. The mountains are 2 hours west and the beach can be made in about 3 1/2. South Charlotte where I am the schools are very good. This was a big seller for us. There are parks and trails everywhere if you're big on that kinda stuff. I started playing disc golf which is fun. Courses everywhere. Taxes are high but it shows. The city and surrounding towns are the cleanest I've ever seen. And if you are still planning on trucking for awhile, in north Charlotte there are 100s of companys.UPS Fedex etc. Best of luck! Any other questions about Charlotte let me know!
NovemberEcho
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Charlotte is my favorite city in the US and when i started with the FAA my every intention was to get to CLT Approach within 5 years. Unfortunately due to our staffing now no one is allowed to transfer out of my facility =(
fast89pony
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I actually took a tour of the CLT tower about a month ago. Really nice folks there. That airport is growing like a mofo.
bucksmith
Did you lock the doors?
I support eliminating federal taxation from the citizens of DC. Seems like that would solve it.
NovemberEcho
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Well then they should throw some tea into the Potomac
FloridaLarry
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Florida is many different things, as these posts demonstrated. Cities are - well - cities. Nice to go to when you need them, but not fun to deal with daily. I live in a small east coast town (25K people) - Inland Waterway is about 3 miles as the crow flies, slightly longer if the crow is trailing his boat. Shopping is adequate, larger towns 13 and 30 miles N & S; Orlando is an hour plus traffic when I need it - about twice a year, plus MCO if necessary for travel. Two-thirds of the elderly are snow-birds. When they come, everything takes longer and defensive driving becomes mandatory. Lots of concern for the environment, balanced by a middle-level of governmental corruption in the pocket of big business and industry. Roads in generally good condition (Miami-West Palm seems an exception). Avoid the middle of the state - you need the coastal breezes and water is just plain neat. Can't speak for the Panhandle but others have been eloquent. Public Schools vary - do your research.
Summer weather is hellacious, but balanced by the 8 steps from my back door to the pool. Screened - remember the Florida State Bird is the mosquito. I haven't lived through a big hurricane yet, but the house is ready - built to Miami-Dade standards and with window shutters, etc.
I'm early-retirement age; it's fine for me. I like snow, but only for the first ten days, and that's better on TV.
Summer weather is hellacious, but balanced by the 8 steps from my back door to the pool. Screened - remember the Florida State Bird is the mosquito. I haven't lived through a big hurricane yet, but the house is ready - built to Miami-Dade standards and with window shutters, etc.
I'm early-retirement age; it's fine for me. I like snow, but only for the first ten days, and that's better on TV.