THE REAL TRUTH ABOUT MOVING TO MIAMI (BEWARE!)⚠️ 

The problem with Miami is Florida has one of the lowest pay rates in the country it's very difficult for people working locally to afford the cost.

Born and raised in Miami and I used to love my city, but now it has changed significantly for the worse. Most of my friends have moved away.

I’m 23 now. I was born and raised in Miami. Let’s just say… living here is AWFUL. Everything about Miami is absolute GHETTO👏🏻 TRASH👏🏻 I’m so thankful I work from home because I cannot even imagine the traffic going to/leaving work. The rent here is beyond expensive, the crime rate has increased by 23%, the people here are rude/fake/ghetto, everything is EXPENSIVE!!!!!!! I seriously cannot wait to get out of here. And yes- when you enter west palm beach and above, you feel like you’re in a WHOLE OTHER STATE👏🏻 DON’T MOVE HERE, WE ARE FULL!!!!!!!!!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

I’ve traveled all over the United States, and Miami has a very, very unique vibe. It’s an extremely fast-paced, glamorous, and over-the-top kind of place. The freeway is like a dangerous racetrack. I also don’t find the people in Miami to be particularly down-to-earth and friendly, like you might find in the Midwest. People, please listen to what this man is saying. Many people who move to Miami will simply be chewed up and spit out by this expensive and crazy city.

I lived in south Florida and had family there as well. All of us left because of the weather. Miami is miserably hot. It’s expensive AF and driving there isn’t fun. I don’t miss any of it.

As a native Miamian ... I'm co-signing your accuracy... Your observation is on point 📍

I believe everything you’re saying about Miami. I think it’s a great place to go visit, but I don’t think Miami is a long term place to live unless you’re a multimillionaire and up. Even these people only live there part time. It’s like it’s not a real city. It’s like a tropical Vegas on water lol! It’s more of a place to visit and stay for an extended weekend and leave. People who do move there stay for a few years and then they grow up and move to real cities like Dallas, Houston, Austin, Atlanta, etc. last thing I wanted to touch on is the fact that Miami is a large city, but everything you want to do is concentrated within a small area which is basically Brickell, downtown, south beach, etc. if your there long enough, you tend to run into the same people.

Yea man my wife and I moved down here about 2years ago. From Michigan. Its crazy drivers down here. I pray extremely hard for my wife and my safety daily. No cliche. Its s great city if you learn how to navigate. You have to find your place. Its definitely not a place to be lazy. You need to work and be about your business. But if you're focused, mind your business and do your thing you're good.

Born & raised in Miami Beach here - absolutely no lies detected in this video 💯

I'm taking my mom there for a vacation soon, will be a first time visit for both of us, so I definitely needed this. You the realest for this bro.

Yessi Brother if you want to meet Fine Columbian women’s that like African American men’s. You need to go to Columbia like Medellin, Bogota. Once they get to Miami you forget it. But know some Spanish

I have lived in Miami my entire life, I was born here. It is most definitely not the same as it was when I was a kid, but I even hated it when I was a kid. And it is 1 million times worse now. I absolutely positively with every fiber of my soul, loath, hate, despise, loath MIAMI!!! The only reason I am still here is because unfortunately, I chose someone that was not a good partner and we had two children. I love my children, but I left my partner five years ago and I am coparenting. Once they are of college age, I am leaving. If they want to come visit me and stay with me wherever I am, they can catch a flight, but I am not staying in Miami!it is absolutely 100% garbage fire. If hell is a place on earth it is MIAMI.

U ain’t lying my brotha I’m from Miami and the city ain’t t for the weak

Where are u from?... I would have like to see a before pic of u b4 going there. You look like you've been traumatized or something lol😅(joking)

Lots of very glamorous rich in Miami who sometimes look down on others who are not as glamorous or fortunate. I felt that attitude the most in South Beach.

Miami is not for everyone but if you stay around long enough you will never want to live anywhere else. The fakers and prankers are not Miami.

Kind of a nice stream of consciousness type of explanation of Miami but the music got a little distracting

Cuz almost blackout Talking about that traffic 😂😂😂😂

See y’all living crazy live nice not overly rich learn to cook I save so much money

My honest opinion as a man of 27 years of age Miami native. Not worth it, live in better countries, live in better cities with better people and better energy. I’m leaving.

I really enjoyed your video. You are saying it from the heart. Keep doing a great job.

This was a really good video and thank you so much for the in depth breakdown. My brother moved to Miami back in 2010 and has never left. I visited for the 1st time last year and spent a few weeks there and I can say for sure that Floridians have a strong attitude and I think it comes from being around New Yorkers and upper East Coast people who have migrated to Florida the past 80 or so years. I feel that Floridians have taken on the horrible attitude that New Yorkers have. The service is trash and it can feel racist when dealing with some of these people in those establishments. I do speak a little bit of Spanish and I am married to a Puerto Rican & Colombian woman she too said that the people have horrible attitudes. I grew up in Southern California where Spanish is prevalent and you will experience the same thing so I get it when you have the majority and others have ruined the experience by doing certain things that left a stigma. The Drivers, my goodness the worst I have ever seen in my life, good lord you will need the best car insurance you will ever need. The Drivers drive like it is Daytona 500 or Fast & Furious its INSANE! You will lose your cool because people cut you off at high speeds, smash on the breaks suddenly, bust U turns in the middle of the road, cut traffic off and swerve across 3 lanes to make a last second exit. I tell you it is Insane. I will say this though, you have good and bad everywhere, and I think the good outweighs the bad in florida. It is a Paradise like no other compared to the rest of the USA. Miami reminds me a lot of Los Angeles infrastructure wise and the grid. But Miami is 10x Better than Los Angeles to me because of the way they built around the Beaches, rivers, bays, sandbars, canals, channels etc... You feel like you are in another country. You will have to adjust and thats all, get in where you fit in.

I just came back from Miami and everything you said is 100% accurate.

Visiting Miami made me want to move from my hometown. I knew I could afford Miami to.... Great advice

I grew up in Miami and I can tell you it’s trash. Miami is great for one/two weeks to visit, but to live it’s absolutely garbage

Born and raised in Miami. lived there for 33 years. Ten years ago, I picked up and moved to Brooklyn, I haven't regretted or looked back. Miami looks good from far but is far from good.

Nice video. You dress well. Also I lived in Miami for school at the art institutes but left because it was horrible. Miami is all about looks and clothing. I had no problems in that area but the Spanish rules that place. What happened to the professional blacks?

I'm in Tampa and it's honestly the same way here. Crazy thing is that the price tag is going up big time here as well. I am looking to move to Miami also due to the Tech industry moving in. I'm from GA and lived in Atlanta area for a minute so alot of this is on point for there too.

I love Miami ❤ Been here for a year and while everything you mentioned is accurate, I fee l like the good outweighs the bad. Got to have your money right though.

You're 25 years too late. Miami was a much better place in the mid - late 90s even in the early 2000s. After that, it went down hill. Now, Miami is a terrible miserable place to be in. I wouldn't recommend it to outsiders. Also, a lot of native Miamians have moved away.

Good info bro! Ive lived in Atlanta my who life and looking to make a move out of state. Miami is one of the places I've been considering. You confirmed a lot of the pros and cons I have suspected. I don't think its for me. Thanks again for the info.

In regards to driving, Miami has the worst paved roads in the State. Tons of manhole inundations, pot holes, debris and all sorts of suspension hurting occurrences.

Great video. Thank you for telling the truth about Miami. Although I am a northern white, I felt like an outsider in Miami. People were not friendly and some had bad attitudes. There is some prejudice against Northerners in the South.

This man complaining about getting women who’s daddy don’t like black men 😂 this is why I’m always side eying black women who stand in front lines for black men. 🤡

The most accurate, realistic video and honest opinion. isn't South Florida more oriented towards wealthy? Rent prices are high and real estate prices are in top of the most expensive. Not sure how Texas dealing with Californians and New Yorkers, but Californians and New Yorkers in Florida could be the reason why prices are bitting because city is overcrowded and competitiveness

U in latin america not america thats the difference

James you a man of the truth...Much love and blessings to you young man...Always wanted to see Miami but your video put a reality check for me..💯👍

a friend of mine told me, before i go down to Miami to be aware of Racism down there, its pretty heavy in certain areas, is that true

So moving from Waikiki, Hawaii to Miami is not that a big of a transition. We have the highest rents/housing costs in the nation, so paying $2500 for a studio is not a shocker. A lot of beautiful but fake, high-maintenance men and women here; food/restaurant costs almost the same (but we do have a lot of restaurants in between the high-end and cheap eats places; clothing is the same: you can find all the designer stuff here but there are also places like Ross, Marshall, and Target where prices are reasonable. One difference though is that the people here are very friendly, the aloha spirit is still alive (but rapidly fading). Our issues with traffic is that there is too much of it on the highway all day long...bumper-to-bumper and the lack of parking spaces, especially in town and Waikiki. If there's an accident or truck spill on the freeway, the entire freeway shuts down and you're stuck for hours until it's resolved. As far as the Latin thing goes, I love Spanish and Latin men (especially Puerto Ricans) so that's all good. We do have a ton geckos, chameleons , and big roaches--and the roaches will be in your house no matter how clean you are (I keep Raid and Combat on hand at all times) -- thank God no iguanas yet. So yeah, moving from Hawaii to Miami is not so big a change. Plus you guys get to travel anywhere in the lower 48 or the Caribbean without having to pay an arm and leg for plane flights like we do. But yeah, your weather there in Miami is no joke! Thanks for the heads up on moving there.❤

go towards south dade, kendall, westchester, miami lakes if you want latin women who are more acceptable to black men james. alot of the women in Brickell and the areas your in are really just about money and being materialistic and themselves.

Lol when u talk about nice woman u got a smile on ur face

I’m from miami it’s always glamorous and expensive now billionaires are moving there. It’s a place to make money in real estate that’s why I’m planning on moving back. You have to go where the money is. In Europe the business is shit now so I’m looking to move back.

I was born in Miami and live in Midtown now and grew up in Miami n Broward and yes you’re 1000% accurate. From the weather to the hispanics to the traffic and even the bugs lol. Miami is an extremely unique place and it’s great if you know how to maneuver and difficult if you don’t. I just subbed. If you’re still down here let’s link and network

thank u the most truthful and in depth video on here !!! wish all the success in business my brotha

Your video is the realest I’ve seen regarding Miami! I have been planning to move there for over a year. I’ve visited so many times within that, and it instantly makes you feel out of place. I’ve never seen a man laying on the side wall, look like he’s dead, and people casually walking by. Huge culture shock for me personally, and realization of how selfish a city it really is. But I just have to remember why I’m going and be selfish in that regard, not apart of everyone else’s!

Miami is having a ton of influx of wall street money so no wonder I see "why Miami is the best place to move in 2023" articles everywhere that highlight all the shiny stuff and conveniently missing on the bottom line realities of common man's life. I applaud James for making this video with such honest and correct information.

Latino guy here, bro you a great teller, look with latinas just learn spanish and salsa dancing you gonn be scoring left and right mane. Some them colombianas and cubanas only know how to say “jaguar yu” and get intimidated otherwise

Born and raised in the county of Dade, the thing you have to understand about Miami is that it has become a tourist trap. So either you have the money to live that life, or, like me, you adapt and make your career something that takes advantage of that fact. I’m an event bartender, so I get to see all the dopest venues, be at the most extravagant parties, meet all kinds of people, all while making money. I keep my bills as low as possible and live a great life in a truly beautiful city. But it’s only possible if you’re not trying to live above your means. Being bilingual is also a major advantage.

Co-sign all of this! Been here 18 months! I’m actually gonna do a video of myself! He mentioned it as #2 but it’s #1 on my list. The driving/drivers here are absolutely criminal. It’s honestly why I can’t recommend this place far as living here.

Thank you for this video. Dang so many negatives … what do you think of someone moving to Miami for the military?

Here's another reason...politics.

"BLOW YOUR WIG BACK" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 aye no cap tho, it is what it is

Ima be honest I’m from northern Virginia and most of the stuff you’re explaining sounds just like here lol. I want to move to Florida but it sounds like outside Miami is the best idea

WOW - you just describe a third world country, from the attitude, to the wanna be rich, to the colorism. NOT FOR ME. I stay away from areas that have diverse cultures living together its too chaotic. However, if you are white you are alright in the eyes of most immigrants and new comers. Don't need that kind of BS

I wanted to move here more for the weather than anything else

African American born in Miami raised in ATL...been living in Miami for almost 4 years...this is the most miserable I've ever been in my life....I'm working extremely hard to move ASAP ...Houston is my mission!!!

That boy want a Latin Woman... i noticed thats the thing out there

Been in Miami for 3/4 months now. And the only thing that fucked me up was my job that I was offered down here got delayed. Have a steady income. Move down here with people you know and know people in Miami that’ll make your leisure life easier. Everything else is on you. I feel like anywhere is what you make it

Beautiful video bro, i am a black male Myself and was considering Miami. This video helped alot to put things into perspective

DONT come down here with out of state plates. Just don’t. Lol

I like that prices finna Blow yo wig back lolo 😅😂 I visited Miami for first time last month. I was surprised how expensive it really was. Bruh you not lying 🤦🏾‍♂️😂😂...$1,000 is nothing in Miami jeez 🤦🏾‍♂️😂

Beware of all "Big Box Business" Stay Away". One big hole business.Collecting information to get what they can from you.

I pray that he encourages all of y’all not to come here. 🗣️🗣️we’re full.

These videos have been so helpful! Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

Every single thing you said is true lol

Maybe not in number but definitely by influence of the restaurants, venues,social structure the mill’s & bill’s have always controlled Miami💰💯

you dont need to tip.. im a born miami raised native. i never tip, fuk that. especially for take out.. only if i feel like the whole staff deserve it.

lol, where are you originally from? i'm laughing cause i just passed the part where you said mosquitos will eat you alive. i live in north jersey, crazy rent, heavily spanish speaking area, terrible drivers and all that, so these sound like my life right now. i just put in a transfer request to florida with my job and i'll be strictly remote so limited driving when i get there. i fell in love with miami over 10 years ago and finally found my chance to make it my home 🤞🏽 just wondering what you're used to prior to this.

great video mate, im moving out there from Australia in 2 months. the weather and the money stuff won't really bother me but this has given me a bit to think about. appreciate it!

I’m about to make my own video on this lol! I’m cracking up about the driving 😂 they say NY drivers are crazy but FL takes the cake. Great breakdown, I recently moved here and tbh I don’t vibe with the ppl. Unfortunately I started a business here so it sucks to have to start over so soon but I’m seriously considering leaving. Just don’t know here yet 🤨

Good video my boy. You think Miami worse than Cali? I don't think so. LA is trash

Amo Miami, saludos.

I moved to Miami 18 years ago. Everything you said here is true.

Happy New Year. We were supposed to collaborate gorgeous guy.

Just great info. Thanks!

Video is really in-depth! Appreciate that

like the real talk. makes you feel like these are our own thoughts and experiences telling it as it is

Lmao 😂 what part of Miami are you talking about? I was born and raised 36 years…. Everyone 600 shoes?

-They want their money back 🤣😅

I like the way you presented your points, very down-to-earth. I have been considering a job in Miami and came across a lot of divided opinion about the importance of Spanish. Would you say areas slightly north of Miami like Hollywood or Aventura are more English-speaking, and people have better attitudes ?

I'm in Aventura and I love it here

Where you get those glasses big homie? Nice!

Miami ain't for the faint of heart. Never has been even in back in the day decades I ago. But sure is beautiful! 🌴 Thanks for video bro 👍

currently living in Miami, this video is 1000 percent accurate, ive said all your points to my ppl before. take heed.

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I couldn’t agree more with this video Miami is a good vacation spot I wouldn’t live down there .

I just subscribed. I heard about the traffic, the people being mean etc. A 1 bedroom in Midtown is around $3500. I am trying to sell my house and move to either Edgewater or Midtown maybe Aventura more green space. This is the realest video I have ever seen on Miami. You need to change the title to The real truth when relocating to Miami BEWARE

very good valid points that effect everyday life i would never live in Miami it's not worth it imo

I live in Nashville now but work in finance. The industry has expanded there since the pandemic. But think boca is a nice affordable place for a recent grads and just visit the Miami area on weekends. Really would like this move

Miami too hot too much traffic, moving up north asap

Great video

is 400k year goog in miami?

Great video and soooo true. I've been living here over 6 years and it's only gotten more expensive rapidly during COVID. I tell people don't bring yo ass down here if you aren't ready to pay to play! 😅

Thanks for the real in maimi...i planning on retiring there this year there...got to look you up

Great breakdown of the city! I need to network with you if possible? I will be moving to the 305 in August!

def on point esp with south beach scammers

Great video ! 👏

quality!

Mannn you should do a part 2

This is so accurate