Currently, Florida ranks second behind California as the nation’s busiest state for jumbo loans. And housing market experts say the driving force behind those loans for luxury homes is the cold winters that residents of the Northeast, Midwest, and even some southern states have been experiencing. Bill Banfield, vice president of Quicken Loans, one of the country’s largest jumbo lenders, says it’s simple: "When you have got people who get cold in the wintertime, they start thinking about places they would rather be. And that places Florida at the top of the list.'' Miami tops the list of Florida housing markets with the highest volume of jumbo loans with a median sales price of $295,000. Next is Cape Coral-Fort Myers at $212,250, North Port-Bradenton-Sarasota
Jacksonville and Miami while both in Florida are still very different. Having vacationed in Miami a lot while living in Jacksonville the difference between the two are abundant. The cities are only a 5-hour drive apart from each other but with all their differences they seem like a different world. Some of the main difference I noticed while visiting Miami was the night life, the beaches, and the amount of Spanish spoken in the two cities.
Even if you cannot tell the difference between the cultures of Hawaii and Florida, the weather easily sets the two apart. As far as tropical locations go, many people expect the weather to be warm and sunny, looking for a perfect day to go to the beach and relax next to the ocean. In Florida, though the heat and humidity is almost unbearable. It makes you want to immediately jump into the ocean to try a cool off under the hot sun. Unfortunately, with the sun beating down on the ocean and the humidity in the air trapping all of the heat, the ocean also heats up very quickly and it becomes more like a hot tub, which is not the most relaxing of choice in the middle of a warm, summer day. With all of the humidity in Florida, it is also very common for a sudden downpour to erupt and leave you soaking wet like you have been in the ocean all day. Despite these flaws in the perfect, tropical weather you expect, when you do get a nice day in Florida, it makes you wish the day would never end and that you would never have to leave.
Aside from being a free state Florida has a lot of job opportunities for people who need a job. Either part time job or full time. Also, the prices in Florida are lower than other states because there is no state taxes. Florida is one of the seven states that impose no income tax and it’s the most suitable state for retirees. Another thing is that Florida has a lot of attractions that people can go and visit. For example, there’s Walt Disney world, universal, and more. It also has a lot of beaches. Like, cocoa beach and clear water.
Tourism represents a big part of Florida's economy. There are a bunch of parks in Orlando where people spend billions of dollars
Winds blow slower in Florida compared to the equator. This is because Florida winds only blow 930 mph, and it is because of the Coriolis effect (slower speed = slower wind).
Florida is Spanish for “Land of the Flowers”. This state is bordered by the Gulf Of Mexico, Alabama, Georgia, and the Atlantic Ocean. Florida has the longest coastline in the contiguous United States. The climate varies from subtropical in the north and tropical in the south. The coastline is approximately 1,350 miles long. Due to Florida’s location along the coast, it is a main target for severe tropical storms. Homeowners insurance rates are expensive in Florida. This is because the state has been hit the most by hurricanes and tropical storms than any other state in the US. Florida is also a victim of tornadoes. The state average for a home policy is an estimated $1,952.
The historic and charming city of Tallahassee is best known for being the capital of the Sunshine State. The North Florida city is a place where southern charm elegantly couples with the diverse beauty that is Florida. The lush, green landscape of the capital city boasts centuries-old live oaks, stately plantations, and explosions of flowering perennials. The subtropical climate that is responsible for the lush flora and fauna of the region also makes air-conditioning a must-have-item. Luckily, most homes in Tallahassee are outfitted with air-conditioning as well as many other modern amenities. Popular area amenities include outdoor
Jason Evans an ecologist from the Stetson University and one of the three writers who conducted the study in the Nature Climate Change journal said, “In terms of sheer number of people living in harm’s way [South Florida] is way at the top basically. It just pops out.”
World War II had an incredible affect on the state of Florida. Although each state had growth after WWII, Florida was one that grew more than the rest. Military Installations swept the state, inviting men from all over America to move to Florida for military training. Because of the influx of people moving to the state, economically, Florida began to thrive. This meant new jobs which meant more money for the state. The social life of Floridians began to pick up as well. Tourists traveled from every state to visit Florida. Those Yankees just couldn't resist the warm climate, great wildlife views and cooling ocean waters of the Sunshine State.
Arizona and Florida are two seemly similar places, but when you compare the two they have very different pros and cons. Florida is a humid place, and Arizona is a dry heat. Florida is normally sunny as well as Arizona but it gets much more rain then Arizona because it’s basically an island state. If you’re looking for a bigger difference in seasons Arizona is great because the winters are colder, and there is snow in the northern area of Arizona, while you won’t ever get any in Florida. If you’re looking for a relatively warm place all year round Florida is great. Being that Arizona is a desert state the humidity and rainfall is much lower. The average high in Arizona summers is a strikingly high 104 degrees while Florida’s average high is 92 degrees. The winter’s high median in Arizona is 48 degrees while Florida stands at 50 degrees. Usually in Arizona the wettest month is March with around 1” and Florida’s wettest month is usually June with around 7”. Arizona is the smaller state of the two with a population of 6,553,255 while Florida is standing at 19,317,568, so Arizona may be better if you like it to be a little less populated, and Florida is better if you like bog crowds and can deal with heavy traffic than Arizona. Florida also has slightly
While many travelers come to the sunny state of Florida only to visit our white, sandy beaches or to frequent one of our many amusement parks, tourists should be aware of the many historic sightseeing gems sprinkled throughout our lovely state. One of these gems, located in the heart of the gulf coast, is the city of Tampa.
The United States offers a variety of places to call home. Some like it hot, some like it cold, some like the quiet life, and some like the hustle and bustle. North America is here to accommodate with fifty shades of red, white, and blue. Even though the states can vary among size, culture, and climate there are two states that seem to be quite similar. California and Florida are two sides of the same coin. Of course, these states are not clones of one another, they sure do offer a similar experience for the one that calls either one home with a metropolis city, themed attractions, and a blended Hispanic culture.
Florida is known for bringing many tourist from around the world to see what makes the state so interesting. Here is some background information about Florida’s history. In 1513, Florida was being settled by the spanish colonist, Ponce de Leon. He had just settled colonies in the southern regions of Florida and as history goes on the culture started to spread. Florida’s attractions, national wildlife parks, and its population are what get people’s attention to the state. Its white sandy beaches serve as a place for partying and for serenity. Florida is a place to get away from all negative and gives off a fun friendly atmosphere around the area. I believe that the increase in the state’s population, amazing animal life, and wonderful attractions are the three main reasons that will interest you to go visit Florida and experience it's fun and friendly atmosphere.
The overall health of the economy has a significant impact on the real estate industry. The economy is measured using indicators such as the GDP, employment percentages, manufacturing activity, and price of goods. When these indicators identify a sluggish economy it translate directly to declining real estate sales. RE/MAX and the customer alike are directly affected by the economy. A slow economy consists of decreased homes sales while a flourishing economy affords the customer the opportunity to buy, which relates to an increase in home sales for the realtor. (Amadeo, 2016)
The house of my dream has to be huge, spacious, which would reflect my personality toward innovations and modern technological advances. I would like my house count as much as possible with green materials that preserve the environment I want my house to be located in a place away from the disturbance of a big city but at the same time close to civilization. My personality and lifestyle would allow me to feel comfortable in such a place like this. I think a perfect place to live for me would in Florida although I do not know exactly what part of it I know Florida is the kind of environment in which I would like to live. Even though is not one of the largest states; Florida has some large and famous cities in