Hi everyone, thanks for tuning in! One important thing to also keep in mind is that a lot of people speak Spanish in Miami!! If you don't speak Spanish and are thinking of relocating there, you might want to learn some beforehand! Be sure to follow: Follow Mirage: Grab some Mirage merch here: www.etsy.com/shop/MirageOnTwitch Twitter/Instagram: @im_mirage_ Facebook: @MirageOnTwitch Twitch: www.twitch.tv/im_mirage_ Follow Electron: Twitter/Instagram/Facebook: @itselectron Spotify/iTunes: Electron Link to Spotify: open.spotify.com/artist/634s2xCVL7a9IG7qZJCRTJ Link to iTunes: music.apple.com/us/artist/electron/1444484447

When i was teenager you got off at wynwood you had to have some serious guts.. now its gentrified

Jon your time and experiences of Miami will always be close to your heart. I hope your next adventure brings you much happiness. I feel your move back home is only for a short time because you love being outside being active and feeling alive all the time.

A very well made video I can relate to. I had a similar experience moving from the Northeast to Los Angeles. I had a good job. It was a beautiful place and I had an amazing experience. But I ended up eventually coming back, and family was a big reason. I'm sure you'll do well wherever you're called to be. Keep the faith brother!

@jonferris

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kind words!

@kcoughlan123

3 жыл бұрын

Aww you poor baby

The only thing i dont like about miami is the cost of housing and low paying jobs. And commutes. Love the food and vibe. Like all big cities its gonna have bad spots

@isaac.2605

4 жыл бұрын

should i move here ? im currently 14 and my parents are finding a place to move

@astro3202

2 жыл бұрын

@@isaac.2605 if u moved there how did it go

I love miami because almost everyone speaks Spanish n English, with style, about their business, art is everywhere beach life is peaceful.you gotta to know how to make your money! Self employed, 🙌🏽💯

Thanks for making this. Very helpful

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in! I'm glad that my video helped you in some way.

Thanks for this great video !! And all the valuable experience sharing about the lives in Miami. Love them all !! Btw, love all your background music.... you have. Wry good taste !!! Those music makes this video super enjoyable!!!

@jonferris

3 жыл бұрын

Hi, thank you for your comment. I'm glad that you enjoyed my video and the music. It was fun producing this video and I was as honest as I could be about my experience living in Miami. Be sure to subscribe to my channel and have a great day!

Excellant video. Great visuals and good commentary.

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your comment! Have a great day!

Very well-put video! Spot-on about living in Miami. I've been living here for most of my life and you've summed it up pretty much. Bad traffic and high cost of living. It's different for me though because I have family and memories here. Miami will always be home to me. I went to FIU. Loved skating on campus, still do. Gawd I love this place I just really wish traffic and cost of living want so darn high.

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in Deb! That's cool that you skate and its also great that you have family in Miami.

@isaac.2605

4 жыл бұрын

if my grandma makes 57k a year and my grandpa 30k and my mom 10k do you think we can make a living there ?

@djw0985

3 жыл бұрын

I thought the cost of living is cheap. Is the job market really not that good in Miami also?

Hey great video's! 30th sub ayyy keep the video's up guy's! Best regards from England Lincolnshire ✌️ 🇬🇧

Great video my man! Considering heading down there after a winter trip down there. I’m from LA, CA. I love the island tropical vibes down there.Weather is unmatched the water is actually warm and swimmable out here is Cali the water is cold year round.

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Teo! Same here. One of the reasons why I moved to Florida was because of the weather. Enjoy your time in Miami!

Truth brotha! It’s not what’s around you, it’s who...

If you think being outdoors and want a Miami vibe actually Phoenix Arizona is a good substitute. Phoenix is booming with opportunities , it got the palm trees and mountains just no beach I was really amazed on how nice Phoenix was

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Anton, how are the jobs in Phoenix? I haven't been to Arizona since the 2000's.

GREAT JOB BROTHA

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Danny. Have a good one!

Truth things do open and close every year, and salaries are not good if you are working for someone else. I moved down here in 2010, ten years ago and have come and gone 4 times! but I think I will be here a while this time. Miami is a unique place for sure! And hey, shout out to hanging with the Vous Crew on South Pointe Beach! What beach is that at 12:25? Also, have you ever considered living abroad? You can live in Spain and teach english but only for 12-16 hours a week and do whatever else you want the rest of the time. It was my best job ever and maybe something you might be interested in, you seem adventurous. All the best moving back home!

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Lindsey, I considered living abroad back when I was in college but haven't thought about it since.. Teaching english abroad does sound interesting for sure. Thank you for tuning in and take care!

I wouldn't put so much music when you're talking. Apart from that, great video

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in!

I was born in Miami and it is not managed well. The government does not take care of the streets. I was shocked how bad Miami Beach looks the sidewalks are all cracked the rubbish and garbage on the streets and businesses shut down, too much construction. The mayor or whoever is running this place has failed and that is sad. People are rude in Miami and lazy. There are little jobs here that is why most locals leave and immigrants come in. It is beautiful the beach but, there is much more work to improve on. It needs help.. it is called corruption. Maybe if some white people ran the place it would be better managed.

@brookeb7646

4 жыл бұрын

The unemployment system also is a failure there is no job security here why people leave. There are many wealthy people here who buy their third home and celebrities. I mean the only good job is in real estate but there are 1000's of realtors and they are not professional. It is overpriced and doesnt match the quality of life.

Yeah rent is super high..I found efficiencies in Kendall and Cutler Bay for $800 but they didnt have all the amenities and kinda were in awkward neighborhoods where I was literally the only white non Hispanic American it seemed

Thanks Jon. Interesting perspective from a young person. My wife and I will be relocating to Florida from Denver, but will be doing the remote work option. Still not sold on the Miami, Ft. Lauderdale area. Considering Fort Myers area as well. Mostly the draw is being close to the water to do some sailing.

@jonferris

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Doug, Miami and Fort Lauderdale are very busy areas compared to southwest Florida. Some prefer the slower pace of southwest Florida and others enjoy the hustle and bustle of Miami. Miami is expensive and the cost of living there went up after COVID hit. You'll definitely find cheaper options in Fort Myers! Regardless of which coast of Florida you live on, there will be plenty of opportunities for you to do some sailing and you'll still be able to enjoy the Florida sunshine. Let me know if you have any questions!

The lack of regulation there is a shame. Until you live in Miami, you will not understand the need for rules and regulation. My friend (Yamamato) who had her whole life ahead of her moved down here to practice medicine. Some guy slammed into her on 95. Gave her a permanent back injury that effected her life majorly. Here's the actual kicker though: during the accident and waiting for medical help, the guy who hit her just stared at her blankly and couldn't answer any of her questions. Turns out, her didn't speak any English at all, was driving with out a license, and some how got found out that he wasn't over here in any legal way even short term. Authorities had the hardest time with this accident because they had no clue who this guy was, why he was here, and why he was driving considering the circumstances. It was ridiculous and it injured this young women who simply wanted to practice her craft and did everything by the books. People might act like that's hate on immigration. It really isn't. It's hate on doing whatever the fuck you want without considering other people or at least breaking the rules in a cautious way. but....that honestly...is just another day in the 305. Anyone that lives there, knows that that is just another day in Miami.

@Always1Ambitious

3 жыл бұрын

The problem is there are barely any highway enforcement in FL. I've rarely been pulled over, and funny thing if u have a nice car you NEVER get pulled over. There are no speed ticket quotas like other states so that's why there are so many horrible drivers. Also why car insurance is crazy high. It's also a no fault state meaning insurance can say one driver is 70% at fault but the other is 30% at fault. Many drivers don't carry insurance since it's so high so very important to have full coverage insurance. And most importantly try to be a defensive driver. Everyone here rides ur bumper so u have to be extra extra careful and keep ur distance and brake early to give the car behind you time. Sorry to hear about your friend.

@HeartHandsMikey

3 жыл бұрын

@@Always1Ambitious Very true. My dad and I just road tripped last week from Pittsburgh to Miami because he won the bid on a classic car on ebay and as soon as we hit Daytona, I was like, "Dad, you can literally drive as fat as you want down to Miami. From here on south, no one give a crap." I was joking of course, but we were in fear for our rental car as we had multiple drivers almost rear end us. Although we were speeding at times to get around others, we still weren't going 90 in a 75 and that made people so upset. Crazy...

@Always1Ambitious

3 жыл бұрын

@@HeartHandsMikey They do still have 1-2 officers now and again on the major highways at U turns coming down but still very few compared to the speed traps I'm used to up north where they hide behind overpasses.

Warning: long post lol. I loved this-it hit home. I had a similarish experience. I left the freezing midwest and went to grad school down there. I fell in love with everything and everyone. Back in 2011 it wasnt as crazy expensive as it is now. I had to leave because I could not find a job and Im in healthcare. I remember I couldnt even get a retail job while I was in school which I thought was strange. Now looking back and being in my 30s, I understand. I speak little Spanish so thats def a barrier. Also, I didnt realize the competition is insane. It just didnt seem like it at the time because Miami is small compared to Chicago. Anyway, I was soooooo sad that I had to move away. Ive been to 15 US states and many cities and nothing compares to the MIA. I miss is soooo much but like you pointed out-u can have it all but without family, without a true sense of community and being as overpriced as it is its not all that its cracked up 2 be. Thank you for such a beautiful video that brought back sooo many great memories for me. & thank you for being so transparent, honest, & raw in your video. Truly enjoyed watching this. Subscribed ✅

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Semaa, thank you very much for your comment! I'm very happy that my video brought back some great memories for you! Your comment is proof that strangers can have very similar life experiences! Just like you and I, there may be others who have had a similar experience with Miami - or are currently having!! :) All in all, I agree with you that nothing compares to Miami. It is a very unique city and there is a lot happening there! Take care!

Bro, so true. Miami is beautiful, but the people ruin it. It is the biggest culture clash I have ever seen. It's is not a chill place at all. The culture is very very hot headed (coked up?), very angry, and very very egotistical. People will total their car that they have their life savings invested into just to prove a point and not let you in the lane.

Thanks I just subscribed love your sincerity

@jonferris

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Demetria! Thank you very much for your comment. I tried being as honest as I could when talking about my experience living in Miami. Stay tuned as I will be releasing more videos in the near future that may interest you! Have a great day and take care.

Great Video 🌝

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Good video trying to make that move now

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck with your move!

Should of tried Tampa bay or another metro in Florida that is cheaper. You went straight to the most expensive metro.

@ericktwelve11

4 жыл бұрын

Just like every dumb ass kids move to lol.

@Always1Ambitious

3 жыл бұрын

@A W yeah Orlando has a really great downtown bar scene actually. Not Miami but not bad. And super cheap

can't skate board,bike ride,etc. in any northern states in winter[if snowy]..right? & it does snow...a lot!

How does the Subaru handle south Florida? I will be moving back down later this year.

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in Mike! Great car for road trips and driving around Florida. IMO, the AWD isn't really needed in Florida and is better suited for conditions up north where it snows.

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12:43 what beach is that?

Hope your move back to the Northeast was for good reasons like family ? You helping your family perhaps? I know how cold and blustery it can be there in the Northeast. I'm a native New Yorker born in the Bronx. But back in the early 80s? I also lived up in the Boston area. So I know how that damp cold weather can be. So since you said Miami is looking to build a lot of businesses ? What would you say about and older guy wanting to make like a cool jazz speakeasy place with cool pictures of like Lucky Lucciano or Capone as well as some celebrity pix like Joe Pesci and Robert DeNiro etc and some kind of cigar and alcohol bar. And of course some really great jazz music including the greats like Tony Bennett and Frank Sinatra as well as some really great Italian jazz based jazz like Bossa Nova and acid jazz? Just a thought. Thanks for sharing your experience and best of luck to yous back home in New England. Ciao.

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Ciao Vince. Thanks for your comment and for tuning in! That is cool that you're a native New Yorker. I moved back to New England to be closer to my family as family is very important to me. So I can't speak on behalf of a speakeasy however, your idea of a jazz lounge sounds very interesting. Miami is an expensive place but it does attract a lot of people who enjoy various dance clubs, bars, lounges, etc. If someone had an idea to open an establishment that stands out from the rest, I would say go for it (especially if you had a good business plan, startup capital, correct licenses, etc.). Good luck to you too and have a great day!

I’ve seen a few videos and people are saying you basically have to have a car. Yet according to google Miami has a very high walk score. Is it feasible to live and work there without a car? This is coming from a dude without a car or license in nyc :)

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in Allan! If you are living in either downtown or miami beach and you live relatively close to work (i.e. 15 min. walk or less) you should be fine walking or riding a bike, etc.. You can always take an uber/lyft to work or the airport however, IMO, it is safer and easier to get around in a car in miami than walking or riding a bike. If you live outside of the city and are living more south or west in miami-dade county and have to make long commutes daily, then your best bet would be to get a car. You'll be spending quite a lot on uber/lyft and if you are daring enough to commute on bike then you will be dealing with the weather (very humid from may to november and rains a lot in the summer), little to no bike lanes, and of course..crazy drivers. I hope this helps!

@Arenem88

4 жыл бұрын

Jon Ferris without a car**** thanks!

@sebastianh9534

4 жыл бұрын

You’ll need a car. 100%

@Resarchaic

3 жыл бұрын

Dude, im from the bronx.. went miami for two weeks.. 1 personal week and another for business week.. a car is necessary.. unless you stay within a small area with all your necessities. Like Brickell... and taking cabs for sure... its not like NYC as far as the MTA

@Arenem88

3 жыл бұрын

Garner R Buckley III I appreciate your reply brother! Definitely gives me some more insight!

Haha yeah the language barrier is real ugh I'm from Omaha and lived here nearly last 4 years and going to NYC next week..I worked for huge prestigious medical device companies and my managers from Cuba and other S American countries blatantly disrespected and discriminated against the Ameeicans on the team..I was the only American in my last job and always got disrespected by the team for being an outsider..thats why I'm leaving the racism against Americans ..crazy city to start a nursing career as a girl who grew up and lived in Omaha NE for 19 years then Tampa..then S American aka N Cuba for 4 years..i regret starting my professional career here and getting cheated lied to and bamboozled and underpaid. And dont get me started on the ones who give you the stink eye and say 'you visiting? Just because you're white non Hispanic ugh

@italiannica

2 жыл бұрын

So sorry you had that experience. Even though I'm latina and a native Miamian, I wouldn't hate on someone who is white and speaks English. But it is common here in Miami sadly.

@datingandlifeadvicechannel7534

2 жыл бұрын

Same thing happened to me I got denied into phsyician assistant school inwas the only white who applied and did ok on the exam and only blacks and Hispanics got accepted fuck miami

You forgot that we speak spanish in Miamil

Hey, I'm from New Jersey looking to move to Miami within the next year. What tips would you give a 19 year old looking to start over?

@jonferris

4 жыл бұрын

Dandre Jones Hi, it will definitely help to have a decent job setup prior to moving to Miami as it may take several weeks to find work there and rent can be very expensive for one person. If you know someone there, it could help if you stay with them until you get settled in with work/school/apartment/etc. Be prepared for a lot of traffic and try not to live somewhere so far west as it can take a long time to commute across the county to enjoy the beaches, downtown, etc. It will also help if you learn Spanish (not sure if you already speak Spanish). It’s a very lively place and there’s a lot to do there. Good luck Dandre!

@djjones4374

4 жыл бұрын

Jon Ferris thank you so much, I wish you all the best as well

@ericktwelve11

4 жыл бұрын

I don't know Dandre, you don't speak spanish.

@im_mirage_

4 жыл бұрын

​@@ericktwelve11 do you not have anything better to do than troll in the comments?

@Always1Ambitious

3 жыл бұрын

If ur young and don't have a good job lined up move to Fort Lauderdale or Hollywood first. You can drive to Miami in 30-45 min and save a ton of money. If you live in Miami the best areas are Brickell or Miami Beach but ull prob have to live in more adorable areas which aren't as nice. Get a roommate to split costs. Have a savings built up first. Don't go out every night so u don't blow all ur money in the first few months. Pace yourself. If u need extra money be humble and do Uber, etc. Great side job to make extra income. The experience you have of Miami deff is reliant on your income unfortunately.

What do you mean by people driving on the opposite side of the road? Like because they’re bad drivers? Or because that’s the rules of the road? 😂

ps, good luck in the next chapter of your life.

Traffic looks much better than California! Lol

second point... miami is sort of like NYC, people are d bags to each other, its life.

can you live in Miami with out a car?

@jonferris

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Darlene. You can but I would not recommend it. It would be easier to live, for example, in Brickell without a car than a larger suburban area like Kendall where supermarkets, shopping, and restaurants may be farther from your dwelling. Also, if you live more south in Miami-Dade County, you will have to travel further to get to downtown and Miami Beach.. Uber/Lyft costs do add up so its definitely something to think about.. Thanks for tuning in!

@guillermone1

3 жыл бұрын

Darlene De Leon- Yes you can live temporarily in Miami without a car, but not for long, unless you want to use Uber and public transportation for the rest of your life otherwise, I wouldn't recommend it for the long haul. Just like you can live without food and water short term, eventually your body is going to collapse. Same thing applies with transportation in Miami. In the winter its not so bad, any other time of the year its going to be brutal. Do you know what its like to wait for a Bus in the middle of summer in a hot and humid climate, with temperatures above 90+ degree ? Believe me its not something I want to wish on anybody.

Hi do you have an email address?

Why did you and your girl split

@jonferris

2 жыл бұрын

Wanted different things.

Too much music in your video

UR MAKING A BIG MISTAKE, WINTER UP NORTH..SUCKS!..U CAN'T SKATEBOARD or BIKE RIDE IN MOST OF WINTER,& LAYERS of CLOTHES...PHOOEY!..BTW:DO U SKI or SNOWBOARD?..IF SO,THAT'S A PLUS,BUT SWIMMING IN TEPID SEAS,UH,UH,UP NORTH IT AIN'T POSSIBLE[IN WINTER]...I GATHER U WON'T BE PAYING RENT IN R.I.PARENTS HOME,WHICH IS A GREAT REASON TO MOVE BACK IN!...RIGHT?

4:49 fat ah boi 😂

ahhh sucks, you should find a cheaper place to live or a roomie, but yea miami is a super cool place.

Rhode Island is better!

@ms3173

4 жыл бұрын

Rhode Island is cold and boring

@im_mirage_

4 жыл бұрын

@@ms3173 you're cold and boring

@kennethjackson998

3 жыл бұрын

@@im_mirage_ 🤣🤣

nothing but filler b roll