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Originally Posted by l2ridehd

Rent for a couple months in a couple different home styles in a couple different Villages. See for your self before committing.

I lived in Seal Beach for a few years so understand your concerns. CA coastal weather can't be beat and TV does not come close. Florida cost of living, cost of housing, is significantly less then CA. Florida is very affordable when compared to CA. But then there is The Villages itself. There is nothing like it. So much to do, so many great people, golf cart community, so many activities, and a great place to live.

You seem to have two major concerns and you need to weigh the pro's and con's of each. First is weather. If this is your highest priority, stay in CA. Second is cost of living. Hands down move to Florida. What I paid in state income tax covers all Florida expenses. Your state, property, sales, are all higher then Florida. Your cleaning service is close to double what it will cost in FL.

So my original suggestion of renting a couple different months will answer your weather concerns and you can make an informed decision. If the weather is OK, I guarantee the cost of living will be much lower, so see if you can be happy with the hotter summers and cooler winters.