California or Florida?
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Florida, although the sunshine state has it's share of huricanes, Chads, Jebs, and Orange juice, I will take these anyday over earthquakes, Smog, Arnold, OJ Simpson,and all the other kooks out there in lala land.  Florida's house of Mickey (Disney World, Epcot) kicks Cali's Disneyland butt!!!
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hoping it will be florida...
110330
I believe California edges out Canada by a couple million. Canada has just over 31 million, and California has almost 34 million.
905953
wow, mine is florida too, go gators!!
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i live in miami!\nand ive been to LA\n\ni think pretty much everyone ranks california higher than florida, but personally i lke miami best. im not sure what the differences are though? all places are different.\nLA is more hollywood people and rich people. miami is just where all the hotties come for vaca =)
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This is another opinion question - there is no definitive answer. However, I think it's California for it's weather, scenery, diverse population, culture, access to ports, and liberal-leaning politics.
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for which state?  choose below...
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I believe it's California.
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California.  I have visited New York many times and love it there but I find it exhausting.
44843
ok just a guess ! California!
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I have been in Connecticut, and it was nice. I have never been to Florida, but i already know it is way too hot and way too humid for my poor old Canadian body. And since the people I've met from Connecticut were nice.....I'll say Connecticut.\n\n(That is *not* an easy thing to type!)
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nope. Parts of California are moving basically north and south relative to the eastern part of the state and the rest of North America. Some day a long time from now LA will be at the latitude currently occupied by SF. But the western part of the state won't "break off."
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Your taste will change once you hit the different climate.  Florida is sunny, bright colors, and Ohio is, never mind.  Take what you can leave the rest.  Florida is great.  Enjoy!
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You may want to visit the web sites listed below.  Weighing your options will be a good idea before you move.  Also something to consider is climate.  You said it'll be for winter.  How will you maintain the home of your choice in the Spring, Summer, and Fall, when you are not living in it?  California gets mud slides, earthquakes, and wild fires.  Florida, is mostly hit by heavy rains that can cause flooding,and not to mention hurricanes.  The Carolina's will have relatively southern temps, and the bare minimal of natural disaster, all except the occasional tornado.  The reason I've mentioned all of this, is because you want to make sure that your investment is protected for years to come.  You'll also need to consider the home owners insurance cost for each state.  As it may be higher in Florida and California.  Ultimately, it will come down to what you are willing to pay for the upkeep of the home when you are away, and the protection you will need in case of a natural occurrence.  Obviously, you have the money to do all of the above, but consider the key elimate in your question...investment!!!  Do your research, and see what you decide.  I hope that from the information you find you will make the best decision for you, and your future.  God Bless
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California then NY amd then Texas, which has been in third for years and it will remain third only cause it is mostly farm and ranch land.  country that is.  Unless Dallas, Houston, Austin, and San Antonio, keep growing.  It has always been close between NY and Cal.
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arizona  ?   or  any  warm college  city   , florida , or  california  ?
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Me. Seattle. Would rather live in North Cali because the beaches are better and less rain.