What should I know before moving to Central Florida?
Expect no state income tax, warm weather and real summers/storm season, growing traffic, higher insurance, and a wide range of communities. Budget for property taxes and insurance, and lean on someone local to match you to the right area.
A few honest things I tell everyone relocating here. The upsides: no state income tax, sunshine, lakes, and a community for every lifestyle — plus your money often goes further than up north. It's a wonderful place to land; I moved here myself and never looked back.
The realities to plan for: genuine summer heat and a storm/hurricane season, traffic that's grown with the population, and higher homeowners insurance than many states. Property taxes and insurance should be in your budget from day one. The best move is to lean on someone local who'll match you to the right community — which is exactly what I love doing for relocating families.
This answer is general education, not legal, tax, or financial advice. Your situation is unique — let's talk through the specifics together.