A Cuban woman in the United States responded forcefully to a comment on TikTok suggesting that those who can't afford houses in Miami tend to disparage the city. "Everyone who can't buy a house in Miami says the same thing," the comment read. Yaima Sanches (@yaimacejas1) responded, making her viewpoint clear.
High Housing Costs Drive Decisions
"What makes you think that if I bought this here, I couldn't buy in Miami? Do you know how much I paid? Twenty thousand dollars, about the same as in Miami. If I paid twenty, I could have gotten five or ten thousand more. But it happens that it's not the same to pay seven hundred thousand dollars for half of this house in Miami, compared to the three or four hundred thousand it cost me here. It's true I'm in the middle of nowhere, but I don't want you as a neighbor," the Cuban woman explained, clarifying that high prices pushed her to buy a house outside of Miami.
She added sarcastically, "This isn't Cuba, but where did you come from? This is a smart purchase. In Miami, what's abundant is snitching; it looks like a CDR (Committees for the Defense of the Revolution). I'll take this house over a cramped, expensive hole in Miami."
"I would have loved to have a house in Miami, but it's not worth paying so much for an old house. And yes, it's true that I miss Miami, but there's peace here. That smell of the countryside, that smell of Cuba, because we are Cuba. But Miami is becoming impossible to live in. The poor manners there. Plus, there's no work, no peace, no tranquility, no money, nothing, and only gossipy people like you," the Cuban woman said in a video that went viral, receiving reactions from hundreds of Cubans who agreed with her.
On social media, especially TikTok, there's a heated debate about whether it's better to live in Miami, outside the city, or in other states.
Living in Miami vs. Other Locations: Key Questions Answered
The debate on TikTok has raised several important questions about the pros and cons of living in Miami versus other locations. Here are some frequently asked questions and their answers.
Why do some people prefer living outside of Miami?
Many people choose to live outside of Miami due to the high cost of housing and the perceived lack of tranquility and job opportunities within the city.
What are the main complaints about living in Miami?
Common complaints include high housing costs, lack of job opportunities, poor manners, and a general lack of peace and tranquility.
Is it cheaper to buy a house outside of Miami?
Yes, housing outside of Miami tends to be more affordable. For the same amount of money, you can often get a larger or newer property compared to what you would find in Miami.