Economic Advantages of Living in a Warmer Climate

There are a number of health benefits to living in a warmer climate, according to research conducted by prestigious Standford University. What's more, there's more opportunity for people of all ages in places like southeast Florida.

WARM CLIMATE HEALTH ADVANTAGES

First and foremost, there's practically no risk of slipping and falling on ice. For seniors and those with limited mobility, that's a huge benefit. It's also advantageous to motorists because southeast Florida doesn't have freezing winters. So accidents from black ice help to keep insurance rates down. Then there's the matter of exercise and activity. In warmer climates, temperatures are moderate even during the winter months. And that means more months of being able to participate in a myriad of outdoor activities. What's more, warm climates are better for those who have arthritis.

Economic Advantages of Warm Climate Living
The health benefits of living in a warmer climate, there's also financial advantages. Southeast Florida, and the whole state is very business friendly.

Cold climates take their toll on a home. From damage caused by freezing pipes to frozen septic systems to wood rot, winter months are hard on homes.
Automobiles last longer in warmer climates. They also bring out the salt to keep roads safe.
In Florida, there's only a nominal sales tax. And corporations have many exemptions as well as other financial benefits.

Because so many people relocate to southeast Florida, new construction is ever-present. It also means not having to rehabilitate older homes to make them comfortable and energy efficient.

Not only are does living in southeast Florida have these benefits, it's also less expensive during the winter months. There's no need to buy snow tires and residents practically live for months with their windows open, letting mother nature provide coolair to the house.