Crowded, costly, and complicated: 3 former Floridians explain why they left the state

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Inside Miami's billionaire rush: Every major company and CEO that has recently relocated — and who might be next

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Starbucks' former CEO Howard Schultz, and Jeff Bezos have recently relocated to Miami, while figures like Mark Zuckerberg have recently purchased property in the city.

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I moved to rural Colorado for a job that didn't work out. Three years later, I'm still in the area and glad I stayed.

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Although it wasn't always easy and I've changed roles and towns, I'm still grateful I moved from Miami to rural Colorado for a job.

Kylea Henseler

Spirit could disappear from the skies as fuel costs rise. See how it rose from a trucking company to a low-cost giant.

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Spirit Airlines' old and new aircraft.

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I live in Miami. Here are 7 things I always tell travelers to do when they visit.

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Taylor poses in a tunnel-like art exhibit in the Rubell Museum.
As a local, I think visiting the Rubell Museum is one of the best things to do in Miami.

Taylor Stoddard

I lived in Florida my entire life. Traffic, $25 cocktails, and rising rents convinced me to move out.

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A grinning woman in a blue jumpsuit and a black puff coat holds up a peace sign while standing on a sidewalk.
Natalie Alatriste.

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I left Florida to retire in New York City at 62. Living in a bustling city keeps me feeling young.

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Karen Meadows and her husband, James.

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The hot new commute for Miami billionaires costs $1,000 a minute

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iland helipad miami
ILandMiami's helipads, one of which is seen here off the coast of Star Island, float through Miami's waterways, providing flexible landing for the city's billionaire residents.

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As a real estate agent, making money off Airbnbs was a safe bet. I decided to franchise my favorite coffee shop instead.

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Real estate agent Jordan Hooten decided to franchise his favorite coffee shop as an investment.

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The fastest-growing and fastest-shrinking US cities

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Ocala, Florida
Ocala, Florida, had the highest percent increase among metros.

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