Vero Beach is beautiful, but understand with climate change, it's going to be subject to very large and damaging storms. Anywhere withing 20-30 miles of the beach, you will be evacuated at some point. Just take that into consideration.
I love Florida. We have a remarkably diverse population here, from asshole rednecks to beach bums. They have always been part of Florida and what makes it unique. IMO.
Without knowing what type of housing you are looking at be aware we do have a huge property insurance problem here. I would do some heavy research on that. If you're are looking at a condo we had a new law go into effect requiring them to have the condo's inspected for foundation failure and to maintain a fund for repairs if needed. This was in response to the Surfside condo collapse in 2021. I agree with the steps taken, but it has increased the fees dramatically.
Then there is the heat. I've lived here my entire life and know how to deal with it. If you get up early and understand you won't be doing much outside between 10 and 3, then you can deal with it. I wouldn't have said that 10 years ago, but have noticed a dramatic increase in the temps and humidity. The days are getting hotter and the heat is coming earlier in the day and lasting longer.
If you have any specific questions, feel free to PM me and I'll answer them as best I can.
Don't forget to look at the interior of FL. Vistors come for the beaches and Floridians go to the freshwater springs.
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