I am originally from the Midwest and I moved to Florida because the winters were too cold and too long.  I love living in Florida, and I love helping others relocate here. Sarasota and the surrounding area is a great place to raise a family, retire, or have your vacation home. Plenty of world-class beaches, fishing, boating, shopping, restaurants, and entertainment.  It is a great place to live...and of course, buy a home!  :-)