While the focus of these articles is usually on the many wonderful and splendid things about Rhode Island, we thought we’d change it up. Nothing is perfect, after all, and it’s important to vent from time to time. Rhode Island might be one of the most beautiful and unique places in the nation, but there are a few troublesome things you discover when living here long enough. Here are 11 reasons you might second guess your plans to move to Rhode Island.

1. The locals will have a hard time with any drive lasting more than 15 minutes.
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Trying to get someone to go anywhere more than a few minutes away from home is almost impossible!
2. Widespread confusion about which side to pass on
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This strange thing happens when you cross the state line into Rhode Island. Suddenly everyone starts driving slowly in the high speed lane and only passing on the right. We're not sure why, but at least we're better drivers than our neighbors in Massachusetts.
3. You can only find your favorite adult beverages in stand alone liquor stores.
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You'll have to plan your spirits purchases in advance.
4. Dense population means you'll find crowds everywhere you go.
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Small state and dense population can make it difficult to find some peace and quiet, but luckily there are a lot of gorgeous nature sites.
5. Construction
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No matter how many times the same street gets repaired, construction keeps on going.

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6. The use of turn signals is questionable in Rhode Island.
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Some driving rules are a little neglected in the smallest state.
7. All of the state's major sports teams are actually based out of Massachusetts.
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From the New England Patriots to the Boston Bruins, Rhode Island sports fans have to look elsewhere for great teams. Luckily they're not too far away!
8. High property tax
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According to www.smartasset.com, Rhode Island has some of the highest property tax in the entire country! Add that to its higher than average cost of living and high unemployment rate, and you've got some potential issues.
9. Traffic
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Living in the second most densely populated state (second only to New Jersey), means traffic is abundant. You learn to leave a little early and use back roads.
10. Trying to find good southern food is pretty impossible.
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While there is great food in Rhode Island, ordering any southern classic is always a challenge.
11. High cost of living
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According to www.bestplaces.net, the cost of living in Rhode Island far exceeds the national average.

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