There are many factors to consider when choosing a place to retire, such as cost of living, access to healthcare and other amenities, climate, and cultural and recreational opportunities.
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I (60m) am currently working at a place where the dynamics of the workplace is forcing me out. I found a job that pays about 30% more and signed the contract. The downside is that it’s far away ...
Retirement really is an art, when you get down to it. There are so many things to consider when you’re ... Read more...
A while ago we did an article on what states are best to retire in based on the tax situations ... Read more...
For Americans retiring abroad, discover top retirement destinations around the world offering affordability, healthcare, quality of life, and beautiful surroundings....
These international cities offer safe, friendly and vibrant communities for retirees in the LGBTQ+ communities....
Consider these retirement spots in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales....
Every year, InterNations—the world’s largest expat community—polls expats around the globe to find out the best places to live. Here are the results for 2024....
Say you utilized the FIRE system down to a T and finally got to retire before you hit your mid-life ... Read more...
So hiring a mover can be expensive and we are planning on moving across country to be near my son. Without going through the whole house and adding up what it would be to replace everything do you thi...
So in my mind I have envisioned moving to what I've heard called a "Memory Making Place", a place on the lake where our sons (and their future families) can visit and have a (cheap) vacation. Boating ...
Thinking about a move to New England for retirement? Here are the best places to land for quality of life, affordability and other criteria....
Forbes compared more than 800 locales in America on everything from housing costs and taxes to healthcare, air quality, crime and climate change and natural hazard risk. These are the top 25 cities fo...
For retirees, these Canadian cities offer scenic beauty and amenities to enjoy....
Have you ever considered moving to a retirement community? With the freedom that retirement brings, many people begin to rethink their living arrangements. On this episode, you’ll hear how Brad ...
I wrote in a previous post Our Experience in Building a Home Over Buying an Existing Home that I built a new home. By coincidence, the final all-in cost of this new home came to about the same as the ...
I'm retired and my wife is being forced out of her job this year. We live on the west coast (USA), Washington State, not California. I'm originally from Michigan and she is from Asia. Financially, I t...
Here’s where you can retire well overseas on a very small budget....
By Dr. Joy Eberhardt De Master, WCI Columnist In the summer of 2022, I visited a friend in Canada. The move from the US had treated their family well, and it made me pause: should I do the same? A yea...
Familiar expat favorite reclaims top spot in International Living’s new rankings of places…...
International Living unveiled its 2024 Annual Global Retirement Index and named the top 10 places to retire to this year. See who made the list....
I am 63 and have been living in Seattle for 30 yrs. I will be retiring in the next few years and don’t want to stay in a big city. Both of my kids live in Massachusetts and my entire family is o...
How it Makes Sense to Sell Real Estate in the US and Buy or Rent Real Estate in Mexico...
Affordability and expansive medical services were among the top reasons retirees are moving…...
The three highest-ranking countries on the list are the Netherlands, Iceland and Denmark....
Selling unwanted items online is a fast, easy way to generate some extra cash. Which platform you use to post listings depends on the items you have to sell, the fees you’re willing to incur, an...
January 18, 2023 — Cape Cod is one of the most popular places to retire on the East Coast. Almost a quarter of million people live year round on Cape Cod, and about a fourth of those are people ...
August 3, 2023 — We get kind of a sick pleasure in reading the entertaining best places to retire that many websites, in pursuit of clicks and ad dollars, enjoy publishing. One that fits that bi...
July 25, 2023 — We get this question a lot. When people ask, “Where is the best place to retire,” I have a stock answer: “Retirement is a very personal matter. The best place for you might...
Updated June 10, 2023 — Many people are of the opinion that towns in the Pacific Northwest make for the best places to retire. We happen to agree, and have many friends who are enjoying their re...
By Yolande – Topretirements Member Editor’s Note: Yolande was kind enough to share her impressions of this popular retirement destination in southern Utah. You will see she has concluded i...
May 17, 2023 — Pickleball is exploding in popularity among all groups, but especially with people of retirement age. Participation almost doubled in 1 year, going from 4.8 million players in 202...
North Carolina Best Walkable Places April 6, 2023 — Earlier this year we wrote about the best walkable towns in South Carolina. Not to be outdone, here are some great towns with good walkability...
The Sunshine State ranks as only the ninth most affordable state to retire in, according to WalletHub's latest study. Check out the top 10....
Some say it'd take "a miracle" to pull off....
Because of the great response I received, I've decided on Northern Florida. But now there's a third option. My brother-in-law who lives close to the Alabama border has got me to thinking of Southern A...
March 1, 2023 — A few years back one we featured the Best Places to Retire in South Carolina in one of our Blogs. Not only were they attractive places to retire, but most had the added advantage...
March 1, 2023 — A few years back one we featured the Best Places to Retire in South Carolina in one of our Blogs. Not only were they attractive places to retire, but most had the added advantage...
I’m in my early 40s and work remotely and have the flexibility with my employer to move to any state we currently do business. I work for a large company so this is almost any state in the US pl...
I am sharing this article for people interested in retiring to The Villages. (By the way, not me, but I am a former Floridian and follow many bizarre news stories from Florida.) It sounds like somethi...
My wife and I are in our early 30s, but it's never too early to start thinking of when and how to retire. We want to retire early, like in our 50s, and if possible, earlier. The way we see it: the soo...
A lower cost of living, better weather, lower taxes and a higher quality of life are all reasons to think about making the move to another country when you get ready to retire -- and leaving the U.S.....
So — you’re about to retire. Your mortgage is hopefully paid off. And with any luck, your kids are out of the house. That leaves only one pressing question: where to? Thankfully, new resea...
January 23, 2023 — Many retirees move when they retire, although most remain in their existing state. A smaller percentage, probably between 10 and 20%, will find a different “best retirem...
January 22, 2023 — Many retirees move when they retire, although most remain in their existing state. A smaller percentage, probably between 10 and 20%, will find a different “best retirem...
January 17, 2023 — The search for a safe place to retire is challenging, as the community of Rio Verde Hills just found out. Up until recently, it received its water from neighboring Scottsdale....
It often makes financial sense to relocate in retirement, especially if your state has high taxes. But what are the best states to retire in 2022?...
Montana is great place to retire for its outdoor activities, relatively low cost of living, and low tax burden. Get our list of 10 top cities....
For retirees who appreciate changing seasons and small-town charm, look no further than Michigan. Discover 10 of the best places to retire in Michigan....
Are you looking for the most affordable places to retire in the US? We've got all the best ones in this guide!...
Moving to Europe from the U.S. can get more complicated the wealthier you are. Find out what it really takes for a successful move — and how to plan for it.