Which state is best to retire in
- Thread starter rickysangel
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Absolute nonsense!
Too dangerous, you could be attacked and eaten by a Tasmanian Devil if you're not vigilant.
We retired to this small town in southern Ohio in 2000 and we just love it. Almost no crime, no terrible weather, friendly people and reasonable cost of living compared to most places.
My brother moved from San Francisco to Marietta Ohio, where he had gone to college in the 1960's. He bought a little house close to the college for about what a few months rent would have been in San Francisco. Marietta College has lots of programs open to everyone, an Indie film Festival, musical programs, art classes, etc. He took advantage of all that and made lots of friends. When his final years came along he was just a few minutes away from a good hospital. Perfect decision for him.
My other brother, the rich one, bought a condo on the ocean at Myrtle Beach, as they aged and the hurricanes got worse they moved inland a little bit to one of those assisted living places that cost a fortune, but are like living on an elegant cruise ship every day, cleaning and laundry done, 24 hour nursing on call if needed, entertainment, rides to the golf course, rides to the doctor, craft groups for her, poker games for him, bridge, art, swimming, aerobics. They can cook in their apartment, but most nights they eat in the dining room where the pretty young waitresses, serve them while doing song and dance routines (really.)
My brother moved from San Francisco to Marietta Ohio, where he had gone to college in the 1960's. He bought a little house close to the college for about what a few months rent would have been in San Francisco. Marietta College has lots of programs open to everyone, an Indie film Festival, musical programs, art classes, etc. He took advantage of all that and made lots of friends. When his final years came along he was just a few minutes away from a good hospital. Perfect decision for him.
My other brother, the rich one, bought a condo on the ocean at Myrtle Beach, as they aged and the hurricanes got worse they moved inland a little bit to one of those assisted living places that cost a fortune, but are like living on an elegant cruise ship every day, cleaning and laundry done, 24 hour nursing on call if needed, entertainment, rides to the golf course, rides to the doctor, craft groups for her, poker games for him, bridge, art, swimming, aerobics. They can cook in their apartment, but most nights they eat in the dining room where the pretty young waitresses, serve them while doing song and dance routines (really.)
Indeed, this is a matter worth considering, but first we must look within ourselves to determine what we truly desire. Of course, nothing in this world is perfect, so we should start with personal preference, then factor in safety, healthcare, and the social environment...
After all, life isn't that long. In the time we have left, let's savor the world and pursue what we truly love
I write for our local newspaper. Once I did a column on the subject "Why did you move here?" (It's a 55 plus community, so no one was born here.) I tallied my little survey after I had over 100 answers, and the overwhelming answer was: "Because my kid(s) live near here."
But here, there will be more opportunities for development. The fast-paced city is more suitable for young people to venture out
Remember, Medicare stops at the border.Maybe Canada
DaveA
Well-known Member
- Location
- Coastal Massachusetts, USA
Why do people START looking for a new area to move to ? Why not stay where you've always lived ? Have you lived in misery all of your adult working life?
Should we assume that everyone on this site is at a financial level where there's no limit to their choices? Maybe we should state our financial level (total holdings and income). Doesn't have to be exact figures - -just enough for folks to compare it to their financial situation.That would make for a better set of articles regarding "choices" and folks could better realize their limitations.
Should we assume that everyone on this site is at a financial level where there's no limit to their choices? Maybe we should state our financial level (total holdings and income). Doesn't have to be exact figures - -just enough for folks to compare it to their financial situation.That would make for a better set of articles regarding "choices" and folks could better realize their limitations.
I think that we're quite diverse in many ways, including financially.
I'm disinclined to share my financials, I'm not rich nor poor. Shifting to Tasmania would improve my finances because it has cheaper property prices and I'd have a chance to get a rural place.
Imogene
Senior Member
- Location
- Middle Tennessee
There are many reasons to move from where one was raised. I tip my hat to those who are happy living within their birth surroundings.
I was pretty sure in my 20’s I wouldn’t retire in my birth area. Years later, when I lost my son in car accident and my place of employment closed their doors almost at the same time, that pretty much sealed the moving deal for me.
I was far from being born with a silver spoon in my mouth, but money was not going to stand in my way. I wanted to settle where my soul would be at peace. I finally found what I had hoped would be my nirvana in the late 1980’s. I finally got here in 2003 and have not regretted moving here for one iota of a second.
officerripley
Well-known Member
- Location
- Porlock, Calif
Some people have.
officerripley
Well-known Member
- Location
- Porlock, Calif
I agree. When I was growing up and surrounded by both "old" and "new" money (of which my family was neither), I never felt like I fitted in and by the time I'd hit my teens, was beginning to realize that I wouldn't be able to afford to live there unfortunately. (I still miss the place, the great weather, all the things to do, etc.)
againstthegrain
Well-known Member
- Location
- Sun Valley, ID
I lived in misery for 30 years of my working life, that's why I refer to it as the "rockpile." Why would I stay in a place I hate, and have always hated if I no longer needed the money or had to provide a stable environment for children or to take care of parents? (My first attempt at leaving was at 17yo.)
officerripley
Well-known Member
- Location
- Porlock, Calif
This! I really think that there are more people in the U.S. who at least dislike, if not hate, their jobs than those who like their jobs.
againstthegrain
Well-known Member
- Location
- Sun Valley, ID
It wasn't the job, it was the location. Too dirty, too crowded, and too much competition for everything.
CaliS
girl next door
- Location
- West Coast, USA
Some of us can't afford to retire in the same place we've lived our whole lives.
On the contrary, I see most people on this forum relocate because they are looking for cheaper places to live.
Mr. Ed
Be what you is not what you what you ain’t
- Location
- Central NY
Which state is best to retire in....a positive state of mind
Imogene
Senior Member
- Location
- Middle Tennessee
Not me. I was looking for the literal “quieter place in time” and I found it.
IMHO many people really don’t know what they want or need to bring them peace, so they go by what others tell them to look for, instead of trying to “feel” it for themselves.
On e I discovered this area, it took me nearly 20 years to get here, but I never lost focus and I got here with my three horses in tow; yes, I moved them myself. All three of them plus two more are laid to rest on this small farm.
It was happenstance that my area of Middle Tennessee turned out to be an inexpensive place to live. It is far removed from long walks on sidewalks, dog friendly restaurants, and salons — I have great farm neighbors — it is my kinda place
Medusa
Well-known Member
- Location
- Mid-Atlantic
Our oldest son lives in Florida and I'd love to move there with fam. Loathe and despise the cold and snow.