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14 years ago

Best Places to Retire in USA?

14 years ago
I am a longtime resident of USA (Louisiana) and will soon be retiring. I have looked at possibly retiring in another country where the cost of living is lower. However, I have about come to the conclusion that the tradeoff to live in some of these other places just so my money goes further, is really not worth it in the longrun. Without going into a lenghty expose I suppose the best way of summing up my assessment is...we in the USA are spoiled to the little things that we take for granted...like having electricity that you can count on being available most of the time, having hot water for a nice shower when it's really cold outside, not having to look over your shoulder all the time because you are perceived as being rich in some other country (a target for robbery). The list could go on and on here because we really are spoiled. Anyway, I have a huge house and plan to downsize at retirement and would like to replace this house with something I can pay cash for so I don't have a monthly note. Where can I move to in the USA and get the most for my buck while avoiding huge property taxes. Again, I am spoiled in Louisiana with a very low property tax. I am not looking for oceanfront, lakeside or mountaintop location with a view. Sure, that would be great, but I just want to be where my retirement dollars go a little further. Why not just stay in Louisiana? Well, that is fine with me if this is the place where my money can go further. I have 18 months until retirement and looking forward to it. Suggestions would be much appreciated!

William Russell
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