Towns, Communities, Real Estate, Taxes and More
Some places don’t just have bookstores—they’re shaped by them. In these five towns, independent bookshops aren’t decorative or nostalgic holdovers. They’re anchors of daily life, places where conversations happen, ideas circulate, and community takes root.Â
Communities
These five 55+ communities sit in or near classic college towns, blending campus energy with low-maintenance living.
A retirement community can look perfect on the surface, but how it’s run matters far more than how it looks. Here’s how to spot a well-run community before you commit.
Florida’s gentle climate and abundant waterways make it ideal for waterfront living. These three 55+ communities have a connection to rivers, bays, or lakes.
Towns
Living in a beach town without relying on a personal car isn’t just a nice idea—it’s doable in a handful of U.S. coastal towns that were built long before sprawl and parking lots took over. Â
Many coastal towns promise charm but deliver traffic and endless vacation rentals. These five coastal places have managed to keep their balance. They’re scenic and livable, with real communities behind the postcard views.
These five towns look like a fairy tale — and are places you can actually call home.
Real Estate
Have you ever been on vacation and not wanted to go home? Silly question. Here are three U.S. resorts with homes for sale.
These five American towns stand apart. They aren’t interchangeable, and they don’t look like anywhere else in the country.
Years of underbuilding, rising construction costs, investor competition, and COVID-era demand shifts collided to create far more buyers than available homes.
Relocation
Moving across the country can seem overwhelming, especially later in life. Here is a checklist to make it feel less so.
Rving
Retiring in an RV community offers a distinctive blend of independence, camaraderie, and simplicity that appeals to people who want to live
Taxes
Check out these five states if you want to keep more of your money in retirement.
If you’re thinking of working, and renting instead of paying a mortgage in retirement, then consider the Lone Star State for a smaller tax bill.
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I’m a long time reader of your different sites. You helped me choose Lynchburg as my retirement home. I still read your website even after making the move. Appreciate your insights.  ~Marcus Madden
You almost always hit the nail on the head (towns, communities). I’m amazed at how accurate your reviews are. I like that you include drawbacks and tax info, too.
~Marni Anderson