Towns, Communities, Real Estate, Taxes and More
Just off the southern Georgia coast, idyllic Jekyll Island is one of the state’s four Golden Isles and boasts 10 miles of shimmering soft sand beaches.
Towns
Some U.S. beach towns just evoke a different time and place. Here are four that feel like stepping into the Old World — each offering a timeless escape by the sea.
From the sun-drenched shores of Florida to the tropical paradise of Hawaii and the scenic cliffs of California, the U.S. is home to beach towns with stunning crystal-clear, blue-green waters. Here are five.
The United States is dotted with inviting mountain towns with breathtaking natural scenery. Among the most captivating features near these towns are waterfalls—some easily accessible, others hidden gems tucked into the forest.Â
On Florida’s southeastern coast, quiet Hobe Sound has a nice downtown, art festivals, a farmers’ market, and a beach. It’s also close to Nathaniel P. Reed Hobe Sound National Wildlife Refuge, which has miles of untamed oceanside beaches.
On Delaware’s southern shore, Lewes is part of the state’s resort beach region. It’s the first town in the first state and is quaint and touristy, with history around every corner. The sand is clean and white.
Tucked along a river high in the gorgeous Colorado back country, Durango is known for its touristy/bohemian vibe and is popular with river rafters, skiers, and others who love the outdoors. Locals also enjoy fun festivals and a cute downtown full of cafes, markets, breweries and more.
Communities
Outside of Phoenix in southern Arizona, Province is a resort-like community with single family homes and town homes. Amenities include a large Tuscan-themed clubhouse, swimming pools, tennis courts, fishing ponds, a ceramics studio, a computer lab and more, not to mention a bounty of events and activities.
A lush, soothing lakeside community at the base of the base of the Great Smoky Mountains in East Tennessee, Rarity Bay has single family homes and attached homes. Amenities include a swim and tennis club, a golf course, a lovely clubhouse and ten miles of shoreline.
Coastal planned communities are designed around access to the water rather than just close proximity to it. Marinas, docks, boardwalks, and shoreline are incorporated from the beginning, making water a part of everyday life. Â
Relocation
Moving to a new town often involves more than packing boxes and hiring a mover. The logistics, decisions, and emotional load can add up quickly. Fortunately, services exist to help older adults manage the process.
Transferring your medical life is one of the most important parts of a move. Doctors, prescriptions, insurance plans, and records don’t automatically follow you.
One of the most common worries people have after moving to a new town is whether they’ll find a sense of community. Here are a few tips to help.
Florida
Decades of in-migration, predictable demand, and a regulatory environment have allowed age-targeted development to bloom in Florida. The result is choice.
For many people,. moving to Florida isn’t an impulsive decision. It’s something they test carefully, often over months or even years, before making it permanent.
Downsizing is part of almost every retirement move to Florida, but it’s rarely just about square footage.Â
Real Estate
Most homes can be adapted to support aging safely and comfortably. The key is making smart changes early, before small inconveniences turn into real risks.
These five American towns stand apart. They aren’t interchangeable, and they don’t look like anywhere else in the country.
Whether you’re renovating, building new or simply dreaming about your next update, these emerging design trends reflect the way people want to live now—and in the future.
Taxes
Check out these five states if you want to keep more of your money in retirement.
What makes Florida such an appealing retirement destination for so many people? Yes, it’s beaches and year-round sunshine, but it’s also the state’s tax structure.
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