Looking for a great place to retire?
Think twice about buying in a resort community. They can be appealing when you vacation there, but they tend to grow very rapidly. That’s because other vacationers may be thinking the same thing you are.
The results: traffic jams, crowds, and higher taxes. A better choice: consider a college town. They typically grow at a slower, more measured pace.
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Our regular column, The Retirement Guy— also known as Greg Daugherty. He'll give you satisfying answers to all sorts of questions about retirement.
- Q. How much can I safely withdraw once I am retired?
- Q. How can I raise my investment returns to new levels?
- Q. Should I pay off debts or save the money?
- Q. How can I escape losses in these tricky times?
- Q. Should I sell my home and rent in retirement?
- Q. Which retirement accounts make the best sense after all the changes to pension and tax laws?
- Q. How can I become a consultant after I retire?
Whether you are planning for retirement ... on the brink of retiring ...or already retired...the Retirement Guy gives you advice you can use right now to ensure a great retirement!
