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Is it Time to Downsize?

In pursuit of the perfect home, our wants and needs change as our lives, families and priorities change. A house that might have once been your dream can wind up feeling too big, too overwhelming...

Avoiding Tax Traps in Retirement
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Avoiding Tax Traps in Retirement

When preparing for retirement — especially if contemplating a move to another state — it’s crucial to research the tax implications. Make sure your search is comprehensive, including state and local taxes on income, property,...

Neighborhoods for On-the-Go Seniors
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Neighborhoods for On-the-Go Seniors

Active adult communities are for healthy seniors who are in search of a vibrant lifestyle with lots of leisure activity options. Age requirements. There are two types of active adult communities. One is the age...

The Pluses and Minuses of Senior Living
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The Pluses and Minuses of Senior Living

Retirement communities, marketed to the 55-plus crowd, are often loaded with recreational amenities such as swimming pools, golf courses, clubhouses and gyms. Do these developments live up to their advertising brochures? Here’s a look at...

Independent Living for Seniors
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Independent Living for Seniors

Choices for senior living vary widely — with younger seniors typically opting for “active adult” or “independent living” communities. The two are similar but have subtle differences. The community with the more extensive amenities is...