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Home to camellias, cotton, and Crimson Tide, Alabama is one of the best places you can retire not only in the Southern U.S.. It’s a supremely senior-friendly state with warm weather year-round, Gulf Coast towns to settle down, and golf courses for days. Affordability is another major perk of retiring in Alabama, with a low cost of living and plenty of tax benefits for retirees to enjoy. Read on for the full breakdown.

When you’re busy nailing down your retirement plan details, there’s likely one major consideration at the forefront of a lot of your decisions: your impending fixed income. So it only makes sense that you would want to live out those golden years in a place where you can stretch your budget as far as possible. Hence, we’ve created this list of the most affordable places to retire. 

With perks like high-quality amenities and year-round attractions to bring the grandkids to, it’s easy to see why Florida is a retiree’s paradise. Here are 12 locations that are so great, we consider them to be some of the overall best places to retire in Florida.

Moving out for the first time is a pivotal moment in your life — whether you’re headed to college, moving for a new job, or moving in with a significant other — you’ll want to put a lot of thought and preparation into it before making the leap. That’s where we come in. To help you navigate these uncharted waters and confidently go out on your own, begin your journey by considering these practical tips for moving out for the first time.

When you’re planning a move, it doesn’t always pay to follow the pack. This is especially true when it comes to timing. While late spring through summer is the peak season for moving — particularly because of weather and school schedules — that doesn’t mean it’s the right time for you. Each season is different in terms of how it may benefit your relocation. Consider these factors when it comes to finding your best time of the year to move.