Matt Lyons

When it comes to offering the best of the Pacific Northwest, Bellevue, Washington, stands out among the competition. In fact, situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington in the Seattle metro area, it’s best known for its picturesque natural beauty, strong economy, and overall high quality of life. Want to know if living in Bellevue, WA, is the right move for you? Here are 20 things to consider.

With its picturesque Atlantic shoreline location on the East Coast, Virginia is the perfect destination for those seeking a calm environment with lots of natural beauty. How does Virginia rank as a retirement state, in particular? According to multiple sources, including the personal finance website WalletHub, Virginia is consistently ranked as one of the best states for retirees. But is Virginia a good place to retire for you? Here’s what we think you should consider.

Many retirees find it best to relocate before living out their golden years, particularly because they desire warmer weather, a lower cost of living, better tax rates, and more age-appropriate activities. And where can you find some of the best places to escape those colder temperatures and higher living costs — among other perks? Why the South, of course! Here are our top 12 picks for the best places to retire in the South.

We could go on and on about the benefits of retiring in the Great Lakes State of Michigan. But we’ll let the statistics speak for themselves: Almost 19 percent of the state’s population is 65 or older. That’s pretty impressive, especially if you consider that the population under 18 only makes up 21 percent of the population. But where do these retirees reside? What are the best places to retire in Michigan? Here are 12 of our favorites.

Choosing to retire in the “Sagebrush State” of Nevada is an experience, to say the least, as it’s home to some of the best entertainment in the world and a vibrant nightlife scene. But there are many other perks of living in Nevada, as well, such as being able to enjoy the picturesque natural beauty and diverse landscapes in areas such as the Great Basin National Park and Lake Tahoe. Where are the best places to retire in Nevada, though? Here are 12 of our favorites.