Sizzlin’ Summer Series: PART 2

The official start of Summer – June 21st – is right around the corner. As we cruise into part two or our Sizzlin’ Summer Series, we will make a splash with the best cities to retire in 2019.

Get your Hawaiian shirts on, coolers filled, and beach towels ready, because here come the Top 4 Places To retire!

  1. Independence, Kentucky

Ranked the 31st safest city in the U.S., Independence, Kentucky offers everything you can expect from a larger city, with a quaint feeling of an upscale suburban atmosphere. Beyond its centralized location between two large metropolitan areas, Independence offers a mild climate with extremes of 20’s and 80’s and a vast landscape of trees and greenery. Top it off with Kentucky’s retirement-friendly tax structure that does not tax Social Security benefits and has little to no tax impact on other retirement income sources, you can see why this was one of the top places to retire in 2019.

  1. Little Elm, Texas,

The first thing to note about Little Elm, Texas is there is nothing little about this city bustling with activities and sites to see.  This 22nd safest city in the nation – according to RetirementLiving.com, a retirement news source – surrounds 29,000 acres of the well-known Lewisville Lake and offers a lush landscape. For those who enjoy weather that never goes below freezing and sees the highest temperatures in the 90’s, Little Elm is a fantastic retirement option. Throw in no tax on social security, retirement income or state income tax, and things are looking even better. Did we mention the nationally ranked UT Southwestern Medical Center is minutes away in Dallas?

  1. Iowa City, Iowa

Coming in at the #1 on Milken Institutes list of best cities for successful aging, Iowa City, Iowa has a lot of offer exploring retirement options. Out of the total population of 158,370, roughly 11% make of the 65 and older demographic. This along with a low unemployment rate and strong small business growth make Iowa City a top choice when retiring in the U.S. Milken Institute also ranks Iowa City #1 in healthcare for small cities. Whether you want to be within walking distance to downtown or enjoy small town living, Iowa City is a great place to discover.

  1. Bethel Park, Pennsylvania

Coming in last but certainly not least, Bethel Park, Pennsylvania is positioned on the Blue and Red Lines of the Pittsburgh Port Authority; allowing easy access to South Park and Pittsburgh without the need to drive. In addition to having UPMC Hospital- ranked #11 in geriatric care in the U.S. – within easy access to the transit system, Bethel Park also offers retirees no Social Security Benefits tax and a few options for property tax rebates. And for those who like being minutes away from outdoor activities, Bethel Park contains a 2,013 acre section of South Park, bustling with community events, Golf, ice-rink, hiking trails, historic buildings and more.

Whether you are nearing retirement or still in the planning stages, there is a plethora of places in the United States that offer great opportunities when considering retirement. Next time we will take a dip into the final installment of our Summer Series! Tune in Next Month to see how we’re keeping your summer sizzlin’ and cool!

 

Content derived from www.retirementliving.com

Disclosure: This information is provided as general information and is not intended to be specific financial guidance. Before you make any decisions regarding your personal financial situation, you should consult a financial or tax professional to discuss your individual circumstances and objectives.

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