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You may not have been “born in a small town,” as the John Mellencamp song goes, but living in one might be perfect for your retirement. Thanks to small-town perks like lower costs of living, affordable housing opportunities, low crime […]

Buying a home is an exciting and often nerve-wracking adventure. First-time buyers may be surprised at all the details the homebuying process entails, from finding a real estate agent to reading an inspection report. We’ve created this step-by-step guide to

One of the most important questions you can ask yourself when you are ready to retire is: Where do I want to live? While many retirees go abroad, many remain in the U.S., near family and friends, choosing to age

When you’re preparing to sell your house, you may be tempted to fix all its perceived flaws. But before reaching for your wallet and calling a contractor, carefully consider what really needs to be fixed (and what you can forget

The wine club business has boomed since 1972, when The Wine of the Month Club was founded as “the first mail-order wine club in America.” Purchasing a wine club membership sounds like a great idea. Or is it? Learn how

More than a third of millennials (the generation born in the years 1981 to 1996) don’t expect to receive any Social Security benefits, according to a 2023 survey by the Nationwide Retirement Institute. Fortunately, they likely will receive some Social

If you’re considering a location change when you retire, you are not alone. According to a May 2024 Southern Living online reader’s survey of future retirees, one in three respondents plan to relocate in retirement. Choosing a destination with affordable

Though experts say a secure retirement should take precedence over home ownership, it’s possible to save for both at the same time. It just takes careful planning, prioritizing, and budgeting. “A big mistake I see people make is having an