Ok, let me try this again: Possible relocation to Delaware

[NY Flo]

To compare taxes in retirement between states, go to Kiplinger. They have charts ranking states most to least tax friendly.

https://www.kiplinger.com/kiplinger-...rees/index.php

[Mimidae]

Originally Posted by rothbear

You might want to look at Middletown. It is considered a bedroom community for Newark/Wilmington. Would be a bit of a drive

Middletown is very politically conservative (lots of young families because it's cheap, but you also see a fair number of confederate flags out there), and absolutely is not considered a bedroom community for Wilmington. North Wilmington (10 minutes from the city) is considered a bedroom community for Wilmington. Pike Creek (20-25 minutes from the city) is too. Middletown is a HUGE drive away. Okay, yes, I do know people who live in Middletown and work in Wilmington, but they all hate their commutes and regret the move.

At that budget, OP can afford Trolley Square (maybe even closer to the art museum), and Arden (very progressive community, probably the only one really known for that outside of Rehoboth Beach).

[beachretiree]

Originally Posted by ieee488

It looks like they try to get you to go speak with a "financial advisor".


Odd thing is that comparing taxes for Delaware and New Jersey, and I would pay less taxes in NJ when retired.
How can that be?


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NJ exempts up to $100,000 in retirement income per couple from income taxes. That includes pensions and 401k distributions. That might be better than what Delaware exempts. But it's hard to believe NJ is better overall when property taxes in NJ average $10,000 per year vs maybe $1,000 in Delaware and neither taxes cars annually.

[toobusytoday]

Originally Posted by Shiraz2020

I found these questions on another thread. Would love input! Thank you.

"To help the members of the Delaware forum guide you more quickly towards a compatible neighborhood and lifestyle, here are "just a few" starter questions to choose from.
(Thanks to solibs for "borrowing" this from another forum.)"


When are you moving? As early as spring 2021
Where are you coming from? Central Florida
Why are you moving? Retirement--Husband, although I don't mind working
Where will you be working? If anywhere, more than likely the Wilmington area
Have you been here yet? Many years ago!

Will you buy or rent? Buy
If buying, are you looking for a house or a condo? How much can you spend? House or townhouse, up to $420,000


Are you married or single? Do you have children? Married. Grown children
Do you prefer public or private schools?
Do you have pets? Big dogs
Do you want or need a yard? Prefer a yard, although dogs are older and can be walked
Are you keeping a car? Keeping two cars
Do you prefer bustling activity or calm and quiet? Both/either

What do you want to be closest to? History, museums, good shopping, parks


Do you want to live with people of a similar age, race, religion or sexual preference or do you prefer a diverse neighborhood? Prefer a more diverse and progressive area
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Beaches or City? Love them both.

Did I leave anything out? Thank you!

Let's stay on topic please, ie - no confederate flag talk.

[dmamsquared]

Check out Village of Rocky Run in Wilmington near Talleyville. Established condos for 55+. Longwood Gardens, Mt Cuba, Winterthur Museum, Brandywine Museum. The list goes on and on. Sought after.