Men and Women retiring alone to a new city/state -- where will you go and why? (hubby, 65+)
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Yes, we Californians are uber sensitive about "Cali"...only black rappers and football players are allowed to use it It's sort of like saying "frisco" for San Francisco or Sacto for Sacramento. Like nails on a chalk board kind of thing. People from other areas use it but you'll never hear a Californian saying it. But, hey, we aren't exactly perfection with the English language, like fer sure!
All being said, I truly hope that anyone even thinking about moving/retiring to California really thinks twice and not just consider the beautiful weather. State taxes are going up even higher and this place taxes all pensions, social security, etc. No breaks given here. Most people retirement age are fleeing (unless they are very wealthy and can withstand the COL). And with Meg and Moonbeam running for governor, we don't have much of a future, IMO. Just too many problems that really can't be fixed. It's very sad because I've lived here 33 years.
All being said, I truly hope that anyone even thinking about moving/retiring to California really thinks twice and not just consider the beautiful weather. State taxes are going up even higher and this place taxes all pensions, social security, etc. No breaks given here. Most people retirement age are fleeing (unless they are very wealthy and can withstand the COL). And with Meg and Moonbeam running for governor, we don't have much of a future, IMO. Just too many problems that really can't be fixed. It's very sad because I've lived here 33 years.
Are you moving out of California? and if so to where? I must admit I am still debating my move back there. The heart wants to be close to my little grandson(in Sacramento)but my practical side says other states offer more affordable real estate etc. It will be such a relief to finally sort this dilemma out.
Are you moving out of California? and if so to where? I must admit I am still debating my move back there. The heart wants to be close to my little grandson(in Sacramento)but my practical side says other states offer more affordable real estate etc. It will be such a relief to finally sort this dilemma out.
If you are healthy and spry and able to afford airfare now and then you can hop on a plane and spend a week or two with your grandson, often a more meaningful way to be with a child rather than living close and probably not seeing him very much based on what you've said in other posts. "Grammy's coming!" will be the response if you visit 4x year. Maybe you can talk your daughter into taking a vacation during the times you're there!
New England is pricey. I love it here but I worry a lot about affording the prop taxes as they continue to go up due to the states being out of $. That said, there is a misconception that NE states are a lot more expensive to live than elsewhere. Yes, less expensive than some places like the Midwest, but compared to CA, the PNW, and NY, it is not so pricey. I complain about prop taxes but when I see what NY, NH, CA and PNW pay, my jaw drops.I don't know how younger people can begin to afford the high prices of houses, plus high taxes, and, it you get a condo, the condo fees are like paying prop taxes x 2. I guess I really am amazed.
Are you moving out of California? and if so to where? I must admit I am still debating my move back there. The heart wants to be close to my little grandson(in Sacramento)but my practical side says other states offer more affordable real estate etc. It will be such a relief to finally sort this dilemma out.
You might want to consider the area around Reno Nevada. Literally minutes from the CA/NV border. It's a straight shot west on Hwy 80 to Sacramento, 2 to 3 hours by car.
Yes, I'm planning to move from California when I retire...in another 3-4 years. It is so expensive here for housing, state taxes, all kinds of taxes. There is no break for pension/social security, it's all taxed. Plus I've lived here a long time and want a change.
Not sure what's going on in the Sacramento area, I know they were hit pretty hard in the housing crash, and it gets hot there in the summers.
I agree, it would be a relief to get this sorted out. I know personally I would feel less nervous about retirement if I knew where I would be living.
To be honest I am trying to be there for my daughter and grandson and do what I wish my mum had done and move thousands of miles to be where I was in Sacramento. I know now that she did what felt right for her and quite rightly so. Affordability wise in Sacramento a mobile home would be a good choice but to be honest at first it would be ok but as a still free spirit--trying to remember the 60's the restrictions regarding pets would be hard to live with(wish I was a pug person instead of Scottish Deerhound type) I understand rules and regulations (Army Vet) but even though I have an Ipod I still want to live where i have enough space to just let the stereo go and not bother anyone---I am guessing that a 55 plus park is not for me. I am so glad for this forum one can express dreams,concerns and questions.
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It's sort of like saying "frisco" for San Francisco or Sacto for Sacramento. Like nails on a chalk board kind of thing. People from other areas use it but you'll never hear a Californian saying it. But, hey, we aren't exactly perfection with the English language, like fer sure!
Yay a place to stay while I hunt
I know, don't know about others. For now, I'm trying to lay low. The Columbians want Cali back. I know when to zip it. 
the restrictions regarding pets would be hard to live with(wish I was a pug person instead of Scottish Deerhound type) I understand rules and regulations (Army Vet) but even though I have an Ipod I still want to live where i have enough space to just let the stereo go and not bother anyone---I am guessing that a 55 plus park is not for me. I am so glad for this forum one can express dreams,concerns and questions.
