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I always wanted to visit there until I read in August, 2016, in response to the Zika virus, Dorchester County did an aerial spraying of a pesticide called Naled which killed millions of honeybees. We’ve lived on Oak Island over three years now and really love it. Returning home to a slower lifestyle with less traffic is appealing. Guess we’ll just monitor this location for awhile. Has anyone lived in the Franklin, NC area? Piedmont Gas does the same thing – they tack on a fee for the privilege of using & paying for natural gas. People are always walking through downtown. I was, of course, talking generalities, averages. We are continuing to find it just calmer, in many ways nicer and simply a less stressful and easier way of life compared to Long Island. Living within Mt Pleasant… well it’s a sellers market that’s for sure. Drivers are pretty bad. Additionally, there is a new 55+ community there from Del Web, Carolina Lakes, that is selling like crazy. Spend some time in the area! how long has your daughter been there and how does she like it. Rentals are everywhere, but they aren’t cheap. We were considering both Waynesville and Hendersonville. Fools! I am looking for an active retirement community so I will have a social life and activities. Is the area very conservative, or more moderate politically? TN 16. Huey Lewis & The News – Koka Booth Amphitheater, Cary, NC For better information I would google Greenville year round weather. These areas overlap each other to some degree. Bob and Barb, Please let me know what you find out about Edgewater. I have asked this blog community about it (my post 4-3-16). No family to hold us and no fondness for beaches. Your husband loves water but is it the ocean or lake living? They widened route 17 which helped with traffic, and Nov a connector for I-40 will open which will help even more. There are at least two big new developments being built in LR, one on the former Heather Glen golf course. We will take a look at that. Kate, Thanks for the input on Edgewater. So we have lived in NJ for most of our lives and relocated to Florida since we were tired of the frigid temperatures. My years of research were so much fun! There is traffic though. Your housing dollar certainly goes much farther considering what you can buy down here vs. Long Island. My wife and I have been looking for a place to retire to for the last 3-4 years. Can anyone give me info on towns around York? Check out websites for localities. My husband and I are interested in the Wilmington Sunset Beach area. Wilmington is definitely growing quickly, and there can be traffic issues (as there are almost everywhere it seems). So far I love San Diego, California best. Didn’t want to make any political statement but there are some here, so political inclinations seem pertinent.) We moved some Comments about Cresswind (near Charlotte) to a Blog post about active communities in the Southeast. People are very friendly and there are many transplants like ourselves. However, getting this music project going has been my primary focus. There will also be a new exit off 26 that will eventually connect us to the backside of the Target shopping center. A lot of the stores downtown allow dogs to come in and also have water in a dish outside their stores for your dogs to drink. Golfcarts are nice within community boundaries, but we are active and also want to explore recreation, dining, music etc, and worried about traffic issues. We’ve made friends at our South Carolina vacation home who could not be more “Southern.” I don’t particularly like their politics, but we have a good laugh now and then about the stark differences. We are not the kind of couple that needs to be around people like us (two married females). If so, is there shopping close now. Richard: We have looked at areas, communities and houses in Wilmington, Leland and Calabash, NC; from MB to Pawleys Island, SC and Palm Coast and Flagler Beach, FL.Realtors have been extraordinary. Among these include a variety conducted at Bradford Hall which is the Carolina Preserve’s club house and “centerpiece.” This is the 35,000 square foot facility which has a well equipped gym and both indoor and outdoor pools, bocce, pool tables, ping pong, tennis courts, exercise classes, etc. 31 We do have friends in Wilmington and they leave also given us some ‘insider information’. I think if you move to an active adult community, you might find it more friendly. There are rare, minor imperfections. The differences between the Carolinas are subtle. I agree with Alexmac that these builders charge a premium (don’t trust the base prices.) President Obama made Penn Center and several other areas national monuments the week before he left office. Or whether to stay in New England until the house is ready, with a few trips to the NC area when necessary. My husband and I are nearing retirement in a few years. Low taxes, great weather, proximity to the beach, to Savannah, to Charleston and to Florida for a quick weekend getaway. I was wondering if anyone can tell me the differences on vehicle insurance, plates and taxes for North and South Carolina. But the retired folks that I met eventually moved with one exception (who had relatives there before they retired). You have a sense of community there and it is just a hop, step and a jump from Wilmington. The residents I met during my prior visits said they enjoyed living there. I’m looking for a place actually in town. Twin Oaks is a 55+ active adult community located in sunny Bradenton, Florida, and brimming with serenity and charm. Dick, thanks for your comments. Over the last several months, I finally found some like-minded musicians to continue my illustrious rock n’ roll career at 61. Maureen /Larry thank you both for your suggestions I will be checking out the areas you both suggested. I’m about 5 years away from retirement and this move seemed like a logical interm step. Alex, I attended the last CREW weekend. Virginia, I didn’t see a “Don” here so I”LL take the question. We have been there several times-beautiful golf course, homes on a lake. Easy access to Greenville, SC as well as Hendersonville, NC. It was 85 here yesterday, felt great ! Kay I agree with Jean. We haven’t pulled the trigger yet as we are still searching but Asheville and the surrounding towns esp Black Mountain offer a most beautiful option! Is this common? My wife and I are looking at the Anderson Creek Club community outside of Fayetteville NC. Beaufort is going to be a major player in Reconstruction tourism. Retirees from Northeast or Midwest may feel a bit out of place politically. There is a Community Development District (CDD) within Nocatee which provides major roadway, parks and recreational facilities (they just completed phase two on the water park). Son & family live 6 hours away. SandyZ was out your way for dinner at Sweetgrass a couple of weeks ago. To me, there was a sort of Wild West vibe – one of the reasons we left. Each resident over 65 is entitled to an exemption of $15,000 ($30,000 for couples) in calculating income for state tax purposes, of which up to $10,000 each can be retirement income. A breakfast cafe is due to open next month. Not Chicago cold and don’t think they get snow at all, but do get ice storms which shut things down for a few hours. Mosquito spraying is a necessary fact of life in the South. We’re considering the Clover, Rock Hill, Fort Mill area and will be visiting there the first week in October. And really how hard is scrolling? As I live abroad (in Argentina ) I need to depend on the community for hints to good retirement spots for when I make the move back home. When this community was built the developer focused on the infrastructure. Does anyone know anything about the Calabash NC area? And following that my first ever trip to the Outer Banks to visit the Wright Brothers Memorial at Kitty Hawk. Life is a journey enjoy every moment of it, in the end you can’t go back & do it over! Unable to agree on their next move, they soon split up in the town of Warrenton and abandoned the van in a schoolyard. We basically looked at taxes but not some other issues before we moved to the Charlerston area. Yup, I absolutely agree that living in the middle of nowhere affects quality of life and probably wouldn’t appeal to many retirees. Taxes help to pay for the well being of everyone. With the arrival of the cooler weather (summer was HOT), I’m still planning to join all the golfers soon. I’m looking to relocate from So. I’m not counting on the real estate agent to tell us anything if they are trying to sell homes there. A bit over 1200.00 for two of us! SandyZ Of course, could be much to say… depending on your needs/desires? It is located at .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}36°39′39″N 78°21′49″W / 36.66083°N 78.36361°W / 36.66083; -78.36361Coordinates: 36°39′39″N 78°21′49″W / 36.66083°N 78.36361°W / 36.66083; -78.36361 (36.6607, -78.3636). Didn’t think of that and I am not tied to NC. We looked there when this Del Webb was new but wondered if there would be a variety of retail available besides the drug and grocery being built near the entrance. We are looking at a home there. South Carolina, which tends to be quite conservative, is probably less of a melting pot than its northern cousin, and remains more of a “southern” state in many areas. My opinion is that Hendersonville has a far superior walkable downtown complete with neat stores and plenty of good to great restaurants. Anyone who experienced a hurricane Or serious storm in the Carolinas? Am I asking for too much? WE are two drivers with immaculate driving history. I’m continually trying to get back on track and get to the gym more frequently as I’ve run out of excuses. Would like some information from someone who lives there on what it is like in this town. It seems like a great area to be! Take some time and visit the area! Snow is uncommon although you can get some. What about Greenville, SC attracts you Elaine? Believe me, if you are in the right place in SC, it can be a wonderful place to live. After all, those clinging clouds are what gave the Smokies their name. Recently, my wife has focused on crime rates as a critical decision criteria. We did like Brunswick Forest and although it has activities going on, it is not a 55 plus only, we did see families there. I am not political at all, but we just want to find a safe, welcoming place to live. People from the north or midwest do not expect southerners to change to the north or eastern ways it’s just the misconception that southerners are warm and accepting. Having recently retired my husband and I have been searching for a place to land. We selected Waynesville precisely for the downtown area AND the increased elevation. Thanks for past and future information. It is more than the ad indicates. If you want a quieter, less developed beach, Sunset Beach, NC is 25 min away. Not all developments have natural gas, which is more cost-efficient than electric homes. Is it essentially a good neighborhood? For me being in a location that is within a mile or so (walkable) of a downtown or small shopping area is more important. I love Ron’s comment on N/S Carolina, his approach is well said. Several years ago Hurricane Matthew dealt our island a tremendous blow, and although our property did not sustain damage, many of our neighbors were grateful for both types of policies! Nice place to visit tho. We are an hour from the outer banks but only 50 feet from launching our boat. I also don’t like being completely outside of the ‘real feel’ of the area. Any thoughts? anything you can share I think it’s rare to be more than 5 miles from a grocery store. My husband and i visited The Coves last May and really liked the community. Kate’s message said …A sign went up that another Active Adult community is coming soon across the street from Del Webb Carolina Lakes in Lancaster.. We are comparing three areas for our move – New Bern NC, Beaufort SC & Leland NC. (On the other hand, the dinner I had in The Reserve clubhouse was expertly prepared, by a German or Swiss chef, as I recall.) We plan to make a trip over to the area around Charlotte and RDU so we’ll check out Cary. Anyone in Swansboro? Community is built on an old rice plantation with much conservancy area, a lake and ponds. I should have started this retirement search years ago..LOL. Well, don’t come down here looking for full time work unless you’re a Doctor, or can “telecommute”, and…..Property costs. We love to travel and definitely miss being near hub airports. There is plenty of data available on the web to answer questions about climate, taxes, overall cost of living, and the like; the questions that will yield the most helpful answers are those that ask, for example, if one community is friendlier than another, or if the traffic in one urban area is better or worse than in another, or if a beach 15 minutes away is good enough to get you to drive there frequently. There’s a large hispanic population that performs many of these services. South Carolina accepts the adjustments, exemptions and deductions allowed on your federal tax return. I am 58, single, and planning to retire soon. We have vacationed there for the last two years. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. There are lots of activities and it is easy to get involved. There is also a personal property tax on cars, boats, etc. I have a teenage daughter so good school systems are extremely important to me. We are hoping everyone isn’t far right wing, though. Everything you could want — except real NY bagels. In my humble opinion, if I were researching the Myrtle Beach area for retirement I would wait until summer to visit so I could see it in all its glory. St James Plantation is listed under Southport North Carolina along with several 55+ communities. ( sorry this is so long) Carolina Lakes in Fort Mill is a beautiful vibrant community. So many things to do including fishing, golf and many events to develop relationships with other people. Carnes Crossing is out there and the homes are truly spectacular, but it did not appear they intend to get lots of trees started. Mecklenburg County has one of the highest overall tax bites in the country. My wife and I currently live in NC but like to retire in SC. If you can find something to rent first may be a good idea. John, I live in Raleigh and have visited New Bern over the years but it has been a while since I was last there. Is being on the other side of the intercoastal waterway a good choice for a home? The Piedmont crescent which stretches from Raleigh to Charlotte is destined to become a major urban corridor. There is now a Whole Foods in Wilmington I just looked it up. We are hoping to relocate to an area close to Myrtle Beach called Seagate Village. Perhaps, renting there for a half year or so might be a good way to “get your feet wet.”, NC does NOT tax SSI…perhaps that was a change in their tax revisions for 2014. Sea Pines we kind of rule out as too far down the island, Bluffton – nah, why if you can have the beach. Think it has a lot of what we are looking for. By the end of a year of renting, most people will have a pretty good idea of whether that place is good for them. This is the kind of info that I look to this list for. We are even taking our dog! Looking at the Myrtle Beach area the prices and inventory are more in line with our budget. . I’m living in NE TN and have found food more expensive than in NY (1 1/2 hours north of NYC). Does anyone out there have insight or opinions about these 2 projects? Need to travel several miles to supermarkets, Walmart, etc. It used to be called maturity. you must try the ICE CREAM STATION there . That will be okay for those who prefer to live in the “middle of nowhere,” but most of us would like to be near a few restaurants, a university, quality healthcare and a movie theater. The Pacific Northwest: Oregon vs. Washington, What state do you prefer? If you like right-wing Republicans, however, this will be a very pleasing state in which to retire. Residents will tell you that soil preparations under many foundations, streets and drainage systems have led to serious infrastructure issues now that the developer gone. GA 17.4 But it also has a nice “circuit breaker” program for people over 65. It is very comfortable with a 36 comfort zone, even with about 3 inches of snow a year. Most newspapers now give you 10 free clicks within the paper per month without having to subscribe, and the front page is usually free. There are lots of complaints about the traffic, but coming from the DC area we don’t find it so terrible. I have heard that Del Webb is building a new, smaller community near Carolina Lakes. What you will find in Wilmington is more house for your $$, when compared to the Northeast, no matter where you settle. Don’t allow something you saw in the media to limit your options. Met with one builder, and spoke with another on the phone once home, to discuss the cost of building a home. Specfically Sun City Hilton Head. There were about 6-8 weeks of winter when temps dropped down to 30s in Jan-Feb. I’ve seen 3 different kinds of snakes in my yard, which is new to me. In spite of the continuing bi-polar ups and downs of the stock market and the continuing economic malaise affecting this country, the Raleigh/Durham/Chapel Hill “Triangle” still appears to have a lot of activity going on. My question is simple… why move from NC where property is more reasonably priced, taxes are less, and services are at least adequate? r/e taxes <$1000 per yr. Volvo is putting their 1st US plant there, Boeing is expanding, they are adding 2 exits to I-26 in the area due to the current + projected growth, a new hospital and firehouse, etc. I would not want to move to a remote locale in a suburb where I would be required to have a car to get around. I like St. James but the threat of hurricane worries me. I could never live in South Caroline because it is too conservative and too “Southern” for my liking. Just my perspective….Hi Debra! If you’re retiring, it would not be high on my list, due to higher cost of living, we moved outside the area to Georgetown, SC Georgetown has recently opened a Endo, Neuro center near their hospital.They opened a cancer center back in 2004. Also, be aware that you must establish residency in South Carolina before you can take advantage of the $50,000 property tax deduction on your home at age 65 or older. Mecklenburg County has one of the highest overall tax bites in the country. Someone in my office told me that Charlotte had a real estate crash due to a banking industry problem a few years ago, and many Sellers were underwater. . Concerns (clearly those of both sides) are being addressed. Six inmates facing the Virginia electric chair made an escape from the facility on May 31, 1984. That way you won’t be surprised and/or dismayed. BTW, we were caught in afternoon rush hour traffic when driving from Asheville to Hendersonville last year. So then into Wilmington, NC. strange, but pleasant experience. It’s also dog friendly which is nice for us. (My 1992 move of 3 miles with a large household cost me about $900.). To help put your numbers into context would you mind sharing what the approximate value of your home is? Inmates took over the block with homemade knives and blindfolded and bound responding officers, changing into their uniforms. The area does have its economic challenges but like a lot of the country, it’s slowly coming back. Even though I think the rate is lower in NC by a slight amount, SC still has breaks for seniors. I can’t speak for Asheville. Has this been a trend in the last few years. Google primary care physician shortage in Myrtle Beach. However, we’ve seen overall home prices increase quite a bit in that time even as new homes are being built at a speedy pace. Terry, I live at Del Webb Charleston and we have lots of singles. Although I like the mountains, being retired we can take long weekends there. Yes Georgetown is nice but don’t fly through McClellanville or Awendaw. Also, I have relatives that live 20 minutes south of Charlotte, NC. Wytheville is a very small town, in the throes of trying to revitalize, like some many other towns. I married a southern girl and I am a northern boy. I was already doing the speedy scrolling you described, all the while thinking, “this is so stupid!” because this Dueling Carolinas conversation is so long. Expensive, understatement. Will be checking out Albemarle in late July, along with a community in Rocky mount, NC as close enough and also close enough to Raleigh to benefit from the exceptional medical care there. If your preference is coastal, my suggestion is not to obsess about hurricanes. The owners have deep pockets, all the amenities were in from the beginning, the golf course is one of the best on the east coast (reasonable annual dues) and baby boomers are beating a path to their door. When you visit be sure to go to Gtill Marks downtown. I have finally planned a trip next month to get acquainted with the Asheville area…not IN the town (too busy, too pricey) but somewhere in the hinterlands. Targeting to move in Spring 2017 and are quite excited. All in all, I found the CREW weekend to be well worth my time and money. My outdoor activities are more spring & summer. So we are going to stick with latest at bottom, but here is a good tip we found in an online Apple forum: While swiping a long document, email, or webpage, try several long, quick swipes in rapid succession: you should notice the scrolling speed accelerate accordingly. Paul Simon – DPAC North Carolina and South Carolina share numerous similarities in addition to a similar climate and topography. Available, good well-water? Rich, Jan and Dian: Thanks so much for your feedback regarding retirement living on Oak Island, NC.