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From Big City Excitement to Beach Town Charm, Floridaâs West Coast Offers It All
As the sun slowly sinks below the horizon, a once clear blue sky fills with breathtaking hues of crimson, orange and gold. Watching such dazzling sunsets perched on a sandy white beach is just one of the many reasons retirees choose Florida’s West Coast as their retirement destination.
Read MoreTax Friendly Pension States
Staying one step ahead of Uncle Sam is extremely important for retirees living on pension benefits. Tax implications on pensions vary depending on the type of pension and the state where you live. One of the best ways to protect your fixed income payments is to move to a tax friendly state where you can…
Read MoreThe Future of Clean Energy
There’s a story laced with good news and bad news for every energy type. If you’re confused about which ones are clean and which ones aren’t, you’re not alone.
Read MoreFive Easy Universal Design Principles for New Homes
Building your own home is a life-long dream for many, so why not ensure that you can spend the rest of your life in the home you’ve created? Incorporating universal design principles in custom construction allows you to age in place and appreciate the fruits of your efforts. There’s no need to compromise aesthetics-some of the top universal design principles are actually quite easy to include when you plan for them right from the start.
Read MoreNew Residents in the Lowcountry: Angus âA Bâ Llewellyn
New Residents in the Lowcountry: South Carolina Coastal Communities âItâs important to find the things that you love⌠and do them.â Angus âA Bâ Llewellyn was born and raised in South Carolina, went to law school in Columbia, SC, and then lived in Washington, DC, for most of his life. Itâs time to return to…
Read MoreUniversal Kitchen Design Allows for Aging in Place
Universal Kitchen Design Allows for Aging in Place Todayâs new technology and universal design practices enable boomers to âage in place,â so they can stay in the comfort of their own homes throughout their lives. This eliminates the need for expensive and stressful moves or remodels later in life due to an all-ages, all-abilities approach.…
Read MoreSpinning Green into Gold: Eco-nomical Living – Building Smart; Saving the Enviornment and Your Money Too
Green is everywhere. Green economy, green jobs, green revolution, even a green TV channel. In fact, more and more people are going green every day. Even though green building may sound expensive, it doesn’t have to be. Here are some easy ways to build an eco-friendly home that can help save the planet and save you money, too.
Read MoreUniversal Design: Home Design for All Ages and Abilities
Your home should be all about you. Universal design creates livable, workable environments for everyone regardless of age, size or ability. Universal design is human-centered design that makes life easier, not only for those with mobility limitations, but also for those who are short, tall, young and old. Universal design is for everyone.
Read MoreTop 10 Myths About Retirement
“The times they are a-changin’.” I’m pretty sure Bob Dylan wasn’t talking about retirement when he sang these famous words, but he sure could have been. Retirement planning, including all of the non-financial aspects, needs to be done quite differently today.
Read MorePuerto Rico: The Caribbeanâs Best Kept Secret
Puerto Rico: The Caribbeanâs Best Kept Secret With its palm-fringed white sand beaches, warm turquoise waters and verdant rainforest, Puerto Rico is as dreamy a Caribbean island as Bermuda, Jamaica, Antigua or the Bahamas. Its culture is a vibrant blend of Spanish, TaĂno Indian, African and American influences. This tropical, salsa music-filled paradise is a…
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