10 Secret Retirement Towns Nobody Talks About

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[@CharlesT.Foster]

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[@KarenJ.Mancia]

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[@JohnNgomba-k3v]

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[@DerraKormino]

I believe the retirement crisis will get even worse. Many struggle to save due to low wages, rising prices, and exorbitant rents. With homeownership becoming unattainable for middle-class Americans, they may not have a home to rely on for retirement either

[@avamadison-r9p]

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[@morgansofia]

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[@AaronPatrick-x2j]

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[@morgansofia]

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[@SusanAlice-o6k]

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[@sirheisenberg4459]

Am 58 retiring next year but the thought of retirement gives me weakness. My apologies to everyone who have retired and filing social security during this time after putting in all those years of work just to lose everything to a problem you never imagined to happen. It’s so difficult for people who are retired and have no savings or loved ones to fall back on.

[@MarcyLoccy]

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[@NorthCarolinaForward]

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[@firefighter-i6q]

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[@NorthCarolinaForward]

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[@vanessahopkins-g5y]

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[@darnellcapriccioso]

I just want my money to keep growing faster than inflation. That’s why I’m looking for companies to invest my retirement savings of $250K I have sitting in the bank. I just don’t know the best strategies to use to make solid gains with steady cash flow.

[@maiadazz]

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[@Aaronduckstein49]

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[@richardhudson1243]

I've been thinking about going that route. I have a lot of stocks that I have maintained, but they are beginning to lose value, so I'm not sure if I should hold onto them or sell them. I feel hiring your investment coach would make it easier to restructure my portfolio.

[@Aaronduckstein49]

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[@EmilyMoore-n7n]

I just googled her now and I'm really impressed with her credentials. I reached out to her since I need all the assistance I can get.

[@paulofearghail9408]

Yes. Politics are important. It sets the tone for how people live in a particular place, and we all want to live someplace where our own values fit with the state and community.

[@derrickw2466]

best part of Leavenworth WA is that all the drugs and crime hasn't made it there

[@tritchie6272]

And you want to know how complicated it might be to engage in whatever hobbies you might wish to engage in. For example,if you want to go hunting or go to the Range. And then if you have family that might be interested in following you,what kind of environment would younger family members be around.

[@stuarthull5706]

Yes if it’s too liberal or woke and the law and order is not good it would play a part in my decision making regarding an area to move too

[@A.J.P.]

Between the weather changes and politics FL is a no go

[@forrestgossett]

@@A.J.P.Tarpon Springs highs of 81 in July? I live in Florida and that’s not true. Heck, the Gulf water temps run from 85 to 89 alone! The humidity makes any temp feel worse. The cost of housing and rent has skyrocketed. I’ve lived in Florida since 1964. When you add in the politics, forget it. Between my in her 90s mother and my sons and grandchildren here, I’m not leaving. Yet.

[@richardstaggs951]

Yes politics makes a difference.

[@orlandogarcia7043]

Liberals destroy

[@mariecameau097]

Colorado Blue

[@mariahezeako8603]

​@@mariecameau097 Colorado Springs is a red area in a blue state and is really a great balance.

[@nonamegivenatbirth]

Yep, just look at how disgusting California has become. I know because I live here. Rampant crime, businesses leaving the state, out-of-control illegal immigration & drugs coming across the border… stay out of the cities, especially Oakland & once great San Francisco. Thanks Democrats for ruining what used to be a really great place.

[@robertt9270]

Yes politics does matter. I split my time between Vashon Washington and Palm Springs Ca. Pretty liberal all year.

[@maxsmodels]

Yes, the politics matters because it affects everything from taxes to individual personal rights.

[@CoolHandLuke01]

Rights? Lol

[@vladwiel]

I escaped socialism in Eastern Europe 40 years ago and the mutant socialism in Michigan 2 years ago. Yes, the politics of the place matter a lot.

[@CarriUSA]

Crazy isn’t it….people who fled communism and socialism for America warn Americans of the “ far left” Marxist socialist political ideology and here we are…..scary times.

[@frankanderson4176]

Its happening to intown Atlanta and has been for years.

[@nonamegivenatbirth]

Yeah Michigan has really gone downhill. If Harris/Walz are installed the US will feel just like the place you escaped. But where to go then??

[@cindybraun371]

It's better than Fa*scism from the other side.

[@chefnyc]

If US becomes socialist, I go back to my old country. At least the food was better.

[@DDPAV]

Moving out of the Seattle area within the next two years- and politics absolutely play a part. It's the part driving me out and there's no way I'm moving into a situation anything remotely like what I'm fleeing....... I believe in moderation and extremist on either side make life miserable.

[@doctordetroit4339]

If you vote blue you should be forced to stay in that zoo

[@rnicholson6579]

I've lived in the Seattle area for over 40 years. It is a wonderful place, but you have to enjoy your own company. That is, while Seattle does have some great people, it is called the Seattle Freeze when it comes making friendships. Most people keep to themselves & are happy to do so. They are secure in their own life & business. Seattle was never meant to be a large city. And, the cost of living has skyrocketed just like the skyscrapers. Wherever you land in your life travels may you be surrounded in love, success & happiness.

[@redfields5070]

Moderation is what produces a "Seattle", because moderation leads to liberalization. You should probably stay in Seattle.

[@glenhatchell5635]

The state politics are absolutely influencing my decision on where to move (in the next 6 months).

[@257796]

Nobody cares

[@dariusbrock2351]

​@@257796You did.

[@glenhatchell5635]

@@257796 Watch the video Derrick. Troll.

[@lunabouch]

Texas, Alaska 😂

[@orlandogarcia7043]

Liberals destroy

[@DanielCruzTube]

%humidity is a significant factor that I didn’t hear mentioned

[@jeff8289]

Can't handle the 90-90s.

[@meemo32086]

Yeah, feels like someone has thrower over you!

[@jimmymartin1902]

As someone that currently lives in South Georgia. Amen.

[@hctim96]

You also forgot to mention that the in Tarpon there is Too many people!! The traffic is nuts. Pinellas County has the highest population density in Florida. During the tourist season there is crazy traffic and forget about US 19..uff.. .The peak summer temp you mentioned in the "high 80's" is wrong. This summer it's consistently been in the low 90's with high humidity. Global warming? Gulf water temps are up I'm fortunate I like the heat. Other than that it's a nice place..

[@danasaunders5997]

@@hctim96 You beat me to the same points I was going to make!!! Mainly the temperature! I wish it were in the 80's! LOL. For the last couple of years, the heat index for June thru mid September hovers between the upper 90's - 100's. We've had a HUGH population explosion since the pandemic! I hope to leave the area by the end of the year!

[@Sampson-jh7yq]

As I near retirement, securing the stability of my 401k after the tumultuous year of 2022 is of utmost importance. I've heard stories of investors achieving up to $270k in ROI during this ongoing market downturn. Any guidance on how to improve my ROI before retirement would be greatly appreciated.

[@RuthEvelyn-rc3bg]

There are strategies capable of delivering consistent gains irrespective of economic or market conditions, but these are typically implemented by seasoned investment experts or advisors.

[@CrystalJoy-32]

For near retirees, having an investment advisor is the way to go. I've been with one because I lack the expertise and emotional fortitude for market ups and downs. I made over $490K during the recent dip, highlighting that there's more to the market than we average folks realise

[@DennisJack-km8ho]

Could you kindly share the contact information for your financial advisor here? I'm in urgent need of one.

[@CrystalJoy-32]

I work with "Monica Shawn Marti" and we've been working together for almost four years and she's fantastic. You could pursue her if she meets your requirements. I agree with her.

[@FrankPatrick-no8zo]

I really appreciate your useful advice. I was able to set up a call with her and confirm her identity. She seems incredibly knowledgeable, and I hope I'm able to connect with her.

[@Biggerstaff4]

I’m 55 from southeastern Ohio but worked overseas all my life. I have savings of $1,000,000 and I'm ready for retirement, only concerned about the soaring inflation. Is this enough to retire comfortably, or do I need some sort of money management?

[@Ballesteros-d]

Glad to hear from another buckeye! comfortable retirement depends on your lifestyle...

[@cortez9978]

I would get money management just in case. You’re only 55. I think the average life execting in the US is 77.5 years, but many people live well into their 80s so that $1 million has to last you all of that and the unforeseen. $1m is a great start though. Good for you!

[@mette-lo]

I’m quite lucky exposed to personal finance at early age, started job 19, purchased first home 28. Going forward, got laid-off at 49 just after covid-outbreak, and at once hired an advisor with grit to help stay afloat. As of today, my portfolio has yielded over 300%, summing up $836k. Stay motivated friends

[@AstridJohansen-z]

@@mette-lo this is huge! your advsor must be grade A, mind sharing more info pleas? in dire need of proper asset allocation

[@mette-lo]

Can't divulge much, I delegate my excesses to someone of great expertise Katherine Nance Dietz preferably you can look her up on the web, her qualifications speak for itself.

[@kumasan727]

State politics are in the top three on the list of where I want to move.

[@lindacarlson8886]

Politics = crime or lack of it, homelessness or lack of it, fiscal responsibility or lack of it. It's VERY important.

[@boblatkey7160]

Yes and don't forget about awful religious people who will treat you like crap if you are not religious yourself.

[@TeksonikAudio]

I'm sure the two people who can afford the towns you listed are very grateful for this video.

[@257796]

Underrated

[@shootythings5086]

Amen

[@bukboefidun9096]

If they are ok being house poor in Paso Robles, sure

[@specialk2514]

Tarpon Springs FL has very high property taxes and homeowners insurance is way too high...like anywhere in FL.

[@vandrewsan]

Those of us with 250k houses aren't going to spend 500k on a house and pay the property tax bill that comes with it

[@dadwea6384]

My grandpa retired to Tarpon Springs and lived there til he was 90. He loved it!!

[@Beltrancho]

After this video … 70% increase in home prices …

[@galeparker1067]

And nowhere to rent.......😢

[@dispatchdebbie]

😂😂😂

[@maryanncraft4044]

Where's the beach??????????

[@timpalmer7934]

Kind of surprised that Fairbanks made list. I’ve lived here for almost 40 years. It’s a good town. But you’ve got to not be worried about winter.

[@laurie9993]

😨

[@gregdoyle8421]

In response to your question in the video: “Never thought that this would be a consideration but due to the divisiveness that now accompanies politics and political discussions in recent years, political affiliation does indeed matter when considering places to move to unfortunately.”

[@mmabagain]

Correct. We now live in The Divided States of America.

[@d.e.b.b5788]

As a liberal liiving in the MAGA belt, I simply never discuss politics. Sports, sure. Politics, never. I leave that to the political nuts who really believe that what they do will have any effect, because this country is run by the 1%.

[@Louie-m1t]

Yes, politics matters. I’ve lived in extensively liberal & conservative towns/cities. I’ve learned that, for me, too much of one political view feels oppressive. I would like my community to be healthy mix. Thanks for asking

[@Mr-ubs]

Well said

[@redgh0st]

Political leaders and shenanigans have a large influence on locations I am looking at. Lived in Seattle through the decades long decline from Nordic wonderland to progressive shite hole.

[@CurtGodwin]

Politics of both the city and state will matter where I retire.

[@birbluv9595]

These places are still too expensive for me. But i found my version of heaven, with good healthcare, a Costco, a Trader Joe’s - the only problem is that my yard is full of moles. There are some features, like moles and voles, that never make it onto any list of things to consider.

[@bkm2797]

Maybe you need a pet ferret or two, thinking they'd take care of that problem in no time, or you could help wild foxes.

[@hughjhardon8080]

Where is it? Get a dog.

[@HeartTurnedToStone]

​@@hughjhardon8080 When going after moles, my dog digs bigger holes in my lawn than the moles do. 🤣💦

[@keffey99]

Where is this "heaven"?

[@annettehansen6329]

There is mole traps

[@davidlarson2534]

Two things a town must have. Excellent healthcare and a Costco. Oh, and nice houses for under $100K.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

Definitely!

[@no_regerts5176]

I don’t need to buy in bulk in my golden years. I could buy a covid load of TP and die tomorrow.

[@wandac396]

LOL hopefully those homes aren’t on wheels! But seriously, I wish.

[@curtissharris8914]

Nice gym and a Sprouts.

[@manfredmann2766]

Then Flint, MI it is!!!

[@alabamaal225]

There's a reason Bisbee, AZ isn't your typical retirement site: it's in the middle of nowhere. The closest city of any real size is Sierra Vista (an Army town for Ft. Huachuca) which is about 30 miles away, and Sierra Vista itself is in the middle of nowhere; Tucson is about a 2-hours drive away. For a retiree, to which medical services may be a prominent concern, Bisbee doesn't seem the optimal choice.

[@tmabre3]

Bisbee might be historical and artsy, but it’s a dump! Fun to take a day trip to a museum and then promptly leave lol

[@Sonomacats]

It's a major pain when you have anything serious medically. I went thru that. Left Bisbee just for that reason.

[@Mind69420]

Bisbee has doug stanhope living there, that's about the only cool thing about the place.

[@Leslie3.0Life]

I agree about Bisbe. Great place to visit and to take friends for a day trip, but retirement? but I can put in a plug for Tucson. I never imagined that I'd stay and live in Tucson after finishing college. I'm originally from california, and my family and friends are still there, and I love the weather and lifestyle of So Cal. Now that i'm retired and single at age 63, I plan to live in California during the hottest months, live a couple fall months in tucson, and cruise/travel to other states and countries the rest of the time. But I will definitely keep my house and likely "age at home" in Tucson.

[@Xktree72]

Politics matters, more than it should. I'm guilty of putting it at the top of the list. That's why when I hear "paintbrushes and poetry readings" in a towns description, I say, "Nope, not in a million years." You might not think those 2 things have anything to do with politics, but they do, and if you know, you know.

[@unic.3041]

You’re absolutely right. It should be the opposite but we’re living in a time where the unreal seems very possible!

[@sueanna_banana]

I'd like to live in a purple state where people are just respectful of one anothers differences. Everyone has gotten so hostile. Retirees don't want to shovel snow or be too cold OR too hot. No extreme weather either... And why don't you ever mention condominiums/townhouses/ 55+ mobile homes parks, instead of these 3 bedroom 2 bath average houses? After all we're retired and don't want a lot of yard or house to take care of anymore...

[@Country_Bubba]

To answer your question about politics being a factor in relocation. As I am an octogenarian and IF I were to move, most definitely politics of the potential area would be a consideration. I would not want to move to an area to be immersed in a culture that I totally disagree with. Off the top of my head, there are several states that I would not move to because of the political climate. When I was working, I had to live in an area that I thought was less than favorable, but was able to leave there in retirement! As stated, this is one of many factors in a selection process.

[@wendyandfriends]

Yes, the politics of a state and county matter to me when I'm looking for my new place to live, as well as the cost of living and taxes, and it must have a lot of outdoor activities choices close by. Thanks always for your great videos!

[@257796]

Yeah, cuz you vote and take an active interest in your community

[@lennygarrison6836]

@@257796this is the second, unprovoked, rude comment you’ve made to complete strangers. Kinda easy to do that from the safety and security behind your keyboard.

[@codybecker2263]

Yes, politics matters a lot, left a beautiful area in California I had planned to retire in for Texas because the place went insane… so yeah, it matters a lot.

[@IvorThomas]

The politics is why I WANT to leave Portland, so yeah, I’m looking hard at that in my future destination.

[@keithmceuen8775]

Politics matter where I live I don’t want to be forced to drive a certain car or forced to call someone what they pretend to be so basically don’t force me to do things leave me alone and we’ll be fine

[@kennethgardner3090]

Do politics matter? Well yes and no. All I want is freedom. Not just for myself but others. Sometimes I have coffee with a lady who votes for the other side. And we enjoy each other. I also live in a town where I can walk down a street with a gun and nobody cares. The funny thing is we don't have real crime here.

[@gregv3181]

Curious as to where you live. I’d like to just deal with as many people who are able to interact with each other without being so offended with the other persons view. I have strong beliefs and am willing to always hear the other side. I just tire of people who ram the views down on others or who just are unwilling to have an open and honest discussion if needed.

[@kennethgardner3090]

@@gregv3181 I do know some people in this town who are narcissistic. But most are willing to talk openly. A different point of view can be helpful. Sorry, I don't dare say the name of this town, but it's a small town in northern Utah.

[@unic.3041]

Good testimony to the importance of preserving our Second Amendment rights.

[@kennethgardner3090]

@@unic.3041 I didn't think about it that way, but you're right. Places with the most guns have the least violent crimes.

[@lkd06]

You mean places with gun RIGHTS have lower crime...​@@kennethgardner3090

[@stevejr777]

After you talked about Tarpon Springs it made me think about Steven Wright. As he would say “ could you imagine how much water there would be in the ocean if there was no sponges!”

[@tedlarson6216]

Yes politics does influence where I moved to and where I fled from. I was born and did 30 plus years in law enforcement. Seattle used to be a safe, sane, clean, affordable city to live. Thanks to information from your videos and others, as well as retirement statistics, I relocated to the beautiful safe and well managed region of Eastern Tennessee. Both military and law enforcement are treasured and respected here. And it's cheaper too. My 500k 4000 plus sq ft home would have cost me around $3.5 million in Seattle. Very happy to have made the move. Thank you for contributing helpful information leading to a better quality of life!

[@benparrish9547]

Bro as a history guy I can’t not ask this; what year was Seattle safe and clean ..?

[@Gypsygirl9]

Planning to move there soon myself!!! 😊 Are you happy there?

[@owggarage723]

If you are retired and need a 4000 + square foot home, you have bigger problems than how the locals treat you.

[@dorothyrubyredmunchkin]

Dude!! Congratulations on passing 1 million!! I've been a fan for around 5 years. Keep on keeping on!! Love your content

[@bobhervey6689]

Local politics is a huge consideration of where I would move.

[@257796]

Nobody cares

[@lennygarrison6836]

@@257796and yet, you cared enough to reply. 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@groverearp2600]

@@257796

[@bettyjeanpetrinovich7373]

Yes, people do care.

[@robertshelton3963]

Lived in Eagle Colorado in 1980-1983. It has changed dramatically from then to now. A lot of ranchers in those days. Now it is a wealthy enclave. As far as politics, I avoid blue states mostly due to taxes and excessive regulations. Living in southern Utah I love seeing the young high school kids with their cowboy boots and big belt buckles.

[@suspiciousafternoon]

Politics absolutely makes a difference in decisions.

[@davidcobb464]

Petoskey Michigan is beautiful. It's my favorite place on the list.

[@67tomcat]

Petoskey is amazing!

[@davidcobb464]

@@67tomcat My family would stay in Petoskey each summer on the way to Mackinac Island.

[@markweaver1012]

The whole northwest coast of Michigan is beautiful with lots of towns to choose from, and if you don't have to be on the water or in the fanciest places, prices can be reasonable. Traverse City and the various towns around it and the Sleeping Bear Dunes are probably an even better choice than Petoskey.

[@keywestjj]

I do agree, but some of the photos are from Charlevoix, 20 miles south of Petoskey.

[@jmw19-66]

Ya, but the governor is democrat.

[@UncleBildo]

Bisbee is a cool little town. A good friend lives not far from it, gets his mail there etc. Not the best town for handicapped folks and non-hikers, as there's stairs and hills everywhere, but such a cool vibe. For Arizona, it has pretty mellow weather, too.

[@257796]

Yeah, long live Stanhope

[@aardvaarkmaark]

I love Bisbee! It's a great eccentric town. I was stationed at Ft Huachuca Arizona which is about 15 miles from Bisbee. At that time Bisbee was the only place to get espresso. Every Saturday a bunch of us would make the trek to Bisbee for our espressos.

[@IvorThomas]

I’ve been been there and liked it a lot. What’s the water situation there? Affordable? Drinkable? Sustainable?

[@hughjhardon8080]

Bisbee is awesome. Briggs, stop telling people about it.

[@ScooterOnHisWay2024]

Fountain Hills Arizona if you can stand the summer heat.

[@jaykalisekdc3767]

Yes! Politics are very important!

[@tamaraallspaugh2962]

Politics - somewhat important. It depends on the government's involvement.

[@Peg-zl9lr]

Well, one party endorses government controls and one ostensibly doesn't...

[@pdxmtngoat]

I visited Fairbanks in the summer. It doesn't get dark for about six weeks. It can make sleeping a challenge. But yes people are out and about at all times. It's a trip. The military is big in Fairbanks. Denali National Park is awesome. Go on bear watching tours. Absolutely local politics matter.

[@DynaGirl2000]

You bring up a good point about the daylight in Fairbanks, Alaska. One thing not mentioned in the video is that the daylight hours in winter are just the opposite - it’s dark for most of the day and can be quite cold and dry. That said, people who live in Fairbanks and nearby areas consider it a sign of toughness. I think anyone considering moving to any of these towns should consider researching important factors like climate, politics (mentioned in other comments), and distance to your extended family.

[@annhowcroft9493]

The only town that I am interested is Hendersonville. I would prefer a more conservative area to live in.

[@timothykeith1367]

I might chose 14,000 population Henderson TX, a retail hub in the Deep East Texas Piney Woods with all the big box retail, even a Chick-Fil-A and a UT Health hospital. It's halfway between 120,000 pop Tyler and the charming 35,,000 pop town of Nacogdoches. Actually, I'd look at smaller rural towns between Henderson and Tyler, or between there and Nac. This spring USA Today rated Tyler the best city in Texas. Check out the Tyler zoo. If you can tolerate Florida humidity, ET might be a step up in climate comfort. It's very conservative. Located between Dallas and Houston, but very different culturally. Some of the largest reservoirs in the USA are out there. Half the land is tall pines that shade the highway, the other is livestock. No mountains but southern Arkansas has hills. ET is as large as Trans-Pecos West Texas and the home of 2 million people. Very affordable for now. Tyler is a white collar jobs hub

[@heidialexander8440]

Yes, politics matter. Shared values matter when developing friendships.

[@frankanderson4176]

...and losing friendships, too.

[@birbluv9595]

When i was researching places to move in 2018, i crossed Savannah off the list because of the crime rate.

[@RarefiedError]

I crossed it off after a day trip in the 90's I cant tolerate humidity and spanish moss or stucco houses , felt opressive and depressing

[@MegaCraptacular]

Bisbee, AZ sounds like the kind of place where a man bun is mandatory.

[@sarapanzarella97]

Most people moved to Bluffton, Beaufort and Hilton Head - just a 25 minute drive to Savannah from Bluffton. Pretty safe as far as crime but a ton of car accidents. I think SC is like 3rd in the nation for fatalities.

[@danielrock8833]

@@MegaCraptacular Lol, then you've never been to Bisbee AZ. A few artists yes, but mostly it's an old west mining town now overrun by drugs. Most of the town would probably just as soon scalp you if you showed up with a man bun.

[@dunkelza]

Yes, state and local politics are a huge consideration for me.

[@mikeeno104]

No, since I am an independent and like candidates that are moderate leaning conservative.

[@co7314]

Those no longer exist.

[@Lillith1203]

👍

[@cathyrawlins702]

I have a feeling that after this November election, politics won't make a difference as much as it had before. I have hope that the divisiness and strife will be less apparent and we will feel more community spirit where in your words we will, "Be nice to each other and have a great day."

[@danstrayer111]

we who are to the "Left of extreme right" have discovered what/who 25% of America really is, and there will NEVER be a reconciling of that.

[@dangermouse9g365]

I hope you are right and it's a nice thought, but I don't think we will ever be the same again. Neither side can or will live with the other .

[@robcole5484]

The response to covid demonstrated the importance of local politics. You're either free to roam about and live your life, or locked in your home and treated like a pariah. I'll take the former.

[@gump1005]

Yes, politics matters.

[@Biffwellington4518]

Politics yes. Moved to east TX from Austin. Having worked in the DEI capital of TX law enforcement city, it is so nice to express your opinion without fear of loosing your job...or offending anyone.

[@CarriUSA]

So much for our constitutional freedoms and protections 🇺🇸

[@Biffwellington4518]

@@CarriUSA I agree. The left is actively doing everything they can to limit those freedoms.

[@redwolfexr]

You lost me at bitching about "DEI" -- guess it is the new version of CRT?

[@Biffwellington4518]

@redwolfexr CRT is race victim specific. DEI is all victim encompassing.

[@redwolfexr]

@@Biffwellington4518 CRT is a COLLEGE COURSE from LAW SCHOOL. "all victim" yeah, you guys sure are drinking the koolaid. All white males are "victims" when they aren't on top of the system, eh?

[@Amarillo_By_Morning]

State politics do for me which is why I love living in Texas. It’s important for me to live in an area that celebrates the same freedom. I celebrate and tackles community and social policies similarly to the way I do. It’s the same reason I wouldn’t want to date or marry someone that had opposite political views because we’re opposite opinionated and we’re gonna tackle problems from different directions not on a similar mindset.

[@crazeyoldlady966]

I always want to know the politics. I live in Salem OR and I don't like the politics in Oregon and I was born here. I'm 74.

[@groverearp2600]

I enjoy this channel, however Briggs is an ultra Oregon liberal.

[@joeuser2360]

I don't know how nobody talks about Hendersonville. It's been a retirement destination for nearly half a century.

[@bobfinnecy4231]

Politics ABSOLUTELY matter…that’s why we live in SC…

[@sarapanzarella97]

We moved to SC for a job but really glad we weren't in some total lockdown state during Covid. Really concerned that all the northeast people that moved down here during Covid did NOT leave their politics behind.

[@ledagrasso5169]

❤always enjoy your videos. Yeppers! Always have picked my homes based on politics, I need to feel my kids and I are safe. We look mixed, ethnically. And yes, some places we were harrassed. Finally found a haven, everyone is diverse 😊

[@modsurgeon]

Local Politics matter if I stay in the United States,. I've been thinking of retiring in Italy for the people, the food, the lifestyle, but mostly because I know nothing about their politics and hope to never care while living there.

[@retiredrabbit5230]

If we could, we'd move to Italy tomorrow.

[@deepcow]

FYI, Tarpon Springs, Florida is in Pinellas County. The average home owner’s insurance price in Pinellas County Florida is >$10k a year for a 1500 sq ft home. I’ve lived here since 1973. The Tampa Bay Area is no longer affordable.

[@lucabrasisleepswiththefish77]

Thanks for showing this...i can honestly say that you cured me of any post retirement wonderlust.

[@paulayala4816]

My parents used to own 2 acres of land in Paso Robles close to the airport. They were going to retire there, so they had plans drawn up for a new 3bd 2 ba home. Then my sister had my my nephew and they decided to stay close to their grandson and help babysit. Coming from California the local politics does matter to me. My views run conservative and while the town I currently live in is pretty conservative, Sacramento is not. I am hoping Kingman, AZ will be a good fit for me and the locals won't run me out when they see my CA plates.

[@annettehansen6329]

Have you been to Kingman?! It is a trashy city. You need to spend more time there. Not just drive through

[@paulayala4816]

@@annettehansen6329 I did stop in Kingman on my way to KS two years ago, it is a desert town and a bit trashy but not as bad as some places here in CA like San Francisco, San Bernardino or San Diego...anything with a 'San'. They have a lot of new homes being built (good/bad), a new highway interchange project in the works and a downtown revitalization project also in the works.

[@groverearp2600]

Wherever you move to , get those California plates off your car as fast as possible and do NOT tell anyone that you are from California

[@notalenthere]

Yes, San Diego sucks. You should not move or visit here. Kingman is perfect for you.

[@paulayala4816]

@@notalenthere Too late, I have been there many times. Honestly they have done a lot of improvements around Seaport Village and hotel circle. All those Comic Con dollars helping with the redeveopment. It's the area near Imperial Ave and the 5 Frwy that is a big mess. Still I would never move down there, housing prices are too high and you have the taint of TJ over the border and the river polluting the Sillver Strand with fecal matter.

[@pamburtness6635]

Yes politics matters! I’ve lived in California my whole life I hate the politics but my family, church & the weather keeps me here. I also live in a conservative area with a good sheriff, so that helps!

[@maryellenyork2819]

I love my city in AR. Hot summers are not an issue with air conditioning. Yes, very happy about opportunities to know all local and state legislators and to get involved in making a difference.

[@adamb3326]

Are you happy with how your governor responded to Covid? Politics matter.

[@WorldAccordingToBriggs]

I am

[@orlandogarcia7043]

​@WorldAccordingToBriggs I'm guessing Briggs believes in being controlled.

[@ScooterOnHisWay2024]

​@@orlandogarcia7043I am guessing that you like to belly ache on YT.

[@nwsvndr]

@@WorldAccordingToBriggs You are a sane voice here, Briggs. Thanks for that. Meaning, you bring out the best, rather than be divisive and point out the worst. Just be nice to each other (where have I heard that before?).

[@CarriUSA]

Kinda funny, democrat governor and a republican legislature and senate . Masks were unconstitutional to be mandated …can only be a suggestion. And the sheriffs publicly made statements not going along with the governors unconstitutional orders. 🤔

[@Depeche4Me]

The crazy politics in Florida was the last straw for us, on top of summers getting longer and hotter and how crowded it got. Very happy to live in a normal state now. 💙

[@dronepocket325]

🤣 Good riddance!

[@donnagerhart1273]

Politics matters in deciding where to live. Never used to be that way, though

[@Laustin2007]

You are dead on with Hendersonville, NC....Great town...I just lived there for 3 years (2017-19)...I'm retired. It's politically half-half, but if you need a shot of Blue, Asheville is 30 minutes away. Politics makes a difference...but I can live with half-half.

[@one4blondes]

What made you leave?

[@Laustin2007]

@@one4blondes I had lived there while dating a potential long-term intimate partner. When it didn't work out I returned to the West where I've lived most of my life. It's a nice place!

[@prycelessly]

Absolutely, the politics matters! Dems = high taxation

[@hughjhardon8080]

Texas has huge property taxes, so…

[@prycelessly]

@@hughjhardon8080 On average, red states have a lower tax burden than blue states.

[@robertwright4967]

@@hughjhardon8080 but no state income tax...Texas' total tax burden is around 8.6% making it down near the bottom. That's including sales tax, property tax, income tax and whatever other kind of taxes there are.

[@akgobears]

This is my favorite type of Briggs video, smaller towns for the most part....AND YES, politics of the area if i were looking for a new place to live would matter to a certain extent for me....There are a couple groups of people in this country i just want absolutely nothing to do with in the long run and certain states i just would not live in because of their politics....Both Solvang and Leavenworth are pretty kewl little places , enjoyed visiting them....

[@markporter6933]

Absolutely, local politics is a priority prior to relocating!!!

[@davidpeirce7914]

Keep em coming I appreciate the ideas as I try to escape from good old Orange County California!

[@domin8ss]

Politics definitely matters. I'm a veteran, and my wife is still active duty. We've lived all over the country and seen firsthand how politics affects lifestyles and communities. Politics is near the top of the list whenever we discuss where to settle when she finally retires. Btw, thank you for not discussing locations (there's still a few on the list) we're considering retiring to. We don't want the charm to go away.

[@retiredrabbit5230]

Thank you for your service to our country. To both of you. 💖

[@kimhorton6109]

Pick a town with a decent college, under 75,000 people and parks around near a major Interstate to make travel easier.

[@terryclair2914]

Politics was the reason I moved from OR to West TX when I retired.

[@icecold5920]

I left tx the worst state property tax the highest in the nation, health care the worst in the nation , and the IQ of people barely make it to 69 out of 150.

[@orlandogarcia7043]

Democrats destroyed Oregon

[@jerryrichardson2799]

Bad timing. Texas was Democratic into the late 70s, and Democrats are slowly whittling down Republicans lead in the state.

[@thullraven1]

@@icecold5920 TX Property Tax is the 6th highest. NJ is the highest. TX Healthcare is fine if you're in a metropolitan area. I live in the DFW Area and have THREE major hospitals a short drive, one literally three blocks away, and more doctors nearby than I can easily count. That's really how it is pretty much everywhere. If you need good healthcare don't live in the middle of nowhere. I can't argue with the low IQ part. They keep electing the same clowns into office and then wonder why things don't change. I mean, I'm Republican but I'm not stupid enough to keep electing the same idiot into office just because he's the same "party". SMH.

[@bkm2797]

He probably fits right in,lol.

[@williamventer700]

Politics in general are absolutely a factor on moving somewhere. I think taxes outweigh politics a bit more, however, especially being retirees as we are.

[@davidmadsen964]

I live just a few miles from Paso Robles. Your commentary is spot on😊

[@wertz987]

I'm just retiring where im at Debt free with a house

[@floydsaine8420]

Yes, politics do matter

[@Dirk-my2zf]

Correct, where ever there are liberals it is the same thing as living in hell.

[@Obie1209]

To answer your question about politics matter were we live…absolutely!!!

[@BWowed]

Biloxi Mississippi is a great place to retire. Mississippi gets a bad rap but I don't understand why. It's very clean lots of great restaurants low taxes and nice people

[@Lillith1203]

And the best thing about MS, extreme liberals would hate it, they bring their attitudes and would see Southern hostility not hospitality, everyone is fed up with the woke crap.

[@CoolHandLuke01]

Dang it’s hot and humid there.

[@katme8055]

Tarpon springs is like all of Florida, unaffordable, high crime. Love the sponge docks for shopping and Greek food. Safety harbor, Florida still has that small town feel but you must buy a $500,000 house.

[@robertehatten4847]

I am retired in California looking to move and money is not a problem. Florida No Colorado Maybe Alaska Never North Carolina Maybe Texas Maybe Georgia I did consider Savannah at one time Montana Maybe Michigan No California I’m thinking of moving Arizona I’ve considered it Politics is a consideration, but not a deal breaker

[@glenhatchell5635]

Tarpon Springs is a great place and true Greek. It is a Florida town and doesn't try to act like it's out of place.

[@257796]

Is it tarpon or tarpaulin? Asking for a friend

[@mountaingoddess9720]

Tarpon Springs average summer temps are in the 90’s, and that’s for 5 months. There is no quaint downtown, it’s all very touristy. You’ll have to go to Clearwater or New Port Richey for groceries etc driving through hellacious traffic, yuck!

[@donmiller8712]

Local politics make a difference when they exist at either extreme and are focused on political beliefs rather than the citizenry

[@SherryEllesson]

Politics has grown to matter more than it used to, based on whether a locally favored candidate wants to do away with personal freedoms, parts of the Constitution, and make absolutely everything about anger, retribution, and hatred of anyone who's not "loyal" (read: ready to kiss you know what).

[@shootythings5086]

Local and state politics make a huge difference to me

[@rjthomasindyusa]

I’m a Christian. I didn’t put much weight into politics when I moved to what I now know is a liberal town in Colorado. It has been incredibly difficult to find a good Church and make meaningful relationships. I need to move….

[@loriengelmann9240]

My husband and I relocated in 2020. We had lived in RI for many years, where I was considered conservative. I don't think I am. Now we live in Atlanta, where I'm considered liberal. I don't think I am. I remain OK with my beliefs and am content for others to have theirs. I support issues important to me, regardless of my location. I will say, IMO, Atlanta is different than the rest of the state. When we moved, we wanted urban, no snow, and a multicultural environment. Atlanta does that for us. If you consider the Atlanta metro area, there are many cultures and ethnicities. It's one of the things I missed from living in San Francisco a very long time ago.

[@ultima8250]

Not anymore

[@captnawty7966]

Another awesome video that retirement is affordable. As a retiree, I love all the possible places to retire at. I just need to get my benefits together, pack up and move. Thanks. To answer your question about politics being important to where I want to retire? Heck YES, the politics play a huge part of my choice on where to retire. Responsible government, fiscal responsibility, and government staying out of my life are all huge concerns of mine. You now have two ideas for new videos, Republican: Best places to retire. Democrat: Best places to retire. I would love to see the contrast.

[@retiredrabbit5230]

I would love to see a video like this as well.

[@lu_re7198]

Politics affects crime, property taxes, healthcare quality/options, school choice, etc. Politics has changed the most beautiful cities into a dangerous drug/crime infested homeless camps. 🥀

[@gourimisra6050]

Yes. Politics defines society mindset.

[@keffey99]

The political leanings of an area are important to me. I could not move to an area that leans hard toward the opposite direction of my beliefs and values.

[@StrayTato]

"Retirement." Lol, good joke.

[@gothamcityarcade]

Lmao...

[@cajunlady4893]

​@@Jean.A.squirrel LoL Oh off topic Did you hear about the underwater forest? Amazing

[@thullraven1]

What's so funny? It can be done with proper planning. I retired at 59. I put my ducks in row before I did. I became debt free. I own my car, home, and anything else I have. I have a moderate residual income and excellent Healthcare for life as I retired from the Federal Government.

[@thullraven1]

@@Jean.A.squirrel Not at all. The person that made this initial comment, the person I was talking to, was serious. A lot of people think they can't retire. You had no reason to personal attack me, yet you did. The actions of a true troll.

[@thullraven1]

@@Jean.A.squirrel I took it as a troll comment because it was. I didn't attack you and you went out of your way to attack me. Troll action. Stop talking to me, a**hole.

[@theresa6169]

My retirement is in my paid off little rancher house and my two adult kids are within 25 miles. No reason to move away. A lot of people retire and stay in the same geographic area they spent their adult life in. I'm in the Philadelphia PA suburbs.

[@sharons5714]

I live in a paid off home in Chester County. I have no intention of leaving. I love this area.

[@jamesbrozyna5295]

Hey Briggs, not all of us can afford $400,000 homes.

[@luvslogistics1725]

Here some tips: Get a job, get a better job, get more education or a better education and work harder…

[@flsupraguy]

Then work harder and stop complaining

[@kims1912]

My ex and I had a retirement home in Tarpon Springs. We bought it in 2011 for 86k and sold it in 2023 for 270k. Holiday, FL just north is a very affordable option.

[@RAINWOLFEN]

We found Mesquite Nevada. Fastest growing town in Nevada. Moving next week take care neighbor

[@finchman1]

I like Mesquite NV. It has lots of potential.