South Carolina's Cheapest Place's to Retire

Join me today as I unveil six of South Carolina's most affordable towns, perfect for cost-effective living. These hidden gems are rich in history and charm. And don't miss out - at the end of this video, I'll share how to access exclusive, free content on Retirement Life in South Carolina!
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[@mikimikemike1]

you should add the demographics of each area. crime rate included

[@jeffrobodine8579]

I Googled the demographics to get that info.

[@JayMak1963]

@@jeffrobodine8579 not good i googled too

[@francishodges6873]

Medical facilities are never mentioned in any of these towns. Good ones are VERY important to retirees. Also, most of these places are losing population. Why are folks moving away? There must be a reason.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

I agree about the missing medical.....lots of folks are migrating to bigger towns

[@91210paige]

Agreed! SC has a long way to go in upgrading their Medical. It's Decades behind for the amount of Seniors they have. I know people who had issues while living in MB and they had to take them all the way to Charleston for a hospital to help them. Not good.

[@melanielynnrkein6231]

Area of Vibes does not offer a very high score, except for Laurens, which is good!

[@punisher6659]

Thanks for your content.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching it.

[@keepamerica2astrong280]

Hey Kieth always great vids. Always watch rarely post. Lived here for 35 years and love it. Keep the vids / shorts coming...

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@keepamerica2astrong280 Glad you are enjoying them...I always appreciate your comments. What part of the state do you live?

[@keepamerica2astrong280]

@@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina Been living in Murrells for the last 19 years and love it. Before that Cornway 😂 Have acreage out near Lake City, best of both worlds...Boating, fishing, hunting, Marsh Walk, great restaurants what's not to love...Have to give a shout out to Chucktown also. Wifey and I go at least 1-2 times a month. Charleston Place. High Cotton, Halls Chophouse, SNOB, Oak, etc Love the great Red state of SC...

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@@keepamerica2astrong280 That sounds great, I love Murrells too. Haha "Cornway" And you hit all of my favorites in CHS too. Let me know if you and your wife would like to grab a coffee next time you are in CHS. I am in MP.

[@crisyoutubea1929]

im i the only one who thinks this guy sounds like Ray Romano..

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

LOL....I get it all the time

[@justindillow455]

Great video. What are the property taxes in these towns and crime rates. Thanks

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Thank you! You can check property taxes throughout South Carolina using this link: Check Property Tax Rates in South Carolina Counties here: www.tax-rates.org/south_carolina/property-tax

[@apkn1955]

List some fast food options, if any. Thanks.

[@joelsandler1119]

I'm retiring somewhere in the Greenville metro area. It's kind of daunting finding the best fit that fits my budget.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@joelsandler1119 Yes, finding that balance can be a challenge. Hit me up (my email is in the description) I can offer some guidance

[@91210paige]

I almost made a mistake and put my foot in my mouth. I thought you said Dillon not Dylan. I know all the years I drove down to Myrtle beach from the east coast when you got to Dillon your first thought was ARE THE DOORS LOCKED? Great video

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Lol

[@melissaraymondi4921]

😂

[@lamar7902]

Dillon is a nice, quiet place to retire.

[@NinaEugina]

All of these cities with the exception of Union, South Carolina have a higher than the US average crime rate😮 It doesn’t matter how cheap a place is to live if you are likely to be a victim of crime. Just no!

[@freedomwillring6749]

Bennetsville sounds good, but you didn't include anything about crime statistics. When you are younger you can handle the ghetto but I don't want to spend my golden years in one.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Yes it is. But as a real estate agent because of the Fair Housing Act, I can not speak to the crime rate as it can be interpreted as a statement or racist.

[@deanlewis8083]

I'm 57, retired navy but still working. I have MS and am preparing for when I can no longer work. How is S.C. when it comes to taxes for retirees (military pensions) and available VA hospitals? My son lives in Cottageville and when we visit we stay in Summerville. We visited last July and the summer heat and humidity was brutal on my MS. Are any of these towns mentioned any better regarding heat and humidity? thank you for an informative video.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@deanlewis8083 First, Thank You for your service! I am sorry to hear about your situation. Regarding the taxes, S.C. does not tax military retirement income (pensions). Once you reach 65 yrs you can get even more tax relief from the state like a homestead exemption and over 65yo you can get an additional $15,000 deduction from your taxable income. Summerville is a great area, but typically the further you go inland (west) it tends to not get as hot and humid. Of the towns I mentioned in this video Laurens and Union are the furthest west. Hope this helps and thank you for watching my videos!

[@lisamccoy6167]

These places must be in a country setting(rural)

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Yes, some are and others more like bedroom communities

[@JayMak1963]

no very dark areas

[@charlesdavis7461]

When I see Down towns with very little driving and people on the sidewalks, with very low rents I think no, not for me. Must be crime central. And towns don't determine the price of rents or cost of housing, it's demand or in these cases no demand.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

I understand your perspectives but not always the case. Supply and demand "the market" does drive the costs, so do jobs, location and where in life you are. You should check out my long form videos where I disclose cost of living and crime rates, you may be surprised.

[@faithiseverything5886]

Thank you how about North Carolina

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Hi Faith, I can help you out there too. Drop me a note, my email is in the description.

[@dinahbarnes6694]

What about the alligators?

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Gators are our neighbors. Really, they are more afraid of you than you of them. Just don't walk Fluffy down by the pond at sunrise/set. Common sense is key.

[@jesussaves7973]

Uhm. Im sorry I would say no to Orangeburg but maybe yes to the others

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

I like Orangeburg....esp the Gardens and the Edisto River

[@jeffrobodine8579]

I agree, the low real estate values say a lot about it.

[@user-jj2kj3nd7g]

I love in SC, don't move here.

[@user-pj1pq5kx2y]

Why?

[@KB3TLE]

None of these places are very desirable - or they wouldn't be so cheap ! - 'less expensive' - not really very 'cheap' ?

[@patriot1-kt9di]

its cheap because no wants t live there

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

Nah....they're great places to live

[@patriot1-kt9di]

ACCORDING TO WHO??@@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@patriot1-kt9di A study that I conducted of each town. A lot of work but worth it.

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

@patriot1-kt9di A study that I conducted of each town. A lot of work but worth it.

[@massbill-gj8oe]

rent $604 for what cheap to live no one wants crimes in these places

[@davidmccartney7577]

SC personal property taxes will bankrupt you🥴

[@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina]

All personal property taxes are capped at $500 and drop yearly as the property devalued. They base all future tax on fair market value.

[@davidmccartney7577]

@@RetirementLifeSouthCarolina 🤣 It was like $4900 yearly for my truck, motorcycle and motorhome!

[@melanielynnrkein6231]

Areavibes doesn't give these places a very high score

[@SoutheastBeast91]

No liberals allowed

[@melodymoore4323]

Wow-such hate-. Sorry, I was not raised to hate people if they aren't the carbon copy of me.

[@nickyingtavorn5491]

@@melodymoore4323 have u ever feel sorry to ruin economic of are country so many war happening , people kill each other almost every week because of the depresion and spent money in to somethings that not the main priorities

[@melodymoore4323]

@@nickyingtavorn5491 yes I do very much care.

[@JayMak1963]

@@melodymoore4323 ah liberals ruin everything