Retiring in a small town can offer lower costs, lighter traffic and a closer sense of community, but the best options are not guesswork. I am drawing on recent data-driven rankings of retirement ...

While the Volunteer State may not boast Florida’s sunny beaches, one East Tennessee city stands out as a top destination for ...

There’s something for everyone in Tennessee—from bustling cities and historic towns to charming suburbs and affluent ...

Many Americans who have bid farewell to the workforce or who are thinking about it are turning to places that offer affordability, a strong economy, quality health care options, less traffic, and ...

Four Florida communities ranked among the nation’s best small towns to retire in last year, but The Sunshine State was completely absent from GOBankingRates’ 2025 analysis. To find the best places to ...

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