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Retiring to Arizona<\/h2>\n

Arizona has been a popular retirement destination for decades. Sun City, near Phoenix, was developed more than 50 years ago and marketed as the very first active adult community in the U.S. In addition to its mild winter climate that varies across various altitudes, world-class golf courses, and the Grand Canyon right at your back door, Arizona offers plenty of financial and health advantages that make sense for the baby boomer generation of golden-agers who\u2019ve worked 30-45 years to relax and enjoy their place in the sun.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are 9 Reasons Arizona tops the list of desirable retirement destinations<\/span><\/p>\n

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  1. Tax-friendly
    \n<\/span><\/strong> One major benefit of retiring in Arizona is the state\u2019s tax regulations that favor retirees. Retiring on a fixed income can be a huge burden<\/span> in states that tax social security income. Not only does Arizona not tax Social Security Income, there is no inheritance tax, gift tax or estate tax. Arizona is one of the most tax-friendly states in the country, and it\u2019s important to know your money will last throughout your retirement.
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  2. \"\"<\/a>A Community for every lifestyle<\/span><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong> \n

    The Phoenix West Valley area, which includes Mesa and Tempe, offers an abundance of high-quality, affordable community options. The City of Phoenix is a bustling hub of modern amenities, offering a rare combination of clean air and restorative, sunshine with all the history and charm of a classic western<\/span> desertscape. Scottsdale offers high-end resort-style living with a \u201cWild West\u201d vibe, minus the \u201cwild.\u201d\u00a0 Tucson is a mid-size city with big city amenities and a smaller town feel, surrounded by five spectacular mountain ranges: the Santa Catalina Mountains and the Tortolita Mountains to the north, the Santa Rita Mountains to the south, the Rincon Mountains to the east, and the Tucson Mountains to the west.The West Valley\u2019s\u00a0strong economy, characterized by job and population growth, drives demand for Active\u00a0property construction and development industries add to inventory, which helps keep housing prices lower than most regions of the U.S.<\/span><\/li>\n

  3. Native American culture
    \n<\/span><\/strong> More than 20 Native American tribes are represented in Arizona. In fact, Arizona has the largest percentage of its land designated as\u00a0Indian lands, more than any other U.S. state.<\/span><\/li>\n
  4. Affordable real estate\"\"<\/a><\/strong><\/span>
    \nThe West Valley\u2019s\u00a0strong economy, characterized by job and population growth, drives demand for<\/span> affordable real estate. Active property construction and development industries add to inventory, which helps keep housing prices lower than most regions of the U.S<\/span><\/li>\n
  5. Allergy relief
    \n<\/span><\/strong> For allergy and asthma sufferers, the Valley\u2019s climate and dry air offer a respite from the allergens common to other regions.<\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  6. \"\"<\/a>Wildlife galore<\/span><\/strong>
    \nArizona has an abundant wildlife population, including coyotes, javelinas, bobcats, roadrunners,\u00a0and\u00a0some of the world\u2019s most captivating bird species. You can marvel at them while you\u2019re hiking a canyon\u00a0<\/span>or mountain range or simply taking a leisurely bike ride.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>
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  7. Year-round outdoor recreation<\/span><\/strong>
    \nBecause the climate and temperatures vary so greatly across regions, there\u2019s always something spectacular to explore. Average high and low temperatures will differ by 30 degrees within a two- hour drive\u00a0in almost any direction. In Arizona, you can water-ski and snow-ski on the same day.\u00a0 Hiking, biking, boating, fishing, horseback riding, rafting and kayaking, skydiving, snow skiing, sledding, and tubing, and water skiing\u2014pick your pleasure!<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n
  8. Nightlife
    \n<\/span><\/strong>Clubs, restaurants, and rich cultural centers in every major town and city provide plenty of opportunities to eat, drink, and enjoy social events year-round.<\/span>
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  9. Alice Cooper lives in Phoenix.\u00a0\u00a0\"\"<\/a>
    \n<\/span><\/strong>Rock on.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    Retiring to Arizona<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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