2. Entertainment is limited
Retirement is not the end of the road. Just because you’ve retired doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have some fun. You’ll have all the time in the world, so why not take advantage of your newfound freedom? Think about what you would like to do in retirement and try to find a place that ticks most of your boxes.
Generally, college towns are at the top of the recommendation list due to their variety of cultural and entertainment opportunities like concerts, theater plays, art events and the like. But what if you’re a major league sports fan? Or want to search for hidden gems at the local flea market? Whatever it is you’re looking for, do your research and make sure your future retirement community has it. You wouldn’t want to regret your decision, would you?
For more inside information on retirement destinations, check out 8 Things You Should Know Before Retiring to Florida.
3. Nobody is hiring
Retirement is also not the end of worklife. Many Americans try retirement and change their minds after a while, realizing they’re just not ready to give up working life for good. From financial reasons to boredom or the need to stay fit mentally and physically, more and more retirees entertain the idea of going back to work.
“We asked people over 50 who weren’t working, or looking for a job, whether they’d return if the right opportunity came along,” Kathleen Mullen, a RAND senior economist and co-author of its American Working Conditions Survey said. “About half said yes.” This stresses the importance of living in a town with attractive job options even more. If you want to go back to work, the best place to do it is in an area with numerous living-wage jobs and a healthy economy.
If you’re also not ready to give up working just yet, here are 8 Perfect Jobs for Retirees Who Want to Keep Working.
