Unless you want to live in a small town in the Southeast or move all the way to South or Central America, the American West is one of three top places for those who plan to retire on a fixed income, according to Reece Halpern. And he should know, since Halpern is the founder of GoodTimes.com, the most trafficked Internet magazine for those who are age 50 and older.Halpern praises Arizona's healthy desert climate with its low humidity and average year-round temperature of 70 F degrees, as cited by the Western Regional Climate Center in Reno, Nev. With the exception of highly developed major metropolitan areas, Arizona offers the benefit of excellent air quality. The abundance of open space and the popularity of single-level ranch-style homes are other advantages that appeal to retirees.
One of the most important considerations for those who are planning their retirement is the tax structure. Arizona wins again: The Arizona Department of Revenue confirms that the state repealed its estate tax and has no gift or inheritance. Best of all, Arizona does not tax social security benefits received under the Title II of the Social Security Act, nor does it tax railroad retirement benefits received from the Railroad Retirement Board under the Railroad Retirement Act.
"We all know that Arizona has remained at the top of the list for vacationers, seasonal residents and retirees for many decades now," says Ricardo Pomar, long-time property owner in the Sunsites region of the state's beautiful southwestern corner. "Today, people are looking for solid ground to put under their feet. They want natural beauty, outstanding recreation, a pristine environment, and a high quality of life that does not come with a high cost of living. Southeast Arizona offers all of that and more."
As the President of the Camino Real Land Corporation, Pomar selected the Sunsites region for his personal investment and his land development business because of the area's unmatched appeal. "It doesn't matter if you are a retiree, a second-home buyer, a telecommuter, an outdoor enthusiast, or have a growing family," he says. "This area simply cannot be outdone for scenic splendor, a four-season climate, an ideal elevation of 4,300 feet, vast acres of national forest and monuments, and first-class recreation including a championship 18-hole golf course. Our Sunsites community offers a growing list of services and amenities including medical and dental professionals, restaurants, banks, hospitality accommodations, schools and churches. Hospitals are just minutes from home, while nearby Tucson offers some of America's leading healthcare specialists. Metropolitan Tucson is also an easy 60-minute drive for upscale shopping, cultural attractions, and world-class entertainment. This is truly the best of all worlds."
"Discover the enchantment of Southeast Arizona for yourself and take advantage of incredible 'young property' savings on acre lots in the Sunsites area or 2.5-acre ranch-style lots at Sunsites Ranches, just 20 minutes away along Highway 191," Pomar says. "Learn more about Sunsites at SunsitesLandRush.com and then come play with us!"
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