Affordably Retire or Relocate To The Best Places In NC And SC – 3 Easy Steps

Hi Rachel,
My wife and I have been looking in the Waxhaw area, we are from CT as well. I have three children 3, 7 and 9, it seems like you and I have the same sentiments about the taxes in CT. I have a couple of years before moving, please let me know if you hear of any good locations, I would be willing to share any info as well.
Best Wishes,
Steve

Bob,

Stumbled upon your site while conducting my own research and wish I'd have found this site first. I've looked at all of your guides and am a bit overwhelmed by the choices, hoping you can help. I am relocating to Charlotte from Houston this summer with my wife and 13 year old daughter. Because I work from home, I don't have any real geographic restrictions, except, I need to be within about 45 minutes from the Charlotte airport. A top notch high school is one of the top requirements on our list. We are looking at areas in SC south of Charlotte as well as areas around Charlotte. Which guide or guides do you recommend?

Hi bob, your site is very interesting! I have been wondering if there are any communities where one can find both golf and horseback riding stables in the same place. Thanks for yor time.

Hi Bob…. My wife and I both worked for Eastman Kodak here in Rochester, NY for several years….we all that know how that chapter ended, and here we sit in the second highest taxed county in the US. It is time for us to move further south, to be closer to our daughter, and only child, who is an attorney in South Florida. We just aren't sure Florida is where we want to settle, but perhaps South Carolina. My wife is an admin. assistant, and has about 10 more years to work,, so we'd like to be near a city, hopefully where she can find something. Not sure about unemployment rates in the various areas of S. Carolina. We discovered your site today, and will remain connected to it. It's a wonderful tool if people like us are at a crossroad, and want to re-locate, but aren't quite sure where.

Love your picture by the way; we too have a Golden and two other dogs…just one more thing to think about when re-locating. What can you tell us about the tax rates in NC vs. SC? We will be downloading your material….can't wait to start researching this. It's great to find a site that will answer some of our questions.

mid nc humidity can be between 70%-100% in the summer except the mountains. You do not need to live any where near pinehurst for health reasons. Its very hot and humid in summer. From hickory and up would be better. But nc is one of the worst states for mold and humidity. Our dr told us this is one of the worst states for breathing problems or allergies.

Great web site. I am planning to retire. My wife & I made three trips to western NC & SC. All reports we read noted that Asheville was the place to live; we didn't like Asheville. However, we loved an decided upon Greenville.

Dear Bob,

I desperately need some help to find the perfect place for a non-profitable cancer/family unity retreat center along the coast of NC/SC. I'm leaning towards the SC area because I have family there. I think a place near or close to a med. to large city for fundraising purposes would be better. Also, close to an airport for families to come in and out of. I'm hoping to find someone to donate some land as well so I 'm at the mercy of others. Before I start asking for all this, where do you think would be the best place to place this retreat. Were should I start my begging?

Sincerely,
Karen Brix

Bob,
Thank you for your wonderful site. Your site is so informative and useful. So where do you live north or south area? Thanks so much again for all you do to enrich all of us.
Tammy

My husband and I are relocating from NJ…we are having the most difficult time deciding what area we should move to. I will be working (insurance industry) but my husband is semi retired.

My husband would like to live in a place that is secluded from everyone. I would like a place that is newer and private but not so far away from everyone. I would also like to spend under $200,000 with a newer home (not a condo or townhouse) any suggestions?

PS..we have taken several trips to both North and South Carolina and we are still unsure…

I enjoy looking at my email every day and seeing Places of Value. I have been looking into areas in NC and SC for years. I plan on retiring in one or the other and sometimes I cannot even decide between Raleigh or Charlotte. I need that Checklist and I just downloaded it today.
Thanks for all the information. I love it. And, I love North Carolina!

Hello Bob,
Thanks so much for the reply about Raleigh vs Charlotte. If I was thinking more seriously about SC because my sister moved recently to Bluffton, SC., I probably would be thinking about the Charleston SC area. Would you say the outlying areas around Charleston such as Summerville and others would be possible areas for affordable retirement living in SC?

Dear Bob,
As always you have done a great job in letting people know what to expect. We finally decided on the state but still struggling with the cities. I can say one thing after dong what you said it changed what I thought was going to be great into what I know the State will be great now just to decide where!

Hi Bob,

My husband and I want to retire to South Carolina. I am a retired Literature Professor from San Diego State University and my husband Chuck owns his own company. We would like to find a Town-home with 3 bedrooms and 3 or 2 1/2 baths, to live in. Is there any available Town-homes to buy or to rent in the city of Seneca, SC? I would appreciate it if you can get us some information please?

Thank you so much. God Bless,

Mimi Belen

Hi I would like information on what are the best Cities to live in NC. The most important thing for me are : 1. a safe neighborhood where I can live without fear with my son and secondly a good public schools for my 2 years old son that need special education for hyperactivity
Have a nice day

Hi from florida. Looking to relocate to the carolinas. We have no clue to what city. We like the beaches but dont have to have it. 2 children a 6 yr and a 3 yr. I own a small commercial transport company and my wife is a nurse. any ideas. not crazy about big city's. thanks

Hi Ellen, My wife and I are from NJ too and are trying to find a place to relocate that has all the benefits that we are used to in NJ but with lower cost of living.
I live in Bergen County….Let's keep in touch and share any info we gather. I'm not sure whether SC or NC at this point.

Hi Bob,

I just found your site and have been reading some of your answers to people's questions. In one post (to Donna 5-24-2011) you indicated that you like many small to medium towns around Charlotte that you like, could you please name a few? I am 50, so I'm not ready for retirement yet and am looking for housing good values, town character, and potential for job growth. I'd also be open to other areas, than Charlotte, you might like to suggest.

Thanks,
Mark

Dear Bob,

I just wanted to say, I just joined your mailing list a week or so ago. I love it! I am moving down to Hilton Head Island in two weeks and I have been finding your newsletter and blog most useful.

Thank you again so much! I look forward to more reading once I get down there and settled for places to live.

Take care,
Michelle

Looking to relocate in mid NC. How is the PineHurst area??? Have to find a place without to much humidity for health reasons. Can you help??? Also, are there any 55+ communities without monthly fees available? Thanks for your help & your info.

My husband may be relocating for a job to Florence, SC. We are from CT and the cost of living here is terribly high! I have 2 children as well; 5 and 4 and really need a great school for them. Kind of scared about what we'll find in Florence. Any insight on this area or advice? Thank you!

~Jen

Hi Bob- My husband and I are looking to relocate to SC. We have fallen in love with the Greenville, SC area but are also looking at Dorchester 2 county for their schools. I have a 5 yr old and a 10 yr old, so schools are very important to us. We want something that has a low crime rate but affordable. Currently we are in CT and as I am sure you are aware, it is VERY expensive. WE ARE TAXED TO DEATH!We were looking to purchase your book, I was wondering if it is updated yearly. We would like something current. Thanks for any info that you can provide to us….
Rachel Cormier

HEllo there Sir, just concerned about the economy and finding employment down in NC, that is my only hold up. Please advise.

Hello! I stumbled across your blog while looking for some information on good places to live in NC. I recently graduated from central michigan university with my teaching degree. Michigan is in such rough shape right now, especially for teaching jobs! I am looking to relocate and I have always noticed that North Carolina is hiring many teachers – Do you know much about the school systems in North Carolina? Do you know much about the benefits ans contracts the state stands by for teachers? Any info would be helpful!

Thank you!
Amy Dewey