City Guides

California is well known as the land of sunshine, surfing, and movie stars. But that’s just skimming the surface of this huge and wondrous land. If you’re thinking of moving to California, you’ll want to dig a bit deeper. Read on, future Californians, for 14 truly important things you should know about the land, food, and people of the Golden State. At the end, we’ve even thrown in a few tips for making your move to California as smooth as possible.

When you’re busy nailing down your retirement plan details, there’s likely one major consideration at the forefront of a lot of your decisions: your impending fixed income. So it only makes sense that you would want to live out those golden years in a place where you can stretch your budget as far as possible. Hence, we’ve created this list of the most affordable places to retire. 

Looking to snatch up your own slice of paradise along California’s Central Coast by moving to Santa Barbara? Thanks to a temperate Mediterranean climate, relaxed vibes, and coastal and mountain views complete with a selection of local wineries, this place earns its nickname as “The American Riviera." Get a taste of Santa Barbara’s paradise pie with this guide to our five favorite neighborhoods in town.

We’ve made San Francisco living easier with our best San Francisco neighborhoods guide. Find out which SF neighborhood is right for you and your lifestyle.

The pleasant weather, abundant outdoor activities, and irresistible southern charm are just a few perks of living in South Carolina. And, oh, those gorgeous beaches! Who could get tired of those? Needless to say, it’s easy to see why you may be interested in the best places to retire in South Carolina. So, lucky for you, here are details about 20 that make the top of our list.