10 Great Reasons To Retire in Muskegon
1. Living costs 42% lower than Chicago.
2. 6th lowest retirement tax bite in the U.S.
3. Clean, accessible and award winning sugar-sand beaches.
4. Never more than a few hours away from family, friends and big-city amenities.
5. Renaissance zone tax breaks that eliminate virtually all state and local taxes.
6. Enjoy all four seasons - without worries about extreme catastrophic conditions.
7. World-class freshwater sailing, fishing - affordable and right outside your door.
8. Affordable luxury condo living (even on the water). A lifestyle only for the rich in big cities like Chicago.
9. No traffic jams or long commutes.
10. Clean community with full public services and excellent healthcare facilities.
Things to Consider
"Accepted wisdom: Tax-averse retirees should move to Florida or Nevada, which have no state income or estate taxes. But what if you don't worship the sun or relish a long-distance move? In recent years other states, too, have been lavishing tax goodies on retirees, including affluent ones. With a little research you might discover your own retirement tax haven is close to home." (Forbes.com)

