THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – FRiDAy, MARCH 6, 2026 Page 15 Say nr Sa a y Senior Seni by Jim Miller Tools to Help You Find the Perfect Place to Retire Dear Savvy Senior, What resources can you recommend for researching good places to retire in the U.S.? My husband and I are interested in relocating to a warmer climate when we retire next year. Looking to Relocate Dear Looking, It’s exciting to think about relocating in retirement! Whether you’re considering seasonal escapes or a permanent change, there are a wide variety of digital resources that can help you fi nd and research new locations. Here are some tips and tools to help you get started. Where to Retire? Deciding where to relocate when you retire is a big decision. There are many factors to think about to ensure the move supports your lifestyle, fi nancial goals, and overall well-being. To help you identify some good retirement locations you need to consider things like cost of living, climate, taxes, health care, housing, crime, access to social and recreational activities, access to transportation and proximity to family and friends. If you’re at the beginning of your search, a good starting point is BestPlaces.net. This site compiles demographic data from numerous reliable sources, updates it regularly and lets you easily compare cities using diff erent criteria, such as housing cost, climate, crime, religious practice, voting patterns and education level. They even off er a 10-question “Where is the best place for me to live?” quiz, which may suggest some locations you may never have thought of. There are also news and fi - nancial publications like U.S. News & World Report, Forbes, WalletHub, Bankrate and The Motley Fool that publish “best places to retire” ranking lists on their websites each year. These can give you an idea of popular retirement locations based on diff erent sets of criteria. Once you identify a few good spots, here are some additional resources that can help you dig a little deeper. Cost of living: Aff ordability is often the No. 1 factor when deciding where to relocate. To research and compare the cost of living from your current location to where you would like to move, use the previously mentioned BestPlaces.net, the Economic Policy Institute Family Budget Calculator at EPI.org/ resources/budget and/or Bankrate’s cost of living calculator at Bankrate.com/real-estate/ cost-of-living-calculator. And, because housing is a big expense, you can take a deeper dive into these costs at Zillow. com and Realtor.com. Taxes: Some states are more tax friendly than others. To investigate how states treat retirees when it comes to income, sales, property and other taxes, see Kiplinger tax guide at Kiplinger.com – search “Taxes on Retirees: A State-by-State Guide.” Crime rate: To evaluate how safe a community or area is, the FBI Crime Data Explorer (cde.ucr. cjis.gov) allows you to explore crime statistics at the national, state, and local levels. Climate: You can fi nd U.S. climate/weather information at National Centers for Environmental Information at NCEI. noaa.gov. And to research climate change factors and the risks of extreme temperatures, wildfi res, fl oods, hurricanes, severe storms, earthquakes and drought in diff erent locations, use ClimateCheck.com and FEMA (Hazards.fema.gov/nri/ map). Health care: If you’re enrolled or planning to enroll in original Medicare, check the coverage and availability of providers in your new location. Search by ZIP code for health care providers and facilities at Medicare. gov/care-compare, and check star ratings for quality of care. If you’re enrolled in a Medicare Advantage plan and you move out of the coverage area, you’ll need to fi nd a new plan in your new area. Transportation: If you plan to travel much, or expect frequent visits from your kids or grandkids, convenient access to an airport or train station is a big advantage. Once you have narrowed down your choices, spend a couple weeks in each location at diff erent times of the year so you can get a feel for the seasonal weather changes, and so you can carefully weigh the pros and cons of living there. You may fi nd that you like the area more as a vacation spot than as a year-round residence. It’s also a good idea to rent for a year before buying a home or making a commitment to a retirement community. Send your questions or comments to questions@savvysenior.org, or to Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman, OK 73070. nior ior OBITUARY Thomas J. Green L ongtime E v er ett resident and public servant passed away peacefully in the company of his son on February 26, 2026 after battling Alzheimer’s Disease for several years. He is survived by his son, Thomas and his wife Patricia of Westford as well as his brothers Rich and Joe Green of Everett. His three grandchildren are Amy Green of Peabody, Tommy and Sarah Green, both of Westford. He is also survived by many great grandchildren as well as a wealth of cousins, aunts, nieces and nephews and a great number of friends. Pre-deceasing Tom were his parents, Tom and Mary Green of Everett as well as his fi rst two wives, Patricia (Simard) Green and Phyllis (Traniello) Green – both of Everett as well as a long list of extended family members. Tom lived an amazing life characterized by his large personality. He attended Everett High School in 1953 and immediately joined the Army becoming a paratrooper during the Korean War confl ict. After serving in the military, he became a professional baseball play in the Cleveland Indians farm system and then he returned to Everett where he started a family and joined the Everett Fire Department where he served for 25 years as both a private and a lieutenant. He coached youth basketball for the Immaculate Conception parish in Everett for years and he started and ran two businesses based out of Everett employing many. His life was full of life, fun, family, and commitment to excellence. Visitation was held on Wednesday was held on March 4, at Salvatore Rocco & Sons Funeral Home, Everett. In lieu of fl owers please donate to the Alzheimer’s Foundation at Alzheimer’s Association | Alzheimer’s Disease & Dementia Help Jean N. Soulouque O f Ever - ett, MA. Passed away p ea c e f ul - ly on February 21, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. He was 65 years old. B orn on May 28, 1960, in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, Jean was a devoted husband, father, and man of deep faith. He shared 36 loving years of marriage with his beloved wife, Marie Soulouque. Together they raised three children: Jonathan, Jephte, and Sophonie. Jean dedicated 35 years of service to Anthony’s of Malden, where he was known for his reliability, strong work ethic, and warm, friendly spirit. He was always will~ Home of the Week ~ CHELSEA - GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE 7 CORNER UNITS ALL 2 BEDROOMS, 2 FULL BATHROOMS, WITH LAUNDRY IN UNIT AND ALL WITH A DEEDED PARKING SPACE. LOCATED AT MILLCREEK CONDOMINIUMS DIRECTLY ON THE SILVER LINE JUST MINUTES TO BOSTON AND LOGAN AIRPORT. Each unit features kitchens with granite counters, laundry in unit, balconies, and a separate storage area. This complex offers on site management, an outdoor heated inground pool (in season) fitness center with saunas and locker rooms and club room, visitor parking and much more. 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