My wife and I relocated from a single family home to a single level condo within CT. Our checklist for this move was the same- ability to walk to restaurants, trails and entertainment, along with access to good healthcare. We wanted a development that was relatively new so there would be no big assessment surprises. Our decision was also based on our wanting to live in the same area as our old residence so we could keep our old friends and be near our family. Our decision was a home run! We have made new friends and developed volunteer passions. Yes, taxes are higher but we planned for that in our budget. I think a couple needs to have the same goals in order to make this transition a success.
Like many of your other readers, I am in a state of shock with your cancer diagnosis. I am a loyal fan from back in your NY Times days; that's when you got me hooked. I look forward to your 2x a week newsletter. Yes, it's focused on finances but it is so much more. I marvel about how you bring your cohorts into the life experience, Jonathan.
As I mediate each day, it ends with affirmations of peace to the world and good health to people that I know who need it. I now include you in my thoughts.
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My wife and I relocated from a single family home to a single level condo within CT. Our checklist for this move was the same- ability to walk to restaurants, trails and entertainment, along with access to good healthcare. We wanted a development that was relatively new so there would be no big assessment surprises. Our decision was also based on our wanting to live in the same area as our old residence so we could keep our old friends and be near our family. Our decision was a home run! We have made new friends and developed volunteer passions. Yes, taxes are higher but we planned for that in our budget. I think a couple needs to have the same goals in order to make this transition a success.
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Like many of your other readers, I am in a state of shock with your cancer diagnosis. I am a loyal fan from back in your NY Times days; that's when you got me hooked. I look forward to your 2x a week newsletter. Yes, it's focused on finances but it is so much more. I marvel about how you bring your cohorts into the life experience, Jonathan. As I mediate each day, it ends with affirmations of peace to the world and good health to people that I know who need it. I now include you in my thoughts.
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