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Holidays in Columbia

With the leaves now starting to change colors and fall off the trees, Columbia turns its attention to the fast approaching holiday season. The celebratory spirit runs through town and is personified both in special holiday events and a cheerful winter atmosphere. Each year, Columbia plays host to a few traditional holiday events. The season kicks off on the first Friday of December with the Living Windows Festival, when shopkeepers clear out their front windows to make way for live performers.

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Boomers are Moving - The SRES Designation Sets Realtors Apart

With the SRES designation addressing the fastest growing market segment in real estate, Boomer Authority™ Association and SRES have launched the first “Value-Added SRES Designation Program” for real estate professionals serving the 50+ demographic.Why are 50-plus clients moving? To be closer to grandchildren. To start that vineyard they’ve always dreamed of. To address health concerns. The list goes on and on. Can you speak to the unique motivation they have? Do you know how to counsel your client on their options? This is the kind of distinction that can set you apart.

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States with No Sales Tax

It seems all costs are getting higher these days. For retirement, be sure to think about the States with No Sales Tax. California is the highest, contributing to why the most people have left California over the past year. Click on the title to read full article and list of states.

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States with No Personal Income Tax

When you are thinking about the best places, towns, states and cities to retire you will want to know the Personal Income Tax Laws. Although many retirees are primarily concerned about the personal income taxes which may be imposed at the State level, it is also important to consider the property tax burdens and sale taxes which you may encounter in moving to a new retirement location.

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America’s Best Affordable Places to Retire According to U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report magazine conducted an exhaustive analysis and compiled a list of the ten cities that it deemed “America’s Best Affordable Places to Retire.”  Best Boomer Towns covers two of the ten in depth on this site, Asheville, NC and Tucson, AZ. Each town page includes overview, facts, stats, live news and weather feeds, and video.

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Volunteer,  Opportunities, Classes & Events in Tucson

If you are thinking about retirement in Tucson, or any town, plan to conduct some research. Here is list and a good website that lists the volunteer opportunities, classes and events in town. Volunteering gives you wonderful opportunities to meet new people, ask questions about the area, find a favorite local restaurant or golf course!

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Austin Off Leash!

Everything is big in Texas including 12 off leash areas for you to enjoy with your furry best pal. When not in these specified areas, the Austin leash ordinance requires dogs to be on a leash no longer than 6 feet on all City land. Maximum fine: $500 Scoop the Poop: Dogs for the Environment reminds you to pick up after your pets. It helps keep parks clean and improves water quality in Austin’s creeks. There are Mutt Mitt boxes filled with plastic bags for picking up and disposing of pet waste in many locations throughout the City for your convenience.

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Tucson Off Leash Dog Parks

Tucson area has many off leash dog parks. This place is a very dog friendly city!

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Prescott Area Dog Parks

Prescott area has three wonderful Dog Parks, for your best friend to run, jump and bark!  And Save this date!
Sunday, October 3rd 2010 - 4th Annual Prescott Dogtoberfest & Adopt-a-thon

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Summer Fun in Camarillo!

Events in May, June, July and August make Camarillo a fun place to be!  May 19: “Tales at the Ranch” Program, learn about the history and sounds of Mariachi music at the Camarillo Ranch House, 201 Camarillo Ranch Rd., 7 P.M. Program led by Hueneme H.S. teacher Kyle Norwood & his Mariachi students.

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More Blog Posts

Holidays in Columbia

Boomers are Moving - The SRES Designation Sets Realtors Apart

States with No Sales Tax

States with No Personal Income Tax

America’s Best Affordable Places to Retire According to U.S. News & World Report

Volunteer,  Opportunities, Classes & Events in Tucson

Austin Off Leash!

Tucson Off Leash Dog Parks

Prescott Area Dog Parks

Summer Fun in Camarillo!