Retire There with Gil & Gene

Are you looking for a less congested town with year-round warmth and wonderful restaurants? Look no further than Stuart, Florida, known as “The Sailfish Capital of the World.” Our guest, Diane Gusch was not seeking to retire in Florida, but once she found the quaint town of Stuart, she couldn’t think of living anywhere else.This, the 25th episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene, was released on March 27, 2021, their 25th wedding anniversary! Do you believe in destiny? Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Steve and Paulette Tuggle liked the idea of retiring in Latin America, but they weren't sure where. They decided to use the “try it, if you don’t absolutely love it, move on'' technique. Consequently, during a 5 year span, they lived in Honduras, Panama and Ecuador, before falling in love with Colombia. The Tuggles believe retiring comfortably on social security is possible if you retire outside of the USA. Find out more about the Tuggle’s journey to Medellin, Colombia, on episode 24 of Retire There with Gilen and Gene.To read Steve’s article about retiring in Medellin, visit: Retired in Medellin, Colombia https://medium.com/@stevetug52/retired-in-medellin-colombia-c1479a583111For Steve’s website, Retire Outside the USA, go to: https://retireoutsideusa.com/Check out Grace Church, the English speaking Christian church, in Medellin: https://gracechurchmedellin.com/These are some of Steve’s YouTube videos:Will the Trend to Retire Outside North America Continue https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_07MylF7ScI&ab_channel=RetireInMedellinColombiaRetire Outside USA for Personal Safety https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e3OyX3ogPjA&ab_channel=RetireInMedellinColombiaHealthcare in Medellin Columbia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0bo56b9Q6mQ&ab_channel=RetireInMedellinColombiaSupport the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sarasota, Florida was named the best place to retire in 2021 by US News & World Report https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/news-and-profiles/2021/01/u-s-news-names-sarasota-best-place-to-retire and Sarasota’s Siesta Key Beach was named the best beach in America in 2020 by TripAdvisor https://www.visitsarasota.com/article/siesta-key-beach-fan-favorite. Lisa van Sand and Everett Harlow agree! Although the couple relocated to Sarasota to be closer to family, they soon discovered why the area receives so many accolades.Everett builds custom guitars. His company is called Eth3 Guitars. To learn more about Everett’s guitars, go to https://m.facebook.com/ETH3Guitars/. To find out about Everett’s work managing properties for Key Concierge, go to https://keyconcierge.com/services-view/everett-harlow/. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you like to live in a walkable small town with a variety of restaurants, antique shops and art galleries? Lambertville, New Jersey has all that, plus it’s a hop and a skip to New Hope, Pennsylvania, another small town with more restaurants, antique shops and art galleries. In addition to being in the midst of amenities, Lambertville is just steps from nature. On days when you are looking for more action, Lambertville is about a 50 minute drive to Philadelphia, 90 minutes to New York City, 30 minutes to Princeton, NJ, an hour to the Belmar, NJ beaches and an hour and a half from skiing at Blue Mountain Resort. On episode 22 of Retire There with Gil and Gene, learn what drew Kathy and Matt KcEntee to Lambertville!Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rob and Jeni Evans happily retired early but faced a dilemma - their jobs did not pay for health insurance after retirement and they were too young to qualify for Medicare. Health insurance would have cost the couple $24,000 per year. As a solution, they decided to rid their 30+ years of possessions and move to another country. They whittled down everything they owned to 10 suitcases and relocated to Costa Rica. The Evanses analogize Costa Rica to Disneyland and they have no regrets! Rob contends there are three stages of retirement: (1) Go-Go, when you’re in your 60s; Slow-Go is the 70s; and No-Go? You guessed it, you’re now in your 80s and beyond. Something tells us the Evans will never slow down! On episode 21 of Retire There with Gil and Gene, Rob and Jeni share everything you would want to know and more from their exciting journey to Costa Rica! Read about Rob as The Bus Ninja of Costa Rica in this 2017 article: The Bus Ninja of Costa Rica - Costa Rica Star NewsRob’s popular Costa Rica by Bus Facebook page is available at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/CostaRicaByBus/Rob has written a number of articles on retiring in Costa Rica, including Our Costa Rica Cost of Living. https://retireforlessincostarica.com/our-costa-rica-cost-of-living-by-rob-evans/For residency information, contact ARCR at http://www.arcr.net/ and Outlier Legal Services at https://outlierlegal.com/ Recommended Reading by Jeni:Happier Than A Billionaire: Quitting My Job, Moving to Costa Rica and Living the Zero Hour Work Week by Nadine Hays Pisani. She tells wonderfully hilarious stories about moving to Costa Rica. She has also written sequels, some with practical information worth exploring. https://www.amazon.com/Happier-Than-Billionaire-Quitting-Moving/dp/1463536100/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=happier+than+a+billionaire&qid=1614458569&s=books&sr=1-1 Costa Rica Chica: Retiring Early, Simplifying my Life, & Realizing that Less is Best by Jen Beck Seymour. Seymour documents how they chose to move to CR, how they adapted, and what they learned about living there. Jeni noted, “One thing we only touched on in our (podcast Retire There with Gil and Gene) conversation that she covers in this book is what to do about all those photos you have. She also has a cookbook that covers food shopping and adapting her recipes to what is readily available.” https://www.amazon.com/Costa-Rica-Chica-simplifying-realizing/dp/1502771012/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=costa+rica+chica&qid=1614458613&s=books&sr=1-2 Costa Rica Curious: Redefining the American Dream by Greg Seymour https://www.amazon.com/Costa-Rica-Curious-Redefining-American/dp/1539355357/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=costa+rica+curious&qid=16144583Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Larry and Margaret Waage became empty nesters in the Fall of 2017. Living in Southington, Connecticut, they wanted to move somewhere with warmer weather, a lower cost of living, including lower taxes and a short distance from a city with suitable employment opportunities before their retirement. After researching various venues, they narrowed in on a select few. When Margaret set her eyes on Marietta, Georgia’s iconic fountain on Marietta Square, the decision was made! Soon after, the Waage’s relocated to Marietta. Find out more about Marietta, on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.For more about Margaret’s photography, visit: https://margaretwaage.com/home.html. To learn more about the Marietta Square Fountain, check out: https://www.ajc.com/news/local/marietta-square-fountain-everything-you-ever-wanted-know-and-more/FIYXJR4MA5zWCrcZ3OOZ5J/. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Can you afford a beautiful waterfront home with a pool? Rob Teichman and Roy Bickford sought to retire comfortably in such a place. They landed in Chelem, Mexico, a small fishing village on a barrier Island on the Gulf of Mexico. Although they reside in a small village, the larger town of Progreso is a mere 6 miles away and the vibrant city of Merida is only 32 miles away. Rob and Roy purchased a large home and turned it into a beautiful bed and breakfast. On this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene, find out how you may retire in a home with stunning waterfront views without being a multi-millionaire.Since the airing of the episode, Rob and Roy have moved to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Their new home contains three guest rooms. The guest rooms are rented out as Bears En La Playa Puerto Vallarta. The property contains a heated infinity pool and expansive views of Puerto Vallarta from every room. Information about the guest rooms may be found at https://bearsenlaplaya.com/. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After working in Washington, DC, for the federal government for 30 years, Herb Walker decided to retire elsewhere. He wanted a place with a small town feel, near a city, and within a several hours drive to his mother in DC. Although he had hesitations about moving to the South, Herb ended up landing on the border of Cary and Apex, North Carolina. After arriving, Herb soon learned that his new neighborhood offered friendly people, plenty of outdoor activities, and affordable housing. He should have known better, as CARY is known as the Containment Area for Relocated Yankees, and the Apex town motto is The Peak of Good Living. With Herb’s vibrant personality, one would be surprised that he worried whether he would make friends in this new town. On this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene, listen to Herb as he takes us through his thoughtful, inspirational, and unconventional decision to move to Cary-Apex, North Carolina. For prospective retirees, Herb recommends reading - in advance - How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free: Retirement Wisdom That You Won't Get from Your Financial Advisor, by Ernie J. Zelinsky, which offers inspirational advice on how to enjoy life to its fullest.Our favorite Herb-quote is “Life begins at 50, so when you are 60, you’re 10 years old!” Whatever you were doing at 10 is what you should be doing now! Lesson learned? Many, but one of the most memorable that Herb notes is don’t retire and relocate simultaneously, those are two very distinct actions - when taken together can be overwhelming. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you ever fantasized about living in a quaint little town like Mayberry from The Andy Griffith Show? Mount Airy, North Carolina, is the birthplace of Andy Griffith and the place he, purportedly, modeled Mayberry after. These days, Mount Airy celebrates the fictionalized city with an annual weekend celebration called “Mayberry Days,” a barber shop named Floyd’s, a 2,500 square foot Andy Griffith museum and Griffith’s real childhood home. It wasn’t the memories of Mayberry which made Mark and Kathleen Sternberg retire to Mount Airy, but they fell in love with its small town charm and friendly residents. Find out more about the Sternbergs’ road to Mount Airy on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.Mark is a master carpenter. See videos of the router mill machine he created and some of his handy work at https://www.youtube.com/c/routermillwoodworks/videos. Kathleen is a tour guide at Mayberry Spirits in Mount Airy. To book a tour, which includes a whisky tasting, go to https://www.mayberryspirits.com/visit-us/. For the real Mayberry deal, visit https://youtu.be/JcxQGEoBSqk.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How long does one need to sense a true feel for Paris? For some, a week will suffice, for others perhaps a month, yet there are those who spend 3 months in the city of love and beauty and yearn for more! Mike Duffy was so drawn to Paris, he upped and sold (almost) everything and retired there! That move was over five years ago and Mike’s still finding new reasons to love the city. Also, Mike spends some of his time volunteering for the American Library in Paris. He writes “Library Culture Picks” -- where he reviews Paris art exhibitions for the Library’s website. See one of Mike’s reviews: https://americanlibraryinparis.org/library-culture-picks-june-2019/. Listen to Mike’s exciting journey on episode 16 of Retire There with Gil and Gene. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Anita White aimed to retire to a low density population town with sufficient amenities. She didn’t want to be in the sticks nor a big city, but rather, somewhere in between. Armed with a detailed spreadsheet and the determination to investigate locations, she started her search. After visiting numerous venues, she landed in Greeneville, Tennessee. Find out more about Anita’s fascinating journey on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 1985, Ron and Shelley Sommer were all set to relocate to Israel with their young daughter. Two weeks before their scheduled fight, a family issue cropped up causing them to cancel the big move. Ron and Shelley were still determined to make the move, but it took them another 28-years until they did so. Find out about the Sommer’s retirement journey to Karmiel, Israel on the first international episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.To learn more about moving to Israel, visit Nefesh B’Nefesh at https://www.nbn.org.il/. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Happy 2021! We did it! We created a podcast and actually launched it. A big feat! Looking back, it’s a good thing we plowed ahead. There is still much more to do. But we learned a ton and want to share those lessons with you on this episode. The lessons include:What we learned from our guests;What we learned about podcasting: and What we learned about ourselves.We hope you enjoy the episode as much as we enjoyed creating it!Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2019, TripAdvisor named a beach in Clearwater, Florida as the #1 Beach in the United States. With its white sand beaches, relatively affordable housing prices, and proximity to St. Petersburg and Tampa Bay, it is no wonder Clearwater is on the CBS News’ list of “Ten Best Places to Retire.” However, the gulf coast town is not for everyone. On this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene, find out why retiree Craig Lang and his wife have fallen out of love with Clearwater.Since the release of this podcast episode, Craig Lang has published his autobiography. It is titled Orphan Octobers: Beatings, Bars, and Baseball.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eleven year old children fantasize about many things, retirement is not one of them. Do children even know the definition of retirement? At 11, Aida Euges was different from other kids. Not only did Aida know what retirement meant, she knew where she would retire. During a trip to Cape May, the southernmost town in New Jersey, the youngster was blown away by the beautiful beaches and colorful victorian homes. So taken by the town, Aida declared, “Someday I will have a house here!” She now owns a home in Cape May and plans to retire there. Hear about Aida’s road to Cape May on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wayne and Laurie Murphy began retirement on the road. They sold their Orlando home along with most of their belongings, and purchased an Airstream trailer! A few days after the home closing, they took off for an adventure across the country. They spent 18 months on the road and didn’t allow the pandemic to spoil their dream vacation. When Covid-19 threw them a curve, they pivoted and found alternative enjoyment. After RVing for over a year, most would settle down for a while, not the Murphys. They purchased property in Blue Ridge, Georgia and will soon begin building their dream log cabin home. Blue Ridge is an artsy town with beautiful surroundings in northern Georgia. Listen to the Murphy’s story on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you buy a home sight unseen? It’s exactly what Patricia and Ray almost did (!!) when they sold their home in Long Island, New York and relocated to Hilton Head, South Carolina. Hear about their adventurous move on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene! Check out Ray’s musical talents, The Ray Adams Band, at the group’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/rayadamsband/.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When you think of Manhattan you may picture the lights of Broadway, the beauty of Central Park or the hustle and bustle of Midtown. You probably don’t think of the people who live there. Yes, many people call Manhattan their home. Some even move to Manhattan to retire. Lou and Barbara Grumet did just that and couldn’t be any happier. Listen to their story on this episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene!Louis Grumet has co-authored two books with John M. Caher. This Land is MY Land: An Insider's Account of the 1974 Mohawk Attempt to Reclaim New York State was published in 2021 and The Curious Case of Kiryas Joel: The Rise of a Village Theocracy and the Battle to Defend the Separation of Church and State was published in 2016.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Up until it was time to retire, Hazel and her husband had spent their entire lives in Hawaii. Some couples spend months, and even years, deciding where to retire. This couple considered only one place: Las Vegas. So many Hawaiians have moved to Las Vegas since the 1970s, it has earned the name “Hawaii’s 9th island.” For Hazel and her husband, Las Vegas offered a much lower cost of living, less humidity, and Hawaiian creature comforts such as restaurants and entertainment. Were these amenities enough to quell Hazel’s desire to participate in the raising of the grandchildren she left in Hawaii? Find out on the next episode of Retire There with Gil and Gene!Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Andy and Maureen Kugler were searching for a mellow place to retire, with low taxes, little traffic and chaos, nearby beaches and drivable distances to their sons in Maryland and Virginia. They landed in Millsboro, a small town in southern Delaware located in between the beach people and the farm people. Soon after arriving in Millsboro, the Kuglers realized the beaches were not the only sources of enjoyment, but there was so much more. They quickly took to the parks for hiking and sightseeing, and Indian River Bay for fishing, swimming and boating. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sedona, Arizona is known as a wonderful vacation destination, whether you go hiking among the glorious red rocks, visit the art galleries or take in a movie at the Sedona International Film Festival. Imagine retiring there! Sedona was featured in the March/April 2020 issue of Where to Retire Magazine as one of the “8 Cities for Hikers and Walkers.” A photograph of Sedona is used as the cover of the issue. https://visitsedona.com/blog/sedona-featured-on-cover-of-where-to-retire-magazine/#:~:text=Sedona%2C%20AZ%2C%20has%20been%20selected,people%20with%20retirement%20relocation%20decisions. Bob and Irene Peake left suburban Long Island, New York for the alluring climate of Sedona, Arizona and have no regrets. Bob discusses both the beauty of the scenery and the people of SedonaSupport the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would you like to retire to a place which is a little bit country and a little bit city? Lancaster, Pennsylvania has the best of both worlds. In October of 2020, Lancaster was ranked the 4th best place to retire by U.S. News and World Report. https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-retire Jeanne and Ed Neff were lured to Lancaster by a 55-and-over life plan community named Willow Valley Communities. They immediately fell in love with Willow Valley, but also soon discovered the vitality of the city of Lancaster. They appreciate the impact the Amish have had on the area and admire the city’s welcoming of refugees since the 1970s. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For a small city, Richmond, Virginia has a surprising array of artistic, musical, literary and historical places. Our guest, Ed Bruno, spent most of his life in Brooklyn and Staten Island, New York. He discusses the experience he and his wife shared retiring to Glen Allen, Virginia. He discusses everything from the abundance of cultural classes available for retirees at the University of Richmond to the difference between New York and Virginia Pizza.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Does your dream city have sandy beaches with stunning sunsets and a downtown with shops and restaurants rivaling Rodeo Drive? Marcela Katz Armoza, a college administrator, and Peter Guggenheim, a long-haul truck driver, went from living in the swamps of New Jersey to retiring in the swamps of Naples, Florida. In October of 2020, Naples was ranked the 4th best place to retire by U.S. News and World Report. https://realestate.usnews.com/places/rankings/best-places-to-retire Although they are retired from their past careers, they spend quite a bit of time buying, fixing and selling real estate. They will discuss everything from the beauty of Naples to one of the city’s great pastimes, pickleball. Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you dreamed of retiring in a place with a vibrant art scene, a temperate climate and an eclectic population? Join us as we have a conversation with Elsie and Sean, a couple who, after spending many years living and working in Washington State, spent a year living in Paris and then moved to Santa Fe, New Mexico for retirement. They discuss everything from living in a city of many artists to the weather at 7,000 feet above sea level to one of Santa Fe’s signature dishes, the green chile cheeseburger.Support the Show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.