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Forget Florida — these 2 states are the new retirement hot spots for low costs and high quality of life

Retirees are flocking to certain states in large numbers. While their motivations aren’t entirely clear, the growing cost of living — especially property taxes — is a likely factor. A Bankrate study, featuring insights from retirement expert David John, a senior policy adviser at AARP, ranked states based on affordability, wellness, health care cost and […]

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Vancouver considers annexation that could make it Washington’s second-largest city

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The City of Vancouver’s population could grow significantly, but the change wouldn’t come without millions of dollars in expenses. During a Vancouver City Council workshop on Monday, Chief Financial Officer Natasha Ramras presented leaders with four different options for annexation — some of which would give Vancouver the title of Washington’s […]