I'm 66 and have roommates. It helps me make extra money and pay off my home.

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Darlene McCord-Ochoa helps pay her mortgage by renting out rooms in her home.

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I moved 3 hours away from where I grew up in Miami. After 15 years, I still love living within driving distance of home.

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Though Miami hasn't been my official home for over a decade, I plan to continue going back for visits.

Ashley Archambault

I moved from West Virginia to Miami years ago. There are 3 things I love about living in South Florida — but one thing I miss.

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Living in Miami, Florida, is wonderful, but I still miss home sometimes.

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An empty lot next to Jeff Bezos sold for $105 million

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Jeff Bezos and Indian Creek
Jeff Bezos has reportedly purchased a waterfront mansion in Indian Creek, an artificial barrier island in Miami.

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I've lived in Florida for over 25 years. These are the 6 tourist hot spots worth visiting and the 2 you can skip.

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In my opinion, the panhandle beaches are popular Florida tourist spots worth visiting.

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I moved from Spain to Florida 21 years ago. My first marriage fell apart, but I met the love of my life.

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The author moved from Spain to Florida 21 years ago.

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The hottest amenity in ultra-luxury buildings isn't the spa — it's a private restaurant downstairs

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Resident-only restaurants are increasing in popularity.

Tara Berner & Partners

Palm Beach is buzzing with Wall Street energy this winter. Here's our insider guide to the hotspots.

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Mary Lou's Palm Beach opened in 2025 to much local fanfare.

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I've been to all 50 states. Here are the 10 best ones to visit during the winter.

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At the top of Corbet’s Cabin in Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Katherine Parker-Magyar

Retirees are moving to this quiet North Carolina beach town to avoid Florida's heat, costs, and crowds

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A row of homes and palm trees in North Carolina.
Retirees are choosing southern North Carolina instead of Florida.

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