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North Carolina Tax-Friendly State – Find NC Communities

Lower your taxes. Social Security benefits are not taxed at the state level. Best home prices in the country. Low cost of living.
One of the biggest benefits of moving south is lower taxes. If you live in NJ, CT, NY or metro DC, you’re well aware of the burden of paying high property taxes. It’s possible to save thousands of dollars a year by moving to lower-tax states such as Tennessee, Florida, South Carolina and North Carolina. “When people are considering a retirement relocation destination, I think most of them focus too much on income taxes,” says Robert Barbetti, senior manager of JP Morgan Private Bank’s Advice Lab. “I think they should definitely look at the property-tax situation. While many states might exclude some or your entire pension from income taxes, property taxes go on –and often—year after year.” By moving south, you can cut your property tax payment in half or even more! If weather and traffic aren’t motivation enough to move, think about the savings from taxes!

North Carolina Case Study

Let’s say you live in Suffolk County on Long Island. You have lived in your home for 15 years. At the time, you purchased your home with a $225,000, 30-year mortgage for about $1500/mo in principal and interest. Today, you only owe $170,000 and your home is now worth $546,000. And your property taxes are over $7,000 per year and climbing annually. Now you have approximately $376,000 in equity. You could purchase a new home in the South and have money left over! The median home sale value in North Carolina is $217,560 according to USA Today. If you moved here, you could purchase a home with cash and still have almost $165,000 left over. Your taxes could be as low as $1,706 per year while reducing your cost of living. By moving, you could have little or no mortgage and reduce your tax burden. You can escape the brutal winter while drastically improving your quality of life.

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Cullowhee River Club of the Tuckasegee

Cullowhee, North Carolina

A place where adventure meets the arts, Cullowhee River Club is nestled in the mountains of Cullowhee, North Carolina, less than 55 miles west of Asheville, NC. This mountain riverfront community boasts 1.3 miles of river frontage to the Tuckaseegee River, known for its superior fly fishing that makes Jackson County the Trout Capital of NC. Cullowhee is also home to the largest university west of Asheville, Western Carolina University, bringing fine & performing arts, sporting events, and life-long learning opportunities, all within walking distance! Read More...

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Summerhouse on Everett Bay - North Carolina Coastal Community

Holly Ridge, North Carolina

A New Season Has Begun at Summerhouse. Imagine a warm, welcoming home where luxury meets coastal casual and the ocean is just beyond your front door. A community where you can go kayaking on the Intracoastal Waterway in the morning, relax by the resort-style clubhouse pool with friends in the afternoon, and check your crab pots for dinner at sunset! All this with the seaside village of Surf City and Historic Wilmington, NC nearby. Read More...

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Beau Coast

Beaufort, North Carolina

For many, the dream of owning a home at the North Carolina coast has been just that-a dream. Until now. Located in historic Beaufort, NC, Beau Coast offers a relaxed atmosphere with a wide selection of homes to fit every pocketbook and lifestyle. Best of all, each home is located in an amenity-filled neighborhood that makes living in Beau Coast that much more desirable. Read More...

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Scotch Hall Preserve - Pristine North Carolina Coastal Golf Community

Windsor, North Carolina

This remarkable lifestyle community sits majestically on North Carolina's Albemarle Sound. Surrounded by water, ancient Cypress and live Oaks, there is no other place as unspoiled. Featuring an Arnold Palmer Signature golf course, marina, swim pavilion, Scotch Hall Preserve offers waterfront, golf and woodland homesites. Read More...

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TidalWalk - Coastal North Carolina Planned Community

Wilmington, North Carolina

The Wilmington area's premier master planned community; TidalWalk is designed to be the essence of North Carolina coastal living. Everything about TidalWalk makes it a community of neighborhoods that encourages residents to spend time with each other and to take pleasure in the quiet joys of life near the Atlantic Ocean. Read More...

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Carolina Arbors by Del Webb

Durham, North Carolina

Everything is within reach at Carolina Arbors, located in the Brier Creek area of Durham, North Carolina. Specially designed for active adults 55+, our clubs and classes are formed for residents and by residents with the help of an onsite Lifestyle Director. It's easy to see why neighbors quickly become friends here and you'll find everything you need with 11 inspired home designs from the upper $200s to $500s and 1,109 - 3,818 square feet. Read More...

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Grand Highlands at Bearwallow Mountain - NC Mountain Communities

Hendersonville, North Carolina

Unparalleled panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and pristine forests. This award winning mountain top community is removed without being remote. It is minutes from the conveniences of Hendersonville, NC and the Asheville Airport. Ideal altitude from 3,200 to 3,800 feet to enjoy cool summers without the harsh winters. Read More...

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The Walk at East Village

Clayton, North Carolina

Walk to downtown Clayton from The Walk at East Village. The Walk at East Village is a 300-home 55+ age-qualified community designed for active living and engaging with friends. If you're looking for the Mayberry feel with safe walking streets day and night, friendly neighbors, an active downtown, and access to city-level cultural offerings around the corner, you can't beat what The Walk at East Village offers Read More...

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Albemarle Plantation - North Carolina Gated Communities

Hertford , North Carolina

On the North Carolina's Inner Banks is a golf and marina community with a lifestyle like no other! Perched between historic Edenton and Elizabeth City, NC, it's an easy drive to any major city along the coast going north or south. With easy access to Tidewater Virginia and the Outer Banks of North Carolina, you will experience small town charm and big city culture at its finest. Read More...

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St. James Plantation - NC Gated Community

Southport, North Carolina

With its private oceanfront beach club, 81 holes of signature golf and Intracoastal Waterway marina, St. James Plantation personifies the relaxed coastal Carolina lifestyle. Read More...

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Carolina Colours - North Carolina Gated Communities

New Bern, North Carolina

Carolina Colours brings to life the very best of small Carolina towns-past, present and future. A mere 30 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean, the waters of the Trent and Neuse Rivers converge to surround the vibrant waterfront town of New Bern, NC. Community amenities include the 25+-acre Carolina Lake, a Harris Teeter grocery, parks, trails and sidewalks, an Activity Campus with golf, fitness, tennis, swimming, pickleball and-for those quiet moments-rocking chairs Read More...

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The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach - North Carolina Retirement Community

Ocean Isle Beach, North Carolina

The Retreat at Ocean Isle Beach is a special community just 1 mile away from the beautiful sand and waves of Ocean Isle Beach. Residents at The Retreat are positioned uniquely within walking distance to the local grocery store, incredible restaurants and quaint shops that make Ocean Isle Beach so desirable. The colorful homes and lush landscape pay homage to the bold and bright colors you'll find lining the oceanfront streets just across the causeway. Read More...

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