Rising Storms and Insurance Rates Drive Retirees Away from Florida
Florida retirees are leaving due to worsening storms, declining real estate values, and soaring insurance rates. Many are returning to more temperate, lower-cost states like Iowa and New Hampshire. This reverse climate migration signals a shift away from previously popular destinations like Florida and Arizona, as retirees seek safer environments with fewer climate-related risks.
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