- Family & friends – How close do you want to be to family members and friends? New Zealand is a small country and most places are only a short flight away. If you’d like to see certain people more regularly, you’ll need to factor in driving distances.
- Cost – Property prices and the general cost of living are important factors. Determine your budgets, and then forecast your likely future sources of income and expenses to narrow down your alternatives.
- Services and infrastructure – What services will you need in your retirement? i.e. health services, social groups, sports clubs, hobbies, seniors clubs etc. Do you have a car or will you use public transport?
- Improved Lifestyle - What do you want less of in life? i.e. crowds, heat / cold, high prices etc.
- Hobbies - What do you want to do more of now that you have the time to undertake pursuits? i.e. travel, hobbies, sport, DIY, gardening etc.
Talking to your local First National real estate agent can help with your research, and is a great way to get things started.
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