Retirement options

I retire in less than 3 years. I'm fortunate to have rental property here in San Jose. I live in one unit and rent out the rest. I have a basement here, which is a rarity in California, and plan to build myself a studio down there and rent out the place I'm in now.

My plan is to rent a furnished apartment somewhere in the world every other 2 months, and then return here to enjoy my cars and family.

I spent a month in Thailand last December and love the people and culture. I'll likely live there for 2 months and return home for two. That will be my winter home. The cost of living is around .12 cents a dollar compared to here.

In the spring, I'll go to western Colorado to dirt bike ride and fish, before returning home in 2 months. I love the American west.

In summer, I'll got somewhere in Europe for 2 months, and then back home.

In Fall, I'm not sure where I'll go yet, but I'' spend 2 months there.

All of these places are significantly cheaper than San Jose, CA. Even figuring in airfare, I'll still save oney from being in CA all year.

I figure I'll grow tired of travelling in about 10 years, but who knows.

My point is that I'll cherry pick the best weather and living conditions around the world while stretching my retirement dollars and make new friends.

Most Americans never leave the US. I get that, but there is a whole world out there with a lot of great people and cultures. I like to think outside the box. Our country is the best, but the Dem's have absolutely destroyed the quality of life in California. It's the homeless capitol of the world, and has been for a number of years.

Best of luck in your Golden Years.