Why You Shouldn't Retire to Florida, Top AARP Travel Deals, Most Common Medicare Questions

12 Most Frequently-Asked Medicare Questions | 10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida | AARP Travel Deals and Tips for Your Next Vacation Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( June 20, 2024 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( [Retirement Tips]( [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [WEBSITE]( [] Navigating Medicare [] [12 Most Frequently-Asked Medicare Questions]( [12 Most Frequently-Asked Medicare Questions]( (GETTY IMAGES) The year 2024 will be record-breaking for retirement. In 2024, 11,200 Americans are expected to celebrate their 65th birthday every day until December. When you turn 65, you have to [master a new health care system](. We're here to help. [] Quality of Life [] [10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida]( [10 Reasons You Don't Want to Retire in Florida]( (GETTY IMAGES) Stay a few days -- or, better, a few weeks -- and, as the realities of Florida living sink in, you might not like what you see. 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