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Two-State Tango: Is the Sunbird Lifestyle Right for Your Retirement?
Dreaming of splitting your year between two beautiful states and chasing year-round sun? In this week’s episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael Van Pelt pressure-tests the “sunbird” lifestyle of enjoying Colorado’s alpine summers and Arizona’s sunny winters. You’ll learn how 183-day residency rules, 2025 tax changes, and dual-state healthcare planning can make or break your budget; why altitude adaptation and heat acclimation matter for healthspan; and how one client used strategic renting and short-term stays to cut living costs by 30 percent. Rachael also unpacks the psychology of place attachment, family dynamics, and purpose, then hands you her five-point green-light checklist and a free Longevity Lifestyle Assessment tool so you can crunch the numbers, protect your health, and decide if two zip codes are really worth the hype. Hit play, subscribe, and share with anyone working to create their best Next Act.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Sunbird Lifestyle
03:13 Which State Will You Make Your Primary Residence?
05:00 How Well Will Your Body Handle the Physical Stress?
07:04 Will Your Healthcare Plan Support a Sunbird Lifestyle?
08:22 Will Your Retirement Plan Support a Sunbird Lifestyle?
10:42 Emotional and Social Aspects of Sunbird Living
11:40 Family Dynamics and Sunbird Lifestyle
13:46 Test-run a Sunbird Lifestyle Before You Commit
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Lifestyle Longevity Assessment: https://bit.ly/3Ajb46K
Connect with Rachael: https://calendly.com/rachael-vanpelt/discovery
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Rachael Van Pelt, PhD, is a healthspan scientist, coach, Realtor, and investor dedicated to helping pre-retirees design a lifestyle that supports health, wealth, and happiness for the long haul. With a unique blend of expertise in longevity research, lifestyle coaching, and real estate, Rachael specializes in guiding clients toward their ideal next chapter—whether it’s downsizing, embracing a sunbird lifestyle, or simply optimizing the home they love. Through her innovative approach, Rachael empowers her clients to choose the path that enhances their health and longevity, ensuring that their retirement years are as vibrant, fulfilling, and financially secure as possible.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: We do not accept liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your research.
inPlace Professionals, LLC.
2024 All rights reserved.
Broker eXp Realty, LLC
Copyright Notice: This podcast and our YouTube video contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Rachael Van Pelt. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to our YouTube channel is provided. @drrachaelvanpelt
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By Rachael Van PeltDreaming of splitting your year between two beautiful states and chasing year-round sun? In this week’s episode of Next Act Ninjas, Rachael Van Pelt pressure-tests the “sunbird” lifestyle of enjoying Colorado’s alpine summers and Arizona’s sunny winters. You’ll learn how 183-day residency rules, 2025 tax changes, and dual-state healthcare planning can make or break your budget; why altitude adaptation and heat acclimation matter for healthspan; and how one client used strategic renting and short-term stays to cut living costs by 30 percent. Rachael also unpacks the psychology of place attachment, family dynamics, and purpose, then hands you her five-point green-light checklist and a free Longevity Lifestyle Assessment tool so you can crunch the numbers, protect your health, and decide if two zip codes are really worth the hype. Hit play, subscribe, and share with anyone working to create their best Next Act.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Sunbird Lifestyle
03:13 Which State Will You Make Your Primary Residence?
05:00 How Well Will Your Body Handle the Physical Stress?
07:04 Will Your Healthcare Plan Support a Sunbird Lifestyle?
08:22 Will Your Retirement Plan Support a Sunbird Lifestyle?
10:42 Emotional and Social Aspects of Sunbird Living
11:40 Family Dynamics and Sunbird Lifestyle
13:46 Test-run a Sunbird Lifestyle Before You Commit
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Lifestyle Longevity Assessment: https://bit.ly/3Ajb46K
Connect with Rachael: https://calendly.com/rachael-vanpelt/discovery
*****************************
Rachael Van Pelt, PhD, is a healthspan scientist, coach, Realtor, and investor dedicated to helping pre-retirees design a lifestyle that supports health, wealth, and happiness for the long haul. With a unique blend of expertise in longevity research, lifestyle coaching, and real estate, Rachael specializes in guiding clients toward their ideal next chapter—whether it’s downsizing, embracing a sunbird lifestyle, or simply optimizing the home they love. Through her innovative approach, Rachael empowers her clients to choose the path that enhances their health and longevity, ensuring that their retirement years are as vibrant, fulfilling, and financially secure as possible.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: We do not accept liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of watching any of our publications. You acknowledge that you use the information we provide at your own risk. Do your research.
inPlace Professionals, LLC.
2024 All rights reserved.
Broker eXp Realty, LLC
Copyright Notice: This podcast and our YouTube video contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Rachael Van Pelt. You are authorized to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to our YouTube channel is provided. @drrachaelvanpelt