SPECIAL REPORT: From the Best States to the Expected Costs – We Simplify the Financials of Your 2024 Move

10 Best States to Relocate to in 2024 | How Much Does It Cost to Move? | Mortgage Demand Rises Slightly as Rates Dip to 7.37% Created for {EMAIL} | [Web Version]( December 1, 2023 CONNECT WITH KIPLINGER  [LinkedIn]( [Facebook]( [X]( [Youtube]( [Instagram]( Kiplinger Today [SIGN UP]( ⋅ [SHARE]( [] Top Story [] [10 Best States to Relocate to in 2024]( [10 Best States to Relocate to in 2024]( (Getty Images) If you’re looking to swap your state for another, experts at Shoreline Immigration have selected the best places to live in the U.S., taking into consideration quality of healthcare and schools, average housing prices, the rate of violent crime and average salaries in these states. [See the top 10 best states to move to here](. [] Personal Finance [] [How Much Does It Cost to Move?]( [How Much Does It Cost to Move?]( (Getty Images) Moving is a stressful process for so many reasons, but especially because of the financial cost. There are more factors to consider when pricing out a move than you may realize, too. [Here’s how to determine how much you’ll have to pay when relocating to a new home](. [Is Roth IRA Conversion Really Worth It?]( Have you considered converting a pre-tax retirement account into a Roth account as you approach retirement? This approach could allow you to keep growing funds tax-free and then make withdrawals in retirement without paying taxes. Find out more to see if this strategy is for you. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] In Case You Missed It [] [Mortgage Demand Rises Slightly as Rates Dip to 7.37%]( [Mortgage Demand Rises Slightly as Rates Dip to 7.37%]( (Getty Images) High mortgage rates have been a hot topic in recent years, leading to a tough market for homeowners and potential buyers alike. There has [been movement with both mortgage demands and mortgage rates](, though, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association. [] Places to Live [] [The 5 Safest Cities in the U.S. 2023]( [The 5 Safest Cities in the U.S. 2023]( (Getty Images) There’s a lot of appeal to living in a city, but for many people, safety remains a concern when relocating to an urban area. However, there are several cities that offer both metropolitan appeal and peace of mind. See the safest cities in the U.S. this year, [including ones in Arizona, Vermont, and Rhode Island](. [] Financial Planning [] [Buying a Home? You Need a Six-Figure Income and a Big Down Payment]( If you’re looking to buy a new place to live, you may want to consider what recent studies have indicated about the market in 2023. Here’s what you should know about the average costs associated with buying a home these days, as the housing market crunch continues. [Read More]( [Vanguard vs. Fidelity vs. Schwab]( Who are you partnered with? See how these popular brokerage firms stack up when it comes to fees, resources, and specific services, so you can decide on the right fit for you. [LEARN MORE]( ADVERTISEMENT [] Home Improvement [] [How to Declutter Your Home If You're Moving or Downsizing — 8 Tips to Avoid Overwhelm]( It’s not just money or the looming change that makes a move so taxing. It’s also the physical labor of moving itself! There are ways to make moving a less painful process, though, before the process even starts. Learn how to more effectively declutter your house before you pull out the boxes. [Read More]( ABOUT KIPLINGER When we write about money, we get it right. So the decisions you make with your dollars are also right. Kiplinger is a trusted provider of unbiased financial advice, objective business and economic forecasts, and practical help to millions of business professionals, investors, and individuals seeking to make more profitable decisions with their money. Our [flagship publications]( include [Kiplinger Personal Finance]( magazine, [The Kiplinger Letter]( [The Kiplinger Tax Letter]( [Kiplinger Retirement Report]( and [Kiplinger Investing for Income.]( All are regarded as the leading publications in their respective fields. Every day, millions of readers rely on our [free e-newsletters]( for help on everything from getting the best rate on a mortgage or car loan, to managing their businesses in an uncertain world, avoiding an IRS audit, building wealth for a secure retirement, or investing wisely in any kind of market. Now it’s your turn to reap all the rewards Kiplinger has to offer. Visit [Kiplinger.com](, your gateway to all of the above and much more. Check in any time for our latest advice on how to make more money, and keep more of the money you make. Stay right on the money, with Kiplinger. [Kiplinger]( [Sign Up]( | [Print Publications]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Privacy Policy]( | [Cookies Policy]( | [Terms and Conditions]( CONTACT US: [FEEDBACK](mailto:kiplingertoday@smartbrief.com) | [ADVERTISE]( [Future]( Future US LLC © Full 7th Floor, 130 West 42nd Street, New York, NY, 10036