If you’ve been thinking about retiring in Arkansas but you’re not sure if you’re ready for independent senior living, there’s an alternative you should know about. An alternative that feels just like your life today but with more time to enjoy the people, places, and activities that get you excited. When you join Upside, you’ll get to choose a great apartment in Little Rock or West Memphis and you’ll get your own Upside Manager who acts as a personal concierge, connecting you to the best of what Arkansas has to offer. Let’s look deeper.
Located in the southern United States, Arkansas is beloved for its breathtakingly beautiful and abundant natural resources. Parks, trails, and spectacular views abound, including pristine waterways, and tons of easily accessible adventures in the great outdoors. Some of Arkansas’ best kept secrets include a lower cost of living, mouth-watering culinary traditions, and stress-free driving along our virtually traffic-less roadways. Let’s explore some of the highlights of retiring in Arkansas in Little Rock or West Memphis.
There’s Nothing “Little” About Little Rock: Little Rock is the largest city in the state with just about 200,000 people calling it home. The centrally located River Market District is the ideal place to frequent for all the best foodie destinations, shopping, bar-hopping, and cultural attractions like museums and historical sites. From the Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts in MacArthur Park, the Central Arkansas Nature Center, and the Little Rock Zoo, this city offers next-level fun for everyone.
You Can Bank on West Memphis: West Memphis is located along the west bank of the mighty Mississippi River and it got its name as a major shipping destination for lumber coming in from the Memphis market. If you’re feeling lucky you can put it to the test at the Southland Casino Hotel which is open all year round and offers exciting events to keep you coming back for more. And for some real down and dirty fun, you’ve got the Riverside International Speedway. It’s the oldest dirt track in Arkansas and it’s served as a launch pad for some of the best drivers in the country.
With Upside+ Powered by TheKey, seniors live in their own apartment in a luxury building, not a sterile facility. But they still have access to support and living assistance from certified on-site care professionals. It’s the perfect solution for seniors who want care and community without the stigma or cost of senior living facilities—and with much more flexibility.
This southern U.S. state is relatively tax friendly toward people looking to retire. Arkansas does not impose a tax on Social Security benefits or military pensions. You’ll also be exempt from estate, inheritance, and property taxes. That’s right. Choosing a 55+ community in Arkansas means no more retirement income taxes! When you do the math, it means a lower cost of living, which gives your spending power a little more oomph.
Whether you’re considering Little Rock in the center of the state or West Memphis in the Upper Delta, Arkansas could be the perfect place for a new start. Choose from our huge selection of hand-picked apartments, including many different layouts and sizes, then enjoy the tax benefits that come with retiring in a state that does not tax Social Security benefits. With Upside, independent senior living in Arkansas is free from strict schedules, surprise fees, and the other trappings of typical 55 and over communities in AK.
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