In the face of the devastation wrought on Florida by Hurricane Irma, the Sunshine State may be losing some of its appeal as the perfect place for retirement.

A Washington Post report points out some of the drawbacks for retirees that have been highlighted by the storm—and that might make you want to change your mind, and your plans, about where to spend your golden years.

Florida has been losing standing as the retirement destination in those lists of states best for retirement—despite the fact that it has no income tax and offers plenty of retirement activities and communities.

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