Seniors all around the States chose to relocate during retirement for one reason or another. Sometimes a city, house or culture just calls out to you and there’s not much you can do to ignore the temptation. Other times, it might simply be the more affordable option. But moving is not an easy business, and it certainly doesn’t come cheap.

If this has been on your mind for a while, here are some costs you have to consider before making the big move. If and when the time comes, you’ll be happy to have known all of these things. If you’re set on doing it, work out a budget that includes almost everything on this list, depending on where you’re heading to.