PA to SC — the tax math, the equity picture, and the Grand Strand communities that fit PA buyers
No SC income tax on Social Security. Pennsylvania taxes Social Security at 0% too — but PA also has a flat 3.07% income tax on other retirement income. SC taxes retirement income at a graduated rate but with significant senior deductions that often result in lower effective SC income tax than PA for most retirement income profiles. Run both state income tax scenarios before you move.
Seasons at Prince Creek West and Myrtle Trace — both draw heavily from the PA corridor and have established PA-origin resident communities. Del Webb Norte Myrtle Beach and Grande Dunes for buyers with stronger budgets.
File for SC primary residence tax exemptions within the year of purchase — do not wait until the following year. The 4% legal residence ratio (filed with the Horry County Assessor) and the 65+ homestead exemption (filed separately with the Horry County Auditor) must both be filed by December 31 of your purchase year. Missing either filing costs you $1,500–$3,000 or more in that tax year with no retroactive correction available.
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