Should I move from Hollywood to Charleston when I downsize?

Staying in Hollywood when you downsize keeps you close to the same doctors, church, and neighbors you already know, which often matters more to a longtime resident than moving somewhere unfamiliar just to save on a smaller home. The tradeoff is that Hollywood's smaller inventory may limit how many downsizing-friendly homes are actually available compared to greater Charleston. Brian Beatty tracks new listings in Hollywood specifically for downsizers who want to stay local rather than relocate across the region.