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Discover if Maine is the right fit for your retirement.","app-article",[],[2120,2121],"2e2a39e5-4f86-4f45-8ad7-3d257c361ad2","ea6ad2e3-d012-4241-ba06-76f8281f34c0","Explore the pros, cons, costs, tax benefits, top locations, and other key factors to weigh when considering retirement in Maine.  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