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Great Waterfront Retirement Living in Tennessee

March 19th, 2010 by Susan Quilty SDGFsdfSFSDF

At 55Places.com we encourage questions from our readers. Here is a recent question we received from John B. of Ohio:

Q: We are looking for a waterfront community with boat access in east Tennessee or the surrounding area. We would prefer to stay around $200,000 or under.

A: Tennessee is a beautiful place to live, and the cost of living is about 10% below the national average, which makes it a great retirement location as well. Though there are few age-restricted active adult communities in the East Tennessee region, there are many communities that are ideal for retirees. We did some research on the area and have found a few options that meet your specific criteria.

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Canadian Snowbirds: Tips for Extended Visits to the United States

March 17th, 2010 by Susan Quilty

Every winter, active adult snowbirds flock from northern climates to America’s warmer southern regions. While many of these retirees are coming from the northern United States, some of them hail from neighboring Canada. Though Canadian snowbirds share much in common with their American counterparts, crossing the border brings additional concerns.…

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Retirement Living: Are Golf Communities a Nicety or Necessity?

March 15th, 2010 by Susan Quilty

There was a time when an active adult community was unlikely to succeed if it didn’t have its own golf course. Nowadays, age restricted communities come in all sizes, and their amenities do not necessarily include a golf course. In fact, intimate active adult communities with few amenities are also…

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Rural Retirement: The Charm of Small Town Living

March 12th, 2010 by Susan Quilty

While a resort-style community may appeal to many active adults, others cherish the dream of a rural retirement. These retirees imagine tranquil living in a picturesque home, perhaps nestled in a wooded area or situated near a scenic lake. The small towns in these rural locations have their own charm,…

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Facebook Baby Boomers More Than Double in One Year

March 10th, 2010 by Jennifer Arndt

InsideFacebook.com recently released the latest and greatest statistical data regarding demographics of users based on age and sex. What’s really exciting is the continued baby boomer Facebook boom! Year over year, from February 2009 to February 2010, Facebook users age 55 to 65 more than doubled from 3% to 7%.

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