Stunning Arizona Vistas and Spectacular Amenities at Sun City Vistoso

by Susan Quilty on February 4, 2012

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Del Webb's Sun City Vistoso boasts three clubhouses as well as an 18-hole golf course, restaurant, swimming pools, fitness center and much more.

Perched at an elevation of 3,000 feet, Sun City Vistoso is an Arizona active adult community which offers gorgeous weather and spectacular views of the Santa Catalina Mountains. In addition to the community’s 18-hole golf course and three clubhouses, the town of Oro Valley provides a host of retail outlets, restaurants and other establishments. Residents can also easily enjoy the urban attractions in Tucson, which lies just 30 minutes south of the community. [click to continue…]

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What Do You Plan to Do in Retirement?

by Bill Ness on February 3, 2012

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Retirees and soon-to-be retirees enjoy living a well-rounded lifestyle favoring activities such as traveling, reading, exercise and family fun.

Retirement means different things to different people. Some soon-to-be retirees look forward to traveling, spending more time with their families or even enrolling in continuing education classes. Others long to explore new interests, rediscover the joys of a forgotten hobby or start a second career. Many retirees simply look forward to having a string of lazy days to themselves. [click to continue…]

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Enjoy Casual Country Club Living Near Portland at Senior Estates

by Susan Quilty on February 2, 2012

Senior Estates Golf and Country Club offers a casual country club lifestyle at attractive prices perfect for the budget-conscious active adult home buyer.

Portland, Oregon, and its surrounding areas, offer a wealth of outdoor recreational opportunities and cultural attractions, perfect for active adult living.

Located halfway between Salem and Portland, Oregon, Senior Estates Golf and Country Club is a beautiful community designed to meet the needs of active adults. The first home in this lovely community was built in 1961 and development of the entire community was completed in 1995. Today, Senior Estates boasts 1,510 single-family homes, a private 18-hole golf course and a spacious community clubhouse.

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Hawaii – Retirement Paradise, If You Can Afford It

February 1, 2012

Many active adults dream of retiring to Hawaii’s tropical paradise. This chain of islands offers a gorgeous getaway with warm weather year-round and activities to last a lifetime. Though Hawaii is rich in its own island culture, the fact that it’s part of the United States makes it easy to enjoy an extreme change of scenery without moving out of the country.

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Kings Point – Golf Course Living Close to Tampa

January 31, 2012

Located 25 miles south of Tampa, in Sun City Center, Kings Point is a gated active adult community which welcomes residents aged 55 or better. This well-established development opened in 1973 and continued to grow until it was completed in 2010. This long construction period Kings led to a diverse mix of homes, plus an exciting line-up of social and recreational amenities.

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Active Adult Communities – Shrinking in Size, Growing in Popularity

January 30, 2012

After 55+ communities first hit the scene in the 1960s, the trend often seemed to be based on the notion that bigger is better. These early resort-style communities paved the way for sprawling developments with well over 5,000, or even 10,000 residences. The last decade or so has shown more intimate age-restricted communities springing up all over the country.

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Heritage Hunt Features Country Club Living Near Washington D.C.

January 28, 2012

Set in historic Prince William County, Heritage Hunt offers country club living just 30 miles west of Washington D.C. This beautiful community welcomes active adults aged 55 or better with 1,863 single-family and attached residences. When it comes to activities, Heritage Hunt covers many diverse interests with three clubhouses, an 18-hole golf course and a variety of outdoor recreations.

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Florida’s Top 8 Lowest-Priced 55+ Communities

January 27, 2012

After getting a great response for our new Advanced Search feature, we decided to use it ourselves to find the best low-priced communities in Florida. Our search focused on communities which met three criteria: all community sizes, an age-restriction and new construction homes. We further restricted our search to communities with homes priced in the low $100s or under.

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Canoa Ranch in Green Valley, Arizona Offers Unparalleled Amenities

January 26, 2012

Built by Meritage Homes, Canoa Ranch is the newest community in Green Valley, Arizona. This unique area is a renowned retirement destination which boasts beautiful weather, varied homes and inclusion in the combined Green Valley Recreation organization. With a location just 30 minutes from Tucson, Canoa Ranch gives residents many opportunities for nearby restaurants, retail centers and other recreations.

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Las Vegas – Entertainment, Recreation and Resort-Style Living

January 25, 2012

As part of Clark County, the world-famous city of Las Vegas is situated in the Mojave Desert in the southern portion of Nevada. The city is a desert valley oasis which sits at an elevation of around 2,000 feet and is surrounded by towering mountain vistas.

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World-Class Amenities Draw Retirees to Soleil Laurel Canyon in Georgia

January 24, 2012

With diverse amenities and more than 50 social clubs and special-interest groups, it’s clear that Soleil Laurel Canyon is one 55+ community which boasts an active lifestyle. Set in Canton, Georgia, this beautiful community offers a packed social calendar, exciting outdoor recreations, and thoughtfully-designed single-family homes. It also enjoys a prime location just 40 miles north of Atlanta.

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Golf Course Living Doesn’t Have to Be Expensive

January 23, 2012

While searching for active adult communities, many people avoid those with golf courses because they assume the monthly Home Owners Association fees will be higher or that they will have to buy a golf membership even if they never set foot on the greens. They don’t want to pay for an amenity that they will never (or rarely) use.

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Lake Views and Golf Course Living at Del Webb’s Frisco Lakes

January 21, 2012

Wrapped around the shores of Lake Lewisville, Frisco Lakes is a sprawling Del Webb active adult community near Dallas which features impressive amenities and 2,400 gorgeous homes. The resort-style living at Frisco Lakes includes an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, swimming pools, fitness centers, hobby and game rooms, and much more.

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New or Resale, Which Is Better?

January 20, 2012

Buying a home is a serious investment, especially when planning to move into an active adult community. When it comes to choosing a retirement community, active adult homebuyers are still plagued by the classic question: Is it better to buy a new or resale home?

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Live in the Lap of Luxury at Four Seasons at Bakersfield in California

January 19, 2012

When looking for a home in Central California, active adult homebuyers are sure to be impressed by the luxurious amenities offered at Four Seasons at Bakersfield. This age-restricted community welcomes residents aged 55 and better, while providing all the amenities and activities needed to support a healthy lifestyle.

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