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by Susan Quilty on March 28, 2011
Canadian retirees often seek warmer climates by taking extended vacations south of the border in many different areas of the United States. While this may be a great way to enjoy the best of both countries, it is important that you understand how each country’s rules will apply to your situation.
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by Susan Quilty on March 18, 2011
When raising kids, you expect to eventually have an empty nest. Your kids will leave for college, get jobs, find their own homes and maybe start their own families. Parents often approach this phase with a mix of dread and excitement. You will miss your children, but you will have an opportunity to travel, downsize and have less day-to-day parenting responsibilities. But what do you do when you’re ready to be an empty nester, and you find that your home is not-so-empty?
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by Susan Quilty on March 14, 2011
Baby Boomers are used to having active lifestyles, and, for many, biking is a favorite pastime. Some of these avid cyclists have been riding most of their lives and others haven’t been on a bike since childhood. With both physical and social benefits, there are many reasons active adults are heading into bike shops.
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by Susan Quilty on February 9, 2011
Active adult communities are often described as offering country club activities or resort-style living. They are known for having golf courses, tennis courts, swimming pools and planned social events. Yet there are many other activities and clubs which have become popular at active adult communities throughout the country.
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by Susan Quilty on February 2, 2011
Modern active adult communities have been around since Del Webb opened Sun City Arizona on January 1, 1960. Over the past 50 years, many developers have stepped in to create communities which support the active lifestyles of older Americans. Despite the sweeping popularity of these amenity-rich, resort-style communities, there are many misconceptions which still persist.
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by Susan Quilty on January 31, 2011
There is a common misconception in our society that Baby Boomers are not interested in technology, or even that they are afraid of it. There certainly may be some Boomers who can’t be bothered with computers or tech gadgets, but research shows that the majority of the generation is quite comfortable making use of each new technological advance.
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by Susan Quilty on January 17, 2011
While there was a time when an active adult community needed a golf course to attract 55 and older homebuyers, today’s active adults know that there’s more to retirement than golfing. Resort-style communities offer a wide range of amenities beyond golf and some very popular communities don’t have golf courses at all.
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by Susan Quilty on January 14, 2011
Many retirees have recently become fullbacks, and that doesn’t mean that they have taken up football. Instead, this is a statement about the growing trend of retirees who choose to return, and remain, in the northern United States.
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by Susan Quilty on January 12, 2011
The Trilogy LifeScape Survey has given Baby Boomers a convenient and fun way to discover more about themselves and their ideas about retirement. Now that over 2,000 participants have taken the survey, Trilogy by Shea Homes has released their survey results, which clearly show that Baby Boomers are ready to live life to the fullest.
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by Susan Quilty on January 7, 2011
Active adults who love to travel can appreciate the benefits of vacationing in an adult-only environment. Exotic destinations around the world offer many luxurious adult-only or couples-only resorts. However, it can be more difficult to find an age-restricted cruise ship.
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by Susan Quilty on January 3, 2011
As 2011 begins, it’s time to take a look at a few of the trends that appear to be on the rise among active adults across the country. Four common trends include: working during retirement, opting for energy efficient homes, choosing accessibility features, and making fitness a priority.
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by Susan Quilty on December 31, 2010
Each January, millions of Americans create a list of New Year’s resolutions. These promises are designed to improve their own lives or help other people. Yet, before spring has sprung, most of these resolutions are long forgotten.
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by Susan Quilty on December 29, 2010
In the mid-1980s, The Golden Girls hit the TV scene. They entertained viewers of all ages with the joys and pitfalls of growing older and sharing a home with close friends. Though these funny ladies portrayed a living arrangement that was ideal in many ways, there were also episodes which showed some memorable squabbles and disagreements. But what is it like to share a home in real life?
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by Susan Quilty on December 20, 2010
For those who plan to relocate after retirement, finding an ideal destination is a top priority. Some have a dream location in mind, and others meticulously seek out a community that has everything they want in a retirement destination. Yet, with all this dreaming and planning, you have to stop and wonder: does an ideal retirement location really exit?
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by Susan Quilty on December 10, 2010
When empty nesters downsize, they may find that their smaller homes are no longer the best location for hosting large holiday meals. Instead, they may choose to celebrate the holidays at the home of friends or by dining at a special occasion restaurant. Frequently, the holiday hosting duties fall to their adult children, who are now established in their own family homes. Whatever the situation, the transition from host to guest may be a bit of an adjustment.
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