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		<title>5 Ways to Make Money Last During Retirement</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Sep 2010 15:00:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[While thrifty living is often associated with retirement, living below your means is good advice for anyone. By spending less than you earn, you can reduce stress by always have money ahead for a rainy day. For those who are preparing for retirement, or who have already retired, thrifty living tips are essential. Fortunately, learning to make money last during retirement will be easier once you discover a few tricks for getting more bang for your bucks.]]></description>
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		<title>America&#8217;s Largest Active Adult Communities</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Jun 2010 15:00:24 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Active adult communities come in a range of sizes and styles, from intimate neighborhoods to sprawling resorts. The largest age-restricted communities contain more than 10,000 homes and feature a wide selection of amenities, including shopping centers that make it easy to manage day to day living. While sprawling resort-style communities are usually found in popular retirement states such as Florida, Arizona and California, newer developments in Texas, Nevada and South Carolina are becoming more common.]]></description>
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		<title>A Guide to Florida Retirement and Active Adult Living</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 May 2010 15:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Florida has long been a popular retirement destination for those who crave warm weather and sunny beaches. Most Americans will recognize the names of many Florida cities, such as Miami, Orlando and Tampa; yet placing them on a map is more of a challenge.

Florida is a large state that contains both sub-tropical and tropical climates. The winters are generally mild and the summers are hot and humid. There are urban centers and rural communities, tourist destinations and quiet coastal cities. Florida’s regions can be divided in many ways, and each region has its own appeal. Read on for a look at some of Florida’s popular retirement regions.]]></description>
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		<title>5 Tax Friendly Retirement States</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Apr 2010 15:00:57 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[When heading toward retirement, savvy active adults begin looking for ways to stretch their savings. Choosing a tax friendly state as a retirement destination is a smart way to make the most of a fixed income, yet finding the best location can take a bit of research.]]></description>
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		<title>7 Steps to Choosing the Right Active Adult Retirement Community</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 12 Apr 2010 09:00:46 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[While active adult communities are all designed to support an active lifestyle, there are many variations from one community to the next. Some active adult communities are sprawling, resort-style locations while others provide more intimate neighborhoods. Each community has its own draw, whether it’s a championship golf course, active tennis facility, or a cozy clubhouse with a variety of social clubs. While a search for a new home is a personal experience, there are some similar steps that potential buyers take along the way.]]></description>
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		<title>10 Features in an Eco-Friendly Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 30 Jan 2010 00:49:36 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
				<category><![CDATA[Home Design]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[Baby Boomers know that green living is more than a current trend. Living in an eco-friendly home reduces your carbon footprint, helps sustain our natural resources, and saves money on your energy bills. Active adult community builders, such as Shea Homes, understand the desire for green living and provide eco-friendly communities that make energy efficiency and sustainable resources a top priority.

 Trilogy Communities by Shea Homes can be found in Arizona, California, Washington and Florida. These communities offer Shea Green Certified Homes which can provide up to 60 percent in annual energy savings and reduce your carbon footprint by up to 48 percent.]]></description>
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		<title>10 Questions to Ask When Choosing an Active Adult Community</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 19 Dec 2009 02:53:49 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Moving to an active adult community is a dream for many adults. Yet making the dream a reality by choosing a community to live in can be fraught with indecision and self-doubt. By asking many questions you can avoid some potential problems, understand the role of the community’s Home Owners Association (HOA) and know that you have made the best decision for your family.

 1. What is the reputation of both the community and the builder? While the community amenities and the house you intend to buy are likely to be your primary focus, you should take the time to learn more about the community’s builder. A builder such as Del Webb, who developed their first age restricted community in 1960 and now has nearly 60 active adult communities across the United States, has the experience needed to run a successful community.]]></description>
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		<title>6 Popular Interior Design Trends for Baby Boomers</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 21 Sep 2009 01:49:26 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Susan Quilty</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Baby Boomers have long shaped the consumer landscape. As this dynamic generation heads into retirement, their demands for both style and function continue to be a positive influence on the interior design world. In planning what is likely to be their last homes, Baby Boomer retirees are clamoring for affordable furnishings and design plans that meet their changing needs.

There are many qualities that Baby Boomers look for in their interior design plans. The following six style trends are currently on the rise:]]></description>
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		<title>Tucson Tops AARP Retirement List</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 28 Jul 2009 04:31:44 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Melanie Grimes</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[The editors of the AARP Magazine recently selected its Top Ten Best Places to Live a Simple Life. Cities were selected based on U.S. Census demographics and the final list of 25 was culled further by the editors, based on criterion such as low cost of living and geographic diversity. Other factors included walkability, a low crime rate, and access to the outdoors. Cities with universities were favored, for the flavor and culture they bring, along with employment opportunities that fuel jobs and a strong economy.

The list included:

   1. Tucson, Arizona
   2. Greenville, South Carolina
   3. Montpelier Vermont
   4. Logan, Utah

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		<title>Arizona&#8217;s 10 Best Active Adult Retirement Communities</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:16:45 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Bill Ness</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[55Places.com announced the top 10 active adult retirement communities in Arizona for 2009. Communities were evaluated based on location, amenities, lifestyle, homes and value. The results were compiled after an extensive two-month review. The information was gathered via community tours and interviews with homeowners, potential buyers and local real estate agents. ]]></description>
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