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There are many items that southbound Snowbirds must remember when packing up their RVs. The best way to be prepared is to make a detailed list and check off the items as you go. The packing list itself should also come along. Stash the list in an easily accessible drawer and add items to it while traveling. That way, you can be even more prepared when packing up in the following years.
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Before heading south for the season, snowbirds must take a few steps to secure and winterize their homes. Whether you are new to taking extended vacations or a veteran snowbird, creating your own customized checklist is a great way to keep track of your seasonal preparations. Remember, it will be much easier to enjoy your winter in the sun if you have taken steps to protect your home while you are away.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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:
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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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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.
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Moving to an active adult community is an exciting change for many people. One of the top complaints of residents who move to active lifestyle communities is, “they wish they would have done it sooner.” Yet, the fear for many older adults is that packing up and leaving a neighborhood filled with good friends, family and close neighbors prevents them from pursuing life in an active adult community.
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In just two years, the oldest of the Baby Boomers will be turning 65. As this group approaches retirement, they are expected to migrate in large numbers to new towns and cities across the country.
Between 2010 and 2020 the senior population is expected to grow by 36 percent. This graying of America’s largest body of citizens is not expected to spread evenly across the map. Boomers are expected to gravitate towards areas of the country that provide a low cost of living, mild climates, culture or activity, reasonably priced real estate and adequate health care.
US News & World Report recently compiled a list of the 20 top cities where Boomers are most likely to retire.
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