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Kings Point – Golf Course Living Close to Tampa

by Susan Quilty on 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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Florida’s Top 8 Lowest-Priced 55+ Communities

by Bill Ness on 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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Set in Boynton Beach, in the heart of Palm Beach County, The Cascades certainly emphasizes the “active” in active adult community. This beautiful age-restricted community is comfortably-sized with 928 single-family homes, yet it boasts amenities and activities to rival even larger resort-style developments.

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Easy Living at Florida’s VillageWalk of Bonita Springs

by Susan Quilty on January 10, 2012

Beautiful homes, an amenity-rich town center and a prime retirement location. When it comes to active adult living, VillageWalk of Bonita Springs has it all. This lakefront community truly offers resort-style living with a variety of recreational and social activities, as well as convenient services such as a beauty salon, bank, gas station, travel agency and post office. While there is no age restriction, the amenities at VillageWalk of Bonita Springs are sure to appeal to active adults.

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Our 7 Favorite Beach Retirement Destinations

by Bill Ness on January 9, 2012

In the chill of winter, as the snow starts to fall, many active adults begin dreaming of a warm and sunny beach retirement. Though each getaway may have its own sandy shores and sunny skies, not all beach retirement destinations are cut from the same cloth. Here are some of the highlights (and selling points) of our seven favorite coastal getaways.

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Enjoy Laid-Back Living on Florida’s Panhandle

by Bill Ness on January 4, 2012

The Florida Panhandle is the state’s most northwestern region, and a lovely spot for a beach vacation or a coastal retirement. This long, narrow area stretches across approximately 200 miles and is between 50 and 100 miles wide. Known for its sunny, white beaches, the Florida Panhandle is bordered by Alabama and Georgia in the north and west, and the Gulf of Mexico on the south. Some of the area’s most popular destinations include Pensacola, Panama City, Destin and Tallahassee.

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Florida is famous for many things: beautiful beaches, theme parks and sunny skies. The state is also home to the Kennedy Space Center and Cape Canaveral Air Force Station. These unique landmarks lie at the heart of space exploration as the sites where NASA launched space shuttles, satellites and other military and civilian space projects. Known as the Space Coast, this area is also home to great beaches, fun attractions, diverse restaurants and shopping centers, and several active adult communities.

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Enjoy South Florida Sunshine at Cascade Lakes

by Susan Quilty on December 20, 2011

Midway between Boca Raton and West Palm Beach, in Boynton Beach, Cascade Lakes is a luxurious active adult community with a wide range of amenities and social activities. With eight scenic lakes and only 600 single-family homes, Cascades offers a picturesque setting where residents can get to know their neighbors, explore new hobbies and pursue an active lifestyle.

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Enjoy the Sweet Lifestyle at Del Webb’s Sweetwater

by Susan Quilty on December 17, 2011

Sweetwater by Del Webb welcomes active adults aged 55 or better to Northeast Florida’s bustling Jacksonville area. It offers fantastic on-site amenities, as well as convenient access to local shopping districts, attractions and services. This lovely community also meets the needs of many different homeowners with a diverse mix of residences including condos, attached villas and single-family homes.

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Retire to Sunny Naples, Florida at Vineyards

by Susan Quilty on December 1, 2011

Situated in the popular Naples area, Vineyards offers plenty of on-site amenities as well as convenient access to the area’s beaches, shopping centers, restaurants and other attractions. The community itself is spread across 1,375 acres. It features two 18-hole championship golf courses, a 70,000 square-foot clubhouse, a 32-acre community park, numerous sports facilities, swimming pools and beautiful homes in a variety of styles and sizes.

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Enjoy Prime Gulf Coast Living in Sarasota-Bradenton

by Bill Ness on November 30, 2011

Set in Southwest Florida, on the coast of the Gulf of Mexico, the Sarasota-Bradenton area is a popular retirement destination for active adult retirees. There are beautiful beaches, diverse shopping centers, cultural attractions and lovely active adult communities. Those who relocate to the area will also be happy with Florida’s retirement-friendly tax laws.

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Will Florida Always be the Top Retirement State?

by Bill Ness on November 21, 2011

For generations, Florida has been known as the top retirement state. Active adult communities are abundant, there are favorable tax laws for retirees and census data shows a high percentage of residents over the age of 65. Yet several other states have recently begun to give Florida some serious competition for this top spot.

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Pelican Preserve Offers Luxurious Retirement Living

by Susan Quilty on November 15, 2011

Situated on Florida’s Southwest Coast in the popular city of Fort Myers, Pelican Preserve is a luxurious golf course community which is an ideal retreat for active adults aged 55 or better. This resort-style community features a spacious town center, a challenging golf course, excellent tennis facilities, and much more. With both new construction and resale homes, Pelican Preserve lets potential homebuyers find an appropriate condo, attached home or single-family home.

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Oak Run – A Solid 55+ Community in Central Florida

by Susan Quilty on October 27, 2011

Located in Ocala, Oak Run is an age-restricted community which was specifically designed to let homeowners enjoy the lifestyle they have worked so hard to achieve. The community’s country club living brings residents together with great amenities, scheduled activities and special social events. However, its diverse homes make the community affordable for retirees with many different budgets.

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Del Webb Naples Features a New Look in Southwest Florida

by Susan Quilty on October 18, 2011

Located in beautiful Southwest Florida, Del Webb Naples is a spectacular community which welcomes residents aged 55 or better. This new development is built by Del Webb as part of the larger Ave Maria master planned community. It features amenities that are exclusive to community residents as well as access to the facilities found throughout Ave Maria.

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