Month: October 2017

The Best Apps for Planning Your Retirement

Even if you started planning your retirement years ago, it’s important to check in on your retirement plan frequently. Whether you’re looking to check your 401(k) or keep an eye on the stock market, you’ll always be able to know where you stand in terms of retirement with these apps.

Where to Retire if You Love Theater

With retirement comes the precious commodity of free time that allows ample opportunity to take in a show. Theatre-loving retirees should look for 55+ communities in one of these four cities with some of the best theatre scenes in the country.

Reasons to Buy a Home in the Winter

As the weather warms up, many put their homes up for sale and even more consider buying, casually strolling from one open house to the next on a sunny afternoon. While there may be fewer homes on the market during this time, there are also fewer buyers, and less competition means lower prices.

Hottest Markets in North Carolina, According to 55places.com

With warm weather, scenic landscapes, and sunny beaches, it’s no wonder word is spreading about North Carolina. We compiled a list of some of the most desirable markets in the state, looking at affordability, area amenities, culture, and pageviews for each market on 55places.com over the last calendar year. Each city shines for different reasons, but they’re all fantastic places to retire.

20 Most Luxurious Communities for 2017

After a long career, some retirees are just looking for a little luxury in their retirement. We determined this list by looking at home sales in the last calendar year to determine which communities fetched the highest asking price. The more outlandish and unique amenities received a higher score.

55+ Communities Near Amazing Hiking Trails

These 55+ communities located near amazing natural resources are sure to please any outdoor enthusiast, from the more adventurous hikers to the casual birdwatchers. Explore your natural living options.

Pulte Plans 700-Unit 55+ Community in Westborough, MA

Pulte Homes proposed a new Del Webb age-restricted community in Westborough, Massachusetts. Del Webb Chauncy Lakes has plans for 700 units on the former Westborough State Hospital property. Pulte is set to move from the due diligence to the permitting stage.

New Models Opening at Trilogy at Vistancia

Trilogy at Vistancia in Peoria, Arizona is introducing two new collections of homes with seven floor plans to choose from. Interested buyers are welcome to tour the new models in Trilogy at Vistancia on Saturday, October 7 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Best New Clubhouses That Opened This Year

Clubhouses are at the center of active adult communities for a reason. Clubhouses​ and the amenities they house are often one of the first things active adults look at when choosing a community, and these communities have some of the newest clubhouses of the year.

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