Archive: October 2010
- Each year, many active adults retire to communities all along the East Coast. Retirees often search for areas that have low taxes. Delaware is one great retirement state that offers low taxes, including no sales tax. If you are interested in retiring to Delaware, here are six communities worth considering.
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- Although they are situated about 120 miles apart, the Arizona cities of Tucson and Phoenix each have their own distinctive characteristics. We're comparing Tucson and Phoenix to help you decide which retirement destination is best for you.
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- Homebuyers over 50 have different needs than younger people who are buying their first homes. A realtor who holds a Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation is specifically trained to understand the needs of active adult clients and offer them appropriate guidance throughout the buying or selling process.
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- When shopping for a new home, active adults often come across the same buzzwords over and over again. One feature that is commonly mentioned is the "gourmet kitchen." Just what is it about a kitchen that makes it "gourmet" and how is it different from a regular or a "designer" kitchen?
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- South Carolina active adult communities have a bit of everything and retirees are taking notice. Some of the many reasons that explain why active adults love South Carolina communities include affordability, a desirable climate, beautiful coastal communities, a rich history, and a variety of spectacular golf courses.
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- California is known for its beaches, vineyards, and celebrity hotspots. However, residents know that it is also a state that boasts miles and miles of hiking trails. Avid hikers can discover their own favorite trails in both state and local parks, or even within the borders of some large active adult communities.
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- As one of the most popular retirement states in the country, Arizona offers a wide array of age-restricted active adult communities. This even includes the country's first active adult retirement community: Sun City near Phoenix. There are also many age-restricted communities designed with even younger active adults in mind.
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- October brings the colors of autumn and a certain ghoulish holiday. Though Halloween is a favorite among kids, they aren't the only ones who have fun getting into the spirit. An empty nest may mean the end of trick-or-treating, but it also gives parents a chance to reclaim the holiday with their own adult Halloween party.
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- While sun and surf draw many retirees to coastal retirement hot spots, other active adults prefer a destination that offers all four seasons. Illinois is one midwest state that offers a variety of amenities that keep residents entertained all year. These communities include clubhouses with indoor swimming pools and more.
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- Between the difficulty of the current economic situation and the increasing ease of starting home-based businesses, many active adults have left their 9-to-5 jobs to work from home. Some jobs are within the same field as their previous careers, and other jobs lead active adults in a completely new direction.
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