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    • Active Adult Living for Under $150,000

      by Susan Quilty on February 25th, 2010
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      Arizona, Florida, and Georgia are popular among retirees for their year round sun and array of active adult friendly attractions. Fortunately for prospective homeowners, affordability is within reach in these regions with homes priced under $150k. Check them out here.

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      • Arizona
      • Florida
      • Georgia
      • On Top of the World
      • Spruce Creek South
      • Sun City
      • Sun City Center
      • Sun City Peachtree
      • Sunbird

    • Great Active Adult Communities in Off-Coastal States

      by Susan Quilty on February 22nd, 2010
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      Retirees are often drawn to the sunny shores of southern coastal states such as California, Florida, and the Carolinas. With their warm weather, mild winters, and plentiful outdoor activities, these states are a natural fit for active adult communities. Yet not all retirees dream of life on a beach, or even within easy driving distance of an ocean shore.

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      • Arizona
      • Nevada
      • New Mexico

    • How Active Adults Can Stay Active and Healthy

      by Susan Quilty on February 19th, 2010
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      Active adults are living longer and leading more active lifestyles than ever before. This is partially a result of advances in healthcare, but it is also due to a better understanding of how lifestyle affects the body.

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      • Health & Fitness
      • Heritage Todd Creek
      • Lake Ashton
      • Sun City Apple Valley
      • The Club
      • Villaggio

    • Is The Golden State or The Sunshine State a Better Retirement Location?

      by Susan Quilty on February 16th, 2010

      California and Florida are two of America's most popular retirement locations. Both the Golden State and the Sunshine State are known for their sunny beaches, beautiful climates, and active lifestyles. Though they are located on opposite coasts, each state draws retirees for some very similar reasons.

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      • California
      • Del Webb Ponte Vedra
      • Florida
      • Four Seasons at Palm Springs
      • Ocean Hills Country Club
      • Southern California
      • Sun City Center
      • Sun City Lincoln Hills
      • Sun Lakes
      • The Villages

    • Sun City Peachtree's Impressive New Clubhouse

      by Susan Quilty on February 12th, 2010
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      In April 2009, Sun City Peachtree by Del Webb opened its new 45,000 square foot clubhouse, their largest amenity center in the southeast. Christened Club Peachtree, this spacious clubhouse offers residents an impressive variety of both indoor and outdoor amenities.

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      • Atlanta Area
      • Georgia
      • Northern Georgia
      • Sun City Peachtree

    • Is Wii Fit a Good Choice for Active Adults?

      by Susan Quilty on February 9th, 2010

      Wii Fit, and the newer Wii Fit Plus version of the game, is designed to help people have fun while getting fit. But is this innovative exercise program a good choice for active adults? When Nintendo released the Wii, its most recent game console, the company took a novel approach by targeting users of all ages. Seniors in particular have taken to the the Wii interactive games

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      • Health & Fitness

    • Desert, Mountain or Waterfront- Choosing Your Retirement Climate

      by Susan Quilty on February 4th, 2010
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      It's easy to dream about your ideal retirement location, but how do you know that the city you choose will match up to your fantasy? Whether your dream is of sunny beaches, high desert, or majestic mountains, it's important to take the time to research and visit an area before making it your new home.

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      • Arizona
      • California
      • Las Vegas Area
      • Nevada
      • Phoenix Area
      • Prescott Area
      • Prescott Lakes
      • SaddleBrooke
      • Sierra Canyon
      • South Carolina
      • Sun City Anthem
      • Sun City Hilton Head

    • Chicagoland: Why Active Adults are Staying in Illinois

      by Susan Quilty on February 2nd, 2010
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      When most people think of active adult retirement communities, they picture warm coastal regions, arid deserts, or lush mountain areas. Yet, not every active adult wants to move across the country to enjoy the many benefits of an active adult community. The Chicago area, though once an unlikely retirement destination, is now home to over a dozen thriving active adult communities.

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      • Carillon
      • Chicago Area
      • Illinois
      • Sun City Huntley

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