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    • Exploring 55+ Living at Laguna Woods Village in California

      by Susan Quilty on June 30th, 2010
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      Laguna Woods Village is one of the largest 55+ communities on the west coast and boasts an impressive array of amenities, activities, and social clubs. Set in California's Orange County, Laguna Woods Village has seven clubhouses, two golf courses, a fully stocked library, and its own Equestrian Center.

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      • California
      • Laguna Woods Village
      • Orange County
      • Southern California

    • Why Choose an Attached Home?

      by Susan Quilty on June 28th, 2010
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      Active adult homebuyers have many choices to make when it comes to buying the right home style. Those weighing the options between a single-family or attached home should know all the advances and disadvantages. What makes an attached home a good choice for active adults?

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      • Lifestyle
      • Solivita

    • Are 55+ Lifestyle Directors an Overlooked Amenity?

      by Susan Quilty on June 25th, 2010
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      Some active adults may ask what do Lifestyle Directors bring to a community? There are many things that this role contributes to. Read below to find out how a Lifestyle Director could add to your community.

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      • Lifestyle

    • How Del Webb Defines the Sun City Active Adult Community

      by Susan Quilty on June 23rd, 2010
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      Del Webb is one of the best-known names in the 55+ lifestyle. How did they create such a reputation? Their Sun City brand of community has become one of the most highly sought after destinations for active adult real estate. Will you find home in a Sun City community?

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      • Del Webb
      • Sun City
      • Sun City Huntley
      • Sun City Mesquite
      • Sun City Oro Valley
      • Sun City Peachtree
      • Sun City Roseville
      • Sun City Texas
      • Sun City West

    • Retirement Calculators Help Active Adults Plan

      by Susan Quilty on June 21st, 2010

      Online retirement calculators can be a great tool for planning your retirement. Keep in mind that an online retirement calculator will not ensure your financial future, but it can help you make informed decisions about your retirement investments.

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      • Lifestyle

    • Active Adult Communities Embrace Smaller Housing Trend

      by Jennifer Arndt on June 18th, 2010
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      Many Americans dream of owning their own home, but the tradition of having a large home has begun to change. It has become increasingly more popular to downsize when it comes to home ownership. Why do active adults follow this trend?

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      • Baltimore Area Charms Active Adults

        by Susan Quilty on June 16th, 2010

        The city of Baltimore offers many recreations for visiting active adults. Set on the Patapsco River, which is an arm of the Chesapeake Bay, Baltimore boasts a thriving Inner Harbor area and historic shopping districts. Sports fans can take in a baseball or football game, and music lovers can enjoy jazz, opera, symphony, or other musical performances. Those who frequently visit Baltimore can even find a few active adult communities within easy distance of the city.

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        • Baltimore Area
        • Maryland

      • America's Largest Active Adult Communities

        by Susan Quilty on June 14th, 2010
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        Active adult communities come in a range of sizes and styles, from intimate neighborhoods to sprawling resorts. Active adults who want to live in a large community with a wide array of amenities have a number of options. Those considering retirement in a large 55+ community should check out this list.

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        • On Top of the World
        • Robson Ranch
        • Sun City
        • Sun City West
        • The Villages

      • Active Adult Communities Welcome Animal Lovers

        by Susan Quilty on June 11th, 2010
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        Active adults who love their pets may have a few questions about if they can have pets within their 55+ community. Are there communities that allows and what are the restrictions? These are the facts you should know if you are a pet-lover looking to retire in a 55+ community.

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        • Ardiente
        • Del Webb Naples
        • Hobbies
        • Lifestyle
        • SaddleBrooke
        • Sun City Shadow Hills
        • Village at Deaton Creek

      • South Carolina's Callawassie Island Retirement Community

        by Susan Quilty on June 9th, 2010
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        Though not your typical active adult community, Callawassie Island offers a quiet, secluded lifestyle that will appeal to many older adults. Callawassie Island is open to residents of all ages yet features many country-club-style social activities popular among active adults.

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        • Callawassie Island
        • South Carolina
        • Sun City Hilton Head

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