July 2013

While Georgia was once just a resting place for retirees on the road to Florida, the state has more recently developed its own retirement hot spots. With its rich history, Southern charm and modern-day urban attractions, Atlanta has become a great place for a healthy active retirement.

Exciting amenities and diverse single-family homes make Hampton Hall an appealing retirement destination in the beautiful South Carolina Lowcountry. Although this gated community is open to residents of all ages, older active adults will appreciate its prime location just 10 minutes from Hilton Head Island.

As one of the country's most popular retirement states, Florida features a wide range of beautiful active adult communities. The team at 55places complied the following list of the 10 most popular budget-friendly Florida active adult communities based on website visits from you.

Open to residents of all ages, the Copperleaf community offers low-maintenance living in Palm City, Florida. This charming location provides a small-town feel as well as easy access to hot spots like Port St. Lucie and Jensen Beach.

Moving to a new city can be overwhelming. You have to learn how to get around, make new friends and find new favorite shops, restaurants and services. You also have to choose new doctors and dentists, and you don't want to wait until a medical emergency to find them.

Set in New Jersey's historic Mays Landing, Woods Landing is an active adult community which welcomes residents aged 55 or better with a variety of amenities and social activities. The development opened in 2005 and currently has plans for 249 single-family homes.

Rich in American history, Philadelphia is one of the country's oldest cities. Philadelphia was the site of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and Constitution and was the temporary U.S. capital during construction of Washington D.C. Today, the city blends historic charm with modern attractions, making it an East Coast hot spot for both tourists and retiring active adults.

Perched at an elevation of 2,600 feet, in Beaumont, California, Solera at Oak Valley Greens is a luxurious active adult community which offers resort-style living and beautiful single-family homes. Highlights of this spectacular community include the 18-hole Oak Valley Greens Golf Course, an 18,000 square-foot clubhouse and a variety of outdoor recreations.

In many areas, today's real estate market has shifted to more of a seller's market. Interest rates are still low, more people are buying homes and inventory is turning over more quickly. If you are planning to move, this may be a prime time to put your home on the market. Here are a few tips that may help you sell your home more quickly.

The active adult gated community of Corte Bella in Sun City West, Arizona offers an upscale, intimate retirement experience. The private Del Webb active adult community cocooned in the Northwest Valley features 718 acres containing 1,650 homes and a private golf course.