June 2014

With beautiful grounds and resort-style amenities, active adult communities may offer a retirement that feels more like a vacation. Yet buying a home in an amenity-rich development doesn't have to break the bank. Here are ten active adult communities where you can find homes for less than $100,000.

Set in Florida's popular Tampa Bay area, Timber Pines is a well-established 55+ community which offers over 3,400 beautiful homes with mature landscaping, as well as an exciting line-up of resort-style amenities. Highlights include two activity centers, 63 holes of golf, a performing arts center and a variety of sports courts.

While a sunny climate is great for outdoor activities like swimming, biking and golfing, those golden rays may not be so great for your skin. When you're outside, sunscreen adds a layer of protection. However, there are some things to consider when choosing-and using-sunscreen lotions.

Fairway Villas at Green Valley Ranch is a new community which offers fabulous active adult living in the heart of Denver Colorado. This 220-home enclave features beautiful grounds with lush greenery, scenic ponds and wetland areas. Its spacious clubhouse brings residents together for social clubs, classes and community events.

In the heart of the Lone Star State, Central Texas is a great destination for an active retirement or a sunny vacation. The area includes Austin, San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country. It is also home to Fort Hood, the country's largest military installation. For those who want to relocate to the area, Central Texas features a number of impressive active adult communities.

Set in beautiful Durham, North Carolina, Carolina Arbors features resort-style amenities, landscaped grounds and single-family homes designed for active adults aged 55 or better. This new Del Webb community also offers a prime location in North Carolina's popular Triangle Area. Residents can enjoy world-class entertainment, shopping, dining, medical facilities and more.

For the second year in a row, the team at 55 Places is excited to present the 100 most popular active adult communities in America. Communities on this prestigious list won their positions based on the number of visitors to each community’s page on 55Places.com over the past year.

Perched in the foothills of the Black Mountains, Sun City Anthem provides a fabulous retreat in Henderson, Nevada. Its resort-style amenities also make it a prime place for luxurious living, as highlights include multiple clubhouses, swimming pools, two 18-hole golf courses, and more.

Retirees can often find great part-time jobs during the summer months, especially if they live in a resort area or tourist town. However, fun summer jobs can be found around the country at local amusement parks, hotels, campgrounds and other vacation getaways. Here are eight ideas to get you started.

With a fabulous location, just five miles north of Sacramento, Heritage Park is a prime community for active adults who dream of retiring to Northern California. This mid-sized development features 965 homes, a spacious clubhouse and varied outdoor amenities. Residents can enjoy on-site activities, as well as convenient access to retail centers, restaurants and other entertainments.