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    • The Best Lowest-Priced Communities in the Fort Mill Area

      by Amy Trainum on September 26th, 2019

      From a busy downtown area full of local eateries and shopping to popular golf courses and the 2,100-acre Anne Springs Close Greenway, there's plenty to see and do in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The area also offers more affordable housing prices than the much higher prices across the state line in nearby Charlotte.

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      • Fort Mill-Charlotte Area
      • Four Seasons at Gold Hill
      • Grayrock Village at Lake Ridge
      • Millbank
      • Northwestern South Carolina
      • South Carolina
      • Sun City Carolina Lakes

    • Mid-Atlantic 55+ Communities With Homes for Sale Under $200k

      by Kristina Gaddy on September 26th, 2019

      Many active adult communities in Maryland, Delaware, and Virginia include homes that list in the mid to high $100s. However, this low price-point makes them desirable, and they're not often on the market for long. Here are three communities with homes for sale under $200K, with a bonus community that almost makes the mark.

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      • Baltimore Area
      • Central Delaware
      • Central Maryland
      • Delaware
      • Dover Area
      • Eastern Virginia
      • Kingsmill
      • Leisure World of Maryland
      • Liberty Grove
      • Maryland
      • Northern Virginia
      • Southern Meadow
      • Virginia
      • Washington D.C. Area
      • Williamsburg Area

    • The Most Affordable Retirement Communities in Central New Jersey

      by Ellen Kershner on September 26th, 2019

      If living close to major urban centers, historical landmarks, and beautiful scenery are on your must-have list, Central New Jersey could be the perfect place for you to find the right active adult neighborhood. This region offers 103 retirement communities with new and resale homes at all different sizes and price points.

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      • Central New Jersey
      • Greenbriar
      • Middlesex County
      • Monmouth County
      • New Jersey
      • Shadow Lake Village
      • Surrey Downs
      • The Club at East Brunswick
      • The Villages NJ

    • Exploring the Active Adult Communities in Bonita Springs, Florida

      by Cari Oleskewicz on September 26th, 2019

      Bonita Springs is a convivial community on the Gulf of Mexico, just south of Fort Myers and north of Naples. It's easily accessible from Interstate 75; close to airports, shopping, and beaches; and an ideal community for active adults who may be thinking about a Florida retirement.

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      • Bonita Lakes
      • Carousel Cove at Bonita Fairways
      • Florida
      • Lighthouse Bay
      • Naples-Bonita Springs Area
      • Pelican Landing
      • Southwest Florida
      • Valencia Bonita

    • Moving to California? Here's Everything You Need to Know

      by Elizabeth Kang on September 26th, 2019

      Considering settling down in the Golden State? You're not alone. California is one of the most coveted states to retire in--one that many boomers put on their short list of dream retirement locations. To help make the decision of where to retire a bit more clear, here's our comprehensive guide to retiring in California.

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      • Active Adult Guides
      • Bakersfield Area
      • Bay Area
      • California
      • Central California
      • Central Coast Area
      • Inland Empire
      • Los Angeles Area
      • Northern California
      • Orange County
      • Palm Springs Area
      • Redding Area
      • Sacramento Area
      • San Diego Area
      • Southern California
      • Stockton-Modesto Area

    • What Active Adults Can Get for $250k in Illinois

      by Maddy Crozier on September 26th, 2019

      A Northern Illinois retirement offers several benefits, such as proximity to the world-class city of Chicago, abundant outdoor recreation opportunities throughout the area's parks and lakes, and the ability to live near family and friends. While the area certainly includes some luxury active adult communities, the region offers many more affordable options with homes under $250,000.

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      • Carillon Lakes
      • Chicago Area
      • Grand Haven
      • Illinois
      • Lake Barrington Shores
      • Northern Illinois
      • Saddlebrook Farms
      • Sun City Huntley

    • Central Arizona Communities With Homes for Sale Under $200k

      by Mike Gerrard on September 25th, 2019
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      If you're looking forward to an Arizona retirement, there are a number of Central Arizona communities with homes for sale under $200K. Indeed, some of the best lowest-priced communities in Central Arizona have homes for sale in the low $100s and even under $100K.

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      • Apache Wells
      • Arizona
      • Central Arizona
      • Dreamland Villa
      • Leisure World AZ
      • Phoenix Area
      • Province
      • Sun Lakes

    • Moving to Illinois? Here's Everything You Need to Know

      by Maddy Crozier on September 25th, 2019

      When it comes to an Illinois retirement, some active adults may have been planning it for a long time, while others might need a little more information before making a decision. Fortunately, Northern Illinois offers a diverse range of lifestyles, activities, and active adult communities for almost any retirement need.

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      • Active Adult Guides
      • Carillon
      • Carillon Club
      • Carillon Lakes
      • Carillon at Cambridge Lakes
      • Carillon at Stonegate
      • Chicago Area
      • Edgewater
      • Grand Haven
      • Illinois
      • Lake Barrington Shores
      • Northern Illinois
      • Shorewood Glen
      • Sun City Huntley
      • Villas at Southbury

    • 55+ Communities With Homes for Sale Under $150k in Lakeland and Winter Haven

      by Cari Oleskewicz on September 25th, 2019

      Active adults have been moving into the Lakeland/Winter Haven area because of its proximity to Tampa, Orlando, and other Central Florida cities. It's also full of freshwater lakes for fishing and boating, nature trails for hikers and bikers, and plenty of shopping, fine dining, and culture.

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      • Central Florida
      • Colonnades
      • Cypress Lakes
      • Florida
      • Foxwood Lake Estates
      • Hidden Creek
      • Highlands Ridge
      • Lakeland-Winter Haven Area

    • Real Estate Taxes: What to Know and What to Ask

      by Karl Schuster on September 24th, 2019
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      There are few universal truths in life and one of them is that no one enjoys paying taxes. Of course they fund our roads, local public works, emergency responders and other essential services but come tax time no one is thinking about that. You've worked hard to achieve a certain lifestyle in retirement and a big property tax bill can put a damper on enjoying the fruits of your labor.

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      • Finances
      • Homebuying
      • Resources

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