The idea of downsizing is an appealing concept for many active adults looking to retire. Downsizing brings with it the ability for active adults to say goodbye to their overly spacious family homes and move into a much less costly home. Here's where to do it in Illinois.

Sometimes referred to as the Susquehanna River Valley, Central Pennsylvania is also comprised of several other regions. Many of its towns like Harrisburg and Lancaster are on 55+ homebuyers' radars because of their diversity, affordability, and off-the-beaten-path appeal.

Ocala is one of Central Florida's best-kept secrets. The region has its own lifestyle, which revolves around nature, horses, golfing, fishing, and arts & culture. In addition to all of those things, it's home to some of the most affordable retirement communities in Florida.

For the active adult lifestyle, the mandatory weather forecast would be sunny days in the wintertime and comfortable temperatures in the summer. San Diego, California offers just that. While the city is pricey, it's worth it, and affordable downsizing is possible.

As one of the fastest growing cities in the country Charlotte has a lot to offer from shopping, dining, and recreation options to countless choices when it comes to entertainment and well-known healthcare facilities. Here are five of the most popular gated-communities near Charlotte.

More than 29 million people hang their hats in the Lone Star State. Texas retirees can experience all kinds of cultures, flavors, and weather conditions--sometimes in the same day. But there's so much more to retiring in the Lone Star State. Check them out.

Avoiding maintenance and green fees for a sport you don't play is easy if you live in a 55+ community without a golf course. There are plenty near Philadelphia that do not offer golf, and have a wealth of other amenities. Click through to check them out.

There are several gated communities in the Tucson area catering to the active adult. Whether you wish to live closer to downtown, in the foothills of the nearby mountains, in a quieter desert location, by a golf course, or whether you wish to be closer to the airport.

For many, retirement means Florida and downsizing. Here's where you can get both. Downsizing comes with tons of benefits, such as lower mortgage and utility payments and less home maintenance. Who needs to clean extra bathrooms and mow large lawns? The Tampa Bay real estate market offers plenty of opportunities for homebuyers to move into a...

There are six active adult communities in Warren County. They blend rural and suburban areas, and have all of life's modern conveniences to meet active adult living needs. It may be off the beaten path, but Warren County could be just what you are looking for.