Active adult communities and 55+ trends are always evolving. Builders and developers are constantly pushing the envelope to offer retirees and active adults new and exciting amenities. You’ll find the latest trends and news surrounding both here so you’ll know everything you need to in order to make an informed decision.
Many retirees and active adults leave behind their regular residences for a warmer climate when temperatures begin to drop. This migratory group has earned the name of snowbirds. While taking up the snowbird mantle takes some careful preparation, this handy rental guide can help you get started.
Many active adults don’t believe that snowbirding is an achievable dream. Most people believe owning two homes and traveling back and forth between them is expensive. But, it doesn’t necessarily have to be. Here are 5 tips for being a snowbird on a budget.
In a recent survey of snowbirds, 55places.com found that a number of them were planning to avoid snowbirding this winter. There are good reasons not to travel in the current climate, but what should you do with your snowbird property if you choose not to travel?
With snowbirds across the country weighing the pros and cons of snowbirding this year, 55places.com surveyed more than 1,200 snowbirds to see where they stood with their decision to travel during the 2021-2022 season. Since last year’s survey yielded such interesting results, we wanted to see what changed since last year.
Whether you’re still trying to figure out how to be a snowbird or you already have years of experience, this guide offers helpful information, tips, and resources to make the most of your winters in paradise. Start here and make your snowbirding dreams a reality.
Villa and patio home are used interchangeably, making house hunting even more confusing. You should always make sure to distinguish the two when visiting these properties or talking with your realtor. Depending on your style, preferences, and budget, a patio or villa home might have everything that you’re looking for.
Downsizing is more than moving into a smaller home–it involves downsizing all of your possessions and even changing your way of thinking. To help get you started, we put together a guide to downsizing more than your home. Here are some ideas for how to downsize different aspects of your life.
Villas can be defined differently in different 55+ communities, so it’s vital to know what a particular community’s definition of a villa is. Some use the word villa to indicate a large detached home, with a nod to those original luxury residences. For the most part, though, villas are at the other end of the price range.
Downsizing is appealing to many active adults, whether they don’t need the extra space from their large family home, they want to cut back on their living expenses, or they want to live in a community with like-minded individuals. Active adults who are dreaming of scaling down in their retirement can follow this guide to downsizing.
It’s often said that moving is one of the most stressful things that people can do, and it can feel difficult to even know where to start. But it doesn’t have to be that way. We put together our ultimate guide to moving for 55+ active adults to make your move easier and more organized.
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We’re changing the way people 55 and older are searching for their perfect next place. With a national network of hand-selected real estate experts, plus comprehensive information, unbiased content, and on-the-go insight about thousands of communities across the country, we’re a trusted resource paving the way from here to home. Whether you’re interested in a low-maintenance single-level residence, an active lifestyle or age-qualified community, an intimate enclave, or anything in between, we can help you make your next move the best one yet.
We’re changing the way people 55 and older are searching for their perfect next place. With a national network of hand-selected real estate experts, plus comprehensive information, unbiased content, and on-the-go insight about thousands of communities across the country, we’re a trusted resource paving the way from here to home. Whether you’re interested in a low-maintenance single-level residence, an active lifestyle or age-qualified community, an intimate enclave, or anything in between, we can help you make your next move the best one yet.
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