retirement: Palm Beach County – The Retirement Mecca of Southeast Florida - 12/23/11 06:13 AM
Florida-bound active adult retirees can choose to settle in many fabulous destinations. There are sunny beaches, tranquil lakes, varied attractions and luxurious age-restricted communities spread throughout the Sunshine State. In Southeast Florida, one retirement hot spot is beautiful Palm Beach County.
Palm Beach County is one of Florida’s largest counties. It spans 1,971 square miles of land, not including its 488,000-acre Lake Okeechobee. This diverse county includes a 45-mile stretch of coastal shoreline, known as the Gold Coast, as well as the lush Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. In fact, Palm Beach County is larger than two states: Delaware and Rhode Island.
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retirement: The Parke at Ocean Pines, Ocean Pines, Maryland Active Adult - 12/22/11 04:30 PM
Ocean Pines is a large master-planned community set in the gorgeous coastal town of Ocean Pines, Maryland. Within this large community is The Parke at Ocean Pines offering lovely homes for buyers age 55 and better. Residents are drawn to the natural beauty of the area and luxury amenities including a yacht club, 18-hole golf course, on-site restaurant and much more.
The Parke was built between 2001 and 2004 and is now comprised of 503 homes. Homebuyers can select from single-family homes or attached villas priced from the high $100’s to the high $300’s. The well-cared for resale homes in … (0 comments)

retirement: If Women Designed the Perfect Retirement Home, It Would Include… - 12/22/11 07:37 AM
In active adult communities, builders design homes to meet the needs of both men and women. But what if women were given a chance to design their own perfect retirement homes? Would they include the same features that men enjoy, or would women have their own approach?
Here are a few of our thoughts on some features that women would particularly enjoy:
A Walk-In Closet the Size of a Bedroom
The ultimate walk-in closet would be one replaced by a full fledged dressing room complete with appropriate clothing racks, shoe storage and full length mirrors. And don’t forget an upholstered chair … (4 comments)

retirement: Cranberry Creek, Little Egg Harbor, New Jersey - 12/21/11 04:29 PM
Set in Ocean County, New Jersey, Cranberry Creek is an intimate sized active adult community of just 325 homes. Residents here enjoy single-story ranch homes set in an ideal location just minutes from the famous Jersey Shore beaches in the rural town of Little Egg Harbor.
Cranberry Creek was built between 2004 and 2010 by the Kleiner Group. Today interested homebuyers can select from resale homes attractively priced from the high $100’s to the mid $200’s. There are five unique floor plans ranging from 1,240 to 2,314 square feet, all of which are single-story, ranch style homes. The floor plans … (2 comments)

retirement: Active Adult Communities Aren’t Just For Social People - 12/20/11 03:16 PM
Some people are drawn to active adult communities for their many social opportunities, and others stay away for exactly the same reason. They worry that 55+ communities are filled with social butterflies and cheery Activities Directors who will be beating down their door to come join a club or take up a new hobby.
While social opportunities are often touted as part of a development’s amenities, they are in no way an obligatory part of living in an active adult community. Clubs, social events and classes are available for those who want to make use of them. Those who are less … (0 comments)

retirement: Springfield, Chandler, Arizona - 12/20/11 04:36 AM
Springfield in Chandler Arizona is an intimate sized 55+ community by Pulte Homes offering residents an extensive collection of amenities. With just 749 homes, this gated community offers a tight-knit neighborhood feel as compared to the much larger Arizona active adult communities, many of which have thousands of homes. The collection of amenities and the line-up of social events is so extensive, residents can stay as busy as they want in this vibrant 55+ community.
Built between 1996 and 2000 by Pulte Homes (prior to the Pulte Homes acquisition of Del Webb), Springfield is located in the Southern edge of … (0 comments)

retirement: 7 New Ways Active Adults Can Improve Fitness in 2012 - 12/19/11 02:32 PM
With the New Year right around the corner, many people are turning their thoughts toward healthy resolutions such as improving their fitness. Fortunately there are many exercises which active adults can use to get in shape without putting excessive strain on their bodies.
1. Yoga
Yoga comes in many flavors, but there are many styles of practice which are ideal for active adults. Gentle yin yoga improves flexibility and relieves stress, while more active yang yoga also builds strength and cardiovascular fitness. Anyone can learn to practice yoga, but the key to steady improvement is to work at your own pace … (3 comments)

retirement: Lake Providence by Del Webb, Mt. Juliet, Tennessee Active Adult - 12/17/11 03:25 AM
Lake Providence by Del Webb is a gated active adult community just seventeen miles from Nashville, the “Music City” of the USA.  Nashville is known world-wide for its fantastic music scene including the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame. This vibrant city offers everything from music and dance to historic sites and cultural attractions.
Residents of Del Webb Lake Providence also enjoy everyday conveniences just minutes from home in Mt. Juliet and surrounding towns. There are major shopping malls and outlets, national retailers and one-of-a-kind boutique shops as well as plenty of options for casual or … (0 comments)

retirement: Orange County, California 55+ Active Adult Living - 12/15/11 04:07 PM
In California, Orange County is known for its sun-drenched beaches, impressive golf courses and upscale living. But the area also boasts distinctive shopping centers, fantastic restaurants, diverse entertainment venues and beautiful active adult communities. Orange County is an ideal retirement destination for active adults looking for an exciting vacation or a sunny retirement location.
California generally enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, dry summers and wet, mild winters. In Orange County, the weather is perfect for outdoor activities year-round. The hot summer days are cooled by ocean breezes and the cool winters are warmed by sunny skies.
With such a temperate … (0 comments)

retirement: Province, Maricopa, Arizona - 12/14/11 07:09 AM
Desert bound retirees in search of the best in active adult living will find everything they’ve been looking for at Province in Maricopa, Arizona. This 55+ community was once honored as the best active adult community in the U.S. by the National Association of Home Builders.  Province opened in 2004 and is being developed by Meritage Homes. Gorgeous desert surroundings, luxury amenities, an exciting social atmosphere and attractively priced homes all combine to create a highly sought after Arizona retirement destination community.
The town of Maricopa is a quiet desert oasis about 38 miles south of Phoenix. Over the past … (0 comments)

retirement: The Village Grande at English Mill, Egg Harbor, New Jersey - 12/13/11 02:52 PM
New Jersey retirees have fabulous active adult communities to choose from including The Village Grande at English Mill in Egg Harbor, NJ.  This 55+ community by D.R. Horton opened in 2006 and is planned to have 397 homes upon completion. With pricing from the high $100’s, this attractively priced community is perfect for the retiree in search of a budget friendly community that also boasts luxury amenities.
The clubhouse at this intimate sized New Jersey active adult community offers 10,000 square feet of fun. The Grande Club features a wide variety of amenities to encourage a physically fit and socially … (2 comments)

retirement: Leisure World, Lansdowne, Virginia - 12/10/11 03:03 PM
Just 25 miles from Washington D.C. is the active adult community known as Leisure World Virginia.  This gated, 55+ community offers maintenance-free condominium living with attractive pricing from the high $100’s.  Built between 1998 and 2010, Leisure World offers a premier location, wonderful amenities plus an exciting social environment.
The on-site amenities within this unique Virginia active adult community include a bank, chapel, convenience store, restaurant and a hair salon. Also within the community is an amazing clubhouse with 50,000 square feet of fun! Features include a state-of-the-art fitness center with an aerobics studio and on-site personal trainers, an indoor … (0 comments)

retirement: Del Webb Proposes New Community in Durham, NC - 12/10/11 06:48 AM
The Durham News recently reported that PulteGroup has won City Council approval for a new active adult community in Durham County. While the plans are in their early stages, the new Del Webb community has been zoned for 1,314 units. This is great news for active adults in North Carolina’s Raleigh-Durham area, and another step in the right direction for the recovering housing market.
There was a time when East Coast retirees only saw North Carolina as a state to drive through on their way to Florida. Yet over the past decade or so, the Tar Heel State has grown to … (0 comments)

retirement: Del Webb Active Adult Communities in Illinois - 12/07/11 01:47 AM
Del Webb offers fantastic active adult communities all across the country, including non-traditional retirement destinations such as Illinois.  Since the late 1990’s, Del Webb has been offering 55+ living for Illinois retirees and today there are four fantastic Del Webb communities in the greater Chicagoland area. Sun City Huntley was Del Webb’s very first active adult community in the entire Midwest. Today this resort-style community is nearly sold out with nearly 5,500 homes sold since opening in 1998.
Sun City Huntley by Del Webb This resort-style community offers a wide variety of home styles, luxury amenities and a fantastic lifestyle. … (1 comments)

retirement: How to Retire When You Are Broke - 12/05/11 01:59 PM
While retirement might be out of reach if you are truly broke, it may still be possible when your nest egg is much smaller than you had expected it would be. There are many ways to cut back on costs or supplement your income during retirement. Of course, you may have to get creative with your expenses and adjust your expectations to make it work.
Most people carry some kind of mental picture about their ideal retirement. Maybe it includes traveling the world, living in a country club community, sailing, fishing, golfing or any number of other activities. But when anyone … (0 comments)

retirement: Active Adult Community Versus Retirement Home – What’s the Difference? - 12/02/11 08:44 AM
When some people first hear the term “active adult community,” they imagine some common misconceptions. Active adult communities are often confused with elderly care or senior living, when in reality they are more like Country Clubs or living at a resort.
Although active adult communities are geared toward older residents, and often have a specific age-restriction, they are very different from retirement homes. Active adult communities promote an active social life, but they are not a collection of group homes. They may be close to excellent medical facilities, but they do not offer assisted living.
In many ways, active adult communities … (1 comments)

retirement: 5 Step Checklist to Find the Ideal Active Adult Community - 11/30/11 08:44 AM
There are many factors which go into choosing an active adult community, particularly when you are planning to relocate to a new location. Some items are more important to one homebuyer than they are for another, so it’s best for you to rank your priorities according to what means the most to you.
 
1. Rank your priorities from most important to least important.
Some typical priorities when relocating include choosing the climate (e.g. arid, tropical or four seasons), environment (coastal, desert or mountain) and population density (rural, urban or suburban). When it comes to the actual community, your priorities are … (1 comments)

retirement: Sun City Peachtree by Del Webb, Griffin, Georgia Active Adult - 11/29/11 07:20 AM
Small town charm meets big city convenience at Sun City Peachtree by Del Webb. This luxurious active adult community is tucked away in the charming town of Griffin, just 35 miles south of Atlanta. Residents enjoy world-class amenities, the famous Del Webb lifestyle and perfectly designed ranch homes attractively priced from the low $100’s to the low $300’s.
The Del Webb homes at Sun City Peachtree were all designed with the active adult home buyer in mind. They feature open floor plans, spacious great rooms, airy kitchens, relaxing master suites and ample closet spaces. Interested home buyers can select from resale … (0 comments)

retirement: Ventana Lakes, Peoria, Arizona - 11/28/11 01:59 AM
Ventana Lakes is a nature enthusiasts dream with nine sparkling community lakes and tranquil waterfalls. Scenic walking trails wind throughout this unique active adult community where residents are encouraged to enjoy fishing or paddleboat activities on the numerous community lakes. In addition to water recreation, Ventana Lakes also features a wonderful clubhouse boasting an exciting line-up of amenities.
The Yacht Club is the resident clubhouse at this popular Arizona 55+ community. Here residents enjoy a comprehensive fitness center with an aerobics studio, sauna and steam rooms. There is a relaxing library perfect for catching up on the latest book club … (2 comments)

retirement: Enjoy the Great Northwest in Portland, Oregon - 11/25/11 07:31 AM
Though many people imagine sunny shorelines or arid deserts when picturing ideal retirement destinations, not everyone wants to lie on a beach or live under the clear desert sky. In Oregon, the city of Portland offers a lush, Northwestern getaway which appeals to many active adult retirees.
Considered one of the most environmentally friendly cities in the world, Portland promotes a low-carbon environment where both people and the natural environment are incorporated into city living. Parks and gardens are plentiful, while the renowned Portland Farmers Market operates six weekly markets from spring through fall. The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability sponsors … (0 comments)