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The Clarion 55+ Model in Telaro at Tradition

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 30, 2024

The Clarion model, located in the 55+ neighborhood Telaro at Tradition in Port St. Lucie, offers 2,351 square feet of pure livability. With a thoughtfully designed flow through a welcoming foyer, past a charming flex room, into an expansive open kitchen, dining, and great room, every detail in the Clarion is inviting. Let’s go inside … Continue Reading » about The Clarion 55+ Model in Telaro at Tradition

The Champagne Villa in Brightmore at Wellen Park

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: October 15, 2025

One of the new villa floorplans available at the 55+ community Brightmore at Wellen Park in Venice is called the Champagne. This 1,754 sq. ft. paired villa has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a “Flex” room, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: … Continue Reading » about The Champagne Villa in Brightmore at Wellen Park

55+ Homes for Sale in Tradition

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 25, 2024

Tradition is a master-planned community in Port Saint Lucie comprised of several neighborhoods, some of which are designated 55+ communities. Like most communities that have been around for a number of years, you’ll see that there are a number of resales available listed down below. If you are focused on newer homes, the newest 55+ … Continue Reading » about 55+ Homes for Sale in Tradition

Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 15, 2025

If you’ve been following along on the blog and in my newsletter this year, you’ve probably seen me mention Valencia Ridge, a brand new 55+ community from GL Homes that just opened in the Tampa area in 2024. They’ve just released a lifestyle video that shows what living here will be like for residents: All … Continue Reading » about Valencia Ridge Lifestyle Video

Cost of Living in Tampa

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 11, 2025

Despite the popularity of places like Ocala and The Villages in the middle of the state, survey after survey reveals that the part of Florida my readers are most interested in learning more about is the Tampa area. But does retiring in the Tampa area make financial sense? Let’s take a closer look! Home Prices … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Tampa

Lakes at Harmony 55+ Community Video

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 15, 2025

The Lakes at Harmony is the newest 55+ community from Jones Homes USA in St. Cloud, FL. Experience active adult living at its best, with an exclusive clubhouse and pool for Lakes at Harmony residents, as well as Harmony’s signature golf course and clubhouse, Town Center, community events, walking trails, and more. Harmony is more … Continue Reading » about Lakes at Harmony 55+ Community Video

The Ibis at Valencia Ridge

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 5, 2025

Valencia Ridge, the newest 55+ community in the Tampa area, has not been open for very long, but one model has already established itself as the top-selling model here. The Ibis is a two-bedroom, two-bathroom model with 1,807 sq. ft. of living area. It also includes a den, a great room, and a two-car garage. … Continue Reading » about The Ibis at Valencia Ridge

Photo Gallery: Grand Palm

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 5, 2025

Grand Palm is a beautiful, amenity-rich, nature-focused community in Venice, which is exactly what resort living should be like. Take a look: Grand Palm residents enjoy easy access to downtown Venice and beaches (20 minutes away) and a multitude of activities right in their own backyard with an on-site activities coordinator, state-of-the-art fitness facility, pickleball … Continue Reading » about Photo Gallery: Grand Palm

Wellen Park Retirement Guide

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 21, 2026

The Venice area on Florida’s west coast has seen a lot of demand and growth in recent years and that’s thanks in large part to the development of Wellen Park. Wellen Park is a master-planned community that is home to several different neighborhoods, shops, restaurants, and lots of amenities for residents (and non-residents) to enjoy. … Continue Reading » about Wellen Park Retirement Guide

Cost of Living in Ocala

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: August 26, 2025

Ocala is almost always at or near the top of the list of the most affordable places to live in Florida, and you’re about to see why. As most retirees are looking for ways to stretch their nest egg and not have to worry about out of control costs eating away at their hard-earned savings, … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Ocala

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