Some people just know. Right from the start, they know exactly where they want to live when they retire. Those are the lucky ones. For the rest of us (which is pretty much all of us), the process involves a lot of time spent weighing the different pros and cons of various retirement destinations. Time … Continue Reading » about Orlando vs. Jacksonville: Which City is Right for Your Retirement?
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The Beaumont at On Top of The World
The Beaumont is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom floorplan available to build at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL. Let’s take a look at it via this video from On Top of the World’s “Model Monday” video series: Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: With 2,202 sq. ft. of living … Continue Reading » about The Beaumont at On Top of The World
Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
I recently released my updated list of what I think are the best places to retire in Florida, but two real estate consulting firms, RCLCO and John Burns Real Estate Consulting, recently released their 2022 lists of the country’s 50 top-selling master-planned communities. It should come as no surprise that many of these top-selling communities … Continue Reading » about Top Selling Florida Communities of 2022
The Jade at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
One of the new floorplans available at the 55+ community Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach is called the Jade. It has 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 4th Bedroom, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 3-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan … Continue Reading » about The Jade at Valencia Grand in Boynton Beach
Maintenance-Free Living at On Top of the World in Ocala
Most people retiring to Florida are not excited about the idea of doing yard work and other homeowner maintenance, so they are on the hunt for communities that offer maintenance-free living. But “maintenance-free” means different things in different places, so you really have to dig into the details everywhere you look to see what it … Continue Reading » about Maintenance-Free Living at On Top of the World in Ocala
Regency at Babcock Ranch 55+ Community
Since it opened in late 2023, I’ve had several readers sign contracts for new homes in solar-powered community Babcock Ranch’s first 55+ neighborhood, called Regency at Babcock Ranch. Why it matters: Located about 30 minutes from Fort Myers in Southwest Florida, Babcock Ranch has been one of the most popular communities among my readers, especially … Continue Reading » about Regency at Babcock Ranch 55+ Community
New Orlando Area 55+ Communities
In this article, I’ll look at the many 55-plus communities in the Orlando area, but first, a confession. As a native Floridian hailing from a different part of the state (east coast), I always swore that of all the great places in Florida, I would NEVER live in Orlando. Too crowded, too much traffic, and … Continue Reading » about New Orlando Area 55+ Communities
The Seabreeze at Valencia Trails in Naples
One of the models on display at 55+ community Valencia Trails in Naples is called the Seabreeze. It has 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms, a Den/Game Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 3-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes together: With 2,620 sq. ft. … Continue Reading » about The Seabreeze at Valencia Trails in Naples
The Abaco Model in Valencia at Riverland
The Abaco is one of the models on display at the Valencia at Riverland 55+ community in Port St. Lucie, FL. This 1,672 sq. ft. living area home has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, a Den/Optional 3rd Bedroom, a Great Room, a screened and covered patio, and a 2-car garage. Let’s go inside and take a … Continue Reading » about The Abaco Model in Valencia at Riverland
Kings Point at Sun City Center Review
Read our review of Kings Point Sun City Center with full details on the location, amenities, HOA fees, and home prices.