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Interview with The Villages Newcomers

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 1, 2024

I recently sat down with the stars of the most popular YouTube show dedicated to The Villages, The Villages Newcomers. Other than my not knowing where to look the entire time (I’m an interview newbie, haha!) we had a great chat! We talked about: You can watch our interview right here: If you’d like to … Continue Reading » about Interview with The Villages Newcomers

Everything You Should Know About Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: February 10, 2025

This might come as a surprise to you, but new cities are still being created here in Florida. One of the newest Florida cities is called Westlake, which is located in Palm Beach County, between Wellington and Palm Beach Gardens, and it is home to Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake: Westlake got it’s start in … Continue Reading » about Everything You Should Know About Cresswind Palm Beach at Westlake

Get to Know Avalon Trails in Delray Beach

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 31, 2023

Avalon Trails is a 55+ community in Delray Beach with 105 single family homes and 208 attached villas.

Del Webb BayView Retirement Review

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 2, 2025

Del Webb BayView is located in Parrish, FL, which is about halfway between Tampa and Sarasota, a roughly 30-minute drive to each, and about 25 minutes (much of it on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge) to St. Petersburg. Because most Del Webb communities in Florida offer pretty much the same amenities and floorplans, the main things … Continue Reading » about Del Webb BayView Retirement Review

48 Hours in Marco Island

by Andrew Selby | Updated: August 12, 2023

Located about an hour south of Southwest Florida International Airport and Fort Myers, Marco Island is the southernmost tourist destination along Florida’s Gulf Coast. This vacation paradise brings the feel of the keys up to the mainland in a way that you won’t find anywhere else in Florida. Where to Stay: JW Marriott Marco Island … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Marco Island

Why These Dog Lovers Chose On Top of the World for Retirement

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 16, 2024

For lots of people reading this website, deciding where to retire is not only a decision for them, they must also choose the right place for their pets. I came across this video with Patrick and Joanne talking about what they love about On Top of the World in Ocala and why they chose it. … Continue Reading » about Why These Dog Lovers Chose On Top of the World for Retirement

The Oxford Attached Villa at Valencia Bonita

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 19, 2024

The Oxford is a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom attached villa at the Valencia Bonita 55+ community in Bonita Springs, which sits about halfway between Fort Myers and Naples on the west coast of Florida. It also has an office/den which could also be turned into a 3rd bedroom if you wanted. It is just slightly larger than … Continue Reading » about The Oxford Attached Villa at Valencia Bonita

48 Hours in Dunedin

by Andrew Selby | Updated: August 10, 2026

Located just north of Clearwater and under an hour from the Tampa International Airport, Dunedin is a small-town paradise with almost four miles of beautifully relaxing waterfront to enjoy. If a quiet Gulf-side weekend away from tourist destinations is what you need, this is the perfect place to consider. Where to Stay: Fenway Hotel It’s … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Dunedin

The Arlington at On Top of The World

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 15, 2023

The Arlington is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3 car garage floorplan available to build at On Top of the World in Ocala, FL. Let’s take a look 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 2,171 sq. ft. of … Continue Reading » about The Arlington at On Top of The World

Ormond Renaissance – 55+ Condo Living in The Birthplace of Speed

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 8, 2022

A lot of people think that Daytona Beach is “The Birthplace of Speed” but that distinction actually goes to Ormond Beach. According to the city’s website: “In 1903, the smooth, hard-packed sands of Ormond Beach became a proving ground for automobile inventors and drivers. These first speed tournaments in the US earned Ormond the title … Continue Reading » about Ormond Renaissance – 55+ Condo Living in The Birthplace of Speed

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