Seven Florida communities have made the 50 Top-Selling Master Planned Communities for 2011 list put out by John Burns Real Estate Consulting. You probably won’t be surprised by the community holding the top spot: The Villages, FL. The Villages leads all Florida communities, but not only that, they top the entire list with 2,307 homes … Continue Reading » about 7 Florida Communities Make 2011 Top-Selling List
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Florida CDD Fees: What You Need To Know
A community development district (or CDD for short) is a special purpose government framework permitted by Florida Statutes and used by local governments and developers to shift the burden of developing infrastructure, maintaining roads and landscaping, building clubhouses, and other improvements to the homeowners in that district or area. In this article, we’re going to … Continue Reading » about Florida CDD Fees: What You Need To Know
Retirement Living in the Florida Keys
There are some places that are nice to visit, but you wouldn’t want to live there. The Florida Keys is perfect whether visiting for a weekend or deciding to make it a permanent home. An idyllic tropical setting at the tip of the United States combined with a myriad of recreation, entertainment, and cultural opportunities … Continue Reading » about Retirement Living in the Florida Keys
Amelia Island for Retirement
Amelia Island, situated just off the East Coast of Florida and about 45 minutes away from Jacksonville, has been a popular vacation and 2nd home destination for years. Baby boomers are also now considering it as a potential retirement community destination. Known as the “Isle of Eight Flags”, Amelia Island has a rich history. It … Continue Reading » about Amelia Island for Retirement
Are You Ready for Some Florida Seafood?
While our site focuses primarily on Florida retirement communities, everybody still has to eat, right? With the second largest coastline in the U.S., it’s no wonder many folks associate Florida with seafood. Floridians, on average, consume more than twice the amount of seafood than other people in the U.S. Also, more than 80 different varieties … Continue Reading » about Are You Ready for Some Florida Seafood?
Florida Mosquitos: What you need to know
If you’ve been in Florida looking around at the various retirement communities for more than 15 minutes, you have encountered the mosquito. Dubbed “little fly” by early Spanish explorers, this flying pest can be found throughout the state. In fact, Florida has more species of mosquitoes than any other state. Currently, researchers at the University … Continue Reading » about Florida Mosquitos: What you need to know
Lakewood Ranch – Lakewood Ranch, FL
If you are looking for a great waterfront environment that just happens to have everything that you need in one area, the Lakewood Ranch community is certainly a great place to start. This 8,500 acre master-planned community is phenomenal with seven villages to choose from for your living preferences. Located on Florida’s Gulf coast in … Continue Reading » about Lakewood Ranch – Lakewood Ranch, FL
Most Bike Friendly Florida Cities
We wrote a few days ago how some active adults communities are targeting motorcycle enthusiasts. But Florida is also very conducive to another activity on two wheels, bicycling. Bicycling Magazine recently came out with their list of America’s Top 50 Bike-Friendly Cities and two Florida cities made the list. Gainesville which is a college town … Continue Reading » about Most Bike Friendly Florida Cities
55+ Community Marketing Not Just About Golf Anymore
When you think about most retirement communities in Florida and the amenities and activities they offer, you usually think about golf. It’s no secret that Florida golf retirement communities prevail, at least in terms of popularity. But these days, as baby boomers are so diverse in the types of activities they enjoy, over 55 communities … Continue Reading » about 55+ Community Marketing Not Just About Golf Anymore
Solivita – Poinciana, FL
Solivita is a gated, 55-plus central Florida retirement community located just 20 miles south of Walt Disney World in Poinciana, FL. Developed by Avatar Homes, there are currently 17 furnished model homes to see there and 23 floor plans to choose from. If amenities is high on your list when considering a central Florida retirement … Continue Reading » about Solivita – Poinciana, FL