It’s become part of a lifestyle choice: Today’s active retirees love the Florida retirement lifestyle but they also enjoy working. The solution is to look for a way to effectively combine the two. 1. Consider the impact on your Social Security benefits.If you’re thinking of working at least part-time as part of your Florida retirement… Read More »
Should Your Florida Retirement Plan Include Working?
Retiring in Florida? How To Deal with Sentimental “Stuff”
One of the challenges of retiring in Florida – or anywhere, for that matter – is what to do with all of the things you have that represent so many wonderful memories. Most of us have a hard enough time purging our meaningless junk, so it’s understandable how difficult it can be to get rid… Read More »
Tips for an Active, Healthy Florida Retirement
For most of us, retirement means some major lifestyle changes, especially if we’re moving from another part of the country to Florida. It’s a time of life when staying active and healthy is more important than ever. These tips will help make your Florida retirement years truly golden: • Stay physically active. Join a formal… Read More »
How to Manage the Transition to Retirement
“I married him for better or for worse, but not for lunch.” You’ve been dreaming of retiring in Florida for years, but have you thought about the transition process? Retirement is a major lifestyle change that requires preparation if it’s going to go smoothly. In other words, turning your dream into a truly happy reality… Read More »
What to Consider when Selecting a Retirement Destination
Thinking about where you’re going to retire? Florida retirement offers an abundance of lifestyle opportunities, but there’s a lot to consider before you make a final location choice, including: • Affordability and lifestyle. Can you afford the destinations you’re considering? You may have thoroughly enjoyed your vacation stay in a Swiss chalet or an Italian villa,… Read More »
Questions to Ask on an Active Adult Community Tour
Thinking about checking out some Florida active adult communities? When you take the tour, be sure to ask these questions: • What are the housing options? Your choices could range from single-family homes, zero-lot-line homes, townhomes, duplexes and condominiums. Be sure you’re touring the Florida active adult communities that offer the type of housing you… Read More »
Plan for the Retirement Lifestyle You Want
It’s never too early – or too late – to think about your retirement years and make plans to assure that you’ll be able to enjoy the lifestyle of your dreams. Whether you’re looking forward to a leisurely Florida retirement or you want to travel around the world, making it happen will take planning and… Read More »
Preparing for Holiday Guests
When you live near one of the world’s most popular vacation destinations, you can expect plenty of visits from family friends, especially during the holidays. This time of year will be even more special when you can show off your home in your retirement community in Florida and make your guests comfortable at the same… Read More »