Your Florida retirement in Lake Ashton might seem like one long, wonderful vacation – but the reality is, you’re probably going to want to take a real vacation every now and then. Florida offers an abundance of opportunities for day trips and short getaways that you’ll enjoy. Even better is that you can take your… Read More »
Vacationing with Your Dog is Part of a Happy Florida Retirement
Facebook Tips for Your Florida Retirement (Or How Not to Embarrass Your Teenage Grandchildren)
One of the fastest-growing groups of users on Facebook is retirees. Even as your Florida retirement keeps you busy with plenty of social and recreational activities, such as the amenitiesof Lake Ashton, you may join the millions of folks who find that Facebook lets them stay connected with family and friends across the country and… Read More »
Should Your Florida Retirement Plan Include Working?
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 »
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 »
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