Best Golf Communities in California
by Robert Borges on July 17, 2019From the coast to the Bay Area to the desert valley of Coachella, let’s tee off on a few of the best golf communities in California.
Best Gated Communities on Florida’s Gulf Coast
by Robert Borges on July 16, 2019If privacy, security, and a strong sense of neighborly camaraderie are things you desire—and you want to couple that with your dream of living on (or near) the beach, you won’t find better options than these gated communities on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Gardening Tips for Seniors
by Rose Weber, Garden Care Extraordinaire and Home Decorator on July 10, 2019Here are gardening tips for seniors to make sure your time in the garden is fruitful and fun.
Best 55 Plus Communities in North Carolina
by Robert Borges on June 17, 2019Sit back, relax, and prepare to immerse yourself in the diversity of coastal regions, scenic mountains, and metropolitan areas that make the Tar Heel State such a dynamic and desirable retirement destination for active adults 55 and over.
Top 10 Best Retirement States for Golfers
by Robert Borges on June 6, 2019As you prepare to officially call it a career and transition to a life of golf, leisure, fun recreational activities, country club spoils...and more golf, here’s a list of the top retirement states for golfers to help kick-start your search.
5 Questions to Ask Before Joining a Country Club
by Robert Borges on June 5, 2019To really determine which club is the best fit, here are some fundamental questions you should ask before joining a country club.
Getting Your Parents to Declutter – Finding the Magic
by Scott McCain, President of Paragon Home Resources on May 13, 2019Making a transition into senior living will likely be an emotional experience for most parents. Here are three tips to help you through the process.
8 Steps for a Perfect Pre-Retirement Assessment
by Rick Pendykoski, Owner, Self Directed Retirement Plans LLC on May 10, 2019Retirees need to put extra thought into budget planning in order to stay within a fixed income. Here's a guide to a perfect pre-retirement assessment to help you stay on track.
Best Golf Equipment for Seniors
by Robert Borges on April 18, 2019Whether you’re currently searching for a golf retirement community, already settled into one, or are just a 55+ active adult who loves to hit the links and live the clubhouse lifestyle, we’re here to share some tips for senior golfers that will help maximize your game.
Smart Home Features to Make Retirement Life Easier
by Robert Borges on April 15, 2019As baby boomers grow older and reach senior status, more and more of them are choosing to “age in place.” If you are planning on aging in place, it may soon be time to consider smart home technology to ease the transition into your older years.
Should You Buy or Rent in Retirement?
by Robert Borges on April 15, 2019As leaf raking gives way to snow shoveling, then right into spring cleanup and months of lawn mowing, more and more baby boomers are starting to ask themselves, “Does it make sense to rent in retirement?”
5 Ways to Stay Active As You Age
by Robert Borges on April 11, 2019As well as improving our physical health, exercise is also highly beneficial for improving mood and mental well-being. Here are 5 different ways to stay active as we get older.
The Best Ski Towns to Retire In
by Robert Borges on April 9, 2019Attention all rippers with a penchant to ply the pow-pow. Or in less gnar, more formal terms, if you’re an active adult closing in on retirement who enjoys skiing, you may be looking for advice on some of the best ski communities to call home. Read on! Here, we’ll get waist deep and explore a few of the best ski towns to retire in.
Best Golf Communities in Texas
by Robert Borges on April 3, 2019For active adults, retirees, or just straight up golf lovers looking for permanent or vacation living rooted in the Texas country club lifestyle, here’s your guide to a few of the best golf communities in Texas.
Best Waterfront Communities in Virginia
by Robert Borges on March 19, 2019Whether you dream of retiring on the water, or you are just looking for the perfect waterfront home for your family, here is a list to kick-start your research, featuring some of the best waterfront communities in Virginia.
Find Your Niche (and Your People) in an Affinity Community
by Robert Borges on March 6, 2019Learn about the growing trend of niche or affinity retirement communities, where people of similar interests, cultures, religions, professional backgrounds, or lifestyles decide to live in the same place.
Why Active Adults Love Del Webb Communities
by Robert Borges on February 25, 2019Del Webb's long and reputable history of building 55+ age-restricted communities began in 1960, and today is stronger than ever. Find out what makes these communities so popular among active adults.
The Future of Active Adult Communities
by Brittany Waddell on February 8, 2019Active adult communities are continuously evolving to meet the ever-changing demands of 55+ homebuyers. Let’s take a look at the latest trends and developments in active adult communities.
How to Use Pinterest to Find Your Retirement Community
by Robert Borges on January 25, 2019Did you know Pinterest is a great tool for researching retirement communities? Learn how to save communities from the PCR website right to your Pinterest account so you can look and compare later.
Why Pickleball is the Perfect Activity for the 55+ Community
by Robert Borges on January 15, 2019The tennis, ping pong and badminton-inspired game has caught fire in America, but it’s the dedication from individuals 55+ that has made the sport a staple at active adult communities.
Equity vs. Non-Equity Golf Club Memberships
by Robert Borges on January 15, 2019Are you considering joining a private golf club but having trouble deciphering the different club membership types? We can help!
Best Retirement Beach Towns in Florida
by Robert Borges on January 11, 2019We’re here to kick-start your Sunshine State research with a few of the best Florida beach towns with retirement communities.
Top Communities for Outdoor Enthusiasts
by Robert Borges on December 5, 2018Here, we’ll explore the best places for active adults to retire. And retirement aside, these are some of the best places to live for outdoor lovers of all types and ages.
The 5 Best Cities for Golf Lovers
by Robert Borges on November 28, 2018Families, retirees, active adults over 55—if you’re looking to settle down in one of the country’s top golf destinations, here are a few suggestions for the best U.S. cities for year-round golf.
Most Affordable Golf Communities in Florida
by Robert Borges on November 28, 2018We did the research so you don’t have to—and compiled a list covering several distinct regions throughout this retirement haven. Here are five of the most affordable golf communities in Florida.
Health Benefits of Gardening for Seniors
by Robert Borges on October 30, 2018A fresh, flowering garden full of vibrant colors and scents can be appealing both visually and spiritually. But did you know that tending to a garden can also be great for your health?
Top 10 Reasons to Retire in North Carolina
by Robert Borges on October 23, 2018Retirement living in North Carolina can be rewarding on many levels, so take a look at some of the reasons the Tar Heel State might be right for you.
No Tricks, All Treats with These Retirement Discovery Packages
by Robert Borges on October 17, 2018What really is the best way to decide on a retirement community when you’ve narrowed down your options? By treating yourself to all-inclusive discovery packages!
Retire in the Keystone State
June 30, 2017In 2017, Pennsylvania was ranked by WalletHub as one of the best states to retire in. Read on to learn more about the benefits of retiring in Pennsylvania.
Five Outdoor Activities to Enjoy This Spring
February 28, 2017Spring is the time to enjoy all of the activities and recreation of the great outdoors. Here are five ways to get outdoors and be active this spring.
5 Benefits of Living in a 55+ Community
February 14, 2017Considering living in a 55+ community? Check out these five benefits to help you decide.
Retire in America's Most Romantic City
January 31, 2017Retirees are falling in love with Charleston, named “America’s Most Romantic City” by Travel + Leisure magazine. A growing number of 55+ communities are popping up around the charming southern city, offering a revitalizing sense of adventure for active adults.
What is a 55+ Community?
by Kyle F. Reinson on March 2, 201555+ communities are popular real estate offerings attractive to retirees and pre-retirees. Here’s an explanation of their unique characteristics and how they continue to evolve.
'Checkbook IRAs' Let You Invest Retirement Funds in Real Estate
by Lew Sichelman on August 16, 2013Lil Miller-Fox's individual retirement account has three bedrooms, two baths and a two-car garage.
Invest IRA Funds in Real Estate – Buy Retirement House Now
May 16, 2013Lil Miller-Fox had heard about a less cumbersome way to invest her retirement savings into a house or other rental property. But the co-founder of a popular web site that helps people identify future retirement property never knew of anyone who actually did so.
What Makes a Sustainable, Green Community?
by John Meyers on November 22, 2010We hear these words spoken more frequently as people shift towards wanting to live more sustainably on the planet and help take better care of Mother Nature. How can one tell the difference between a truly green community offering a sustainable way of life, and slick marketing that is mostly “greenwashing”?
Second Homes in Private Communities Sometimes Hidden Gems
by Lew Sichelman on October 15, 2010There's a whole other world of master-planned communities that often go unnoticed by even the most savvy second home seeker. Buyers from all over America can miss these opportunities because they often do not appear on public multiple listing service (MLS) databases sorted by zip code, price point and other search terms designed to appeal to a wider variety of shoppers.
Sale-Leaseback
by Lew Sichelman on October 15, 2010A few years away from retirement but still not quite ready to pull the trigger and buy a place in paradise? Maybe you're eager to buy but not interested in moving just yet? Then you might want to take advantage of a little-known opportunity to buy now and occupy later. It's not common knowledge, but builders in many amenity-laden destination properties are willing to sell their model homes and lease them back from their buyers for anywhere from a few months to ...
Vacation Home Taxes
by Lew Sichelman on October 15, 2010Uncle Sam offers taxpayers plenty of ways to reduce the cost of owning a beach front house at the shore or a cabin in the woods. Here is a basic primer on the tax aspects of vacation home ownership. While it is intended solely for information purposes, it will give you a good idea of what's deductible and what's not. For more detailed information, be sure to consult professional tax counsel.
Making (Some) Sense of Club Memberships
by Lew Sichelman on October 15, 2010In the world of fractional real estate ownership, nothing could be more, err, fractured. There are so many forms of ownership that it's extremely difficult for potential purchasers to get their arms around what they are actually buying - not to mention the advantages and disadvantages each one has to offer.
