Re: Things to think about when moving to the Villages
Dear ZCAVEMAN: Your list of things to think about is very helpful , We are from Wyoming, where the cost of living is quite low compared to many other areas of the country. I have read the materials provided by TV which estimate the average cost of living in TV, and it appears to me that the following estimates are too low. I have therefore prepared my own estimated budget list, and it would be greatly appreciated if you, or anyone else out there could please respond, and let me know if they are in the ballpark, or if they are too low. Assuming that we purchase a home for about $300,000 (no loan) I have compiled the following figures:
TV estimate My estimate
Amenities Fee $130 $130
Sewer 21 21
Water 34 34
Gas/electric 168 168
Trash collection 16 16
Telephone 40 100
Cable TV 53 150 (with internet and fax)
Insurance (home) 100 200 (w/golf cart rider)
Taxes 240 500 Devel. District Devel. 135 300
Golf (prioity membership) - 500
Food & household costs - 750
Auto insur. (2 cars) and gas 150
Yard and tree care 100
Total 937 3019
I guess my bottomline question is whether or not a couple can live fairly comforably for around $5000 a month . If not, please provide me with a more reasonable estimate. Thank you. Mike Warren
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