I just purchased my Courtyard Villa (CYV) this June after looking for 2 years. I gathered information from both a MLS Realtor (Leslie Williamson with ERA Grizzard-highly recommend!) and Realty Executives in the Villages (Crystal Adams-also highly recommend)since all of the available properties (resale and new construction) are not listed in one place, but rather in many (MLS, the villages properties and FSBO For Sale By Owner). I did not have my heart set on a certain village and truly feel that they each have their own charm but all offer the wonderful lifestyle and amenities that the villages is known for. Instead, I let the home "speak" to me (in a way) and picked the home that felt right. It felt like a place that I could call "home." I did purchase a home that did not have a bond, no grass to mow, no carpet and an updated interior. When the right one comes along, make the offer. ERA Grizzard has a very good website with excellent pictures, maps, info. on each house and village. There is no obligation to buy to use it! I viewed it most days from my NJ home and actually made the offer and closed long distance from NJ without a problem. I wish you happy house hunting and a bright future in retirement.
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