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Old 09-07-2008, 06:35 PM
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Default Re: Can she afford The Villages?

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Originally Posted by graciegirl
I am pushing Tkret out of the way and talking to Eileen.

Sugar, You need to think again about the manufactured homes. I have seen some lovely ones and the cost to have your grass cut is about 50 dollars a month. I just am so frugal, it is better to hold on to as much cash as you can. Hang out at one of the pools near this beautiful area and talk to the people.
I agree! :bigthumbsup:

Eileen, don't let the word "manufactured" scare you away from the older section. You will be stunned to see some of them. I would have no problem whatsoever purchasing one for a primary residence, I think they are so charming. A lot of them have been well cared for and have all new plumbing, roofs, etc. I think you can afford one comfortably, and that way you are not cutting it so close each month. If you are like me, nothing is worse than cutting it close in a budget. If you get something a little less, you will have more to enjoy your surroundings and activities--and the unexpected that always seems to come up.

My mom, a widow also, just moved to Hadley and she loves it. I wish the best of luck to you!
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