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Originally Posted by The Left Mitten
We are life-long Michigan residents who have traveled in our motorhome when vacationing and "snowbirding", and discovered TV this winter! Well.....needless to say, we came home at Christmas and listed our home in Michigan and will be moving to one of your neighborhoods as soon as our home sells!  We have soooooooooooo much to learn! My husband and I have been frequenting many forums and TV sites, trying to learn about home humidity control, landscaping, bug control, etc. in Florida.....as it differs greatly from Michigan. We'd would also welcome any and all advice offered on any topic! We've found a wonderful Village Real Estate Agent, as well as a great MLS Agent that understands the area.
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You'll love living in The Villages! Two of our neighbors are from Michigan and love living here! (No more snowblowers or shovels!). Since you are just discovering TV, it's wise to rent until you learn the lay of the land and what makes you happy. Otherwise, you may be in the group of Villagers who move again for larger or smaller homes. Whichever neighborhood you choose will be wonderful, but the home size can make you love it or list it. Agents do understand the area quite well, but they won't know which one will make you happiest. And you may not know that yet either. When you do find that wonderful home, don't let them "gloss" over the Bond as it varies depending on location and lot size. They are there to sell you a home which is how they get paid.
VH4R is a great site for you to find a rental. (Our rental is on there as well, unfurnished 3 BR Courtyard Villa). The good news is that since you are motorhome experienced, the concept of "less" won't be foreign. The other good news is that you'll have neighbors who have figured out the other details for which you have concerns (e.g. pest control, where/how to buy a golf cart, activities...). We moved into a new area, but our neighbors moved "south" from LSL and have been the greatest in helping us locate services...
Finally, check out Jerry and Linda on YouTube. They've been here a year and share their experiences.
Best wishes for selling your home quickly and making a smooth transition into TV!