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Originally Posted by mrsstats
We are 75 and 74. Relatively good health. Mostly age-related issues. Arthritis, hip issue (dh will need hip replacement in next 2 years) We are active. Enjoy bowling and travel.
Tired of winter in the north, love warm weather. Been to 2 lifestyle visits. Love the concept of the Villages.
I think of biggest concern is medical care (Medicare and AARP supplemental is our insurance. We have no children or close family so we would not be giving up anything to move.
Thoughts from those living there.
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If you're not leaving anything/anyone behind and you like being warm/hate cold, this is a solid choice. Making new friends is pretty easy. Between social & hobby clubs, community pools and town squares, you'll almost certainly find people you have something in common with. Being so far south, the sun is more intense than I remember when in North Texas (which had much higher daytime temps), so I wear a hat on hot days to keep my head from frying. Property taxes and car insurance are more. While I've heard some complain about medical care, I've not had any issues with local hospitals or doctors, but I would get established with specialists you need ASAP, since new patient visits can be a wait. I have an Advantage Plan that is nationwide, and I kept doctors up north until things settled here. There's ups and downs to new vs older neighborhoods, so shop with that in mind. If buying old, get a REAL agent (TV sales are not licensed agents) so you can get the real scoop on a house, problems, expenses, repairs, insurance risks, etc. Lastly, think 10 years down the road and where you will want to be for getting to shopping, doctors, activities, but don't be overfocused on "golf car accessible", since I'd rather have a car for A/C or heat when doing shopping on bad weather days.