Jim and Linda,
Welcome to TOTV. It's a great resource for learning a wealth of info about TV. Plus, so many nice people on here.
Best way to come down for your first visit is on a Lifestyle Preview, as they give you some extras such as a golf cart, free rounds of golf, bicycles and I think they still give some restaurant meals.
St. James is a wonderful Village, as are... well all of the Villages. So look around and get the "lay of the land". Proximity to shopping or the Town Squares or a rec. center are some things to consider, all personal preferences.
Suggest you take the Trolley Tour, as it gives you a good overview of TV and all of our amenities.
Visit both town squares, especially b-t 5-9 p.m. when the live music and dancing is going on.
Your Villages sale agent can show you re-sales as we as new homes, but only resales listed with TV Sales office. If you are interested in a resale, you might want to use an MLS Realtor in addition.
I'm excited for you. Please let us all know when you are coming. In the meantime, if you have more questions, just ask!