[Figuringitout]

We moved from CA 3 yrs ago (Bonsall, north county San Diego), we are in the process of buying in the older section of TV, our bond is paid and that was the only house we were interested in because that does add to the cost. The bond is added on to your tax bill, but you are still paying. I think there is no place like CA, but I was brought back this way due to family issues. It seems making friends here may be easier than it was in CA, don't know that for sure yet, we rented for 2 months (Aug & Sept), for the same reason you are concerned, it was hot every where in the mid west this year and you will have way more bugs. Renting gave us a chance to go to many open houses in the different Villages, it gave us a chance to figure out what works for us and talk to people that live here. Renting in the summer is much cheaper than the winter months, so that was a bonus.

My husband has enjoyed the golf, I am not a golfer but like to walk and bike so I am hopeful that will work out for me here. I am not much of a joiner, but enjoy people so I think this will work out for both of us. It appears they built the Villages for people to transition from the housing into assisted living etc. I haven't heard a lot good about doctors here, I heard you really have to search for a good one, don't know that to be fact. I think you would be wise to come spend some time here and investigate your concerns before making a move. I like CA so much it would be hard for me to leave but as you age people there do not get involved much so you may find this more aging friendly. Good luck, picking the right place for aging, it is a hard choice, we have been roaming around for almost 3 years and finally landed here...