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Old 06-30-2013, 04:20 PM
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Default Frog versus Snow Bird
As I have plenty of time to ask questions before I retire in 3 to 5 years, i am wondering if economics or social reasons drive the decision to be a full time resident or a seasonal resident?

My parents are snow birds with a winter residence in Sun City Center and it seems to me that they have more fun during their winter stay in Florida. Once back up North they have the kids visiting, however they have very little interaction with their MA neighbors, because the neighbors work etc.

When I look at the cost of two residences versus one and the year round nature of a large community like The Vilages, it seems to have the best of both worlds....especially now as my kids have moved to new jobs that are 3 hours away.