Construction Update Video from the Drone's Eye View
 

Here’s another update video on the construction happenings in The Villages from a drone’s eye view. Also, in this video I explain one of the big mysteries in The Villages, the Bonds that we all pay when we buy a home here. I hope you enjoy the video and gain a better understanding of the workings of The Villages.
The Villages Construction update and Bond information 5/30/2019 - YouTube

Great video and great info! Thank you!

Thank you Don. Very informative.

Great education. Thank you for all your hard work Don.

Great stuff, Don; especially the part on paying off the bond.

Another way to view it is once paid off, the yearly savings (or return on one's investment) is tax free.

Thanks

Thanks Don, your work is much appreciated! Great video and information.

Thank you!

Another great video, and great to share info on the bonds. Thanks for all your efforts!

Another consideration on paying off the bond......depends on your age. Since I view this age as cash flow dependent knowing I will not outlive the bond by a long shot there is no personal benefit to paying it off.

Outstanding! My head is spinning but outstanding ! Thanks.

Thank you Don for both the detailed discussion of the bond as well as the excellent video from the drone. Admittedly, I had to pay a great deal of attention (as you planned?) since both were going on at once.

Very comprehensive info. I had to watch the video twice, once to listen and then turn it to silent and watch the pictures. Both excellent!

Once again; well done. Thank you Sir.

Thanks Don, the information given in this video was very useful.

Hi. We are building in the Village of Monarch Grove. You mention in your video the Bond, Assessment fee and Maintenance fee. I am familiar with the bond fee and $159 monthly fee but what is the other one? I don't think we are aware there are 3 fees and not 2. Thanks for your reply. I don't think I want to wait for your new video. By the way - we look forward to your drone updates. It's great to see the progress from up north! Thanks so much!

Yes, there are 3 fees associated with living in The Villages, besides property taxes and a mortgage (if applicable). The Bond is paid with your annual property tax bill and was the topic of this video.

The Maintenance Assessment, also paid with your property tax bill, it normally runs between about $300 to $650 depending on the subdivision, average is just over $500, this is the topic of the video I am currently working on now.

The last fee is the monthly Amenity Fee that is billed monthly on your water bill. It is currently at $159 for new homes and is subject to a CPI adjustment every year on the anniversary month of your purchase. This is the third video I am working on in this series.

Hope this helps, if not send me a private message with your phone number and we can discuss it further.

Don, always look forward to your Videos. Your explanation of the Bond was spot on. Thanks. Jim

Everyone who lives in The Villages should watch this video to better understand their bond. Thank you so much for all your research and analysis.

Many thanks for the clarity in your explanation. I learned a lot and appreciate your willingness to keep us informed!

Great explanation on the assessment bond. Appreciate your work! Thanks Don.

Excellent!

Don,
Wonderful and concise explanation of how the bond and the community development district system work.
Thank You!

Hi Don, I just bought a lot in Monarch Grove, your video's were a huge help to me in visualizing the area and making a good selection - thank you!

When will we get another one?

I just finished the script for the next video, just have to record the voiceover track. The video has been shot, edited, and is ready to go. Perhaps tomorrow evening I'll have it done.