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Forum: Landscape Talk 07-15-2025, 05:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 14,582
Posted By Bill14564
The Hunter controller with the wifi module can do...

The Hunter controller with the wifi module can do the same thing.

The decision probably comes down to price. The Hunter wifi module alone may be cheaper than the Rachio controller. but if you...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, General Discussion 07-12-2025, 09:09 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 19,135
Posted By dewilson58
A couple years ago, a lady lost thousands and...

A couple years ago, a lady lost thousands and thousands of dollars of jewelry out of her golf bag while parked at Mallory.

(may have lost something, but not buying the value put on the jewelry)
...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, General Discussion 06-11-2025, 04:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,451
Posted By Cliff Fr
It saves them energy for the time period of the...

It saves them energy for the time period of the brownout but may not save you energy.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, General Discussion 06-10-2025, 10:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,451
Posted By Stu from NYC
We opted in a few months ago when our smart...

We opted in a few months ago when our smart thermostat was put in. Saved $ 50 and thought we would give it a try. So far they seem to have not done anything with temps.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 04-12-2025, 05:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By tophcfa
Our house is in the Tierra Del Sol area and was...

Our house is in the Tierra Del Sol area and was built in 1996. It has all the necessary roof truss clips and other construction requirements to pass the wind mitigation requirements insurance...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 04-12-2025, 03:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Altavia
Congratulations, you will love it there! ...

Congratulations, you will love it there!

Welcome to the Villages!
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 04-12-2025, 03:28 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By OrangeBlossomBaby
That's a lovely area now that it's grown in and...

That's a lovely area now that it's grown in and "settled". It's close enough to Sumter that you can enjoy events there, and just a few minutes from Colony Plaza and 466A. Congrats on your purchase...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 04-12-2025, 06:29 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Marathon Man
We are on our second home south of 44. We love...

We are on our second home south of 44. We love it down here and would not consider moving back north where we originally were. What you call throwing cash away we call money well spent. We are now...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 04:10 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By rjrobart
If looking in Spanish Springs you're looking at...

If looking in Spanish Springs you're looking at an area that's the oldest in the community of The Villages. That said the older homes are actually built better than today's homes. I was just told us...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 11:10 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jimjamuser
Many economists are predicting a recession this...

Many economists are predicting a recession this year. That would be the time to buy a house.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 10:16 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Normal
Absolutely, spot on. The wallet gets the punch...

Absolutely, spot on. The wallet gets the punch in the gut if you move into Fruitland Park, Leesburg or Wildwood. Also, watch out for the northern Villages in Marion County/Lady Lake.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 10:12 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By CoachKandSportsguy
maybe its a good time to buy, though I expect...

maybe its a good time to buy, though I expect there will be a better time in the near future.

If the stonk market tanks, say 20-30%, that will be a signal to really start looking as many...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 10:10 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By nn0wheremann
You will need a five point insurance inspection,...

You will need a five point insurance inspection, (wind mitigation etc). Most of the roofs have been replaced by now. Building codes were changed in 2001, and you will need an occupancy permit or...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 08:55 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Angelhug52
Depending on your age...I would look for a house...

Depending on your age...I would look for a house that will accomadate aging,ease of care. Extra room/ bath if a caregiver is needed. If you plan on another 30 years of active life buy what YOU like....
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 08:49 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By seecapecod
We are in Pennecamp- closer to 466A than 466....

We are in Pennecamp- closer to 466A than 466. Home built in 2011. We are on Red Fish run- house next to ours just sold a month ago for $869k. It had been updated about 5 years ago. My advice- a...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 08:49 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By retiredguy123
Note that the houses in Pine Hills and Pine Ridge...

Note that the houses in Pine Hills and Pine Ridge are in Fruitland Park, Lake County. These houses are about 10 years old.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 08:32 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jrref
I'm not sure this is what is being said. If you...

I'm not sure this is what is being said. If you go North of Rt44 the homes start at 8 or 9 years old and are in Sumter, no additional local taxes. As you go North from there the homes get older...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-02-2025, 07:27 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Byte1
Now is the time to purchase a home in the...

Now is the time to purchase a home in the Villages. It is a buyer's market that the Villages has never seen before. Even when the "bubble" burst years ago, the Villages home prices stayed stable and...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 07:06 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Winifred is a great place to live - right across...

Winifred is a great place to live - right across the street from us!
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 06:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By OrangeBlossomBaby
If we were able to afford it at the time, we...

If we were able to afford it at the time, we probably would've ended up just south of Sumter Landing, around the northern curve of Odell Circle - or just south of Spanish Springs, off Del Mar or...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 06:09 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By Santiagogirl
We love our home near Savannah Center, polo...

We love our home near Savannah Center, polo fields, shopping, etc. Great neighbors, including original owners as well 50- & 60-something youngsters who are moving in as neighborhood turns over due...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 02:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jimjamuser
I think that the average age of the residents...

I think that the average age of the residents seems to go DOWN as you go SOUTH in The Villages. Lakes and golf views may be important to many people, but I think that the AGE of the people in your...
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 02:22 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jimjamuser
This is a good post with much VALUABLE...

This is a good post with much VALUABLE information.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 02:11 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jimjamuser
Basically, maple trees are better than oak trees.

Basically, maple trees are better than oak trees.
Forum: The Villages, Florida, New Members Forum 03-01-2025, 02:08 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 33,792
Posted By jimjamuser
You also get a bigger yard. I would advise...

You also get a bigger yard. I would advise visiting in the summer.
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