[Henryfrakl]

We're you able to find a lawn service for the villas. I am on Munford terr. Will not be there till Jan 1st. Closing This Thursday the15th

QUOTE=Michael 61;2155683]Good questions, I was first trying for the courtyard villas on Monument Way, then switched to the patio villas on Manchester Ave, and finally scored one this morning. I was ready to buy in DeLuna when I was on my lifestyle visit this past July, but decided to hold off and wait for Richmond. I knew Richmond would be more popular than DeLuna, but was frankly surprised how intense the lottery was, with more people trying to buy than I expected. So why Richmond? Well, that I guess is personal and different for each buyer, but here were my reasons. I was happy to buy DeLuna, but thought Richmond was just a little better situated location-wise. Pros: super close to Brownwood via the golf cart bridge. Still close enough to Hogeye preserve for walking trails and to Edna’s, which I enjoy going to for lunch under the trees, then hanging around for music. Not that far from Sawgrass. Close to the future Okahumpka Rec Center and the outdoor boardwalk. The part of Richmond I bought is far enough away from the turnpike (the area of DeLuna I was looking at was closer to turnpike). Close enough though to have quick access to turnpike, as I will be driving to Winter Garden each Sunday for church. So really, I thought the location was perfect, and I think in years to come, this is going to be very central to most things in The Villages, as the community grows further south. My fear was that I would not get anything in Richmond, and by that time DeLuna would be sold out as well, and then I’d be looking at Newell for a new build, which is way too far south for me. From Richmond, Lake Sumter is still very doable by golf cart. I really don’t see myself spending much time up at Spanish Springs unless there is something really good going on at the Sharon. I like Brownwood and Lake Sumter far better than Spanish Springs for nightly entertainment and dining.[/QUOTE]

[Nucky]

Would it be out of line for the village’s hierarchy to consider a long term resident who pays their amenity bill on time. A resident who is a credit to our community, a person who uses their bank, buys and sells their real estate through the village’s system,, who bought their golf cart from the village’s and used them for service. A person who gets a permit when appropriate or to reward the lottery system of new homes to an unknown quantity who hasn’t proved themselves yet? And the granddaddy of them all, flippers and people who are rewarded with another rental property instead of people who have spent their life here and want to go out in a new house?

This is from a couple at the pool who brought this up out of nowhere today. Great friendly people who feel slighted. I told them I congratulated the OP on this thread and it appears that my opinion ruined a long what I thought was a great relationship. Guess I was wrong, again. Oh well.

[Altavia]

Nicky, interesting idea, and could maybe an advantage to Rep's that maintain contact with their buyers.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

Originally Posted by Nucky

Would it be out of line for the village’s hierarchy to consider a long term resident who pays their amenity bill on time. A resident who is a credit to our community, a person who uses their bank, buys and sells their real estate through the village’s system,, who bought their golf cart from the village’s and used them for service. A person who gets a permit when appropriate or to reward the lottery system of new homes to an unknown quantity who hasn’t proved themselves yet? And the granddaddy of them all, flippers and people who are rewarded with another rental property instead of people who have spent their life here and want to go out in a new house?

This is from a couple at the pool who brought this up out of nowhere today. Great friendly people who feel slighted. I told them I congratulated the OP on this thread and it appears that my opinion ruined a long what I thought was a great relationship. Guess I was wrong, again. Oh well.

Not sure if I understand the question. Are you suggesting that existing Villagers who reside on their property get first dibs at new construction, if they show interest in switching villages within the community?

From a "community" standpoint, I agree. People who've already proven they are here to stay and not to flip, who have proven they pay their bills and care for their neighborhood, are a better risk to the rest of the community.

From a marketing standpoint, I disagree. Those folks already have a home, and if they move out, someone who is /not/ looking for new construction will be moving in to their vacated property. Plus, that property is already occupied. They're already a done deal. The developer wants MORE people to move in, not merely a shift in population from one location to another.

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

Not sure if I understand the question. Are you suggesting that existing Villagers who reside on their property get first dibs at new construction, if they show interest in switching villages within the community?

From a "community" standpoint, I agree. People who've already proven they are here to stay and not to flip, who have proven they pay their bills and care for their neighborhood, are a better risk to the rest of the community.

From a marketing standpoint, I disagree. Those folks already have a home, and if they move out, someone who is /not/ looking for new construction will be moving in to their vacated property. Plus, that property is already occupied. They're already a done deal. The developer wants MORE people to move in, not merely a shift in population from one location to another.

I get your point and I also understand my friends from the pool. They are beside themselves as the entire reason they sold was that the original explanation was that the new house would be a walk in the park, not a challenge or a lottery. If you heard their entire explanation you would understand that the position they have taken overcomes a marketing position. Talk about sad. There are a whole lot of small details here that add up to disrespect towards people who bought their home directly from Mr. Schwartz and knew him very well.

It is what it is. It doesn't amount to a hill of beans what your or my outlook on this situation is cause you can't fight or talk to city hall when you can't get the Mayor to talk to you because nobody in a position of authority will speak to this couple.

My heart bleeds for them. I hope they survive this. They wouldn't do anything stupid but the stress is building. God help them.

[JMintzer]

Originally Posted by OrangeBlossomBaby

From a marketing standpoint, I disagree. Those folks already have a home, and if they move out, someone who is /not/ looking for new construction will be moving in to their vacated property. Plus, that property is already occupied. They're already a done deal. The developer wants MORE people to move in, not merely a shift in population from one location to another.

A sold house is a sold house, no matter if the owner is new to TV or if they're moving from another village... Plus, TV realty can make money on the re-sale, as well...

[Nucky]

If won’t be able to get my point across. This world isn’t as kind as it was at one point. These people have been living here so long that they have free basic cable an I believe free garbage and some other perk that slips my mind. I just wish I could give them an assist. I’m not just sitting around passing judgment on the merits of helping them or not. I’m going to try a different route tomorrow. They have nobody else to give them a hand. We need a miracle to help them! I’ve seen miracles happen before. This one would really be something else!

[Henryfrakl]

Have you found a lawn service that uses a small walk behind mower,
Henry frakl
Henry@chaseproductsct.com

Originally Posted by Michael 61

Just found out this morning, I was #1 out of 20 on a Richmond house! I had really given up hope on Richmond, as this was my sixth attempt to win a lottery. God is good! Will be moving from Colorado to my new home in 30 days. Words can’t express my excitement and ready to start a new chapter in my life.

[Laker14]

Originally Posted by Nucky

If won’t be able to get my point across. This world isn’t as kind as it was at one point. These people have been living here so long that they have free basic cable an I believe free garbage and some other perk that slips my mind. I just wish I could give them an assist. I’m not just sitting around passing judgment on the merits of helping them or not. I’m going to try a different route tomorrow. They have nobody else to give them a hand. We need a miracle to help them! I’ve seen miracles happen before. This one would really be something else!

I'm at a loss trying to understand what happened to these people. Did they own a home in TV, and sell it, before they had another home to move into, assuming they would be able to easily get a home in a specific new village, only to find that there is competition that is thwarting their efforts to do so?

Can you explain further what their situation is, how they got there, and why they need a miracle?

[oldtimes]

Originally Posted by Laker14

I'm at a loss trying to understand what happened to these people. Did they own a home in TV, and sell it, before they had another home to move into, assuming they would be able to easily get a home in a specific new village, only to find that there is competition that is thwarting their efforts to do so?

Can you explain further what their situation is, how they got there, and why they need a miracle?

I'm not understanding this either

[Aces4]

Originally Posted by Nucky

I get your point and I also understand my friends from the pool. They are beside themselves as the entire reason they sold was that the original explanation was that the new house would be a walk in the park, not a challenge or a lottery. If you heard their entire explanation you would understand that the position they have taken overcomes a marketing position. Talk about sad. There are a whole lot of small details here that add up to disrespect towards people who bought their home directly from Mr. Schwartz and knew him very well.

It is what it is. It doesn't amount to a hill of beans what your or my outlook on this situation is cause you can't fight or talk to city hall when you can't get the Mayor to talk to you because nobody in a position of authority will speak to this couple.

My heart bleeds for them. I hope they survive this. They wouldn't do anything stupid but the stress is building. God help them.

With all respect, Nucky, it appears that these are very elderly people if they bought their original home from Harold. Would they consider an assisted living arrangement? It sounds like that is the type of setup that would really work to their advantage. Hope this idea helps.

[VApeople]

Originally Posted by Nucky

If won’t be able to get my point across.

If you want to get your point across, it would be good for you to carefully re-read your post before sending it. If your post truly makes sense, some of us will understand the point you are trying to make.

[Michael 61]

Originally Posted by Henryfrakl

We're you able to find a lawn service for the villas. I am on Munford terr. Will not be there till Jan 1st. Closing This Thursday the15th

QUOTE=Michael 61;2155683]Good questions, I was first trying for the courtyard villas on Monument Way, then switched to the patio villas on Manchester Ave, and finally scored one this morning. I was ready to buy in DeLuna when I was on my lifestyle visit this past July, but decided to hold off and wait for Richmond. I knew Richmond would be more popular than DeLuna, but was frankly surprised how intense the lottery was, with more people trying to buy than I expected. So why Richmond? Well, that I guess is personal and different for each buyer, but here were my reasons. I was happy to buy DeLuna, but thought Richmond was just a little better situated location-wise. Pros: super close to Brownwood via the golf cart bridge. Still close enough to Hogeye preserve for walking trails and to Edna’s, which I enjoy going to for lunch under the trees, then hanging around for music. Not that far from Sawgrass. Close to the future Okahumpka Rec Center and the outdoor boardwalk. The part of Richmond I bought is far enough away from the turnpike (the area of DeLuna I was looking at was closer to turnpike). Close enough though to have quick access to turnpike, as I will be driving to Winter Garden each Sunday for church. So really, I thought the location was perfect, and I think in years to come, this is going to be very central to most things in The Villages, as the community grows further south. My fear was that I would not get anything in Richmond, and by that time DeLuna would be sold out as well, and then I’d be looking at Newell for a new build, which is way too far south for me. From Richmond, Lake Sumter is still very doable by golf cart. I really don’t see myself spending much time up at Spanish Springs unless there is something really good going on at the Sharon. I like Brownwood and Lake Sumter far better than Spanish Springs for nightly entertainment and dining.

[/QUOTE]

I went with Massey - just doing month to month, no contract to see if I like them or not - so far my two interactions with them have been good- progressional and punctual -signed up for the works - lawn mowing, inside and outside pest control, fertilizing, edging, bush trimming.

[Nucky]

Originally Posted by Laker14

I'm at a loss trying to understand what happened to these people. Did they own a home in TV, and sell it, before they had another home to move into, assuming they would be able to easily get a home in a specific new village, only to find that there is competition that is thwarting their efforts to do so?

Can you explain further what their situation is, how they got there, and why they need a miracle?

You are on the money the exact way you described it. They didn't have the 10% down payment but now do because their house sold in the Historic Section. I think that I have come up with a plan to help them. We just have to wait for approval from the higher muckily mucks. I am going to give them the spot that I got if that is allowed. We'll see. I can just wait for another spot. If that doesn't work then ????? Iduntknowhattodo!

I would love it if someone helped my parents like this when they were alive. It really is no big deal to me. I can wait again.

[Stu from NYC]

I went with Massey - just doing month to month, no contract to see if I like them or not - so far my two interactions with them have been good- progressional and punctual -signed up for the works - lawn mowing, inside and outside pest control, fertilizing, edging, bush trimming.[/QUOTE]

If you get good service people that will work but we found Massey to be a revolving door, a good one a fair one than one who knows less than I do. As a result found others to do the work other than pest control where they still have a very good one.