[TraceyMooreRN]

[QUOTE=graciegirl;679649]Here it is.

http://www.hud.gov/offices/fheo/library/hopa95.pdf

And I was so happy thinking that this was an over 55 community. I like my grown up peers. Not that I don't like younger people, but I could have moved anywhere and had a mix.

There is a general flavor that I love about folks who have lived for at least 55 years.

Well, Im certainly glad you have adjusted and still like The Villages, you could live anywhere for the mix--but you certainly wouldn't have found this lifestyle in its current state. Mixed or not--I love The Villages

[OnTrack]

Originally Posted by TraceyMooreRN

Why does it bother anyone what others do?

Too many community driving around without all the knowledge.

That's all that really needs to be said.



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[OnTrack]

Originally Posted by jbdlfan

HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!
Grown up peers???? Dog poop, speeding golf carts, bikes on cart paths, walkers on cart paths, stop signs.......I have yet to meet a grown up here.....

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[graciegirl]

My point is made.

[chuckinca]

Boy Howdy


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[jbdlfan]

Originally Posted by TraceyMooreRN

I am 39, husband is 49--second home (new construction) bought this year-- First home also brand new purchased in 2007 ...do the math
Moved here fulltime June 2012--prior to that--used our villa as rental.

You don't have to be 55 to live here. The issue is with the children ...which I don't mind. My kids are in college (one just graduated). So- life is good. I love it here. Some people ask "Why do YOU want to live here with all these old people"? I just smile and say "Wouldn't you have loved to enjoy this lifestyle in your 30s"?

Again the 80/20 split doesn't mandate 20% of "Young Folks" have to join in this lifestyle.

As far as kids--I have a friend who lives here (they are in there 60s, have a child with special needs residing with them--under 19) ...No issues.

Why does it bother anyone what others do? Too many community driving around without all the knowledge. I actually had a lady tell me at the Savannah Pool--"this pool is for residents". I told her "I am a resident". She grumbled--and soon the Rec Dept was inquiring for my id. Really? I should have just told her I married a really old guy...she probably would have left me alone!

So--enjoy your neighbors. You might have more in common than you think. I have made lots of best friends--20-40 years older than me! I enjoy their company and I think I have found home forever!!!!

Perfect!!!!!!
SO true, my neighbors love that I'm younger, especially when I'm trimming their trees and bushes!!!!!

[jimmy D]

According to the rules of the USA. There is no age restrictions because that would be discrmination. Alas all other issues are covenants or restrictions.

The people with the kids would be inviolation of restrictions and the Grandson who staying at the house would in essence be a renter or has free housing. The Renter pass is good for 2-3 years and the owner must sign away their rights. I for one would like all visitors passes to have a charge for them after 30 days.

[Bogie Shooter]

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[asianthree]

sorry,,, friends coming in few weeks yep in mid forties...looking for a house...told them TV will amaze them...oh yeah if they come to stay you may be seeing them as new ortho Drs. cause i have to be honest would like to have a guy with a knife under the age of 65 to cut on me...i think i will not give them the TOTV web

[TraceyMooreRN]

Originally Posted by asianthree

sorry,,, friends coming in few weeks yep in mid forties...looking for a house...told them TV will amaze them...oh yeah if they come to stay you may be seeing them as new ortho Drs. cause i have to be honest would like to have a guy with a knife under the age of 65 to cut on me...i think i will not give them the TOTV web

BRING THOSE 20 PERCENTERS ON....We could actually have our own club in the parade--TOO YOUNG FOR THE BABY BOOMERS CLUB

Could you see us? I mean--would everyone talk--or just a few that a community that they decided 55 and older meant one thing other than the law...

[NIPAS K-9]

Originally Posted by keepingitreal

do not think there are many if any rule(s) that cannot be over ridden or ignored by the developer. Most rules are that they can be enforced but are not required to be enforced...not enforcing a rule is the same as ignoring it.

you got the money......... Then they got the house for you......

[Lbmb24101]

[QUOTE=billethkid;679544]the age rule does not apply to resale or rental properties.....and that's the good news!!

The 55 age does NOT apply to REsales....that explains a lot
Thanks for clarifying that part.

[asianthree]

Well on an up note last time I was there and out running at 3am... A truck circled around me three times and then stopped with head lights in my eyes asked what I was doing? Since I could not see who it was and they did not I'd themselves made me back up a little ....he asked if I was lost.. Told him no I was running and he ruined my heart rate by stopping me, then he asked and I quote....WHERE DO YOUR PARENTS LIVE...since I am 60 and think I look it not sure if he did judge age well or not but if I can pass for not looking like I belong here , yeah

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by asianthree

sorry,,, friends coming in few weeks yep in mid forties...looking for a house...told them TV will amaze them...oh yeah if they come to stay you may be seeing them as new ortho Drs. cause i have to be honest would like to have a guy with a knife under the age of 65 to cut on me...i think i will not give them the TOTV web

Wonderful!!! Are they your children? You mentioned your children are physicians.

Wish we had a lovely, lovely place for younger professionals with small children or teens to live here.

You made a very good point.

I have tried so hard to explain that it is lovely living among people who have their children raised and are finished with their careers and have lived for about six decades and had a few very overwhelming things that they have met and lived through. It just is a different expectation and mindset from each decade of our lives. That doesn't mean I don't like younger people and that doesn't mean I don't get along with them.

Oh well. I am tired of explaining. We olders ARE the majority by far here and that is what counts to me. I look into their eyes and they KNOW what I am thinking. Usually.

This forum is getting so mean. I am glad that many of you know me. It hurts being called a busybody, even if I am.

Everyone is made up of the sum total of all the experiences they have had in their lives. They can't not be who they are.

[MicheleE]

Where are those 20%ers? I'm 52 and could use some friends closer to my age!