[california dreamer]

It has a been a whirlwind, we sold our home in one week's time, had 6 offers over the asking price, and sold it termites and all.
We will be in TV for the first time, renting in Glenbrook, Sat 29-Sat Oct 6. On thurs and Fri the 27th and 28th, staying at daughter's in Orlando and we will be meeting with realtors in TV for fear of being homeless!!
My poor practical husband is hoping to believe that TV is everything I said it would be.
Any ideas of things we must do while we're there would be appreciated.
This is a dream come true for me and we haven't even been there yet!!

[A-4 Skyhawk]

Boy are you in for a surprise. Whatever you have heard or seen on line . . . . it's 10 times better.

[Schaumburger]

If you can, take the trolley tour which leaves from The Villages sales office in Lake Sumter Landing (LSL). It lasts about 1 hour I believe. You won't get to go all over TV, but it gives a nice "taste" of TV. When I went on the trolley tour in 2010, the area south of 466A was not open yet, so I'm not sure what route is now taken.

Go to both squares - Spanish Springs and LSL at night for dancing. Don't hesitate to ask questions -- most people are very happy to share their TV experiences with you. Happy house hunting

[Yorio]

Congratulations! But, please don't bring the termites, please some of them might want to hitch a ride having heard great things about TV. Go check out the new Brownwood being built in addition to the other two centers. I think the best part of TV is the great neighborhood you'll be joining. If you are moving into a new section all the neighbors are new and will want to make extra effort to become good neighbors. Glenview is a great well established area and the country club is great. If you are a tennis buff, that's the place to be.

[asianthree]

you will come and enjoy, we are not retiring for six more years and yet we bought a home on third stay..and if for some reason after you buy selling your home will be as easy as your last. Big deep breath you can always rent till you make sure this is the place...good luck

[WVMtnBoy]

Great news for you guys! Congrats on the quick sale and relocation. Hope you have safe travels. I have to highly recommend the Village of Gilchrist because that's where we're building...lol! A lot of us have met on TOTV and are already planning parties. If you want to be where the excitement is come to Gilchrist!!!!

[aabuono]

Welcome & Good Luck - Maybe by the time you arrive, the new town center - Brownwood - will be open. They will also have a sales office. I'm not sure about a trolley tour. The one from Lake Sumter Landing will show you "new" and "old". There's lots to choose from in terms of homes, again "new" & "well-loved". Have fun in your adventure and travel safe...

Anne

[hotrodgirl]

Welcome and I know you will enjoy all TV has to offer!! Wishing you both much happiness!

[gomoho]

Welcome and please tell us how you sell a house with termites???

[california dreamer]

thanks everyone for the warm welcome!
in our area of Ca the inventory of homes is really low due to low appraised value of homes so nobody wants to sell their home. we have lost a ton of equity. but my husband had a heart attack in May, and we have decided to live our lives to the fullest.
We look forward to lower maintenance on a home and developing healthier and happier lifestyle.
People out here think we are CRAZY!
Can't wait to meet you all!

[Pturner]

Originally Posted by california dreamer

thanks everyone for the warm welcome!
in our area of Ca the inventory of homes is really low due to low appraised value of homes so nobody wants to sell their home. we have lost a ton of equity. but my husband had a heart attack in May, and we have decided to live our lives to the fullest.
We look forward to lower maintenance on a home and developing healthier and happier lifestyle.
People out here think we are CRAZY!
Can't wait to meet you all!

The people who think you're crazy have never been to TV. It's definitely all it's cracked up to be. Congratulations on selling your house and welcome to Lower Paradise!

[ilovetv]

Originally Posted by california dreamer

thanks everyone for the warm welcome!
in our area of Ca the inventory of homes is really low due to low appraised value of homes so nobody wants to sell their home. we have lost a ton of equity. but my husband had a heart attack in May, and we have decided to live our lives to the fullest.
We look forward to lower maintenance on a home and developing healthier and happier lifestyle.
People out here think we are CRAZY!
Can't wait to meet you all!

Your statement highlighted in yellow above is exactly why TV is the place for you. You're not cowards, and are not afraid to try something new and unbelievably diverse. Most people I have met here are adventuresome and their chronological age does not even come to mind when talking with them.

WELCOME!

[Dancing Queen]

So glad to get to move to TV. I have only spent 10 days there and it felt like Utopia to me, so try anything and everything that interests you. Enjoy!



Tadpole in Training.

[WVMtnBoy]

The people "back home" will be green with envy when they find out about the wonderful place to which you are moving!

Welcome!!!!!

[Lbmb24101]

They think u r crazy brcause you took a loss or because u r miving to Fl?
Tell them money is not everything in life and big congratulations on your decision!
We bought our home IN OUR FIRST FIRST FIRST visit to TV
I will retire in May 2013 so our pre loved home is empty now, but WE FELL IN LOVE w TV
MY hubbie has also had health issues so we are only waiting till i can retire and we are outta of here!
Congratulations!
truly
THOSE that think you are crazy will be either, visiting u in TV or will be green w envy!
LOL