In my opinion home prices rise in the villages possibly quicker than other places so many times after a few years you can sell your current home and upgrade or buy something smaller without any extra financial outlay. Plus in the later years many feel like this is their last opportunity to truly have what they want if they can afford it. So they obtain it.

Buy and don't move..we lived there for 12 years and now live in another State...boy what a differance,the Villages will spoil you....enjoy it while your there

Or they have a view and a pool and a hefty bill for pool cleaning and repairs, lawn mowing, fertilizing, etc., and realize they could save $500 a month or more by moving to a same-size house without pool or view. If they have a mortgage, often they can pay it off by moving. There are also people who really love new houses and want the latest styles.

A lot of people have three bedrooms, but never use more than one. A lot of people have two eating areas but always eat alone, or two living areas but always sit alone, or a king-size bed but always sleep alone. They realize they have more than they need. It’s a bit like that old Beatles song “Eleanor Rigby.”

I think it’s healthy that so many of those who move simply move to other places in The Villages. And if you live alone, The Villages (when open for fun and business) is the least lonely place to do it (unless you have a big family back home and enjoy having them around).

Been here 23 yrs. Same house. Our street turnover has been because of poor health and moved back to be closer to family. I think the majority of the people stay in the same house. my friends, except for one, are still in their original purchase.

We just did the same after six years. Planning for the future!

Many residents purchase several years before retiring. They start with a smaller home then at retirement either sell or rent it and purchase something larger.

Perhaps all of the above, but I think it's that "the grass always seems greener in some other yard."

We just did the same after six years (downloading). Planning for the future!

I asked them same question 6 years ago. The two biggest reasons I got were neededmore room and wanted a golf cart garage. At first I was planning on a 2 br tear garage, but switched to a 3br 2 car with golf cart garage. Glad we did. My wife picked up quilting so old br is her quilting room. Good luck with your move.

Your exactly right, in my opinion.. we are right in that process now..not sure what we will do....when in doubt, they say pass.... we will see

I think many people think they are going to live in TV the same way they lived at home. The lifestyle is different her. The homes are different here. My first house was a big house with a small lanai and no view. My second house was a smaller house, a larger house with a golf view. A few people arrive knowing what they want and are happy with their first house. Others want to move.

Moving!
 

We heard the same thing 10 years ago. We had moved a few times with my husband's job and I was not about to move again...so, we have a designer home which is 4 bedrooms, 2 and golf car garage and expanded every way we could. Love our space and inclosed the Lanai. Thought of if ever we needed wheelchairs for space and love our space. We have not overcrowed with furniture as many do.

Congratulations on your decision to move to TV. I also made that decision and moved here, sight unseen, 3 months ago.
I tried to rent a place before buying but had a hard time finding a suitable and reasonable house that would accept my little dogs. I’m picky and most don’t have enclosed yards with grass.
I ended up buying a court yard villa that needed a lot of updating. It has turned out very well for me although not an easy process! Appliances were back ordered for 60 days. I still don’t have a working stove. Keep that in mind if you buy something that needs updates.
My recommendation is to rent for at least 6 months in order to really define the area you want to live. Do buy or use a golf cart to make the stay realistic. That’s really what helps to make TV unique and fun.
I already know that I will buy a bigger house with a yard in a year or two.
Best wishes for a smooth move. You will love it here!

You buy your first house based on the floor plane. Over time you realize thats number four on the list. The first three is location. A quite street near shopping and Rec. Centers is why many move, and what you back up to.

Decorate or move?
I hate decorating.
Move!