[billethkid]

Originally Posted by DBChris

Let's talk financials and I'll state the obvious. Where is a 24 y/o going to come up with the money to buy a house here?

Apparently quite a number have it figured out;

• U.S. homeownership rate by age 2021 | Statista

[ElDiabloJoe]

Originally Posted by DBChris

Let's talk financials and I'll state the obvious. Where is a 24 y/o going to come up with the money to buy a house here?

Quite honestly, this is a myopic response. You are clearly stating this based on where you are from and your experiences.

I know a few 20-somethings with VERY good, high paying remote jobs. I know one guy who invested in his first 4-plex apartment building at age 21 (lives in one, rents out three), and is on his way to owning a slew of rental units.

If OP is from a high value region (like California), then coming up with $300,000 is not a lot of money when the median home price is in the 700-800,000's. Heck, $500,000 won't even buy you a small run down condo in a dump of an Orange County neighborhood like Stanton or Santa Ana.

My nephew is a real estate agent and in his middle-20's, He is doing quite well (especially in this market) and selling 2 homes a month for the last few years. With an average commission of $10,000 (at 1.5% after costs, etc.), he's making $20K/month for past two years. That's $250,000 a year. So in the past two years he has grossed half a million dollars. He's a saver, so $300,000 (cash) for a Villages home is not out of the realm of reality.

[CCristella]

As long as you help me with the gardening, trash, washing of cars, maintenance of golf cart, putting up and taking down Christmas decorations...WELCOME!!!!

[mrf0151]

And look at how many here took the bait.

[Heytubes]

Hope you will be on our softball team.

[billethkid]

Making sure silence does not get mistaken for consent!

[Cyndee@twc.com]

Originally Posted by LuvtheVillages

When my daughter comes to visit, Villagers we do not know come up to her and say “Yay, a young person! Can you help me with my iPhone?”

Be prepared to assist all your neighbors with their electronics.

How long is a visit 6 months is not a visit

[Mlogan22@tampabay.rr.com]

Why would you want to live here At your age?

[Shadowrider]

I would welcome you as a neighbor. With that being said ... I don't think you would be happy for very long. I am retired and I find myself going to Tampa/Clearwater to find any nightlife.

[jmpalladino]

Originally Posted by youngvillagertobe

I am a 24 year old man, single, no kids, work from home and am looking to buy my first house. I would love to live in the Villages and know about the 80/20 rule when it comes to 55+ communities. I am quiet, and old soul, respectful of others and always maintain a clean living space/ yard. What would be the honest reaction to having a young person live next door?

WELCOME! We need more diversity here in The Villages......

[joseppe]

You probably would not enjoy living in the Villages. Who wants to live around a bunch of Old people?

[Bogie Shooter]

Originally Posted by mrf0151

And look at how many here took the bait.

[judyflorida]

You don't say WHY you want to live in The Villages or what you would do here? Do you enjoy "hanging out" with your older people- grandparents, parents?
I think neighbors would love to have you around to help with things-- tech issues etc.
My son lived here for a while in his 30's. He found it difficult to meet professional people and to earn a good salary.s

[024engine]

Can't use sports pools at your age. Not sure about other amenities.

[Jacob85]

The 80/20 rule is the law and applies here