[Schaumburger]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

So, I noticed that I could buy an E-book from the forum administrator? Is that required?

No, it's not required. I've thought about buying the book, but reading and posting on TOTV for the past year has given me quite an education about buying and living in The Villages (TV).

[Posh 08]

Originally Posted by tainsley

My husband and I got "the feeling" our first day in Lake Sumter Landing. That was a year ago in June. Came back in October...spent the month of July in a rental. Bought a house in Tamarind Grove. Came back to VA to sell our house! Hope to be in TV forever by the end of the year. Where in VA do you live?

Sorry, I missed your question. We live in the Shenandoah Valley. Home sales over here are slow, heck no pulse even.

[Posh 08]

Originally Posted by Schaumburger

No, it's not required. I've thought about buying the book, but reading and posting on TOTV for the past year has given me quite an education about buying and living in The Villages (TV).

I broke down and bought the book. Lots to think about.

[Schaumburger]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

I broke down and bought the book. Lots to think about.

Posh 08, I agree, it is a big decision to relocate cross country. But I have a few years to think about it as I'm still a TV wannabee at this point with several years until I leave my present job. But wherever I end up, the chances of me spending my golden years in the Chicago area snow belt are pretty slim.

[Posh 08]

Originally Posted by Schaumburger

Posh 08, I agree, it is a big decision to relocate cross country. But I have a few years to think about it as I'm still a TV wannabee at this point with several years until I leave my present job. But wherever I end up, the chances of me spending my golden years in the Chicago area snow belt are pretty slim.

No more Virginia Winters for me either. Once we get this house sold, that is. That is the major hurdle right now, and that hurdle seems to get higher.

[Pturner]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Wow, thank you so much for the tour. That was work! Ya'll sure do like the Koolaide. LOL. Will let you know how it goes.

Oh please do! Look forward to hearing about your trip. And yes, we do love our Koolaid.

[SukiChu]

Thanks pturner! That will help us get a quick tour as well. We will be there for four days in October as well. Does the Koolaide make the ride more fun?

[Pturner]

Originally Posted by SukiChu

Thanks pturner! That will help us get a quick tour as well. We will be there for four days in October as well. Does the Koolaide make the ride more fun?

Welcome SukiChu!
Glad to be of help, and you betcha! You won't believe the variety of flavors. Enjoy your trip and please, tell us all about it.

[LI SNOWBIRD]

wow PT that was a wonderful summary. Well written and concise.
I would like to add that anyone can check out both squares at any time by going to thevillages.com and click on the temperature (in yellow)- then allow the download of the application. Then watch/wonder/enjoy. Sigh-- wish we were there now

[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by LI SNOWBIRD

wow PT that was a wonderful summary. Well written and concise.
I would like to add that anyone can check out both squares at any time by going to thevillages.com and click on the temperature (in yellow)- then allow the download of the application. Then watch/wonder/enjoy. Sigh-- wish we were there now

Thank you so very much. I didn't know this and I have been to the site numerous times.

As a wannabee, this will be good vicarious TV fix.

[Posh 08]

Originally Posted by LI SNOWBIRD

wow PT that was a wonderful summary. Well written and concise.
I would like to add that anyone can check out both squares at any time by going to thevillages.com and click on the temperature (in yellow)- then allow the download of the application. Then watch/wonder/enjoy. Sigh-- wish we were there now

Thanks, went right there and opened it.

[Posh 08]

Bought a Kindle book last night. Florida Move Guide: The Unofficial Moving to Florida Guide. They claim over 800,000 people move to Florida each year and over half move back. Hmmmmm. Anybody notice that revolving door at TV?

[jgbama]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

Bought a Kindle book last night. Florida Move Guide: The Unofficial Moving to Florida Guide. They claim over 800,000 people move to Florida each year and over half move back. Hmmmmm. Anybody notice that revolving door at TV?

Sales reps get credit for telling folks the "average" Villager (not sure what that means) moves 3 times. Many of the homes for sale may just be Villagers moving to a larger home, or maybe from a villa to a ranch or designer home. What percentage is people moving out is anyone's guess. We aren't there yet but we intend to buy a furnished, pre-owned. For whatever reason the need to sell a home, we appreciate. It will save our marriage! Too many choices on equipping a new home and we don't always agree on most of those choices!

[graciegirl]

Originally Posted by Posh 08

The wife and I are coming for a quick look at TV in October. Figure we'll get "the feeling" or maybe not in an overnight. If we like then we'll book a longer visit in the Spring. We are being shown around by one of the sales reps. What should we focus on?

Posh?

Are you here yet? Would like to meet you both.

Sounds like you haven't yet visited.

We are waiting to hear what you think of our home town!

[kb8tpw]

If you follow PT's guidance as close as you can you will have done a superior job and accomplished in a short time what wiould take a couple of days to get the same. I would have made the exact same recommendation as PT but not as articulate and detailed. The devil is in her details, they will be priceless as you expolore. Enjoy and hurry back !!