Property Tax Information by State

June 3, 2009

You’ll surely find that the real estate taxes that you pay on a home can vary widely depending on what state, what city, and what county you are buying the home in.
Why the difference? Well, several factors are at work here, but the main thing is that the taxes will usually be higher in areas [...]

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How Homeowners Associations Work

June 1, 2009

The general idea behind a homeowners’ association (HOA) is that you have a group of people elected by the residents who make up the board directing the homeowners association. The main duties are to 1) represent the best interests of the residents of the community especially in the capacity of protecting home values through the [...]

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Types of Retirement Communities

May 31, 2009

Golf and Country Club
Golf course communities, also referred to as Country club communities are extremely popular. Courses can range from fairly modest to extremely upscale. Many communities have more than one golf course. Most have at least one clubhouse with such amenities as a fitness center, practice facilities, pro shop, restaurants and bars, banquet [...]

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Types of Homes: New Construction vs. Resale

May 30, 2009

When considering a new home purchase, one of the first decisions you should make is whether to have a home built, or buy a resale (previously occupied) home. Your decision will depend on several factors including how quickly you need a home, your personal taste, and other factors. Here are some pros and cons of [...]

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How to Find a Realtor

May 29, 2009

If you are taking the time and initiative to read this guide, you know better than to simply trust that the first real estate agent who crosses your path will be able to adequately handle the complex details of your real estate purchase. Unfortunately, this is not the case for many people. According to [...]

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Deciding Where to Retire

May 28, 2009

Choosing an area in which to retire can be difficult. There are many great choices available to you. But you can use these tips to narrow your choices down and eventually make a final decision on a place that fits your lifestyle and budget, suits your housing needs and desires, and that you’ll love for [...]

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Ultimate Retirement Community Buyer’s Guide

May 26, 2009

Over the next several days and weeks I’ll be posting chapters from “The Ultimate Retirement Community Buyer’s Guide“. This is the entire text of the book (excluding the many buyer worksheets and checklists that are in there) completely free for you to read. In a few short weeks I plan to make available a printed [...]

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55-Plus Communities Explained

May 22, 2009

55-plus communities are communities where the majority of the homeowners are over the age of 55. In most states, for a community to qualify for the 55-plus designation and to be marketed as such, at least 80 percent of the units have to be occupied by at least one person over 55. A common misconception [...]

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The Bad Part About Golf Course Living

August 28, 2008

So if you’re like most Boomers, your future retirement community probably will have a golf course, and many of you will shell out thousands in lot premiums to buy a home that is actually on the golf course. That would be perfect right? Maybe not all the time.

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WCI Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Portection

August 4, 2008

WCI Communities, with developments in Florida, the Mid-Atlantic, and the Northeast has filed for Chapter 11 bankrupcy protection. WCI is the largest home builder to date to file bankruptcy in this housing down-cycle.

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