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Welcome to the 55 Active Adult Living blog. Here you will be able to dive into our library of tips resources and information to help you throughout your home search in 55+ Communities.

55+ Community Activities Director

Only what I call "Premier" communities have an Activities Director, also referred...

Stay & Play Options at 55+ Communities

While online research is a great way to begin your search and...

Your 55+ Budget vs. home wants

Let’s face it, very few of us have the budget to choose...

What is included in 55+ HOA Dues?

The cost of the HOA dues and what they cover varies greatly...

What is HECM and how does it work?

What is HECM? HECM is a type of loan for persons 62...

What is the average age in a 55+ Active Adult Community?

I am often asked what the average age in a certain community...

55+ Community Comparison Chart

Whether you are searching for your new 55+ community online or touring...

5 Tips to Selling in a 55+ Community

If you are currently living in an active adult community but are...

5 Things you need to know before buying in a 55+ Community

If you're in the early phases of your retirement home search, specifically...

Top 6 Reasons to Retire in the Lake Norman area

There are many great areas to consider when thinking about where you...

Top 5 Reasons to Choose 55+ Active Adult Community Living

For many of us approaching retirement, the idea of striking the perfect...

A Typical Day of 55+ Community Tours

Preparing for 55+ Community Tours can be exciting and overwhelming. With the...

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