What To Know About Age-Restricted Communities

Seniors come to a point in their lives when they decide that they want to make a change in their housing arrangements. For many seniors, they simply have a home that is just too big for them. Their children are all grown and moved out. The house is too large to take care of. The stairs are getting more difficult to climb each and every day. Downsizing is the next logical step.

At this point, seniors begin to weigh their options. They enjoy living in the comfort of their own home and being able to take care of themselves. They do not want to opt for a senior-assisted living facility. But finding a new home can be exhausting. The good news is, there is a solution for seniors!

Age-restricted communities are the only exception to fair-trade housing laws. These communities are solely for people that are over the age of 55. Often managed by a homeowners or condo association, these communities offer fun activities for the community to participate in such as golf courses or game nights. It is a great way for seniors to have a comfortable place to call home with access to others to give them a great social life.

As with any house search, it can take some time to find the perfect home. If you are considering a 55-plus community but are not quite ready to buy yet, take the time to look into it now. Do the research ahead of time to find communities that will fit your needs. Get an idea of what you are looking for to help in your search. There are so many options available. Also consider a real estate agent you want to use. There are some out there that specialize in these types of homes and would be able to provide personalized, knowledgeable assistance in finding the right home for you.

Be prepared to pay Home Owners Association (HOA) fees. The purpose of these fees is to have the funds to keep the amenities in the community up and running. This can include anything from landscaping to a community pool. Consider which amenities you find more appealing to you. Which ones do you feel are a need? This can be a big factor in which community you choose to live in. After all, if you do not plan on using expensive amenities such as a swimming pool or golf course, you do not want to pay for that higher HOA fee.

That being said, you will want to consider which amenities are offered that you do not necessarily require now but may require in the future. After all, this home will be where you spend out the rest of your days. Some communities offer easy access to medical professionals or grocery services. While this may not be something you require now, it could be a great benefit for the future.

If you are ready to get started with the process of down-sizing and would like assistance in finding the right resources to get you into an age-restricted community, contact one of our Service Coordinators today.

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Seniors come to a point in their lives when they decide that they want to make a change in their housing arrangements. For many seniors, they simply have a home that is just too big for them. Their children are all grown and moved out. The house is too large to take care of. The stairs are getting more difficult to climb each and every day. Downsizing is the next logical step.



At this point, seniors begin to weigh their options. They enjoy living in the comfort of their own home and being able to take care of themselves. They do not want to opt for a senior-assisted living facility. But finding a new home can be exhausting. The good news is, there is a solution for seniors!

Age-restricted communities are the only exception to fair-trade housing laws. These communities are solely for people that are over the age of 55. Often managed by a homeowners or condo association, these communities offer fun activities for the community to participate in such as golf courses or game nights. It is a great way for seniors to have a comfortable place to call home with access to others to give them a great social life.

As with any house search, it can take some time to find the perfect home. If you are considering a 55-plus community but are not quite ready to buy yet, take the time to look into it now. Do the research ahead of time to find communities that will fit your needs. Get an idea of what you are looking for to help in your search. There are so many options available. Also consider a real estate agent you want to use. There are some out there that specialize in these types of homes and would be able to provide personalized, knowledgeable assistance in finding the right home for you.

Be prepared to pay Home Owners Association (HOA) fees. The purpose of these fees is to have the funds to keep the amenities in the community up and running. This can include anything from landscaping to a community pool. Consider which amenities you find more appealing to you. Which ones do you feel are a need? This can be a big factor in which community you choose to live in. After all, if you do not plan on using expensive amenities such as a swimming pool or golf course, you do not want to pay for that higher HOA fee.

That being said, you will want to consider which amenities are offered that you do not necessarily require now but may require in the future. After all, this home will be where you spend out the rest of your days. Some communities offer easy access to medical professionals or grocery services. While this may not be something you require now, it could be a great benefit for the future.

If you are ready to get started with the process of down-sizing and would like assistance in finding the right resources to get you into an age-restricted community, contact one of our Service Coordinators today.

 

 

 
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