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Deciding what State to retire to is only part of the puzzle. Finding the perfect City/County/Area is just as hard. Choosing to live in a planned Community versus a Neighborhood? An Active Adult (55+) Community versus an All Age Community? Then narrowing all that down to hopefuly the BEST choice!

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spiritedlulu's profile

Happy Holidays! Post contains embedded images

Have a safe and happy holiday season with your family and friends :) | posted by spiritedlulu
Sunshinerose's profile

Just joined,

Hi everyone! Only have three more years to my first retirement as I call Phase I. Right now looking at the Port Charlotte area for my new life. Any feedback will be appreciated. Do not worry if... | posted by Sunshinerose
1 reply - last reply: "Sunshine-- I'm not far from Port... more" ~ lovessunshine
JOHN1911's profile

Recently arrived

I recently moved to the Space Coast. Am enjoying retirement and boating on the Indian River. Would love to talk with others in the same boat. | posted by JOHN1911
6 replies - last reply: "Joan-- Florida has it's crime, just... more" ~ lovessunshine
lovessunshine's profile

retiring in Florida

I've been lucky enough to live in Florida since I was 4 years old -- I will definitely be retiring here! Any questions about the state, I can probably answer a few of them. | posted by lovessunshine
5 replies - last reply: "Joan-- I guess there are a few areas... more" ~ lovessunshine
sunsetgal28's profile

Villages latest rec center

well we have yet Another recreation center called Seabreeze!!! Wow it's beautiful. Decorated like a beach with a sand volleyball court, sand chairs, swimming pool, dance halls, on and on. it's so b... | posted by sunsetgal28
8 replies - last reply: "They are still building here!! wow... more" ~ sunsetgal28
lovessunshine's profile

retiree discounts

My husband recently got a list from someone at work that gives all the restaurants, stores, etc in Florida that give senior discounts. I was surprised the list was so long. It includes such stores ... | posted by lovessunshine
5 replies - last reply: "what list is that, riverman? " ~ lovessunshine
mickchick's profile

Happy St. Paddy's Day!(cross post) Post contains embedded images

Go inside!! | posted by mickchick
1 reply - last reply: "Thank you. It's good that you're... more" ~ Janet G.
bklynpeg's profile

Been in Sarasota for 7 weeks

My husband and I relocated to Sarasota 7 weeks ago and are very happy that we have. Since we are only 52 and 54 our only option was a family style community. We are only renting with a one year lea... | posted by bklynpeg
4 replies - last reply: "We are waiting for a townhouse to be... more" ~ rubyredtoes
Hedon's profile

Single Florida Snowbirds

Hi Everyone About 5 years ago, at age 55, I retired and began the process of relocating from New York City to south Florida. For various reasons(including the economy) I decided to become a snow b... | posted by Hedon
2 replies - last reply: "I'm a female Michigan/Florida... more" ~ notnoption
mickchick's profile

I'm on my way!

Gave notice at work yesterday that I will be retiring effective 10/1; gave notice to my tenant that he will have to vacate my one BR condo in Jax Beach on 10/31, and made reservations for movers fo... | posted by mickchick
6 replies - last reply: "I'm finally completely moved in the... more" ~ mickchick

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