Boomers planning to relocate have some big decisions to make. What kind of community do they want to live in and where? There's lots written about active adult communities and you get the idea that everyone has worked their entire life to move to one of these communities designed for the perfect retirement. But ask yourself what it is you really want and what you're willing to pay for -
- Age restricted (55+) or not
- Clubhouse
- Fitness Center
- Pools
- Golf
- Game rooms and more
If you don't belong to a Fitness Center now, will you really use it when you move? How about the indoor pool? Is golf your passion? How about tennis? What does active really mean to you?
In an age-restricted or 55+ active adult community, you'll meet people in your own age group with similar backgrounds. With a ready group of new friends you'll always have people to get together with, travel with and throw parties.
I've often thought that these communities look to reward us for working hard, giving us that chance to finally live that country club lifestyle we never had time for while we were raising families and working 24/7.
But why age-restricted for you? Is it because you're looking for the amenities - clubhouse and pool, etc. - or, because you really don't want to see or hear any children unless they are just guests?
We have many different kinds of communities in Coastal Delaware. Some new communities are "active adult" without the age-restriction. Especially in areas like Coastal Delaware and perhaps other resorts, there are communities with the same type of amenities that do not have an age restriction. Hmmm, some of you never thought about that? Many of our clients have realized that it was the amenities they wanted not really the age-restriction.
Coastal Delaware is an "active adult community" - all of it. Think about what we have! We have the beaches, the parks and the resort lifestyle. Almost everyone that lives here is here because they love the active outdoor life.
It's why I say "active adults" is about the people not the community! There is no "one-size fits all" when it comes to our choice of community or style of home or how we will fill our days when we finally get to choose.
Want to learn more about what it's like to live in Coastal Delaware? Ask for a copy of our latest Relocation Guide - it's filled with useful information.
How do you want to fill your days when you retire? Would love to hear your comments!