The Villages Too Expensive? Here’s 3 Alternatives 

To those outside Florida, central Florida is incredibly hot and humid in the summer as it doesn't get the Gulf and ocean breezes! You might say I can handle the heat, but remember that heat comes with a lot higher electric bill also!

You two are amazing! Thank you so much for help us ‘newly retired’ people! You two are special!!!

I am reading and hearing there are big problems with the housing market in FLA. (among other states) and am having second thoughts about buying a home there. Not all areas in FLA are like this, but the overall picture does not look good for buyers. Cost of homes are inflated, homeowners insurance has increased and some places dramatically, (and it looks like there is no end in sight,) taxes continue to rise, both home and car. Many seniors are spending their last dime just to hold onto their house because they can't afford the expenses any longer. There are only a handful of insurance companies left. Some, if not all of those companies have stipulations. For example; if the roof on a house is "x" number of years old, some, if not all insurance companies will not insure you unless you replace it. I read that if the house has solar panels, an insurance company may not provide insurance. I haven't even mentioned the HOA fees that are required in some areas. Don't forget, you still have to buy food, wear and tear on your car, doctor visits, life expenses. DON'T TAKE MY WORD FOR IT, PLEASE DO YOUR OWN HOMEWORK BEFORE YOU BUY IN FLORIDA.

Really helpful video and the live stream is a great opportunity to learn more and ask questions. The chart giving statistics of the 3 over 55's was a good addition for a quick comparison of info for each. I will be watching out for more videos that you will be bring online. Thank you to all involved. By the way, the pace of discussion was good to absorb what each of you were wanting to emphasis. 👍🏼👍🏼

Thank you for this great video. So glad you are showing which places can do fencing, pets, gated, indoor and outdoor pools, very helpful.

Thank you for the great videos; they are very informative. We hope to catch you live on Monday. BTW the most AWESOME 55+ expert: Kalyn, was in today's video. Keep up the good work!

Nice he does these videos with his mom.

It’s not the house prices that keep people away but it’s the high cost of insurance and the higher overall living expenses! Used to be Florida was a nice less expensive living not anymore!

Had no idea about these other 55 and over right outside tv!!!! Thank you so much. We are looking for tv lifestyle but in a true gated community and possibly a bit cheaper.

Thanks so much for doing these videos!

Would you consider showing mobile home park 55+ communities? For us Snowbirds it works and price point doable. Its just a place to escape the winters 4 months out of the year. Tks

Our issue is we live in a traditional 2 story home. It's great; but, it's work. Starting to become too much work for me. So in the future, I guess you'd say we're looking for more of a low maintenance house. Maybe even a condo. So very interesting to hear this. I think the Villages would be too expensive for me.

Thanks for this video. I'm always trying to find just outside villages. Seems to be about $100k cheaper to go a mile away

Thanks again for a very informative video!

Loved this comparison video! Wished you would do more for us that don't live in FL. In particular, could you compare JB Ranch, Oak Run and Quail Meadow? Also, could you let us know what the different "type" of homes are such as "villa's"? Thanks so much. Look forward to your videos and when the day comes that my husband and I bite the bullet and make the move that way from TX, we will contact you!

“Can’t afford” isn’t exactly correct. “Unwilling to overpay” is more appropriate

These videos so helpful will be the Monday!

Looking forward to the live Q&A!

Another great video, thanks!

Thank you, this is fantastic!

Great video nice to see other places plus having less expensive HOA fees which go up every year

That was a great video. Lots of useful information. Hoping to make your Monday show. PS who does your music? Love the transitional tunes.

Thank you ----Great videos!

Very informative video ! Hope you get permission to firm @ Stone Creek !

Maybe Florida is different, but don't be fooled by gated security. Can make entry more difficult for honest guests, but not necessarily for the nefarious prowler.

Great video

You two always have great honest fun videos

Hello, I sure enjoyed watching your informative videos. Do you sometimes get listing for a property fully furnished ? In other words is it common or not?

Love your videos - I’ll miss the live stream (kids football game) but I would’ve asked you if any of the communities have a more rural feel than the others?

I think 200k for a mobile home is extreme. I like the Villages concept. Getting together with people that share your interests. My fam may move to Orlando. That is an hour away. I would like to get out of Missouri again. I am researching constantly. Single and still gave a big life in front of me.

Will you be doing anything on Altamonte Springs? Do they have a 55+ community?

Can you please put the PDF in a link below hard to read on your cell phone

Here's what mystifies me. The Villages has a large contingent of conservative Republican homeowners who claim to value personal liberty and freedom, yet they will live in a place that tells you that you cannot have a FENCE in your yard, or chachkis on your lawn (Does the chacki restriction include copper wind scupltures? Those are really big up here in Missouri), and requires approval for what color you can paint your house? Why would someone tolerate that? I'm a centrist Democrat, and I would never tolerate it. I landscape in in some of the most exclusive areas in Kasnas City... homes that are over 1 million dollars, and they have far less deed restrictions. Yet one thing that never seems to be required in deed restrictions that I feel NEEDS to be there, is that I think all utility boxes should be masked with some type of plant material. I think there is nothing tackier that seeing utility boxes in the yard.

How about adding a link here to the PDF comparison sheet? THX

Spruce Creek and Stonecrest don't compare to TV. When they build-out, the developer leaves and you are on your own. What do you have against CDC? Works fine. The key to The Villages is the over 3000 activities you can choose from to stay active.

Very good information, however the Blair witch project camera motion was making me sick.

Most of the homes in the Villages clearly have been designed for a married couple, with lots of stuff, and with children and grandchildren expected to visit. There do not appear to be any homes for a single person (that just wants to play golf), with not a lot of stuff, and no children or grandchildren.

how can i view the floor plans for new homes for Stonecrest? ty

Spruce Creek South is lost in a time warp price wise. My realtor says owners there are routinely selling homes for at least 30k less than they should be asking for their homes in this market. Crazy but true and it makes no sense but for a buyer it's great.

Do they have accessible golf carts?

What is CDD?

is that the monthly cost or yearly?

Can someone tell me why some places don’t have the CDD bond? I thought that all homes in Florida had that unless it was already paid for (like with an older home)?

What is a CDD?

How can I contact you to help us find a home

Any fenced in yards for dogs?

Please no music.

The Villages is not as expensive as people think. Monthly amenity fee is $161.00 a month. Very favorable to other communities. Nobody can beat the golfing in TV.

Are the PDF comparisons available from you?

What is a CCD? Not familiar with that

Any 55 plus communities in the panhandle that you are familiar with?

What is CDC?

No captions?

Im not going to bond their property. Ridiculous.

A normal retiring person cant live n The Villages.. Its high $$$

Closed Captioning...??? 🤔

What are the names of 3 alternatives?

Love to get my advise on how to live over 55 from a twenty something

Hmmmm

I don’t like to make a negative comment but my mother lived for four years in Spruce Creek south before her passing and the people were not friendly there there’s not much to do in that community as far as activities either some of her neighbors were nice but that’s about it

If you are old enough to be on welfare, SS, you should be able to afford the Villages.

I hope I can live somewhere nicer when I retire. Is this government subsidized housing?

Ron

This life style is beyond lame,,,,where do I park my toys,my 5th wheel trailer,my horse trailer,my boat,these lots are so small there is barely enough room to walk sideways between houses.You can't do anything without permission

Enjoy your videos and appreciate the info, BUT, this title must be driving every editor and English teacher CRAZY. PLEASE correct to Here ARE 3 Alternatives (preferred) or the contraction, Here're 3 Alternatives. (Plural verb required.)

Have yet to see a 55+ that will let my disabled son I care for stay with me...

I'm 62. When I turn 67 I can collect Federal welfare, Social Security, and I will be able to afford the Villages.

If you are collecting Social Security, Federal welfare, you should be able to afford the Villages. You did not earn Social Security so you may as well spend it. Right?

I really like The Villages but can't afford to live there. I'm hoping to find a small studio/one bedroom condo near The Villages. That way I can have my fun with wayward women without the expense. 😎

Please don't talk on acronyms.

Exciting communities in Florida? Compared to what? Let golfers rule your life. Fact: 55+ kills souls.

My Federal welfare check, Social Security, allows me to afford the Villages.

If you can’t afford the Villages you are not ready for retirement.

What about alternatives without Golf and Republicans??

The Villages are terrible. A bunch of greedy seniors, acting like jerks. Their monthly, undeserved, Federal welfare checks should be eliminated. Their Medicare premiums should be tripled. These common sense policy changes would benefit all Americans.

Too expensive and too white. The whitest of the whitest whites.

What is CDD?