Category Archives: Retirement

Are you considering retirement? If so, congratulations! Retirement is certainly a life milestone to celebrate, and one that is often the start of a wonderful new chapter. Whether you’re interested in traveling, exploring new hobbies, or simply spending extra time with the people you love, there is so much to look forward to. Two things that also often go hand-in-hand are retirement and relocation. Often, when people make the decision to retire, they also make the decision to move to […]

Wilton Manors in Florida is home to a very large LGBTQ population. Many of these individuals are retired individuals and couples who have moved to Florida to spend their golden years in peace. The city has the second highest percentage of LGBTQ residents to total population (behind Provincetown, MA), with 140 out of every 1,000 identifying as a member of the community. This 14% is much, much higher than the national average of 1.1% of the U.S. population, so if […]

If you’re about to retire, you may be thinking about moving.  Many seniors move to retirement communities for a number of reasons.  Some love starting a new life in their golden years, while others find that the environment is much better for their health.  But moving for retirement has a few extra things you need to consider than if you were just moving due to a new job or other reason.  Here are a few things you should ask your […]

Looking for a great place to retire?  There are a number of communities where LGBT people can spend their golden years among like-minded people.  Some of them are among the top retirement destinations in the country, too.  You might be surprised to learn that they’re not necessarily the places you’d expect, either.  Here are some of the most popular places for LGBT people to retire, based off of the numbers from the 2012 U.S. Census. Looking to retire to a […]

A condominium, commonly referred to as a condo, is a large building that is divided into single family units that are sold individually. Ownership includes shared community property such as the parking lot, hallway, elevator and the central heat and air conditioning unit. Before purchasing a condo, you should do some research so that you understand exactly what you are buying before signing on the dotted line. The laws of condo ownership are not exactly the same as they are […]

Buying rental property with your friends is a business deal and, as with any business deal, there are issues that should be considered before taking that step. Below are 5 keys to buying rental property with friends. 1. Be sure that your friends can be relied on. Entering into a partnership with friends who are not dependable or do not follow through with promises may not be your best choice for purchasing a rental home with. 2. Discuss how much […]

Following are Gayrealestate.com’s picks for the top 5 most affordable LGBT beach communities in 2014. Long Neck, Delaware ~ Long Neck is located along the Atlantic Ocean within easy driving distance of Rohoboth, a popular LGBT vacation destination during the summer months. Long Neck features miles of coastline with sandy beaches. According to City-Data, the cost of living in Long Neck is lower than the national average with a rating 80.0. the United States average is 100. Same sex marriage became […]

Purchasing or selling a home is often the largest financial transaction you will make. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, you need the very best in professional representation. Listening to your needs and desires, providing you with regular updates and being available when you need assistance are just a few of the benefits of working with a professional full-time Realtor. Repeat clients and regular referrals are testament to the high level of service I provide. I look forward […]

Some investors appear to be snatching up housing in hot spots that they believe will fuel future returns from retiree clients. RealtyTrac recently released a report showing the top cities attracting real estate investment are also cities in which at least a third of the population is aged 54 or older. “These popular retirement cities will very likely be an area of growth in the housing market over the next 15 years as Baby Boomers retire in greater numbers,” says  […]