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Buying in a 55+ Community: 12 Questions to Ask Before You Sign
A 12-question checklist for buying in a 55+ community in South Florida: fees, reserves, occupancy and guest rules, insurance, resale and deadlines.
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55+ Communities in South Florida: A Buyer's Guide for 2026
How 55+ communities in South Florida work: the 80% age rule, what the monthly fee covers, newer condo laws and the area's best-known communities.
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Downsizing to South Florida: A Practical Plan for Retirees
A step-by-step plan for downsizing to Florida: monthly costs on a fixed income, homestead savings, choosing a home type, timing and hurricane prep.
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