More and more, retirees are not willing to “take it easy” in their golden years—now that they have the time for it, they want to enjoy life to the fullest. Here are five suggestions to help you accomplish exactly that. Read more...

Finding the right active retirement community can be a long and painstaking process, and a lot depends on it: your health and happiness, for instance. Here are six questions you should ask yourself to make your search easier. Read more...

If you’re getting ready to retire, you’ve probably already given consideration to the cost of retirement communties. The big question is: can you afford it? If you’re looking for active retirement, the answer is probably “yes.” Read more...

For many seniors, retirement can’t come soon enough. And it’s not work that’s the problem: we derive a satisfying sense of purpose from our jobs, and many, many people are reluctant to quit. The problem often is that their life no longer fits. Read more...

You’ve just moved into an active retirement community, and your first reaction is...panic. Second thoughts come crowding into your mind. Did you make the right decision? What you should do is understand that second thoughts are par for the course. Read more...

Contrary to many people’s expectations, modern manufactured homes are high-quality, safe, comfortable, and attractive when compared to site-built homes. And the communities that feature manufactured homes can save you money and offer more amenities. Read more...

If you can tell the difference between a mashie niblick and a baffing spoon, there’s a good chance you’ve at least considered retiring to a golf community. Spending your golden years surrounded by lush greens is a widely-held American dream. Read more...

Modern retirees are not drawn to a passive or sedentary lifestyle; they want to remain as animated and youthful as they can, for as long as possible. But in order to lead an active lifestyle in your retirement, you have to plan for it. Read more...

Homeowners associations—HOAs—are, in effect, local governments for active retirement communities. You should make sure the HOA is a good one before buying into any community, because their influence can make or break your retirement. Read more...

For longtime city dwellers, moving into a retirement community in a small town can come as a bit of a shock. But it needn't: small-town America is still going strong, and many modern developments have rendered the feeling of isolation a thing of the past. Read more...