For buyers

Buying in an Active Adult community

Buying in a 55+ community is different — age qualifications, HOA structures, amenities, and resale rules all matter. Here's the full process, step by step.

  1. 01

    Deciding to Buy

    Purchasing a property is most likely the biggest financial decision you will ever make. Whether this is your first purchase or you are an experienced buyer, this decision…

  2. 02

    Preparing to Buy

    Before you start shopping for your property, it is a good idea to make some preparations. Build Your Green File. A green file contains all your important financial…

  3. 03

    Choose a Real Estate Agent

    Buying a property requires making many important financial decisions, understanding complex issues and completing a lot of paperwork. It helps to have an expert in your corner when…

  4. 04

    Time to go shopping

    Once those preparations are out of the way, it is time to find the right property for you. Take a Drive. Get to know the neighborhoods, complexes, or…

  5. 05

    Escrow inspections & appraisals

    The Initial Agreement and Deposit. An effective agreement is a legal arrangement between a potential purchaser and the property’s seller. Some important tips to keep in mind to…

  6. 06

    Moving In

    If you have come this far, then this means that it is almost time for a congratulations, but not yet. Do not forget to tie up these loose…

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