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Why retirees tour The Villages then walk away
Thousands of retirees visit Florida's largest retirement community each week, fall in love with the lifestyle, then go home and never buy. The reason always comes down to money.
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What Margaritaville won't tell you about retirement
Retirees moving to branded communities face hidden costs that emerge after the developer leaves.
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Renting beats owning in The Villages, at least for now
The math is shifting in retirement communities where hidden costs make renting the smarter financial move for shorter stays.
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