Where Will All the Baby Boomers Go?

As the majority of people know, Baby Boomers are Americans born between 1946 and 1964, and they currently make up 26.1% of the population according the U.S Census Bureau. That is approximately 78 millions people! Many of them will be ready to enjoy their hard-­‐earned retirement soon, and where is the best place for them to do that?

 

Florida, of course! I know it seems cliche that everyone retires in Florida, but there are so many reasons why the Central Florida area is a great place to call to home. As a Realtor, I help a lot of people relocate every year, and the predominant reason is still the weather.

 

Just last week, the northeast was pummeled with over 2 feet of snow in the New York Metro area. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, Florida is the perfect place to sustain an active lifestyle and enjoy all of the leisure activities that you have been putting off while working and raising your children.

 

The Greater Orlando area is only 50 miles away from the coast, so day trips to the beach are always a possibility. We also have all of the theme parks for visiting guests. As a resident of Celebration Florida, I know that if you live near ‘The Mouse’, they will come! We also have the more golf courses than any other state, and lots of freshwater lakes and state parks to enjoy boating and water sports.

 

This may sound like a tourist brochure, so now I will tell you the best reason to retire or semi-­retire in Florida – AFFORDABILITY. Orlando Florida Homes comes in all sizes and prices, but you can purchase a golf front home with 4 bedrooms for as little as $199,000.

 

You would be close to shopping, restaurants, theme parks, and the cost of living in Florida is lower than up north. Many people think that the real estate market is a risky place right now, but in all honesty, this is the time to purchase for the future. I have had many clients purchase their retirement homes now even if they don’t plan to retire for few year simply because homes are so affordable right now.

 

The real estate market is ripe with opportunity right now. Don’t miss it! Contact Nectar Real Estate to help you find the perfect Florida retirement home!