Wednesday night, October 29, 2014, The Villages developer H. Gary Morse passed away. He was 77. It was Morse’s vision that transformed his father’s struggling mobile-home project into what the world knows today as The Villages, perhaps the most notable master-planned community ever developed. A ... Continue Reading » about The Villages developer, H. Gary Morse Dead at 77
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The Villages College Alumni Clubs
You may not have set foot in a lecture hall recently, but that doesn’t mean you can’t still revel in the glory of your school’s proud traditions, especially during fall and college football season. Whether you used to paint yourself up in the Buckeye State (OH-IO!) or do the chomp down in ... Continue Reading » about The Villages College Alumni Clubs
Cars and Carts in The Villages
You may move to The Villages with multiple vehicles. Most people understand that they will need a golf car/cart, even if they don’t golf. You really can’t appreciate The Villages lifestyle unless you take advantage of traveling via cart. But, what is the proper vehicle mix? Obviously ... Continue Reading » about Cars and Carts in The Villages
Single Life in The Villages
I get questions all the time from readers, both single men and single women, asking what singles life is really like in The Villages. Most are concerned that the majority of their neighbors and the people they meet will be married and that they'll feel isolated and lonely. Others are concerned ... Continue Reading » about Single Life in The Villages
Making Friends in The Villages
Is making friends in The Villages really any different from making friends in other places? You bet it’s different. There are people everywhere, most willing to strike up a conversation any time. Some people prefer to group up with their neighbors. Others have friends and family already ... Continue Reading » about Making Friends in The Villages
The Villages Average Homebuyer Will Move 2.5 Times
You’ve probably heard people say that the average home buyer in The Villages moves three times during their time here. This isn’t necessarily a documented fact, and I've heard the figure of 2.5 times tossed around as well, but most people that have lived here awhile feel the number is ... Continue Reading » about The Villages Average Homebuyer Will Move 2.5 Times