Great information! Unfortunately the high home prices will keep me from moving there however there is good news your channel allows me to enjoy The Villages from a distance. Thanks so much!
I had thought about retiring to the villages also. Watching your other videos I thought it very affordable. Unfortunately I’m having second thoughts. To me it does sound like you need to be rich or extremely well off.
Our truth was realized 1 year into The Villages lifestyle bubble. We now live in Delaware. We reminisce of the pros and cons, and wanted to make it work, but… Jerry & Linda, you guys bring out the best side of our experiences.
Eric, we are sorry it did not work out for you. Sometimes you just gotta do what's best for your situation, and that isn't always going to be The Villages. Our best to you!
@@TheGregWallace 1) Quality of healthcare. 2) Year long allergens. 3) Moved closer to family and grandkids in DelMarVa. 4) Repetitive entertainment at the squares- how many Ride Sally Ride and Brick House versions can one hear. 5) Amenity fee and Bond fee. 6) High density barracks-like homes, along FL turnpike & too close to power lines. 7) We lived at The Lofts-- and as renters, we could not get liability insurance ANYWHERE for a golf cart. 8) The heat and humidity did not break until midnight! 9) Snakes in the lanai. 10) Palmetto roaches were a constant problem. Those are the main reasons. Otherwise it was great! Loved the wildlife; alligators, Sandhill Cranes, Ospreys, and Pelicans. And the people were all friendly as advertised. So overall, it was delightful- but not for us. Thanks for asking!
@@grandpa_eric Very good answer! Snakes in the lanai? OMG wow had no idea they could get in there! I have done so much research on Fla - sinkholes hurricanes flying roaches snakes bugs galore torrential storms heat and humidity combo in the summer etc… the list is long! I’m in the DFW area of Texas so we have good weather we don’t have a high humidity that Houston has or down by the gulf. My issues are the ones I mentioned above, the deed restrictions, and having to be mindful of these wild life creatures some would be enjoyable but certainly not others like snakes and gators. I have learned that moving anywhere different can be a culture shock - it’s more then just life in TV its Florida life and all that goes along with living in Fla. Most importantly it has to work on a “day to day” basis if that makes sense. When I started researching fla places - 10-11 years ago the population at that time was 70g so it certainly has grown in the last decade!
I started researching 55 places in Florida, the Del Webb’s in AZ, Vegas etc … about 10 years ago. The last few years of research I found either promotional videos blogs etc or tabloid fodder type stories- and Jerry mentioned some of the things that have been said, but not much in between like the day-to-day life and all of the things covered on the show I certainly didn’t find anything like that back then. I think I’ve been watching this channel for about a year now and I have learned so much! Jerry & Linda are the kind of folks you would be proud to have as neighbors they are a good representation and ambassadors for the villages for sure! Im not sure Florida or the villages is for me, I like my peace & quiet serenity is everything for me at this stage of the game and I have learned what the meaning of ACTIVE adult means - it’s an active community as I mentioned before the villages can be a busy place - it’s not your quiet as a church mouse type of place!
Great Video, we purchased Ryan's book in late 2019 (full of great info) and we closed on our home in early 2021 which was south of 44 in The Villages. THANKS!
Happiness in this Holiday Season Linda and Jerry💕💕💕 Your right about the pool. My husband and I put one in 30 years ago when our girls were 6 and 4 years old. There is a lot of upkeep, but our family enjoyed it and as our seasons get warmer the increase in utilities having a pool is justified. As we age couldn’t see then putting it in and enjoy goin TO a pool and having maintenance done by our park district.
Comparing it to the size of Waco was helpful for me, thank you. Though I would never call Waco a big city. It's only the 24th largest city in Texas. I'm in Austin now and would never consider Waco a "big city," but now I have a much more concrete idea of the size of the villages. Thank you for that!
Alright Jerry and Linda, what have you done to me??? I commented a few days ago that I somehow stumbled across your channel, and have no understanding (as a 52 year old, Georgia-living, have-no-desire-to-retire-or-move-anywhere) why it captured my attention. Fast forward to today, and I find that I have now somehow consumed at least 20 of your videos, and having downloaded the entertainment and education curriculum brochure, now find myself reading through what classes are offered, and locating where they are on the Villages online map!!! --- have you cast a spell on me or what??? This is nuts, but I am so intrigued by the concept of what this community is about, I seemingly can't dig myself out of the hole. Whatever drug you're sending across the airwaves of your TH-cam channel, I may need an intervention....
My comments are for the critics but we know we all have a critic they keep us honest and striving for better but Jerry and Linda this might be your best show yet! Ryan was a delight and Jerry you ask great questions for all of us. I hope you have him back again he was awesome. 👏 Duane in Lexington!
We booked a 7 day Lifestyle visit, then added 5 extra days before it, in the Brownwood Hotel because we couldn’t wait to get here. Bought a house on day 7 of the 12 days, just closed a week ago today on December 1, 2021. We are moved in and love it so far.
Absolutely wonderful informative video Jerry and Linda! So glad you had a well informed guest in today! This was chocked full of great information today! Wishing you both a wonderful weekend! I sure appreciate you both! Mark in Iowa.
When I worked at the Post Office that serves the Villages. From 466A and north, the average amount of "snow birds" was around 18 percent as best we could figure.
House prices have gone crazy here too in New Zealand and also my home town back in Australia. My friends are worried our land rates are going to go up next.
Great show! Ryan was a good well-informed guest. I just wish he would have looked at you two every once in a while. It was almost like he was at a different location looking at you two on a monitor. He was there with y'all, wasn't he?
He was just looking at them in a seperate monitor. To us, it appeared a bit odd, but he's not a pro interviewee, nor are Jerry and Linda pro videographers. Where people look is usually the job of the director. I think this is a static set up, with no actual director pointing to a seperate camera or monitor so everyone is in tune and in sync. The interview itsdelf was very well conducted by Jerry, and Ryan is well spoken.
the traffic is not worse during the "snowbird season" ...it is really just the way it is.... people should look at it through the lense of.... it is so "NOT CROWDED DURING THE OFF SEASON"... this is founded on the idea that if there were no snowbirds.... it would ALWAYS BE CROWDED... food for thought...
Jerry and Linda--Thank you for your wealth of knowledge! You two took the plunge and you are happy. It shows. Our CT home is not suitable for aging boomers so we are going to give FL a try by renting for a year. During that time we will assess if we like the culture but we will also visit planned communities including gated ones and see if something will work for us. I have seen many of your videos and they have all been helpful in one way or another. Amazed here at how many non-Floridians just sell out and move and buy in FL right away. I always measure 3 or 4 times before I cut. I'd love to be your neighbors. And of course let us not forget--Gizmo who really is the star of your videos!! Don't worry-be happy!
Yes, the number of people that tell us that they watch our videos and then buy homes is amazing. You are wise to come and check it out. We think it is wonderful, but you need to find out what's best for you. We thought we were happy in Indiana, but LOVE our life here.
Loved the show; great idea to have Ryan on the show. I bought his book ‘ Inside the Bubble’ a few years ago; a very good resource for those interested in TV.
Loved this vlog. Your guest was excellent (and did a fine job even though looking at the camera…Thank you Ryan). Been there 3 winters in a row until Covid and absolutely LOVED it. But I am one of those snowbirds from Canada, and renting is my preference. Unless I win the lottery….
The Villages are a tribute to recreational life. If you want to spend your time playing golf and socializing, then go for it. Without a doubt The Villagers favor couples and while everyone is welcome it is a far more enjoyable environment as a couple. It just is what it is-a place for recreational activities among people of your own age group.
There are tons of single people here. And of all ages, from their early 50s to the 90s and even 100 year old people here. Also lots of diversity here despite the rumors.
Love y’all’s videos! Hope I will be there soon!! Question for you, I don’t play golf, will I enjoy it there if I don’t play? Would I still need a golf cart? Thanks!!
You don't have to play golf to enjoy the villages.. But… having a golf cart is one of the greatest joys of living here. This is a whole new way to get around, run errands, & have fun. There are certainly other communities that would offer you more house for the money than the villages. But not many communities offer you the entire package with all the infrastructure and activities that are available here.
I don't think there are any cemeteries "IN THE VILLAGES". There are some just outside TV. I think the big thing here is cremations. And lots of people might have their bodies sent back "home" for burial.
I just can’t wrap my head around snowbirds. It must be so expensive to keep two homes maintained. Not to mention the worry about what is happening at my house in the north while I’m in the south. Then when they go back north, they have to worry about the Villages house. Then there’s all the stuff you have to buy for two houses! Then you said they still have to pay the amenities fee even when they’re not there. Wow! Can you get a six month rental apartment in The Villages?
Thank you again for another informative video. I have his ebook, got it when I became interested in moving here, still getting updates and he does a wonderful job as you both do. How lucky in so many ways to be here,🥰👍🏻
Jerry/Linda curiosity question, why is there no spas/Jacuzzis in the Pools, I find that odd since most Resort style hotels have them, why not in any of the Villages Family Pools??
Maybe they (The Villages) estimate the number of people living there by assuming they are 2 people per house or condo and multiplying that by the number of units????
Yes the home prices in Fla around that time after the 08 recession we’re 30/40% less during 2009-2011 time frame that’s when I was considering it also - beautiful homes there and OTOW for such great prices. I will definitely be waiting for the next recession before I bought I would not purchase in a strong sellers market but that’s just me.
Great show as always..really enjoy reading Ryan’s blog..thanks for sharing : ) Pets and treats to little Giz, we missed him but perhaps he was supervising off camera or working on his jokes : ) 🐶🐾💓🙂
No we cannot. Our lot is too small. We have found however that it is really easy to take the one minute cart ride to our neighborhood pool. Then we don't have to upkeep, or pay for pool maintenance perior maintenance.
@@JERRYANDLINDA You are very wise to not put in a pool even if you had the space for one. My Mother's home had a pool and it was a money pit. Constantly needing very expensive repairs over the years and that didn't include the chlorine and the constant cleaning. She eventually had it filled in and she will very happy that she did. Where is Gizmo today?
@@NavyWife We had a 20' X 40' inground pool in Virginia. A storm made a sinkhole like area and caved part of it in. Poor hurried pool construction. Had it filled in as well.
We went to The Villages for the first time in March 2019 ... went back in May 2019, looked at 50 (yes, 50 homes) and then put an offer in on one of the houses. A month later we became Village Home Owners! It just seems like I've been hearing the same numbers 60,000 homes (or so) and 120-160 population. But every time we go visit our home (because we have 3 years until we can retire) we drive to the "new" area and see neighborhoods that were just dirt ... now completed areas (like St Catherine) and new areas being worked on. I really wish everyone who was thinking of retiring would be able to visit The Villages and fall in love with the area and the people who live there such as we did! (And of course the enthusiasm you Newcomers have after 3 years of living there. I completely understand why you may not be so eager to travel ... we always thought we would travel once we retired but I can see just staying put in our home there and visiting our family.
Those are bison not buffalo.Buffalo live in Africa. Everything else good. We were at the villages in the summer seems just as busy as winter. Btw, if you want to see a herd of bison or wild mustangs go to Payne's Praire Preserve state park. Take I-75 north. You cant miss the interstate goes right through it.
Scientifically, the term buffalo is incorrect for the North American species. ... However, common usage has made the term buffalo an acceptable synonym for the American bison."
Interesting story about the buffalo, but there's one small problem: only bison live in the United States. Buffalo live in Africa. Thank you for another interesting vlog.
Ryan did remind me of a “deer in the headlights”-he seemed very uncomfortable. I downloaded a sample of his book to check it out. Since I had not read his book, I would have liked a more detailed account of its contents and how he gathered his material. Since he doesn’t live in the Villages, I confess to being skeptical of his sources. I get the idea of “the bubble” but it almost gives the impression that life in the Villages is not realistic. One thing that I’m concerned about is the number of rentals in the Villages. My personal experience with living in a development that was made up of mainly investor owned rentals was not good. Sadly, I’m afraid that prices are becoming unaffordable for us. Hopefully I’m wrong-we’re going on our second lifestyle visit soon.
You both know I love you, however the issues that are negative are true. Building apartment complex,Taking out popular dining restaurants, Now they are talking about taking away the movie theaters. Residents being told they will not be building past 466.It seems like that the developer doesn't make them money then he takes it away.Are there things to do there,YES, but I wouldn't like it ,if I moved there because I liked certain things and take it away.My biggest issue is the apartment complex.Don't get me wrong I love the Villages ,but I feel the homes now are in the 300 thousand range and you don't get a lot for that kind of money. But they are selling at insane amount of money. So Jerry not when you bought ,but the last year, you definitely have to have lots of money to live there.
Jerry and Linda those jokesters! Haha, no it was all my fault I studied their previous interviews beforehand and didn't quite grasp that we'd all be in the same shot for this one. I'll do better next time ;-)
Comment......I like the villages and hope to retire their in about 10 years......but I wonder what it is going to look like in about 10 to 20 years when most of the baby boomers are gone that had true pensions that actually could retire and now the large percentage of younger folks that want to retire one day will never be able to because they are broke....who is going to be able to buy and live in these houses........it just boggles my mind? I guess that is when home prices will have to go back down or it will no longer be a retirement village because someone will have to buy these homes.
@@daledivine4625 he appeared to be looking at the wrong camera or something. He was very informative but we almost thought he wasn't told where to look.
It's not hard to understand why some people think that only rich people can live in The Villages, and not because of the price alone. Golf courses are usually associated with Golf Clubs that have ridiculous annual fees, so the average person can't pay that to play golf. Unfortunately, also, most "rich" people are republicans so it's easy to think that exists there. You mentioned celebrities who live there - well, they must be the ones with the multi-million dollar homes with in-ground pools and "bird cages." Just watching your videos tells me living there is like living in Paradise.... enjoy the good life while you can !!!!!! Great video as always !!!!
That is soooo totally untrue about only rich people here. Sure there are quite a few but I can attest by my wife and myself. We moved here from Virginia in Feb. 2014 and relocating in our 60s was the farthest thing on out mind. We had not managed our savings for a move like this but we barely did it. We're definitely among the minority of the rich people because we are soooo farrrr from that.
There are many up north that sell their homes for a million or more then built here for a lot less, but still more than most can afford. For them it’s a win. Housing prices in TV’s may keep retired school teachers, cops and firefighters from retiring here, sadly.
@@bonnieflanagan9297 " Housing prices in TV’s may keep retired school teachers, cops and firefighters from retiring here, sadly." Are you kidding! Teachers, cops, and firefighters enjoy rich government pensions! Many at six figures!
Great show but interviewing side by side is Awkward ! He looks straight ahead and Jerry looks at him. He never looks at Jerry! Maybe time for a 2 camera shoot!
You did great Ryan. If anybody was at fault it was me, for not explaining it well enough, and not noticing it at the time. The important thing is the information and you are an absolute champ at that. We thank you for coming, you did a fantastic job.
Lived there for a year in 2013 moved away felt too young but returned in 2020 and know love it so we are the Village returners LOL
Great information! Unfortunately the high home prices will keep me from moving there however there is good news your channel allows me to enjoy The Villages from a distance. Thanks so much!
Yes it's very sad that the prices are just out of control right now. It leaves me out also. :(
I’m in the same boat. But someday maybe.
I had thought about retiring to the villages also. Watching your other videos I thought it very affordable. Unfortunately I’m having second thoughts. To me it does sound like you need to be rich or extremely well off.
Linda, Jerry, and Gizmo are my favorite Villages' celebrities 👊
Thanks, Marty!
Our truth was realized 1 year into The Villages lifestyle bubble. We now live in Delaware. We reminisce of the pros and cons, and wanted to make it work, but… Jerry & Linda, you guys bring out the best side of our experiences.
Eric, we are sorry it did not work out for you. Sometimes you just gotta do what's best for your situation, and that isn't always going to be The Villages. Our best to you!
@@JERRYANDLINDA It was a thrill seeing you guys out and about; at Bluefin, on your electric bike. No regrets. It took a full year to decide.
@@grandpa_eric What are some things that made you change your mind.....?
@@TheGregWallace 1) Quality of healthcare. 2) Year long allergens. 3) Moved closer to family and grandkids in DelMarVa. 4) Repetitive entertainment at the squares- how many Ride Sally Ride and Brick House versions can one hear. 5) Amenity fee and Bond fee. 6) High density barracks-like homes, along FL turnpike & too close to power lines. 7) We lived at The Lofts-- and as renters, we could not get liability insurance ANYWHERE for a golf cart. 8) The heat and humidity did not break until midnight! 9) Snakes in the lanai. 10) Palmetto roaches were a constant problem.
Those are the main reasons.
Otherwise it was great! Loved the wildlife; alligators, Sandhill Cranes, Ospreys, and Pelicans. And the people were all friendly as advertised. So overall, it was delightful- but not for us. Thanks for asking!
@@grandpa_eric Very good answer! Snakes in the lanai? OMG wow had no idea they could get in there! I have done so much research on Fla - sinkholes hurricanes flying roaches snakes bugs galore torrential storms heat and humidity combo in the summer etc… the list is long! I’m in the DFW area of Texas so we have good weather we don’t have a high humidity that Houston has or down by the gulf. My issues are the ones I mentioned above, the deed restrictions, and having to be mindful of these wild life creatures some would be enjoyable but certainly not others like snakes and gators. I have learned that moving anywhere different can be a culture shock - it’s more then just life in TV its Florida life and all that goes along with living in Fla. Most importantly it has to work on a “day to day” basis if that makes sense. When I started researching fla places - 10-11 years ago the population at that time was 70g so it certainly has grown in the last decade!
ANOTHER GREAT VIDEO!!! Wow… really enjoyed it!!!
Ryan, along with you, Stan Smith, and Rusty Nelson are the reason that I am now a villager.
Congrats and thank you Don!
Happy 3 year anniversary of living in The Villages! 🥳🌷😀🙋♀️
Great video! It was fun to meet the author of Inside the Bubble! Hopefully, people will learn that the rumors here are just that!
I read Inside the Bubble and found it full of facts Thank you Ryan for your book and doing this interview with Jerry and Linda.
Another fine show.....Thank you
Love, love this interview with Ryan. Thanks Ryan for all the information provided and thank you guys for getting Ryan to appear in this video.
I started researching 55 places in Florida, the Del Webb’s in AZ, Vegas etc … about 10 years ago. The last few years of research I found either promotional videos blogs etc or tabloid fodder type stories- and Jerry mentioned some of the things that have been said, but not much in between like the day-to-day life and all of the things covered on the show I certainly didn’t find anything like that back then. I think I’ve been watching this channel for about a year now and I have learned so much! Jerry & Linda are the kind of folks you would be proud to have as neighbors they are a good representation and ambassadors for the villages for sure! Im not sure Florida or the villages is for me, I like my peace & quiet serenity is everything for me at this stage of the game and I have learned what the meaning of ACTIVE adult means - it’s an active community as I mentioned before the villages can be a busy place - it’s not your quiet as a church mouse type of place!
Thank you Lauren. You can live quiet here if that's what you prefer.
Thank you, Jerry, Linda and Ryan!!! Have a super day. Craig
Thanks, Craig! 😁😁
@@JERRYANDLINDA You are welcome! :)
Thanks!! Inventors, Celebrities, Astro physicists... Great bunch..
Looking so beautiful, Linda!
We bought our condo in 2017 down here in Fla., wish we bought 2 as well!
Great chat ! Thanks for sharing
Loved the interview! Thanks so much!
Great Video, we purchased Ryan's book in late 2019 (full of great info) and we closed on our home in early 2021 which was south of 44 in The Villages. THANKS!
Happiness in this Holiday Season Linda and Jerry💕💕💕 Your right about the pool. My husband and I put one in 30 years ago when our girls were 6 and 4 years old. There is a lot of upkeep, but our family enjoyed it and as our seasons get warmer the increase in utilities having a pool is justified. As we age couldn’t see then putting it in and enjoy goin TO a pool and having maintenance done by our park district.
Great video Jerry and Linda. Thanks so much.
Another awesome show!!!
Comparing it to the size of Waco was helpful for me, thank you. Though I would never call Waco a big city. It's only the 24th largest city in Texas. I'm in Austin now and would never consider Waco a "big city," but now I have a much more concrete idea of the size of the villages. Thank you for that!
Informative as usual!! Hope you can show us the lights and decor soon
Great show as always! Thanks for sharing this information.
Enjoy your show so much. Keep up the good work.
Enjoyed this show thxs to all
Alright Jerry and Linda, what have you done to me??? I commented a few days ago that I somehow stumbled across your channel, and have no understanding (as a 52 year old, Georgia-living, have-no-desire-to-retire-or-move-anywhere) why it captured my attention.
Fast forward to today, and I find that I have now somehow consumed at least 20 of your videos, and having downloaded the entertainment and education curriculum brochure, now find myself reading through what classes are offered, and locating where they are on the Villages online map!!! --- have you cast a spell on me or what???
This is nuts, but I am so intrigued by the concept of what this community is about, I seemingly can't dig myself out of the hole. Whatever drug you're sending across the airwaves of your TH-cam channel, I may need an intervention....
My comments are for the critics but we know we all have a critic they keep us honest and striving for better but Jerry and Linda this might be your best show yet! Ryan was a delight and Jerry you ask great questions for all of us. I hope you have him back again he was awesome. 👏 Duane in Lexington!
Thank you for the kind words Duane. I truly had a blast!
Thanks again! Another great show!
That was very interesting. I really enjoy the interview videos. Only down fall is not seeing little Gizmo! Thanks for sharing and God bless.
Just ordered the book for my mom to
Prepare for her lifestyle
Visit in April 2022!
The o'l saying, "Where ever you go, there you are".... : )
Very informative. Great job!
We went to the villages lifestyle visit, I thought 4 days was enough and that I would be bored. I was so wrong, now I had wish we spend 7 days.
And most people that are here a week wish they had 2 weeks or a month because there's so much to see and do.
We booked a 7 day Lifestyle visit, then added 5 extra days before it, in the Brownwood Hotel because we couldn’t wait to get here. Bought a house on day 7 of the 12 days, just closed a week ago today on December 1, 2021. We are moved in and love it so far.
Great show Thanks!!!
Thank you for sharing another outstanding show.
Great show!
Absolutely wonderful informative video Jerry and Linda! So glad you had a well informed guest in today! This was chocked full of great information today! Wishing you both a wonderful weekend! I sure appreciate you both! Mark in Iowa.
Thank you for a great show, very enjoyable
Another great video 🤩😎😻! Always learning something new. Many thanks for all you do😻😘. Much love to Gizmo🥰.
When I worked at the Post Office that serves the Villages. From 466A and north, the average amount of "snow birds" was around 18 percent as best we could figure.
The Villages are what you make it. Seems to us like it's a great place to live.
Another great show with lots of info but did miss my buddy, Gismo! Well, I think of him as my buddy! Hugs from N.J.❤️🤗
excellent interview.... thanks
💕💕💕 Linda and Jerry
Hey Jerry! Hey Linda! Another great show 👋
Great show. Ryan is very knowledgeable about The Villages.
House prices have gone crazy here too in New Zealand and also my home town back in Australia. My friends are worried our land rates are going to go up next.
Really enjoyed this video - thank you. Lots of good info from Ryan. I’m gonna get the two books.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I’m ordering both books!
Love your show ....
Great show! Ryan was a good well-informed guest. I just wish he would have looked at you two every once in a while. It was almost like he was at a different location looking at you two on a monitor. He was there with y'all, wasn't he?
Totally my fault! I didn’t quite understand the multiple camera/shot setup. Sorry, live and learn 😂
Ryan, you did fine! Your content is what we are here soaking up!
@@20pawranch Thank you for the kind words Holly!
He was just looking at them in a seperate monitor. To us, it appeared a bit odd, but he's not a pro interviewee, nor are Jerry and Linda pro videographers. Where people look is usually the job of the director. I think this is a static set up, with no actual director pointing to a seperate camera or monitor so everyone is in tune and in sync.
The interview itsdelf was very well conducted by Jerry, and Ryan is well spoken.
Thank you! We are learning more every day! Day 🙂🙂
Cool guy, missing some eye contact, but articulate and knowledgeable about the subject. Kudo's for the interview.
Thanks
the traffic is not worse during the "snowbird season" ...it is really just the way it is.... people should look at it through the lense of.... it is so "NOT CROWDED DURING THE OFF SEASON"... this is founded on the idea that if there were no snowbirds.... it would ALWAYS BE CROWDED... food for thought...
Laguna Hills is the west coast type of Villages. They have horses too.
Good show. But no eye contact with Jerry and Linda. ???
Great show, guys! And "Inside the Bubble" is very useful. We read it before deciding to move here.
Love the guests you have on the show I keep learning for when I get there. Ryan’s book “Inside the Bubble” is a must. Thanks! ❤️🩹
Jerry and Linda--Thank you for your wealth of knowledge! You two took the plunge and you are happy. It shows. Our CT home is not suitable for aging boomers so we are going to give FL a try by renting for a year. During that time we will assess if we like the culture but we will also visit planned communities including gated ones and see if something will work for us. I have seen many of your videos and they have all been helpful in one way or another. Amazed here at how many non-Floridians just sell out and move and buy in FL right away. I always measure 3 or 4 times before I cut. I'd love to be your neighbors. And of course let us not forget--Gizmo who really is the star of your videos!! Don't worry-be happy!
Yes, the number of people that tell us that they watch our videos and then buy homes is amazing. You are wise to come and check it out. We think it is wonderful, but you need to find out what's best for you. We thought we were happy in Indiana, but LOVE our life here.
We missed Gizmo today 😢
Great info! Ryan may want to make more eye contact in any future videos he makes.
Totally my bad, I didn’t quite understand the multiple camera/shot setup. Live and learn right 😂
Loved the show; great idea to have Ryan on the show. I bought his book ‘ Inside the Bubble’ a few years ago; a very good resource for those interested in TV.
Loved this vlog. Your guest was excellent (and did a fine job even though looking at the camera…Thank you Ryan). Been there 3 winters in a row until Covid and absolutely LOVED it. But I am one of those snowbirds from Canada, and renting is my preference. Unless I win the lottery….
The Villages are a tribute to recreational life. If you want to spend your time playing golf and socializing, then go for it. Without a doubt The Villagers favor couples and while everyone is welcome it is a far more enjoyable environment as a couple. It just is what it is-a place for recreational activities among people of your own age group.
There are tons of single people here. And of all ages, from their early 50s to the 90s and even 100 year old people here. Also lots of diversity here despite the rumors.
Love y’all’s videos! Hope I will be there soon!! Question for you, I don’t play golf, will I enjoy it there if I don’t play? Would I still need a golf cart? Thanks!!
You don't have to play golf to enjoy the villages.. But… having a golf cart is one of the greatest joys of living here. This is a whole new way to get around, run errands, & have fun. There are certainly other communities that would offer you more house for the money than the villages. But not many communities offer you the entire package with all the infrastructure and activities that are available here.
@@JERRYANDLINDA Thank you! See y’all when I’m down there!
I don't remember if this was ever addressed, are there cemeteries and funeral homes in the Villages?
Yes.
I don't think there are any cemeteries "IN THE VILLAGES". There are some just outside TV. I think the big thing here is cremations. And lots of people might have their bodies sent back "home" for burial.
Interesting. TY.
LA..LA..land. Been there..done that. Enjoy while you can.✌
I just can’t wrap my head around snowbirds. It must be so expensive to keep two homes maintained. Not to mention the worry about what is happening at my house in the north while I’m in the south. Then when they go back north, they have to worry about the Villages house. Then there’s all the stuff you have to buy for two houses! Then you said they still have to pay the amenities fee even when they’re not there. Wow! Can you get a six month rental apartment in The Villages?
Yes, you can.
"Inside the Bubble" is a great book! Read it cover-to-cover this week. (Don't have the other one yet.)
Yes, it is! 😁😁
Thank you again for another informative video. I have his ebook, got it when I became interested in moving here, still getting updates and he does a wonderful job as you both do. How lucky in so many ways to be here,🥰👍🏻
Hi guys great show,I always like finding out what kind of work people did before retirement I think that will make a great show, keep up the good work
Yes, gals, great video!
Jerry/Linda curiosity question, why is there no spas/Jacuzzis in the Pools, I find that odd since most Resort style hotels have them, why not in any of the Villages Family Pools??
The only one is at Orange Blossom way up north.
Maybe they (The Villages) estimate the number of people living there by assuming they are 2 people per house or condo and multiplying that by the number of units????
My neighbors claim to fame is a share of the Nobel Peace Prize .
Famous residents or parents of.....David Bromstad of HGTV Lottery Dreamhome, his parents did live in the Villages at one time.
Home value increases are great for my kids but what about for my property taxes??
Good question.
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“”Inside the Bubble” is a perfect descriptor of the villages. Let’s hope it gives the real pros and cons of living in a bubble.
I noticed that too. Maybe stage fright. He looked cute
Sounds like it’s 6 o clock somewhere
My only regret is that I didn’t buy a home when I did a Lifestyle visit ten years ago.
Yes the home prices in Fla around that time after the 08 recession we’re 30/40% less during 2009-2011 time frame that’s when I was considering it also - beautiful homes there and OTOW for such great prices. I will definitely be waiting for the next recession before I bought I would not purchase in a strong sellers market but that’s just me.
Missed Gizmo 🐾
Great show as always..really enjoy reading Ryan’s blog..thanks for sharing : ) Pets and treats to little Giz, we missed him but perhaps he was supervising off camera or working on his jokes : ) 🐶🐾💓🙂
What, no comments from Gizmo? 😛
Awesome show. Go Buffalo! Or is it Buffaloes?
Buffali. Ha
Jerry and Linda, can you add a built in pool at your current location ?
No we cannot. Our lot is too small. We have found however that it is really easy to take the one minute cart ride to our neighborhood pool. Then we don't have to upkeep, or pay for pool maintenance perior maintenance.
there may be enough room for a small kiddie pool. maybe.
@@JERRYANDLINDA You are very wise to not put in a pool even if you had the space for one. My Mother's home had a pool and it was a money pit. Constantly needing very expensive repairs over the years and that didn't include the chlorine and the constant cleaning. She eventually had it filled in and she will very happy that she did.
Where is Gizmo today?
@@NavyWife We had a 20' X 40' inground pool in Virginia. A storm made a sinkhole like area and caved part of it in. Poor hurried pool construction. Had it filled in as well.
More than the amount of people activly living in the Villages ... how many homes are there?
60,000 or so!
We went to The Villages for the first time in March 2019 ... went back in May 2019, looked at 50 (yes, 50 homes) and then put an offer in on one of the houses. A month later we became Village Home Owners! It just seems like I've been hearing the same numbers 60,000 homes (or so) and 120-160 population. But every time we go visit our home (because we have 3 years until we can retire) we drive to the "new" area and see neighborhoods that were just dirt ... now completed areas (like St Catherine) and new areas being worked on. I really wish everyone who was thinking of retiring would be able to visit The Villages and fall in love with the area and the people who live there such as we did! (And of course the enthusiasm you Newcomers have after 3 years of living there. I completely understand why you may not be so eager to travel ... we always thought we would travel once we retired but I can see just staying put in our home there and visiting our family.
Those are bison not buffalo.Buffalo live in Africa. Everything else good. We were at the villages in the summer seems just as busy as winter. Btw, if you want to see a herd of bison or wild mustangs go to Payne's Praire Preserve state park. Take I-75 north. You cant miss the interstate goes right through it.
Scientifically, the term buffalo is incorrect for the North American species. ... However, common usage has made the term buffalo an acceptable synonym for the American bison."
Where is giz?
On the flo.
Ok you 2 educators. Where would these famous people be without dedicated people who became educators .
Interesting story about the buffalo, but there's one small problem: only bison live in the United States. Buffalo live in Africa.
Thank you for another interesting vlog.
Ryan did remind me of a “deer in the headlights”-he seemed very uncomfortable. I downloaded a sample of his book to check it out. Since I had not read his book, I would have liked a more detailed account of its contents and how he gathered his material. Since he doesn’t live in the Villages, I confess to being skeptical of his sources. I get the idea of “the bubble” but it almost gives the impression that life in the Villages is not realistic. One thing that I’m concerned about is the number of rentals in the Villages. My personal experience with living in a development that was made up of mainly investor owned rentals was not good. Sadly, I’m afraid that prices are becoming unaffordable for us. Hopefully I’m wrong-we’re going on our second lifestyle visit soon.
You both know I love you, however the issues that are negative are true. Building apartment complex,Taking out popular dining restaurants, Now they are talking about taking away the movie theaters. Residents being told they will not be building past 466.It seems like that the developer doesn't make them money then he takes it away.Are there things to do there,YES, but I wouldn't like it ,if I moved there because I liked certain things and take it away.My biggest issue is the apartment complex.Don't get me wrong I love the Villages ,but I feel the homes now are in the 300 thousand range and you don't get a lot for that kind of money. But they are selling at insane amount of money. So Jerry not when you bought ,but the last year, you definitely have to have lots of money to live there.
Did you tell Ryan to look at a camera that isn't filming?
Jerry and Linda those jokesters! Haha, no it was all my fault I studied their previous interviews beforehand and didn't quite grasp that we'd all be in the same shot for this one. I'll do better next time ;-)
Comment......I like the villages and hope to retire their in about 10 years......but I wonder what it is going to look like in about 10 to 20 years when most of the baby boomers are gone that had true pensions that actually could retire and now the large percentage of younger folks that want to retire one day will never be able to because they are broke....who is going to be able to buy and live in these houses........it just boggles my mind? I guess that is when home prices will have to go back down or it will no longer be a retirement village because someone will have to buy these homes.
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Very informative but I wish that Ryan would’ve looked at you instead of just looking straight ahead!! Maybe he was dubbed in to the video, lol!!!
He sure looked straight at the camera the entire time.
@@daledivine4625 he appeared to be looking at the wrong camera or something. He was very informative but we almost thought he wasn't told where to look.
Ryan has explained the reason for this this several times!
@@tmilwaukee real? When? I must’ve missed it? What was the reason, if I may ask?
Most likely it was poor directing from Jerry.
It's not hard to understand why some people think that only rich people can live in The Villages, and not because of the price alone. Golf courses are usually associated with Golf Clubs that have ridiculous annual fees, so the average person can't pay that to play golf. Unfortunately, also, most "rich" people are republicans so it's easy to think that exists there. You mentioned celebrities who live there - well, they must be the ones with the multi-million dollar homes with in-ground pools and "bird cages." Just watching your videos tells me living there is like living in Paradise.... enjoy the good life while you can !!!!!! Great video as always !!!!
That is soooo totally untrue about only rich people here. Sure there are quite a few but I can attest by my wife and myself. We moved here from Virginia in Feb. 2014 and relocating in our 60s was the farthest thing on out mind. We had not managed our savings for a move like this but we barely did it. We're definitely among the minority of the rich people because we are soooo farrrr from that.
There are many up north that sell their homes for a million or more then built here for a lot less, but still more than most can afford. For them it’s a win. Housing prices in TV’s may keep retired school teachers, cops and firefighters from retiring here, sadly.
@@bonnieflanagan9297 " Housing prices in TV’s may keep retired school teachers, cops and firefighters from retiring here, sadly."
Are you kidding! Teachers, cops, and firefighters enjoy rich government pensions! Many at six figures!
Great show but interviewing side by side is Awkward ! He looks straight ahead and Jerry looks at him. He never looks at Jerry! Maybe time for a 2 camera shoot!
They had two cameras but this interview newbie didn't quite understand the setup. I'll get it right next time ;-)
You did great Ryan. If anybody was at fault it was me, for not explaining it well enough, and not noticing it at the time. The important thing is the information and you are an absolute champ at that. We thank you for coming, you did a fantastic job.