I am 53 and retired at 50. 1 thing I did do to retire early was to get out of the 401K and IRA programs. Bought rental real-estate and I am now a Limited Partner in about 1500+ units from collabrative efforts in the fund my estate planner has me invested in. I do not work
I only contribute 5% to get full company match, that's it. The 401K plan is designed for you to work until you are about dead. Also, the government does not have their hands on it yet either
My wife and I live off of our 401K. We don't work. I recommend highly to everyone to build your 401K or Roth IRA's as an alternate revenue stream in retirement to your Social Security. An observation on 401K's is when it gets over 300K it starts to accelerate. When you get over 500K it can really accelerate as the stock market grows
10:35 exactly correct, and perfectly stated. The mainstream focuses on sensationalism and not realism. The Villages exists and thrives because it is paradise on earth for hundreds of thousands of visitors and residents. Your videos are always of the highest quality, with minimal unnecessary chatter. Keep it up! Bravo!
I'm 54 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for.
I feel your pain mate, as a fellow retiree, I’d suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following her advice, I poured $30k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
@@Elliot-Ivan The crazy part is that those advisors are probably outperforming the market and raising good returns but some are charging fees over fees that drain your portfolio. Is this the case with yours too?
I’m guessing that some of your numbers are off: population 140K plus and not 80K also got the impression that Lake Sumter was #1 as in first built but you did mention in size, Good job on this video and I’m glad you mentioned the hater’s. I’ve actually heard rumors against The Villages by 3 different individuals that didn’t even live here but I was still able to set them straight 👍
Been there. Visited friends who live there many times. Unique concept. All inclusive. We decided it's not for us. In our opinions, too crowded & overpriced. For those that choose to live there, we wish you nothing but the best.
Information on this video is old. The theater in Lake Sumter is the only one still open. The one in Spanish Springs is being turned into a gym. While the old guy is being turned into apartments. There has been no word on what they will use Barnwood for. Also Edna's on the Green has been open for several years, it has music in the afternoon 365. A new venue for music called Sawgrass Grove will open in a few months. It will also have 365 music.
It has reached 100+ villages, and is more than 140K people. That’s already been confirmed. Also, you numbered the squares wrong. Spanish Springs is the first square because The Villages was built from north to south. Lake Sumter Landing was the second square, and Brownwood was the third.
@@RealCoasttoCoast I live in and LOVE The Villages - and we do have close to 140K in residents and growing. About 40-50 square miles - all golf cart accessible!! Even though it sounds large, in each little neighborhood, it feels very small town! We know our neighbors- we have fun with them and watch out for each other!! Spanish Springs was the first town square, built in. 1994. Lake Sumter Landing opened in 2004. Brownwood Paddock Town Square built in 2012! Sawgrass- though not a town square - opened last year and is a fun food and entertainment venue. Eastport- the 4th town square will be opening in the next couple of years !!
I looked at the Villages and the surrounding area. Homes in the Villages are100,000 to 150,000$ higher priced than homes within short distances away from there with very little property. Homes much cheaper with acre lots are minutes outside there. The community centers with shops and entertainment etc are open to non residents of the Villages. Most things at the Villages are still available in surrounding cities. some of the reviews show lots of fees to live there more than other locations. Do your research....
Our friends moved there and loved it until she developed a heart condition and the "friends" they met, didn't want to be around someone with health problems because they were there to party and have fun and she became the buzzkill that reminded them that they weren't in high school but were senior citizens only a step away from serious health issues themselves. After she died, her husband moved back to North Carolina to be near real friends and family.
Good luck. I tried to contact them multiple times. email, Facebook, their Homepage. Absolutely no reponse.I tried to order the free cataloge, no response.
Just call the sales office and inquire about a lifestyle visit..I visited here 7 times...approx 6 mos time spent before purchasing a home. Yes you pay for the lifestyle here, but if people think the prices are out of line why are there people moving in daily...obviously they see the value in living here. It is a great place to live!
The Villages is so far inland that usually they will get tropical storm winds that cause minor damages. As far as water and flooding the very low spots like the tunnels will hold some water and the ponds but nothing major.
Water management is designed so that the retention ponds, golf courses and nature preserves get the excess water. Neighborhoods will not likely flood. Hurricanes and tornados are a risk, which is why insurance rates are going up.
Any talk of neuralink brain 🧠 computer 💻 interfaces for elderly residents... BCI could be used to control sleep 😴 and pain in the elderly (there are a variety of medical conditions and injuries more likely when elderly)... An elderly person may choose to sleep 😴 every other day, maybe in a rejuvenating hyperbaric chamber, to maximize longevity, improve health and reduce boredom... Such a setup could also reduce monthly costs because a resident with a neuralink would be asleep ~half the time... Neuralink BCI goes for about $10,000 and hyperbaric chamber goes for $5,000... But if you live a healthier lifestyle for twice as long, it is worth with... It would also be easier to maintain a healthy diet (maybe genetically 🧬 tailored) between periods of neuralink induced sleep 😴...
I regret moving to The Villages. My neighbor smokes medicinal pot on a daily basis in his lanai and the smoke engulfs our house preventing us from using our yard and lanai, and The Villages won't take action. You put an unapproved rock in your yard and you'll get a $2000 fine, stink up the neighborhood with pot and they do nothing.
Double check facts first ...It's not 80,000 people in TV & 3000 clubs.... it's 3600 clubs and according to the US census data it's near 160,000 people.
I would love to live in a community where I could go anyplace in a golf cart! But Not Florida. I don’t do the politics and I don’t do the heat. Plus, they have alligators down there! Kayaking with alligators?! No way!
i am thinking to retired there i will be 38 years old my partner is 70 years we both gay is it good for gays people i am 38 years old i like quite places and have everthink aroound i can come there at winter only 6 month
$800?? 😂... try $165 amenities fee. And my water bill is about $30... All my bills combined aren't even $800! Home insurance 120, cell phones 80, internet 80, water >40, electric >40, Lawn and pest control 60. Plus the amenities ($165) ... It's not even $600 a month.
If by boring you mean free golf for life, hundreds of miles of nature, hiking, biking, walking trails, a movie theatre, a performing arts center, over a hundred pools and rec centers, lakes for fishing, a bowling alley, numerous bars and restaurants, free live entertainment and dancing at multiple locations every single day, over 3000 clubs and groups to join, car shows in the squares, farmers markets in the squares, craft shows, parades and holiday functions in the squares, softball leagues, pickle ball leagues, water aerobics and on and on……..Then ya. It’s boring with nothing here. Outstanding video Marina! Thanks for addressing the negative comments in your video. (We all know they’re coming). So many folks who’ve never been here love to comment on unsubstantiated rumors. When you’re number one, they’ll never stop trying to bring you down.
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I am 53 and retired at 50. 1 thing I did do to retire early was to get out of the 401K and IRA programs. Bought rental real-estate and I am now a Limited Partner in about 1500+ units from collabrative efforts in the fund my estate planner has me invested in. I do not work
I only contribute 5% to get full company match, that's it. The 401K plan is designed for you to work until you are about dead. Also, the government does not have their hands on it yet either
My wife and I live off of our 401K. We don't work. I recommend highly to everyone to build your 401K or Roth IRA's as an alternate revenue stream in retirement to your Social Security. An observation on 401K's is when it gets over 300K it starts to accelerate. When you get over 500K
it can really accelerate as the stock market grows
If I may ask, as in withdrew all of the money from the 401K and IRA programs? If so, what was your strategy behind that decision? Thank you
I learned about govt actions from my licensed fiduciary in by name "Joseph Nick Cahill
Joseph Nick Cahill explained the benefits of long-term treasuries and alternative investments, which the govt doesn't disclose.
10:35 exactly correct, and perfectly stated. The mainstream focuses on sensationalism and not realism. The Villages exists and thrives because it is paradise on earth for hundreds of thousands of visitors and residents.
Your videos are always of the highest quality, with minimal unnecessary chatter. Keep it up! Bravo!
Thank you
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
Paradise on earth? 🤣
You haven’t traveled much or lived anywhere else!
I'm 54 and my wife and I are VERY worried about our future, gas and food prices rising daily. We have had our savings dwindle with the cost of living into the stratosphere, and we are finding it impossible to replace them. We can get by, but can't seem to get ahead. My condolences to anyone retiring in this crisis, 30 years nonstop just for a crooked system to take all you worked for.
I feel your pain mate, as a fellow retiree, I’d suggest you look into passive index fund investing and learn some more. For me, I had my share of ups and downs when I first started looking for a consistent passive income so I hired an expert advisor for aid, and following her advice, I poured $30k in value stocks and digital assets, Up to 200k so far and pretty sure I'm ready for whatever comes.
@@Elliot-Ivan That's actually quite impressive, I could use some Info on your FA, I am looking to make a change on my finances this year as well
@@LiamOlivia-4 My advisor is VICTORIA CARMEN SANTAELLA;
You can look her up online
@@Elliot-Ivan The crazy part is that those advisors are probably outperforming the market and raising good returns but some are charging fees over fees that drain your portfolio. Is this the case with yours too?
Became a Florida resident, October of 2021. Bought a house in The Villages, and just love it.
Welcome to Sunshine and happiness!
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
Absolutely the best Villages video, comprehensive overview and neutral. Much appreciated. 😊
Aww thank you Marlene! That is very kind!
All her videos sre similar, unlike almost anything else on YT.
My hubby and I went for a lifestyle visit, We still have 4 more years to go before retirement but We are sure we will retire in The Villages ❤
One of the best videos about the Villages we've seen! Great job! We can't wait to check it out!!
Thank you Paul, That is very kind of you to say!
Seems that haters of The Villages are jealous. Most of us that actually live in The Villages love it.
I am jealous I wish I could afford this
My grandmother lived there for 6 months and loved it. I also love it here too… Would love to retire here…
Great video Marina! I currently live in The Villages and I am so happy here!
Thank you Theresa! and I'm glad to hear.
By far the best summary video of The Villages. I planning to make a trip to visit within a year and will make sure to reach out at that time
Thank you
I love your smooth jazz background music 😎
Thank you!
Wow this is the best video on the villages out there. You really showed it's beauty
Thank you
What an outstanding video! Thank you so much for this
Thank you Garrett and You're welcome!
Excellent video. Finally someone showing how wonderful The Villages are rather than telling us with their picture constantly showing.
Thank you
I live in The Villages. I love it here.
Yet another great video. I am currently living in Oklahoma and am looking forward to the day I can call Florida home.
Yes! Me too!
Thank you Casey!
Great video tour! Thank you!
Thank you
I’m guessing that some of your numbers are off: population 140K plus and not 80K also got the impression that Lake Sumter was #1 as in first built but you did mention in size, Good job on this video and I’m glad you mentioned the hater’s. I’ve actually heard rumors against The Villages by 3 different individuals that didn’t even live here but I was still able to set them straight 👍
Thank you for the feedback
@@antho7475 You actually make no $ents…🤣
Outstanding VLOG and Narration. We have friends who live there and Love it. Well done!
Thank you
I live in a golf cart type community in Mesa AZ! Couple years yet until retirement, then I will be looking at The Villages!
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
Been there. Visited friends who live there many times. Unique concept. All inclusive. We decided it's not for us. In our opinions, too crowded & overpriced. For those that choose to live there, we wish you nothing but the best.
What a wonderful video!
Thank you Adam!
Great work Marina!! Keep up the amazing content!! 💪
Thank you Matt!
Great video tour I’m interested thank you
Thank you for the feedback and you're welcome!
@@RealCoasttoCoast can you do an update? Do they get hurricane?
Another great video from you. Learned so much. Thanks.
You're welcome and thank you!
Information on this video is old. The theater in Lake Sumter is the only one still open. The one in Spanish Springs is being turned into a gym. While the old guy is being turned into apartments. There has been no word on what they will use Barnwood for. Also Edna's on the Green has been open for several years, it has music in the afternoon 365. A new venue for music called Sawgrass Grove will open in a few months. It will also have 365 music.
Sawgrass is already open
Interesting presentation of the Villages. We are from New York and are interested in paying a visit to consider retiring there.
I think you will enjoy it
3:32 that golf cart is so freaking cool!!!
Great video, thank you.
looks great
One of the best videos, focused on quality!
Thank you for the feedback
Wow! How amazing.
Awesome informative Mariana, thanks for sharing. Your Realtor Friend in Orlando/Clermont. Blessings.
Thank you!
Looking to retire in 3 years. This will be the place for us.
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
I am in Vegas also in Del Webb community but I’m ready for some rain and thunder and don’t want my car. My dogs and I love the golf cart.
I guess I'm not suited for a retirement community. I'm 64 yo and i like to play music loud enough to rock the house!.
I live in a college town and interact with people of all ages daily. That is normal life.
Good video, but I believe there are 100+ villages and population is close to 140K.
Thank you. It is definitely expanding. not sure it reached that level yet but probably will soon.
It has reached 100+ villages, and is more than 140K people. That’s already been confirmed. Also, you numbered the squares wrong. Spanish Springs is the first square because The Villages was built from north to south. Lake Sumter Landing was the second square, and Brownwood was the third.
@@DeborahLynnM thx
@@RealCoasttoCoast I live in and LOVE The Villages - and we do have close to 140K in residents and growing. About 40-50 square miles - all golf cart accessible!! Even though it sounds large, in each little neighborhood, it feels very small town! We know our neighbors- we have fun with them and watch out for each other!!
Spanish Springs was the first town square, built in. 1994.
Lake Sumter Landing opened in 2004.
Brownwood Paddock Town Square built in 2012!
Sawgrass- though not a town square - opened last year and is a fun food and entertainment venue.
Eastport- the 4th town square will be opening in the next couple of years !!
Should checkout Frostproof Florida with it's beautiful lakeside shoreline and pier!
I looked at the Villages and the surrounding area. Homes in the Villages are100,000 to 150,000$ higher priced than homes within short distances away from there with very little property. Homes much cheaper with acre lots are minutes outside there. The community centers with shops and entertainment etc are open to non residents of the Villages. Most things at the Villages are still available in surrounding cities. some of the reviews show lots of fees to live there more than other locations. Do your research....
Our friends moved there and loved it until she developed a heart condition and the "friends" they met, didn't want to be around someone with health problems because they were there to party and have fun and she became the buzzkill that reminded them that they weren't in high school but were senior citizens only a step away from serious health issues themselves. After she died, her husband moved back to North Carolina to be near real friends and family.
Where in Florida is this place?
Edit: it's 80 miles north of Tampa
Considering moving there. Well governed state
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
I want to live here so bad! But I'm only 27... anyone need me to look after their homes while they're away? 😆
I’m retiring in two years who can I contact or how do I set up a tour
Good luck. I tried to contact them multiple times. email, Facebook, their Homepage. Absolutely no reponse.I tried to order the free cataloge, no response.
Thank you
Just call the sales office and inquire about a lifestyle visit..I visited here 7 times...approx 6 mos time spent before purchasing a home. Yes you pay for the lifestyle here, but if people think the prices are out of line why are there people moving in daily...obviously they see the value in living here. It is a great place to live!
Disneyland for adults! This place is amazing!
Are the rumors true?
@@stefonthemove No, get out from under your rock and enjoy life! Stop believing everything you hear without experiencing it for yourself.
Is everyone down there as rude as you? If so no thanks a--hole.
@@echopiece79
Does this area have Hurricane or water level issue?
The Villages is so far inland that usually they will get tropical storm winds that cause minor damages. As far as water and flooding the very low spots like the tunnels will hold some water and the ponds but nothing major.
Water management is designed so that the retention ponds, golf courses and nature preserves get the excess water. Neighborhoods will not likely flood. Hurricanes and tornados are a risk, which is why insurance rates are going up.
If i could visit this fantastic place ! but i don't have ability to visit because i don't have visa, I don't know how can i success my dream?
You can sneak into the southern or northern border of the US!
Make sure Trump doesn't get elected.
Is a swinger city 😅 tell them to explain the loofah in their golf cart
i’m 24 and would love to live here!
How do I reach u?
If you press on more info on the description you will see my email or phone number. marinagonch0@gmail.com or 941-726-9233
Good morning 🌄🌄
Your chairs here gave me a double knee hip replacement
I’d send this to everyone I know. For some reason it won’t let me!
Thank you Diana, usually it gives you several options to share it next to the Like icon.
Could u give me this community village address??
The Villages, Florida
My village is Uganda
Thk u
Very classy video! Thanks.
Thank you so much!
How is The Villages kept safe from outside trouble makers and violent criminals when the general public is free to visit The Village?
Most of the residential neighborhoods are gated and just like any other city in the there is law enforcement that help keep it safe
what kind of people do you target to sell to
Any talk of neuralink brain 🧠 computer 💻 interfaces for elderly residents... BCI could be used to control sleep 😴 and pain in the elderly (there are a variety of medical conditions and injuries more likely when elderly)... An elderly person may choose to sleep 😴 every other day, maybe in a rejuvenating hyperbaric chamber, to maximize longevity, improve health and reduce boredom... Such a setup could also reduce monthly costs because a resident with a neuralink would be asleep ~half the time... Neuralink BCI goes for about $10,000 and hyperbaric chamber goes for $5,000... But if you live a healthier lifestyle for twice as long, it is worth with... It would also be easier to maintain a healthy diet (maybe genetically 🧬 tailored) between periods of neuralink induced sleep 😴...
The Villages of Florida - the hell of hell.
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
I regret moving to The Villages. My neighbor smokes medicinal pot on a daily basis in his lanai and the smoke engulfs our house preventing us from using our yard and lanai, and The Villages won't take action. You put an unapproved rock in your yard and you'll get a $2000 fine, stink up the neighborhood with pot and they do nothing.
Double check facts first ...It's not 80,000 people in TV & 3000 clubs.... it's 3600 clubs and according to the US census data it's near 160,000 people.
VOYE RED!!!!
Marina, I love you....
People do insure their golf carts
I'm 67. For the life of me I have no idea why anyone would want to live in one of these places.
Yep, I agree. I love to be around people of all ages!
I would love to live in a community where I could go anyplace in a golf cart! But Not Florida. I don’t do the politics and I don’t do the heat. Plus, they have alligators down there! Kayaking with alligators?! No way!
Unlike you, they are sociable and enjoy an active lifestyle.
I'm sorry, riding around in a golf cart and playing pickle ball is not an active lifestyle. @@docfmb1
The houses look like cemetery plots. God's waiting room for slobs. Pathetic.
Where are all the ppl! Lol
We filmed in the afternoon right after lunch so most people aren't out that part of the day.
Too hot to be out in the afternoon
@@RealCoasttoCoastthanks you friend 🙏
give you my number? if or want
i am thinking to retired there i will be 38 years old my partner is 70 years we both gay is it good for gays people i am 38 years old i like quite places and have everthink aroound i can come there at winter only 6 month
Only one member needs to be age 55.
florida temper
Je suis un peintre expérimenté, y a-t-il quelqu'un qui y travaille ?😊
Yes, of course. The Villages is full of craftspeople and other service providers. You could get work in The Villages.
seems to be a dead village. video 12 min. amount of people appearing???
I'd like to die there.
What, no mention of sinkholes r $100 water bills plus th 800$ in monthly frees😂
$800?? 😂... try $165 amenities fee. And my water bill is about $30... All my bills combined aren't even $800! Home insurance 120, cell phones 80, internet 80, water >40, electric >40, Lawn and pest control 60. Plus the amenities ($165) ... It's not even $600 a month.
Why do people put such nonsense out there about The Villages? If you don’t like it then don’t go there.
@@CB099$120 homeowners insurance in FL? That's cheap!
All I hear in the media about the Villages is MAGA,MAGA,MAGA. No thank you
Give me MAGA!
@@sierrahh1 thanks for self identifying. Darwin was right
That is a plus for me.
@@edfoy9960 You're a moron.
old people death area
Yes also am old
This place is Trump World on steroids.
The Villages,oh you mean The MAGAVillages.
lol yes so true for me it would be a living hell, with all the red hat Putin lover’s
I would love it and I'm Canadian, would trade Trudeau anyday!!
I’d love it! 🇺🇸
All okay
@@cindybosch2080yes
Looks fake & artificial...because it is.
You’re wrong! It’s very friendly and has everything imaginable to do.
It’s pretty for a visit but I wouldn’t live there!
Why Not?
most of the time you dont get rich in this world by working for it or by being honest
You sound like a loser.
Nice place boring nothing there
If by boring you mean free golf for life, hundreds of miles of nature, hiking, biking, walking trails, a movie theatre, a performing arts center, over a hundred pools and rec centers, lakes for fishing, a bowling alley, numerous bars and restaurants, free live entertainment and dancing at multiple locations every single day, over 3000 clubs and groups to join, car shows in the squares, farmers markets in the squares, craft shows, parades and holiday functions in the squares, softball leagues, pickle ball leagues, water aerobics and on and on……..Then ya. It’s boring with nothing here.
Outstanding video Marina! Thanks for addressing the negative comments in your video. (We all know they’re coming). So many folks who’ve never been here love to comment on unsubstantiated rumors. When you’re number one, they’ll never stop trying to bring you down.
Great place if your a Putin fan please bring your Russian flag you will fit right in
? Wth?
Unlistenable, bye
You couldn't pay me to live among these MAGA cultists.
Absolutely creepy,I’d sooner die.
Really now??...LOL - known for sexual parties...even out in public...smh LOL
I wouldn’t live there. Ev3n if it was free
If you think the Villages is the number 1 community in the US you haven't been to Arizona
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