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Del Webb is proud to have supported the American Red Cross this year in its important mission of helping communities prepare for emergencies and keeping people safe every day. Funds were collected as part of Del Webb’s “Feel Good. Live Good” weekend on October 18-19, 2008 . The special weekend encouraged healthy lifestyles and eating in its active adult communities.
Higher education and salary levels are among several factors that are giving single women the power to purchase a home on their own.
There’s a powerful new force that’s changing the face of the home buying process and is reshaping the landscape of the housing industry. Curious?
Well, take our quick two-question quiz to discover the identity and some important insights into this savvy and skilled homebuyer.
1.) Read the homebuyer trends below. Then decide: What category of buyer best fits the profile? a.) Traditional Families b.) Single Men c.) Single Women d.) Active Adults
Generally speaking, this buyer group typically:
…Buys in city over suburban areas.
…Is interested in amenities and features.
…Will not compromise on location or quality of neighborhood.
…Prefers condominiums with homeowner associations over single family homes.
…Prefers 2 or more bedrooms
…Smaller spaces are acceptable.
…Desires security and / or gated access.
…Likes to engage in social interaction with neighbors.
…Wants close proximity to stores, shopping and fitness centers.
If you guessed, c.) Single Women, you’re absolutely correct. Single women represent the fastest growing component of home buyers in the United States at almost 20%. According to the National Association of Realtors, single women were responsible for buying approximately one out of five homes purchased in the country – a total of 1.7 million homes. (By the way, these same ladies outnumbered the single guys who represented only 15% of the buying population.)
Need a great gift idea for Grandma this Christmas? Try Nintendo Wii Bowling that offers some positive health and social benefits.
You’d better be keeping an eye on Grandma to see if she’s been naughty or nice. Santa just may be bringing her a Wii for Christmas this year.
Active adults are finding Nintendo’s Wii to be right up their alley with many senior centers recognizing the trend and finding a number of physical and social benefits.
Nintendo reports that 9.3 million Wii consoles have been sold since introducing the game in 2005, which retails for $250.
Interestingly enough, adults are more frequently the purchasers and players of Wii and its games, according to Chicago video game merchants.
One of the most popular games in the Wii Sports package is bowling. The reaction to the system by seniors has been a pleasant surprise with league and tournament play becoming a regular component of community calendars in active adult and retirement settings.
It Seems Too Good to Be True! Just for online shoppers looking to buy at new home at Elgin’s Edgewater active adult community, we’re giving you a bit of a sneak peak into an upcoming offer, not being announced until next week!
Only for a limited time, we’re offering both savings of up to $37,000 on the purchase of one of our immediate delivery homes AND special financing through Pulte Mortgage at an incredible 5.375%* (5.455% APR) interest rate on select homesites!
It’s an offer that truly “seems-too-good-to-be-true.” Look for more details next week when this is publicly announced or schedule an appointment today with one of our sales associates and maybe get the scoop a bit early. Lucky you!
*This special offer is available through participation in the Pulte Preferred Buyer Rewards Program which includes financing through Pulte Mortgage LLC. Rates, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice. Some restrictions may apply. This special financing is available on a first come, first serve basis. All loans are subject to underwriting and loan qualification of the lender. Pulte Mortgage LLC is an Equal Opportunity Lender and an Illinois Residential Mortgage Licensee. Pulte Mortgage LLC, 1901 N. Roselle Road, #1000, Schaumburg, IL 60195. Offer available only on select homesites for a limited time. Must close on or before date as specified by Pulte Homes. See sales associate for complete details.
The maintenance-free homes of Del Webb allow you to keep active and relax in your retirement. Leave everything to us!
Baby boomers, born between 1946 and 1964, and a demographic now numbering 78 million Americans are showing some interesting choices when it comes to choosing homes to live in during their retirement years.
Two-thirds of boomers currently making more than $100,000 in household income, plan to downsize when it comes to choosing their retirement residence, according to housing industry reporting firm, Hanley Wood.
Indeed, Del Webb’s recent baby boomer survey found 44% of active adults were wanting a smaller home once they began the “empty nest” portion of their lives.
These are ironic figures considering that many boomers are looking for homes that have extra rooms for offices and guest accommodations. It’s clear that older buyers will be influencing trends in home building for some time.
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