Cost of Living in The Villages, Florida (updated 2023)

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Cost of Living in The Villages, Florida (updated 2023)

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The costs have not changed much, but they have gone up in certain areas. Food, electricity, amenity fees and more have risen, while property tax and some other expenses have held pretty steady. Jerry and Linda watch and comment on their show about the cost of living here in 2021. Very few of the expenses we pay are unique to living in The Villages and would be necessary in most places for homeowners. Keep a list handy to get your own ball park figure.
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@LL-zw2qb Жыл бұрын

I am a retired Army Officer currently living in North FL. I bought my home before I retired but I always felt that it was not going to be my forever home city but I couldn't think of any other place that I would want to move to. My mortgage is paid off and my home is worth close to $350,000. I think a home in the villages might be my forever location because there are no kids or grandchildren that keep me tied to my current location. Thanks for the informative video.

@robira1313 Жыл бұрын

Looks like I'll be stayin in my 1 bedroom trailer for a little while longer.

@lorrainelegg-coleman811 6 ай бұрын

My husband and I were on a business trip in Orlando, went to see the Villages Sept of 2023. It gave us something to think about. We enjoyed it. We also like so many other places in the country… we are in our early 60s. Still working, planning, contemplating,

@JERRYANDLINDA 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!!

@barbbartz5062 Жыл бұрын

I watched your January 2022 video a year ago as we were looking for a house here in The Villages. It was so helpful to give us an idea of what a budget might be to live here. We bought a house last April and the budget we set was fairly accurate. We are so glad to be here and I continue to watch your videos every week. We are so happy that we moved to The Villages! It's hard to believe it has been almost a year!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Congratulations, and welcome!

@Carol-cd4my Жыл бұрын

Thank you for doing this! It’s overwhelming until you realize the costs have gone up everywhere!

@cjenkins8785 Жыл бұрын

Ah! 26 degrees and sunny here in northeastern Ohio. I wrote out my current monthly expenses will watching your video. Ah! I will be staying right here and enjoying your videos of retirement life in the Villages.

@bettymarshall615 Жыл бұрын

JUST LIVING PERIOD IS EXPENSIVE..NO WONDER THERE IS SO MANY PEOPLE LIVING IN CARS N RV.N SOME LIVING IN STREETS...BOTH YOUNG N OLD..YOU TWO ARE BLESS YOUR NOT LIVING TO BAD..

@kategarrido5896 Жыл бұрын

Very generous of you two to go through this much trouble. It is different for all. I have been here a year. I love it. It isn't cheap to live here, but you do get a lot of the money. I'm in the north and our water is more expensive. They don't use pond water for irrigation . I guess they started that later. The biggest expense I have seen is my sprinklers. I have massey, and my sprinklers are always breaking. Not their fault. Good review!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kate!

@luckyone4881 Жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for doing this again! Getting ready to move to the villages in the next couple of years, keeping my eyes 👀 on the price!

@josephsullivan8654 Жыл бұрын

Excellent review of the costs. I’ve lived in the villages 18 months and you are right on.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Joseph!

@cynthiaamitrano8915 Жыл бұрын

I had to purchase a new refrigerator about 2.5 years ago, and my old fridge was around 40 years old. The installers thought it was 45 or more. I’ll be lucky to get 10 years out of the new one. Of course it died on the 4th of July while I was out of town. I lost everything. Insurance just sent me a check for the maximum allowed under the policy of $250.00. You just don’t think of the little day to day expenses. You just pay them. I’ve purchased 2 new ovens as well and soon will buy the third. Junk from Sears. I’ll likely need a water heater soon as mine is 10.5 years old. It never stops.

@cynthiaamitrano8915 Жыл бұрын

@@egwthe1 my stove has a short in one of the burner plugs. I’m afraid of shocks. I guess I just WANT a new stove that’s better than the one I have.

@m74309 Жыл бұрын

Save your money on dishwasher, I bought mine brand new and never got dishes clean, as I asked friends and family I keep hearing the same thing, they don't work like they use to. Do your homework, don't be quick to replace it.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

@cherrybb3888 Жыл бұрын

Bosch is supposed to be a good brand of dishwasher. I have one and love it.

@faithrada Жыл бұрын

@Cherry BB LOL.. You beat me to it. My older (but not old) dishwasher was a Dog, so I got a Bosch. Best decision ever. It's like night & day. I'll never get anything but Bosch again. 😊

@oceandreamer1958 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jerry & Linda. I think this is very helpful to people in making decisions on moving here. Costs have risen everywhere, and there are few places you can live at a lower cost anymore. Hugs to you both!

@bextar6365 Жыл бұрын

Especially since Brandon took over !

@maebrown2938 Жыл бұрын

Florida was only a dream but I know now that I will look at other states and continue to visit Florida on vacations. Great job, well presented.

@faithrada Жыл бұрын

Having lived in South Eastern FL for years..I personally agree with your choice.

@nf2885 Жыл бұрын

Good morning, Jerry and Linda! Thank you for providing this update . You did an AWESOME job as you’ve done previously on this!! My husband and I truly appreciate your honesty and the time you took to gather this information together. It’s very helpful and important to folks like us who plan to retire in Florida at TV. God bless you both for all you do for your fans. 👍❤️🙋🏻‍♀️

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@LarsPop-Tartus Жыл бұрын

My wife and I live on half that amount. No cable some streaming apps couple eat at home mostly take advantage of free stuff at Rec Centers pools library We go for dinner once every three months and get take-out once a week lunch outside once a month. Music squares or sitting in lanai have KZfaq Premium which is KZfaq videos and KZfaq music commercial-free is $24 month

@serene889 Жыл бұрын

Actually Part B premium went down from 170-164 a month I have T- mobile which is 59 and change which is 55 and over plan. Metro PC is also owned by same corp as Tmobile as i said on your previous video on expenses living in the Villages i appreciate your transparency. Living there is above my budget. I'm comfortable in a rent control apartment in NYC. I lived in Florida in the 90's... for 7 yrs. From Apopka to west of Fort Lauderdale in Pembroke pines

@johnnicholson6114 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Jerry and Linda for the great job adding up the costs AND explaining them. I believe that approx $61K is a good rule of thumb number to use that includes pretty much all living expenses for a nice home. I was surprised it was so high, but that is what you get to when you add in EVERYTHING. Might I add what a charming couple you make! If we ever move down there I hope to run into you guys! We checked it out for a week in July 2023, and loved many parts of the Villages lifestyle, just not quite ready to make the move yet. Thanks again!

@JERRYANDLINDA 9 ай бұрын

Thank you John! We appreciate your kind words.

@stevesmith5021 Жыл бұрын

As usual a great insight into Villages life. Cost of living is affecting us all no matter where we live. Main thing for me is that you guys are getting younger each year, so the life and climate has a lot to offer that money cannot buy.

@DanBorah-gu6en Жыл бұрын

First time subscriber :) I am gathering some info for my elderly parents. I love your videos. This one is very informative. Thanks for taking the time to tell us the true costs. Dan from Chicago

@LarryFautch Жыл бұрын

Hi Jerry and Linda. My wife, Rhonda and I really appreciate the work you put into your videos. The information has been very helpful in our decision making to come to The Villages. We just accepted an offer on our house in Minnesota. We will be living on our 54' Houseboat on the Mississippi, near Minneapolis, this summer and plan to be living in a new to us home in The Villages by December. We have a Lifestyle visit in October and plan to buy somewhere between Brownwood and Sumter Landing, unless the Lifestyle visit changes our mind. See you when we get there!

@yvonnelapalme5743 Жыл бұрын

Not retiring soon, don’t really like hot weather as I live in mountains but find this fascinating.

@jackiepadin3629 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your hard work and helping us realize what all the expenses to have a enjoyable retirement.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@brockreynolds870 Жыл бұрын

Wow... home prices start at 300,000. Hard to wrap my head around. The house I grew up in cost 20,000$ in 1971. Just a standard 1,400 square foot, 3 bedroom ranch. I acted as my own contractor when I built my 750 square foot house in 1995, and that cost about 40,000$. OF course, interest means you pay more than that actual amount in the end... both our homes were paid for in cash, so the price we paid was all there was.

@emilymanley8646 Жыл бұрын

so cheap compared to southern CA

@shelleycoykendall8878 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this honest video. The cost of living and housing is going up everywhere. Florida is actually less expensive than where I currently live, even with the high housing cost. I’m at the place in my life where, even though I love living on the Pacific Northwest my family is on the east coast. I have a son who lives in and has a business in Ocala, and there’s a chance I could end up moving near family in the future. Your info is so great; I didn’t know about sink hole coverage on home insurance there, and the palm tree info is great to know! God Bless.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you Shelley, we appreciate your kind words.

@donnaallgaier-lamberti3933 Жыл бұрын

I am always willing to share personal information as well. This seems to be appreciated by many.

@IdahoTim 6 ай бұрын

A suggestion for if/when you do this yearly assessment video again next time. Please include a section where you show all of the final numbers on one page. It's really hard to try and write down the numbers mid-stream while trying to pay attention to the video, and it's difficult to go back and stop the feed on the exact part where you show numbers in the sections. Thanks for doing this!

@yolandecrisp8996 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerry and Linda. My husband and I are both retired military and our last son is headed off to college and we are looking for somewhere to start our Chapter 2. The villages was recommended by a friend and we are looking forward to our lifestyle visit this summer! Thank you so much for this very informative video. Look forward to seeing around the neighborhood.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

See you when you get here!

@charn913 Жыл бұрын

Linda you and Jerry look great! Well rested and happy

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Char!

@renethompson9744 Жыл бұрын

Its kinda depressing how everything has gone up! This is great information for sure. Linda, I am making the meatloaf sometimes once a week it is such a hit!

@j.m.7056 Жыл бұрын

It's a hit for me too! FYI, it freezes well!

@roxiejacobsen2060 Жыл бұрын

You both are so diligent in trying to keep us updated on "all things Villages". It's quite an undertaking and a labor of love for you to entertain, amuse and inform us each week. Thank you. Love to Gizmo.💓🐕

@ourfamilyvideos7283 Жыл бұрын

Thank y’all for sharing this!, You both look so refreshed and youthful…Florida agrees with you and we here in TN are aching to get there!!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

See you when you get here!

@shadowbrown3942 Жыл бұрын

Linda, I am not certain in which video you tell 4:54 loved it - I so understand and the way you tell it is just delightful- you and Jerry make me think of Lucille Ball and Desi (just so much fun ) - I too realize it takes effort and energy to produce your show - just know there are people just like me who truly enjoy your positive message. Shadow

@shadowbrown3942 Жыл бұрын

In my previous comment - I meant to say it was the story about “your losing your lipstick in the car” Shadow

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

You are so kind Shadow. We truly do appreciate your kind comments. Thank you.

@shadowbrown3942 Жыл бұрын

Linda, Your show is refreshing ! interestingly we met a young country singer and his wife in Wendell NC this evening . Interestingly, it came to my mind that in one of your videos I had heard you and Jerry say that you might be looking for a song to use; and, if anyone might want to submit something to you you would consider it. It came to me in talking with this young couple that by some far out chance you both are still looking for submissions and he has any interest in submitting something to you, I suggested he contact you. I don’t know if you are still accepting any submissions, nor do I have any idea if he is interested. However, I will be glad to let him know if you are open to considering something of his if he has any interest. He told us that he plays locally in our area in North Carolina. We have not heard him but do plan to do so. His name if I have it right is Christopher Lewis. YOU JUST NEVER KNOW HOW THE PUZZLE PIECES OF LIFE PLAY THEIR PART IN THE GRAND SCHEME OF THINGS UNTIL THE PUZZLE IS COMPLETE- however, if I have learned one thing in life, it is to do often what intuition tells me, because life is not always about me: but, it often is about others, and each of us are sometimes puzzle pieces in the full picture. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE ANY INTEREST IN CONSIDERING A POTENTIAL SUBMISSION, AND I WILL PASS IT ALONG TO HIM. I(He is familiar with The Villages and now is aware of your show.) blessings. Shadow

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Sure! We would listen!

@chuckpoz1968 Ай бұрын

I’m in Sandiego California thinking that I to could take my wife and finally retire and enjoy life ! 🎉 well I’ve been watching different Videos on the Villages all cool & exciting wow what cool place. But just like everything gotta get to the details. Man did you two deliver ! Super grateful for your humble but real take & explanation of costs 👍🏻 I’m sure it’s a wake up call for many as I’ve read in the comments. Please share with me one thing my wife keeps pointing out ! No state tax on SS no tax on Pension? No state tax on 401 ? Yes I know we all pay federal taxes but some people may not be aware And could help them and myself afford to live in your charming Villages 🤷‍♂️ I know your not a CPA or a tax advisor but have you or anyone else shared these advantages 🤷‍♂️ Asking for a friend 😂LOL THANK YOU IN. ADVANCE

@JERRYANDLINDA Ай бұрын

We think you're correct regarding state tax.

@JeffWeymier Жыл бұрын

This was one of our favorite shows. It gave us a roadmap to see if this was a possibility for us or not. See you in May.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jeff!

@drewesalan2958 Жыл бұрын

Hi Guys. Thank you for the detailed budget of expenses. That was a lot of work you both put in. Your Channel is an excellent source of information and enjoyment as exampled by today's video. I'm coming down the middle of September for a 7 day Village Tour and have already sold myself on moving to The Villages. I followed you budget and have found that I can afford to enjoy The Villages as my a new home which I was happy to see. Thanks again.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you Drew, we are glad that you enjoyed the video. See you when you get here.

@augustwright4295 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. We are working to move down within the next 2 years- as early semi-retirees. Overall it will cost us less which allows us to relax and enjoy more but nobody talks about the other costs of the Villages. Hope to see you around.

@semicountryliving3095 Жыл бұрын

Jerry & Linda, your cost of living show got me hooked to your channel. I agree, it was your best video. C y when we get there.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@glennwright8722 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jerry and Linda for an excellent update. We live in Hawkins and you guys have helped us immensely with our decision.🌴🌴🌴

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Glad to help, Glenn!

@doehunter Жыл бұрын

I have a set of Maytag washer and dryer I bought in 1984 still going strong!

@hikers911 Жыл бұрын

When I had my first apartment in the 80s we only had a landline and over the air TV, $13 per month. Lol. An entire industry developed with cell phones and internet, and people easily spend $200 ON TV, internet and cell phones at a min. I use TING for cell phones $30 monthly with 1 gig of data, $50 for 100 mbps on cox, and IPTV for $10 per month. So $90 for all, so you can do it relatively low.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

We are limited to few options for internet in our neighborhood. Sounds like you have done a good job.

@DottieWoods-um7ox Жыл бұрын

I have spectrum in two homes. Primary home in VA. Beach house at the OBX, NC. Roku TV’s at the beach house. Our cell phones are also spectrum. They have serviced us very well. To us all the channels are entertainment at our age. We do not eat out often as I love to cook. My electricity is very inexpensive but water is outrageous in my area of VA. So putting in a well for the in ground sprinkler. I have flood insurance at both homes. So there is a lot to think of when adding up the numbers. Smart to go over the numbers no matter where one plans to relocate. I do not plan to get a place in the Villages but I watch you still. You are entertaining and very informative. I like your style of being so down to earth. And yes, I do remember the days of washing only on Saturdays… one bathroom, 6 kids and parents. In an apartment over the family pizzeria. Till the next video, be well and keep smiling.

@RetiredSignDude Жыл бұрын

"They make cars better than they used to." Correct. My last car got traded at 200k miles. Without problems during its life. It used to be that at about 85k miles, it got too expensive. Now my Hyundai Tucson has lane assist, a giant screen, blind spot warnings, heated seats and a whole host of other stuff. For $37k. It should outlive me.

@jpfautsch Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the information, its very helpful in figuring out what everything will cost!!

@Tbow9999 Жыл бұрын

Great information now i know for sure i can live a lot cheaper than the villages thanks and enjoy your time there

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@dustonburnett1970 Жыл бұрын

Thank you guys for doing this. I have been wondering how much the prices have changed since the last time you did the video. Great job!!!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@joyscadden5438 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the update…still trying to get hubby to buy next year and keep a place in Wisconsin. He keeps running the numbers. Your Medicare advantage is much higher than ours with United Health Care but depends on what coverage you have. We have $7000 deductible for now and use Good Rx for meds. It was the best plan for us. Take care!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

We have a supplement. Max annual out of pocket is $250. No copays.

@carlaritchie331 Жыл бұрын

So interesting about palm trees!

@suelewis3297 Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your videos. I live in the Villages. I have 2 neighbors that recently have cut down their Palm trees. My neighbor next to me had a large one that had termites in it. The fella who cut it down said rats live in the tree. This morning my neighbors across the street had their 2 Palm trees cut down. I have Xfinity internet for $56 a month. I have heard mint mobile is very good for ones budget also good prices

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@ElegalvicnLa Жыл бұрын

Awesome Very Detailed video. Will be looking out for the next cost of living update next year Thanks

@henryjohn972 Жыл бұрын

Thank again folks...

@JimHust Жыл бұрын

Living currently in Indiana, the costs will not be that different. Having been there twice on life style visits and once renting, the benefits are what have convinced me to move there. I look forward to moving soon and enjoying all the activities and friendly people.

@keithmitthun5207 Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Jerry & Linda, Love your channel

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

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@marcybowes4118 Жыл бұрын

You guys did a great job thank you for putting that all together💕

@scottprice4813 Жыл бұрын

Just my opinion and not really my business but I noticed Linda’s hair is much lighter and more styled in this video than the one you did last year. Looks way younger .

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Scott!

@Skelly5103 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, thank you, thank you. You did a great update and really appreciate the effort you do for us all.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome!

@laurarahz12 Жыл бұрын

Such great info! I am so glad I know about the palm trees, when I look in TV (in 15 years 😂) I hope to find neighbors with palm trees so I can enjoy the view and not do the work!

@patfuentes9610 Жыл бұрын

I have many palms that are the smaller ones and they don’t need any maintenance at all. I never fertilize or anything else. You might need help just when those large canoes are about to fall off.

@donturno8092 Жыл бұрын

I might not be retiring soon but this video speaks of all the items you have to review before you do. Thanks. Great information

@beverlysyferd379 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thanks for sharing

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@barbarahardy8498 Жыл бұрын

Hi Jerry and Linda.. tip on your internet.. just like u we cut the Spectrum cable.. but kept the internet.. currently at $85 @mth👎... we finally made the decision to switch over to Frontier.. we have 500 speed ( 200 MORE than we had with Spectrum) have to pay a one time $49.99 install fee and $44.99 @mth with autopay.. and $54.99 if not autopay.. we've had it for 3 weeks and so far it's been great.. even when the grandkids come to visit .. plenty for everyone and no buffering... just wanted to throw that info your way... thank you again for another informative video.. and as always WE'LL SEE YOU WHEN WE GET THERE ❤️🤍💙

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@barbarahardy8498 Жыл бұрын

@@JERRYANDLINDA you're welcome❤️

@pauline4848 Жыл бұрын

Such a wealth of information, Thank you both for the breakdown👍

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@cynthiaamitrano8915 Жыл бұрын

Car financing $45K for 8 years incl extended warranties, 600 mo. Insurance in Minnesota with the Blues, way more than yours. Rx coverages twice that of yours. Dental coverage is $42 mo, and it goes on and on. I eat out rarely. I only eat out when I have guests or go out with friends which is not often. I have pizza one a wee and prettier much make it myself from scratch. None of that frozen cardboard crap.

@judyland-obrien4259 Жыл бұрын

I'm sure your information has been very helpful for folks considering relocating...it's these "kitchen table" approximates that people need to know to see what might work for them Thanks...great video!

@marywilson1948 Жыл бұрын

Jerry & Linda.. we got brand new washing machine in 2021. Had to replace it ( repair too expensive) 18 months later! Got another brand and the salesman at the Home Depot said he never used to recommend the service plans but he does now because appliances are made so cheaply! So I got the 5 year service plan on my new one!!

@norfolk64 Жыл бұрын

my cousin that lives at the Villages needs to shop around for homeowner insurance, she told me in January on a visit about the HUGE increase!

@margueritebonnett1520 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. This is very helpful. We’re coming for our Lifestyle visit in May! See you when we get there!! 🎉❤️🌹😀

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Yes, indeed!!!

@markschusteric875 Жыл бұрын

Wow houses are very expensive for a average neighborhood in the villages.

@annehajdu8654 Жыл бұрын

They sure are.

@lisasindoniliberio426 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. I'm going to rewatch and take notes. This was very helpful. I know it was a lot of homework for you two to do so it's very appreciated.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@jucaguima Жыл бұрын

Thanks Jerry and Linda, you’re wonderful couple! Now, I just need to convince my wife to move down there ! 😁

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you!🙂🙂🙂

@sarahgupton2552 Жыл бұрын

I use consumer cellular for 1 Gb monthly. I only turn on cellular when I’m out and need to use my phone. At home, my phone works off internet and no bad cell,signals. I pay $20/mo for cell. I pay $55/internet with ATT, so both $75.24/mo. Cable is included in my HOA but I watch very little. If it was up to me, I’d cancel it. TV can be viewed my iPad .

@susanjean3114 Жыл бұрын

Very timely. I watched your previously cost of living video earlier this week. Thanks for updating! Does anyone in The Villages install an antenna in the attic instead of subscribing to cable tv. I live on the east coast of Florida. I use an antenna for my tv. I have 53 channels which includes all the major netowrks and PBS for free! I stream a movie once in a while.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@cucar8363 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update. Lots of things have gone up, regardless you live or not in the Villages. By the way, Linda looks lovely with that hair style and love the earrings too.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

So nice of you!

@noreenn6976 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing, very helpful. Still hoping for a place like TV that has more affordable homes, I'll keep dreaming.

@elizabeths7520 Жыл бұрын

Ty so mch for such detailed info! Some of ur items r easy for people to forget and then u wind up wondering where the money went🤣 Great to show last year. U guys r the best! 😀😀❤

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

You are so welcome!

@carolanncurrid8246 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing. Prices seem comparable to both our homes in MA and CA. Some things are better in each place. Having a beverage - and I mean “regular” like soda or tea - adds sometimes $4-4.50 a drink! We usually just have water these days. Crazy.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Very true!

@heartygardener Жыл бұрын

Love your videos! So informative and helpful with planning to move to The Villages. You are such a great couple for this type of video series. But hey, Jerry, that is not "her dishwasher"!! ;o) Reminds me of my dad telling the doctor my mother's shoulder pain was from her vacuuming and maybe he should buy her a new vacuum cleaner. The doctor responded with "why don't you vacuum instead?".. Just teasing you guys. Trying to post a laughing smiley face but no option on the keyboard.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

😁😆😅🤣😂🤣😅😆😁

@deniseg.e.2029 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the update! A lot of great info, as always!

@goingslightlymad7172 Жыл бұрын

Good morning! 😊😊🌞🌞

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Good morning!

@davidoverholt251 Жыл бұрын

The vet bills are killing us for our fir babies! 2 dogs, 2 cats! Our fir babies are not lasting as long as they did back in the wild days! At least $6000.00 a year for my present 2 dogs, and 2 cats!

@commonsense6967 Жыл бұрын

Yes, and tomake matters worse, vets nowdays, like dentists, pick and chose what ailments/procedures they'll treat, referring you to "specialty" vets for eye problems (in thecase of my 17 yr. old cat) and oral surgeons (for simple wisdom tooth extractions), greatly multiplying treatment costs. I paid 2K for my sweet shelter cat's eye treatment, for example. But here's the "silver lining": the cat and I are both old, so we only have a limited number of years left to put up with the "new normal", lol. But the next generation is not so lucky.

@rebeccathompson5287 Жыл бұрын

Great job. Very detailed. Much appreciated!

@brendathompson2503 Жыл бұрын

Very informative video. Thanks for sharing your updated cost of living… similar to here in south FL. Thanks for all your do for us, see you next time😘

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Brenda!

@johnwalker6888 Жыл бұрын

According to the United States Census Bureau, the median annual income for individuals ages 65 and older is $47,620, while the mean annual income is $75,254.

@toms5676 Жыл бұрын

thank you!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Tom.

@cydneystephen2814 Жыл бұрын

Good morning Jerry and Linda. Happy Thursday. That show was amazing and appreciated. Love how your stopping, explaining and comparing. This is a pay attention video. Have to laugh at eggs. A 36 count at Bj’s was $5.79. The last 6 months it’s $14.99 🤦‍♀️. When I just as growing up $20 covered a family of 4🍔4🍟4🥤and 4🥧. Awww. Now you’ve been on 2 cruises. This video was soooo informative then and now. Thanks for sharing. It costs to live 🤦‍♀️. I kept this comment short. It would’ve been ridiculous if I touched every point. But heard you loud and clear. Thanks soooo much. Have a great weekend.

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thank you, friend!

@ilene9513 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update. Another great video.

@nancydavidson2295 6 ай бұрын

Interesting. I have some questions Does the 'Villages" have nursing homes. assisted living and independent apartments? How much do they run? In NYS a private room in a NH can run $11,000/mo. Can you afford to keep your house and have one spouse in the NH? How is staffing in the NHs? How much is a home-care nurse? What is the MD to population ratio? Are new houses still being built? When the baby-boomers numbers start to fizzle out, who will buy these houses? Lesson to younger people, save your money, pay off your mortgages and prices don't go ever down.

@lynnsherblom3916 Жыл бұрын

You guys are great! Love listening!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

@lauramoore7337 Жыл бұрын

This comment is not related to today's blog but I wanted to say I was watching Marine Coats where she shows virtual tours of famous houses from TV shows. She was sitting at a desk and behind her I noticed that same nice bird picture that is behind you both when you do Mailbag Monday! Thought that was neat!

@GringoLoco1 Жыл бұрын

Good job updating. Two thoughts: good thing you're raking it in from KZfaq (😂) and y'all are cheap dates! (😉) Happy weekend everyone

@Lucillecat759 Жыл бұрын

Very helpful. Not that much different than our home now. Thank you

@katieh193 Жыл бұрын

Great information! It's so true that some retirement costs are high no matter where you live. Medicare generally isn't as good of coverage as the insurance you had while you worked. Healthcare isn't cheap anywhere. Some things, like hiring a plumber or electrician, are going to cost an arm and a leg anywhere. If you need major dental work and don't have dental insurance, many dental schools have clinics where residents work on you under the supervision of their instructors. It can save you some $ over a private, dental office.

@marlenerochin3404 Жыл бұрын

So very helpful, thank you for making this 😊

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@dianekestle513 Жыл бұрын

Great information and seems to be very accurate. Our Villages expenses average the same as Virginia homes based on sq. footage & lifestyle choices.

@judybrown8233 Жыл бұрын

I made your meatloaf! Hope it was the right recipe, I couldn’t find it in your videos. But it was a hit!!

@JERRYANDLINDA Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@shadowbrown3942 Жыл бұрын

Jerry and Linda, I did send a message to Kaitlin and Christopher to let them know you would consider Christopher’s submission and how to contact you via email. Hopefully, good will come of our meeting Chris and Kaitlin and my blessing of watching your show including Gizmo’s appearance and contribution. Blessings, Shadow

@caffeinatedmisfit Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video!! I am at the start of planning and this will be invaluable to me.

@themonogrammom Жыл бұрын

Even though many of your bills aren’t The Villages specific, they help to show the cost of living in Florida as compared to other states. I appreciate your efforts in compiling these lists. Thanks!

@pammusser8167 Жыл бұрын

Actually I am amazed at how low your utility costs, insurance and property taxes are. I live in Texas in a small house and our costs are all much higher. I may have to take another look at the Villages 😊