Whether home buyers are in or nearing retirement, planning their next move is important to ensure they are ready for life after work. Rather than moving to a retirement home or a traditional urban neighborhood, retirees have a wide variety of options in master planned communities that welcome those in their golden years. With the influx of retirees choosing the Texas Hill Country as the location for their post-retirement home, master planned communities between San Antonio and Austin are capturing this audience as they resonate with the 5 features retirees are seeking:
1. Medical Care Nearby
As retirees search for homes, they will want to ensure they have easy access to the health care they need to maintain their well-being. About 84 percent of retirees want to have high-quality doctors and hospitals nearby when thinking about retirement, according to a study by the Harvard School of Public Health, National Public Radio and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. In addition to medical care, 77% of retirees view access to pharmacies or drug stores as important, the study stated.
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