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2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Rambler Style Home with attached 2 car garage located in 55+ Leisure World of Maryland

Located in Mutual 13, the English Village neighborhood in gated Leisure World of Maryland.

 Leisure World of Maryland, A Private, Gated, Age-Restricted Community

Leisure World of Maryland is an active adult, age-restricted community. One resident must be at least 55 years of age and the other resident of the unit at least 50 years of age.

The best 55+ housing opportunity in Montgomery County, Maryland! Living at Leisure World is a great lifestyle choice - it's also a smart financial decision.  This community is for anyone aged 55 or older. The 650-acre campus located in Montgomery County, Maryland offers a variety of housing options and offers many attractive community amenities.  The Leisure World community can be entered through one of three secure entry gates, staffed with Leisure World security personnel. Leisure World is convenient to shopping, entertainment and offers its own shuttle bus transportation service.

Amenities at Leisure World 

18-hole golf course

Two club houses

Indoor and outdoor swimming pools

Tennis courts

Fitness facility

Library

Travel office

Gardening areas

Three restaurants

Medical Center

Dental Center

Medicare-certified rehab facility

Pharmacy

Shuttle bus service in the community and to nearby shopping centers

A wide range of repair, maintenance, and emergency service to meet residents' needs

Comcast basic cable service

24 hour security

Theatre

Come discover this warm, welcoming Leisure World community.  It's ready to be your next neighborhood!

Please help me plan my trip to Clearwater Florida

We're heading to Clearwater / Tampa area in Florida.  Although we had hoped for warm, sunny, beach weather but now we know that's not going to happen!!

Can anyone share some tips on what to do, places to go, museums, botanical gardens, entertainment and any other local experiences that we can do to enjoy our trip in the general area of Clearwater, Tampa and St. Petersburg. 

Home Buyer Checklist - Here's a Handy Road Map for Buyer's That Takes You Through Every Step of The Homebuying Process

Use this Home Buying Checklist as you work with your Realtor from start to finish.  It will help you understand the whole process of homebuying and gives tips on what you need to do throughout the time between making an offer to final settlement.

Leisure World of Maryland 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom Rambler style home (semi-detached) with distinctive remodeling.  Now reduced $20,000!

You won't want to miss this remodeled patio home located in 55+ Leisure World of Maryland located in Montgomery County.

Leisure World of Maryland Clubhouse I Lobby Renovation

Renovations are underway in Clubhouse I located in 55+ Active Senior Community of Leisure World of Maryland.

The contractor is now several weeks into the renovation of Clubhouse One lobby and corridors.  The demo and replacement of ceiling tiles and lights is almost completed. All existing wallpaper demo has been done. Preparation of walls in the corridors and lobby for new paint and paper is also completed. Priming and painting of walls is ongoing. Demo of the center of the lobby floor in preparation for ceramic tile is completed. Over the next several weeks, doors and chair railings will be sanded and sealed; flooring will be removed and replaced; and new furnishings will be installed.

2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Condo located at 9711 Winery Court in Active Senior* or Disabled Community, Gaithersburg, MD

Enjoy one level living at it's best!  Wheelchair accessible!

This unit features:
Open floor plan, 4-year young 2 Bedroom /2 Bath Condo w/attached garage.
Light, bright and fully equipped, upgraded appliances, 9' ceilings, alarm system, large utility room w/ full-size washer/dryer. Master bedroom has walk-in closet. Front & side porches.  One year Home Warranty included. Maintenance free exterior.
Community room with fitness center and business section.

*ONLY 1 person must be senior 62+ or disabled.

Come Celebrate the Grand Opening of Weichert Realtors in Leisure World of Maryland

Leisure World Office in the Administration Building, Silver Spring, MD 20906

OPEN HOUSE, SUNDAY, FEB. 28
1:00 - 4:00 PM

Stop by to say hello and enjoy refreshments and giveaways!

Leisure World of Maryland - Upcoming Events 2010

The Foundation of Leisure World of Maryland was formed in 1981 and tasked with enhancing the quality of life for Leisure World residents in the areas of culture, education and health.

The Foundation supports the Leisure World community in many ways including furnishing equipment such as pianos, exercise machines and audio-visual systems that are not included in the community budget; by providing seed money and guidance needed to form other organizations such as the Computer Center, the Center for Lifelong Learning, the Going-It-Alone-Club and the Retired Nurses Association.

The Foundation also sponsors performances by professional entertainers and educators so that the price of admission can be kept low and more residents can attend.

Upcoming sponsored Leisure World Events include:

March 17, 2010
Si'-O'g - TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC

March 20, 2010
STEP INTO SPRING - A WALKING EVENT

May 24, 2010
TRIBUTE TO DORIS DAY

June 19, 2010
RETRO-ROCKETS-ROCK & ROLL

July 17, 2010
LUAU ON THE LANAI

July 24, 2010
CELTIC SPRING

September 12, 2010
PEABODY RAGTIME ENSEMBLE

Valuable information about the tax credit for home buyers and home sellers

First-time home buyers and current homeowners looking to take advantage of the home buyer tax credit have only two months left to get under contract on their home purchase. Eligible buyers must enter into a contract by April 30, 2010, and close the transaction no later than June 30, 2010.

Here are some lesser-known facts about the tax credit to keep in mind:

• The tax credit can be claimed for detached houses, condominiums, townhomes, co-ops or a mobile home, manufactured house or travel trailer that is affixed to land. A mobile home or travel trailer that's on the road doesn't qualify.

• The seller of the home cannot be a close relative of the homebuyer, such as a grandparent, parent, spouse, child or grandchild.

• An unmarried homebuyer or at least one spouse of a married couple must be at least 18 years old to qualify for the tax credit.

For more information about the First-time home buyer tax credit go to http://www.irs.gov/newsroom/article/0,,id=204671,00.html

Moving Tips for Seniors who are moving to a retirement community or down-sizing

Whether you are moving to a retirement community or down-sizing to a space that is more appropriate for your new lifestyle, moving can be stressful and emotionally draining.

The following suggestions can help you execute a smooth move: 

 Begin by taking an inventory

As soon as you decided to move (even before you put your house on the market), begin taking inventory of everything in your home. Start with the most remote corner of the basement and work your way through the entire house until you reach the peak of the attic.  

Decide what will fit in your new home

Most likely you will need to scale down the number of belongings you take to your new home. Compare the size of your new space with your old space. Will all of the belongings you plan to take fit? Visualize where your current possessions will go and then decide what to do with those pieces that probably will not fit.  

Clear out clutter and things you no longer need

Inevitably, you have gathered quite a few belongings over the years. Do you still need it all? Family or friends may want to keep some sentimental pieces, but after they have looked through the items, decide whether to throw away, sell or give to charity the things you are not taking with you. This will not only prepare you for moving but will also clear clutter and make your home "show" better to prospective buyers. 

Take time to adjust to the idea of moving

The emotional impact of changing one's lifestyle, parting with objects from the past and going through a house full of belongings -- and memories -- is hard work, both mentally and physically. Make sure there is enough time allotted to review possessions and to adjust to the idea of moving. Realistic decisions also need to be made regarding how much packing and moving should be done without the help of a professional. 

Consider letting a professional do the packing

The physical demands of packing and self-moving may be too strenuous to undertake. Moving furniture is difficult and most people underestimate the toll it takes on your muscles and joints. Whoever packs the belongings assumes liability for any breakage that may occur, so letting a professional do the packing can help ensure minimal damage - to you and your belongings. It also gives you time and energy to focus on other important matters. 

Follow a step-by-step timetable

It is a good idea to follow a step-by-step timetable for packing and moving. Your moving representative can give you a detailed calendar to follow, as well as tips of things to remember such as transferring prescriptions to a drugstore in your new community.