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Are Retirement Homes a Good Investment?

If you’ve seen retirement village units for sale, you may be wondering if these homes
are a good investment for aging Australians. There is good news for thousands of
Aussies nearing the end of their working years, as retirement villages in Adelaide offer
an excellent investment that can be enjoyed for a long time to come. Here, Karidis
Retirement Villages explores the true value of retirement homes for sale.

How Much Does it Cost to Join a Retirement Village?

When looking into retirement villages South Australia, entry costs are a major
consideration. At Karidis Retirement Villages, the cost of your home depends on the
village location, size, and available facilities. To invest, you “buy into” the village, giving
you the right to reside in your chosen village and enjoy all the community amenities.
This loan and license agreement is different and less expensive than buying the title of
a home.

Are There Ongoing Costs in a Retirement Village?

If you decide to invest in a retirement villa for sale, keep in mind that resident-funded
villages have maintenance fees. All residents contribute to managing and maintaining
the village facilities and services, so you will need to pay a monthly maintenance fee.
However, many residents find these fees to be reasonable, considering the high level of
maintenance, security, and landscaping. In addition to the maintenance fees, once you
buy retirement village units for sale, you’ll also need to cover electricity, telephone, and
contents insurance.

What are the Benefits for Retirement Village Residents?

Finally, deciding whether to invest in retirement villages Adelaide often comes down to
the community benefits. As a retirement village resident, you get security,
companionship, and access to a wide variety of leisure pursuits. If this sounds like your
ideal retirement, a lifestyle village could be a wonderful investment. You could use
communal facilities as often as you want and take part in crafts, activities, games, and
so much more, offering great value for money. Even if you want to leave the village, you
are entitled to a refund on your loan license payment.

Explore Adelaide’s Top Retirement Homes for Sale

Ready to learn more about retirement villages South Australia? Call Karidis Retirement
Villages on 1300 796 311 or check out our financing options to help you secure the best
retirement villa for sale.

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