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Do You Have to Be Retired to Live in a Retirement Home?

Thousands of Australians are getting ready to retire and looking at retirement village
units for sale. Retirement villages in South Australia remain incredibly popular, thanks to
the amazing lifestyle and amenities they provide to seniors and their loved ones. If
you’re thinking about investing in a retirement villa for sale, it helps to know if you must
actually be retired to live in one. Here’s all you need to know from the trusted team at
Karidis Retirement Villages.

Requirements to Enter Retirement Villages Adelaide

Out of several types of retirement homes, retirement villages are extremely popular with
aging Australians who want to maintain their independence, while living in a super-
friendly and accommodating community. To reside in retirement villages in Adelaide,
residents typically need to be over 55 or retired from full-time work. Sometimes
residents may maintain part-time employment to keep busy, otherwise, there are plenty
of activities on offer in such vibrant communities.

Retirement Home Cost Factors

To protect the integrity of the community and give residents the best opportunities,
retirement villages are exclusive to those who have finished full-time employment or are
over the age of 55. Several cost factors come into play for retirement villages as
management and maintenance are top priorities to keep these communities as safe as
possible for retirees and seniors.

You must buy into the village, signing a loan and license arrangement for the right to
reside in the home. Then there are fees for the maintenance fund and your personal
utilities. Even so, retirement villages share the maintenance costs among residents, so
it’s more affordable for residents living off retirement savings.

Value of Retirement Homes for Sale

If you’re retired or planning to retire soon, a retirement village could offer you low-
maintenance, yet luxurious living for less. Not only is a retirement villa a logical financial
choice, but there are also so many hobbies and activities for retirement village
residents. You can be as relaxed or active as you want, with pool days, game nights,
and special excursions all on offer.

Check Out Retirement Homes for Sale in Adelaide
If you’re looking for retirement village units for sale, you’re in the right place. Karidis
Retirement Villages can help you find the best retirement villa for sale that meets all
your wants and needs. Contact us to learn more about retirement villages South
Australia.

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