LUXURY APARTMENTS IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGES

[@judyland-obrien4259]

What a gracious lady to let us walk through her lovely home! Good people!!!!

[@gone8426]

Thank you for this video. We left NJ for The Villages the summer of 2020 to escape Covid. Plus, we had just retired. Sue Smith & Deb did a walk through with Roz, and I was sold. We were the 2nd renters to occupy Hickory building #3. We had a 1yr lease in unit #3105. It was so convenient to everything; The Villages Health and the Advanced Healthcare medical offices, to the Publix, to Brownwood Paddock Square. I liked to run 5K every other day, dance at the square a bit, walked about 5 miles everyday, and swam in the Trillium Rec Center pool a lot, as it was about 90 feet from our unit. Very nice! We got our exercise. We had no golf cart because as renters, no insurer offered liability insurance, so we didn’t risk it, and missed out on that experience. But we got around by car. That was fine.Our main concern was the spraying inside the units for pests. Our unit was infested with Palmetto roaches. The treatment killed some bugs, but they kept coming. We dreaded turned on the lights in the morning. And worse, getting up in the middle of the night without turning lights on! They refused to die. I believe we developed health related issues due to overspraying WE REQUESTED. When we left for 3 weeks to visit relatives in June and July, our symptoms went away. Then last January to February in 2021, the Lofts lowered the rent between $200 and $500 per unit. We asked for an adjustment and were denied. So we knew we were done there. Our neighbors Frandy(Frank & Andy) needed their walls painted and patched because of picture hanging and The Lofts charged them $2,500. When we left, our full deposit was returned. We left the unit spotless, like we were never there. Brand new. Probably our best experiences though were with people we met over the year. It was hard to say goodbye when we moved back to DelMarVa to be near our children and grandchildren. The heat, humidity, and bugs were a definite factor though. We might still be renting or homeowners in The Villages if not for that. We would never have known though if we hadn’t stayed for a full year. We have some great memories- obviously we still look forward to Mondays and Thursdays with Jerry & Linda.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Eric. This is a very informative comment. It is especially helpful to hear the full story. We are quite surprised that you had trouble with insects. We don't spray the inside of our home and we have seen hardly any. We get the occasional tiny, tiny ants. We have a pest control company that puts powder behind our light switches and it controls them very well. Sorry to hear about your health issues, and hope that you are back to normal. Thanks again for the great summary of your experiences at the Lofts.

[@personasplanet1872]

Thank you for this video! I hope The Villages recognize there is a very large market of apartment dwellers and have plans to build more apartment communities in the future. There are just so many of us that do not want the responsibilities that homeownership brings. Lovely to have a single-family home, but personally, I do not want all of the work associated with having one. The Lofts would be a perfect solution for someone like myself to enjoy the lifestyle The Villages has to offer without worrying about contractors, expenses, etc.

[@MarkM58]

I have owned 3 homes in my life and have rented since 1999. I do not miss homeownership. I would much prefer to rent a place like in the Lofts.

[@backyardpc1656]

I'm waiting for the condos to be built.

[@bradp9074]

I also plan on being a renter when we retire. Home ownership can be a lot and when I’m retired I do not want to worry about anything but paying my rent.

[@ericleschhorn5850]

It makes me think...I love not having the responsibilities of landscaping, or roof repairs, etc. I would miss the garage and the view of the parking lot is not attractive.

[@gone8426]

There are many many new apartments unit being built on Powell and 466A. Easy access to Brownwood Paddock Square, etc.

[@Pam-FL-7]

Interesting to see the apartment info. Randomly some old ones pop up I’ve been watching. Things are so expensive now. Even 2 years ago. Wow.

[@danielbobberson9849]

Joanne is such an elegant woman...nice apartment and a great option for some to enjoy the "village" life , be able to walk so many places but not the added burdens of home ownership. Thanks for the tour.

[@Anthony-ko3ep]

Thanks, enjoyed the show very much, you are a true gentleman and would not enter her bedroom. Class act!

[@edwinrodeo]

Nice video. The lady was very gracious. Thanks 🙏

[@d.l.n.7133]

I am loving catching up on your videos. You both are so sweet, and l love your interviewing skills . Joanne was adorable and so kind to let us view her apt. My sister in law drove me over to Brownwood when they were constructing the downtown. There was nothing there but vacant areas and construction. We ended up grabbing a bite to eat at a little hot dog type food truck . The town are turned out so nicely, l love the log cabin look . Reminds me of old time FL. One of my favorite books is A Land Remembered. It was a great story about an early settler . I think it is required reading for all FL public school students. Thanks again for sharing .

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you so much!

[@aks8823]

The Villages fascinate me although I know I will never live there. Am happily retired in Texas Hill Country, but feel like you two are good "friends" that I always look forward to visiting with!

[@Chegles1]

This is where my husband are at. We will probably never move to Florida but we so enjoy these videos. That being said one never knows where life will lead you.

[@texasmimi5566]

I, too, am in Texas and the COL here is so much more affordable, and own a very nice home in a 55+ community. I was appalled at the cost of those Lofts.

[@MichaelofTheVillages]

I’ve always been interested about the Brownwood Loft apartments - this was extremely informative -thank you for this video!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

@@MichaelofTheVillages Thank you, Michael!

[@TamiDunn]

This is an excellent video with lots of useful information. Thank you!

[@franim4368]

What a great start to my morning.. Coffee with a new Jerry and Linda video! Really enjoyed this one as I wondered about rental property and expenses in that area. Your interviewee is so delightful and poised on camera. Great information. Very nice apartment and amenities. Love you two and your vibrant personalities. Take good care and Many blessings to you. Frani :)

[@theresatitus-lawson3431]

I've always wanted to take a look at The Lofts and thanks to that kind lady I got to see inside and learn a little about what it's like to live there. Thanks Joanne and thank you Jerry, Linda and Mike for an informative interview!

[@donnamanitu8673]

Thank you for always including the prices in your videos. Some You Tubers just don't want to give all the facts but your videos always answer my questions.

[@MsRandieK]

What a gracious beautiful Woman ! Thank you JoAnn for sharing your lovely home with us.

[@joerockhead7246]

Thanks for this episode. I have no interest in a house. I've often wondered about apartment living in TV.

[@justlivinglife....619]

Jerry & Linda, Thank you Joanne for allowing us to come into your home! And Jerry & Linda, several years ago, would either of you have ever thought that your retirement career would have been in becoming hosts of your own channel & program on KZbin? You are both fabulous & have really have some great & informative shows. I cannot tell you how much I enjoy watching these videos on Mondays & Thursdays. And I must add that Linda has become so much more outgoing on camera over the past 18 to 24 months. (Jerry never seemed to have a problem with having a forward personality on camera. 😉) Love you both & love your videos! God bless you & keep the videos coming! (I live in N. Nevada near Lake Tahoe & Reno.)

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

LOL! You're right on all counts. We never expected it, but we're sure having a ball! 🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂

[@Chegles1]

I agree 100%!

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

It’s -14 degrees Thursday morning January 20th. Wish I was there. I’d buy a home. Rent is similar to that in Duluth in the better apartments. Your cameraman did a fine job of taping you folks, but we never really saw much of the apartment. It looks like a typical 2 bedroom from what I could make out.

[@jeanettea12345]

Much appreciated to give us (seniors) a 'heads up' as to what is available. STILL, my concern with renting an apt is that the rent usually goes up each year and seniors on a fixed income can't afford it. Also no utilities covered. Hhmmmmm! It's unfortunate what rent is today for everyone who has to rent. In earlier years the goal was to buy and if you couldn't afford to do that at least you could rent-not so today. Good video though-all lovely people. Thanks for sharing.

[@terrie1226]

Thank you Joann for showing your wonderful place.....another great day with beautiful weather......

[@Shelley9090]

I've always wondered about The Lofts and was looking forward to your video after you mentioned it was coming up. I never expected it to be this detailed and to be able to see someone's actual apartment. Thank you for another informative video. Thank you, Joanne for allowing us to visit your beautiful apartment, and for answering all the questions. So kind of you!

[@reginacarroll8270]

Thank You Joanne!

[@smartybloomers]

What a nice woman to let us see her home and surrounding s. I enjoyed her informative and low key personality.

[@MonicaFlorida]

Color coordination with all three outfits!

[@w.c.7247]

You two are just so wonderful for putting these videos up. Not only do you make them informative, you always make them fun. I always feel better after seeing you two!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

What a nice thing to say! Thank you!!! 😁😁😁

[@donnaheard4185]

Great video! Thank you Jerry, Linda, Joann, and Mike the camera guy!

[@djbvida]

Thanks to Joanne for the tour of her lovely home. Glad they get to have pets. Great video.

[@monisamontoya288]

I loved your home tour. I sometimes go to teh villages to enjoy the live shows which are held in public areas. The apartment seems to be as large as the homes.

[@kitno5]

Wow, the one bedroom is more expensive than my 2390 Sq ft dell Webb home in Calif.

[@suzsnnesanders4742]

I like you guys so much better than Lori and mark on the other channels they must have a boatload of money, they have a huge rv huge boat and a house in the keys! You are so much more down to earth and I think most people can identify with you!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Thank you Suzanne! Although we must admit, a huge RV, a boat, and a house in the keys sounds good!😁😁😁

[@suzsnnesanders4742]

@@JERRYANDLINDA it does sound good but there are not a lot of people I know that could afford that!

[@dewservices]

Thank you so much for sharing the apartment video. Would be great for someone to stay while thinking about buying a house or could live here and not have to take care of anything.

[@jamesfournier6114]

Great Video Jerry & Linda Loved getting a view of the Lofts they are very nice. And Thank you to your Host Joanne for letting us all see what the apartments look like.

[@robindifabio3619]

Beautiful and how nice that she showed you around. Very gracious of her to welcome your viewers into her home!!

[@rachelt2482]

Great video! Thank you to Joanne for showing us her lovely home. Your interview was awesome!

[@Mindy-r2s]

Thank you Joanne for the tour! Enjoy the sunshine! 😎

[@sherrycampbell9196]

Thank you ms Joanne for sharing your lovely loft in the villages..and for Mr Jerry and Ms Linda ❤ giving us new adventures that await in the villages from beginning to the new southern end...

[@MsLorie-ef6fo]

Another fun and informative video! Didn't really get to see the size of the master bedroom though because the camera man was facing out. Oh well.

[@lindagraham178]

Thank you Joanne for sharing your personal space with us lovely home and community

[@marypeterson1053]

Thank you for showing us your apartment.

[@joanklag2640]

Thanks to Joann ! That was a great interview!

[@LandenRocksYT]

She’s a very no nonsense lady. Love it. I bet she’s in her 80s but her mind is sharp as a tack.

[@hennagal7360]

I thought to myself - i dont want to see the horrible news , I want a dose of florida sunshine with the sunshine couple - on top form thank you 🤗☀️😎

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Awww!!! Thank you, HG! So nice. 🙂🙂🙂

[@donwilliams6712]

I was on that waiting list, my turn came up right after my house closed. The apartments are amazing but I am happier in my Citrus Grove Courtyard Villa.

[@daledivine4625]

Congrats. CYV's are great. That's what we wanted and enjoy ours in the Village of Charlotte.

[@noreenn6976]

Are the villas rented apartments?

[@noreenn6976]

@Dale Divine sounds nice! Wish I could afford to live there.

[@tominator3]

Nice apartment...everything you'd need + access to all the wonderful amenities

[@mkulseth52]

The girls and I just watched. Well done. Very enjoyable. Classy lady

[@Hugginsince79]

Under the weather today in WV and under snow. I enjoying your videos.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Get well really Soon! 😁😁

[@pattibrown283]

Don’t know if anyone has pointed out that your videos show people standing in doorways. We’d love to see more of the interior and exterior of the homes

[@cplpcl8565]

Wow she so so nice and Linda and Jerry u guys are doing so well enjoy this

[@dnpdoc]

Jerry and Linda, I'll be turning 60 this year, but completed a PhD last spring and it seems like I'm a long way from retirement. I do, however, enjoy thinking about it happening (someday?). If I do, it's good to know there are nice folks like you that I might come across! Best wishes!

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

We all get to a point where we wonder how many good years we have left. I've never met an elderly person that said. "I wish I had worked longer."

[@MrFroglips69]

Groovy episode.

[@RHoDS713]

Very nice to see the apartments.

[@lesleybthedapperkiwi]

I just love the way your smiles bring a smile to my face 😄

[@barbararall5498]

I have not seen any mention of public transport. What happens when people age out of driving?

[@ChristianMusic852]

Hi Jerry and Linda ! I have watched a few of your videos, and I love them and The Villages, it seems like I place I would love to move to (but can't afford at the moment) plus it would put me a little closer to my grand baby .

[@patrickflynn6659]

Very nice lady to take us through her home.

[@123Rockchild]

I think her apartment is very nice. It’s perfect for her.

[@CR-ru1kw]

Many thanks for sharing 🤩😎🤩! It’s so beautiful😻! Keep enjoying 😘.

[@carolapostolos8929]

That was sweet of Joanne to show you guys around. Thank y'all for the information!

[@lhall9381]

Jerry I feel your pain. My wife is the same as Linda. She'd change the furniture around (daily). I worked 2nd shift,( retired now) and come home to a dark house. I knew where the furniture was when I left for work. Until one night I FEEL OVER the furniture that had been changed after I left. After that there was a light left on until I got home....................

[@danieljustdaniel9550]

i would say that an electric bill for the Apts. would be lower, most Apts do not have an elevator so that is a big plus. Great video once again. Jerry and Linda on the beat in the Villages.

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

On the beat!

[@brockreynolds870]

Dang... for a 179$ a month amenity fee, you'd think they could give those residents a couple of pots of flowers out by that pool...

[@JERRYANDLINDA]

Flowers always look nice, but need to be maintained. When you do the maintenance… it may raise that fee. Still want those flowers?

[@ZACTY-hm8nl]

That fee gets you access to a lot of other amenities!

[@giannabella9183]

Thanks for this informative video. However it made me cranky. I used to be a renter. Never heard of a rental apartment building that charged the renter extra for water, sewer and trash...that was always included in the rent. They're just finding ways to up and up and up and up your expenses. I looked at the floor plans for these apartments and it does not look like they provide enough natural light. Sad.

[@LJ-jq8og]

Great points ! Its all enough to make me buy outside of the Villages !

[@giannabella9183]

I know!! ​@@LJ-jq8og

[@JillKirchner]

Thanks Linda and Jerry. I enjoyed this very much.

[@dewservices]

Im pretty sure the grocery store delivers to your home. i am a member of Walmart plus and they deliver. Maybe Publix does also.

[@harryp1665]

Very informative interview to which Joanne seems well adjusted and enjoying her life in TV.

[@debbiehill2285]

Thank you….. Lovely….. JoAnnn was lovely also……

[@joangiangola7405]

Thank you for all of the information and the tour of the apts. What a gracious person to share her information. Are there other apts being planned or being built? Waitlists? Thanks Jerry and Linda!

[@maggielukasevich7267]

Loved the video-just what we needed. My Husband and I knew we wanted to come down but thought renting would be best until we knew the area and decided which village we would want to live in. This video shed much light on questions we had about the apartments! Thank you!!!

[@gone8426]

We thought the same Maggie. We rented at The Lofts for 1 year. Went to many open houses, estate sales… you gotta be quick! Being on property may help.

[@laurarahz12]

Nice video! So interesting to see the apartments on the inside! She was so sweet to let you in! As always, love your videos Jerry and Linda!!

[@antho7475]

nice lady l like the apartments. No more homeowner worries , especially with those small yards ,you may as well be in a apartment

[@daledivine4625]

Good Thursday morning Jerry and Linda. Great interview with JoAnn. Very nice of her to let you come into her beautiful apartment. I don't think that any apartments built in TV will down grade TV homes and life styles. Apartment dwellers will be paying an amenity fee just like the homeowners here in TV. Welcome to The Villages.

[@rodneythetall8877]

Great video, it clears up a lot of guessing of what there all about.

[@rebeccamartin4267]

Got your own camera 👨 I'm impressed. But disappointed that it wasn't Gizmo ☺ Very nice thanks for opening your home!

[@floridadreams263]

Great video guys! Thanks for sharing. Looks like a beautiful apartment community. Lucky Ressidents!

[@here_we_go_again2571]

Thank you Joann, Linda, Jerry and Mike. I was wondering what the apartments were like - Lovely! I would feel more secure living alone in one of those apartments rather than alone in a house.

[@charn913]

I love this! Thanks Jerry and Linda great show

[@marybutlin5605]

Excellent questio s. Thank you!

[@thedebrat3]

You guys are so fun to watch! Your living my dream! Also I have a Gizmo , not a Doxie, but I’ve had Doxies all my life had to put my 15 year old boy down last August. Look forward to your next video♥️

[@Theflylover]

what a great show! Thank you so much for opening your home and showing us the newest living arrangements the villages has to offer!

[@stevenmccormick1948]

Nice tour and interview, along with some very helpful information, thanks.

[@barbarakerrigan5177]

The lofts were very nice did not get to see the master bedroom just the hallway to the bathroom

[@donwilliams6712]

As a note, if you get into the lofts while trying to find a home in the Villages, if you buy a home through the Villages, the lofts will allow you to break your lease.

[@gordondonahue4810]

Thanks for that information.

[@gone8426]

Not before 6 months, or you pay a penalty. Been there, saw it happen.

[@donwilliams6712]

@@gone8426 they assured me that they will allow it before six months ONLY IF you buy from a Villages realtor.

[@gone8426]

@@donwilliams6712 ya, well, that was not the case last Spring. Under 6 months for any realtor including TV, you pay a fee to terminate the lease before 6 months. Ask Deb, she moved to Hawkins, and is my star witness.

[@cynthiaamitrano8915]

Get a home buyer’s clause. I always did and just had to give 30 days notice. I usually gave 60 or 90 because I had remodeling to do. In takes roughly 60 days to close on a home in Minnesota if you mortgage it. Everything in Minnesota is so hard and so expensive.

[@spaceshuttle1]

Thank you so much I loved this show and so much info about the Lofts.

[@richsoper1779]

I love your “ on the road” videos. Great Thursday viewing. Thanks Jerry and Linda.

[@arthurthompson4017]

Another great video. Thank you both, keep up the great things you two do for all of us.

[@VetteGuy9]

How long are the leases? Rent can be increased whereas mortgage payments are fixed.

[@pathoulf1415]

Thank you. Very informative

[@oceandreamer1958]

Nice! It’s always great to see new places…and to have a bonus video! ❤️

[@kristenschnese698]

I great video! As always glad to start my morning with this I hope they will build more of these ? It would be great for a snow bird

[@gone8426]

Many lease for a year and leave for the warmer months. If you only lease for 6 months and don’t renew, they will rent to another and you’re out.

[@charlenecampanelli9466]

Very informative & excellent job. I can’t wait to visit Joanne and see the beautiful villages!

[@renethompson9744]

Thank you for the in depth interview and to JoAnn for allowing us to come into her home. The apt looks spacious with the high ceilings and secure too. I liked them and the convenience of the location.

[@kimt8162]

I think I would be so into apartment living. I don't like bugs, and am starting to get too old for yardwork. We stayed in Florida last time in a 2 bedroom condo with blacony. It was so nicely decorated I was like, I could live here. Just everything about it was bright and inviting. I think the decor makes such a big difference.

[@gone8426]

Get a unit on the 3rd floor. You may not escape the Palmetto roaches, but the noseeums and other bugs will be less annoying.

[@davisholman8149]

@@gone8426 That is one of the things about Florida I do not like - BUGS. That is why they have to have enclosed patios & pools can’t enjoy the outdoors without it. Mosquitos, roaches, etc. etc. Here in AZ - much less bugs & humidity. (Only 2 scorpions in 20 years.) But we don’t have the beautiful tropical plants as seen there in most places, & no gorgeous white sand beaches. My daughter lives there so I get to visit though.😎🌊

[@sassysasparilla2922]

Enjoyed the tour and very nice of Joann to show her lovely home to us. Great location and perfect especially if you don’t want house maintenance responsibilities and expenses but still want to enjoy TV lifestyle. Pluses and minuses for owning and renting. Loved the alligator animation 🐊 😁 Thanks for sharing as always and extra treats and pets to sweet Giz 🐶🐾💓🙂

[@annekelley8299]

Very nice tour,it satisfied my curiosity.

[@jorge2861]

Such an amazing channel you guys have going on. Very entertaining, super funny 😄, and clean. Love ❤️ your videos.

[@gone8426]

Clean?

[@karenseman8258]

Thanks to all 3 of you - the Blue Crew 💙! (Mike must have been wearing a different color since he didn’t even get a cameo… 😉) But seriously - thx Joann for welcoming J/L and all of us into your home! I’d always wanted to check out the Lofts! Welcome to The Villages! 😃

[@youtubecritic5781]

Well done. Love the different camera angles

[@marshallhosel1247]

Nice apartment. Thank you.

[@teresalyons756]

Very nice thanks for sharing your home! Beautiful!

[@luztirado]

Holy moley! $1548 for a 755 sq ft apartment us outrageous!

[@eddieBoxer]

Welcome to Florida expensive rental.