North Carolina Preferred by Baby Boomers

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Arizona and Florida aren't the only retirement-relocation hot spots these days. In fact, South and North Carolina now top the preferences of baby boomers who will be retiring in the next decade, according to a survey to be released this week from home builder Del Webb.

Also, downsizing is a trend that is taking hold among all housing consumers, but it is particularly evident among the 55+ crowd that includes the older baby boomers.

Today, the "cost of living" is the most important consideration on where to locate. Although Florida, Arizona and California remain Top 10 retirement destinations, the trend is giving other states a chance to draw even more retirees.

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Despite the broadening of potential destinations, baby boomers' desire to move in retirement has remained relatively stable over the years. Between 30% and 40% plan to move to a new home in retirement, about the same as in 1996, and half of those plan on moving to a new state.

Check out available new homes in North Carolina at www.SheaHomes.com.

Information for this post provided by Steve Kerch of MarketWatch.

New Home Incentives Available Through January 31st

The following incentives are good on "To-Be-Built" new homes in the Raleigh/Durham area contracted through January 31, 2010:

1. Below Market Financing

2. Buy Down Rates - available on select inventory homes at Braemer at Mackintosh on the Lake and Stirling at Mackintosh on the Lake.

3. Free Design Options -

• Braemer at Mackintosh on the Lake - 1/2 unfinished basement OR 1/2 off options up to $30,000.
• Brightleaf at the Park - 1/2 off options up to $40,000.
• Stirling at Mackintosh on the Lake - 1/2 off options up to $30,000.
• Wrenn Meadow - 1/2 off options up to $50,000.

For more information on the above programs visit Shea Homes of North Carolina.

Charlotte: Weather to Entice A New Home Buyer

Just as Charlotte's location offers new home owners the benefits of both the mountains and the ocean, it also offers the best of all worlds in weather. This makes the city's weather one of its strongest assets, attracting visitors and new residents alike.

The year is filled with days which invite you outside to enjoy the clear blue sky and bright sun, the perfect backdrop to Charlotte's beautifully landscaped neighborhoods, commercial areas, parks and lakes. The area's climate can best be described as moderate, pleasant and sunny.

Forget about the winter blues of our northern neighbors or the stifling summer heat of our southern friends. In Charlotte, the weather entices you outside all year!

Learn about new homes available by Shea Homes in the Charlotte area at http://www.sheahomes.com/find-a-new-home/Charlotte-New-Homes.cfm.

New Homes Available at Braemar at Mackintosh on the Lake

Conveniently located off I-40/85 between Raleigh and Greensboro at Exit 140, Mackintosh on the Lake is a 612-acre community that is located on an idyllic canvas of open meadows surrounded by historic oaks and bordering Lake Mackintosh in Alamance County. Greensboro is just 15 minutes away and Raleigh is 40 minutes down I-40.

Lake Mackintosh is a crystal-clear lake that is more than six miles long and covers over 1100 acres, boasting 100 miles of shoreline. Well-known to fishing and boating enthusiasts, the lake enjoys a resort-like atmosphere, complete with a marina, sailing, rental boats, picnic areas, paddleboats and more.

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In addition to beautiful natural amenities, Mackintosh also features over 80 acres of community open space and 2.5 miles of protected shoreline, with tree-lined sidewalks and pocket parks throughout the community, including a private 10-acre lake, and a lakeside pavilion and fire pit. The Aquatic Park features several pools, plus a 120 foot long slide. In this fantastic community, there's always a place to go for fun nearby, even for our four-legged furry friends, who have their own dog park.

Shea Homes offers our Traditions series homes on crawl space foundations. Many homes feature front porches and stone accents, plus decorative garage doors are included. Our plans are open and airy with 9' ceilings, allowing an abundance of natural light inside. Basement homesites are still available!

Visit http://www.sheahomes.com for more information today.