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Bed Bugs Bites Should Be Taken Seriously

Bed bugs are very small and when they are full grown they can be compared to the size of an apple seed. They start out brown and once they have had their meal, which is blood, they have a brownish red color. Continue reading Bed Bugs Bites Should Be Taken Seriously…

Stock Market Trading - What Are The Risks?

When people think of the stock market they can dream up ideas of riches and easy living, but there is also the possibility of ruinous losses. You can follow many paths to stock market success, whether you do it on your own or use the services of a financial professional. A stock broker can give you advice on your portfolio, and advise you on the different investment vehicles available. Continue reading Stock Market Trading - What Are The Risks?…

Loans for Your Home Improvement Plan

When people need money, they often borrow from the bank or another accredited lending facility. However, it isn’t always that simple. There are personal loans, secured loans, credit loan, car purchase plans, and home improvement loan, flexible loans, all of which are available from a wide range of lenders and at dramatically different interest rates. Continue reading Loans for Your Home Improvement Plan…

Choosing energy efficient appliances

Every month when I get my electricity bill, how we wish that it showed a lesser amount. Since we live with kids and are on a budget it becomes more a cause of concern for me. The equipment that is part of our daily life consumes as much as 14% of the total energy used in the home. Making a right choice can go a long way in the future. You can choose an energy-efficient refrigerator, or microwave oven, that will save yourself money on the second price tag. Picking the best quality home appliances is easy, but doing some research before you make this investment is necessary. Continue reading Choosing energy efficient appliances…

Vacation Rentals By Owner - Finally Explained!

Over the period of decades the popularity of timeshares has grown by many folds so much so that over two million Americans have timeshare properties in country and out of country. But the rise of timeshare industry saw the rise in scams and frauds. More recently the timeshare industry has been plagued by unscrupulous activities of frauds and scammers. Notwithstanding these serious problems with timeshares a new breed of alternatives are emerging. One of the main reasons why people were attracted towards timeshares was that it will be an expensive affair for a big family to vacation every year at a hotel or a resort. Timeshares proved to be an economical solution to all that. Continue reading Vacation Rentals By Owner - Finally Explained!…

Purchase KMC Wheels For Your Vehicle

If you are looking to upgrade both the look and the performance of your vehicle you won’t go wrong if you consider chrome rims from KMC. Sturdy construction, beautiful details and solid durability are all characteristics of KMC products. This makes KMC rims popular with all sorts of drivers, especially because their many styles that you can pick from. Continue reading Purchase KMC Wheels For Your Vehicle…

Inversion Tables Can Relieve Pain, Stress, And More

Only those who suffer from chronic back pain know how agonizing it is. For some patients traditional methods seem to work. But for others no treatment is able to relieve them of that acute pain. In recent years some new techniques have come up which have been found to be very effective in treatment of back pain and inversion table is one of them. Continue reading Inversion Tables Can Relieve Pain, Stress, And More…

History of Laguna Woods Village, formerly Leisure World

Leisure World, Laguna Hills, California (now referred to as Laguna Woods Village in the City of Laguna Woods) is the nation’s leading planned residential community for seniors. It was conceived and developed by Ross W. Cortese, who built the first Leisure World in Seal Beach, California in 1960. Cortese, a man of unlimited vision, believed that a void in housing existed for a person age 52 and over.

To find out what Seniors wanted he talked to civic leaders, doctors, clergy and groups of older people. He discovered that Seniors, those 52 and over, wanted a fresh new start in their lives after raising a family, fulfilling a career and, basically, just wanted to be free of household duties and the maintenance and up keep of a home. They wanted to enjoy their “Golden Years”!

Based on his research Cortese, working with a team of planners, architects, builders and designers, started Leisure World in Laguna Hills in 1963. His concept was to build a community that would cater to the needs of seniors.

The first manor (residence) was completed in November 1964 and the last manor in September 1980. Leisure World (the name was changed to Laguna Woods Village in October 2005) has approximately (2008 figure) 18,000 people who live in one of the 12,736 residential units (6,323 co-ops, 6102 condos and 311 units in two tower buildings), 7 clubhouse (originally 6 were constructed, but a 7th was added in 2005), 5 swimming pools, 10 tennis courts, 2 golf courses, an equestrian center, 10 craft shops, 2 garden centers, 2 RV storage areas, a library, 2 fully equipped fitness centers and over 200 clubs and organizations for residents to participate in. Add to this a “free” community bus service and a residence security service that patrols the 2,095 acres and mans the various entrance gates.

When completed Leisure World contained all the elements that Ross Cortese had envisioned in the early 1960’s, security, access to local health care facilities, nearby shopping, good transportation, cultural events and programs, excellent housing, recreational and educational opportunities and various other activities designed for Seniors to ensure their freedom and the opportunity to enjoy their “Golden Years”.

Right now it is a “buyer’s market” and we have many fine homes ranging in price from $122,000 on up to $350,000.  Patrick McNamee of Century 21 Rainbow Realty is an expert in this area, please check out his web site to get more real estate information about this active senior community: www.leisureworldre.com

Article contributed by Frank J. Hill, Broker/Owner Century 21 Rainbow Realty
Used with permission

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Used Road Bicycles: Do You Know These Used Bicycle Evaluation Tips?

Bicycle transportation is about as economical as you can get. They don’t need gas, have low maintenance requirements, last forever, are nonpolluting, go anywhere, are healthy, and you don’t need a license or insurance. Follow these steps if you are considering a used road bicycle for your transportation needs. Continue reading Used Road Bicycles: Do You Know These Used Bicycle Evaluation Tips?…