If you’re ready to take the next steps toward joining a Del Webb community, here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to help you move forward with confidence and ease:
Define Your Priorities
- Lifestyle Goals: What kind of activities, amenities, and social environment are most important to you?
- Location Preferences: Choose regions or states you’d like to live in—consider climate, proximity to family, and access to healthcare or urban centers.
- Budget Range: Know your financial comfort zone for home prices, HOA fees, and ongoing living expenses.
Research and Explore Communities
- Visit the Del Webb Website: Use delwebb.com to explore communities by location, amenities, and home styles.
- Compare Communities: Look at what each offers—such as fitness centers, golf courses, social clubs, and home customization options.
- Read Reviews & Testimonials: Get insights from current residents to understand the real-life experience in each community.
Schedule a Community Tour
- Virtual or In-Person Tours: Most Del Webb communities offer both. A guided tour allows you to see the homes, amenities, and the neighborhood atmosphere.
- Stay Overnight (Where Offered): Some locations have a “Stay & Play” program, giving you the chance to experience life as a resident before committing.
- Meet with a Sales Consultant: They can answer specific questions about home models, HOA fees, and availability.
Talk to a Realtor or Financial Advisor
- Consult a Real Estate Agent: Preferably one who has experience with active adult communities.
- Review Financing Options: Del Webb often partners with lenders or has incentives for qualified buyers.
- Discuss Tax Benefits: Some states or areas may offer tax advantages for retirees or energy-efficient homes.
Choose Your Home & Customize
- Pick a Lot and Model: Choose your preferred homesite and one of the available floor plans.
- Personalize Your Features: Select from upgrade packages, finishes, and optional add-ons tailored to your lifestyle.
- Review the Contract: Understand all terms, warranties, and timelines before signing.
Plan Your Move
- Declutter and Prepare: Downsizing? Start early and consider what fits into your new space.
- Coordinate Timing: Align your move with the closing date or build timeline (for new construction).
- Engage Local Services: Ask your community’s sales team for referrals to moving companies, cleaners, or design consultants.
Get Involved Early
- Join Online Groups: Many Del Webb communities have Facebook groups or forums where future residents connect.
- Attend Events: If possible, participate in community gatherings before moving in to meet neighbors and staff.
- Explore Clubs & Activities: Start thinking about how you want to get involved in your new lifestyle from day one.
Welcome Home
Once you’ve moved in, take advantage of the full range of community amenities, explore new hobbies, and enjoy the supportive, active lifestyle Del Webb is known for.