Navigating the wealth of Arizona retirement communities is the equivalent of a full-time job. With so many active adult communities to choose from, those in the market for retirement homes and investment properties may be overwhelmed should they choose to go it alone. That said, don’t go it alone! Not when there are Realtors like Shirley Owens and B.J. Gallagher of www.AZActiveAdultRealEstate.com at your service. Experienced realtors with an emphasis on Arizona senior living options, both are well-versed at focusing on the interests, wants and needs of the individual or couple in identifying the perfect retirement community.

One important reason for hiring a qualified realtor is the sheer size and sprawl of the Valley of the Sun. The ever-expanding greater Phoenix area includes retirement communities to the north, south, east and west, providing would-be retirees with a wealth of choices when it comes not only to what community to choose but also what part of the Valley to call home. An experienced realtor can take your interests and lifestyle into account, and formulate that information with their knowledge of the Valley to find the direction best for you. Are you a West Valley person? An East Valley person? An experienced realtor will get you where you want to be.

Different buyers are looking for different things, and that definitely applies to pricing. A qualified realtor can show you everything from designer custom homes to foreclosures and short sales, depending on your preference. In addition, experienced realtors are familiar with the many different amenities and services most 55 plus communities offer. From golf to tennis to recreation centers with a full schedule of activities and events, your preferences and hobbies may in fact determine the community that is best suited for you.

Many experienced realtors have also established relationships with certain builders and communities. These relationships allow them the ability to find you the best deals. Working with a realtor who specializes in retirement communities gives you the advantage of finding out about great deals and upcoming opportunities others might not know about.

Without question, there is an amazing home in the retirement community of your dreams just waiting for you in the Valley of the Sun. The right realtor will invest the time and effort into finding that home and that community for you, and guide you through the process of securing the retirement home you’ve been waiting for.