A former sales manager in the active adult housing industry has launched a website that helps prospective buyers research and compare age-restricted communities around the U.S. 55Places.com showcases more than 50 active retirement communities throughout 11 popular retirement states. The site includes community descriptions, pricing and association fees, photos and lists of about amenities and social clubs. The site claims to offer “objective independent reviews of all active adult communities,” including both new and “resale” developments. The founder is Bill Ness a former sales manager for Del Webb Corporation, the largest developer of active adult communities in the country.

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