Lifestyle

TERRAVITA HAS COMPLETED THEIR CLUBHOUSE UPDATE By Scott Gaertner The new design was aimed to maximize Lifestyle Contributor the views from inside the clubhouse to

Terravita continued to prove its It also capitalized on Scottsdale North’s commitment to stay at the fore- fantastic outdoor living by incorporatfront of best membership experi- ing sliding door systems and additional ence by completing a $5.2 million-dol- terrace seating. The disappearing sliding lar renovation of their main clubhouse. doors remind me of the first time I saw This improvement is the culmination of that feature at Isabella’s Kitchen in years of planning based on their mem- Grayhawk. Very exciting stuff! ber’s input. In 2012, the community completed a fantastic updating and ex- I was on staff with the developer and a pansion of the already great fitness facil- member of the club when the first clubity. They followed that with a complete house was built, and it was a fantastic overhaul and expansion of the com- facility then! These changes should munity center in 2016. They have now add immensely to Terravita’s already updated their main clubhouse, which incredible lifestyle value, ensuring that serves as the focal point for the 50 or 60 Terravita remains at the top of the list different social organizations that are of best opportunities for an amazing the heart and the hub of the community. lifestyle in Scottsdale North.

PICKLEBALL IS COMING TO THE WINFIELD COMMUNITY By Scott Gaertner from existing amenities. These courts Lifestyle Contributor are brand new additions to the club,

The Winfield community has made nis courts including two sub irrigated some amazing updates to their Har-Tru clay courts. In an area woefully amenities this year that they plan short of pickleball courts, this is a great to unveil this month. Winfield’s Execu- addition. While Winfield does allow tive Director, Lori Nelson, outside memberships for explained that they are tennis, the pickleball finishing a small expansion facilities will be for and complete re- residents only. model of their fitness facility, including I was on staff with Pulte $100,000 worth of homes at the time Winnew fitness equip- field was built and felt our ment and a new adding the clay courts was area dedicated to free an important differentiator for weights. The Winfield the community. The new clubhouse community clubhouse updates and the addition of the pickleis over 13,000 square feet ball courts will definitely put Winfield and has an indoor spa, locker rooms, in the mix as one of the best values in meeting rooms and a cafe. Outside is the Scottsdale North lifestyle commua heated pool and six miles of hiking nity. trails that even traverse up the commuthe outdoor desert and mountain vistas. which already hosts eight lighted tennity’s most amazing amenity - a 75-acre Scott Gaertner is an Associate Broker boulder strewn mountain preserve. with Keller Williams Northeast Realty, who for the past 25+ years has helped Also included in the Winfield update more people to find their lifestyle niche are two new pickleball courts! These in the Scottsdale North area than anyare not courts that have been retrofitted one else.

Five Tips for Transitioning into Retirement

Retirement brings the end of a chapter in your career and the start of a new lifestyle. This unique transition can bring a myriad of emotions, most commonly ones of excitement and apprehension. If you’re pondering retirement in the next year or so, here are fi ve tips to help you transition smoothly into retirement.

1. KNOW THE TRANSITION COULD TAKE

WEEKS – OR MONTHS. Establishing your new normal of volunteer work, an encore career or helping family will take time. If you’re married, remember that your retired status may affect your spouse’s routine, too. Talk openly about how you’re feeling.

2. COMMUNICATE YOUR RETIREMENT

PLANS WITH FAMILY MEMBERS.

Will you be visiting grandkids more often? Starting a business you’ll want support with? Continuing to host family get-togethers? Planning to move or purchase a retirement home? Open communication reassures your kids that you’re fi nancially prepared; allows you to remind your family about your estate and legacy plans; and it establishes a safe space for both sides to discuss potentially challenging money topics.

4. EVALUATE YOUR FINANCES. It’s common to revise your spending and activities after experiencing the fi rst few weeks away from your primary job, so it’s okay if you need to adjust how much you withdraw from your accounts each month. If you want to increase your spending, calculate what that means for your later retirement years. Consult a fi nancial advisor for guidance on how to make your money last while living the lifestyle you desire.

5. RESET YOUR ATTITUDE. Retirement is not the ultimate fi nish line, even if it may feel like one at times. Experiencing a lot of emotions is common but try to focus on what you’re excited about in this next chapter. Talk to friends, family and professionals in your life for support along the way.

Renee A. Hanson, CFP®, ChFC®, CEP® , CDFATM, CFS®, is a Private Wealth Advisor with Affi nity Wealth Advisory Group, a private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. in Phoenix, Arizona. She specializes in fee-based fi nancial planning and asset management strategies and has been in practice for 27 years. To contact her visit www.affi nitywealthadvisor.com or call (602) 923-9800. Her offi ce is located at 7010 E. Chauncey Lane, Suite #200, Phoenix, AZ 3. MAINTAIN HEALTHY HABITS. Prioritize 85054-3115. Putting the needs of clients first is the approach I believe in. I’ll work with you to find the right financial solutions to help you plan for your unique goals. And together, we’ll eating healthy, sleeping well, staying fi t and maintaining friendships in your new Investment advisory products and services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc., a registered investment adviser track your progress over time, adjusting your plan along the way to help get you where routine. you want to go.

Renee A. Hanson CFP®, CEP®, CDFA®, CFS®, ChFC®, APMA®

Private Wealth Advisor

Affinity Wealth Advisory Group

A private wealth advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.

602.923.9800

7010 E. Chauncey Ln Ste 200 Phoenix, AZ 85054 renee.a.hanson@ampf.com affinitywealthadvisor.com

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