Author Archive

Dream, Search and Pursue at a Live South Real Estate Show

By kellyg • Feb 17th, 2010

Although retirement was more than ten years away, six years ago Vincent and Darylee Buszko decided they just couldn’t retire in New Jersey. Cold weather and the busy, never-stop atmosphere of the Northeast prompted their decision to attend a Live South Real Estate Show. Their search had begun. They attended two real estate shows and [...]



Building in an Economic Downturn

By kellyg • Dec 29th, 2009

In the midst of a recession, people are finding that retiring and building a new home brings enjoyment and hope for a new, wonderful life ahead. Here, two couples reveal just how they found the new communities that they have come to call home.
First Family in the Vineyards
Jim and Nancy Mecure had lived in the [...]



Women Find the Answers in Tennessee

By kellyg • Apr 17th, 2009

Finding the perfect place may at times feel akin to searching for the Holy Grail. Still, a few fortunate women appear to have found their personal Nirvana amidst the rolling hills and babbling brooks of middle Tennessee.
A Simpler Life
Fifty-two-year-old Caroline Cox could have chosen anywhere in the U.S. to live, but something about Long Branch [...]



Fall in the Mountains

By kellyg • Sep 24th, 2008

Glowing reds, oranges and yellows blanket the city with more Art Deco architecture than any other in Southeast. Fall color hunters are in luck, as this should be one of the most vibrant autumns in years.



Is 60 the new 40?

By kellyg • May 13th, 2008

Do you feel young and vivacious or maybe not so vibrant anymore? We want to know how you feel. Ideal Living Magazine is researching an upcoming article for our fall issue and we need your input!