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Phoenix is a rapidly growing metropolitan area. More and more people are moving to the Valley of the Sun. I'm sure many considering retirement in the Valley of the Sun probably visited during the snowbird season. Snowbird season is that time of the year when natives cool off from seven months of summer and retirees from the north come to bask in sunshine and sixty degree weather. It usually begins with the first week below ninety degrees (mid-November) and lasts to the first week of ninety degree weather (February). Arizona is beautiful in the winter and early spring. The desert blooms into a blanket of yellows, oranges, and purples. The air is cool. The sun warms your skin. Spring training is happening and the golf courses are gorgeous. Ah, paradise. Yet I wonder, how many possible Phoenix retirees ventured to Phoenix in July? How did you like the 115 degree plus weather, dust storms, and skin scorching heat? Well, if you can handle the intense summers and air conditioned living, then by all means retire in Phoenix.

Phoenix is a hot spot for retirement. Before you sell your Ohio home, do some research on Phoenix retirement communities. If it's been more than three years since you've been to Phoenix, a lot has changed. It's much bigger even for those us who've lived here for decades. First, call a few realtors and have them help narrow down some retirement communities that meet your needs and pocketbook. Next, get online. Check out the home builders and retirement communities in the Phoenix area. Many retirement communities are located on the periphery of the metropolitan area in both the East and West valleys. Both valley retirement communities have much to offer from scenic mountain views and preserves to excellent hospitals and health care, but I prefer the West Valley for affordability and amenities.

The West Valley is located within a few miles of a multitude of amenities. If you like sports, then you'll love the West Valley. Nearby cities house the NFL stadium and spring training facilities. Lake Pleasant is a scenic forty minute drive and a great fishing spot. Is shopping your cup of tea? Then the West Valley has a mix of everything from up-scale boutiques to large malls and historic downtown shops. There is also a mix of dining options from fine dining to quaint tearooms to mom and pop diners. Art and culture are also within a twenty minute drive. Take a history tour through the local Native American and Southwest Art Museums or hike through the White

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