Traditions of America at Silver Spring News

Live TV Commercial running on WJLA in Washington DC February 2012

Nathan W. Jameson, director of operations for Traditions of America, a Pennsylvania builder of active-adult communities, says his company doesn’t compete against other builders for customers; it competes against its buyers’ existing homes.

If the thought of running for five miles straight makes you cringe, you’re not alone. 

For three women at Traditions of America at Silver Spring, a 55-and-over community in Silver Spring Twp., it certainly didn’t sound like a walk in the park. But when they decided to give running a try by training for an 8K race last year, they also discovered its health benefits.

Veros Real Estate Solutions (Veros), an industry leader in enterprise risk management and collateral valuation services, has announced the real estate market forecast for the 12-month period ending September 1, 2012.

Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

With its gracious layout, the lovely Susquehanna River, and plentiful festivals and events, Harrisburg is a magnet for cyclists and pedestrians.

Harrisburg's 50,000 shade trees, 4.5-mile-long Riverfront Park and 20-mile greenbelt around the city showcase its modern skyline, lovely old cathedrals, elegant Capitol complex and well-maintained historic districts.

The surrounding Pennsylvania Dutch countryside, with its covered bridges, farms, restored mansions and rich Civil War history, is equally inviting.

Six four-year colleges in the area add musical events, drama — and youthful energy.

View our September 2011 Commercial aired live on ABC

 Where to Retire reveals “The Short List: 50 Best Master-Planned Communities in the United States” in the bimonthly magazine’s July/August issue on newsstands June 21. Retirees today have their sights set on a dynamic and fulfilling retirement lifestyle, seeking out communities with friendly neighbors and amenities to keep their minds and bodies active.  (Press release from Where to Retire Magazine.)
 

Traditions of America at Silver Spring, greater Harrisburg's leading 55 and over community, was named one of the "50 Best."

Pennsylvania NOW Magazine profiles Phil and Bridget Reemes, residents of Traditions of America at Silver Spring.  "The Reemes ...aren't alone in their inclination toward a community designed specifically with their age bracket in mind."

From the SeniorsForLiving.com Blog:

If you’re thinking of downsizing to a smaller home, making a transition to an active adult community, or looking for some other type of housing (many boomers/seniors are leaving the suburbs and moving into condos/townhomes in cities nationwide), there are things you can do to ensure a quick and successful sale.

Consider the advice offered here by Vincent Salvitti, a ReSale manager with Traditions Realty. (Traditions Realty is part of Traditions of America, a nationally-recognized developer of 55+ active adult communities.)

The housing market may seem like a deflated balloon around the country, but at least one area developer is flying high.

Sales at Traditions of America's five active adult communities across the state, including its Silver Spring Township development, have been going strong, according to company officials.

"We are bucking the trend," said J.B. Reilly, one of the principals behind Traditions of America. "We have a good operation and we're in the right part of the market."

In a ceremony at the International Builders’ Show, Traditions of America last night received two Gold and five Silver Best of 50+ Housing Awards, the industry’s highest honor. Pennsylvania’s leading developer of 55+ active lifestyle communities was recognized with 7 awards in all, more than any other developer.

Active Adult Communities, Home Designs and Marketing of Pennsylvania Developer Traditions of America Recognized as the Very Best of 50+ Housing

Mechanicsburg, PA – November 21, 2011 – Three fifty-something women and one man from the greater Harrisburg area were among the 25,000 runners racing in the Philadelphia Marathon Rothman 8K this Saturday, running for charity, personal achievement and their own health. The four were part of a team sponsored by Traditions of America – Pennsylvania’s leading developer of 55 and over communities – that inspired a $1,250 donation to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.

Follow along with the Traditions of America at Silver Spring bloggers as they enjoy their 10 night Mediterranean Cruise!

(WINNING HOMES FOR 55 AND OVER BEST ALL AGES DESIGNS)

Mechanicsburg, PA– September 27, 2011 – Traditions of America at Silver Spring, the national-award winning 55 and over community in Mechanicsburg, PA, took home a total of 18 local awards from the 2011 Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg Parade of Homes last week. Two single family and one attached home designs were recognized as the finest new homes for sale in Harrisburg.

Traditions of America at Silver Spring, the leading 55 and over community in Greater Harrisburg, has been recognized as one of the “50 Best Master-Planned Communities in the United States” by the nation’s leading authority on active lifestyle developments, Where to Retire Magazine.

Traditions of America at Silver Spring, a 55+ retirement community, took home a bakers dozen of awards during the 2010 Parade of Homes program put on by The Home Builders Association of Metropolitan Harrisburg, PA. A multi-family home model and a single-family home at the Mechanicsburg community were recognized as the finest new homes in the region

Homeowners at Traditions of America at Silver Spring – Pennsylvania’s leading new retirement community – will celebrate the Memorial Day weekend in more than just backyard barbecues in their new homes. In a community loaded with retired and active military veterans, the holiday presents a special opportunity to honor those who have sacrificed the most for their country.

Launched in 2008, the builder’s HomeFree Program helps buyers sell their existing home in order to move to any one of the company’s five Pennsylvania communities. By telling the purchaser, ‘if you don’t sell your current home, you don’t have to buy ours’, HomeFree eliminates the risk of being caught with two homes.

As the leader in senior living communities, Traditions of America has been recognized for excellence dozens of times locally and nationally. Nothing, however, could have prepared company representatives for their outstanding performance in the region’s annual showcase for new homes. As a participant in this weekend’s Parade of Homes, Traditions of America at Silver Spring has received a dozen Gold Awards spanning six categories.

Homeowners at a 55+ community located in Mechanicsburg, PA have decided to turn a social event into an opportunity to help meet this growing need. Neighbors and friends at Traditions of America at Silver Spring will meet on Tuesday for their routine potluck dinner, but this time they will also be collecting to benefit Harrisburg’s Downtown Daily Bread soup kitchen.