Integrated Retirement Communities offer a strong lifestyle, but most still expect residents to sell one home and buy another. We look at how rental could remove the barriers to moving, keep capital flexible and give residents more choice over how they pay for later living.

The Government has put commonhold back in the spotlight as the future of residential ownership. But later living is not a single product, and a tenure model built for an apartment block may not suit a service-intensive retirement community.

SAY Property Consultants is pleased to announce that, after working alongside ARCO as an Affiliate for the past seven years, it has now become a Partner of ARCO, the main body representing the Integrated Retirement Community sector in the UK. 

Resident Associations play an important role in retirement villages, helping to support clear communication, transparency, and resident engagement. This article explores how well-structured associations can strengthen governance, build trust between residents and operators, and contribute to well-run and thriving communities.

What really matters to residents when it comes to rising living costs in retirement? Consultant Coral Harvey shares the surprising insights we uncovered by going straight to the residents themselves. From service charges to support services, here’s what we learned from real conversations that are shaping the future of later living.