Financing & Cost of Living Calculations

Senior retirement living is a great value!

The following cost comparison worksheet will allow you to calculate your monthly expenses at your current home/apartment against the cost of moving into a senior community.

Once you total your monthly bill and factor in that these costs are included in your monthly service plan at Franciscan Communities, you'll see why so many of our current residents consider our communities to be a great value.

In addition, redirecting your lifestyle at Franciscan Communities helps you live your life to the fullest thanks to maintenance-free living, which gives you plenty of free time to enjoy the finer things in life. Plus, unlike at your current home, our communities have many amenities that are within walking distance of your front door. Imagine beautiful chapels, swimming pools, fitness centers, libraries, cafés, game rooms, beauty parlors, barber shops, media centers, community areas, scenic walking areas, beautiful courtyards and more, just a stroll away.

Item Current Monthly Cost
At Franciscan Communities
Heating and Air-Conditioning  
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Electricity  
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Water and Sewer  
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Trash Removal  
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Other Utilities  
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Cable TV  
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Real Estate (Property) Taxes  
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Annual Home Maintenance
(plumbing, A/C and heater or furnace, garage door, pest control, other repairs, etc.) (annual cost divided by 12)
 
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Seasonal Yard/Property Maintenance
(professional lawn care and landscaping, snow removal, leaf removal, gutter cleaning, winterizing, etc.)
 
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Major Repairs/Appliance Replacement
(calculate estimated total over past 3 years and divide by 36)
 
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One Meal Per Day
(calculate monthly average - the cost of one meal multiplied by 30)
 
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Recreational Activities/Entertainment  
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Fuel for Transportation for Errands & Events/Outings  
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24-Hour Security System  
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Mortgage/Rent or other Association Fees  
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Housekeeping Services  
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Flat Linen Service  
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Homeowners Insurance*  
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TOTAL  
* At Franciscan Communities you can convert to renter's insurance which is much more affordable than homeowner's insurance.

Now that you've calculated your monthly bill, you know that you can afford the freedom to enjoy life at Franciscan Communities. To discuss financial information in further detail, please contact a sales and marketing professional at any of our communities