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Hot Springs Village Inside OutCortez Golf Course (And Riding Back to Where Our Hot Springs Village Story Began)
  This morning’s scooter ride takes us to Cortez Golf Course. From there, the ride gets a little more personal. We cruise through the neighborhood where…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutExploring the EAST END of Hot Springs Village — Come Ride With Me!
  Hot Springs Village covers a lot of territory, and if you’ve never been here, it can be difficult to appreciate just how different one part of the…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutTouring 6 of Hot Springs Village’s 9 Golf Courses — Come Along for the Ride!
  If you’ve never visited Hot Springs Village, this ride helps you get a feel for the place. For those considering Hot Springs Village as retirement, this…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutTouring The RV Park & The Coronado Center Area
  One of the best ways to discover Hot Springs Village is to simply get out and explore. In this scooter tour, I ride through the Hot Springs Village RV…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhich Hot Springs Village Location Fits You Best?
  Where you choose to live in Hot Springs Village can shape your daily life just as much as the home you buy. In this episode, I take you along on a brief…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Are The Cottages Of Isabella?
  Many of you are interested in new, low-maintenance, energy-efficient, age-in-place home designs featuring smaller footprints (1500-2000 square feet)…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutDesigning Your Best Retirement Inside Hot Springs Village
  I recently read that 70% of retirees are more concerned about having enough money than they are about dying. It made me start thinking about the…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutYou Ask. We Answer. (July 2026)
  Email your questions to us: Hello@HSVInsideOut.com Rick and I will answer your questions in an upcoming episode. We try to do this every month.   •…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Will My Life Be Like Inside Hot Springs Village?
  People often ask me this question. I can’t forecast an accurate answer. But I can offer some wisdom on the topic.   • Join Our Free Email…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThinking About Buying in Hot Springs Village? Watch This First.
  If you’re considering retirement in Hot Springs Village, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. While cruising across beautiful Lake…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHow Do You Build A House In Hot Springs Village If You Don’t Live Here?
One of the biggest questions prospective Hot Springs Village residents ask is, "How can I build a home if I don't live there?" In this episode, I take you on a…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Stuff We Own Eventually Owns Us
Most of us don't wake up one morning and decide to fill our homes with things we don't need. It happens gradually. A purchase here, a keepsake there, a box…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Dog Days of Summer in Hot Springs Village
Summer in Hot Springs Village is warm, humid, and undeniably Southern, but it's also one of the most enjoyable seasons if you know how to embrace it. In this…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhy I Got My Motorcycle License at 69
Toso, my new 2026 Yamaha XMAX 300 Learning something new later in life can feel intimidating. We get comfortable with what we already know, and the thought of…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Hidden Place I Wish I’d Found Sooner
One of the joys of living in Hot Springs Village is that there always seems to be something new to discover. In this episode, I take you to a peaceful memorial…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhy Hot Springs Village Is the Perfect Place for a New Chapter
The Fourth of July reminded us that freedom is one of life's greatest gifts. Freedom is about much more than the country we call home. It's also about the…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat I Miss Most Since Moving to Hot Springs Village
When someone asked me if there's anything I miss by living inside Hot Springs Village, it struck me as a fair question. Every move involves tradeoffs, and ours…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Retirement Advantage Nobody Talks About
What if one of the greatest advantages in retirement isn't financial at all? In this episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out, we take a walk along Cedar…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutIs Hot Springs Village Right For You?
Every prospective buyer considering Hot Springs Village eventually reaches the same crossroads: Is this place really right for me? In this episode, I explore…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutShe Wanted Community. Instead, She Found Isolation.
A recent Zoom call with a retired woman left a lasting impression on me. After moving to a 55+ community less than a year ago, she expected to find friendship…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutShould You Wait to Buy in Hot Springs Village? (May 2026 Real Estate Update)
What’s really happening in the Hot Springs Village real estate market? In this May 2026 Real Estate Update, Rick Marshall joins me from The Sunset Grill on…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhy Hot Springs Village Became Our Safe Place
I'm ALWAYS asking folks, "How did you come to be inside Hot Springs Village?" Frequently, people reverse it and ask me the same thing. That's the impetus for…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutAre There Snowbirds in Hot Springs Village?
It started with an email about 2 years ago. Now and again, I'd get the same question. Then yesterday I got another email asking the same question. I reply to…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Hot Springs Village Is NOT
Hot Springs Village has a reputation. Depending on who you ask, that reputation can be wildly inaccurate. In this episode of HSV Inside Out, I tackle the myths…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWho’s Moving To Hot Springs Village? You Might Be Surprised
One of the most surprising things I’ve learned from talking with people interested in Hot Springs Village is just how different they all are. Some are retired…
Hot Springs Village Inside Out3 Years Later: Would We Still Move to Hot Springs Village?
Three years ago, my wife and I made a decision that changed the course of our lives: we bought a house in Hot Springs Village. Since then, we've experienced…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutRandy & Vicki Moulton’s Lakefront Back Porch
Tucked along the shoreline of beautiful Lake Granada in Hot Springs Village, Randy & Vicki Moulton’s back porch is more than just a place to sit — it’s a…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Problem Isn’t Retirement It’s WHERE You Retire
Not all retirement communities create the same kind of life. Some people discover too late that slowing down can quietly become isolation, boredom, and…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutShe Researched Retirement Everywhere Then Chose Hot Springs Village
After decades in Austin, Texas, Liz Atherton found herself asking a question many retirees eventually face: “Where do I really want to spend the next chapter…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Storms Are Really Like In Hot Springs Village
We're finally getting some much-needed rain. The Village has been anxiously waiting for a few good days of thunderstorms, in hopes the rain will make up for…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhy Some Retirees Feel Rich On Less Money
Retirement success isn’t always about having the biggest portfolio. In this episode of HSV Inside Out, we explore two major factors shaping modern retirement…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutYou Ask, We Answer (May 2026)
Days ago I fed a bunch of your emails into an A.I. engine with the question: Go through these emails and give me the top 10 questions people are asking me…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhy We Left DFW Behind For Retirement In Hot Springs Village
The 2020 census showed the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area (known worldwide as "DFW") population of about 7.6 million. Today, in 2026, it's estimated to be north…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutReal Estate Update From 8th Tee Box (Granada Golf Course)
Join me and Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors of Hot Springs Village, for the early Spring real estate update. Today, we're coming…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutYIKES! Termites
Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors, recently encountered a problem with termites. Today, he shares his cautionary tale. Live. Learn…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe #1 Retirement Mistake? Ignoring Your Environment (Hot Springs Village Insight)
Most people plan for retirement around money but overlook one of the most powerful influences on their daily lives: their environment. Where you live...your…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutBefore You Choose Where to Retire…Watch This
Thinking about where to retire? Hot Springs Village offers a rare combination of natural beauty, low cost of living, and an active lifestyle that makes it easy…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutI Love Hot Springs Village…But You Need to Know This
If you’re considering retiring to Hot Springs Village, this episode gives you the truth about what it’s really like to live here. Walking the Magellan Dam…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutOne Short Drive, Three Golf Courses
Today, we take a short drive to demonstrate the magic of the eastern side of Hot Springs Village, where there's a concentration of golf courses. When you come…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWe Should’ve Done This Sooner!
John & Mildred Cooper Nature Preserve (Part 1) Don't Over-Think It: Dragging Your Feet To Retirement Let's take a hike through a portion of the John & Mildred…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHot Springs Village Neighborhoods: Don’t Get This Wrong!
Not all neighborhoods inside Hot Springs Village are the same. Choosing the right one can make all the difference in your retirement. In this episode, we break…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutRetirement Planning for Couples: 6 Critical Decisions Before You Retire
Retirement isn’t just about money. For most couples, the biggest challenges don’t come from a lack of savings—they come from a lack of alignment. Different…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutNot All Neighborhoods in Hot Springs Village Are the Same
If you’re considering a move to Hot Springs Village, there’s something you need to understand right away: This isn’t one kind of place. It’s many. And that’s…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutLake Lago Lookout (Must See)
There are places inside Hot Springs Village that simply stop you in your tracks. Lake Lago Lookout is one of them. Perched high above the water, this scenic…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Will You Leave Behind? A Powerful Truth About Retirement
What will be left of you? That’s not a question most of us sit around thinking about—but sometimes life has a way of putting it right in front of us. In this…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutYou Ask, We Answer (March 2026)
Here are the questions: What are your recommendations to look for in deciding on a new home builder in the village? Should you have a full home inspection by…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutFebruary 2026 Real Estate Update with Rick Marshall (from 6 Opalo Place)
Today's real estate update with Rick Marshall of McGraw Realtors showcases how affordable waterfront homes inside Hot Springs Village can be. One of the great…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHot Springs Village Life: As Busy Or As Relaxed As You Want
One of the things people ask me all the time about Hot Springs Village is this: “What do people actually do there?” The better question might be…What DON’T…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHow Much Does It REALLY Cost to Live in Hot Springs Village?
Everybody - and I do mean EVERYBODY - I interact with who is considering Hot Springs Village as their retirement destination is concerned about money. That…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutArchery Inside Hot Springs Village
The Archery Range inside Hot Springs Village is located just off Fenix Way. Tucked away in the pine trees, it's a beautiful place where archers of all skill…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutLake Balboa Pavilion, Beach and Playground
The Lake Balboa beach and associated amenities are located at 476 Ponce de Leon Drive. This is one of two beaches inside the Village. Lake DeSoto has the other…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutVisit Hot Springs Village In Your RV
Click here to book a reservation at the HSV RV Park. The Hot Springs Village RV Park is a private park for members and sponsored guests. In a serene rural…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutLooping Around Lakes DeSoto and Cortez: Let’s Take A Drive
Want to follow along on Google Maps? Click here. We'll leave the Cortez Pavilion and make a loop around the northside of Lakes DeSoto and Cortez to show you a…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutThe Pavilion At Lake Cortez
The Pavilion is located off Carmona Road, just off DeSoto Blvd. It features covered picnic tables, a fireplace, grills, and restrooms. There's also a flower…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHSV Inside Out Inbox: You Ask, We Answer (001)
This is the first in a new monthly series where Rick Marshall and I answer your email questions. Send us your questions to: Hello@HSVInsideOut.com • Join Our…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutJanuary 2026 Real Estate Update with Rick Marshall (from 70 Estremedura Drive)
Rick Marshall, #1 waterfront specialist inside Hot Springs Village, with McGraw Realtors, joins me to give his monthly update. We're showcasing a house on Lake…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutGrove Park Inside Hot Springs Village
Let's take a short walk along the Hernando Trail toward Grove Park. The Herando Trail is 8.6 miles one way, but we're going to walk a short distance to give…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutHot Springs Village Discovery Packages
NOTE: Apologies for the audio (it's clear; it's just a little weak at times). I had technical difficulties during recording, but didn't know it. Visit Hot…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutWhat Our Audience Is Telling Us About This Show
I don't usually solicit people to complete my audience survey, but I'm happy that people regularly complete it. Click here if you'd like to do it. I looked…
Hot Springs Village Inside OutAcreage Near Hot Springs Village: Cows, Chickens, and Golf?
Over the past couple of weeks, I received two emails from couples approaching retirement. Both couples currently own acreage. They raise cattle. They garden…