In this episode, we explore what it’s actually like to live in Hot Springs Village as a retiree, including the emotional and practical adjustments that come with slowing down, simplifying, and choosing a quieter rhythm of life.

Let’s talk about understanding Hot Springs Village, the pace of life, affordability, healthcare, daily life, and more.

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Thinking about retiring to Hot Springs Village—but not ready to commit yet?

In this episode of HSV Inside Out, I answer a thoughtful viewer email about doing a micro-retirement (mini-retirement): a short, intentional stay where you live like a local and experience everyday retirement life before making a permanent move.

This is not a vacation. It’s a way to slow down, settle in, and discover whether the pace, lifestyle, and community truly fit you.

In this episode, we cover:

• What a micro-retirement really is (and what it isn’t)

• Why Hot Springs Village is uniquely suited for this kind of test

• How long you should stay to gain real clarity

• What everyday experiences matter most

• The honest questions you should ask yourself along the way

Whether Hot Springs Village is already on your shortlist—or you’re simply exploring what retirement could look like—this episode will help you make a wiser, more confident decision.

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Apologies for the low audio volume on me. I didn’t mic myself, and that was a mistake. I’ll do better. -Randy

Ed and Terri Donnelly invited me to prowl their porch. Actually, their friends Tom and Bethany McGregor volunteered them, and they graciously agreed. I even think they had a good time. I know I did.

They jokingly say they bought the ugly house on Lake Balboa and invested in 6-months to give it a new life. And what a life they’ve got (and the house).

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We could all plan our retirement more successfully if we just knew how long we’d live. That would eliminate the question, “How much money will I need to retire?” But today, I’d like to discuss something more important than life span…health span. Join me as we stroll the Cedar Creek Trail inside Hot Springs Village.

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I appreciate so many people who have allowed me to do what I do.

Thanks to YOU, the audience. You’re the reason (mostly) for this show.

Thanks to every guest who has ever appeared on the program.

Thanks to all the fine folks who invite me to prowl their porch.

Thanks to all the sponsors – we all owe these folks a SA-LUTE because they make Hot Springs Village Inside Out possible. Sure, I could do it without them, but I’d be writing checks, and they provide financial support AND much more to make this program possible. I’m grateful for the opportunity.

Thanks to John Cooper, Sr., for having the imagination and wherewithal to build Hot Springs Village.

Happy Anniversary to my wife, Rhonda, and me. Today is our 48th anniversary!

To everybody else, Happy New Year 2026!

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Thinking about retiring to Hot Springs Village? You might be planning your visit for spring or fall — but the smartest time to see the Village is actually winter.

In this episode, Randy Cantrell shares why winter gives you the most accurate, transparent, and surprisingly beautiful look at real life inside the Village:

✔ Clear views of terrain & lake lots
✔ A true sense of community life
✔ Mild winter weather
✔ Year-round recreation
✔ Calm, uncrowded home-shopping
✔ Real cost-of-living insights
✔ Quiet beauty most people miss

If you’re planning a scouting trip to explore retirement in Hot Springs Village, make sure winter is on your calendar.

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Stewart McGregor emailed me about his retired parents, who now live inside Hot Springs Village. He saw my appeal for porches to prowl and volunteered his folks, Tom and Bethany McGregor. Tom and Bethany planned to retire to Hot Springs Village by buying their retirement home and renting it out. How did they know about Hot Springs Village? I’ll let Tom tell you. Enjoy!

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