Best parts about owning a waterfront home

Best Parts About Owning a Waterfront HomeCentral Florida offers a vast array of home styles and lifestyles to choose from. One of the most popular of course is living right by the water. While there are options of living near the water or right on the water, there are many benefits to living directly on the waterfront. 

Permanent Views

Unlike many home settings with gorgeous views, waterfront properties rarely see changes when you look out the window. The view you fall in love with now will be the view you get to enjoy every day for the duration of your ownership. If you’re not one for change, a waterfront view may be right up your alley.

Appreciation Potential

Historically, waterfront home values appreciate at a higher rate than other…

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Inventory is less than Half of what it was in February 2020 tipping the favor to Sellers in the current Market.

February 2021 Recap

State of the Market

  • The number of homes for sale in the Orlando market plummeted by 50% from February 2020 to February 2021. This marks the lowest inventory since May 2005, putting an even tighter squeeze on the market, as demand remains high.
  • The supply of homes stands at 1.14 months, less than half of what it was in February 2020 (2.71). A healthy market has a six-month supply
  • The median home price continues to rise, with February’s median price at $280,000 up 2% over January.
  • Interest rates continued to rise for a second straight month to an average of 2.88% in February 2021.…

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Top 5 reasons people are moving to davenport

Top 5 Reasons People Are Moving to DavenportIf you have been paying attention to central Florida real estate markets, you will have likely noticed the recent popularity of homes for sale in Davenport. This quaint little town has seen explosive growth in the last few years and shows no signs of slowing down. But if you're asking yourself “why Davenport?” here are the top five reasons people are moving to the area and why you should consider it, too.

Proximity To World Class Attractions

Located not far from world-class theme parks such as Walt Disney World® Resort, Universal Orlando Resort™ and SeaWorld® Orlando, Davenport is the perfect place to be near where the fun is taking place. Given the pros and cons of living near disney in Orlando, many…

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What to expect during a home appraisal

What to Expect During a Home AppraisalThe process of buying or selling a home is full of strange words that are not part of the everyday vocabulary. One of the most confusing words is “appraisal” and while many people have heard the word before, they don't always know what it means and how it affects them. Let's take a look at the appraisal process and what it means for both buyers and sellers. 

First Things First…

Before we talk about what to expect during an appraisal, it's important to understand what an appraisal is and why it's being done.

An appraisal is an expert evaluation of the value of a home for sale in Winter Haven FL done by a certified real estate appraiser. While it is similar in some ways to a home valuation done by a real…

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Best home renovations for the most return

Best Home Renovations for the Most ReturnThe decision to sell your home can come with a lot of questions, especially when it’s time to talk about improvements around your house. The biggest question is usually, “what can I do to see the most return on my investment and sell my home for the most money?” If you are thinking about selling your home and want to invest in smart renovations, here is a list of some of the best renovations for the most return.

Bathroom Remodel

In most cases renovating a bathroom, especially when it is very outdated, will see more than 100% return on investment. New flooring, a fresh coat of paint (and removing any wallpaper or border), and upgraded fixtures will brighten and modernise one of the most important rooms in…

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During the First Month of 2021 the Orlando Housing Market Remained Strong

January 2021 Recap

State of the Market

  • There are fewer homes on the market to start off in 2021. More people are moving to Central Florida, furthering the gap between supply and demand. The Orlando metropolitan area gained 60,977 new residents in 2020, the most in the last five years.
  • Buyers are quickly snatching up available homes. In January, homes spent an average of just 40 days on the market versus 60 days in January 2020.
  • “Sellers definitely have the upper hand right now. Inventory is down significantly from a year ago, and we’re seeing this continued influx of people moving to Central Florida. Buyers need to be pre-approved and…

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3 Top Golf Neighborhoods Of Kissimmee

3 Top Golf Neighborhoods Of Kissimmee

Florida is the self proclaimed “Golf Capital of the World” and the residents of Kissimmee get to experience some of the best golf the state has to offer. If you’re looking for a golf course community in the Central Florida area you have ample choices. Take a look at the Top 3 Golf Neighborhoods of Kissimmee to start your search for homes for sale in Kissimmee. 

3. Four Seasons at Orlando

Starting from the mid $200Ks the Four Seasons at Orlando is a gated community boasts world class amenities and golf course views. With over 50 golf courses nearby, the community has its own private putting and chipping practice area to hone your skills on and around the greens. Community areas and recreation activities…

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4 Ways To Negotiate on A New Construction Home

4 Ways To Negotiate on A New Construction Home With so many new construction communities popping up, many home buyers are interested in the benefits a new build can offer. But for a lot of buyers, the new build process is not one they have experience with, especially when it comes to what they can and can't negotiate. While you may have heard the phrase “everything’s negotiable” there are four key areas of the new build process where negotiation can be the key to unlocking savings and getting the most out of the experience. 

Financing

Most builders work closely with a set of preferred lenders. These lenders are often experts in financing new builds and working with the builder in particular. While on the surface these lenders may have higher…

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4 Things To Consider Before Buying A Resort Home

4 Things To Consider Before Buying A Resort HomeIf you’ve ever thought about buying a resort home, you have likely come across a myriad of options that can seem overwhelming. With new communities being built and resale homes for sale in Charles Cove coming to the market, it can be difficult to decide what is best for you and your family. But as with every big purchase, there are some helpful things to consider beforehand that will make the entire process more enjoyable.

Desired Lifestyle

Possibly the biggest aspect of a resort home purchase that you should consider right away is your desired lifestyle. Are you an avid golfer who wants to drive a private golf cart to the first tee every morning? A resort home on a golf course should be your…

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Orlando Housing Market Closes out 2020 with Increased Median Home Prices and Lowest Inventory Seen in Years 

December 2020 Recap

A new report from the Orlando Regional REALTOR® Association details how the housing market fared in 2020 compared to recent years. Despite the pandemic and its impacts, Orlando’s median home price rose as buyers scrambled to find homes in a market with consistently shrinking inventory.

According to the report, Orlando’s annual median home price for 2020 ($265,000) was 9.1% higher than the 2019 annual median price ($243,000), thanks to another 12 months of year-over-year median price increases. While the median home price rose each month, inventory continued to decline and reached a low in…

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