The Homebuyer journey can be tricky, but we offer tips, tricks and advice for those seeking a new home in the sunny state of Florida. And when you’re ready, consider using ICI Homes as your builder in any of our fine communities or on your own lot.
Florida is an exciting place for many people who live or move here, for numerous personal and professional reasons. Add entrepreneurship to that list. A recent study by WalletHub.com names Florida as the top state in the U.S. for business startups. Which means it’s also the place to be if …
Windows are a critical feature in any new residential construction, vital in their placement, installation and quality for the long-term enjoyment of any new custom Florida home. Cruise through an ICI Homes floor plan on our website or in person at one of our master-planned communities and you’ll likely notice …
According to data examined by the National Association of Home Builders in December 2025, the percentage of new-construction homes being built in master-planned communities, and/or within communities with homeowners associations, is on the rise. That’s not surprising given what our ICI Homes sales associates hear from custom home buyers in our own …
Need proof that Florida’s recent population growth is going strong? There’s nothing like a moving van to confirm it. U-Haul’s annual Growth Index is out, revealing eight Florida cities among the top 10 for growth locations in 2025, and 12 cities among the top 25. It also featured Ocala as …
Repeat with us at ICI Homes: there’s no such thing as too much storage! And, if you’re considering building or buying a new custom Florida home with us, we can help you maximize storage options in every room. While everyone’s storage needs differ, there are tried-and-true features that work well …
It’s time for another installment in our occasional series that sheds light on certain terms and language commonly used in residential real estate. As in any industry, the home-building world is full of slang, verbal shorthand and specific descriptions that might sound like a different dialect to potential ICI Homes …
If you’re seeking a new custom Florida home that doesn’t require any exterior maintenance on your part, yet meets other criteria on your wish list, an ICI Homes townhome could be your solution. Key Takeaways Townhomes are reaching record-high market share in new construction, according to NAHB data Nearly 20 …
Whether it’s an evening stroll or daily run, stepping out one’s front door onto miles of trails and sidewalks is a must-have for many people searching for their new custom Florida home. That’s not an observation solely from us at ICI Homes. A recent study by Homes.com revealed that buyers …
One of U. S. News & World Report’s most popular lists released in November, and it’s a fresh look at prime destinations for people considering retirement. The 250 Best Places to Retire in the U.S. in 2026 features retirement-favorite regions and some surprises from elsewhere. More importantly for potential ICI …
The phrase “Coastal Modern” was the No. 3-ranked design trend in Realtor.com’s 2025 Hottest Home Trends Report, which was released in mid-November. While surveying annual data from the website’s active listings of resale homes, researchers noted use of the search term “Coastal Modern” increased by 125.6 percent over 2024 search …