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If you’re in the market for a new home, tune up that tablet or computer touchpad. A recent poll from the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors confirmed that 70 percent of Pennsylvania home buyers under age 50 now launch their new-home search online. Shocker? It shouldn’t be, and it’s likely not a …
You’re building a new custom home. Congratulations! Do anything you want! We’re kidding. Most of us operate on a budget and building a home is a major budget item. How do you juggle saving on certain details in a new home versus upgrading other…without blowing your bottom line? You do …
Lake Nona, Florida, isn’t the center of the universe. Yet. But, it is the center of Orlando’s most desirable suburb and location is a major reason why. In Lake Nona, business, technology, medical, education and sports institutions are clustered near each other encouraging collaborative synergy. Naturally, Lake Nona neighborhoods — …
Palm Coast is a hidden gem along Florida’s historic northeast Coast. Tucked between Jacksonville and St. Augustine to the north, and Daytona Beach to the south, Palm Coast is more than its three exit signs along Interstate 95 make it appear. Sited in compact Flagler County, in an area rich …
If you’re searching for investment property, cross the state line into Florida and stop. A recent study by GOBankingRates.com, named three cities — Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville —among the nation’s top 15 great places to invest in real estate. Using rental properties to expand your portfolio is a smart move …
You’re on the housing hunt, seeking your next home. Regardless of why — a career move, a dream house or (congratulations!) retirement — tackling the process of finding a new home can feel like instant overwhelm. Where to start? Who to consult? What do I require? Slay that overwhelm dragon …
Sounds like a cliche, right? It certainly could. However, acclimating to a new Florida residence involves more than admiring your granite countertops each time you flip on the kitchen lights. If you’re considering a move here, design choices are merely the first of many important considerations that can help create a …
Okay, we’re biased. We live here. And, we think you’ll agree that the beaches, year-round warmth, sporting and entertainment options make Florida a super place to be. But, making the decision to move to the Sunshine State may require a more detailed checklist than the above. Let us help you …
Settling into your new home involves more than flopping in a comfy chair, or popping champagne corks. But, once you clear the moving boxes and begin thinking about eating something besides delivery pizza, take a few minutes to print out or share this list. These tasks will help you get to …
Done with cold, snow and de-icing routines? The Sunshine State is calling your name. You’ll have an easier time enduring the coldest months of the year with a move south. Whether it’s as a seasonal or full-time resident, spending a winter in Florida can feel like a generous indulgence. The cooler …