Beautiful Boca Raton is a vibrant city on Florida’s southeastern coast. Fringed by white sand beaches and featuring multiple golf courses, art galleries, boutique shops, and restaurants, it’s easy to see why so many people choose to make Boca a part-time or full-time home. 

If you’ve never been to Boca Raton before, you’re in for a treat because this beachfront community has something for everyone. These are just a few Boca Raton highlights that will keep you coming back for more. 

Warm, Tropical Weather

Boca Raton enjoys a tropical climate, so the weather is warm year-round. The average temperature is about 75 degrees. Winters in Boca Raton are usually sunny and mild, while the summers can be hot and humid with frequent rains. Many people…

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Taking a photo of a staged home on a camera phone

Spring is a great time to sell a home because people tend to be in an optimistic mood with temperatures warming up and the days getting longer. That’s good news for home sellers, but you’ll still want to make sure your home stands out from the competition.

If you’re planning on selling your Florida home in the spring, there are a few things you can do to make sure the process goes smoothly and to set yourself up for success. These are some tips on preparing your home for a spring sale.

Declutter Your Home

You only get one chance to make a first impression on potential home buyers, so it needs to be a good one. A messy, cluttered home can turn buyers off and prevent them from envisioning themselves and their belongings in the space. Clear out…

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Historic city hall in Winter Garden, Florida

Over the past few years, many people have been making the move to small cities and towns where the pace of life is more relaxed than in big urban centers. Winter Garden has become particularly popular with home buyers.

Located just 20 minutes from downtown Orlando on the southern edge of Lake Apopka, Winter Garden has plenty to offer residents of all ages. These are just a few reasons why locals love living in Winter Garden.

Small-town Charm

Winter Garden may be a city, but it has a real small-town atmosphere. Plant Street is the main thoroughfare and home to many historic buildings that have been converted into locally-owned boutiques and eateries. The Saturday Farmer’s Market is another way to shop local and meet members of the community. 

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  Home Buying Trends expected for 2021

 

2020 has been an interesting year for most home sellers and buyers. We have had to make many adjustments to find balance in our lives and discover how to live with Covid-19. The past 5 months have given us an opportunity to think of our own shifts in lifestyles, how we entertain, where we want to live, and what we need to create our Home Sweet Home. 

  Homebuyers are pushing aside their old list of must-haves to include new priorities from additional office space, larger outdoor living spaces, and even trends that include more in-home meal prep, rec-rooms, and even in home theaters. A shift has also included more home space with an emphasis on in-home office space for remote working and for the…

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4 WAYS THE REAL ESTATE MARKET WILL REMAIN STRONG THROUGH ELECTION SEASON

 

1. Demand is strong among millennials. The nation's largest generation was slow to enter the home buying market. But, they now account for OVER half of new mortgage loans. At the end of July 2019, millennials made up 38% of home buyers. 

 

2. Mortgage rates are historically low and expected to remain low through 2021. 

 

3. Prices continue to appreciate. We are continuing to see a low supply of resale homes on the market. 

 

4. History says so... The market will slow slightly in November during a presidential election, but the pace returns quickly. 

 

The housing market has withstood the pandemic challenges and will continue to remain strong. Don't…

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Fall Home Decor on a Budget

 

Fall brings with it a variety of senses. Pumpkin Spice Latte flavored coffee, cinnamon scented candles, cooler air are welcoming us into one of our favorite seasons. But, the pressures to run out to the store and start accumulating decor can take their toll. What shall I do this year? Keeping up with the trends and changing the home throughout the seasons can add stress and a real dent in your wallet. However, there are some ways to make your home feel new and bring some of the fall color into your decor. And, it doesn't have to cost you a fortune to do it. 

First, think it through. Those tempting aisles and the endless rows of decor in the…

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Prepping Your Florida Home For Hurricane Season

 

  Floridians are no strangers to preparation for hurricane season. From June to December, hurricanes can bring storm-surges, wind, and flooding, which cause much damage to those directly in the path of the storm, and even the storms in the outer bands. Torrential rain and winds can ruin your fresh landscaping, roof, and even the pool screen! 

Aside from the fully prepped Emergency Kit (check Publix, Walgreens, CVS) you also need to make sure your trees and shrubs are trimmed. By maintaining your landscaping before storm season, you can prevent flying debris, losing limbs and even toppling trees. If a tree is too top heavy, the rains can cause the tree to uproot. A trimmed tree, with lower…

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Winter Garden is calling you home... 

Rich in Florida history this quaint, lakeside community is located just west of the city of Orlando and nestled South of Lake Apopka. Residents and visitors boast its great resurgence of historical Plant St. with its tree-lined, cobblestone streets adorned with top-rated fine dining restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, boutiques, and home to one of the South's most popular Farmer's Markets, all this along the 22-mile West Orange Trail. If retail therapy is on your to-do list you can browse the boutiques and specialty shops, or sit on a bench along the tree-lined sidewalks with your favorite coffee, tea, or ice cream treat. Residents enjoy their close proximity to Plant Street, family-oriented events, and golf cart…

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Despite the economic impact of the coronavirus, the housing market is remaining strong. Driven by low-interest rates, there are still buyers actively looking for homes. The Real Estate industry is continuing to pivot further into the digital world through innovative technology. Buyers are purchasing homes sight unseen, agents are hosting virtual open houses, and mobile notaries are being used for closings. We've compiled a simple guide to selling your home during a pandemic. 

Safe Showings

It's important to ask your real estate agent what guidelines they have in place for scheduling showings for your home. Will they be providing masks and gloves? Will they be limiting the number of people who can attend showings? Our team works directly with our…

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Teacher Appreciation Week 

We're thanking our wonderful teachers for all the work they do. Especially in times of uncertainty, we feel blessed to have so many talented teachers on our team. Every year, we give back thousands to our educators through our Yellow Ribbon program. Nationwide our schools have transitioned to online learning for the remainder of the year. Many parents have transitioned to a "teacher" role in their home and are quickly learning just how hard it is to teach. 

Social distancing has changed the usual means of "thank you". So here are a few ways to virtually thank a teacher.  

 Send an e-gift card

Despite the current shopping restrictions, a gift card directly to a teacher's inbox will still put a smile on their face!…

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