EPCOT International Festival of the Arts, A Must Do for Local Disney Art Lovers
Living in Florida means being close enough to experience EPCOT Festivals all year long. The Festival of the Arts is
Expert Insights on the 2022 Housing Market
As we move into 2022, both buyers and sellers are wondering, what’s next? Will there be more homes available to buy? Will prices keep
Staying Connected After Moving Away From Family and Friends
For many of us who have moved or plan to move to Florida, we are leaving behind family and friends.
Four Things Disney Fans Should Know Before Moving to Orlando
For many Disney fans, moving to Orlando is a dream. After countless vacations, the thought of living on Disney’s doorstep
Exploring Florida’s Favorite Beaches
Aside from the parks, Florida is home to some amazing beaches. Regardless if you’re looking for something family-friendly, dog-friendly, or
Key Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage
Once you’ve found your dream home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in mind
The Dream of Living Near Disney May Be Further Out Than You Think
Let’s face it, for the past year or longer, home prices have only increased. I’m not even sure increase is
Homes with NO HOA!! January 2022
It’s everyone’s wish (well, almost everyone) – a home with no HOA fees. If you’re not familiar, HOA stands for
A Case for Locals Visiting Universal Orlando Over Disney
Moving closer to the magic of Disney has been a long term dream for many. However, loving Disney and being
Two Key Strategies as a Buyer in Today’s Market
The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess
Where to Live for Views of Disney Fireworks
With the exciting return of Disney fireworks, the Central Florida skies are once again lighting up nightly. For some residents,
Own Pets? Here are Five Things to Consider for Your Florida Home Purchase.
For many of us with furry family members, your next home purchase might be just as much about finding what
Pool Homes for Sale Near Disney World- December 2021
Everyone wants a pool. Well, maybe not everyone, but it’s a comment we hear a lot from our clients. The thought of buying a home in Orlando and having a pool to enjoy year-round is a tempting thought.
Builder Highlights: Dream Finder Homes
So, here we are. My number one preferred builder: Dream Finders. I will start by saying they do have one
Five Things Northerners Should Not Bring to Live in Florida
As someone who recently moved to The Sunshine State from the northern panhandle of West Virginia (near Pittsburgh), there was
Buying a Home May Get Easier for Some As FHFA Raises Loan Limits for 2022
Since the pandemic began, Americans have reevaluated the meaning of the word home. That’s led some renters to realize the many
Homes near Disney World under $350k – December 2021
Here’s a few homes within 15 miles of Walt Disney World that are under $350k!!
Builder Highlights: Hanover Family Builders
Hanover Family Builders is a local builder. They are not a cross-country builder like most of the builders I have
Buying a Home is Not Just a Financial Decision, It’s a Lifestyle Decision
There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership. But, the gratitude, security, pride, and comfort we get from owning a home are
When Will Disney Sell Annual Passes Again?
Last week, we learned that Walt Disney World has paused the sales of select Annual Passes. For many in the
Builder Highlights: Taylor Morrison
Welcome to our Builder Highlights Series by Moving to Orlando REALTOR®, Ruben Colon Full disclosure, this builder used to be
10 Experiences in Orlando Besides Theme Parks: Part II
If you’re moving to the Theme Park Capital of the World, you are probably like us and enjoy spending time
Home Sales About To Surge? We May See a Winter Like Never Before.
Like most industries, residential real estate has a seasonality to it. For example, toy stores sell more toys in October,
Five Disney Quick Service Restaurants Locals Should Try
Let’s face it, as locals you are probably not going to be hitting up signature dining or even table service
Builder Highlights: Pulte Homes and Del Webb
Welcome to our Builder Highlights Series by Moving to Orlando REALTOR®, Ruben Colon There are plenty of different builders in
Celebrating the Holiday Season in Central Florida
Just like with fall and Halloween, the holiday season in Orlando is nothing short of exciting. There is so much
Looking To Move? It Could Be Time To Build Your Dream Home.
While today’s supply of homes for sale is still low, the number of newly built homes is increasing. If you’re ready to sell but have
Results: Local’s Favorite EPCOT Festival
A while back, we had polled locals to find out which Disney World theme park was there favorite. The results
There Are More Homes Available Now than There Were This Spring
There’s a lot of talk lately about how challenging it can be to find a home to buy. While housing
Five Disney Adjacent Restaurants For Your Next Special Occasion
A few weeks ago, we covered five Disney restaurants that locals should try. We thought it would be fun to
Analyst Who Predicted Current Real Estate Boom is Forecasting Home Prices to Continue Rising
Many have been holding out hope for the recent market boom to cool down. Some have even began to notice
MICHELIN Guide Chooses Orlando, Tampa, and Miami to Begin Awarding Stars
MICHELIN Guide has announced it will begin awarding stars here in Florida. In conjunction with Visit Florida, the first ever
Home Equity Expected to Rise Significantly Over the Next Five Years
If you have been considering buying a home, now might be the perfect time. I came across an interesting graphic
10 Experiences in Orlando Besides Theme Parks: Part I
If you’re moving to the Theme Park Capital of the World, you are probably like us and enjoy spending time
Don’t Wait for a Lower Mortgage Rate – It Could Cost You
Today’s housing market is truly one for the record books. Over the past year, we’ve seen the lowest mortgage rates
Guide to Disney Annual Passholder Dining Discounts
Being a local and a passholder at Disney means we get to take advantage of the Annual Passholder discounts more
As Home Equity Rises, So Does Your Wealth
Homeownership is still a crucial part of the American dream. For those people who own a home (and those looking to buy
Locals, Let Us Know Your Favorite EPCOT Festival!
We love learning about our Florida locals. It’s fun to know what they love about living close to The Most
Is the Number of Homes for Sale Growing?
An important metric in today’s residential real estate market is the number of homes available for sale. The shortage of
Orlando Median Home Prices Drop For the First Time in Nearly a Year
In an article published by the Orlando Sentinel yesterday, we learn that for the first time since October 2020, the
Exploring Universal Orlando Annual Pass Options for Florida Residents
Disney World isn’t the only park that offers Florida residents the ability to enjoy experiencing the its parks week after
Five Disney World Restaurants Locals Should Try
Let’s explore five Disney World restaurants locals should try.
111,285 Reasons You Should Buy a Home This Year
The financial benefits of buying a home versus renting one are always up for debate. However, one element of the
Disney Local’s Favorite Park: The Results
Last week, we polled Orlando locals to see which Disney World park was their favorite. While we had a good
What You Can Do Right Now To Prepare for Homeownership
As rent prices continue to soar, many renters want to know what they can do to get ready for homeownership.
Free and Cheap Things to Do At Disney World
As prices continue to rise, you might be wondering how to enjoy a day at Disney World for less. Surprisingly,
Calling All Disney World Locals, We Want to Know Your Favorite Park!
Whether you have grown up or relocated near The Most Magical Place on Earth, we want to know your opinion.
Is a 20% Down Payment Really Necessary To Purchase a Home?
There’s a common misconception that, as a homebuyer, you need to come up with 20% of the total sale price
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