Author: Jessica
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The Best Perks of Gated Communities in Southwest Florida
Before I began visiting my parents in Southwest Florida, I thought gated communities were for celebrities and tech billionaires. After all, even my most successful friends up north don’t live behind a gate. But Florida is a whole different ecosystem. If you look at this map of Estero below, you’ll see 4 gated communities lined…
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5 Interesting Facts About the Village of Estero That You Need to Know
It takes a long time to really get to know a city. If you’re like me, first you want to know all of the best restaurants. After a while, you start to wonder about zoning districts and future restaurants. And the more you get to know your new hometown, the more you wonder about its…
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Popular Down Payment Options for First-Time Home Buyers in Florida
When most people think of Florida, they imagine retirement central. Homes are bought in cash, and bingo is as prolific as sunblock. But more and more first-time home buyers are looking to move the Sunshine State – particularly Southwest Florida. After all, there’s plenty of appeal here for growing families. The Village of Estero, especially,…
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Everything You Need to Know About Estero Real Estate
A lot goes into buying or selling a home. In Estero, you can times that by a thousand. For people who are relocating from up north, the Florida real estate market can feel like a rollercoaster ride with a few gators thrown in. Even locals find themselves scratching their heads when it comes to buying…
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How to Be a Good Neighbor in a Gated Community
Imagine living in a resort-style community. You get to play pickleball whenever you want. You can wine and dine with all of your neighbors at the community restaurant. Sounds too good to be true, right? In a way, it is. While resort-style living can often feel like college all over again, it can just as…
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The Best Birthday Party Venues for Adults in Estero, FL
There’s no need to schlep all the way to Naples or downtown Fort Myers to celebrate another year around the sun. Whether you’re looking for a fun activity to do with friends or a picture-perfect setting, you’ll find great birthday party venues for adults right here in Estero, Florida. While I didn’t include individual gated…
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Discover Verdana Village, Estero’s Hottest New Community
If you pull off the I-75 and head east on Corkscrew Road, the scene starts to change. The concrete and strip malls give way to live oaks and slash pines. If you keep going, you soon find yourself on a two-lane road. The road rises for a moment, and you wonder if a panther is…
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New Construction Homes in Florida: Everything You Need to Know
When my husband and I put down our initial payment for a brand new house in Estero, we were over the moon. A brand new house! What could be better? Our home would be new and shiny. Everything would be up-to-date and adhere to the latest construction codes and regulations. Best of all, we’d have…
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The Ultimate Guide to the Best Kids Activities in Estero, Florida
Are you a parent who’s just moved to Estero, Florida? You might have come here for the great weather and low taxes, but there’s even more perks around the corner. As you’ll soon find out, Estero is a great place to raise a family. There’s so many fun activities to do, and the great weather…
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Discover the Best Things to do in Southwest Florida: Ultimate Bucket List Ideas
There’s so much to do in Southwest Florida. You could easily spend every day of your life exploring the incredible restaurants, state parks, and shopping centers. Of course, if you’re like me, you also want to spend most of your life playing pickleball. So for the sake of a well-balanced lifestyle, I’ve narrowed down the…