Category: Buying a Home
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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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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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New Home Checklist: What to Buy For Your Florida Home
Buying or moving into a new home is an exciting milestone. It’s also a time of non-stop stress and exhaustion. One way to mitigate the moving woes is to do your research in advance — and I’m not just talking about scouring property listings or housing market reports. It’s important to consult a new home…
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The Ultimate Estero Home Buying Guide — For Anyone Dreaming of Paradise
A lot goes into buying a home — especially in Southwest Florida. Even experienced homebuyers find themselves juggling new terms like CDD, NHD, and other acronyms that make learning Latin seem like a breeze. As someone who’s been through the process, I know how easy it is to make mistakes. If only I could go…
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So You Bought a House in Southwest Florida, Now What?
You’ve officially made the move to Southwest Florida, and you’re ready to dive headfirst into your resort-style swimming pool. Only…there’s still some things on your to-do list. Before you get out the margaritas and suntan lotion, you need to get acquainted with life in Southwest Florida. Living in vacationland is nothing like living up North,…
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Yes, There Are Dangerous Wild Animals in Florida (And That’s a Good Thing)
I know what you’re thinking. I’ve officially lost my mind. Who on earth would think that dangerous wild animals in Florida is a good thing? Me, I guess. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Jessica. I live in Verdana Village in Estero. I have the great joy of waking up every morning and…
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What to Know About HOA & CDD Fees in Florida
Even those of us who live in single-family homes in Florida find ourselves navigating the murky waters of HOA and CDD fees. Gated communities come with lots of great services and amenities, and let’s just say they don’t pay for themselves. Just remember, every community in Florida is different. Consider this guide nothing but a…