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When is the Best Time to Buy or Sell Real Estate in Central Florida?

As the housing market begins to improve around the country, more and more people will be wondering when they should put their homes on the market. Timing is everything in real estate.

It’s important to buy and sell a house in the right year, and it’s important to choose the right time of year. When it comes to sales and resales, as well as listing a home, it’s great to put a house on the market during the springtime. The exact month may not make that much of a difference, but selling a home in late spring may be particularly advantageous.
Anyone trying to make a successful sale needs to see things from the perspective of the buyers.A number of people will be looking into central FL real estate specifically because they’re looking for a place in an area with beautiful weather.

Spring is the perfect time to attract people from New England or the Midwest that still have fresh memories of the drudgery of winter weather.

People from these areas will often schedule summer moves, regardless of whether or not they have children.
Buyers around the country are also getting the message that the present may be the time to purchase a home. Central FL real estate can offer buyers favorable price and mortgage statistics, which are going to attract plenty of attention all over the country. Many people today are still moving for the sake of trying to secure stable long-term employment. The job opportunities in Central Florida are particularly good compared to what buyers can expect to find in many other areas, particularly for people that work in healthcare or technology. People looking to change jobs and start over will often do it in the springtime as well, which is all the more reason that selling a home during the spring can be beneficial for both parties.

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Tips for Using and Choosing Bold and Bright Paint Colors

Spring has sprung and I know many of us are looking for ways to bring in color and today I wanted to show you how you can add subtle pops of color in areas throughout a home.

One of the best spots in a home to dip your toes in the bold and bright waters is to paint the front door. The front door is such a great spot to try a bold color because its not a big commitment and it does so much for curb appeal (it can also be easily changed):
A great way to test out a color is to paint two poster boards using a small sample pot of color and tape them to your front door. Whenever you are test sampling a higher pigmented color, be sure and paint at least three coats on your sample board to see the true color. Once you tape your poster boards to your door, head out to your curb and see what you think.
Another easy way to add a subtle pop of color is on an accent wall somewhere in your home:
Again, a small accent wall is not a big commitment and you can change it any time. I also suggest testing out colors using poster boards to make sure you will like color. Read the full article at Remodelaholic.com

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Living a Healthy Lifestyle

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Living a healthy and active lifestyle is everyone’s dream. Unfortunately, most people do not know how to adopt such a lifestyle. So, what are the benefits of living an active lifestyle? There are hundreds if not thousands of different benefits that can be derived from this lifestyle. For example, it can improve one’s healthy, boost immune system as well as help drop harmful vices or habits.
For today, we look at how you can start living a healthy and active lifestyle.

Maintain a balanced diet:

Your health is determined by the type of foods that you eat. Based on this fact, it is recommendable to maintain a balanced diet everyday by consuming food that are rich in vadous nutrients such as vitamins, minerals, carbohydrates, proteins and fats. If possible, go for foodstuffs that are organically produced as they are more nutritious and safe as compared to foods that are grown using conventional agricultural methods.

Indulge in physical activities:

This is no doubt one of the sure ways of living an active lifestyle. Physical exercises help to ensure that your body weight does not exceed the recommended as well as strengthen body muscles and joints. Examples of physical exercises that can keep you fit include Yoga, Swimming, Jogging, Weight Lifting, Salsa and many more. Such activities can be easily available to you via active adult communities. There you will find other people who share like interests, and who will push to to help meet your goals.

Community Involvement:

Take part in various community events that are held in your locality. Some activities such as tree planting will not only flex your muscles but also furnish you with information on how to take care of the planet for the benefit of the current and future generations. Joining groups who simply do things together is important to fulfill the social and esteem needs.
Living a healthy and active lifestyle will surely revamp your energy levels in your body and boost your productivity. Being surrounded by the right environment is key to reaching a your goal of living a healthy lifestyle.

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Good reasons a retirement community might be right for you

Retirement can be a very exciting time in one’s life. Being retired means that you no longer have to deal with the stress of working, finally you have escaped the rat race for good. You can just relax and do the things you couldn’t do before because you were tied down by your job. But being retired doesn’t mean that you have to become inactive.

Being Healthy: Mind & Body

A great option that many people are now deciding to explore is active adult living communities. Moving into one of these communities can be very beneficial in several ways. Being around people your same age will increase the chances that you will have things in common. This will help to keep you healthy both mentally and physically. Being active is a good way to live a happy and long life.

Make New Friends

Being in a community of likeminded people allows you to share interests. Making new friends is a great way to broaden your outlook on the world and find new exciting things to try. Living in an active adult living community is a lifestyle that is full of possibilities. Can you imagine the fun things that you and your new friends could do together? Dancing, going to dinner or to the movies and sharing hobbies are just a few of the things that people in adult communities do together.

Feel Secure

Another great reason to choose an active living community is the amount of security that it provides. The old saying that there is safety in numbers is true. In this type of community everyone looks out for one another. These tight net little communities have very low crime rates compared to a traditional neighborhood. This means that you don’t have to worry about break ins or other violent crimes as much. A sense of security is a vital part of being happy.
There are many adult living communities around the country and buying real estate is really easy and very affordable. Selling your traditional home and purchasing real estate inside of an adult community can save you lots of money. Selling your larger home and moving into a smaller unit makes perfect sense. Not only does it save you money on things like property taxes but your electric bill will be much less. Keeping a large home clean is another burden that you are not going to deal, if you move into a smaller place and it’s easy to manage.
So if you are nearing retirement, you may want to think about moving into one of these wonderful communities. Changing your lifestyle can be a fun and rewarding experience.

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Solivita Discovery Days!

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Guided tours of the community and model homes
Complimentary dinner with host family
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*$1,500 credit will be issued to buyers who contract for a new home during their Discovery Days visit during 06/01-8/31/2018. Credit will be applied at closing. Must close by 12/27/2018. **Discovery Days package of $149 plus tax to be paid upfront and includes 2 nights in a fully furnished guest home in Solivita and $199 plus tax to be paid upfront and includes 2 nights at a local partner hotel plus a dinner voucher for $40 for select venues at Vitalia. Guided tours of the community and model homes, complimentary dinner with host family and full access to amenities and events during your stay. Developer may change home design, materials, amenities, method of construction, prices, promotions and features without notice. Availability subject to change. Plans, illustrations, photographs and other depictions may contain options and features which are not standard and may not be available on all models, model types or homes. Map is conceptual, not to scale, for relative location purposes only and not a full description of the area. There is a 72 hour cancellation policy. This promotion is a solicitation for the sale of interests in homes in any AV Homes Florida Active Adult community and is intended to promote the sale of new homes, and you may be required to attend a sales presentation. Pursuant to the Fair Housing Act, this housing is intended for occupancy by at least one person 55 years of age or older per home, although the occupants of a limited number of the homes may be younger, but no one under 18 years of age may be in permanent residence. This material shall not constitute a valid offer in any state where prior registration is required or if void by law. See AVHomesInc.com/terms-conditions/ for the full list of restrictions and disclosures. AV Homes™, Solivita™ and Vitalia™ are exclusive trademarks of Avatar Properties, Inc. d/b/a AV Homes, Inc. and cannot be copied or used without permission. ©2018 AV Homes, Inc. All rights reserved. CBC#s: 1260030 & 1254089

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How to Install Fiberglass Gutters

Spring is here! Is it time to replace your gutters?
The right gutters can give your home a nice aesthetic upgrade without sacrificing functionality and quality. These factory-molded gutters by The Fiberglass Gutter Company look just like traditional wood, but they’ll never leak, rot, or need paint.
Find out How To Install Fiberglass Gutters, and if these gutters are the right kind for you.

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Making The Most of Active Adult Living

If you have children there is going to be a time when you are going to be faced with the “Empty Nest Syndrome”. This is when your lifestyle really begins to undergo changes that are going to make you reconsider how you will be spending the rest of your life. Some individuals feel that all that is left is to while away the hours in a rocker on their front porch. This is a common misconception about the Golden Years.
During their senior years many people wonder if they will continue to experience the freedom and rewards that active adult living affords them. When you are still active and healthy there are going to be a number of goals that you want to achieve. Becoming an inactive recluse is not going to be one of your personal goals.
You still have to accept the reality of the changes that have occurred in your life. Over the course of time children leave home, friends may relocate to other areas of the country and that wonderful family home may become too challenging to maintain. Even that much-loved home seems to be too big and empty.
You might even have a home that is located some distance away from doctors, stores and shopping malls. You start wondering if you should make that move to a place which has a more convenient location. What you do not want is to lose any of your freedom to live your life on your own terms.
Those home maintenance tasks such as repairing a door, replacing floor tiles or mowing the lawn can be overwhelming to individuals who have reached retirement age. Even the routine cleaning of a large family residence can prove problematic. In many instances there are basement stairs or multiple living levels that add to the challenge of dusting, vacuuming and waxing the floors.
Downsizing can be a solution but then you have to wonder what type of real estate purchase is going to best suit the needs and financial budget of active seniors. The changing lifestyle of older individuals means that they now have to consider their personal needs as being a top priority. Instead of searching for a good school district they have other features that they should place at the top of their list.
With retirement comes time to enjoy a quality life that is centered on your personal hobbies, interests and desires. If you have always wanted to spend time relaxing at the beach then why not search for an adult community that offers homes near an ocean or lake? You can find a number of retirement properties that feature spectacular views and scenic landscapes. Some also include additional features such as golf courses, tennis courts and walking trails.
The major difference is that these homes and apartments are designed to accommodate couples instead of families. The living space has been scaled back so comfort and convenience are highlighted. Residents can spend their time indulging in sports and other community activities instead of worrying about home maintenance or yard-work.
You will not have to give up your independence when you choose to live in a community that embraces every aspect of active adult living. The only things you will be giving up are the mundane chores and time-consuming work so often associated with traditional home ownership. Why not discover the many benefits that an active senior lifestyle has to offer by visiting an upscale retirement property today?

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Home-Equity Loans: What You Need To Know

Home Equity Loans, commonly referred to as HELs, can be your best friend or your worst enemy depending on how wisely you manage them. Just like any other major decision, you should consider the Pros and Cons of each type of HEL. There are benefits for consumers and benefits for lenders. Understanding how those benefits will affect you is important before diving into a Home Equity Loan.
Read More At: Investopedia.COM.