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The Diamond at Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 19, 2023

One of the models that were built at 55+ community Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach is called the Diamond. It has 2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, an office/hobby room, a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 2-Car Garage. Let’s go inside and take a look! Here’s a look at how the floorplan comes … Continue Reading » about The Diamond at Valencia Sound in Boynton Beach

Is Disney Planning a Central Florida 55+ Community?

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 29, 2023

In August of 2021 I wrote here that The Walt Disney Company was in talks with Tavistock Development Company to partner on an age-restricted community in Tavistock’s Sunbridge development near Orlando. The odds of a Disney 55+ community in Florida improved significantly in February 2022 when Disney announced “Storyliving”, communities envisioned as enriching enclaves where “The Disney Touch” is … Continue Reading » about Is Disney Planning a Central Florida 55+ Community?

Cost of Living in Florida – 20+ Popular Places Ranked

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 20, 2024

One thing on almost everyone’s mind when they move to Florida is what the cost of living is like here. While the cost of living should not be the only thing you think about when deciding where to live, it can play an important role in that decision. For this article, I’ve examined the cost … Continue Reading » about Cost of Living in Florida – 20+ Popular Places Ranked

WaterSong at RiverTown Retirement Guide

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 27, 2025

WaterSong at RiverTown is a 55+ community in Northeast Florida. Situated almost equidistant between Jacksonville and St. Augustine, the RiverTown master-planned community is located along the banks of the St. John’s River, pictured above. Like most master-planned communities, there are multiple neighborhoods within RiverTown, and WaterSong is the only one right now that is designated … Continue Reading » about WaterSong at RiverTown Retirement Guide

The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 30, 2021

As you might know, the Florida real estate market has been going gangbusters so far this year. There are a couple of real estate consulting companies that track sales and compile annual lists of the top selling communities, and one of them, RCLCO, also does a “Mid-Year” list. Below are 5 of the 13 Florida … Continue Reading » about The 5 Best-Selling Florida Communities So Far in 2021

The Perfect Overview of Latitude Margaritaville Watersound

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 22, 2023

More so than any other video I’ve seen about the project to date, this video about Latitude Margaritaville Watersound in the Florida Panhandle provides a terrific overview of what life will be like for future residents: If you’ve been following along I’ve previously shared a complete guide to Latitude Margaritaville Watersound community, as well as … Continue Reading » about The Perfect Overview of Latitude Margaritaville Watersound

Matanzas Lakes – A Small 55+ Community in Palm Coast, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 25, 2022

Amidst all the Del Webb’s, Latitude Margaritaville’s, and The Villages of the world…well-known communities you’ve likely heard about with thousands of homes and multiple exciting amenities…there exists a small subset of communities being developed that are on a far less grand scale, but for the right person, might contain massive appeal. One such community I … Continue Reading » about Matanzas Lakes – A Small 55+ Community in Palm Coast, FL

The Bella at Valencia Del Sol

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 23, 2024

Located in the gated, Tampa area 55+ community of Valencia Del Sol, The Bella is a 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom home with the addition of a Den/Office space. Other features include a Great Room, a Screened and Covered Patio, and a 2-Car Garage. It has 1,492 sq. ft.of living area, and 2,088 sq. ft. of … Continue Reading » about The Bella at Valencia Del Sol

36 of the Best Beaches in Florida

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: March 22, 2025

Ready for a beach day? Well grab your beach bag and some flip-flops because we’re about to travel around the coast of Florida, highlighting some of the best beaches in the state. While some of the beaches listed below are their own individual spots, other locations I’ve listed have multiple beaches to explore which you … Continue Reading » about 36 of the Best Beaches in Florida

The Ultimate Guide to WaterSound Florida

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: December 22, 2023

WaterSound is a master-planned community on Florida’s Gulf Coast that you are going to hear A LOT about in the coming years. That’s because it is the 3rd Latitude Margaritaville location, behind Daytona Beach (1st location) and Hilton Head (2nd location). While you might be hearing about Watersound for the first time because Latitude Margaritaville … Continue Reading » about The Ultimate Guide to WaterSound Florida

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