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The Dalton at Parkland Preserve

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 27, 2022

The Dalton is a floorplan available in the community of Parkland Preserve at World Golf Village, just south of Jacksonville, FL. You get a pretty good bang for your buck in this area, and that’s clear looking at this home which gives you 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage starting in the $280k’s … Continue Reading » about The Dalton at Parkland Preserve

The Villages vs. On Top of the World

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: April 12, 2025

Of all the community comparison articles I’ve written, this is probably the one people have focused on the most. Some people describe On Top of the World in Ocala as a miniature version of The Villages, and that’s a fairly good description. “The Villages Light” if you wish. I think that most people living in … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. On Top of the World

Can You Still Find a Florida Waterfront Home For Under $300k?

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: June 9, 2020

A reader named Al asks: I want to buy a house preferably on the water, but I’d consider close to the water. Is there a town where a person can still buy a waterfront home say for under 300k? And I mean a home where I could get to the ocean. Not some man made … Continue Reading » about Can You Still Find a Florida Waterfront Home For Under $300k?

Discover Venetian Bay in New Smyrna Beach, FL

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: May 6, 2023

Venetian Bay is unique in that it represents not one home, but an epic “Community” of homes and the splendid lifestyle that goes with it. Whether you are buying your first home or your dream home Venetian Bay has something to offer everyone. Perfectly situated in Central Florida’s favorite beach town, New Smyrna Beach, Venetian … Continue Reading » about Discover Venetian Bay in New Smyrna Beach, FL

The Villages vs. Tradition

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: February 16, 2024

Tradition is a large Master-Planned community on the east coast of Florida and though it is not as big as The Villages, it will be one of the biggest in the state. While it’s not exclusively an active adult community, there are 55+ options in Tradition like Del Webb Tradition, Vitalia at Tradition, and others … Continue Reading » about The Villages vs. Tradition

The Osprey in Valencia Grove at Riverland

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: July 19, 2022

Valencia Grove at Riverland, a 55 plus community in Port St. Lucie, is one of the newest 55+ communities in all of Florida, and they offer 20 different models that range in size from just 1,300 sq. ft. to more than 3,300 sq. ft. One of the ones I like the best is called “The … Continue Reading » about The Osprey in Valencia Grove at Riverland

The Bristol at Valencia Bonita

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: January 8, 2024

The Bristol is 2-bedroom, 2 bathroom attached villa at Valencia Bonita 55+ community in Bonita Springs, which sits about halfway between Fort Myers and Naples on the west coast of Florida. It also has an office/den which could also be turned into a 3rd bedroom if you wanted. I’ve talked about my love of the … Continue Reading » about The Bristol at Valencia Bonita

Things to Do in Florida: November 2019

by Andrew Selby | Updated: November 1, 2019

We are winding our way down to the end of 2019, but that isn’t going to stop the cities and towns all over Florida from packing their calendars with all kinds of unique events and festivals to keep residents busy here in the Sunshine State! No matter what part of the state you call home, … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: November 2019

The Livingston at On Top of the World

by Ryan Erisman | Updated: November 29, 2024

The Livingston is 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom home at On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, that also includes a flex room, and a 2-car garage plus enough extra space for your golf cart. Want to see all of the other great floorplans available at On Top of the World? Get Information from On … Continue Reading » about The Livingston at On Top of the World

Things to Do in Florida: October 2019

by Andrew Selby | Updated: October 4, 2019

It may be the month of October, but unlike the rest of the country, that doesn’t mean that the weather is going to be getting chilly here in Florida.  In fact, we are planning to enjoy warm weather and outdoor festivals filled with amazing art, delicious food, classic blues music, and all kinds of different … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: October 2019

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