1. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, Florida’s coastal waters are entirely free of red tide algal blooms. The state has been dealing with the effects of red tide since October of 2017. – Miami Herald 2. 2017 tax law changes capping a deduction for state and local taxes at $10,000, is … Continue Reading » about Red Tide Gone / Sunscreen Ban / Florida’s Largest Winery
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The Santini in Esplanade at Highland Ranch
The Santini is a 2 Bed + Den, 2.5 Bath, 2-Car Garage home available in Esplanade at Highland Ranch, a resort style 55+ community in Clermont (Central Florida). With just over 2,200 sq. ft. of living area, the Santini is in just about the middle of the road as far as sizes of homes that … Continue Reading » about The Santini in Esplanade at Highland Ranch
Things to Do in Florida: February 2019
February is going to be a big month to get out and experience all that there is to see and do across the state of Florida. Whether you are looking for arts festivals, food experiences, great music, or a chance to get close to nature, we have got you covered with all of the best … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: February 2019
Retirement in Lakeland, FL
Located right off of I-4 about 40 minutes east of Tampa and around an hour southwest of Orlando, Lakeland is a unique destination that combines a historic “Old Florida” feel with some modern accents. Whether you are drawn to the local history and world-famous architecture, the spring training baseball, or the outstanding collection of shopping … Continue Reading » about Retirement in Lakeland, FL
The Columbia at Valencia Del Sol
Longtime readers know of my affection towards townhouses or “paired villas” as some communities call them. Part of this is due to the fact that they are just so darn convenient, and allow you to really just lock the door and leave to go travel or visit friends and family, without having to worry about … Continue Reading » about The Columbia at Valencia Del Sol
Things to Do in Florida: January 2019
The new year has arrived, and we expect it to be filled with all kinds of fun and excitement. And there is never a shortage of either here in Florida with all of the fun activities and events happening all over the Sunshine State. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy all … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: January 2019
48 Hours in St. Augustine
Known for being the oldest city in the United States, almost everything you will find in St. Augustine revolves around the city’s rich history. But there is much more to be explored in this famous North Florida town. In addition to having a rich history, St. Augustine is also home to fabulous beaches, outstanding dining, … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in St. Augustine
Top 5 Articles of 2018
Each year we like to take a look back at our website stats to see which articles seem to be resonating most with our readers. This helps us plan out our content calendar for the coming year and helps us to try and put out more of the content that our readers are actually interested … Continue Reading » about Top 5 Articles of 2018
Have Alexa Run Your New Home at On Top of the World
Smart homes are all the rage right now, and our friends at On Top of the World are responding by equipping each of their new homes with an entire suite of products that will be installed, activated, and supported by Amazon. In addition to purchasing an amazing home in one of the best retirement communities in … Continue Reading » about Have Alexa Run Your New Home at On Top of the World
48 Hours in Port St. Lucie
Located right in the heart of Florida’s “Treasure Coast,” Port St. Lucie is best known for being the Spring Training home of the New York Mets. It is also a popular golf destination thanks to the world-class PGA Village Resort. But there is much more to Port St. Lucie than golf and baseball. This small-town … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Port St. Lucie