Florida is consistently ranked by Kiplinger.com as one of the Top Ten most tax-friendly states for retirees. Let’s take a closer look at the reasons why. Florida State Sales Tax Florida has a reasonable state sales tax of 6%. It’s also important to note that food (with the exception of food to be eaten immediately … Continue Reading » about Florida is One of Kiplinger’s Most Tax-Friendly States for Retirement
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Retirement in Jupiter, FL
The Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum is a major landmark and popular tourist attraction. Image via Kimo Homes in Jupiter, FL are always in demand because the weather is great year round and there is plenty of waterfront property. The beach resort town has become a popular vacation destination and many snowbirds purchase homes to … Continue Reading » about Retirement in Jupiter, FL
Cape Coral, Clermont, Largo and The Villages Make Forbes Best Places to Retire List
Four Florida cities made this year’s Forbes List of the Top 25 Best Places to Retire List, up from just two cities last year. Cape Coral made a return appearance on the list and is joined by Clermont, Largo, and The Villages. The list is comprised of 25 places across the country, but their order … Continue Reading » about Cape Coral, Clermont, Largo and The Villages Make Forbes Best Places to Retire List
Understanding Florida Lot Premiums
Lot premiums are an additional charge that home builders and developers tack on to the price of a new home depending on where in the community a lot is located. Basically the way most new homes are sold these days is a builder will advertise their homes based on standard features and a “standard” lot, … Continue Reading » about Understanding Florida Lot Premiums
A Day at the Delray Beach Open
I think I grew up at a great time for watching professional tennis in Florida. I attended my very first tournament at Grand Cypress Resort in Orlando on September 30, 1989. I remember the date vividly because the tickets were given to me by my parents on my birthday the day before. At that first … Continue Reading » about A Day at the Delray Beach Open
The Argyll at On Top of the World
Welcome to another edition of Walkthrough Wednesday. Today we find ourselves in Ocala, Florida at On Top of the World. We’re looking at the Argyll, one of their Estate Series homes with a spacious and open floor plan, perfect for your active lifestyle. Let’s go inside and take a look around. Want to see all … Continue Reading » about The Argyll at On Top of the World
Top-Selling Florida Communities of 2015
John Burns Real Estate Consulting just released their annual list of the 50 Top-Selling Master-Planned Communities of 2015. This year, seven Florida communities made the list, compared to nine communities in 2014. Florida ranks third behind Texas and California for number of communities on the list. Texas placed a remarkable 17 communities on the list … Continue Reading » about Top-Selling Florida Communities of 2015
Highest (And Lowest) Priced Florida Real Estate Markets
If you’ve been thinking about retiring to Florida, you might be curious as to which part of the state to start your search for a new home. Florida is a big state with plenty of options, but each of those options comes at a different cost of living. In order to focus your search efforts … Continue Reading » about Highest (And Lowest) Priced Florida Real Estate Markets
Niche Florida Retirement Communities
The December 2015 issue of Florida Trend magazine has an interesting article about a handful of niche retirement communities in Florida. Unfortunately the article isn’t available on-line unless you’re a FloridaTrend subscriber, but Uncle Ryan here has your back 😉 Here’s a look at some unique and interesting Florida retirement communities geared towards very specific … Continue Reading » about Niche Florida Retirement Communities
The Wentworth at Citrus Hills
The modern design and unique floor plan are what attract most people to the Wentworth floorplan in the Villages of Citrus Hills. This 3 bedroom, 3.5 bathroom home occupies a total of 3,981 square feet with 3,061 square feet of living space. Not only is the Wentworth big, but it is also very unique. This … Continue Reading » about The Wentworth at Citrus Hills