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Preparing Your Home for a Swift and Successful Sale
In today's competitive environment, proper preparation means higher offers, faster closings, and less stress and hassle. But here's the problem. more
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The Starter Home: A forgotten path to affordable housing
A starter home, in its traditional sense, is the smallest increment of development, designed to be affordable, flexible, and expandable over time. These homes were once common and offered a path to gradual investment and growth. more
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5 Factors to Keep in Mind When Moving to a Major City
Maybe you’ve wanted to experience the thrill of waking up in a city where there’s always something going on, day or night. Perhaps you’re moving there for work, or maybe you’re targeting that city because of all the recreational activities that it offers.  here's what will help in your transition. more
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Some of the South Street Cottages.
How To Turn 7 Homes Into 28: The South Street Cottages Project
By working with the city to reduce minimum lot sizes, we were able to build 28 homes on a parcel that would have otherwise only accommodated seven. Each home sold quickly, with attainable total prices. more
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The end of suburban sprawl
“The Economics of Development in Florida” lays out the premise that tighter-knit communities produce much more value per acre. Why? They pack more people into less space. more
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Florida’s Booming Housing Market Trends and Buyer Demographics in 2025
With the continuing change in Florida's housing market and the growing migration to Florida, we will be diving into how these factors affect real estate trends and who is buying homes in the state. more
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Vantage Point Condominiums in St Petersburg.
Condominium hurricane hardening pilot program could become more accessible
Although no condos have received the available matching grants of up to $175,000, the state has approved qualifying inspections for 165, according to a Jan. 30 report from the Florida Department of Financial Services. more
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Florida Home Maintenance to Prepare for in Spring
By focusing on these key areas, homeowners can ensure their residences remain safe, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing throughout the year. more
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Parks and Recreation are not 'superfluous' to the neighborhoods inside the Apopka CRA
The Apopka CRA Board discussed the idea of turning a city-owned property on South 8th Street and Highland Avenue into either six new homes, five new homes, four bigger homes, or four homes and a pocket park. more
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Purcellville, Virginia.
Is Apopka in a 'growth Ponzi scheme'?
Purcellville, a town of 9,000, is considering taking on $34 million in new debt to cover a long list of deferred utility infrastructure projects. Local leaders now have only bad options. more
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Should Apopka implement a moratorium on development?
Olsen: "Given the current development already approved and given the operational, infrastructure and growth challenges that Apopka faces we should IMMEDIATELY implement a development moratorium." more
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Members of the 202nd Rapid Engineer Deployable Heavy Operational Repair Squadron Engineers Squadron, Florida Air National Guard, clear roads in Fort Myers Beach, Florida in response to Hurricane Ian, Oct. 1, 2022.
Property, car insurance premium rollbacks could bring relief in Florida
Statewide, 20% of Citizens Insurance policyholders will receive a reduction in their premiums between 4.5-6.3%. more
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A neighborhood in Sarasota, Florida, that was chosen for radical change while other neighborhoods stay exactly the same.
America’s “Grand Housing Bargain” is broken. It's time for a new one.
The current grand bargain is simple: No neighborhood needs to change; they can all stay in their current form, but in exchange, one or two neighborhoods will experience radical transformation. more
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Downtown Apopka.
10 questions to ask someone running for local office
How can you figure out whether a candidate for mayor or city council will uphold Strong Towns principles and take a thoughtful, incremental approach to your community's problems? more
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n this aerial view, Flood waters inundate a neighborhood after Hurricane Milton came ashore on October 10, 2024, in Punta Gorda. The storm made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane in the Siesta Key area of Florida, causing damage and flooding throughout Central Florida.
Citizens Property Insurance paid $823 million for 2024 hurricane season claims
While nearly half of the people who opened claims after Milton received payment from Citizens, the payout rates for Debby and Helene's claims were much lower (24% and 28%, respectively) because floods mainly caused the damage. more
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City Council: "Put a hold on new development until we have the infrastructure"
OCPS calculates that these 1,150 single-family homes will add an additional 472 students to our Apopka schools. This does not consider the unspecified number of Paulucci Acres multi-unit family units that will generate even more students. more
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As Wyld Oaks Development continues, we look back to the great events of 2024 and to 2025’s opening slate
The massive development taking place off State Road 429 and spanning 215 acres will eventually play host to a bunch of entertainment options alongside shopping, dining, hotels and housing, as well as, potentially, a dog park. more
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Looking Ahead: Embracing sustainable energy with direct-use natural gas
This year’s passage of new ordinances in Apopka and Winter Garden solidifies natural gas as a reliable energy option, ensuring future residents can enjoy an affordable, efficient, and environmentally friendly energy source from day one. more
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Reimagining Affordable Housing in Apopka with Park Model Homes
With Apopka’s population growing by 30% over the last decade, the demand for affordable housing has never been greater. Park model homes present a practical, innovative way to rethink living in this vibrant community. more
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5 Pool Trends for 2025
If you want to build a swimming pool in your backyard, here are some considerations and trends to watch out for. more
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The Ultimate Guide to Prefab Garages: Everything You Need to Know
Prefab garages come in different classifications which describe their style, usage and the designs that are available to the homeowners. Read on to find out more about some common options. more
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From Drab to Fab: 6 Kitchen Glow-Up Tips That Work
In this article, you may discover that a few well-chosen updates can rejuvenate your kitchen, yielding a surprisingly stunning result that doesn’t require a full renovation. Let’s explore six effective tips to excite your culinary environment. more
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How to Plan an Effective Home Remodeling Budget and Timeline
Here's a practical guide to help you create a workable budget and timeline for your renovation project. more
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Why to Trust Experts to Manage Your Small Bungalow Rental Properties
This article will explore reasons for trusting experts to manage your bungalow rentals. Read to maximize your property's potential. more
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A Guide for Real Estate Investors in Florida
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps that can help you successfully invest and thrive in Florida’s dynamic real estate market. more
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