If you’re in the market for luxury, new construction in Windermere, FL, right now is a great time to start the search. There are several fantastic areas you’ll definitely want to put at the top of your list.

Casa del Lago

One of Windermere’s most exclusive communities, Casa del Lago is filled with beautiful homes and premiere golf. The area is home to a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, where membership also affords access to everything from casual to fine dining experiences.  

Only a handful of lots remain unsold in Casa del Lago, where many of the custom built homes are being designed on waterfront lots overlooking Lake Burden. This private, gated community offers up the opportunity for social and golf memberships, along with Old World-style…

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Close to the magic of Walt Disney World, Celebration, FL offers some of the region’s most charming neighborhoods, filled with extra amenities and desirable home styles. 

Artisan Park

Located on Celebration’s southwest side, the Artisan Park neighborhood mainly centers around the area’s community park, with a multi-use field and access to the Artisan Club. Exclusively for residents of Artisan Park, the clubhouse offers up a swimming pool and hot tub, outdoor grilling space, a bar and restaurant, plus a gym. 

In addition to the desirable parkland, the Artisan Park neighborhood is also surrounded by other green space, with a biking and walking trail and wildlife. This 160-acre village provides hundreds of condos and townhomes as well as…

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If you had to pick just one Central Florida community that’s filled with plenty of fun things to do, you’d be hard-pressed to find a better choice than the city of Kissimmee. Perhaps best-known for its close proximity to world-famous theme parks like Disney World and Universal Studios, Kissimmee acts as both a thriving vacation destination and also a fabulous place to call home for the cold season, or even all year long.

Along with all its theme parks and world-class shopping and dining experiences, though, Kissimmee also happens to be where you’ll find some of the top golf course communities in all of Florida too—and why not given it’s one of the top retirement destinations in the country? From affordable golf course condos and villas to high-end…

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With the luxury of new construction designs and numerous upscale amenities, several new construction townhouse communities are already gaining high appeal for potential buyers in Kissimmee right now.

The Terraces at Storey Lake

One of these is The Terraces at Storey Lake. This highly touted, new community is close to nearby shops, restaurants and entertainment. With the convenience of sitting next to Walt Disney World and not far from many other Orlando attractions, townhomes for sale at The Terraces at Storey Lake supply an ideal location.

Ranging in size from two- to four-bedrooms, the new homes offer between 1,100 to 2,500 square feet of living space. Added amenities include access to the Hideaway Club, with a swimming pool and splash park,…

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Kissimmee FL New HomesA favorite location for families, there are many fantastic options for real estate in Kissimmee. With plentiful amenities and a convenient address, we found several top neighborhoods to search for new construction under $600,000.

Bellavida

The Bellavida community is guard-gated, with home designs typically ranging from three- to six-bedrooms. With Mediterranean-style architecture, the affordably priced, new construction homes allow for plenty of extras, including gourmet kitchens and high ceilings.

Only a few miles from attractions such as Disney World, the community offers up privacy and plentiful amenities. With the inclusion of a community lake, conservation areas and surrounded by nature preserves, Bellavida is a fantastic place for exploring…

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Sinkhole Coverage in FloridaMost Floridians are familiar with sinkholes – those annoying holes in the ground that open up when our water table gets too high or too low for our vulnerable limestone layer to handle.  They’re not unique to Florida, but it seems we have more than our share – and they can range from a golf-ball-size hole to one large enough to swallow a neighborhood. 
 
A decade ago, home insurance policies routinely included coverage for sinkhole losses.   These days, that coverage is harder to find.  Florida home insurance policies still include the basic “Catastrophic Ground Cover Collapse” (CGCC), but most insurance companies have stopped offering “Sinkhole Coverage” unless the home passes a rigorous inspection.  Without “Sinkhole Coverage”, the CGCC will provide…

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Carlos German '30 Under 30' HonoreeCELEBRATION, FL. – Juan Carlos German, real estate broker and founder of Carlos German & Team, Inc. in Celebration, Fla., has been recognized as one of the nation’s accomplished young professionals from throughout the United States and, for the first time, Canada, by Realtor Magazine.

“Being recognized as a ’30 Under 30’ honoree by Realtor Magazine is a dream come true,” German said (Top right on magazine cover). “Ever since I learned about the program, I have envisioned this day becoming a reality.”

“When I started out in my real estate career, nothing was given to me; I didn’t have a path paved out, and I had no knowledge of the industry. In fact, when I arrived in the U.S. in my teens, I didn’t even know the language! My struggles were plenty,…

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Flood Insurance in FloridaIt is  hurricane season again and it is time to talk about flood insurance.   At this time of the year many clients want to discuss what their hazard policies cover in the event of hurricane damage.  It’s important to stress to clients that flood coverage is not included in a standard hazard policy and must be purchased separately.
 
Hazard policies do cover for water that enters a property through an opening created by wind, but not for rising ground water from heavy rain, or water that overflows from a lake or river.   Flood insurance applies to that area-wide flooding, covering multiple properties.
 
FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) regulates flood insurance policies.   Insurance agents sell flood insurance policies, but regardless of the…

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Looking for ways to increase the value of your home? Here are some key renovations to consider!

Bath

Adding a full bath to your home will give you an excellent return on investment. Depending on how much new plumbing is needed, it can cost between $5,000 and $10,000. If that's too steep, updated fixtures, paint, vanity and hardware will also go a long way.

Kitchen

A modest kitchen remodel can cost upward of 15,000. It's worth it. The kitchen is the heart of any home, and if it's fresh, modern, bright and welcoming, it can also be a key selling point. New countertops, cabinetry, hardware, lighting, appliances and flooring are all important targets for replacement!

Landscaping

Curb appeal is another investment that has a high return.…

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Many people assume that homeowners’ insurance policies are one-size-fits all, but the same care should be taken to protect a buyer’s investment as the care that went into buying just the right house.  An insurance policy should be custom tailored to fit the needs and preferences of the home owner. 

For example, a property used only by the owner as a second home could have a policy much like that of an owner who lives in his home full-time.   However, if the owner decides to rent his second home to others when he’s not using it, then a different type of policy is required.

Just a few of the basic factors that determine how the insurance fits the owner and his property include the home’s cost to rebuild, its location, the shape of the roof, its…

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