Mortgage Rates at their Lowest of 2014
Fri, Sep 05, 2014
Good news for the Central Florida home market: the average rate for a 30-year loan dropped to 4.1% in August, the lowest it’s been since June 2013, according to Freddie Mac. This low means good things for buyers and sellers this fall and beyond! Read More
Switching Schools: What to Remember When Relocating
Fri, Sep 05, 2014
Whether you’re a new Mount Dora resident or are relocating to another district, transferring over school records is an important step in the moving process. Some of these records are required, while others (classwork, recommendations, etc.) are extra... Read More
6 Signs a Neighborhood Is on the Rise
Fri, Aug 08, 2014
Here are some sure-fire signs of a pleasant neighborhood that may just contain bargains due to a period of transition. Try keeping an eye out for the following signs if you are trying to assess Leesburg or Mount Dora homes for sale. Read More
Ocala National Forest: a Local Summer Treasure
Wed, Jul 30, 2014
As summer starts to wind down, you might be feeling an urge to get out and have one last summer hoorah. Whether your kids are getting antsy at the thought of school starting, or you’re due for a break, this might be the perfect time to explore a near... Read More
As Baby Boomers Retire, Florida Cities Revive
Wed, Jul 30, 2014
Florida’s population is growing older, and an influx of retirees might be just what the state’s been missing. Despite the setbacks the recent recession posed to southbound movers, Florida cities are now seeing a pleasant resurgence—whether retirees a... Read More
Psyching You Out: How Different Colors Affect Our Moods
Mon, Jul 28, 2014
When you’re “green with envy” or feeling sad and blue, you’re acknowledging a very real truth: color plays a huge role in our lives! It can turn a dull dress exciting, or a scary sky pleasant—and it can also change the way we feel in the rooms of our... Read More
Fourth of July Treats and a Mount Dora Celebration
Tue, Jul 01, 2014
Get your sparklers ready and your burgers on the grill! We love the Fourth of July, the patriotic spirit it delivers and the time we get to relax with our families. Here’s an easy treat you can make that’ll impress your family and friends at this yea... Read More
Getting Hurricane-Ready in Central Florida
Tue, Jul 01, 2014
Luckily, we haven’t had too much reason to worry about hurricanes this summer in Central Florida. But it never hurts to be prepared! Here’s a quick refresher on how to protect your home should a summer storm make landfall nearby. Read More
Your Mount Dora Home: Cutting AC Costs
Tue, Jul 01, 2014
It’s the middle of summer; in Central Florida, homes are bound to heat up fast. But don’t stop cooling off with your home’s air conditioning in fear of a higher electricity bill—follow these simple steps to ensuring a cool house and a wallet-friendly... Read More
