Buying a new home is an exciting process, but it can certainly seem overwhelming at times. The key to keeping it manageable is having a clear understanding of your home buyer’s wants and needs, and realistically differentiating between the two for your family. The things you need are non-negotiable, which means they’re deal-breakers if a… Continue reading Creating a Home Buyer’s Wants and Needs Checklist
Author: Tim Schroeder
Tim is a licensed Realtor serving southwest Central Florida. He lives in Windermere with his wife and two children. A member of the West Orange Chamber of Commerce, he’s active in the Windermere and Winter Garden communities. Tim has a professional background in internet marketing and advertising, as well as in-depth firsthand knowledge of the area, to help you sell your home quickly and for maximum value.
15 Important Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home
Every home buyer has unique priorities and deal-breakers. Your own needs and wish list will of course determine a lot of the preliminary questions you ask about a home before you consider making an offer on it. But then there are plenty of standard questions to ask before buying a home that everyone should get… Continue reading 15 Important Questions to Ask Before Buying a Home
30 Reliable Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Making improvements to your property is usually first and foremost about enhancing your family’s enjoyment of your home. But savvy homeowners and those with selling on their minds also pay attention to the effects their changes may have on resale price. There are plenty of effective ways to increase your home value. Below, we offer… Continue reading 30 Reliable Ways to Increase Your Home Value
Capital Gains Tax Exemptions on Home Sales
Selling your home presents an opportunity to make up to $250,000 (or $500,000 for married couples) in tax-exempt capital gains income. If you sell a home and meet the specific criteria outlined below, you’re usually eligible for this major tax break. What Does “Gain” Mean? Lots of people assume “gain” simply refers to profit. They… Continue reading Capital Gains Tax Exemptions on Home Sales
Take a Family Day Trip to Lakeland, FL
If you’re looking for somewhere convenient to your west Orange County home for a family day trip, consider Lakeland, FL. Located in nearby Polk County, this unique Florida city is right along the I-4 Corridor, just about an hour drive from the Winter Garden and Windermere areas. It’s the biggest city between Orlando and Tampa.… Continue reading Take a Family Day Trip to Lakeland, FL
Gatorland: A Unique Nearby Family Attraction in Orlando
Few things are as emblematic of Florida as alligators. And few things are as emblematic of Orlando as theme parks. So, it should come as no surprise that Orlando has its very own alligator-themed theme park. It’s called Gatorland, and it’s been around since 1949. Gatorland covers 110 acres (including an expansive wildlife preserve) in… Continue reading Gatorland: A Unique Nearby Family Attraction in Orlando
7 of the Best Orlando Golf Courses
Florida is rife with amazing, even world-renowned golf courses. This holds true from tip to tip and coast to coast across the state, but Central Florida can claim many leading places to play for enthusiasts of all skill levels. In fact, many of professional golf’s most famous players—for example, Tiger Woods and Arnold Palmer—have resided… Continue reading 7 of the Best Orlando Golf Courses
3 Great West Coast Beaches in Central Florida
Family life in Winter Garden, Windermere, or Dr. Phillips in western Orange County, FL come with lots of perks. Among them is easy access to some of Florida’s most renowned beaches on both the west and east coasts of the state. You can click over to this article to learn a little about three Central… Continue reading 3 Great West Coast Beaches in Central Florida
Don’t Miss Out on Orlando’s Discovery Cove Theme Park
Orlando is the theme park capital of the world. The big three—Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld—each operate multiple properties. Disney has four main parks, water parks, ESPN Wide World of Sports, Disney Springs, Disney’s BoardWalk, and more. Then, there’s Universal Studios Orlando, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, the under-development Volcano Bay water park, and so on. SeaWorld… Continue reading Don’t Miss Out on Orlando’s Discovery Cove Theme Park
About the City of Winter Garden, Florida
Winter Garden, Florida is a family-oriented small city offering a perfect balance of serenity and activity. It’s just removed enough from Orlando to provide peace and quiet, while all the city’s excitement is just a quick trip away. The area has extensive shopping and dining, nature escapes, youth opportunities, and more for residents of all… Continue reading About the City of Winter Garden, Florida