First-Time Homebuyer Guide for Central Florida

First-Time Homebuyer Guide From “Could we actually buy a house?” to getting the keys. Buying your first home is exciting. It can also be a little intimidating. There are loans, inspections, appraisals, contracts, insurance, closing costs and approximately 47 people asking you for documents you didn'

When It May Be Time to Consider Assisted Living

When It May Be Time to Consider Assisted Living There usually isn’t one clear moment when a family suddenly knows it’s time to consider assisted living. More often, it happens gradually. Maybe you notice the house isn’t being kept up quite like it used to be. Meals are becoming simpler—or getting sk

What Is Seminole County's Rural Boundary, and Why Is Everyone Talking About It?

What Is Seminole County's Rural Boundary, and Why Is Everyone Talking About It? If you've been following the local news, you've probably heard about Seminole County's rural boundary, especially with the proposed development of the former Pappy's Patch property near Oviedo. But what exactly is the ru

Could Amendment 3 Mean Lower Property Taxes but Fewer City Services in Oviedo?

Could Amendment 3 Mean Lower Property Taxes but Fewer City Services in Oviedo? Florida voters will have a big property-tax question on the ballot this November, and Oviedo homeowners have good reason to pay attention. Amendment 3 would increase Florida's homestead exemption for non-school property t