Notes from 30 years in Orlando real estate

Lakes and space, new construction by the airport, or a walkable century-old town. Here is how Windermere, Lake Nona, and Winter Park compare.

The mortgage is only part of it. Here is every line of the monthly payment on a $1 million Orlando home, with current rates, taxes, and insurance.

What does semi-custom mean in Orlando new construction? Learn what builders let you change, how allowances and change orders work, and what to check before you sign.

Why one Miami business owner moved to an Orlando suburb, bought an Art Deco fixer-upper, and added an income-producing ADU — plus a real Orlando vs Miami cost of living comparison.

Central Florida has ten small towns for relocation buyers, from historic Winter Garden to new luxury builds in Oakland. Here's how to choose the right fit.

An Upstate New York family thought moving to Orlando meant downsizing. Here's how they ended up in one of the biggest models in a Minneola community their kids love, and what to know before your own NY-to-Florida move.

Toll Brothers, Taylor Morrison, David Weekley, Pulte and more. Orlando new construction specialist Nicole Mickle gives her honest take on the area's major builders: who they're right for, where they build, and what to watch.

A last-minute showing, a family who couldn't leave, and a Windermere home that was ready for its moment. I'm sharing the story behind this sale — and what it teaches sellers about preparation.

Your biggest investment deserves more than just a gut feeling. When you start your homebuying journey, one of the very first questions you must answer is remarkably simple. Do you want a brand-new build, or does an established home with a bit of character...

Finding a home that perfectly balances modern comfort with genuine community charm feels like searching for a needle in a haystack. But every so often, a property hits the market that makes you stop scrolling and start packing. Welcome to 884 Klondike St ...

Finding the perfect investment property often feels like hunting for a unicorn. You want something that offers immediate cash flow but isn't a total fixer-upper. You want a great location, but you also want land. Well, put down the binoculars because we'v...