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[FONT="Comic Sans MS"]I speak from 24 yrs of realtor experience - I retired from TV 3 yrs ago.
DIFFERNCES IN HOMES:
The main differences are square footage and whether you want a 1.5 car garage or more. Most villas come with the 1.5 car (.5 for your golfcart), and have very little "guest" parking. There are "patio villas" - 1 or 2 bedroom and are wood frame with "vinyl" siding (they all look alike, face front and have a white picket fence in the front. The "courtyard" villas face on an angle. They can be woodframe or cement/stucco. They are alittle larger 2 & 3 bdrm but most still have a 1.5 garage and little guest parking.
The next level is the "ranch" model - alittle more square feet - approx 1300 - several models to choose from with either a 1.5, 2-car or more garage. No fences are allowed and location is important for privacy.
The next level is the "designer" series - more square feet - fancier appointments - approx 1500-2000 sf - can be wood frame or stucco - again location is important for privacy.
The final level is the "premier" series - the largest we offer - 2000+ sf - big bucks - these are all stucco homes - all Premier areas are distinctive - they have "double" street lights.
I HIGHLY recommend comparing pre-owned to new. With the main focus on NO or Little BOND. Many pre-owned are still considered new and save in many ways.............fans, window treatments, bond, landscaping, gutters, irrigation systems, even some with furniture (turn-key). The bonds on new construction can easily reach over 30K. Do ask your salesperson to explain it in depth (and also the impact fees). If you need a good, honest, trustworthy salesperson - ask for The Twins (June & Jean). They'll give you the straight scoop.
It is recommended to rent for 6 months before you commit. The homes available are always vast and you need the time to investigate leisurly. This community is huge and can be overwhelming. You cannot see it properly in 3or 5 days. Please take your time.................
I sincerely wish you luck!
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