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Originally Posted by Big O

I have been lurking the TOV forums for some time and now that we have a LSV set for the July 4th week I guess I need to ask some help for a feaw things I haven't been able to figure out:
1. What are the "Historic" Villages? The original villages of orange blossom gardens, silver lake, and country club hills. Originally were all manufactured homes, but some have been replaced with stick built homes. These villages are east of 441, and connected to the rest of TV by a golf cart bridge over 441
2. Many homes for sale say that the Lanai is enclosed with acrylic or vinyl. Is this a way to enclose it and not pay taxes on an enclosed room (if it were glass)? Many lanais have been enclosed with vinyl or acrylic which make them viable for all four seasons. Apparently they are not considered as part of the home for tax purposes if they do not have the hvac extended to the lanai. Acrylic is much preferable to vinyl in my opinion, as it looks more permenant and solid.
3. There seems to be some sort of stigma associated with Marion County vs. Sumter County. Is this just something that developed between the builder and the county government, or is it something else? Marion county is a bit removed from the rest of the villages, but is beautiful and offers some real bargains in the resale market. I know several people who live in MC and they love it there and get around all of the villages with no trouble. Every area in TV has its advantages and disadvantages, and no place is either the best or the worst, but simply a matter of choice.

Sorry this is so long but I really do appreciate the knowledge of the TOV members.

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