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Old 08-13-2014, 06:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Dennis and Rose View Post
Coming for the VLS in Sept. We noticed no bond on homes in Lake County. I would guess there are other charges that are imposed there. Is there an advantage to the bonded communities, or not bonded?
The bonds on new homes is around $23,000 to $50,000

Personally, I suggest a preowned home as you will be able to negotiate price, see what mature landscaping does, and have much lower or no bond.

Also, use a Villages Properties agent AND a MLS agent as neither can show each others listings.