[E Rohaty]

3/2; 2 car garage Village of Ashland near 466.

[kenoc7]

Originally Posted by mschwartzeee

We have a limited budget which seems to limit us on the new construction when combined with the $30k bond. Ideally we would like to be between 466 and 466A as it appears that is the "center" of TV. Open to suggestions and not sure what is the best move with so much new construction with the infrastructure (shops, etc.) yet to be built around the new houses. We are looking for a quick close if available. Appreciate your and other's perspectives!

I recommend the lovely and quite north end where most homes have no bond.

[tibbetts]

We are thinking of going the apartment or condo route in the near future, in our 80's. We have a 3/2/2 ranch on a dead end section and a dead end street. Top of hill so no flood or sink holes, bond paid, new air and roof 2009, Turn key with golf card, hot tub on enclosed lanai, 8,500 generator with electric start, very nicely furnished, SS appliances, Inside laundry, granite Kitchen counters and open kitchen, dining room, living room. Not sure when we when would be ready to sell, we have a 43 Motor coach that we could line while we look for a new home. Great neighbors, known to party once in a while. thinking of asking $245,000. Currie Tibbetts & Connie Mayo. 352-430-2260 or tibmayo@yahoo.com.

[DALEPQ]

Have been on all sides of what you are looking to do; renting, buying and selling.
First, you need to determine where you want to locate, TV keeps getting bigger & bigger.
Next, houses for sale change virtually daily, new listings and sold.
TV agents are not MLS, and vice versa for Realtor agents, thus would suggest contacting
one of each, so as to get both TV listings and MLS listings.
Good luck on your search.

[bpascani]

I would suggest getting an agent now! We used Jim Amidei with The Villages (352 572 8747 cell; 352 753 2270 W; 800 346 4556. He is awesome, very patient, and focuses on what you want. By starting now, he will be able to send you listings now for review, and be able to fine tune things that you like and don't like about various listings. That time of year should be easy for you to get a 1-2 month (or more, if needed) rental also. You will LOVE IT here!

[madunlow]

My house will be on the market by May 1st. It a designer home. Alamanda model (1586 sq. feet) 3b/2b double car garage. Located in pine ridge. It backs up to a wall so there is privacy. Also a 2014 golf cart will go with the house. I have an agent who will marketing it soon.

[eddie888]

Try not to buy a sided house. Look for Block or concrete. I’ve been here for many years and the first house I bought was sided . Nothing but problems.

[Dennys37Packard]

Message me if you want a girl who goes above and beyond. We wanted a 3/2 with golf cart extended garage, large lot, NOT on a corner, wonder 250k and Diane got us exactly what we wanted. Move in condition, beautiful neighborhood, etc. She will not show you anything you that does not fit your needs. Very on top of every detail. Have recommended her to 7 people and she found all 7 exactly what they wanted.

[Gerrys]

There is a house in the village of Rio Grand which will be on the market shortly. In your price range with 3=bedrooms, 2 baths, 2 car garage, swimming pool. Can be viewed anytime. Suggest you call Donna 850 598 5289

[VApeople]

Originally Posted by bpascani

I would suggest getting an agent now!

Personally, I don't understand why people need a realtor.

I mean, the Daily Sun shows the open houses for both new and resale homes. You can go to an open house and, if you like the house, make an offer.

The realtor showing the open house on a resale is probably the realtor who did the listing, so they would love to sell to you because they would not have to split the commission.

I just don't see why you need a realtor to hold your hand.

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by VApeople

Personally, I don't understand why people need a realtor.

I mean, the Daily Sun shows the open houses for both new and resale homes. You can go to an open house and, if you like the house, make an offer.

The realtor showing the open house on a resale is probably the realtor who did the listing, so they would love to sell to you because they would not have to split the commission.

I just don't see why you need a realtor to hold your hand.

Not all homes have open houses, some buyers may not be here at the time when there are open houses. If you are working with an agent and they know exactly what you want as soon as something that fits comes on the market they can get you in quickly. That is why you need an agent, not to hold your hand but to find what you want .

[VApeople]

Originally Posted by vintageogauge

Not all homes have open houses

That is true.

However, I just checked and there are 12 resale open houses today. So there are a lot of homes to visit without a realtor holding your hand.

If you do see a house on the computer that you like, it shows the realtor who made the listing, so you can easily contact them. Since that person would get the whole sales commission instead of sharing it with another realtor, that person would be very motivated to show you the house right away.

[Dr Winston O Boogie jr]

Originally Posted by mschwartzeee

We will have our 12th visit to TV in early May - we have decided to buy! Looking for a 3-bedroom 2-bath with at least a 2-car garage. We have seven listings earmarked to see (if they are still available). We are looking at what is available on the TV app, MLS, and FSBO sites, and understand more will be coming in May/June.

We do not have an agent yet (no need for an agent to contact us unless they have a coming soon property). Any advice is appreciated and hope this type of post is allowed. Cannot wait to join the community!

Edited for price range - $230k to $325k

I have a three bedroom, two bath Sun Kissed Cottage home in Silver Lake. It has a two car garage.

I'm asking $265,000

[mschwartzeee]

Many thanks - we purchased a house last month. Good luck in selling!

[vintageogauge]

Originally Posted by VApeople

Personally, I don't understand why people need a realtor.

I mean, the Daily Sun shows the open houses for both new and resale homes. You can go to an open house and, if you like the house, make an offer.

The realtor showing the open house on a resale is probably the realtor who did the listing, so they would love to sell to you because they would not have to split the commission.

I just don't see why you need a realtor to hold your hand.

There are homes available that do not have open houses, some sellers just don't want neighbors and those just there because they had nothing else to do that day to walk through their homes and you need an agent to get you in to see those particular homes, that is not holding hands, that is common practice when looking for a home.