If you are thinking about buying a home in Ocala, Dunnellon, Crystal River, Homosassa, or anywhere in North Central Florida, the NAR settlement buyer agent commission changes that took effect in August 2024 directly affect your wallet, your rights, and your protection as a buyer — and most people still don’t fully understand what changed.  At the center of these changes is a document called the buyers brokerage agreement. Florida real estate agents — along with agents in every other state — are now legally required to have every buyer sign this agreement before showing them a single home. Every detail of your agent’s duties and compensation is spelled out…

New Yorkers aren’t just dreaming about Florida anymore — they’re leaving in record numbers and bringing serious wealth with them. Here’s what that means for the Ocala real estate market right now. If you’re considering moving to Ocala, Florida from New York — or from California, Illinois, or New Jersey — you’re part of the biggest domestic wealth migration story in modern American history.  According to IRS data, Florida gained a staggering $20.6 billion in net adjusted gross income in 2022–2023 alone. New York lost $9.9 billion. California shed $11.9 billion.  And a significant chunk of that moving money is landing right here in Ocala and Marion County. Why Are So Many New Yorkers…

How to Sell Waterfront Property in Florida with Modern Marketing Strategies Selling waterfront property in Florida requires a specialized approach that combines cutting-edge digital marketing with deep local expertise.  Whether you’re marketing Gulf Coast waterfront homes, riverfront properties on the Withlacoochee, or Florida waterfront homes in small coastal communities, understanding how to sell waterfront property Florida successfully means adapting to a unique buyer pool that’s often searching from hundreds or thousands of miles away. After 25 years of selling waterfront property along Florida’s Coasts—from Ft. Lauderdale/ Miami to now Inglis and Yankeetown, Crystal River and Homosassa—I’ve learned that success in this niche market demands more than traditional real estate tactics. …

If you’ve been watching the Dunnellon real estate market lately and wondering “Is now a good time to buy?” or “Why isn’t my home selling?” — you’re not alone. I created a recent video breaking down what I’m seeing on the ground here in Dunnellon, and in this article, I want to expand on that conversation in a clear, honest, and practical way. No hype. No scare tactics. Just real insights based on current market behavior. Whether you’re buying, selling, or simply keeping an eye on home values, this Dunnellon real estate market update will help you understand what’s really happening — and what it means for your next move.…