Using Your Realtor when making a move to Florida

Thinking about re-locating to Florida? Why not? The weather is great (80 and sunny today, December 9th), no state income tax, very affordable housing, plentiful recreational opportunities. The reasons for making the "Sunshine State" your primary residence or winter home are abundant. But if you have never spent a great deal of time here, how do you decide what part of the state to make home? After all, Florida is a pretty big state -just try driving from Pensacola in the panhandle to Key West!

Florida, like many of the other states, has several distinct "cultures." Want the small town, old south atmosphere? There are some great areas in north Florida as well as the Panhandle. As a Florida native I have lived in, or at least visited most areas, of the state. Try small towns like Palatka or Lake City?

Want the more active, metropolitan areas? Take a look at the Palm Beach County and Miami areas. Want to be near the active tourist areas? Then central Florida and the Orange County, Volusia County and Brevard County areas would be well worth a look. Actually, there are several surrounding areas near Orlando that offer a quality lifestyle and easy commute to Orlando and its attractions.

Really laid back and want to escape a lot of the hectic pace? Take a look at Key West. A definitely different lifestyle, for sure! You will find similarly special areas throughout the state. Out west in the panhandle, Pensacola offers a great way of life.

When you think of Florida, whether it is beaches or tourist attractions, or whatever, take a look at all Florida has to offer you. How do you get information on a specific area? Easy. Search Active Rain  for a Realtor in your target area and give them a call. Realtors are knowledgeable about their market areaand, if some other area interests you, most Realtors can refer you to a quality Realtor in that area. Call me, I know some great professional agents all over the state!

When considering a move to Florida, use a local Realtor - the local expert!                                                                                         

In Brevard County, FLorida, I am your expert!

Gary Waters, Florida licensed real estate agent with Century 21 Baytree Realty, 8195 N. Wickham Road, Melbourne, FLorida 32940. Contact me by email at agent@moving2brevard.com .