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More People Moving to Florida in 2013? I Hope It’s Not A Figment

By Toni Weidman

Real Estate Agent with Sailwinds Realty

January 07, 2013 08:42 PM

According to Zac Anderson of the Sarasota Herald Tribune more people are expected to move to Florida in 2013 than in the past several years and the migrations should continue to gain momentum through 2016.

Photo by Toni Weidman of Re/Max New Dimensions

This would certainly be good news for employment in the state (and for real estate agents). We can only hope that it is a real prediction and not a figment..

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More People Moving to Florida in 2013? I Hope It’s Not A Figment

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Dorie Dillard Austin TX

Coldwell Banker Realty ~ 512.750.6899 - Austin, TX

NW Austin ~ Canyon Creek and Spicewood/Balcones

Good morning Toni,

Hope this is true for you also! There are some great home values in Florida right now. If FL finds an increase in job creation you will find people moving to FL in 2013!!

Jan 07, 2013 08:47 PM

Tammy Lankford,

Lane Realty Eatonton, GA Lake Sinclair, Milledgeville, 706-485-9668 - Eatonton, GA

Broker GA Lake Sinclair/Eatonton/Milledgeville

That would be fantastic. We're seeing a influx of people buying second homes, but until the employment numbers change here our "moving here" outlook is bleek. The news yesterday was another pending 485 layoffs.

Jan 07, 2013 08:53 PM

Fred Hernden, CMI

Superior Home Inspections - Greater Albuquerque Area - Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque area Master Inspector

Hmmmm, I have mixed emotions about that. I think I would rather just see us move around and buy new homes instead of the state becoming more congested :-)

Jan 07, 2013 09:00 PM

Mary Yonkers

Alan Kells School of Real Estate/Howard Hanna Real Estate - Erie, PA

Erie/PA Real Estate Instructor

Hello Toni. All the buyers moving to New Port Richey, Florida need to call Toni Weidman 1-727-237-0083 for her assistance.

Jan 07, 2013 09:12 PM

Frank Laisch

Orlando, FL

"The Insurance Guy"

Toni, That is great news! I love to read positive press about the industry, as usually it is gloom & doom material...Lets keep our fingers crossed that this is true

Jan 07, 2013 09:20 PM

Toni Weidman

Sailwinds Realty - Trinity, FL

20+ Years Selling Homes in New Port Richey, FL

Dorie - I hope so too. Thank you.

Tammy - we have had the second-homers too lately. Still good!

Fred - that doesn't bring new money into the state.

Mary - Thank you, my friend.

Frank - me too. I just hope he's right.

Jan 07, 2013 09:30 PM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Toni- I would 't be surprised. Over the holidays our area was packed so I' m thinking that many realized what great opportunities there are here in Florida. Of course the weather doesn't hurt either.

Jan 07, 2013 09:34 PM

Tom Arstingstall, General Contractor, Dry Rot, Water Damage Sacramento, El Dorado County - (916) 765-5366

Dry Rot and Water Damage www.tromlerconstruction.com Mobile - 916-765-5366 - Placerville, CA

General Contractor, Dry Rot and Water Damage

This sounds encouraging for those in Florida Toni, I'm sure it will be a welcome shift.

Jan 07, 2013 09:43 PM

We still have a lot of cars on the roads, Kathy. It seems like lots of snow birds are here this year.

It sure does sound encouraging, Tom. I'm keeping my fingers and toes crossed.

Jan 07, 2013 09:45 PM

Kristin Johnston - REALTOR®

RE/MAX Platinum - Waukesha, WI

Giving Back With Each Home Sold!

Toni, I can't imagine that trend stopping...interesting pix too LOL...Make it a wonderful week!

Jan 07, 2013 10:57 PM

Sharon Lee

Sharon Lee's Virtual Assistance - Jonesborough, TN

Retired and loving life

Toni-Additional folks to an area is always a good sign. Have yourself a splendid day.

Jan 07, 2013 11:05 PM

Anita Clark

Coldwell Banker Access Realty ~ 478.960.8055 - Warner Robins, GA

Realtor - Homes for Sale in Warner Robins GA

Toni: A large influx of people is good for the Florida economy...I hope many end up in your area.

Jan 07, 2013 11:08 PM

Kwee Huset

Kwee Huset Realty - Venice, FL

Venice Florida Homes For Sale

Hi Toni, I came across many people who moved away because of Hurricane Charley of 2004, now they are moving back.

Jan 07, 2013 11:28 PM

Will Hamm

Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO

"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hey Toni, I hope you get lots of phone calls to help these people. I know they can use your help.

Jan 08, 2013 12:30 AM

Beth Atalay

Cam Realty and Property Management - Clermont, FL

Cam Realty of Clermont FL

Hi Toni, Hope it's not a figment, that would be great for our state!

Jan 08, 2013 02:17 AM

Ron and Alexandra Seigel

Napa Consultants - Carpinteria, CA

Luxury Real Estate Branding, Marketing & Strategy

Toni,

As we have traveled in Florida in limited areas, I can understand why people like it and will probably continue moving to Florida. We were recently very impressed by the Jacksonville area, Ponte Vedra and St Augustine, especially by their weather. A

Jan 08, 2013 02:59 AM

Dianne Goode

Raleigh Cary Realty - Raleigh, NC

Realtor/Broker

Hi Toni. I am hoping for renewed growth in Florida too -- you may recall, I have some undeveloped land to sell! As I tell my clients, it's always about supply and demand. People moving into a region create demand, which raises prices and spurs new development. Onward!

Jan 10, 2013 08:37 AM

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