lakeland fl homes for sale: Top 3 iOS Applications for Buying and Selling Properties - 11/24/15 02:08 AM
Top 3 iOS Applications for Buying and Selling Properties
 
Who would have thought that hunting for your next home around Lakeland 55+ communities real estate could be easily done without even moving from where you’re seated right now? Leading company Apple Inc. has made it possible for real estate companies to develop applications that will help them connect with buyers and sellers easier. Here are some applications you might want to download too once you’re ready to buy your dream home.
Homesnap Real Estate and MLS Homes for Sale
This application is really helpful not only for buyers and sellers but for Realtors too. … (3 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 5 Tips in Hosting a Carillon Lakes Community Home for Sale Open House - 11/22/15 11:30 PM
5 Tips in Hosting a Carillon Lakes Community Home for Sale Open House
 
No matter how good the real estate market is going, Carillon Lakes community homes for sale don’t exactly sell themselves. Sellers need to partner with a trusted Realtor® to help them market the home properly, work on the necessary paperwork, and find potential buyers willing to purchase the place. A crucial part of home selling is the open house.
 
 
An open house is an event wherein sellers literally “open” the place to the public for a number of hours on a specific day to let them check out the place. … (1 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Fresh and Exciting Real Estate News in Lakeland FL - 11/17/15 01:22 AM
Fresh and Exciting Real Estate News in Lakeland FL
 
There’s always something new and exciting happening in Lakeland 55+ communities real estate. Recently, the town has been gaining popularity for being one of the top places to live in and one of the most affordable places to buy a home. 
There are many resources to find out more information about the real estate market here and other current events that can really convince any potential buyer to buy a property here. Keep on reading for the latest updates around town and find reasons that make Lakeland an awesome place to live in.
 
The rise … (1 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 5 Luxurious Must-Haves for Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale - 11/15/15 10:32 PM
5 Luxurious Must-Haves for Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale

After months on end pining over dreamy home design ideas over at Pinterest, it’s time to make those pins a reality by furnishing your new Carillon Lakes community home. While it can be pretty hard to decide where best to spend your luxury home decor budget, keep in mind that just because an item is pretty does not mean it’s worth your money. To make sure you’re not wasting your hard-earned money, here are top 5 luxurious items to invest in:
 
 
A large bed and premium quality mattress.
Nothing beats going home after a … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Top 3 Energy-Saving Tips for Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 11/09/15 11:47 PM
Top 3 Energy-Saving Tips for Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
Do more and enjoy more by saving energy in your Lakeland 55+ communities real estate. Lesser electricity consumption means lesser dollars for your monthly bill. You also do your share in conserving natural resources. Here’s a couple of things that you could try doing in order to become more responsible in your electric consumption. 
Cooling
Using the air-conditioning unit is inevitable during summer. Make sure there are no pockets in the walls, windows or doors when you turn the AC on to lessen energy consumption. In turning the AC on, do not drastically aim … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 5 Top Tips for Home Safety During the Thanksgiving Holiday - 11/09/15 12:27 AM
5 Top Tips for Home Safety During the Thanksgiving Holiday
 
It’s Thanksgiving and you’re cooking dinner at the kitchen of your Carillon Lakes community home when suddenly, fire breaks out on your stove and you panic, forgetting the fire extinguisher is right next to the oven. What do you do? If you have installed smoke alarms, then these can go off and alert other people in the house who can help. But what if you don’t? You can’t really let your whole house burn down just because of a little kitchen accident, can you?
 
 
 
According to the National Fire Protection Authority, Thanksgiving … (0 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Things to Do before Upgrading Your Home in Lakeland 55+ Communities - 11/02/15 11:54 PM
Best Things to Do before Upgrading Your Home in Lakeland 55+ Communities
 
Does your home in Lakeland 55+ communities real estate need an upgrade? Whether it’s as simple as replacing faucets or cabinets to major upgrades like updating your kitchen or landscaping, the thought of a home upgrade project can make homeowners, especially first-timers, feel overwhelmed.
If you are still unsure how and where to start with your home upgrades, here are a few things you could do to prepare before upgrading your home:
 
Identify the timeline
Just as you and your Lakeland 55+ communities real estate broker had a timeline for the home buying … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 5 Traits of Best Realtors® in Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale - 11/02/15 12:06 AM
Top 5 Traits of Best Realtors® in Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale
 
Some people will tell you that all Realtors® in Carillon Lakes community homes for sale are the same and it doesn’t matter who you get as an agent for buying or selling your home. If you believe that, then you will definitely find it difficult to get your house sold or find one to buy.
 
 
Just as there are different kinds of buyers, there are different kinds of Realtors®, with different personality types and communication styles. Much like chefs and cooks, good and bad real estate agents have almost the … (1 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 2015 Halloween Events around Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 10/29/15 03:07 AM
2015 Halloween Events around Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
If you live near or in Lakeland 55+ communities real estate and would love to experience something different for Halloween than the traditional trick or treat, Lakeland offers a number of other options that people of all ages can enjoy and participate in. 
Nature Tour
Circle B Bar Reserve is a treasured Environmental Area of Polk County in Lakeland. You can get access to this area through the Polk’s Nature Discovery Center. If you’re a nature lover, you will have an amazing time with the Polk’s Nature Discovery Center’s outdoor educational programs. This coming Halloween, … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Tips for Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale First-Time Sellers - 10/27/15 12:49 AM
Tips for Carillon Lakes Community Homes for Sale First-Time Sellers
 
There has been a shift in the real estate market. However, whether it’s good or bad for buyers or sellers can only be determined by a comprehensive analysis of your local market. As a first-time seller of Carillon Lakes community homes for sale, how would you know what to do first? Get a report, clean the house, or just share photos of the home online? Here are some tips to help you out:
 
 
Hire a home inspector. These professionals can help you determine any problems that your current home might have such as … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Amazing Architectural Styles of Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 10/21/15 12:44 AM
Amazing Architectural Styles of Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
The sight architectural styles available around Lakeland 55+ communities real estate will never leave you unimpressed. You’ll find something you’ll love in every architectural style you’ll see. These styles also tell you a lot about the different influences and inspirations that these homes have incorporated. Lakeland is a wonderful place to be where you’ll definitely learn to appreciate these different architectural styles. Here are some of the amazing styles you’ll see around that just might inspire you to get one of your own.
Bungalow
People have a basic understanding of what a bungalow is. Aside … (3 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Common Things Not Covered by a Carillon Lakes Community Home Insurance - 10/20/15 12:50 AM
Common Things Not Covered by a Carillon Lakes Community Homes Insurance

Imagine sleeping soundly at your Carillon Lakes community home, confident about your home insurance policy when suddenly, heavy rains come crashing down and water builds up in your area, flooding your basement and garage. You wake up in the morning to find structural damage so you call your policy provider. However, they will tell you that damages because of flooding is not covered in your homeowner’s insurance and you have to pay for the repairs yourself.
 
 
Does this scenario sound familiar?
 
You can never be too confident about your home insurance policy. … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Training Opportunities near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 10/14/15 01:28 AM
Skills Training Opportunities near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
Activities that you can enjoy around Lakeland 55+ communities real estate also include workshops and classes. This town offers enjoyable and insightful trainings on skills you’ve always wanted to learn or maybe a new skill you’ve never heard of before. Here are a few ideas on what you can learn and enjoy in town.
Small business ventures
Your Lakeland 55+ communities real estate broker will definitely agree that learning about small business is great to learn. Central Florida SCORE Roundtables & Workshops offers classes where you can learn about how to put up a small … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 3 Bedroom Home for Sale in Lakeland FL | 826 Rockingham Rd - 10/13/15 05:00 AM
3 Bedroom Home for Sale in Lakeland FL with Easy Access to Lakes and Beaches | 826 Rockingham Rd
 
Fantastic remodeled 3/2 Block Home in Lakeland Fl located in the Wedgewood Golf & Country Club is move-in ready. You will be amazed at all the new upgrades. As you enter the home, you'll be amazed at the size of the living room/dining room layout beautiful styled in new neutral paint colors and stylish engineered wood flooring. You will fall in love with the layout of the new kitchen equipped with recessed lighting, a new stainless steel appliance package (refrigerator, dishwasher, glass top … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Best Kid-Friendly Halloween Movies for a Fun Family Night at Home - 10/13/15 12:01 AM
Best Kid-Friendly Halloween Movies for a Fun Family Night at Home
 
Popcorn? Check. Candy and chocolates? Check. Soft and comfortable seating? Check. Movies for a Halloween movie marathon? Uhh.. if you don’t have a list yet, here’s something to help. Check out these kid-friendly films for a fun Halloween family night at your Carillon Lakes community home:
 
 
ParaNorman (2012)
Zombies, mayhem, and destruction combined with a teenage boy who can talk to the dead and who lives in a town where an evil witch was once executed. This stop-motion animated film is one that will surely give you both the creeps and loads of … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Best Local Bookstores near Lakeland 55+ Real Estate - 10/08/15 02:31 AM
Best Local Bookstores near Lakeland 55+ Real Estate 
 
Lakeland is a town rich in resources especially when it comes to books. Whether you are bookworm or not, there is always a bookstore in Lakeland where you can find a good read. Keep on reading to discover awesome bookstores in town that are highly recommended by Lakeland 55+ real estate brokers:
Parker’s Books and Collectibles
Lakeland 55+ communities real estate is surrounded by a number of wonderful bookstores. One of the bookstores you don’t want to miss is the Parker’s Books and Collectibles. Though one of the youngest in the Lakeland bookstore scene, Parker’s always … (2 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: 5 Tips to Organize Your Carillon Lakes Community Home Walk-In Closet - 10/06/15 01:02 AM
5 Tips to Organize Your Carillon Lakes Community Home Walk-In Closet

Do you ever find yourself always running late in the morning because you can’t find any outfit to wear for the day? If you find most of your clothes either strewn on the floor and your shoes stored haphazardly under the shelves of the walk-in closet of your Carillon Lakes community home, it’s time to start putting your closet on a diet.
 
 
Just like how most diets start, one needs to plan out carefully on how to start purging your closet. Make an assessment about what items in your closet take up … (1 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Top Quick Getaways near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 09/30/15 01:42 AM
Top Quick Getaways near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
The weekend’s just around the corner and you’re probably planning to go on a quick getaway near Lakeland 55+ communities real estate. Before your list gets too long with the tons of places you can visit, you might want to see this list first. Below are three of the top destinations around the area that are perfect for quick getaways. There’s always something for everybody in and near the city. Get started on your quick adventure by starting with this list.
The Frank Lloyd Wright Collection
Your Lakeland 55+ communities real estate broker would be … (4 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: Happening Soon near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate - 09/23/15 02:25 AM
Happening Soon near Lakeland 55+ Communities Real Estate
 
Life around Lakeland 55+ communities real estate is such a lovely experience. The weather is just right, the people are awesome, the surroundings are just wonderful and there’s always something going on that keeps the city full of life. See what the city has in store for you with all these events happening soon.
First Friday - Friday Night Live
Your Lakeland FL real estate broker can assure you that there’s always something exciting to do on first Fridays in Downtown Lakeland. This coming October 2, come celebrate a night all for the love of visual … (1 comments)

lakeland fl homes for sale: How to Know Which Carillon Lakes Community Home Size to Buy - 09/21/15 11:33 PM
How to Know Which Carillon Lakes Community Home Size to Buy
 
"Bigger is better" is an old saying when it comes to choosing what size of house you should buy. A lot of people still believes this mantra when in fact, there are many factors to consider first before deciding on the size of house they should purchase. It is also advisable to assess your current living situation first before looking at Carillon Lakes community homes for sale. Here are some tips to help you decide the size of your next house.
 
Figure out how much you are willing to spend on the … (2 comments)

 
Petra Norris, Realtor, Lakeland FL Homes for Sale (Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.)

Petra Norris

Realtor, Lakeland FL Homes for Sale

Lakeland, FL

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Lakeland Real Estate Group, Inc.

Address: PO Box 92050, Lakeland, FL, 33804-2050

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