Top Tips for Relocating to the Coast of Central Florida

 

Here at the Joyce Marsh Homes & Lifestyles Team, we have been receiving many calls from people all around the country telling us they are considering relocating and making a move to Florida, but have so many questions about what they can expect, how to start planning such a major move, and where to start?

 

Obviously this is a major decision, and one that requires a great detail of research and planning beforehand.  If you are considering moving to Florida, here are a few tips to ensure a smooth move and relocation:

 

1.  Location will be your number one decision.  Deciding where to relocate in Florida.  Do you have friends or family already living in Florida? Some areas of Florida are more congested than others with more traffic. Florida is a large state and very diverse each with their own flavor.  The various regions of Florida are:

2.  Climate Considerations - Winters here are very mild.  No winter coats or shoveling snow here.  Some nights can get chilly, but the warmer weather usually returns the next day.  On the other hand, some people need time to adjust to the changes in humidity and hotter summers.  Year round temperatures are different for each region, so do some research beforehand on the year-round temperatures of the region you are considering.  

 

3.  Buying a Home in Florida -  Making a Real Estate Purchase - Make sure that you are dealing with a knowledgeable, trustworthy Licensed State of Florida Realtor who can guide you through the process and help you find the perfect home and lifestyle for you and your family.   A Realtor can not only help you with finding a home, but also will provide information about the area, market information, real estate prices, taxes, closing costs, and other expenses connected with your home buying purchase.  Your Realtor can also advise you about local shopping, restaurants, areas of interest, schools, etc.

 

4.  Schools:  Public, Private, Higher Education.  You can research schools in Florida by visiting the Florida Department of Education Florida Education Website  

 

5. Finance:  Here in Florida, we have no state income tax.  Each county has separate real estate taxes. You can obtain more information about each County by visiting the County Property Appraisers website for the county you are moving to.  Florida Counties Map and Lists

 

6.  Lifestyle -  Do you want to live in a Golf Community? Near the Beach? Do you love water sports, boating, fishing, biking, walking, running   Or is living in a downtown urban setting more appealing to you? Close to shopping?  Cultural Events & Museums?  Is it important to be close to medical services, hospitals?  Do you need to be close to your employment?  These are all considerations that will play a big part in your final decision.

 

7.  Residency:  Now that you have decided to make the move to Florida, you will have to establish residency here.  Visit the Official State of Florida Website for a wealth of information and assistance. Doing business in Florida, Government offices, Licensing, Tags and Titles, Insurance,  are all covered in great detail on the website.

 

8.  Environment:  Floridians are very concerned about protecting our environment.  Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) www.dep.state.fl.us is the lead agency for environmental management and stewardship in the state government, protecting our air, water, and land.  The State of Florida is surrounded by water, with lakes, rivers, canals, and marsh's throughout. 

 

My family moved to Florida over 30 years ago and we fell in love with the State of Florida from our very first visit. If you are considering a move to Florida, or the Greater Central Florida area, we are here to assist you with your move. Helping you find the right area of central Florida and helping you navigate through the decisions that you will be facing.  We look forward to hearing from you!  

 

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