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Becoming a Real Estate Investor: Steps for Success
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Becoming a Real Estate Investor: Steps for Success

Guest posted by Lauren McGee; edited by
Becoming a real estate investor is an exciting experience, and for some it may seem intimidating as well. Be sure to prepare for this new venture by following key steps. They will reduce risk and maximize the probability of success. Below, Ocala Homes Online offers...
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Ocala Home Styles: 2024 Forecast
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Ocala Home Styles: 2024 Forecast

Guest posted by Richard Jackson; edited by
The ever-evolving world of Ocala home styles is exciting indeed. 2024 is predicted to usher in a refreshing blend of bold statements and intimate, social settings. As we continue to tailor our homes to our post-pandemic lifestyles, we will see a resurgence of personal expression....
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The Mother’s Day Tradition
Lifestyle What's Happening

The Mother’s Day Tradition

The Mother's Day tradition offers many and varied opportunities to celebrate the amazing women in our lives. Each lady is special in her own way, and each deserves to be celebrated and shown how much she is valued. The Origins of the "Mother's Day in...
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Ocala Winning Offer – Price & Terms
Real Estate

Ocala Winning Offer – Price & Terms

To make an Ocala winning offer, you must balance price and terms carefully. Our market is evolving and many factors are interacting to make Ocala a great place to invest in real estate. Some of these are two edged swords. For example, while interest rates...
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Ocala Spa Bathroom – 10 Design Suggestions
Real Estate

Ocala Spa Bathroom – 10 Design Suggestions

Create the Ocala spa bathroom you dream of. Follow these tips to add value to your home by making your bathroom a luxury escape.1 Ahhh, the spa. For some of us, it’s been too long since we’ve gone to a real spa. We miss the...
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Interest Rate Hack Strategy: Buying An Ocala Home
Real Estate

Interest Rate Hack Strategy: Buying An Ocala Home

With interest rates significantly higher than in the recent past, here are some interest rate hack strategies that will help you to bridge the gap. If you were ready to buy before rates increased, don't give up on your dreams. Employing one or more of...
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Spring Housing Market – Prepare To Compete
Real Estate

Spring Housing Market – Prepare To Compete

The Ocala spring housing market is upon us. Of course, once upon a time, we lived in a dream real estate market. Homes were appreciating quickly, jobs were plentiful and both inflation and interest rates were at record lows. In short, the economy was thriving...
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Ocala Real Estate Surging – Nationally, Mansion Sales Plummeting
Real Estate

Ocala Real Estate Surging – Nationally, Mansion Sales Plummeting

The Ocala real estate market is surging. Actually, that statement speaks more to the future and the immediate past than to today. But there is no doubt in my mind that the future of our real estate market is exceptionally bright. Fortunately, people like Larry...
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An Ocala Open House: Whom Does It Benefit?
Real Estate

An Ocala Open House: Whom Does It Benefit?

Does holding an Ocala open house have value? Imagine this scenario: Since you decided to sell your home, you have quickly become inundated with advice. To be sure, family, friends and neighbors all want to have their input. Your favorite aunt says, "make sure your...
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Sell My Ocala House Now?
Real Estate

Sell My Ocala House Now?

So you feel like it’s time to move. But you keep asking yourself, should I sell my Ocala house now? After all, there is so much family history in your home. There are so many memories packed within its four walls, not to mention all...
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Ocala Real Estate Investment Forecast: Update 02/2023
Real Estate

Ocala Real Estate Investment Forecast: Update 02/2023

Our Ocala real estate investment forecast points to this area being at the vortex of a perfect storm. The economic forces generated by the amazing efforts of our Chamber & Economic Partnership and the opening of the World Equestrian Center create extraordinary opportunities for real...
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Ocala Home Decor: 6 Trends To Watch in 2023
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Ocala Home Decor: 6 Trends To Watch in 2023

Over the past few years the focus of Ocala home decor has changed. Many of us have spent more time than usual in our "castles". Therefore, we have learned to appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable. As a result,...
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Ocala Residential Projects & Infrastructure
Real Estate

Ocala Residential Projects & Infrastructure

Many have voiced concern about the rapid development of Ocala residential projects. Some have even sought to turn the clock back and return to city and county development plans of the past. However, clearly that ship has sailed. When planners approved the building of the...
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Ocala Haute Cuisine
Dining Around Town. Lifestyle

Ocala Haute Cuisine

The essence of Ocala haute cuisine is evolving as more and more amazing options become available every day. My wife and I are passionate about many things, but travel and fine dining near the top of our list. We have traveled to six of the...
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Ocala Real Estate Forecast 2023
Real Estate

Ocala Real Estate Forecast 2023

The Ocala real estate forecast is for strength in intermediate and long terms. Of course, last year one factor drove the real estate market more than any other, rising mortgage rates.  In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in...
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Ocala Homeowners’ Insurance Guide
Real Estate

Ocala Homeowners’ Insurance Guide

While no-one likes to think about disasters we may encounter, an Ocala homeowners' insurance policy offers protection, and with it peace of mind. Severe weather, fire, theft, or even a seemingly small issue like a broken pipe, can wreak havoc. As a result, you may...
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Christmas In Ocala – Spectacular!
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Christmas In Ocala – Spectacular!

Christmas in Ocala is a marvelous time of year. Charles Dickens tells of a man who learns how to celebrate Christmas in his holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. Of course we in Ocala also know how to celebrate the holiday and this year's celebration will...
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Ocala Living: Advice In A Season of Inflation
Lifestyle Real Estate

Ocala Living: Advice In A Season of Inflation

Ocala living is about enjoying the holiday season with family, friends and neighbors. Be proud, of our town. But you don't have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style, even in these inflationary times. Prices may be higher on everything from food...
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Home Town Ocala: The Arts
Lifestyle

Home Town Ocala: The Arts

Our home town, Ocala, offers lifestyles to please everyone. Of course, the arts are integral to life in our community. Therefore, we support them with all our souls. Our flirtation with the nurturing of the arts began with the Hub, a clothing store founded in...
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Holidays Ocala Style: Enjoy The Experience
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Holidays Ocala Style: Enjoy The Experience

Celebrate the holidays Ocala style. Our town is an amazing place where festivities abound from Halloween to New Years Eve. Among them are the many offerings of the World Equestrian Center. Of course, this is also a time to enjoy a symphony under the stars,...
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