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Orlando real-estate notes & neighborhood answers

Short, useful reads on Central Florida neighborhoods, market questions, and the things buyers and sellers email us about. Written by Mourad Elbanna.

Owning in Florida

The Florida Homestead Exemption, Explained

The $50,000 break, the Save Our Homes 3% cap, portability, and how to file free before March 1.

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Neighborhoods

Is Winter Park a Good Place to Live? (2026) | SLA Realty Group

Park Avenue, top schools, and lakefront charm — plus the real trade-offs of buying in Winter Park.

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Compare Areas

Lake Nona vs. Winter Garden: Which Orlando Suburb Fits You? | SLA Realty

Two of Orlando’s hottest planned suburbs, compared on prices, commute, and lifestyle.

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Buying Tips

What Are CDD Fees in Florida? (And Should They Scare You Off?) | SLA Realty

What CDD assessments pay for, how they differ from HOA dues, and whether they should change your decision.

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Buying Tips

How Much House Can You Afford in Orlando? | SLA Realty Group

The simple rule, what really counts toward your Florida payment, and how to get a real number.

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Neighborhoods

Best Orlando Suburbs for Families (2026) | SLA Realty Group

Oviedo, Lake Mary, Winter Garden and more — where families settle and why.

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Relocation

Moving to Orlando from New York: What to Expect | SLA Realty Group

Taxes, cost of living, weather, and what your housing dollar really buys down here.

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Investing

Are Condos a Good Investment in Orlando? | SLA Realty Group

Rental demand, HOA math, financing rules, and how condos stack up against houses.

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Compare Areas

Dr. Phillips vs. Windermere: Luxury Orlando Compared | SLA Realty Group

Two of Orlando’s premier addresses, compared on homes, lifestyle, and price.

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Investing

What to Know Before Buying a Vacation Home Near Disney | SLA Realty

Short-term-rental zoning, the resort communities that allow it, and the real costs.

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Neighborhoods

Clermont, FL: Why Buyers Are Heading West of Orlando | SLA Realty

Rolling hills, newer homes, and more space for the money — with one trade-off.

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Buying Tips

How Property Taxes Work in Orange County, Florida | SLA Realty Group

Millage, the homestead exemption, and the Save Our Homes cap — your bill, explained.

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Selling Tips

Selling Your Home in Winter Garden: A Local’s Tips | SLA Realty Group

Pricing in a hot west-Orange market, prepping for buyers, and getting top dollar.

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