Posts by Tom Guercio
How Are Higher Interest Rates Affecting Clermont Buyers in 2026? A Local Perspective from The Florida Agents
Question: How are higher interest rates affecting Clermont buyers in 2026? Answer: Higher interest rates are impacting affordability, monthly payments, and buyer decision-making in Clermont, Florida. However, many buyers are still moving forward by adjusting their price range, exploring different loan options, negotiating builder incentives, or focusing on long-term goals instead of short-term rates. While…
Read MoreWhat Credit Score Do I Need to Buy a Home in Clermont, Florida? A Simple Explanation from The Florida Agents
Question: What credit score do I need to buy a home in Clermont, Florida? Answer: In most cases, you can buy a home in Clermont with a credit score as low as 580 using an FHA loan, around 620 for many conventional loans, and sometimes lower depending on the loan program and lender. The exact…
Read MoreLiving in Clermont, Florida: Why Locals Love This Lake Town
Question: What is it like living in Clermont, Florida? Answer: Living in Clermont, Florida, offers a unique lifestyle centered around lakes, outdoor recreation, and a growing community just west of Orlando. Known for its rolling hills, the Clermont Chain of Lakes, and a charming historic downtown, the city has become one of Central Florida’s most…
Read MoreMoving to Florida with a leased car: What you need to know
If you are moving to Florida, you in for an amazing life. But, you may also have a checklist of things to do before you head to the sunshine state; things like figuring out your car lease situation. Car leases are tough because they are iron-clad and often have very little wiggle-room for negotiation or…
Read MoreHow to convince someone to move to Florida?
Okay, we get it, living in Florida with people we love is an amazing life. And if you are reading this blog, you either already live in Florida or you want to move to Florida AND there is someone in your life who needs a nudge to come to Florida. Are we close??? If that’s…
Read MoreUnveiling the Best Times to Visit Florida: A Guide to peak season.
Nowhere beats the stunning beaches and loads of attractions that Florida has to offer. Heck, that’s why we moved here—we wanted to have access year round. But, Florida’s peak season can be tricky to time. Choosing the right time to visit or move is really important and can make or break your experience. This guide…
Read MoreThe Realities of Public Transportation in Florida: An Insider’s Perspective
Thinking about a move to Florida and wondering what the public transportation looks like? This is the blog for you.
Read MoreCan You Be a Resident in Florida and New York? Understanding Dual Residency
Should you make Florida your permanent home or do you want to keep New York as your primary residence and snow-bird for part of the year? A significant number of our clients have been drawn to Florida, enticed by its beautiful sunshine, warm beaches, laid-back lifestyle, and notably, the benefit of reduced tax obligations. But,…
Read MoreWhy is it raining in Florida so much now? Facts, figures, and data.
You may have heard that Florida gets a ton of rain, from hurricanes to afternoon storms, but is Florida experiencing more rain than normal? We’ve lived in Florida for years, and we’ve been through multiple hurricanes, tropical storms, and hundreds of afternoon thunderstorms. In fact, we were really surprised by how often it rains in…
Read MoreCan I move to Orlando without a job?
You may be envisioning a bright, sunny paradise with plenty of promising job opportunities just beyond the border in Florida. But, can you assume there will be jobs here when you get here? While most of our clients move to Florida with a job in-hand, there have been a few who have moved here without…
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