Did You Know Your Realtor Can Fire You?

Here’s How to Avoid It People who make up the real estate market include home buyers, sellers and their Realtor®. In Florida, Realtors work as transaction brokers, unless the customer and broker agree to establish a single agent or no brokerage relationship in writing. As a transaction broker, the Realtor can guide both parties, sometimes simultaneously, through the transaction to get to the closing table. … Continue reading Did You Know Your Realtor Can Fire You?

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Volusia Homes: The Dos and Don’ts of Selling Quickly

Over the past couple of years, it seemed like every home in Volusia County was selling within a few days of hitting the market. According to the New Smyrna Beach Board of Realtors’ monthly market detail for January and February 2023, the number of days from listing to contract has extraordinarily increased when compared to last year. When considering the local market report’s median and … Continue reading Volusia Homes: The Dos and Don’ts of Selling Quickly

Local Film Premieres at Reel Deal Film Festival

The inaugural Reel Deal Film Festival opens in New Smyrna Beach on September 30. “My Invisible Husband” Premieres September 30 and Kicks off Film Festival The festival has attracted submissions from over 40 countries and most of the United States. The Premiere Party kick off, A Taste of New Smyrna, will screen the world premiere of “My Invisible Husband,” directed by Brent Eite and produced … Continue reading Local Film Premieres at Reel Deal Film Festival

Wild Florida: A New Ride on the Wild Side

Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters  You may recall earlier this year, our family visited Wild Florida, just south of Orlando. We had an amazing time there and were thrilled when we were invited back to try out the wildlife park’s newest experience, the VIP Safari Tour.  Wild Florida offers the chance to not only see native Florida wildlife, but exotic creatures as well, in … Continue reading Wild Florida: A New Ride on the Wild Side

Pavilion at Port Orange Carnival

The Pavilion at Port Orange is hosting a carnival with rides this Friday, July 9, through Sunday, July 11, and Tuesday, July 13, through Sunday, July 18. Pavilion at Port Orange Carnival Hours and Pricing July 9-11 and July 13 – 18 Located at the Pavilion at Port Orange, 5501 S. Williamson Blvd., Port Orange, FL 32128 Free Parking and Free Admission Pavilion at Port … Continue reading Pavilion at Port Orange Carnival

2020 Strike It Rich Fundraiser Boasts $10,000 Prize

It’s official – the Kiwanis Foundation of Southeast Volusia County is pleased to announce our annual 2020 Strike It Rich Fundraiser and we want to see you there! Tickets and What’s Included A ticket for $150 gets you dinner for two, open bar, music, dancing and cash prizes. Think of it… instant winners, 50/50, BINGO, Beach Carts of Cheer raffles and a possible grand prize … Continue reading 2020 Strike It Rich Fundraiser Boasts $10,000 Prize

Spirits Among Us

Mount Dora Ghost Tours Text//Photos by Kelsey Walters With Florida’s lengthy history, it’s common to hear tales of haunted grounds and ghost sightings throughout the state. Nearby St. Augustine’s ancient city is well-known for its ghostly guests and sinister past, but there is a new ghost tour through the haunted hilltop city of Mount Dora that’s already getting a lot of buzz, from both the … Continue reading Spirits Among Us

Pick Your Pass

Living in Florida, we are all well aware of the plethora of theme parks in our backyard. People travel from all over the world, sometimes spending their life savings, to visit these places on vacation. It baffles me when I come across another Floridian that has never stepped foot in one of our “native” theme parks.  Most, if not all, of the state’s theme parks … Continue reading Pick Your Pass

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INSIDE LOOK: Daytona Beach Parasail & Daytona Speedboat Adventures

Interview by Tiffany Yancey // Photos by Kelsey Walters DAYTONA BEACH PARASAIL 4936 S. Peninsula Dr., Ponce Inlet, FL 32127 • (386) 481-3050  DaytonaParasail.com FB: DaytonaBeachParasail • Insta: @DaytonaParasail  Q: What do you say to first-timers who are interested in the experience but still may be a little nervous?  A: Parasailing can seem a little intimidating and scary at first, but once you get up … Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Daytona Beach Parasail & Daytona Speedboat Adventures

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2019 Real Estate Market Report

Volusia County’s 2019 Real Estate Market Forecast Volusia residents and visitors are wondering what to expect for the 2019 real estate market. For 2018, the market started with high home prices, historically low mortgage rates and a seller’s market. Has turnover in the housing market peaked? National housing experts predict price gains can only decelerate. The New Smyrna Beach Board of REALTORS Residential Market Statistics … Continue reading 2019 Real Estate Market Report