Many DeLand residents are passionate about Stetson athletics, notably baseball. In recent years, the Stetson baseball team has received national fame, thanks to a few alumni who have have made it to the big leagues. In 2014, New York Mets pitcher and former Stetson player, Jacob deGrom was called up to the big leagues and […]
Many long-time locals in Volusia County have fond memories of the Athens Theater. The theater has been an iconic structure in Downtown DeLand since it opened its doors. With a unique history, it has aged with time like a vintage wine. Thanks to key leadership, the Athens Theater will continue to carry its legacy while […]
Florida summers can be challenging, especially with a young family. School will be out in a few weeks which is great, but what about entertaining the kids all summer? How can you keep them busy in the Florida heat? Most likely that will involve water, and probably a pool somewhere. Don’t have access to a […]
Maintaining a yard in Florida can be expensive, time consuming or both. Owning multiple properties just adds several more layers of expenses. Keeping up with watering, fertilizer and weeding can be a daunting task and many people over do it. However, if you don’t have the correct plants and grass, it can make your job […]
One of the biggest draws for families when finding a new place to live is close proximity to their child’s school. When thinking of Small Town, USA, many think of images of television towns like Mayberry where walking to school was common and safe. Although there probably aren’t many places like Mayberry left, DeLand has […]
Florida is popular to so many residents and visitors for its fall, winter and spring seasons. When it comes to summer, the heat and humidity can make it challenging to enjoy the outdoors. Other than the beach or the nearest swimming pool, it can be difficult to find ways to entertain yourself and your family […]
The St. Johns River is one of Florida’s natural wonders with an unsurpassed beauty like no other in our state. For generations the river has captivated hearts of those who have visited our state and is a constant reminder of authentic Florida to those who live here. Some of the earliest records of the River […]
The internet offers many different platforms for folks to make extra money. Thanks to Uber, you can start your own “taxi-like” business to transport people in your neighborhood or city. Users can work when they want and accept business as it comes. Likewise, Airbnb is to your home, as Uber is to your car. Airbnb […]
The Downtown DeLand area is full of unique businesses that gives the area character and charm that is like no where else. They each tell a story that is part of a greater story in our area. Many of the businesses are visible when you walk down Woodland Blvd. However, there are many businesses that […]
Back in the 1990s, Victoria Park was the inspiration of development company Arvida. Since that time, it changed the landscape of residential homes in South DeLand. Victoria Park’s signature community, Victoria Hills, offers a golf course lifestyle among several other amenities that position this community with some of the best that Central Florida has to […]
Living in Florida has many benefits. Our climate and beaches are a few of the top reasons why many call Florida home. However, if you are an allergy sufferer, it can sometimes make life frustrating, especially when you want to enjoy the outdoors. Sometimes, our own homes can be the source of many problems for […]
You’ve heard the expression, “you can’t have your cake and eat it, too,” right? Or what about, “you can’t have the best of both worlds?” It turns out, you can have “the best of both worlds,” and, “have your cake and eat it, too,” at least when it comes to this piece of property. Finding […]
Spring 2016 will be one for the DeLand history books. We’ve said hello to new developments, witnessed positive growth in the downtown core, and said goodbye to some beloved DeLand establishments. Which brings us to the following: 250 E. International Speedway Boulevard Though this address doesn’t carry name recognition on its own, this 0.8 Acre […]
Even if you are not a literary fan, you have likely heard of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings or are familiar with her work. In 1939 she won the Pulitzer Prize for fiction for her novel “The Yearling.” The book was later adapted into a movie staring Gregory Peck. The setting of the book and movie put […]
Many of our clients own extra properties that they rent out to tenants to earn extra income. Leasing out real estate can be a solid part of your overall financial plan or retirement. If you are new to leasing to tenants, we hope that you have great tenants that pay on time every month. However, […]