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Safety Tips for Renters: Ensuring Your Smoke Detectors Are Ready 

Safety Tips for Renters: Ensuring Your Smoke Detectors Are Ready 

Safety Tips for Renters: Ensuring Your Smoke Detectors Are Ready

As renters, it’s important to stay proactive about fire safety. Smoke detectors are essential for protecting you and your home. Here are some key safety tips to keep in mind:

1. Test Monthly

Press the test button on each smoke detector once a month to ensure it’s working properly. Regular testing is a simple way to stay safe.

2. Replace Batteries Regulations 

Replace the batteries in your smoke detectors at least once a year—or sooner if you hear the low-battery alert. Fresh batteries help ensure reliable operation.

3. Check Expiration Dates 

Smoke detectors typically last around 10 years. Be sure to replace yours if it’s nearing the end of its lifespan, or if it shows signs of malfunction.

4. Report Issues Promptly 

If you notice that a smoke detector is malfunctioning, missing, or making strange noises, inform your landlord right away. Quick action can prevent serious issues.

5. Familiarize Yourself with the Escape Plan  

Know your building’s fire escape routes, exits, and designated meeting areas. This knowledge is crucial in an emergency situation.

6. Know Local Regulations 

Different areas may have specific rules regarding smoke detector maintenance. Contact your local fire department or building office to stay informed about your area’s requirements. 

By following these simple guidelines, you can help protect yourself and your home from fire hazards. Stay safe and take action today! 

Behind the Gates of ChampionsGate

Behind the Gates of ChampionsGate

Behind the Gates of ChampionsGate

Nestled beyond the Gate within the heart of Central Florida lies the City of ChampionsGate. The location is one the most attractive features of ChampionsGate. Positioned within the Golden Triangle, I-4, SR 192 and SR 27, it is just miles from Walt Disney World, Posner Park for Shopping, Old Town, Orlando Premium Outlets, The Mall at Millenia, and countless casual and fine dining restaurants.

ChampionsGate will offer something for pre-retirees, retirees, and vacation home buyers and is sure to “wow” the international set. The convenient location, 22 different stunning home designs, and acres of lush landscaping and top of the line amenities will make this the most sought-after community in Central Florida.

So whether you are still raising the kids, ready to retire, want to enjoy the leisure life daily, or want a second home in a resort-style, amenity-filled community in sunny Orlando, Florida, ChampionsGate offers something for everyone.

The Retreat at ChampionsGate

The Retreat Entrance sign in champions gate

The Retreat Estates at ChampionsGate is the ideal place for your vacation home. This premier Lennar community offers resort-style amenities in a welcoming atmosphere.  Several major highways link ChampionsGate to the surrounding areas for easy accessibility to major outlet shopping centers, Orlando’s International Drive and airport.

Residents of the Retreat Estates have access to the state-of-the-art, luxury-inspired Oasis Club. This exclusive clubhouse features a resort-style swimming pool with a lazy river and splash pad, a fully-equipped fitness center, a tiki bar, theater room, a restaurant and bar, and so much more!

The Estates at ChampionsGate

The Estates at ChampionsGate by Lennar is centrally situated near the Oasis Club water park complex and Clubhouse. This phase is aimed towards the buyer looking to purchase a first or second home but does not plan to place the property on the short-term rental market. This wonderful residential community will have golf course views and have larger home lots.

The Estates community Pool

Merill Gardens 55+ Community at ChampionsGate

The Retreat Entrance sign in champions gate

Merill Gardens 55+ Community offers private apartments with generous living spaces and a choice of floor plans. Bring your small pet and all the personal touches that make your house a home. Anytime Dining gives you the flexibility to enjoy your meals just like you did at home—on your schedule.

The activities calendar is driven by the desires of the people who live here—from fitness classes to charity work to community volunteering opportunities to games to outings—it’s all at your fingertips.

Chair yoga, giant crosswords, day trips, ice cream socials, skits, strength training, movies, bingo, swimming, wine and cheese tastings, TED talks, scenic drives, pet therapy, bread baking, national food day celebrations, jazz concerts, Bible studies, and picnics are just a few of the things going on in any given week. The only complaint seems to be that residents just don’t have time to fit it all in!

Ready to make a Move?

Bardell Real Estate are the experts in helping you with your selling, buying or renting needs near Orlando, Florida. Make your Disney area experience a forever memorable one. Call us now to speak to a real estate agent.

 

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Home Sales Climb 2.5% in July

Home Sales Climb 2.5% in July

Home Sales Climb 2.5% in July

Existing-home sales strengthened in July, a positive reversal after total sales were down slightly in the previous month, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Northeast transactions declined, but the other three major U.S. regions recorded sales increases, including vast growth in the West.

 

Regional breakdown
 According to  National Association of Realtors® (NAR). Compared to June, existing-home sales recorded in July rose in the Midwest, South and West, but fell slightly in the Northeast region. Compared to last year, July sales dropped in the Northeast and West while experiencing modest gains in the Midwest and South. Median home prices rose from a year ago, except in the Northeast.

July existing-home sales in the Northeast decreased 2.9% to an annual rate of 660,000, a 4.3% decline from a year ago. The median price in the Northeast was $305,800, down 1.0% from July 2018.

In the Midwest, existing-home sales edged up 1.6% to an annual rate of 1.27 million, which is a 0.8% increase from July 2018. The median price in the Midwest was $226,300, an 8.1% surge from a year ago.

Existing-home sales in the South increased 1.8% to an annual rate of 2.31 million in July, up 2.7% from a year ago. The median price in the South was $245,100, up 5.2% from one year ago.

Existing-home sales in the West shot up 8.3% to an annual rate of 1.18 million in July, just 0.8% below a year ago. The median price in the West was $408,000, up 3.7% from July 2018.

Single-family and condo/co-op sales
Single-family home sales sat at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.84 million in July, up from 4.71 million in June and up 1.0% from a year ago. The median existing single-family home price was $284,000 in July 2019, up 4.5% from July 2018.

Existing condominium and co-op sales were recorded at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 580,000 units in July, about equal to the rate from the prior month and down 3.3% from a year ago. The median existing condo price was $254,300 in July, which is up 2.5% from a year ago.

Compared to June, existing-home sales recorded in July rose in the Midwest, South and West, but fell slightly in the Northeast region. Compared to last year, July sales dropped in the Northeast and West while experiencing modest gains in the Midwest and South. Median home prices rose from a year ago, except in the Northeast.

July existing-home sales in the Northeast decreased 2.9% to an annual rate of 660,000, a 4.3% decline from a year ago. The median price in the Northeast was $305,800, down 1.0% from July 2018.

In the Midwest, existing-home sales edged up 1.6% to an annual rate of 1.27 million, which is a 0.8% increase from July 2018. The median price in the Midwest was $226,300, an 8.1% surge from a year ago.

Existing-home sales in the South increased 1.8% to an annual rate of 2.31 million in July, up 2.7% from a year ago. The median price in the South was $245,100, up 5.2% from one year ago.

Existing-home sales in the West shot up 8.3% to an annual rate of 1.18 million in July, just 0.8% below a year ago. The median price in the West was $408,000, up 3.7% from July 2018.

Single-family and condo/co-op sales
Single-family home sales sat at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.84 million in July, up from 4.71 million in June and up 1.0% from a year ago. The median existing single-family home price was $284,000 in July 2019, up 4.5% from July 2018.

Existing condominium and co-op sales were recorded at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 580,000 units in July, about equal to the rate from the prior month and down 3.3% from a year ago. The median existing condo price was $254,300 in July, which is up 2.5% from a year ago.

Compared to June, existing-home sales recorded in July rose in the Midwest, South and West, but fell slightly in the Northeast region. Compared to last year, July sales dropped in the Northeast and West while experiencing modest gains in the Midwest and South. Median home prices rose from a year ago, except in the Northeast.

July existing-home sales in the Northeast decreased 2.9% to an annual rate of 660,000, a 4.3% decline from a year ago. The median price in the Northeast was $305,800, down 1.0% from July 2018.

In the Midwest, existing-home sales edged up 1.6% to an annual rate of 1.27 million, which is a 0.8% increase from July 2018. The median price in the Midwest was $226,300, an 8.1% surge from a year ago.

Existing-home sales in the South increased 1.8% to an annual rate of 2.31 million in July, up 2.7% from a year ago. The median price in the South was $245,100, up 5.2% from one year ago.

Existing-home sales in the West shot up 8.3% to an annual rate of 1.18 million in July, just 0.8% below a year ago. The median price in the West was $408,000, up 3.7% from July 2018.

Single-family and condo/co-op sales
Single-family home sales sat at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.84 million in July, up from 4.71 million in June and up 1.0% from a year ago. The median existing single-family home price was $284,000 in July 2019, up 4.5% from July 2018.

Existing condominium and co-op sales were recorded at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 580,000 units in July, about equal to the rate from the prior month and down 3.3% from a year ago. The median existing condo price was $254,300 in July, which is up 2.5% from a year ago.

Out and About With Bardell Real Estate-Magical Dining is finally here!

Out and About With Bardell Real Estate-Magical Dining is finally here!

Out and About With Bardell Real Estate-Magical Dining is finally here!

“Magical Dining Begins Aug. 23: Visit Orlando.” Https://Www.visitorlando.com, 16 July 2019, youtu.be/Q699Tbl8Bec?list=PLw83o3Zoc_WoTkNE1IHJLqYPdslebXnvA.

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining: Eat for a Cause

Every year, $1 from every meal served during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining benefits one or more local nonprofits that help children in need. So, not only does Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining offer outstanding meals at outstanding prices, but it provides you with the opportunity to support outstanding causes while you’re at it!

Restaurants

Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining takes placeAugust 23 – September 30, 2019. Prior to the start of the next edition, this page will be updated with a full list of participating restaurants and menus, including designated options for vegans, vegetarians and gluten-free diets.

The restaurant listings will include direct links to OpenTable, making it easy and convenient to reserve your preferred eateries during Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining. Just scroll, click the OpenTable links for your choices, and get ready to eat! 

Download Visit Orlando’s Magical Dining Restaurant Checklist and Map.-Provided by https://www.visitorlando.com/en/magical-dining

ChampionsGate, The Retreat – Inventory Home Available

ChampionsGate, The Retreat – Inventory Home Available

Find ChampionsGate homes for sale and be a part of the wonderful city of ChampionsGate! This up-and-coming city has brand new shopping centers and is conveniently located near all the entertainment that Orlando has to offer. With a combination of single family homes, town homes and condo’s in stunning residential and resort style vacation communities ChampionsGate offers something for everyone. Guests in the vacation home communities have access to some of the best resort amenities in Central Florida including The Oasis a 20,000 sq ft clubhouse offering luxurious surroundings along with a swimming pool,  cabanas, fitness center, aerobics studio, sports courts for tennis and volleyball and more! 

The Retreat at ChampionsGate has a 6 bedroom 6 bathroom Single-Family-Home available for sale and occupancy immediately! Not convinced? What if we told you that you might be offered a $15,000 buying incentive? We know purchasing a home can be a difficult process but we are here to help you every step of the way! Click the image or ‘Request Info’ below to see photos and get more information on this beautiful home!

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K159 – Fiji Floor Plan (Ready NOW)
$506,070
6 Bedrooms | 6 Bathrooms | 3,348 q ft
Up To $15,000 in Incentives
Spacious 2 Story Floor Plan with Covered Lanai

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