What is the 80/20 rule for over 55 communities according to the federal government? The Housing for Older Persons Act of 1995 states that the minimum standard to obtain housing for persons who are 55 years of age or older status is that ‘‘at least 80%’’ of the occupied units be occupied by persons 55 [...]

How many of you are familiar with the GRANNY FLATS ACT in Florida?  If you’re looking at helping one of your parents or grandparents with housing down the road this will be of interest to you. GRANNY FLATS: A reduction in assessed value of homestead property which results from the construction or reconstruction of property [...]

All my buyer’s looking for a home in one of our retirement communities here in Ocala Florida have the same questions about monthly costs.   Below is an estimate to help buyers know what to budget for on a monthly basis.      Water 100 Home Owners  Insurance $800 67 HOA  Homeowners Assoc. Dues 121 Lawn [...]

Bob and Joan I want to thank you for your business as I really appreciate it.  You were a pleasure to work with and I know you will enjoy your new home and new friends.  If I can help with anything in the future just let me know.  

Mandatory Education is now required for board members of Condominiums in the state of Florida. In the future we may see this for homeowner associations. [youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4HEZ8fBgVfk] Specializing in over 55 communities in Ocala Florida Dawn Rupersburg Coral Shores Realty 352-553-3369  

Lester and Kathy bought a beautiful home in Oak Run.   Thank you again Lester and Kathy!!!  You know where to find me if you need anything else.. As an out-of-state buyers looking for the right place to retire, Dawn really helped us focus in on what was available that matched our wish list.  Not only did [...]

Hey everyone!!! Just wanted to give a shout out that Coral Shores Realty moved from it’s old Ocala office location to it’s new one. We use to be in Six Gun Plaza on Silver Springs Blvd. We are now in the Jasmine Plaza on 200.  We are just a hop skip and a jump from [...]

The Median sales price for over 55 Communities in Marion County Florida is $85,000 from the MLS data I pulled up today.   This means that half of the homes that were sold in 2011 thus far sold for $85,000 and under and half the homes sold for over $85,000.  The table below shows how many [...]

Dawn Rupersburg is a full time Realtor who specializes in Ocala Florida Retirement Communities.   If you’re looking to retire in the Ocala area permanently or  want a second home in one of our over 55 communities just give Dawn a call as she will be happy to help you.  Dawn can save you a lot of time by helping you locate the [...]