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The January Team Donovan community reports have now been updated and are available from the following link:

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The December Team Donovan community reports have now been updated and are available from the following link:

                                                                                Community Reports

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Many of today’s homeowners are getting more out of their investment by renting out their vacation homes in Orlando, FL. Although this provides a significant source of additional income, it can also require you to take on additional responsibilities.

Managing a vacation property takes time, energy, and money. Maintaining your property requires ongoing maintenance and repairs.

Hiring a property manager is the best way to meet the needs of your home and make it profitable over time.Knowing what to ask a vacation property manager ensures that you work with a knowledgeable and experienced professional.

What Services Does the Vacation Property Manager Provide?

You may have already received a price quote from a property manager. But you need to fully…

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Rare find! Top floor 2 bedrooms 2 bathroom condo located in the fantastic Tradewinds community! This condominium is an ideal opportunity for investment. Currently, tenant occupied with the lease ending July 31st, 2018. The unit is both homey and spacious and features a covered balcony. Current Tenant's rent is $900. These condominiums do not stay on the market for long, inquire today! Also available is S. Hiawassee Unit 1628 just next door! 

 

Asking Price: $99,950

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Fabulous top floor 2 bedrooms 2 bathroom condo located in the lovely Tradewinds community! This condominium is a perfect opportunity for investment. Currently, tenant occupied with the lease ending Dec. 31st, 2017. The home is both comfortable and spacious and features a covered balcony. Current Tenant's rent is $995. These units do not stay on the market for long, inquire today! Also available is S. Hiawassee Unit 1627 just next door!

   

Asking Price: $99,950

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It’s no secret that Orlando is a popular holiday destination for families. As the theme park capital of the world, parents and children come from all over the globe every year to see Mickey Mouse and experience the magic of Hogwarts at Universal Studios. 

Many of these families come for an extended stay, which makes owning a vacation home a smart investment since you can offer it as a short-term rental to accommodate these visitors. Vacation rentals are more affordable for families who plan longer visits than it would be to stay in a hotel. 

So, how can Orlando vacation rental owners ensure that families choose their property for a holiday visit? 

Simply specifying “children welcome” on a vacation home listing website is not enough to ensure a…

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The market for Orlando holiday rental homes is booming, so it can be challenging to make your property stand out from the competition. One way you can appeal to holiday guests is to install home automation features that improve your home’s comfort, style and convenience.

Home automation does require an initial investment. But you can recoup the money spent by marketing your property as a “smart home” which will attract more renters, and allow you to charge more per day.

Here are a few ways you can add automation to your home to make your property more attractive in today’s competitive holiday rental market.

Home Automation to Increase Comfort and Convenience

Smart Lighting Systems – Rental guests can control the light fixtures throughout the…

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There’s no denying that Orlando is a popular travel destination, thanks to theme parks like Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World. As a result, a vacation home owner has to compete with many other properties in the area for holiday guests. We’ve shared some ideas on how to attract rental guests in a previous article: 

How to Make Your Vacation Home Stand Out from the Competition 

Allowing guests to bring their pets to your home is an excellent way to differentiate yourself from other vacation rental properties. Nearly 65 percent of U.S. households own a pet, and many of them wouldn’t dream of leaving their dog or cat behind when they travel. Many of these people wind up staying at pet-friendly hotels because few vacation rentals allow pets…

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Owners of Orlando vacation home rentals know that it’s important to set up house rules for their guests.Holiday travelers need to know what’s expected of them during their stay so there is no confusion, and to ensure that your property is well-cared for during their stay.

Laying out clear house rules is a professional way of stating what your guests can and cannot do during their stay, and what penalties will occur if they break the rules.

Your rules can be written in a formal language or you can have some fun with them if that suits your personality better. The style itself doesn’t matter, but the content should address these key areas:

What to Include in Your Orlando Vacation Rental House Rules

Opening Statement

The opening paragraph…

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Orlando Utilities Hurricane IrmaImage Courtesy: OUC.com

The area near Disney appears to have weathered the wrath of Hurricane Irma fairly well. Most of the damage seems to be downed tree limbs and some missing roof shingles. Many homes are still without power, but electric crews from Florida, as well as other states around the U.S., are working tirelessly to restore power as quickly as possible. Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando and Sea World have all reopened, following their clean-up of storm debris.

Unfortunately, the Florida Keys and the islands of the Caribbean were not so lucky, and many areas were devastated by the hurricane. If you’d like to help those who have been hurt by the storm, the best way to aid in relief efforts is to donate cash to trusted organizations.…

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