The Team Donovan Difference: Why to Use a Reunion Resort Specialist

The Team Donovan Difference: Why Your Reunion Resort Home Deserves a Specialist

Selling your home in Reunion Resort isn't just a transaction; it's the carefully managed transition of a premier lifestyle asset. Reunion is a world unto itself—a 2,300-acre oasis of luxury living, where every detail is curated for an exceptional experience. From its three signature golf courses designed by legends Arnold Palmer, Tom Watson, and Jack Nicklaus to its five-acre water park and seven community pools, this is a destination that promises a life of unparalleled leisure and recreation.

When you decide to sell your property in this exclusive enclave, you're not just selling a house; you're selling a piece of this extraordinary lifestyle. That's a task that…

A Canadian’s Guide to Selling a Florida Property From Canada.

A Canadian’s Guide to Selling a Florida Property 

For many Canadians, owning a property in sunny Florida is a dream come true. But when it's time to sell, managing the process from across the border can feel complicated. You have to navigate different real estate laws, tax implications like FIRPTA, and the simple logistics of not being there in person.

You need a real estate team that not only understands the Florida market but specializes in helping Canadian owners. Team Donovan has built a reputation for making cross-border sales simple and stress-free.

But you don't have to take our word for it. Here’s what other Canadians have to say about their experience.

A Seamless and Painless Process

The biggest worry for any remote seller is…

Sell Your Orlando Resort Area Property for Less in 2025!

Orlando, FL (December 11, 2024): Team Donovan, the leading real estate team specializing in Orlando vacation homes, today announced an exclusive offer for property owners looking to sell in 2025.

Imagine selling your vacation property quickly, for top dollar, and with minimal stress. Team Donovan is making that a reality with a reduced listing commission rate of just 2.25%.

"We understand the unique needs of vacation home owners," says James Donovan, Broker and Owner of Team Donovan. "Our streamlined approach and low commission rates allow our clients to maximize their returns without compromising on service or expertise."

What sets Team Donovan apart?

• Experienced Professionals: With over 2,500 successful vacation home sales since 2004,…

How to Promote Your Kissimmee Vacation Home During a Pandemic

The vacation rental industry (like so many others) has been impacted by the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Fears of exposure to the virus, social distancing guidelines, and restrictions on travel have led to a drop in short-term holiday rental bookings.

To provide some perspective, in 2018, more than 14 million tourists stayed in vacation rental homes in Florida. And half of Osceola County’s $60 million in annual tourist development tax revenue comes from vacation rentals.

Knowing how to promote short-term rentals during a pandemic helps today’s homeowners maximize the value of their Kissimmee holiday homes in an uncertain economy.

Highlight the Cleanliness and Safety of Your Home

Guests have changed their expectations about a vacation home’s…

How to Maintain Income While Selling Holiday Homes in Kissimmee

Selling your short-term vacation rental home lets you reinvest in a new home or maximize the return on your investment. But it can be challenging to sell a vacation rental home when it’s occupied by short-term rental guests. You don’t want to miss out on buyers willing to pay top dollar for holiday homes in Kissimmee. The following steps let you maintain rental income while selling your short-term rental home.

Keep Your Home Booked While You Sell

It doesn’t make financial sense to stop booking short-term rental guests when trying to sell your home. Keeping your home occupied ensures that you don’t lose revenue when promising buyers fizzle out.

Notifying your guests that your home is on the market can allow you to show the property to buyers even…

3 Reasons to Accept the Home Buyer's First Offer

Accepting a buyer’s first offer is something home investors typically avoid when selling their Kissimmee holiday homes. But in some situations, it may be the right choice to make.

Here are three reasons you should accept a buyer’s first offer on your home. Knowing when to use this strategy can help you close the sale fast while still getting a higher return on your home investment.

Reason #1: You’ve Found the Right Buyer

Sometimes, the right buyer comes along and makes it easy for you to accept their first offer. For example, an all-cash offer eliminates the need to wait on financing, and cash buyers won’t have many barriers getting in the way of buying your home.

If it’s not cash they’re offering, a buyer may have all the information you need…

Top Landscaping Tips to Help Sell Your Holiday Home

Landscaping isn’t usually the first thing most homeowners think of when it’s time to sell their holiday homes in Orlando. But it’s a part of your home that affects its curb appeal to potential buyers.

Failing to maintain your home’s landscaping can cause buyers to overlook your home or make low-ball offers that are far below what your home is worth. Even if you’re not ready to sell right now, an attractive and well-maintained yard can add up to 10 percent to your home’s value.

Here are top landscaping tips homeowners can use to sell their holiday homes more easily and at a higher return on investment.

Use Color to Brighten Your Home’s Landscape

Planting flowers is one of the easiest ways to improve your home’s landscape and curb appeal. The…

How to Limit Extra Visitors to Your Short-Term Rental

Protecting your vacation rental home and its guests is an essential part of getting the most out of your real estate investment. But sometimes you need to protect your home from guests who fail to abide by your house rules.

Holiday homes near Disney are becoming a popular choice for travelers who want to visit the area’s popular attractions. Limiting unwanted visitors can keep guests from taking advantage of you and your home.

Establish a Policy for Guests

Some guests bring additional people with them during their stay without informing the host because they don’t want to pay for an extra guest, or they are trying to get around a maximum occupancy rate of guests that the host has established. The first step to limiting extra visitors is to make…

Why It Pays to Own a Vacation Home in Orlando

Vacation homes in Orlando put guests and residents close to popular theme parks and other attractions. Owning holiday homes in Orlando can be a smart investment for home buyers looking to take advantage of the thriving short-term rental market.

The location of your vacation home is one of the biggest factors in maximizing its lifetime value and creating a new source of income for you and your family. 

Vacation Rental Homes Are Boosting the Local Economy

A new report from the Rosen College of Hospitality Management at the University of Central Florida highlights how the growing vacation rental market is boosting the Florida economy. 

According to the report, renters typically spend more time and money when visiting Florida. On average,…

How to Make Your Vacation Rental Home Child Safe

There are many safety risks that parents must consider when traveling. So the safer your home is, the more convenience and peace of mind it offers traveling parents. 

Making your vacation home safe for children protects your guests while making your home appeal to a larger number of potential renters. Today’s homeowners can use the following simple steps to make their Kissimmee vacation rentals safer for families and more profitable for you. 

Common Holiday Safety Concerns for Parents 

Parents are often unaware of the risks involved when staying at someone else’s home. They may not think to inquire about safety measures when booking a vacation rental home. 

Heavy furniture that hasn’t been anchored to the floors or walls can tip over. Swimming…