Category: 55+ Resources

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NEW LISTING TAVARES FLORIDA

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

ROYAL HARBOR 55+ COMMUNITY

It’s time to make your home dreams come true! This two bedroom, two bathroom home is perfect for escaping cold northern winters, or enjoying lakefront year-round living with access to beautiful Lake Harris! Featuring high ceilings, large windows, and new floors, this home is filled with sunlight and space. Other highlights include a new washing machine, dryer, and refrigerator! The dining room and great room have access to a screened, private lanai where you can relax and enjoy the green landscape of leafy shade trees on the property. The spacious master bedroom features a walk-in closet and en-suite bath with tiled shower with window, tile floors and Corian counters. This dream home in the sought-after 55+ community of Royal Harbor on the Harris Chain of Lakes is calling your name. Make sure you answer! This 55+ community provides access to all your favorite amenities including a clubhouse, Olympic size outdoor pool, hot tub, BBQ area, horse shoe pit, tennis, billiards, pickle ball, shuffleboard, bocce ball, fitness center, library, computer room, arts and crafts studio, rec hall, and a fishing dock. 55+ living never looked so nice!
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BACK ON THE MARKET! – Royal Harbor 55+ Community

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

This home is back on the market, under $200,000! In Royal Harbor 55+ community!  Within walking distance of Little Lake Harris!!

6217 SAILBOAT AVENUE

Florida living has never looked better! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located near the shores of Little Lake Harris within close proximity to the fishing pier in the 55+ Royal Harbor community. Featuring two walk-in closets and his and her sinks, the master suite provides a spacious place to start and end any day. Enjoy the Florida sunshine year-round thanks to large windows throughout and spacious lanai. This home also includes designer light fixtures, a large kitchen with expanded nook, tinted windows, solar sun shades, new air conditioner and more! Extensive landscaping provides a lush, serene oasis with plenty of privacy. Conveniently located in a highly sought after community, you’ll have access to a recreation center, heated swimming pool, walking trails, picnic pavilion, and so much more. There’s never a dull moment when you call Royal Harbor home!

 

 

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PENDING IN 4 DAYS!!! – Royal Harbor 55+ Community

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

Enjoy Florida living all year long in this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home. Located just steps from the shores of Little Lake Harris in highly sought after Royal Harbor 55+ Community, this home features sun filled rooms with over-sized sliding doors that open onto a serene lanai. Elegant leaded glass entry leads into an open floor plan with hand scraped Hickory hardwood floors. Chefs and bakers alike will love the stainless steel appliances, specialty crafted island with quartz counter top, storage and seating. The cozy nook with windows offers the perfect place to eat a delicious breakfast or read the daily paper. The modern touches throughout the home include elegant fixtures, knockdown ceilings, rounded corners, arched new lighting and provide a stylish custom look. Enjoy greenbelt views from the spacious master bedroom. An on-suite master bathroom includes tiered Corian-topped vanity with 2 integrated sinks, comfort height counter tops, new lighting mirrors and faucet. The large garden tub offers ultimate relaxation. 55+ living never looked so nice!

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6217 Sailboat Avenue, Tavares, FL

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

ROYAL HARBOR 55+ COMMUNITY

Florida living has never looked better! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is located near the shores of Little Lake Harris within close proximity to the fishing pier in the 55+ Royal Harbor community. Featuring two walk-in closets and his and her sinks, the master suite provides a spacious place to start and end any day. Enjoy the Florida sunshine year-round thanks to large windows throughout and spacious lanai. This home also includes designer light fixtures, a large kitchen with expanded nook, tinted windows, solar sun shades, new air conditioner and more! Extensive landscaping provides a lush, serene oasis with plenty of privacy. Conveniently located in a highly sought after community, you’ll have access to a recreation center, heated swimming pool, walking trails, picnic pavilion, and so much more. There’s never a dull moment when you call Royal Harbor home!

Priced to sale at $199,999

 

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Pending in 3 days!!!5000 Portsmouth Street, Tavares, FL

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

Life’s a peach when you call this spacious 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house your home. Located on a corner lot in a gated 55+ community on the shores of Little lake Harris, this home features bamboo floors, fresh paint, and stainless steel appliances. The master suite boasts his and her sinks and a tranquil garden tub. Relax in the sun-filled Florida Room surrounded by extensive and beautiful landscaping including 3 fruit-bearing peach trees. Enjoy your elegant yet casual resort-like lifestyle in an active community with every amenity imaginable right at your fingertips. —

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(SOLD)New Listing – Royal Harbor, Tavares, FL

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

Located in the premier gated waterfront community with access to Little Lake Harris, this three bedroom, two bathroom home is the oasis of your dreams. Relax in your private saltwater pool and spa surrounded by a great screen room. The lanai, positioned off the light-filled living room, has new vinyl sliders and windows and ensures you will enjoy Florida weather, rain or shine! Cook the perfect meal in the recently remodeled kitchen with upgraded appliances, new quartz counter tops, functional island, and electric range!  The  en-suite master bedroom includes a huge walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom with dual sinks, garden bathtub, and separate shower stall. New energy efficient windows and water softener  were recently installed. This 55+ community provides access to all your favorite amenities including a clubhouse, pool, tennis, billiards, fitness center, library, computer room, rec hall, and dock.

 

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Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM)

Kathy Entler, Optima One Realty

CMAAre You House-rich, Cash-poor?

Even with the recent challenges in the real estate market, some who have held on to a home for many years still find themselves with substantial equity, yet may feel house-rich and cash-poor. Those over the age of 62 often find balancing the costs of home maintenance, medical expenses and funding hobbies and vacations challenging.

You Can Convert Home Equity Into Cash

One option in tackling such financial hurdles is by taking out a reverse mortgage. A reverse mortgage is a vehicle that allows you to convert your home equity into dollars. Reverse mortgage money can fund home upgrades, pay for in-home assistance or medical care, pay bills or just ease the anxiety associated with tight monthly budgets.

Reverse Mortgage Sizes Vary

The size of a reverse mortgage depends on individual financial circumstance. Usually the older the borrowers are and the more their property is worth, the larger the loan can be. Payouts can be made in a variety of ways, including as a lump sum or as monthly income.

Is a Reverse Mortgage Best For You?

Before taking out a reverse mortgage, it’s important to understand all aspects of the loan product and whether it’s appropriate for your circumstances.

Your expert team, including your SRES® designee, a certified public accountant, a lawyer and close family members, can help you to explore your options and determine whether a reverse mortgage is the financing option that best meets both your short- and long-term needs. For a financial resource and more information on reverse mortgages, contact an SRES® designee.