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    Villa/townhome rental question

    I agree I don't like the table set either so I ask it isn't done and if I do find it done I wash it all the same as you do even though I know the last time it would have been used .
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    Rental home?

    Davenport is a large area when it comes to vacation homes and depending on which community it is there will be different ways to get to the parks area .Any area is safe if you take the same precautions as you would at home -make sure you have locked doors and blinds closed when you go out and at...
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    Hampton Lakes to Parks? Help please

    You can either head south to I4 and then up to the parks area or head north -turn east @ Florence Villa Grove Road lights .At the x roads turn north to 192 then take Sherberth road to Osceola Parkway and the parks area
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    Renting a home- why the huge price differences?

    Being up to date on taxes means nothing as if there is a mortgage on the property the mortgage company will often pay them regardless of whether the owner is behind with payments.It is better to heck the county clerk of the courts site as this will show any liens or pending court cases against...
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    Renting a home- why the huge price differences?

    Most owners charge a rate that will not only cover their overheads but also allow them to build up a back up fund for when things go wrong-what if the aircon breaks down in August or the pool heater in november and the owner can't afford to have it repaired straight away -then not only does the...
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    Real estate agent in Orlando

    First thing is to check any home is in an area that allows STR if you plan to rent it out . HOA fees are regulated and the amount of increase in fees will be in the deeds which you should get a copy of to check from the owner -if not they should be available on the internet. Most communities...
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    SOOOOOO confused about how to check on house I am renting

    It may be the house is owned by another family member or the person you are dealing with is the manager .Is the house in Osceola county or one of the others ? You need to check the official records site as if there is a mortgage the taxes may well be paid by them or the insurance company even...
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    Homeaway...Only one review?

    Sometimes getting guests to leave reviews is very hard they just don't seem to get round to it . With the owners name you can check that taxes are up to date ,that there are no liens against them or outstanding court cases you just need to go to the appropriate county website and it is more...
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    is this legit?

    You can check the validity of the ownership and whether all taxes are up to date and if the owners have any outstanding claims against them on the lake county website .These things may help put your mind at ease.To be honest $700 per week in a 5 bed home could mean the owners won't cover costs...
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    a little out of the ordinary

    It is a bit of a drive -but well worth it -to Forever Florida-they have a zip line and much more http://www.foreverflorida.com/ there is also this one http://www.ziporlando.com/
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    Need rental help

    It depends which county the home is in as to where you look .I always recommend checking not only the property appraiser site but the tax collector and official records . The property appraiser will confirm the owner -the tax collector will confirm taxes are up to date but you need to remember...
  12. J

    Vacation home pool heat in August needed?

    Pool heat in august will make the pool too warm to refresh you so I would suggest you wouldn't need it .
  13. J

    If I am paying for "pool heat" What temp should I expect?

    Most pool heaters will run for 6-8 hours in the winter if there is a pool cover use it as it will help prevent heat loss overnight .
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    If I am paying for "pool heat" What temp should I expect?

    85 I believe is the temp suggested by the American Red Cross for health & safety reasons but it is a little low for most people .It does depend on several factors as to how wrm the pool will get -if the ambient temp is 55 or thereabouts the heater may not kick in at all .If you ask the owner...
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    First time renting Vacation Home, need help

    When you rent through Orlandovillas you are actually renting direct from the owner as orlandovillas.com is a listing site
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    What is the Website to Verify Owners for Windsor Hils?

    Best site to check is the county records site as thus will say whether the owner has any liens or judgements against them the property appraiser will say if they are the owner and the tax records will show if they are up to date but bear in mind that if there is a mortgage then the taxes are...
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    5 days to go..nervous about staying off-site

    There should be enough basic items to get you started but when they run out then it is up to the guest to replace them as there is no maid service provided -I think that is what Wanda is saying.xx
  18. J

    Highlands Reserve or Highgate?

    That will teach me to read with out specs I read it as 7 adults and 5 children :rotfl:
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    Highlands Reserve or Highgate?

    If there are 12 in your party you will need a bigger home -a 4bed will only sleep 10 max .
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    Has anyone stayed at the Story time town houses Windsor Hills recently?

    Might be of interest http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g34515-i19-k5811749-Story_Time_Kingdom_Review-Orlando_Florida.html




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