With the arrival of August, we're rounding out our summer season – at least the part of summer where kids and teachers enjoy their leisurely schedules with beach trips and $1 movie theater visits. Here're three Central Florida events in August that you won't want to miss...

Back-to-School Shopping Bonanza!

Okay, this isn't a real "event" per say, but with the start of the 2016-2017 school year just a week or so away, many parents are gearing up for their kid's first day of school. The state of Florida offers a tax-free shopping weekend every year, which includes a tax discount on back-to-school-related products from clothes to school supplies to electronics and more. This year, the tax-free weekend kicks off on Friday, August 5th, 2016 and runs through Sunday, August 7th, 2016. Be sure to grab your wallet and shopping bags and have fun! 

 
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We’ve talked previously about the importance of buyer representation when buying new construction. The biggest point we want to make about purchasing a home in a new community is to involve your REALTOR® in the process early on, as they are essential to making sure your interests are represented.

When it comes to investing your money, finding the right long-term investment is often at the top of your mind. There are a myriad of investment options out there, from stocks and bonds to mutual funds to real estate and so on. While each one of these have their own benefits, there is one that outshines the rest. Real estate is one of the best long-term investments you can make, and here’s why: