Just about every Investor has had to deal with tenants that keep them in one of two situations: a) scrambling to find new ones or b) trying their best to keep the ones they have living in the investment property, FOREVER. What you, the investor, can do to find the right tenant starts with you, the landlord. In this series, we hope to give you tips to becoming a better landlord in Central Florida. And just maybe, they will leave you in the latter of the two situations mentioned above.

When purchasing your next home, some land or a business, it’s always good to have an idea about the zoning codes, laws and ordinances within your county and city. Specific parcels can appear to be the prime place for usage but looks can sometimes be deceiving.   

Each jurisdiction at the city and county level will have established zoning regulations to help regulate the development and growth of their community’s needs in different areas. Each area may not be contiguously zoned and will more than likely vary in size. Within these zoning codes are a mix of alphabet and number code abbreviations to explain zoning maps. Each locality will have specific designations for zoning categories that don’t necessarily mean the same thing in the next county over so be sure you ask your local REALTOR® for help before proceeding.    

Read the following scenarios to see how “in the zone” you are and how a knowledgeable REALTOR® could have helped: 

When deciding to buy an investment property in Central Florida, there are some key questions you might be asking yourself. Here's a list of the top seven FAQ and answers we thought might help you.