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    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 7 – You Ask, We Answer!
    kymberlyboswell7
    • May 14, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 7 – You Ask, We Answer!

    Wow!  What  a great show!  Episode 7 of The Florida Plunge show aired live Sunday, May 13th.  We polled you, the readers and listeners, for questions and you delivered. Here are a few examples of questions we answered on this episode. Sandy asked, “Were you able to get your jobs pre-plunge or did you have to move then search?” Kat asked, “What is your favorite Disney restaurant?” Deb asked, “What made y’all take the plunge?” Take a listen as we answer these and many many more
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    The Florida Plunge Show | Episode 6 | Florida Meets and Eats with Biggie from Deli Fresh Threads
    kymberlyboswell7
    • May 7, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show | Episode 6 | Florida Meets and Eats with Biggie from Deli Fresh Threads

    On this episode are joined by Anthony “Biggie” Bencomo, owner of Deli Fresh Threads.  Biggie shares with us his passion for Sandwiches, T-shirts and Orlando. We will also answered the question from a reader – What kind of fun things are there to do in the downtown Orlando area? Take a listen and we’d love to hear your feedback. If you’d like to purchase a Deli Fresh Threads shirt, click HERE and in the promo code use FLORIDAPLUNGE for 15% off of your order. #movingtoFlorida #
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    Florida Plunge Rental Property Viewing Checklist
    kymberlyboswell7
    • May 4, 2018
    • 3 min

    Florida Plunge Rental Property Viewing Checklist

    You will find that while looking at properties, you may develop an instant emotional reaction to any property, but you should balance this with a rational assessment of the potential of living in the property, including the local area and amenities, the condition of the property both inside and out and the costs that come with living in it.  Remember, the house/apartment/condo you are viewing could be your home for the foreseeable future. Obviously, your own priorities will v
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    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 4: Real Talk With A Realtor
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Apr 23, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 4: Real Talk With A Realtor

    This week Scott, Kristi, and Ken are joined by realtor Suzanne Swyers, Realtor and Relocation Specialist with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, to discuss what you need to know about the Orlando real estate market, renting, HOAs and more when it comes to taking the Florida Plunge. Like, Comment, and Subscribe!! #movingtoFlorida #Florida #Realtor #HOA #Orlando #RealEstate #Tampa #MovingtoOrlando #Relocating #FloridaPlunge
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    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 3:  Moving With A Family Member Who Has Special Needs
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Apr 23, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 3: Moving With A Family Member Who Has Special Needs

    This week Scott, Kristi, and Ken are joined by Maureen, creator and operator of Autism at The Parks, to discuss what you need to know about making the move with a family member who has special needs. Maureen is a stay-at-home Wife/Mom, who along with her husband Phil, cares for their son Zack, who is diagnosed with Autism and Verbal Apraxia, full-time.  Maureen started AutismAttheParks.com to help families like theirs navigate Orlando’s theme parks.  Maureen provides families
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    The Pandora Conservative Initiative (PCI) Utility Suit Coming soon to Disney’s Pandora – The W
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Apr 10, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Pandora Conservative Initiative (PCI) Utility Suit Coming soon to Disney’s Pandora – The W

    Disney recently shared that something new was arriving in Pandora.  Well, here it is! Ken Cellupica, of @DISneyfiedGentleman on Instagram, shared this short video of the new Pandora Conservative Initiative (PCI) Utility Suit.  Ken and his family were able to see the PCI this past Sunday (4/8/18) at Disney Pandora – The World of Avatar. According to Walt Disney World, the new PCI will make it’s official debut on Sunday, 4/22/18, just in time for the Disney parks 20th anniversa
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    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 2 – Things You Thought You Knew Before The Plunge And Were Wro
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Apr 6, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show Episode 2 – Things You Thought You Knew Before The Plunge And Were Wro

    Did you miss this weeks live broadcast of The Florida Plunge Show?  NO WORRIES! You can watch Episode 2 right here.  Kristi, Ken, Gene and myself share with you things we thought we knew before we took our plunge and were completely wrong. We also answer a question from future plunger, Stefanie M in Cohoes, NY. Check it out and leave a message in comments on YouTube.  We’d love to hear from you. We will be live again next Wednesday, 4/11, at 8:30pm EST with special guest, Ma
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    The Florida Plunge Show – Episode 1 WELCOME!
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Mar 31, 2018
    • 1 min

    The Florida Plunge Show – Episode 1 WELCOME!

    Welcome to the premier episode of the The Florida Plunge Show! On the show this week,  Scott & Kristi (creators of the Florida Plunge), Ken (co-host/producer), and special guest Gene! It is our goal to provide you a weekly broadcast that will answer many of the questions you have about relocating to Florida, as well as answer those questions that you may not have even thought to ask.  Each week we will have special guest such as real estate experts, local experts around vario
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    12 Ways to Stay Organized When You Have Kids
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Aug 19, 2017
    • 4 min

    12 Ways to Stay Organized When You Have Kids

    As parents of 3 kids, Kristi and I find one of the biggest parts of what makes raising kids challenging is the sheer logistics of it all — from soccer practice to music lessons, parent-teacher conferences to birthday parties. Heck, just getting them ready in the morning is an exercise in logistical planning and execution worthy of a battalion commander. While there are no simple answers, here are some tips and tricks that can help keep you sane. 1. One calendar unites all. En
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    5 Simple Steps To Save Money Fast For Your Florida Plunge
    kymberlyboswell7
    • May 27, 2017
    • 3 min

    5 Simple Steps To Save Money Fast For Your Florida Plunge

    Taking the Florida Plunge can be an expensive adventure, but if you prepare now and save more money, you can reach your goal of living in Florida sooner rather than later. Let’s get started with our checklist of 5 simple steps to save money fast! 1. Track what you spend Saving more money starts with understanding your current financial picture. You won’t know what changes you can make for the future if you’re unclear about exactly what your money is doing for you in the prese
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    MOVING?  GET RID OF THESE THINGS NOW!
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Apr 18, 2017
    • 3 min

    MOVING? GET RID OF THESE THINGS NOW!

    Tackling a big cleaning or organizing project can be daunting, but there’s an easy way to instantly declutter your home without thinking twice. Focus on the little things you can eliminate from your home right now—no planning, deliberation, or guilt necessary. 1. THINGS THAT ARE EASY Start with what we call the “low hanging fruit”!  Ask yourself this question:  what’s the easiest thing to get rid of right now? It could be a pile of recycling, your excess Tupperware plastics,
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    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE MOVING TO ORLANDO
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Mar 27, 2017
    • 5 min

    THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE MOVING TO ORLANDO

    20 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE MOVING TO ORLANDO Most people hear the name Orlando and immediately think MICKEY MOUSE!  While  we Orlandoans (that’s what we are called) are proud to be home to the the most famous mouse, we are actually a lot more than Disney.  Locals find nature and culture, and learn to pronounce things their own way. The name of the small city of Ocoee, for example, is pronounced oh-COE-ee for newcomers and oh-COY for natives. Now that you are ready to T
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    Declutter Your Home and Make A Difference With Amazon Give Back Box®
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Dec 30, 2016
    • 1 min

    Declutter Your Home and Make A Difference With Amazon Give Back Box®

    Whether you are looking to declutter before taking the Florida plunge or maybe you have already made the move and just want to purge a few more things, Amazon is making so simple! Amazon, along with the help of several partners, is helping you help others with it’s new initiative, Give Back Box®!  It’s much easier than you think to make a difference.  Give Back Box® provides vendor services to retailers and charities, allowing each and every cardboard box a second life to hel
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    HAVE YOU DISCOVERED HORIZON WEST?
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Aug 30, 2016
    • 2 min

    HAVE YOU DISCOVERED HORIZON WEST?

    If you have a yearning for all things Disney and dream of watching the fireworks from your backyard or front porch, then ‘Horizon’s West’ could be the place you have been looking The appeal of these neighborhoods is not to attract the seasonal residents, (rental properties here are for a minimum of 7 months) but the project was designed to enhance the permanent community life, which is why the focus has been on parks, trails, scenic natural settings, smaller, more local commu
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    A LITTLE BIT OF PAINT AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN!
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Aug 23, 2016
    • 4 min

    A LITTLE BIT OF PAINT AND A WHOLE LOT OF FUN!

    I think I had poisoned myself. And it didn’t taste very good. Not very good at all. See, I should have known better. We have a supreme water filter attached to the side of the sink, a much needed accessory since moving to Florida. Colorado? Ice cold mountain run-off fills the springs and aquifers and we have water that tastes like manna. Then I moved to Florida. After the third week of Not-Feeling-Well, the doctor asked simple question, “are you drinking the local water? You
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    LOOKING FOR A 55+ COMMUNITY IN THE SURROUNDING ORLANDO AREA?
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Aug 22, 2016
    • 2 min

    LOOKING FOR A 55+ COMMUNITY IN THE SURROUNDING ORLANDO AREA?

    With great climate, lower taxes, beaches, lakes, attractions  and outdoor activities Florida remains the #1 retirement choice.  If you’ve decided that’s where you’d like to be, have you considered moving to an active adult or 55+ community?  The options are better than ever! In addition to maintenance free home ownership, there are so many advantages: Sense of Community: Know your Neighbors and Get Together with those with similar interests. Amenities:  Golf courses, Swimmin
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    The Reason I Moved To Florida
    kymberlyboswell7
    • May 2, 2016
    • 4 min

    The Reason I Moved To Florida

    I’ve written so many articles over the gazillion years, I cannot, for the life of me, remember when I said this tidbit:  I love the beach. We had no concept of sunscreen, then. On Sundays, if my mother didn’t have to work, we’d pile into the station wagon and head down to the south shore of the island and spend breakfast, lunch, and dinner down there. Playing in the waves, eating Red Vines (they didn’t melt!), and all the leftovers Ma could fit into the cooler. The one withou
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    We’re Back…And The Force Is Strong with Taking the Florida Plunge!
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Feb 1, 2016
    • 2 min

    We’re Back…And The Force Is Strong with Taking the Florida Plunge!

    WE ARE BACK! Well, we never really went anywhere, however we had some life changes and the blog was put on the back burner for a few months.  Lot’s has happened in and around Orlando during the past few months and please accept my apology for not being the first to let you know.  On a positive note, Taking the Florida Plunge has done exactly what we had hoped.  It has brought people together, who all have a love for Florida and want to make it their forever home.  Our main Fa
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    Orlando Housing Report August 2015 – Housing Market Remains Hot
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Sep 22, 2015
    • 1 min

    Orlando Housing Report August 2015 – Housing Market Remains Hot

    In August 2015, Orlando housing market remains hot as closing of existing homes increase.  Check out the below Orlando Housing Report for August 2015. [youtube=https://youtu.be/qyF5dyL-EBQ] If you have any questions about relocating and “Taking the Florida Plunge” please feel free to contact me! Suzanne Swyers REALTOR ®, Relocation Specialist Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices #SellingAHouse #Florida #BerkshireHathaway #BuyingAHouse #Orlando #Moving #SuzanneSwyers #CentralFlor
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    The Cardboard Plunge, Joe Triggs-Smith Florida Plunge Story
    kymberlyboswell7
    • Aug 22, 2015
    • 3 min

    The Cardboard Plunge, Joe Triggs-Smith Florida Plunge Story

    I had tripped over a cardboard box. This was curious, since, when I had left the house that morning, there wasn’t one particularly in that location. When I returned, it wasn’t there at all that I could remember. Now tripping over things isn’t particularly new, I was always destined to be klutz with my huge feet; we have a small dogs as well. Surely, the experience itself wasn’t overtly shocking. But, well, a cardboard box? Folded neatly, ready to be prepped? It had slid into
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