Randy Barnes, Realtor with Re/Max Premier Realty

09/11/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED in Wellington Station — $214,900

If you’ve been looking for something affordable, low-maintenance, and move-in ready in Ocala, this one deserves a look.

📍 2127 NE 40th Avenue, Ocala, FL 34470

This 2 bedroom, 2 bath villa offers 1,138 sq ft, an attached garage, spacious living and dining areas, and one of my favorite features — a screened patio with sliding vinyl windows that can completely enclose the space, giving you a comfortable spot to enjoy year-round.

A few more highlights: 2020 roof, gas A/C and hot water heater, interior laundry, community pool and recreation room, and an HOA of only $69/month.

At $214,900, this is a great opportunity for someone looking to downsize, purchase a seasonal home, or simply find an easy-to-maintain property without giving up space or amenities.

📲 Want to see it before someone else does? Send me a message or call/text 352-817-0578 to schedule a private showing.

09/02/2026

🌴 PRIVATE LAKE LIVING ON 3.51 ACRES IN WEIRSDALE! 🌊

If you’ve been looking for privacy, acreage, water, and true Old Florida character, this one is worth watching.

This Weirsdale property offers a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath main home PLUS a separate 2 bedroom, 1 bath in-law suite, all sitting on 3.51 acres overlooking a private lake.

🎣 Fish for bass and bluegill from your own dock
🛶 Kayak, canoe, or enjoy a small boat
🌅 Incredible sunset views over the lake
🏡 Mature oaks, Spanish moss & abundant wildlife
🏊 Heated above-ground pool
🔨 Detached workshop + shed
⚡ 22kW whole-home generator
📍 Minutes from The Villages, Lake Weir & the Ocklawaha River

Offered at $549,900

Take a look at the full video tour and let me know what you think.
https://youtu.be/p2eUqBgtYgk

📲 For a private showing:
Randy Barnes | RE/MAX Premier Realty
352-817-0578

Welcome to this incredible private lakefront retreat in Weirsdale, ...

08/27/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD IN VICTORIA STATION! 🔑

📍 4014 NE 23rd Pl, Ocala, FL 34470
💰 SOLD FOR $390,000
✅ Home + Adjacent Additional Lot

This one is especially rewarding.

Before I took over the listing, this home had been on the market with another Realtor for more than 6 months without selling.

After relaunching it with a new strategy, fresh marketing, and a different approach, I was able to get it SOLD in less than 60 days.

Sometimes a property doesn’t need more time on the market, it needs a different plan.

If your home has been sitting, expired, or just isn’t getting the attention it deserves, I’d be happy to give you a second opinion on what may be holding it back.

📲 Thinking about selling? Let’s talk.

Randy Barnes, REALTOR®
RE/MAX Premier Realty
📞 352-817-0578
🌐 www.randybarnesrepro.com

08/24/2026

🔥 UNDER CONTRACT ON LAKE OWEN! 🔥

Another Central Florida waterfront property is officially under contract!

Waterfront homes require more than simply putting a sign in the yard. They need strategic pricing, targeted exposure, professional marketing, and an agent who understands how to sell the lifestyle that comes with the property.

Thinking about selling your lakefront, riverfront, or coastal property? Let’s talk about what your home could be worth and how I would position it in today’s market.

📞 (352) 817-0578
🌐 www.RandyBarnesREPro.com

Randy Barnes
RE/MAX Premier Realty
Waterfront Specialist

08/12/2026

🌊 OVER 300 FEET OF WATERFRONT ON LITTLE LAKE WEIR! 🌊

Welcome to 13462 SE 108th Court Road in Ocklawaha, a completely remodeled lakefront retreat being offered for sale for the very first time!

Situated on a beautiful .73-acre lot, this home is surrounded by thick St. Augustine grass, grand shade oaks and incredible views across Little Lake Weir. The main residence features 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and more than 1,600 square feet of living space, plus a rare converted lower-level 1-bedroom, 1-bath ensuite with a private entrance and lake views.

✨ Completely remodeled from the drywall inward
✨ Newer roof and air-conditioning system
✨ Updated kitchen with newer stainless steel appliances
✨ Luxury vinyl plank flooring, crown molding and shiplap accents
✨ Fireplace in the main living area
✨ Enclosed lakeside patio with wall-to-wall water views
✨ Finished paver patio for outdoor entertaining
✨ Newer washer and dryer included
✨ Separate canal frontage wrapping around a shared island
✨ Boating access from Little Lake Weir to Big Lake Weir
✨ Waterfront dining accessible by boat

Whether you picture quiet mornings overlooking the lake, afternoons spent boating and fishing, or evenings around the fireplace, this property offers the kind of Florida waterfront lifestyle that is becoming increasingly difficult to find.

📍 13462 SE 108th Court Road, Ocklawaha, FL 32179

This is more than a home. It is the lakefront getaway you have been waiting for.

📲 Contact Randy Barnes with RE/MAX Premier Realty for pricing, additional details or a private showing.

08/11/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD IN OCALA 🎉
📍 1850 NE 61st Place, Ocala, FL 34479

This one took some coordination 👇

✅ Helped my buyers sell their previous home
✅ Helped them purchase this one
✅ Both homes closed on the same day

That means they were able to move from one home to the next without the stress of being stuck between two transactions.

A huge thank you to my buyers for trusting me to help manage both sides of their move. I’m grateful for the opportunity and excited for them as they start this next chapter. 🙌

Thinking about selling your current home and buying another?

It can absolutely be done. The key is having the timing, financing, contracts, and closing strategy lined up from the beginning.

📲 Randy Barnes
RE/MAX Premier Realty
352-817-0578

08/09/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD in Wellington Station!

Another home is officially closed and sold 🎉

📍 3929 NE 22nd Street, Ocala, FL 34470

A big thank you to my sellers for trusting me with the sale of their home. It was a pleasure working with you and helping get this one across the finish line.

Every sale is a little different, but the goal is always the same: position the home correctly, market it well, and keep things moving all the way to closing.

If you’ve been thinking about selling in Ocala or the surrounding areas and want a second opinion on pricing or strategy, I’d be happy to help.

📲 Randy Barnes
RE/MAX Premier Realty
RE/MAX Hall of Fame
352-817-0578
RandyBarnesREPro.com

08/04/2026

🏡 JUST SOLD | Mariners Point | Indian Shores, FL 🌴

Every home has a story, and this one is a reminder of why strategy matters.

This beautiful waterfront condo had previously been listed with two different Realtors over the course of more than two years without selling.

When I first reached out to the owners, they were understandably frustrated. They told me, "We took it off the market because we were told the market just isn't good and it won't sell."

After reviewing the surrounding market activity, recent sales, and active competition, I had a different opinion.

I believed the condo could sell with the right pricing strategy, stronger positioning, and a marketing plan that showcased the waterfront lifestyle buyers were actually searching for.

Together, we developed a new plan that included professional photography, cinematic video, targeted digital marketing, social media exposure, and strategic promotion to qualified buyers and agents.

Just over two months later... SOLD. 🎉

This wasn't about luck. It was about understanding the market, presenting the property correctly, and making sure it reached the right buyers.

A huge thank you to my wonderful sellers. Although they live out of state, they were incredibly responsive, trusted the process, and were an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. I truly appreciate the opportunity you gave me and wish you nothing but the very best in your next chapter.

If your home has been sitting on the market, expired without selling, or you've been told, "It's just the market," it may be worth getting a second opinion before giving up.

Sometimes a fresh strategy can make all the difference.

📞 Randy Barnes
RE/MAX Premier Realty
Residential & Waterfront Specialist
📱 352-817-0578
🌐 www.RandyBarnesREPro.com

08/03/2026

💰 Selling an Investment Property? Don't Pay More Taxes Than You Have To.

Many real estate investors have heard of a 1031 Exchange, but very few understand how powerful it can be.

A properly structured 1031 Exchange may allow you to defer capital gains taxes and use that money to purchase another investment property instead of writing a large check to the IRS.

Inside my newest guide I cover:

✅ How a 1031 Exchange works

✅ The strict IRS deadlines you must meet

✅ Which properties qualify

✅ Common mistakes that can cost investors thousands

✅ Real world examples

Whether you own a rental home, waterfront vacation rental, Airbnb, commercial property, or vacant land, understanding this strategy could save you a significant amount of money.

Read the complete guide here:
🔗 https://www.randybarnesrepro.com/post/1031-exchange

Have questions? Feel free to send me a message. I'm always happy to help point you in the right direction.

07/29/2026

Take a deeper look inside this Crystal River home! Share with your friends and help find the perfect buyer.

Tour this beautifully renovated waterfront home at 3619 N Suwannee ...