08/03/2026
For many people up north, it's also the beginning of something else...
The countdown to colder mornings, shorter days, and another long winter.
Here in Central Florida, it's a little different.
While many local schools head back around August 11, we're just looking ahead to months of sunshine, warm evenings, outdoor dining, golf, beach walks, and the lifestyle that draws so many snowbirds south every year.
If you've been thinking about spending more time in Florida—or making the move permanent—August and September are an excellent time to start planning.
☀️ More homes are often available than during the busy spring market.
🏡 Buyer competition has typically eased, giving you more time to find the right home and more opportunities to negotiate.
📦 Buying now also gives you time to get settled before the peak snowbird season and the holidays.
Don't spend August counting down to winter.
Spend it counting down to your next Florida sunrise.
If you've been dreaming about trading snow boots for flip-flops, I'd love to help you make that transition as smooth as possible.
🌴 Rita Feeney
Broker Associate | HomeSmart
SnowToSunshine.com
Helping people move from Snow to Sunshine.