Lauren Scott Realtor

Lauren Scott Realtor 30A • EMERALD COAST | Military and Relication Specialist | MIlitary Spouse | Luxury Real Estate | Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Beach Properties of FL

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT! I’ve been so busy this week I didn’t have time to post this one!🥳So excited for my buyers as they take...
06/14/2026

🏡 UNDER CONTRACT!

I’ve been so busy this week I didn’t have time to post this one!🥳

So excited for my buyers as they take the next step toward planting roots in the Chicago suburbs after relocating.

Relocating from another state can feel overwhelming, but having a plan makes all the difference..and the right team guiding you.

Once I identified their goals, budget, and ideal communities, after preapproval, we created a strategy, toured a few homes, THEN submitted a strong offer, and secured a home in a highly desirable community with our very first offer. 👏

One thing I always tell buyers:
simply touring homes and finding one you love isn’t enough in a competitive market..it takes more skill. Especially when there’s multiple offers on homes like this community, homes selling quickly you don’t have time to waste and you need to know what you’re doing.

The real value happens behind the scenes—strategy, negotiation, market knowledge, timing, and having the right team in place.

With 7 years of experience, a strong network of lenders, attorneys, inspectors, and vendors, and a specialization in military and relocation clients, I’m passionate about helping families navigate the process with confidence.

💫I’ve also successfully managed my business in 3 different markets now as your Realtor while also navigating my own relocation with family!!

If you’re relocating, PCS’ing, buying your first home, or looking to make a move in the Chicago suburbs, I’d love to help.

Excited to help more families here and serve this community doing what I do best as your fav Realtor 🏘️💫

Comment MOVE or send me a DM to get started.

— Lauren Ordaz
REALTOR® | Military & Relocation Specialist
📞 904.955.4728
📧 [email protected]

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This week we took our little guy to Shed Aquarium with his tias, and it was such a special day. 🩵🐠As a first-time mom, i...
05/30/2026

This week we took our little guy to Shed Aquarium with his tias, and it was such a special day. 🩵🐠

As a first-time mom, it’s been so fun finding family-friendly places to explore around the Chicago area, and this was definitely one of our favorites so far.

The exhibits were beautiful, there was plenty to see, and even at his age he was completely fascinated by all the colors, movement, and sea life. Watching everything through his eyes made the experience even more special. 🥹

If you’re looking for something fun to do with little ones this summer, I highly recommend adding it to your list!

One of my favorite things about the Chicago area is how many amazing family-friendly activities there are year-round. From museums and aquariums to parks, trails, and community events, there’s always something new to explore. 🤍

Have you been to the Shed Aquarium? What’s your favorite family activity around Chicago? 👇

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Lauren Ordaz
REALTOR® | Military & Relocation Specialist
📍 Naperville & Chicago Suburbs | Emerald Coast Florida
📞 904.955.4728
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LaurenOrdaz.BHHSChicago.com

05/29/2026

A lot of people assume nobody is moving right now because of mortgage rates… but that’s not actually what I’m seeing.

People are still buying and selling because life keeps moving:
✔️ growing families
✔️ job relocations
✔️ military moves
✔️ downsizing
✔️ marriage/divorce
✔️ wanting a different lifestyle

The “perfect” market rarely exists. The right move is usually about timing in YOUR life — not timing the market perfectly.

And with more inventory hitting the market lately, buyers in many areas finally have more options and negotiating power again.

If you’ve been wondering whether making a move could still make sense for you, my DMs are always open. 🤍

I’m Lauren Ordaz, Military Spouse, mama, Realtor, Military and Relocation Specialist

🇺🇸 Serving those who served first

REALTOR® | Military & Relocation Specialist
📍 Naperville & Chicago Suburbs | Emerald Coast Florida
📞 904.955.4728

📧 [email protected]
🌐 LaurenOrdaz.BHHSChicago.com

05/27/2026

A lot of Veterans don’t realize how powerful their VA home loan benefit actually is 🇺🇸🏡

Right now, with affordability still top of mind in today’s market, this matters more than ever:

✔️ You may be able to buy with $0 down
✔️ Many VA loans have NO PMI (saving hundreds monthly)
✔️ Closing costs can be lower than conventional loans
✔️ Active duty buyers may even be able to use BAH/BAS income to help qualify

The crazy part? Nearly half of Veterans think homeownership is out of reach — when they may already qualify for benefits that make buying more affordable than they think.

There are still so many myths floating around about VA loans:
❌ “They’re harder to get accepted”
❌ “They take forever to close”
❌ “You can only use it once”

Most of that simply isn’t true.

If you’ve served — or you’re active duty and wondering what buying could look like in today’s market — reach out. I’d love to connect you with trusted VA lenders and help you understand your options.

I’m Lauren Ordaz, Military Spouse, mama, Realtor, Military and Relocation Specialist

🇺🇸 Serving those who served first

REALTOR® | Military & Relocation Specialist
📍 Naperville & Chicago Suburbs | Emerald Coast Florida
📞 904.955.4728

📧 [email protected]
🌐 LaurenOrdaz.BHHSChicago.com

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