Once a year I return to Florida to visit the possibilities of a seasonal residence. The encounters…read moreat Advantage Realty #1 continue to be uplifting and positive, from the warm reception team to the realtors and broker Greg Karlson, the most humble and savvy broker of a large agency I have ever met. The atmosphere is busy but friendly. I have never felt I was not welcome just because I didn't purchase/lease anything. They all make me feel like family. No wonder they have such successful agents and agents in training. This is why they are my #1 choice in Florida real estate!!!

Scam and they did not give me my security deposit back because of dirty apartment. We cleaned…read morethoroughly and I have proof in the video. also the realtor did not repair the sink which caused it to leak thereby damaging the kitchen sink floor, she told me that if I don't repair the kitchen sink floor, she would take it out of my security deposit. so I fixed the kitchen sink floor and paid $250 to the one to fixed it. in the end she kept the deposit still and she made it hard for me to receive the letter that she is taking the deposit.

Jean Eckman at Century 21 was very friendly and helpful when my wife and I were looking for a…read morerental in a crunch. She was very accommodating and was able to find something perfect for my wife and I. The rental was not in the best of shape when we decided to rent the unit but we were able to arrange to get into the apartment early to do some cleaning before our move in date. I highly recommend Jean Eckman to anyone looking for a rental in Highlands County.

Maureen has been our realtor since 2011. She helped us chose our home here and eleven years later…read moresold it for us. She is professional, trustworthy and supportive throughout your buying or selling experience. She understands real estate trends and knows this area better than any realtor I know. I highly recommend her - you will be well cared for in your home search!

We purchased a home in Sebring from Michigan. Maureen was extremely professional and made the…read morepurchase extremely easy. Would highly recommend Maureen. She was very helpful with closing quickly and efficiently. Thank you for everything Maureen.

I waited almost 8 months to write this and multiple attempts to have resolved. Closed remote and…read moredrove 25hrs. Walked into a home that was a mess. Place wasn't cleaned. Windows had bugs all over them. Dirt on the floors. Carpets a mess. Relator was made aware of issues. Mini split not working. And told would be fixed and still hadn't been as of this post. Never got keys for property( who doesn't give new owners the keys). Hole in front outside wall with cane toads living in it. Inside wall corner ruined. Floor broken and catches you walking down hall. Floor scratched bad. Transitions not glued down. Tile broken in master shower. Gutter never fixed. Pool timer didn't work (pool Girl told them) pool light controller not attached to transformer. Transformer open to elements and rusted. Electrical panel with burnt wires, was told electrical and plumbing were updated in 2019. No electrical box for outside lights. No cover for stove outlet. Water lines never sealed, they just cut the cabinet, opened the door and cockroaches were coming out the wall where they didn't seal. Garage door smashed in on lower panel. Told windows were under warranty and hurricane rated. Found out there is no warranty and they are basic contractor grade after hurricane milton rolled through here. Cable lines run along the roof. We were told the issues would be fixed/addressed. And after asking over and over. Nothing. Always told." I will contact T j Wohl". And never a resolution to the problems. We paid what they wanted. Didn't ask for a lower cost. And paid more than we should have. She took her commission and he took the profits and laughed knowing he wasn't going to address the issues promised In the contract. Sad part. He's an attorney. And the two are friends. Make sure everything you agree to is addressed before closing. She was our eyes here. And allowed the closing as we took her word that it had all been addressed. Even the inspector left major things out. Worse buying experience in my life. If we could of walked away upon entering the property. We would have.

From the owner: Voted Best Real Estate Company for 2022 by the readers of Highlands News Sun, MB&A Realty takes…read moregreat pride in offering small town service with big city technology. Communication is key in our business and we get to know your needs. As we like to say, Real Estate Done Right!

SAVE YOURSELVES!! DO NOT MOVE TO ANYTHING RUN BY BARON PROPERTIES. Theyre shady, fraudulent…read moreslumlords cosplaying as a legitimate property mgmt company. They screw and defraud their tenants in every way they can. I've rented for two decades and have never had such a bad experience as when they took over at Dana Park in Mesa and destroyed the beauty, community, happy vibe and feel of a once pleasant community. Misha Gilbert, the on-site manager is the rudest, most condescending, and unpleasant person you'll ever meet. She's hated by all the tenants but I'm pretty sure they keep her around bc she works very hard to nickle and dime tenants. And thats the only thing she works at bc she doesnt do anything for tenants. Mgmt is regularly sending out threatening and/or scolding texts, reminding tenants of endless rules, such as NOTHING, not even curtains on the patio. They have no respect for privacy. They are always snooping. During one of the many "inspections" Misha entered my apt and immediately began screaming at me for having up patio shades. I had a west facing patio. They are insane. And good luck getting ahold of anyone from Baron. Lol. It wont happen. The nightmare doesn't end when you move out either, they try to defraud tenants by strapping them w $1000 charges upon leaving. They did this to myself as well as some other tenants who also left around the same time I did. When I asked for the reason for the charges, I was given small, grainy pics of cobwebs, stickers, a plain wall, etc., and a toilet that was trash when moved in. No joke. When I asked for an itemized list of charges related to the pics I was given, crickets. When I told them the toilet looked like that when I moved in, crickets. They literally cannot substantiate the charges and didn't even try to, but they keep sending emails to pay. I am SO much happier after leaving. I could go on but yeah. This is your sign. Go anywhere else. All the nearby places are so much better.

I reached out to Baron property Management after purchasing a home to "Snowbird" in from Boston…read more Steve Baron and his team could not have been more hospitable and knowledgeable. They showed me how to take the worry out of owning an income property and avoiding the pitfalls that so many of us, not from the area fall in to. I would recommend them to ANYONE that was looking for a trustworthy team. Whether a hi rise ocean front condo like mine or an entire complex Baron Property Management are the Real Deal!

For 30 years "Casa" has been one of the finest and still is one of the finest condo communities in…read moreHighlands County! Yes, I live there. My parents moved here 30 years ago as it was just being built. I moved here permanently 2 1/2 years ago to take care of my elderly mother. I was the relative that was willing to step up which is so common here in Central Florida. Casa is in the far northern part of Avon Park. It is known for its seclusion and the peace and quiet associated with that. It is NOT a 55+ community however most of the residents are over 55. The first thing you notice when you enter is the attention to curb appeal. This is a beautifully maintained property whose landscape contractor has been the same for many, many years. The property is covered with dozens of palms and live oaks. There are just under 100 units in 37 buildings. All units are two bedrooms and two baths. Each has an enclosed patio and a linai/porch that is either screened or glassed in. Most of the units include a 1 1/2 car garage with the 1/2, of course, for your golf cart. A few units have a slightly smaller garage. Rivergreens golf course is just across the street. This is a lakefront property with its own dock for your boating pleasure. The beautiful landscaping is supported by an automated sprinkler system fed by multiple wells on the property. This includes the beds in the enclosed patios. Residents enjoy a large clubhouse, year-round heated pool, shuffleboard and tennis courts. Several social activities are offered each month. The property is managed 100% by volunteer residents and has been since it's inception. This makes the HOA fee a very good value! The very low cost of living in Highlands County contributes to the terrific value of ownership here. I'm wonderfully comfortable here and look forward to many, many years of five star living!

DO NOT USE THIS REALTOR!! She does not return phone calls, she changed locks on my house without…read moremy permission and then denied me access to my own home. I had to break into my own house. She broke countless code of ethics as a realtor, not to mention, broke the law by doing this as well. Worst realtor I've EVER known and I know A LOT of realtors. Go to ANYONE else besides her or this company! BEWARE!!!

Look up "Vulture" or "Predator" and you see James Gervasi's picture. My mother suffered an injury…read moreand he immediately POUNCED asking if she wanted to sell her house (I have NO IDEA how he found out she was hurt). Six months after telling him that we were not interested, we did as private sale of the house. About one week prior to the closing, Mr. Gervasi literally walked into the house unannounced, WITHOUT knocking, surprising (scaring?) the soon-to-be new owners asking questions. TOTALLY UNACCAPTABLE behavior! Avoid this agent and his company like you would a rabid skunk with COVID!! Do not ever use this Real Estate Agency!!

My husband and I were fairly new to the area when we decided to buy a home - it was our great luck…read morethat we met Laura! I liked her immediately. She is hard working, pleasant, honest and a true professional. She took us through all the aspects of buying a home, and was always just a phone call away if we had questions. And I had a lot! Buying a home is a stressful - yet an ultimately such a rewarding experience - all the more so because Laura was there to navigate the journey with us. Laura is someone that can be trusted and that means a lot. Thanks Laura for all your help!

From the owner: If you are looking at buying or selling, I'm the one to call! My past customers will be the first…read moreto tell you that I was there for them the entire way! I love working with buyers helping them to find their dream home! I have lived in the area for over 30 years and I believe I have found "Heaven On Earth" in beautiful, peaceful Highlands County! You will find me to be open, honest and friendly!