Moving to Ocala? Let me explain EVERYTHING!

Marion County Florida is over 1700 square miles! There are also a lot of changes happening all over the place. I'm going to take a few minutes to show you on our conference room map all the cool things I can think of that may be of interest to you and where you can find them!
The best thing to do if you are considering moving to Ocala or thereabouts, is to contact me first so we can chat openly about what you are looking for. If you even buy or sell a house through us GREAT! If not, it's ok! I won't hold it against you, lol. If nothing else, you can say you know at least one person in Ocala.
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[@COMEMOTIVATEME]

That comment about “if your confused, don’t worry so are we” made me spit my lunch out!!😂😂

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

My work here is done. :)

[@lissette1886]

Thanks Andrea for this updated version of Ocala. I watched your older video a couple of years ago that helped me with the move here. Great job!

[@HR8HRH]

Thank you for the big picture view of Ocala. Very helpful!

[@beboboymann3823]

Here is Ocala in a nut shell…….once was a sleepy town with beautiful horse farms and woods. Bulldozers now are pushing up the farmlands grading for 400 housing units not in one location but several. If you drive the area you will still see some horse farms but pay attention and you will see many farm fields have paved turn ins with concrete curb and gutter…….fields waiting on bulldozers to cut roads on into the farms. People are seeing bears, Coyote, fox, and snakes in their neighborhoods where not seen before because their habitats are getting bulldozed away. All these new houses are priced $275,000 majority approaching $400,000. I don’t see affordable house for young families. But don’t be suckered in by the promotion of horse farms and quiet countrysides because it just isn’t so. Hwy 200 and I-75 is like a page out of New York City rush hour traffic. I moved here two years ago enticed by the sleepy small town with horse farms but since I moved here, over a thousand new living units have been in the works many of them completed.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Stay tuned because I have an aerial video soon showing a birds eye view of the city of Ocala and the entire area. I am really glad that the turnpike idea the State wanted to come through has been shot down. I don’t know if anyone in the area that wanted it.

[@artwilmeth6944]

We call it Slocala for a reason. A slower pace of life and no hustle and bustle. I'm in Dunnellon FL about 20 miles west of Ocala. Great place to live.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I LOVE Dunnellon!

[@tonikenner9093]

How are the prices for house there? We are looking to move up in that area . We are looking for 3 /2 on land no HOAs or deeds

[@Daisydeb16]

Appreciate your honesty in this video! 🤗

[@olivercastro5493]

I LOVE HER PERSONALITY ❤

[@beingfrank40]

NICE overview on Ocala! Thanks, very helpful.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Aww, thanks! I try!

[@Nick-kc9mz]

Thank so much! This is an excellent presentation . I am looking to move there in a year or two. This helps alot!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dotsyjmaher]

Great info, Thanks!

[@jcingridcaruso55]

Thank you for explaining where everything is; very helpful!! More jobs equal more people moving to this town.

[@thomasking4268]

That's just what us locals DON'T WANT!!!!

[@lazaroisern8032]

Grate informative video Andrea, thank you.

[@ronbenjamin4351]

Great channel thank you!!

[@tonykeltsflorida]

The Greenway was not built for walking across Florida. It was originally designated as a cross Florida canal that was stopped.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

You are absolutely correct. My videos are pretty wordy already so I cut the history short to the early 90's when they decided to turn that barge/canal idea into the "Cross Florida Greenway." I fully plan on doing a video highlighting the entire history and actually walking or biking over the bridge. I actually have no idea who came up with the idea to walk across Florida via the greenway and have it completed in that way. I know it was named after Marjorie harris Carr because she fought the canal idea. Her name is over at the park off Baseline Rd. Don't worry, I will educate myself fully on the complete history of the canal and barge idea which I think dates back to the 1500's? I'm sorry if I jumped ahead too much or was not explaining in full, I was trying to stay relevant to today. Do you know who decided it should be a 'Cross Florida Greenway' to walk across Florida now? I know President Bush had something to do with it. But the actual person that said: "Yeah, I think we should make this a bike/horse/walking trail across the middle of the State now that the canal idea is dead..." I mean, they could have just left it green space instead of turning it into cool parks and a phenomenal paved path! Mostly I've only found who opposed and put an end to the canal. Not who worked to create what it is today. I would send that person chocolates, if I knew who it was.

[@ralphkeith2905]

This really helped. I'm moving to Florida (work transfer) in Sept. I work from home so I can live anywhere in the state. I'm an avid kayaker, gravel and mountain cyclist and hiker/trail runner; Ocala seems to be the best central location for all of those activities. I currently live in a city of 79k that laced with bike and running trails, wonderful historic center with pubs and restaurants and trying to find a city in Florida with similar attributes.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Welcome! We have plenty of kayaking, anything from rivers to lakes to the ocean or gulf nearby. As far as bike riding, you can try the paved trails like majority of the cross Florida greenway or go on the extreme bike trails like Shangri la or Santos bike trailhead. If you want to push yourself, try walking or biking all the way across Florida by way of the Florida greenway. If you do move to Ocala, you may want to add horse back riding to your activities. ;)

[@bensquinones5619]

Well thank you for your help you are so kind

[@dogcrazy25]

Great overview of Ocala. Trying to decide between ocala, leesburg, and clermont.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I like Clermont...I'm not as much of a fan of Leesburg. But of course my favorite is Ocala, lol.

[@flipimon]

Clermont is the best by far in my opinion

[@Daisydeb16]

Strongly considering retirement in this area in about 4 years. Thank you! Looking at retirement communities.

[@CJ-sq3di]

I grew up in Ocala, laid back place with some amazing saltwater and freshwater fishing not far away. Can’t wait to go back.

[@soniaschafer7483]

I just move to Ocala. I'm very pleased. My husband and I, was living in South Florida - a lot hustle and bustle.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Welcome home!

[@thefinancialservices341]

Smartest thing she talks about each video is USDA.I owned a mortgage company in Ocala for a number of years and was leading the state in USDA loans when no one was using them. Its an incredible product for buyers and only available still because the government simply has failed to update maps. Its a great area, great builders, and with USDA it becomes very affordable compared to so many Fl areas.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thanks...I think...

[@ceterfo]

Great videos keep up the good work.

[@smcpp50]

Very helpful info. Thank you for sharing! 😎

[@clagueb3686]

The green area you pointed out East of Ocala is Silver Springs State Park. The Ocala National Forest is huge, about 100 times the size of the State Park.

[@surazon9492]

Great video! Thanks for sharing 😄

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thanks for watching!

[@suespony]

Thanks for all the info, looking for 55 plus communities, maybe do a video on just those

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Funny you should ask! I am sitting here with my husband piling info into a free spreadsheet to email out with a new video about the best 55+ community in Ocala and giving details on all fairly before I say my fav

[@sharrilswindle752]

Ocala traffic is awful!! I live here, drive here daily ,do my best to go around closest, to where I need to go..Its like people are asleep or on their phones ,always accidents.. As soon as all the snowbirds come down, traffic is awful and the litter problem gets so much worse. When they all leave the trash on roadsides goes way down

[@robertlindstrom9516]

If you think Ocala traffic is bad, you have obviously never been in BAD traffic.

[@sharrilswindle752]

@@robertlindstrom9516 oh yes I have lived in Philly and Up in New York alot and from Chicago. But I live out of Ocala many years now Its like snowbirds never left and are still here and brought New York with them, interesting what it will be like when they do come back ,I try yo go to Palatka as much as possible, calmer drive, and less stop and go

[@marjorieportee3406]

I don't know what you are talking about if you are not happy here,the move. I love, love it here

[@sharrilswindle752]

@@marjorieportee3406 well, not just so easy to up and move, I am mtg free which is the biggest I stay..I have figured out in all the years here, how ,and when to ho to do things so as to avoid alot of traffic! I live where there used to not be any traffic, but with all the new people moving to Fla. Nit so quiet anymore. BUT it's liveable, so no need to move

[@leomoonify]

This was an excellent presentation! I'm looking in this area for some rural land up against Ocala NF so I can be sure that it will never be built up.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thank you for watching!! Let me know if I can assist you during your search!

[@thomasking4268]

GOOG LUCK...these damn Yankees are building on every square inch they can find.....

[@yogibhadrapala]

Thank you so much this information is awesome, I remember driving from Miami to Texas and I asked my mom , Did you saw all that ferns hanging from that bridge? Now I know why , and I want to go walk it , thanks to you, Ocala so beautiful , now thanks to you I know exactly where I want to buy the house , and I want you to represent me.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

That is absolutely the best compliment you could give me! Thank you!

[@ckhedaru]

Do you think the area by 301 and NE 35th st will be developed to be more residential driven and have more retail and not so industrial based.. do you think the development of the old pine oak golf course will help things

[@johnlozano5054]

What an excellent information.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thanks! I try :)

[@davidletasi3322]

The Villages development is overwhelming central Florida!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

It hasn’t really overwhelmed us in Ocala. It kind of stops at Summerfield and barely touches our county.

[@davidletasi3322]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty it is expanding rapidly and will impact traffic and utilities in Central Florida. We live near Webster and we are seeing the effect.

[@shanemckenzie8681]

I’m just passing through because of College of Central Florida. GREAT little diamond in the ruff kind of college. FYI folks. Enjoy;)

[@lorenaruiz5712]

Such an informative video!! Thank you.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@steveedward7572]

Good information, thanks 👍

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

No problem 👍

[@laquidapetersen1301]

Awesome👍

[@olivercastro5493]

IT'S CONTAGIOUS, SHE'S A SWEETHEART, WHAT AN ATTITUDE 👍

[@516212718]

Hi! pls forgive the question if it sounds silly but I am from NY and unfamiliar with this part of FL. I am looking at Marion Oaks area. Is this tornado/hurricane area? You sound like a native to this area. What is the frequency of these events?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Marion Oaks is “high and dry” primarily so not really in a flood zone and not hurricane prone either. I would love to chat more about it. Let me know if you’d like to set up a zoom with me.

[@charlesrichards1419]

Traffic is terrible, they need to build an overpass with on off ramps on the edge of the greenway. You cannot travel east to west because of I-75 and no road for 12 miles to get under it. County planners have been asleep at the wheel for years, be prepared to hit every traffic light and sit through a few signal changes.

[@yvonneroach9225]

I love Ocala/Marion County and my family moved here when I was a child. We cannot forget other large employers like Cardinal Glass, Signature Brand, E-One, Closet Maid, Custom Windows, and many more. Yes, it is wonderful to have these other business parks. Let us not forget other major businesses in our community. I enjoyed the your vlog!🙂 Thank you.

[@estanciaperseverancia5840]

Really like it!!! Would love to move My marketgarden there!!!

[@tonikenner9093]

We want to come up there and buy outskirts of town no deed restrictions 3/2 /2 what credit score do we need for the USDA? Thanks

[@marjorieportee3406]

Ocala is the best, I moved here from NY over 19 years, if you are a Senior a condo is the best, pay an association fee and you are set,they are will take care of every thing try and get one with a pool welcome to Ocala good luck

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Great advice, thanks!

[@ja6368]

Great info. Moving there, I think🧐

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Very cool! Welcome home

[@helenabrus191]

Ocala is on my list to retire, but I lived in the Mandarin area of Jacksonville which I really liked years ago and Ocala was a place to visit. So I'm confused; Jax has probably changed a lot and so has Ocala. Will have to fly down and be on the ground to see. Initially On Top of The World caught my eye but as mentioned in this video, the HOA dues are high and now the villas (what I can afford) don't include water/sewer and that's a minimum of $65/month - yikes! I will keep you in mind when I visit in July or August. Why these months; just want to experience the heat and humidity; winter weather is lovely in Florida but the summer can be brutal.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I think I can find you something you will like. Let me know when you are coming down once you get closer to it! You may want to look into Oak Run as an alternative to OTOW

[@helenabrus191]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty Also Pine Run, but not sure of their construction. Glad I came across your site.

[@martasaavedra3253]

Hi, good info....but when Costco is opening in Ocala? LOVE OCALA❤

[@jonathanpacialeo5916]

Hello, excellent video! Let me ask you a question. I am from Argentina and together with my wife we ​​are analyzing emigrating to the United States through the E2 visa. And we loved Ocala! The question is whether as a foreigner with an E2 visa you can apply for USDA credits. Thank you!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I have an agent that will definitely be able to help you and guide you through the process. Her name is Ingrid Navarro and her phone number is: 352-426-7735 give her a call and she will get you the answers you need!

[@hamzalaroussi7827]

I will definitely go through you to purchase a home

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Deal! Feel free to give us a call at 352-817-9160 or shoot us an email at [e-mail]

[@monkusbee]

Is there a development in Marion Oaks that has a pool?

[@danacaro-herman3530]

@GreatExpectationsRealty. I know I'm more than a few years late Andrea, but has Ocala had more construction now as we speak in September 2023? I heard its booming and becoming quite congested. Thanks for all you do!❤

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

You aren't late lol! Welcome to the party! Ocala has definitely grown more since this video, but it's still Ocala. The SW side of Ocala has the most growth which means between 7:00am-7:45am the 484/i75 area is congested. But, they are working on it. There are more cars anywhere near i75 really. But considering it's a major highway, that's not all that surprising. It's busier than it was maybe 5 years ago all over town, but I still wouldn't call this a City, it's still very rural. I just got back from a weekend in Orlando...we aren't like that! We don't have an i4, or toll roads or anything remotely like that. But for the people that have been here for 20+ years (like me) it's a lot busier and bigger than it was. I have noticed that there is less patience on the roads though. The newcomers to our area haven't figured out yet that when you honk your horn at someone...chances are you work with them or bank with them or your kids go to school with them etc. I can't imagine how embarrassing it would be if I honked at one of our tenants, or one of my sales clients or one of my kids teachers or the chamber of commerce staff or something! The new ones will learn, and may be embarrassed a few times, but they'll simmer down eventually, lol.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

@@danacaro-herman3530One of my bestest friends in the whole wide world is a New York transplant. She has assimilated even though she still has a strong NY accent. She is a sweet heart! Have faith, the Ocala influence of community and family is strong. ;)

[@oskerhenderson9969]

I have one question For Crocs come up to porch. And walk into people homes.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

No. Actually we have alligators here not crocs. You would have to live with alligators to have something like that happen. Like if you lived on a pond, or river. Normally alligators don’t want anything to do with us.

[@angelesmartinez954]

I looked at something for silver spring a home mobile but I don't know how good the area will be, could you comment something please

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Silver springs is the start of the Ocala National Forest. It is miles and miles and miles of trees.

[@marknixon810]

Just saw your video, great stuff...where did you get the map?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

My husband got it years and years ago, so it needs updating. The phone number on the bottom left corner has the company if you want to order one.

[@marknixon810]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty The company name and phone # would be great, thank you very much. 😀

[@gracelianojaramillo8186]

🙏 Gracias God bless you

[@1a2b3c4.]

I would love for someone to make a video showing beaches near Ocala. Even if it's an hour away.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Well, we normally go to Ormand Beach, so I will see if we can plan a beach day soon and do a video and show you what it's like.

[@ENOCHLIVES]

Headed down tomorrow morning due to snow storm :)

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Email me! [e-mail]

[@cherisnowhite2123]

Love your fun personality interesting in a home with at least 1/2 to 1 acres ( grow garden and have a few chickens & goats) any listing you can send me ?

[@traciwallace2944]

Need info on grocery stores close to Summerglen 55+ in Ocala, that is not Winn Dixie.😊

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

SW 95th and SW 60th/62nd there is the brand new Cherrywood Publix (over by the freedom library) Hope this helps!

[@juliegary7425]

Hi Andrea! Looking to custom build a home near Ocala. Any suggestions on lots/highly rated builder to start our search? OTOTW May be a consideration too. Thanks!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Hi Julie and Gary! I would love to go over details with you. Here is my cell and email 954-901-0994 [e-mail]. Please forward me your email and phone number or feel free to call or email me. >> Charnie Monexé, Realtor

[@txladywolf01]

TRAFFIC is HORRIBLE!!!! No matter which way you go. U have to know the BACK roads !!! I’m so glad we live out at 4 corners,,,,Ocklawaha area! Breakfast a the Dam Dinner!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I was surprised at first when you said that traffic was so horrible, but if you are used to The Forest area, yeah, we have a lot more traffic in Ocala than that. I have seen a lot of people asking for more shopping out there though. If you get more shopping than the WinnDixie won’t you end up with more traffic there too? It would be cool if there was a Walmart at four corners tho.

[@txladywolf01]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty I was raised there when 6 guns was an amusement park! Lol.

[@dongodwin2144]

I am a little confused, you say you have an office in Dunnellon but you did not bring up Del Webb Spruce Creek which is on 200 but is in Dunnellon

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I have been putting together a video about Dunnellon and a video about ALL the 55+ communities within Marion County. But to go over so much of Marion County in one map and one video...well, it was a lot to go over. I'll keep trying. To be fair, I didn't really go into the Villages either, it was a very brief mention and that is also partially Marion County. ;)

[@milantoombs9352]

I’m interested in the 55+ areas. JB Ranch sounds like a possibility.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I love JB Ranch. Actually, all of the communities have pros and cons. It's easier to find out what you want in a community and then go from there.

[@Nmo6835]

This video is two years old so I’m sure Lots has really changed. I see how crazy it’s becoming Any updates please? It seems that the Ugh… growth in “retirement communities” has become HUGE there. I’m very wary & afraid that it’s going to go the way of every place else in Florida- OVERRUN and insane. Can you address this please? Look what happened to MT Dora- exploded. Why would this NOT happen to Ocala? Also… long timers I’ve known of Florida have expressed Concern! About the weather- there. Tornadoes specifically. Medical! Are they set up for the needs of the seniors to live there orrr must they travel to Orlando? This seems to be a real problem with the Villages. Too many too many TOO many people for too few doctors- the wait times to get in are crazy long

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I will be doing a live video where we can interact and discuss all of these topics if you like? Monday night at 7pm

[@scorpiolove8431]

It doesn't bother me how far the stores are I have a vehicle I could be out in the middle of nowhere it wouldn't bother me at all as long as I could afford it and again thank you to anyone that could help me I'm respond to this

[@cecelia613]

Can you recommend internet providers in Summerfield area?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Sure send me an email or give me your email address and I will send you over a list along with contact information for all utility companies especially Internet

[@SuperFumero]

hi i want to buy a farm 2 agrees or more , were is the best place for animal and commercial land for nursery Thant you robert

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

That’s exciting Robert! What a great adventure! Anything zoned A1 would work for you. There are also farmers markets almost daily throughout the county to sell at if you wanted. Or just do a roadside stand type thing. On that map, almost any area would work. It is less expensive outside the city limits tho. Send me an email, and we will find something perfect for you! [e-mail]

[@olivercastro5493]

SHE IS SO SWEET 👍

[@grissomfire]

I subscribe to that Brick City Photography but sure wish they would add the price at the end.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

You aren't actually who they are advertising to. Those videos are to show Realtors and FSBO what they can do so that we will hire them for our listings. Once we hire them for a video, they upload those videos onto KZbin so that we can have the link in our MLS listings. According to MLS guidelines, we are not allowed to 'brand' our virtual tours or pictures. Have you ever seen a 'for sale' sign in MLS listings, even tho there is one in the yard or window? We can get fined for that. So normally, we either take the signs down for the videos/pictures and the put them back up, or we wait until the pictures are done then go put the signs up. In all reality, the photographer probably has no idea what the price for the home is. They also don't want to have to change the video and re-upload in order to make a market price adjustment for the realtor. Best thing to do, is snag a Realtor in the area and ask for the price (yes, I can do this) or you can do a search on google for the address. Keep in mind unless it is a direct IDX feed (Like on our website www.GreatExpectationsOcala.com) you won't get the information on sites like Zillow or Trulia until the house has already been on the market for 24-48 hours. In this market, if it is a good deal, it will already be gone. Hope this helps. :)

[@ricardomirabal6406]

I live in Silver Springs and I am a plumber and work there seriously Ocala it's a beautiful place wonderful and beautiful people but it's in need of theme parks. something like Busch Garden, SeaWorld ,Zoo attraction to bring hotels and more people. and encourage them to start buying their money flow it's important" for people to be able to live and work and enjoy Ocala I hope that the government City consider in this idea some of the old residence in Ocala are too secluded and afraid of having new arrivals because I have talked to them and it seems to me that they are at the time that I live in Ocala , not ready for more new diversity arrivals. I moved to Tampa and working with investors and planning in future to move back into Ocala the retirement in Ocala it is fine but Ocala cannot live just on the income of retired people there is space in Ocala to growth and prosper like any other City. This is my love opinion for a Ocala. 😀

[@beboboymann3823]

Well there ya go folks….a guy who knows he can make a lot of money if Ocala is ruined by over building. A plumber…..who plumbs new construction……he could give a flip about the quality of life for anyone he just wants to make money. And that diversity thing? We were open to it but drug arrests, shootings, thefts are thru the roof here and I promise it ain’t the gray headed people you need to be afraid of.

[@littlethingsthatmatter]

Interested in usda loan and land options. How do i get started

[@cherisnowhite2123]

Definitely want outside city USDA loans

[@travismorgan103]

How is the crime rate, honestly? According to the online world, it’s on par with Indianapolis Indiana, but I find that difficult to believe. I’m considering moving there, and my only concern is the violent crime rate.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Honestly, the worse crime I've personally had here is a guy trying to see if any cars in my neighborhood were left unlocked at night. Sadly, mine was, but nothing was in it, so nothing was taken. They even left my Aldi quarter in the door pocket. The entire neighborhood was up in arms about it, and all the neighbors were comparing ring doorbell footage on facebook and nextdoor the next morning. The Sherrif's office is always telling people not to leave valuables in our unlocked cars, but we are probably never going to learn. Someone just had $2200 in cash stolen out of their car! Why on earth they would leave that in an unlocked car at night I will never know. Here is the Sheriff's facebook page. It will have the good, the bad and the ugly of Marion County. Keep in mind a lot of these people are not from Marion County, they are just passing through by means of the highway and they get caught with warrants. Sheriff Billy Woods has a 'Marion County Most Wanted" every Wednesday that are pretty funny. Here's this weeks remarks by the sheriff: Marion County citizens, it’s Wanted by Woods Wednesday. Today, we are looking for 34-year-old Duwayne Hughes, who is wanted for Felony Petit Theft, 3rd Offense. Duwayne was caught on camera stealing boat batteries and a catalytic converter off of someone’s property. We have caught your partner in crime, and she has been arrested…Now it is your turn, Duwayne. You obviously have a serious problem with taking things that don’t belong to you as you’ve been arrested for this before, and you can’t seem to learn your lesson. All my citizens now know you are a thief and let me tell you…no one likes a thief. Make it easy and turn yourself in, because if you don’t, someone else will. Citizens, Duwayne can’t seem to do the right thing so we are going to need your help locating him. If you have any information on his whereabouts, please call Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352-368-STOP and reference 21-34 in your tip. If you use Crime Stoppers and your tip leads to an arrest, you could be eligible for a cash reward! And as always citizens, thank you for your help and have a great day. Here's another: TODAY IS WANTED BY WOODS WEDNESDAY!! Since January of 2020 we have posted a total of 92 wanted individuals and due to tips from our citizens, as of right now, we have arrested 84 of them. We can't thank you all enough for the help you give us to get criminals off the streets of Marion County. But today for Wanted by Woods, we are featuring the individuals who have been featured on Wanted by Woods and are still wanted. If you have any information on the locations of the individuals below, please call the numbers at the bottom of their photos. Thank you citizens for all the help and support you give to us! Oh! Our Sheriff also has a youtube channel: MCSONews Hope this helps? Andrea

[@travismorgan103]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty I really appreciate your valuable information! I believe my parents will be meeting with you at the end of the month. They’re wanting to buy a home with land, and then my wife and I are going to buy some land from them to build our home. We’ve not been to Ocala yet, but we’ll be coming up within a month to get the vibes. Everything I’m seeing looks beautiful there. Your info has really helped a lot 👍

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

@@travismorgan103 How cool! A new Florida family!

[@matt____________427]

I actually work for chewy, looking for something close to the site before I transfer to the one in Ocala

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

We can help you with that! It’s what we do! Send me an email and let me know what you are specifically looking for: [e-mail]

[@matt____________427]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty I definitely will, I appreciate all the information you have been supplying

[@jaquez2423]

😂😂🙏 thanks you i just found a house 🏠 Marion oak yeaa good price new home thanks you bye new Jersey no more ❄️ Snow 😂😂😂👏👌

[@thecanelamama6531]

Do you guys work with Clever Real Estate? We used them to find a realtor to sell our home here in Virginia (we're listing soon), and we're looking to move to the Ocala Florida area.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

We have a huge network or real estate agents and real estate brokerages throughout the U.S. so that we can coordinate closings and make it as stress free for you as possible. Anytime you would like us to work with your specific Realtor, just call us or have your Realtor call us and we will get started on a seamless plan for your cross country move. 352-817-9160

[@thecanelamama6531]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty Thank you so much!

[@scorpiolove8431]

I would love to move to Ocala from Massachusetts but I am disabled is it possible can someone please respond I'm only on one income

[@cjamesholliday4748]

Video abruptly ended 😬 Thanks for the content though, very interesting.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

So weird. It was correct on my computer... just realized the summerfield explanation was cut short! Ugh

[@cjamesholliday4748]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty I appreciate all the details you include in your videos. I actually plan on giving you all a call on Monday.

[@sandyadkins2637]

Queen Ann homes !!

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thank you! Sometimes after speaking for a while, my mouth goes places my brain won’t follow.

[@yaphetsmith6672]

thanks fpr the info, ask your husband where can i get that map! thanks

[@marias.rivers4704]

Thank you. I’m looking forward to relocate to Ocala, Florida from New York City. 👍

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

You should! You will love it here!

[@patriciadennis8097]

I'm on that journey as well

[@marias.rivers4704]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty thank you 😊

[@marias.rivers4704]

@@patriciadennis8097 Good. God’s willing. 👍

[@patriciadennis8097]

@@marias.rivers4704 Yes definitely.. I am going 😉

[@micaelayanez5640]

I want to grow a garden and fruit trees, some chickens.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

That’s pretty much anywhere in the county except the 55+ communities.

[@bensquinones5619]

if you live on social security can you qualify to buy a home ?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Possibly, but I would go for some of the grants available. Any realtor in our area should be able to pull up a massive list of grants on any listing that you would qualify for.

[@srpatel9]

Thanks for this amazing information. How is rental investment opportunity in Ocala ?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I post in biggerpockets.com at times talking about the investment opportunities here. I started out doing just property management long ago and the investment opportunities are fantastic. Both investors I've worked with for years and recent investors will be happy to tell you about what I have been able to do for them. My favorite real estate is a 1031 exchange. Although, one time I did it on a short sale and I got it closed with two days left. I was swallowing stomach acid. Even though I had warned the Buyers it might not happen and they were cool with it either way. It turned out well, but I wouldn't do that again ever! At the moment, there are some great opportunities in Marion Oaks, and Citrus Springs. There may be some opportunities opening up in NW because of the World Equestrian Center, but it's too early to tell which way that will shift. I will continue to watch until the risk is a little lower before I recommend an area for investment. Right now, for investors, I am recommending brand new construction homes with no carpeting, and granite countertops as you can still get those around $180k if you know where to look and are patient. Those are renting out day of closing and the return is nice considering the only repair you need to worry about for a while is installing a mailbox. I would be happy to discuss our property management services and do an investment consultation with you if you are interested. As you can tell, it's a bit of a passion of mine.

[@srpatel9]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty Lets connect.

[@williamtejada906]

Need the manufacturer home closet to amazon

[@williamtejada906]

Please need a manufacturer home 🏡 3 and 2 with the land my credit score is 720

[@scorpiolove8431]

I want to Ocala twice I loved Ocala is beautiful and I would love to live there it looks calm beautiful I have a service dog I don't want to rent a room I would love to have and move into an apartment or rent a home where I'm living at I've been living here nine years before I lived here I lived in the other place for 22 years and the management will vouch for me can someone help me and give me an advice is it worth moving out of Massachusetts to Ocala Florida

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I think it is...but that’s probably because I live here. I can live anywhere in the world I want. After much searching, I chose Ocala. Call our office and ask for Alex Hernandez, he knows what rentals are coming up available: 352-817-9160

[@oldchicago3216]

How much of a eye sore is it to have an industrial complex in the middle of the neighborhood? Also, how much truck traffic is there now?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

We don't see many Trucks unless you're near i75 or another BUSY Highway. FedEx, Amazon, Chewy, and UPS are all located in the same area just off Exit 354. You'll definitely see Chain Business Trucks delivering around town as well...

[@boymom3]

I've heard the crime rate is really high in Ocala. Can you anyone tell me about it or what area is best for a family to live in?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

We recently got rated as one of the top ten cities to live in: t.co/Ip73ETVvUd?amp=1

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Also, I asked the mayor about our crime stats, and he actually shared some interesting stories. Take a look at that video, it’s well worth the watch. :)

[@boymom3]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty where is the video?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

@@boymom3 took me a minute to find it lol, here ya go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3myo3esfK2AjZo

[@boymom3]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty thank you!!

[@joe-ng3ky]

We just moved to Summerfield where can we go to Marion county map similar to yours?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

You are welcome to visit ours any time you like! They also have them at the public library. If you want to buy one, you should be able to find one online. They are called wall maps. My husband has had this one for about 15 years or so.

[@8400youtubbe]

where did your husband get that big map from, i want one

[@coryevans5554]

How are the schools

[@07Review]

Nice I am looking to move I am about to sell my home in NJ I probably have a transfer from my company TFORCE FREIGHT locate in Ocala,I am looking for a 1 home with 4 bedroom, New construction, better in a new residential development, any idea in prices?

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

4 bedroom houses are anywhere from $235k and up. I know there are a bunch of new construction in my neighborhood that are around $300k but that's because we only have a $5 a month hoa and the yards are a third of an acre or half an acre. There are some smaller lots in a community up the road from me called Greystone Hills that are about the same price, but that one has a community pool and gated entrance so their hoa is $125 per month. Still, considering our low taxes and the low interest rates, it's not bad. Let me know if you want to go shopping!

[@07Review]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty I am selling my home here in NJ just with the equity I am able pay the entire price, but I need something no more than 25 minutes away from TFORCE FREIGHT (old UPS FREIGHT), and I a safe area with good schools and close by the college...lol 🤣😓.... also why google has Ocala as 1 of the highest crime rate on Florida? Thanks

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

@@07Review crime rate: I asked the mayor the same question since I rarely lock my front door. Please see the video our mayor explained that incorrect stat. The UPS freight, is that the place by the Ocala drive-in? There are some awesome places I would recommend for you. Send me an email at: [e-mail] and we will get you into the perfect home.

[@livingabundantly100]

Very informative. Thanks for sharing:)#DeSean(She, Her)

[@darrylmiller7327]

Hey what happened your video ran out still enjoyed the little bit you showed liked hearing about on top of the world thanks.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

I have no idea! Either my computer ate it, or KZbin did lol! I still have it on my camera upload..but I was just explaining Summerfield and that’s about it. I think only about a minute got cut off and my outro

[@marlenebrizard9792]

What city ocala is close to

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Gainesville is 45 min drive North of us. Daytona Beach is almost a direct line East of us about 80 min drive. Orlando is 60 min drive SE of us. The Villages/Lady Lake is 30 mins South of us and Tampa is 90 minutes SW of us. Jacksonville is about 2 hours NE of us

[@williamtejada906]

O please Let me know if 1800$ dollares months is going to be enough for me to get a manufacturers home with the land please. Iam 66 years old man my wife is 39 she going to work she coming back from Dominica Republic

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Hey William! This is Jeff Baker. I will be more than happy to assist you in finding a home as close to Amazon as we can find for you. Let me start searching for you. Please feel free to email me directly at [e-mail]

[@williamtejada906]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty thanks you very much God bless you

[@williamtejada906]

Jeff thanks you

[@RobertHurleyJr]

Dollar Tree owns Dollar Tree and Family Dollar. Dollar General is a seperate competitor.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Thanks! My husband reminded me it was Family Dollar NOT Dollar General AFTER I posted the video. I knew someone was going to catch that. LOL

[@Nmo6835]

Tornadoes?!

[@mjgalante1]

Thank you for the video. I am from New Jersey and I cant wait to move to Florida. Many people have been saying there are sink holes in Florida. Is Ocala located in the sink hole areas? Thanks

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

We definitely get them, the same as pretty much anywhere else in Florida. It's basically a sand issue. I did a video on it once, but that was years ago. I will see about doing another one soon. There are areas that are prone to sinkholes that we all have seen. Because of the weight of the cars in parking lots and roads, they are more prone to suffer from sinkholes than houses. Here is some of the best info I have found on sinkholes in Florida and why and where and charts and graphs and maps. LOL Keep in mind, you can pay to have a sinkhole inspection done prior to purchasing a house. Geo-Tech is a company that does that. I hope this helps: www.floridadisaster.org/contentassets/c6a7ead876b1439caad3b38f7122d334/appendix-h_sinkhole-report.pdf

[@marjorieportee3406]

Checkout Oakbrook Vill!get condominium, nice and quiet for 55 and up

[@Maria-fz1mu]

I'm looking into buying something in ocala from Miami it sounds like there's a big change.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

Hi Mary, it is a huge culture shock to go from Miami to Ocala or Ocala to Miami for that matter. We are way more laid back here. Let me know if we can help you with your move! We will try to make it easier on you.

[@Maria-fz1mu]

@@GreatExpectationsRealty yes it looks like a shocker. I'm looking to buy land.

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

@@Maria-fz1mu How many acres and for what use? If you want to speak privately my email is: [e-mail]

[@robertlindstrom9516]

I moved here from Miami and it is a big change. Think of the "fast" walkways they have in airports and the feeling that you get when you step off it and walk at a normal pace. Don't worry...you will get used to it!

[@marlenebrizard9792]

I want something affordable and nice

[@GreatExpectationsRealty]

My idea of affordable and nice might not be the same as yours. Why don’t you email me, and we will see what your expectations are so we can get you exactly what you personally want? [e-mail]