Dick Betts REALTOR® The Villages, Florida

Some of you know our story, bought a home 10 years ago we didn’t like but loved the lot and location.  The lot is on a cul-de-sac so 14,000 sf plenty of room to make it our own.  Dropped 5 walls, gutted the kitchen, pulled up the floors, got rid of the popcorn ceiling and a bunch of other stuff a...

I think yesterday’s article “3,700 More New Homes to be Built in The Villages, Florida” set a record for comments, shares and likes.  I post my articles not only on my Facebook page but 10 other platforms with national exposure which lead to questions and comments throughout North America.  Many ...

It was announced today The Villages had plans approved by a magistrate for 3,700 new homes to be built on 1,483 acres.  The tract of land is north of Middleton, east of County Road 470 and stops at the Sumter Lake County line.  This area is included in the Wildwood Planning and Zoning Board cover...

8338 SE 178th Deveaux LaneThe Villages, FL 32162G5075653 $399,000The perfect home in The Villages this exceptional property is strategically situated near the Mulberry Grove shopping district, VA Center, and a wealth of amenities, ensuring your daily convenience. Enjoy immediate access to numerou...

Three days ago, I shared about interest rates and the possibility rates would be coming down.  On December 2nd, I wrote rates were 7.22% today working with a client I called Ronda my lender guy, she’s not a guy, anyway 6.875%.  Ronda told me rates are changing hourly and actually dropped a little...

All day of weather watching, nervous, making up a Plan “B” which is moving inside and watching radar.  Looked like clearing in time for the party so put the 10’ projection screen together in the garage.  By 4:30 rain was done and start setting up equipment outside.  5:30 all set up Christmas Caro...

Tonight, is the night, you don’t want to miss it! We started a Holiday Tradition about 12 years ago hosting a Christmas Movie Night which we have hosted annually even during Covid when people stayed in their golf carts like a drive-in movie.  Few years ago, we added The Ugly Sweater to the movie ...

I am not an economist, I don’t have a crystal ball but yet I am asked regularly about the market and interest rates.  My experience comes from buying and financing my first home about 45 years ago and being in the real estate industry for 23 years.  I do know when interest rates drop home prices ...

I am proud to announce a new addition to The Betts Team, David Anderson who has been a Realtor for 20 years in Canada and currently manages a Real Estate Brokerage with 200 agents in two separate provinces, Ontario and Nova Scotia.This from David:I’m absolutely thrilled to share the exciting news...

Busy weekend to help get you get in the Christmas Spirit starting today Friday December 1st at Brownwood Paddock Square Tree Lighting starting at 4:00 pm.  If you missed the celebration at the other two squares don’t miss this one.  Apparently, the parade at Spanish Springs was a big hit Wednesda...