Snowbird guides
Practical guides for owning a home in Southwest Florida part of the year.
Snowbird Home Checklist for Southwest FloridaA season-by-season checklist for owning a home in SWFL part of the year: arriving, staying, leaving and the months in between.Hurricane Prep Checklist for SWFL HomeownersWhat to do before, during and after hurricane season to protect a Southwest Florida home, whether you live here full time or part of the year.How to Choose a Pool Cage & Lanai Screen CompanyWhat to ask before you hire someone to repair, rescreen or replace a pool enclosure or lanai screen in Southwest Florida.The Snowbird's Closing Checklist for a Southwest Florida HomeEverything to do before you head north for the summer, from the A/C setting to the hurricane plan.Hurricane Prep for Absentee OwnersHow to protect a Southwest Florida home during hurricane season when you're 1,200 miles away.How to Choose a Home Watch Company in Southwest FloridaWhat to ask, which credentials matter, and red flags to avoid.Shipping Your Car South: A Snowbird's GuideAuto transport routes, timing, pricing factors and how to avoid the most common problems.Opening Your Southwest Florida Home for the SeasonA step-by-step checklist for arrival day, plus what to book before you drive down.