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SPEARHEADING THE FIGHT AGAINST COLORECTAL CANCER

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CONTENTS | ISSUE 12

4 1 Welcome

HOT TOPICS 4 UCF Lake Nona Medical Center Full-service healthcare provides 24/7 emergency care and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient services

HEALTH & WELLNESS 6 Gastroenterology Spearheading the fight against colorectal cancer with Dr. Panzarella

By Amado J. Bobadilla

8 Chopra Mind-Body Zone and Spa Coming to Lake Nona Performance Club this summer By Samantha Montgomery

LIFESTYLE 10

Bookworms' Corner Book Reviews: How to Catch a Leprechaun and Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic By Samantha Montgomery

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12 16 12 Local Artist JEFRË Unveils New Sculpture Stunning photos of the world’s tallest heart sculpture

Daryl Carter Seeks to develop new mixed-use community near Lake Nona

14 Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day Fun, food and mayhem on a mischievous holiday By Samantha Montgomery

EAT LAKE NONA 16 First Watch Brunch Cocktails A sampling of colorful libations to jump-start brunch By Samantha Montgomery

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New Neighborhoods, New Experiences New developments coming to Lake Nona

What Investors Need to Know about Buying a Home Sound advice on buying, renting or flipping a property

By Samia Solh

By Lawrence Bellido

6 Dr. Paul Panzarella, a gastroenterologist with the Center for Advanced Gastroenterology – Lake Nona Photo Credit: Denee Hickman

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HOT TOPICS | UCF MEDICAL CENTER

BY DANIA BOUSTANY

ake Nona now has its own hospital. UCF Lake Nona Medical Center brings convenient access to full-service healthcare to Lake Nona and surrounding communities in southeast Orlando and Osceola County. Located at 6700 Lake Nona Blvd., adjacent to the UCF College of Medicine in Orlando’s Medical City, the state-of-the-art hospital provides 24/7 emergency care and comprehensive inpatient and outpatient hospital services and is expected to serve more than 17,000 patients in its first year. The establishment of the new hospital, which was a $175 million investment in expanding access to care in the area, created more than 350 jobs. As a full-service hospital, UCF Lake Nona Medical Center features 64 inpatient beds, a 20-bed emergency department, four operating rooms, a cardiac catheterization lab, comprehensive imaging and laboratory services and six private birthing suites. The hospital has room to

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expand to 80 beds and is designed for future growth up to 500 beds to meet the needs of the growing Lake Nona community. UCF Lake Nona Medical Center has also invested in the latest technology to support superior quality care and patient safety, including systems to provide enhanced security, communication and experience as well as innovative patient care and treatment options. The UCF Lake Nona Medical Center medical staff includes more than 250 physicians, including specialists in primary care, cardiology, colorectal surgery, general surgery, gastroenterology, orthopedic surgery, pulmonology, nephrology, OB/GYN, gynecologic oncology, infectious disease, nephrology, neurohealth sciences, spine and urology. “The grand opening of UCF Lake Nona Medical Center is the realization of a vision that will impact the community

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for years to come,” said Wendy H. Brandon, FACHE, Chief Executive Officer. “With the rapid growth in Lake Nona, this community needed a hospital close to home. Our team looks forward to becoming more engaged in the region’s wellness and supporting Lake Nona’s commitment to health and well-being. Whether you need treatment for an acute injury or illness, or if you are seeking resources for advanced specialty care, our community can count on UCF Lake Nona Medical Center to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.” Designed with education spaces and technology throughout, UCF Lake Nona Medical Center also represents the future of medicine in Central Florida and will deliver outstanding training for tomorrow’s healthcare heroes. Through its affiliation with UCF Academic Health, the hospital will provide learning opportunities for UCF nursing, social work and physical therapy students as well as medical students at the UCF College of Medicine. These students will be learning from community physician partners, as well as UCF physicians and

researchers, who share the hospital’s commitment to educating excellent caregivers and finding cures. “In addition to providing convenient access to outstanding healthcare services in Lake Nona, this hospital will provide important educational opportunities for tomorrow’s physicians and support the work of our UCF researchers,” said Dr. Deborah C. German, Vice President for Health Affairs and Dean of the College of Medicine at University of Central Florida. “Today, we celebrate the next step in creating a healthcare hub in Lake Nona that will increase economic development and improve health for all.” UCF Lake Nona Medical Center celebrated its grand opening with a virtual event on March 1. A recording of the virtual event is available on UCF Lake Nona Medical Center’s Facebook page. To learn more about the new hospital and its services, visit www.ucflakenonamedicalcenter.com. l

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HEALTH & WELLNESS | COVER STORY

CENTER FOR ADVANCED GASTROENTEROLOGY– LAKE NONA Spearheading the Fight Against Colorectal Cancer BY AMADO J. BOBADILLA

ore than fifty thousand Americans are expected to die this year from colorectal cancer, the number-two cause for cancer-related deaths in this country. That’s 75 percent of all the seats in Tampa’s Raymond James Stadium, but those deaths are preventable. All of them. That’s what National Colorectal Awareness Month is all about. Dr. Paul Panzarella, a gastroenterologist with the Center for Advanced Gastroenterology – Lake Nona, is leading the charge.

These symptoms may include abdominal pain, rectal bleeding, change in the diameter of the stool and unintentional weight loss. Warning signs may present as a new finding of anemia in routine blood work or the detection of fecal DNA (DNA specific to intestinal polyps or tumors) that has escaped and seeped into the stool.

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“The purpose of the month is to raise awareness about the disease and to educate our patients as to the importance of routine colonoscopy screening,” says Dr. Panzarella. “It also gives us an opportunity to encourage those patients not to wait until they experience symptoms to get a colonoscopy.”

During a 15- to 20-minute colonoscopy, the patient is anesthetized, then the physician inserts a flexible fiber-optic scope anally and advances it through the colon to detect polyps—generally small, pencil-eraser–sized eruptions in the colon wall, which he will then remove for later examination and evaluation. Whether completely benign or adenomatous (pre-cancerous), should these tiny nodules remain undetected, they could eventually result in cancerous lesions that may block or otherwise undermine the colon’s effectiveness and spread via the blood and lymph systems to the liver or lungs. Because of the consumption of a diet high in red meat and low in fiber, Dr. Panzarella says that colon cancer is beginning to affect the American population at increasingly younger ages to the point that the American Cancer Society suggests lowering the age for screening from 50 to 45. In that regard, he relates cases where a 34-year-old woman and 45-year-old man presented with rectal bleeding; cases where, statistically, the diagnosis would have been internal hemorrhoids. Concerned, he conducted colonoscopies and identified cases of colorectal cancer in both individuals. With proactive treatment, they survived the horror that claimed the life of Black Panther star Chadwick Bozeman, who succumbed to the disease at 43, after having battled it from age 39. “Most of us change the oil and conduct preventive maintenance on our vehicles at regular intervals, but we won’t do the same for our bodies,” Dr. Panzarella says. “Just like we don’t want to wait until our car breaks down before we do something, we certainly don’t want to wait for our body to break down. We want to arrest disease at its onset when treatment is easier and more successful. That’s why regular screenings are crucial,” he says. “We have to identify colorectal cancer early and treat it promptly to avoid any deadly scenarios.”

Dr. Panzarella advises that the now-popular stool tests (touted in those cute, animated TV commercials) are respectable screening tools—especially for people who are hesitant or resistant to having a colonoscopy. If the tests show any anomaly, however, a colonoscopy is indicated and, unfortunately, may not be covered by a patient’s insurance. Many carriers will pay for only one test or the other, not both. He maintains that by opting to have a colonoscopy screening the patient is more likely to be fully covered — in more ways than one. “It gives a direct visualization of the colon, which minimizes the potential of any missed lesions or missed coverage,” he says. Gastroenterology is the subspecialty of digestive diseases, which range from acid reflux to difficulty swallowing, constipation, abdominal pain, rectal bleeding and, of course, colorectal cancer. In addition, these specialists also treat hemorrhoids, gallbladder afflictions and pancreatic abnormalities. Training for the specialty involves 3 to 4 years of internship and residency in internal medicine plus a 3-year gastroenterology fellowship. For as long as he can remember, Panzarella says, he always wanted to be a doctor, citing a photo of his threeyear-old self with a toy stethoscope examining a stuffed panda bear. A native of Long Island, NY, he did his undergraduate work at LIU (Long Island University) Post, formerly known as C.W. Post College (named for the cereal magnate). He received his medical degree from St. George’s University School of Medicine in Grenada and did his internship, residency and fellowship work at NYU Langone Hospital – Long Island. Upon graduation in 2013, he and his wife moved to Atlanta where he practiced with Atlanta Gastroenter-

ology Associates before moving the family to Lake Nona in 2017 (where the couple have since become the proud parents of three healthy sons: three-year-old twins and a one-yearold). He joined the partners of the Center for Advanced Gastroenterology in Maitland, a practice with a 30year history of exceptional care. The practice now has satellites in Lake Mary and in Lake Nona. In March, Dr. Panzarella will begin seeing patients regularly at the Lake Nona office on Thursdays, and adding other days of the week as the practice grows. The median age of a Lake Nona resident is 38, so the message of early colorectal cancer detection may not resonate as loudly within this population as one might hope. Dr. Panzarella hopes that more local residents will take heed of the importance of colorectal screening and, as more patients visit his practice for such things as heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis or other lower-digestive-tract issues, they may, eventually, be won over to a practice that could, very well, one day save their lives. l

The Center for Advanced Gastroenterology – Lake Nona is located across from Valencia State College at 12601 Narcoossee Road, Suite 209, Orlando, FL 32832. Call (407) 644-4014 to schedule an appointment.

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HEALTH & WELLNESS | CHOPRA MIND-BODY ZONE AND SPA

Lake Nona Performance Club and Chopra Global Bring

CHOPRA MIND– BODY ZONE AND SPA TO LAKE NONA

BY SAMANTHA MONTGOMERY

ake Nona Performance Club and Chopra Global have collaborated to create a unique approach to having a spa day—one that aims to have positive long-term impacts on the individual’s health and well-being.

Chopra Global Vice President of Partnerships Jaime Rabin said, “Chopra Global and Lake Nona have a long and rich partnership guided by our common mission of promoting health and wellbeing. We’re incredibly excited to expand that partnership with the new Chopra MindBody Zone and Spa specializing in the life-changing benefits of whole health and practicing the connectivity of mind, body, and spirit. The programs at LNPC will serve as a model for us moving forward as we look to continue the expansion of our physical brand presence.”

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According to Dr. Deepak Chopra’s website chopra.com, the doctor is “a world-renowned pioneer in integrative medicine and personal transformation.” During a recent meditation event in Lake Nona, Dr. Chopra said, “I feel that Lake Nona is going to be the leader in the world that will create a movement for what I've longed for all my life: a critical mass of people who will engage in personal and total transformation for a more peaceful, just, and a more healthy and enjoyable world. But to get there, we have to take care of ourselves first.” The Chopra Mind–Body Zone and Spa will have a wide selection of classes such as: aerial yoga, Reformer Pilates, barre and meditation. Mind–body assessments will be available as well as traditional massages and Ayurvedic massages, a holistic healing system. Construction is under way for the 5,500-square-foot Chopra Mind–Body Zone and Spa and is expected to open this summer in the Lake Nona Town Center. l

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LIFESTYLE | BOOK REVIEWS

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Jennifer L. Scott – Polish Your Poise with Madame Chic: Lessons in Everyday Elegance

n her early twenties, author Jennifer L. Scott spent six months in Paris as a foreign exchange student with a husband and wife that she affectionately refers to as Monsieur and Madame Chic. They were Parisians who lived a very simple life—one vastly different from the life Americans consider normal. Coming from California, Jennifer had a laid-back style of clothing and social etiquette, but she was about to receive the education of a lifetime, which, lucky for us, resulted in a three-book series about everyday elegance. Let me start by saying that this is not a book where the author bashes Americans for being rude slobs, but rather a book on how to enjoy life a little more and perhaps add some sophistication into your daily routine—by slowing down a little and taking in the scenery. One of my favorite suggestions is: what if you turned off that reality television show and instead checked out that foreign film that so many people are talking about? You might just learn something new or garner an appreciation for something you didn’t even know you liked. When Americans think of Paris or Parisians, many think of elegance, class or culture. So, how do we Americans try to incorporate a little of this thinking into our daily lives? We can start by turning off the television and put-

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ting down our phones while enjoying a delicious meal. The author notes that during her time abroad, she noticed that when meals were served, it was treated as an event. People engaged in conversation with one another and never lamented over the calories in the food or how the heavy cream in the meal was going to have them “working it off” at the gym. Instead, they savored every bite of food and conversation with their companions. If you decide to pick up this read, you will start to notice the little things you do that keep you from enjoying the moment. You might end up expanding your horizons by taking in a new exhibit at the local museum or trying a new dessert without so much as a thought of having to jump on the treadmill. This is part of a three-book series that can be read in any order. Without a doubt, the third book was my favorite. So, do yourself a favor and turn off that television, put down your phone, and start enjoying your surroundings. l

Adam Wallace – How to Catch a Leprechaun ILLUSTRATIONS BY ANDY ELKERTON

his book is a great way to get your kids into the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day and have some fun trying to catch a leprechaun along the way.

Leprechauns are fast and mischievous, which makes them all the more alluring to kids everywhere. Take a journey to various households, where kids think they have the upper hand and can outsmart this magical little guy, all in the hopes of swiping his pot of gold. Thirteen children are hard at work building their traps on St. Paddy’s Day, with nets, catapults, boxes and string, but boy are they tired of being outsmarted by such a clever little thing!

Some might even get a “taste of their own medicine,” because this guy in green is all about pulling pranks and creating mayhem everywhere he goes—and he is not about to get caught now. With bright, beautiful illustrations, your little ones will be excited to follow the journey of one very impish leprechaun and some very tenacious kiddos hoping to score some gold. After you finish the book, check out our article “Celebrating St. Patrick’s Day” for some ideas to entice your own leprechaun visit this year. It is sure to become a family tradition. l

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LIFESTYLE | ART SCENE

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UNVEILS DESIGN FOR WORLD’S TALLEST HEART SCULPTURE 100-foot permanent art installation, the HEART, will create an engaging public landmark at Tradition, Florida

or Valentine’s Day, acclaimed public artist JEFRË has unveiled plans for an engaging public landmark to be installed at Tradition, a master-planned community in Port St. Lucie, Florida. Named “HEART to HEART”, the soaring, heart-shaped mirrored stainlesssteel installation will form the centerpiece of Tradition, creating a vibrant meeting place and a destination for families and couples, locals and visitors alike. in all directions. The landmark will be visible from Tradition’s main entrance near Interstate 95. “Tradition is what is in your heart, I just want to show how big it can be,” says JEFRË who is known for his exuberant, large-scale installations around the world that aim to activate public spaces and bring people together through a shared experience and joy. The artist’s international work was recently presented to the public with his firstsolo exhibition at Orlando Museum of Art. “My goal is to create an iconic landmark for the city and people of Tradition, a postcard moment that brings people together,” adds JEFRË. JEFRË understands our vision for Tradition and how integral art is to life in our community," said Dan Grosswald, Mattamy President of Southeast Florida Division. "When we saw his sculptures around the world, we knew that he would create an iconic, recognizable piece of art for our current and future residents and for visitors to travel to see." The installation is expected to be completed in time for a public dedication on Valentine’s Day 2022. l

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Commissioned by Mattamy Homes, the 100-foot sculpture with dynamic, gently twisting shape, will rise above a circular water pool measuring 30 feet in diameter. During the day, the sun above and water below will create reflections on the sculpture’s polished surface while at night, the installation will be dramatically illuminated by LED lights. Those who climb the glass bridge connecting the two sides of the installation will have far-reaching views

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LIFESTYLE | ST. PATRICK'S DAY

CELEBRATING

ST. PATRICK’S DAY! BY SAMANTHA MONTGOMERY

If you have kids, this is a great opportunity to turn the day into one of mischief. I chose traditions that my kids have grown up with, and lucky for you won’t cost a lot of green. Take a trip to any dollar store and grab a few things such as: colored sidewalk chalk, green candy or candy in green packaging, a bag of “gold” coins, shamrock confetti and Lucky Charms cereal. Send the kids outside with colored sidewalk chalk and have them draw the biggest rainbows they can on the sidewalk or driveway. Inspire them to be creative by drawing other things like shamrocks and pots of gold, too. Leprechauns from near and far will be enticed to slide into your house on one of the rainbows and cause a little mischief before leaving some goodies around the house. You can

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also sprinkle some Lucky Charms cereal around the rainbows in case the leprechauns are hungry when they arrive. A well-fed leprechaun is known to reward with treats rather than mischievous pranks. While the kids are busy creating their art outside, sneak into the house or have someone on the inside give you a hand. Hide the candy and “gold” coins or dollar bills around the house in easy-to-find places. Sprinkle the confetti in trails leading to the hidden surprises so little ones have an easy time finding their lucky loot. For a little extra fun, turn some of the artwork in your house upside down, turn a chair on its side or put the coffee table on the sofa. When your kids are finished drawing their rainbows, they will be so excited to see all the impish pranks pulled on them. Help them locate their candy

and money by following the confetti trail. Simply end the night by reading the book “How to Catch a Leprechaun,” by Adam Wallace's which is also featured in our Bookworms’ Corner section of the magazine. If you are celebrating with family and friends who are over 21, have a beer-sampling party. Have each person invited bring some Irish beer so everyone can do a tasting. Read on to find a variety of suggestions to make your party a success. Smithwick’s Irish Ale has the honor of being the “most consumed ale in Ireland,” according to their website. You can choose from: The Red, The Blonde and The Pale One. Smithwick’s Red Ale has a deep-red color and looks great poured in a glass. Featuring roasted barley and

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o you have plans to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day this year? If not, let us help you put together a fun event, either out on the town or in the comfort of your home. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated on March 17; however, we Irish have been known to stretch the party out well into the weekend. So, whether you are celebrating the day with your little leprechauns at home, or you just want to drink with the adults, we have you covered on this lucky holiday.

a blend of mild hops, this is a tasty beer that is easy on the palate. The Blonde Ale is golden in color and features Polaris hops, which also create a nice citrus aroma. To turn this Blonde green, simply pour the ale into a glass and add 3 to 5 drops of green food coloring. You can blame this magic trick on the leprechauns that must have snuck into the party earlier in the night. Finally, The Pale One, which was my favorite of the three ales, has more of a fruity flavor due to the Amarillo hops. When the warm weather comes back, make sure to note this one as a perfect poolside ale. Lucky Buddha Beer is not an Irish beer but an Asianstyle lager that has a crisp taste with notes of honey and wheat. I also tasted citrus notes, such as grapefruit and lemon. It is light in color, and you certainly could turn this beer green, but I would leave this as it comes: in a very cool green Buddha bottle, which is how it made its way into this list. This is another one to earmark for a future poolside beer.

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Guinness Foreign Extra Stout always deserves a spot at a St. Paddy’s Day beer-tasting party! This stout has a beautiful chocolatey color and starts with a bittersweet taste, but the finish is dry, resulting in a full-bodied beer. While this stout does not lend itself to being turned green, the name Guinness is synonymous with Irish—in our household, anyway.

and three Pear. Grab some tall glasses and start an “Irish Cider Flight,” and you will have this holiday in the bag. For those of you who don’t want all the fuss and prep of planning a party in your home, Park Pizza and Brewing Company has a variety of beers to try, and while they are not Irish, you can always pretend they are. Currently there are 16 beers on tap, and they make it easy to cater to a party of one or a group. You can choose from: small, large, one-liter stein or a pitcher. The small size lends itself perfectly to a beer flight. If you have a big party, simply have everyone pick one item from the Pre-Pizza section of the menu and pass the plates around. You and your friends can choose from: Crispy Mozzarella, the Giant Soft Baked Pretzel, Burrato and Heirloom Tomatoes, Dough Poppers and Oak-Fired Chicken Wings. They will be open on St. Patrick’s Day from 11am to 10pm, and you can make a reservation through the OpenTable app ahead of time. Remember to drink responsibly, and plan on a designated driver to get everyone home safely. l

Killian’s Irish Red is my absolute favorite Irish beer. With hints of citrus and roasted caramel, one can simply not go wrong bringing it to the party. It is easy to find in any supermarket, is affordable, and has a pleasant aftertaste. While it does not lend itself to being turned into a green beer, it is sure to be a crowd pleaser. This one is worth pouring into a tall glass simply to show off its brilliant ruby-red color. Magner’s Irish Cider Variety Pack features their Original Irish Cider, Pear Cider and Berry Cider. While taste testing these different varieties, I found the Pear Irish Cider to be my favorite. It has a clean, crisp taste that I will definitely revisit this summer while sitting poolside in beautiful Florida. The Original Irish Cider tasted a little over-fermented to me, and the berry variety was a little too sweet for my taste, but it has a pretty rosy color. If you wanted to keep things super simple for your beer-tasting holiday, you could easily pick up this variety pack, which includes six bottles of Original Irish Cider, three Berry

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EAT LAKE NONA | BRUNCH

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Forget about all the other Bloody Marys you’ve had at brunch, because First Watch has added some pizzazz to their Million Dollar Bloody Mary. Featuring New Amsterdam Gluten Free Vodka and a garnish of the always popular Million Dollar Bacon, it is the perfect mixture of sweet and spicy. If you haven’t tried the Million Dollar Bacon, you are in for a treat. Smoked bacon with black pepper, brown sugar, a pinch of cayenne and a drizzle of maple syrup complement this zesty cocktail perfectly. The Cinnamon Toast Cereal Milk is a creamy concoction of Rum Haven Coconut Rum, cold-brew coffee, coconut milk and a little agave nectar. The final adornment is a cinnamon stick, which works perfectly to swirl all the delicious flavors together before you take your first tropical sip.

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reakfast is a meal, but brunch is an event, and First Watch has brunch down to a science with their Signature Cocktails. They start by using the freshest ingredients and topshelf liquor and then top it off with a sassy garnish. Currently there are six drinks to choose from, but I have taken time out of my busy schedule to sample them all for you. You’re welcome.

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If you are brave enough to handle tequila at brunch, then the Pomegranate Sunrise is the morning mixture for you. Featuring Camarena Tequila, pomegranate juice, agave nectar and a lime garnish, this rubyred libation certainly will jump-start your day. What brunch review would be complete without mentioning mimosas? The two reasons First Watch has made a commendable Mimosa: 100% fresh-squeezed orange juice and your very own little champagne bottle. When you decide the perfect ratio of juice to bubbles, it officially becomes the perfect mimosa. Now, I know I said that each cocktail comes with a sassy little garnish, and for this one, I am counting the miniature champagne bottle as such.

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nce again, Tavistock Development Co. is adding new neighborhoods to Lake Nona. Homebuilder Toll Brothers has added opulence with luxury to this estate community with $1 to $2 million homes in the first of what could be several upcoming developments. “We’re excited to announce the development of Laurel Pointe—Lake Nona’s newest neighborhood built exclusively by Toll Brothers,” said Tavistock Development Company Vice President of Residential Development Rob Adams. “Recognized for superior quality and distinctive architecture, the homes in Laurel Pointe will attract new families to Lake Nona where they can experience the unmatched amenities, events, and camaraderie that continue to make our community one of the fastest-growing in the country.” Toll Brothers Estate Collection series will offer 70-ft. lots and its Signature series on the 90-ft. lots. Signature homes come standard with swimming pools, three- and four-car garages, Sub-Zero and Wolf appliances, 24-inch tiles in the living area and optional elevator. These homes come highly customizable and typically

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sell for $1.5 million and up. Another 124-lot subdivision, previously known as N-4, in the Poitras East master plan will be located on the north side of Luminary Boulevard, across from the Laureate Park expansion and Pulte’s Isles of Lake Nona. Laurel Pointe will consist of 70- and 90-ft. lots as well. It will be one of Lake Nona’s few gated communities with its own separate HOA. The Estate Collection is currently available in Toll Brothers’ Lakeshore Community in Winter Garden, where base prices start at $937,995. Toll Brothers are partnering with Tavistock to be one of the first builders in its Sunbridge Community and is hunting for available land, according to land-acquisition manager Dustin Bowersett. Along with the new amenities being added to the area, these homes are a perfect addition to complete this wonderful community we call home. l

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here are a lot of things investors need to know when looking for a home, whether they want to keep the home and rent it or flip it quickly for a profit. While both are investments, there are several things that make them different to keep in mind. One thing they have in common, though, is that buying a house as an investor means leaving your emotions at home and treating it strictly as a business.

Buying a Rental Property

Usually, work needs to be done on the house before you can rent it. This is where you need to keep your emotions in check. Every penny spent, from the purchase to the renovations and upkeep, is a business decision. A fancy kitchen faucet is not going to increase the rent, so you’re better off getting a basic one that works well but costs less.

Buying a Property to Flip

For investors, flipping homes is a way to generate income. It means finding homes that are undervalued, and then selling them for a profit. The

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main reason properties are undervalued is because they need work. If you want to buy a home as an investment, you need to evaluate whether the cost of the home, plus the renovation costs, leave enough room for profit when you sell the house. Again, don't let emotions get in the way. Avoid homes you consider “unique,” because in the end plain, cookie-cutter homes usually sell faster. Never buy the biggest house in a neighborhood of smaller houses, because the smaller houses drag the property values down for the larger homes. Plus, any renovation work will probably be more expensive in a larger home.

Investing in homes or real estate can be a complex process that involves high dollar amounts, so proceed with caution. A qualified real estate agent can guide you as you proceed. l

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The reason investors buy and hold rental homes is that it provides income while slowly building equity. The goal is to make sure the rent you charge is greater than the monthly mortgage payment and ongoing maintenance, thus creating income. At the same time, however, you expect the property value to increase, which builds equity in the home.

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eveloper Daryl Carter is following a great deal of development activity happening on the outskirts of Orlando’s affluent Lake Nona community and south of the Orlando International Airport. With the help of investment partner and broker Jim Dowd, principal of land company Dowd Properties Inc., Carter is pursuing Orange County guidance to begin the development process of converting roughly 23 acres of ranch land at 14727 Boggy Creek Rd. into a new mixed-use project, called Bennett Place. A recently submitted Preliminary Review Item shows Carter is seeking to develop up to 50,000 square feet of commercial and medical office space, a possible hospital or care facility with up to 150 beds, a hotel with up to 200 rooms and entitlements suitable to house around 350 multifamily units. The property, located less than a half-mile north of the Osceola County line, between Boggy Creek Road and Happy Lane, is currently owned by the Bennett Family Revocable Living Trust, of which Shirley Bennett is the primary trustee. Dowd is brokering the deal between the two parties. Matthew Gillespie, with Kimley-Horn, is the engineer. Carter said he’s jumping on an opportunity to develop and sell land near large single-site employers, like

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Medical City and Orlando’s growing international airport.

feet of retail use and 150,000 square feet of office uses.

“You have a nucleus there,” Carter said. “[The Lake Nona/Airport submarket] is the envy of most other places.”

Just south of that project, the mixeduse Tyson Ranch master-planned community is underway and will consist of a 324-unit apartment complex developed by luxury multifamily real estate firm Bainbridge Companies and more than 300, two-story townhomes being built by M/I Homes.

He also points to several infrastructure improvement projects happening that could support more growth in the area, which he calls the Boggy Creek Road corridor. The expansion of Boggy Creek Road into a four-lane urban roadway is scheduled to be reconstructed next year, and the Orlando Utilities Commission (OUC) is extending utilities to the county line. “The Narcoossee Road corridor is running out of land,” he said. “Boggy Creek Road is the next Narcoossee Road corridor.” In September, GrowthSpotter reported of plans by a group of property owners seeking to annex about 36 acres of land, just north of the Bennett Place, with plans to develop 380 apartments, 92 townhomes and 78,000 square feet of commercial space. Across Boggy Creek Road, D.R. Hortonis under contract with land owner AdventHealth to purchase and develop roughly 115 acres. Pending permits would allow for 660 multifamily units, 166 townhomes, 160 senior housing units, 150,000 square

Without providing any names, Carter told GrowthSpotter he’s talking to several interested buyers and potential partners. “A lot of that area is broken out into five- or 10-acre tracts, so it’s hard to do anything of scale,” he said. Major developments happening nearby include, Poitras East, which is a roughly 1,100-acre planned neighborhood along Narcoossee and Boggy Creek roads in Orange and Osceola counties being planned by Tavistock Development Company. The property is designated as an expansion of its Lake Nona community, and calls for more than 2,700 residential units and 100,000 square feet of non-residential uses. Meanwhile, its Poitras West planned neighborhood spans about 700 acres on the opposite end, and is slated for up to five million square feet of office, industrial and commercial uses. Tavistock purchased the land last year for $49.35 million, in cash. l

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