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Orlando Parade of Homes

Annual New Home Showcase

From Theresa Johnston, About.com Guest

Parade of Homes

Orlando's Annual Parade of Homes

HBA of Metro Orlando
Looking for a no-strings-attached way to preview some of the most glamorous homes that Orlando has to offer? Then the Home Builder's Association of Metro Orlando's annual Parade of Homes is for you. During the two week event, everyone is welcome to visit the new home communities listed in the Parade of Homes magazine without registering and realtor inquiries. At this time you are free to collect information on homes and preview the models at your leisure without having to show your credit references first.

Exclusive communities open their doors to browsers, dreamers and the occasional buyer. This is your opportunity to step into some of the new custom estate homes that are located within the gated neighborhoods of Central Florida. Security guards throughout these communities will make sure that the Parade traffic does not venture into non-model areas. Often a bus service is provided from designated parking areas to the models.

In addition to the multi-million dollar estates, the Parade also profiles many new communities that are more affordable.

For those that like to collect free ideas from local decorators, this is the perfect opportunity to bring your sketch pad and pencil to jot down some unique decorating ideas. Keep in mind that photography is generally not permitted. It is not specified in the Parade magazine which models are decorated, as builders want all their homes seen by as many potential buyers as possible.

The Central Florida Parade of Homes is held every spring, usually in May. New homes from Orange, Seminole, Osceola and Northeast Polk Counties are featured in this two week event that showcases some of the best home designs that area builders have to offer. During the first full weekend of the Parade, a Remodelors' Showcase presents a selection of homes where extensive remodeling has given an existing home a new lift.

Most new home communities will continue to have their model homes available for viewing until the subdivision has sold out.

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