Buying a home in Florida right now is more complicated than people think. New construction promises lower maintenance, better insurance rates, and modern technology… but resale homes often bring character, mature neighborhoods, and opportunities you simply can’t recreate.

In this episode of Dirt Secrets, Kim Griffin and Amanda Wood break down the real differences between new construction vs resale homes in Central Florida, including the hidden costs buyers overlook, why “beautiful” renovations can still become financial nightmares, and how smart buyers evaluate the total picture beyond just price per square foot.

From smart thermostats and rising insurance costs to bad flips, rat infestations, hidden repair bills, and bidding wars on fully renovated homes, this episode dives into the realities buyers face in today’s market. They also  ...