Four Florida metro areas landed in the top 10 of the U.S. News & World Report’s “ Best Places to Retire in the U.S. 2020 .” Fort Myers — a midsize metro area with a small-town heritage — claimed the No. 1 spot. It was closely followed by Sarasota (No. 2), Port St. Lucie (No. 5) and Jacksonville (No.…

It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of buying a home. You already have a picture in your mind of what you want and you can’t wait to find it and make it your own. However, it’s important to be strategic, as buying a home is one of the biggest financial investments you’ll ever make.…