Looks like a number of buyers are feeling more like Chicken Little these days! It’s practically impossible to avoid the doom and gloom “sky is falling” portrayed on the news about both the mortgage and housing industries. Granted, the ...
[Read More] Orlando Sentinel wrote an article recently that advised home owners to hire a real estate agent instead of going it alone in today’s market. In today’s market, for sale by owner (FSBO) homes are having to compete with the large inventory and ...
[Read More] In an interview with Daryl Flynn, East Orlando's School Board Representative, Insight East Orlando highlights news on Orange County's upcoming school year. Flynn discusses the overcrowding issue the school board is facing and ways to tackle the ...
[Read More] Mortgage Rates Fall for Second Straight Week Each week Bankrate publishes a survey of large lenders in the top 10 markets to get a snapshot of where mortgage rates stand. This week marks the second week in a row that rates have declined (-0.02% for 30-year ...
[Read More] I now have a new addiction to the authentic Philly style Hoagies and Philly Cheese Steaks at Brianto’s. Darren DeGennaro is a one of the 3 owners of this NEW establishment and one of my real estate clients. Brianto’s opened it’s doors ...
[Read More] Mr. Beat Kahli, Publisher of the East Orlando Sun, had an interesting editorial this week. In his article, Mr. Kahli references a book entitled, Today’s Hot Job Targets , that ranks Orlando as No. 2 in the U.S. for job opportunities. This is good ...
[Read More] Everywhere I go, whether it be driving with my clients, chatting with my friends over dinner or socializing with the parents of my daughter’s friends, the conversation seems to head in the direction of the property tax reform. Everyone wants to know ...
[Read More] Avalon Park Construction is set to begin this month on a new three acre park that will feature an outdoor stage for performance venues. This will be a great addition to the East Orlando community, which in the past has had to resort to portable stages ...
[Read More] This is a buyer’s market yet many people do not believe they can achieve the American dream. Granted, not everyone is able to go out a buy a home tomorrow. However, with planning and determination your dreams can become a reality. I’m so excited ...
[Read More] As a mother of a 7 year old I am always looking out for events that families can benefit from. I try to keep my clients and their families informed. That is why when I came across this event I thought it may be of some interest, especially being only a ...
[Read More] The following is a helpful checklist to cover when deciding to sell your home: Use "home wash" (a hose attachment that is available at any home improvement store) to clean the outside of the house. Clean rain gutters as well as outside windows ...
[Read More] In a recent article in Agent Direct News, Bernice Ross writes about face to face negotiation. High touch still matters. Realtors have fallen into the pattern of either faxing or e-mailing offers. By doing so you loose one of the most important tools you ...
[Read More] Hello! I have a guest blogger for this week! Her name is Kim Hiltbrand and she is owner of Design Resolution in Longwood, FL. As the market becomes more challenging, it is more important than ever to make your home listing stand out from the others. Home ...
[Read More] According to Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey for the previous week, the market has rolled back a small portion of the large increases in mortgage rates that were recorded over the prior five weeks. The 30-year fixed-rate mortgage which ...
[Read More] When the nation's home prices were booming, Florida led the way. Now, with the housing market in a slump, the state is taking the lead in tackling one of the boom's more onerous legacies: sky-high property taxes. In mid-June, the Florida legislature ...
[Read More] Before viewing a potential rental property, ask the most important questions over the phone to make sure the apartment is even a potential candidate. Here are some big questions for you to consider: • How many bedrooms in the apartment/house? • ...
[Read More] The Orlando area's median sales price for existing homes and condominiums sold through Realtors edged up to $249,900 in May, nearly equal to the $250,000 median price a year earlier. In April, the median had dipped year-over year by 2.77 percent, a ...
[Read More] A positive real estate transaction starts with the selection of the right agent for you. Whether you are a first time home buyer or purchasing your tenth home, you need an agent who can deliver what you specifically need! Here are some tips to help you ...
[Read More] As any Avalon Park or East Orlando resident knows, the morning and evening commutes can be very trying! Well, I’m happy to say that Orange County understands our pain. Attendees were provided a good update today at the East Orlando Chamber of Commerce ...
[Read More] - Wedgefield will be hosting the Central Florida Blood Bank for a Blood Drive Saturday, July 19 th from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the Golf Club. - WHOA (Wedgefield Homeowners Association) members will receive buy one get one free for lunch special the ...
[Read More] W hen you make the decision to sell your home one of the first things you’ll want to look closely at is the curb appeal. Does this really matter if your home is competitively priced for your market? During a buyer’s market pricing is just one ...
[Read More] A proper home inspection is an important process when purchasing a home. Here are some items that are essential to inspect before purchasing a home: 1. Appliances: Check that the microwave, dishwasher, clothes washer and drier are all in working order. ...
[Read More] I have spoken to many realtors who agree that we are beginning to see the more “serious” buyers contact us for information, show up at Open Houses, view our listings online, etc. These buyers truly “get” the current market conditions ...
[Read More] According to the Orlando Regional Realtor ® Association the Orlando housing market appears to be seeking a middle ground between buyers and sellers as the pace of newly added inventory dropped in April and the median price increased just a fraction. ...
[Read More] Orientation at the University of Central Florida is in full swing. Hundred of students will be gathering at the university's main campus each week for the next three months to begin their academic career at the 5th largest public university in the ...
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