One in Five Canadians Would Consider Purchasing Property in the US

A BMO Bank of Montreal study revealed that 20% of Canadians would consider purchasing real estate in the US because of low prices and the strength of the Canadian dollar.

Canadians interested in purchasing property in Central Florida may want to take a look at the Osceola County area.  Home to Kissimmee, Osceola County offers a number of quality homes at affordable prices.  Short term rental zoning is also very attractive to out of area buyers. 

Call or email to receive information on buying a short sale or foreclosure home in the Kissimmee-Central Florida area.

Where can I find information about tax certificates and tax deed sales in Kissimmee and Osceola County?

Q: Where can I find information about tax certificates and tax deed sales in Kissimmee and Osceola County?

When real estate taxes become delinquent the tax collector conducts a public sale of tax certificates. You can find detailed information on the tax certificate process and tax deed sale process by visiting the Osceola Tax Collector.

You can view foreclosures and all homes for sale by visiting Florida homes for sale.


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If you moved to Osceola County in 2008, you were not alone

If you moved to Osceola County in 2008, you were not alone

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Osceola County home to Kissimmee and St. Cloud was the 87th fastest growing county in the US.

The Census Bureau released a report that included the top 100 counties with a population of 10,000 or more and Osceola reported a 3.1% increase from 2007 - 2008.

If you would like more information about moving to Osceola County Florida, contact me.


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Osceola County Florida is home to cities that include Kissimmee and St. Cloud. Right now in Osceola there are 10 homes for sale listed with 10 acres of more. Additionally there are over 50 parcels of ground listed for sale that are 10 acres plus.

To find out more about these available properties, contact me or search for your home here.


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Osceola Florida #8 in housing

The U.S. Census Bureau released a news report which updated housing estimates for states and counties.

The report for the fastest growing counties in the country from July 1, 2006- July 1, 2008 indicated that Osceola County is the 8th fastest growing county in housing units.

The Census Bureau describes a housing unit as;

" A housing unit is a house, an apartment, a mobile home or trailer, a group of rooms, or a single room that is occupied, or, if vacant, is intended for occupancy as separate living quarters. Separate living quarters are those in which the occupants live separately from any other persons in the building and which have direct access from the outside of the building or through a common hall."

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Osceola Florida real estate market

Telling numbers for those looking to sell their Osceola home or property.

New listings

January 893
February 878
March 910

Sold listings

January 117
February 163
March 187

Consider the price carefully before entering the market. Consult with a professional real estate agent prior to listing your home.


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Home sales report - Osceola - Kissimmee Florida


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Home sales report - Osceola - Kissimmee Florida

Here is a look at the Osceola County home sales through last week. Osceola County includes homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida.

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The Osceola County Citizens’ Academy

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The Osceola County Citizens’ Academy

This is a 14-week program of meetings to help educate citizens of Osceola County about the government and the services provided. Classes are scheduled to start on March 6th. You can find more information at this Osceola County press release.


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Central Florida school system information

Here is a list of the Central Florida school system websites. Please visit these sites to locate a school or to obtain information on schools in your area or the area you are moving to.

• Orange County Schools - website
• Osceola County Schools - website
• Seminole County Schools - website
• Volusia County Schools - website

You can also find additional information about Florida schools by visiting the Department of Education.