Are you thinking about opening your own mom and pop shop in Orlando? Orlando is one of the cheapest places to open a business according to a report from the Miami Herald.
Discussing research conducted by BizCosts.com, Orlando ranks at the top as the cheapest place to set up a business. When you take this information into consideration with the fact the homes are being offered for sale at the lowest prices seen in some time; it may be time to consider owning a home and starting your business in the Orlando area.
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Jun 2, 2010
What would a football dome do to Orange County property values?
The Orlando Sentinel has reported that Orange County Commissioner Bill Segal dreams of bringing a football dome to Orange County.
How do football domes and stadiums impact mean property values? I went to Google looking for information about the impact football stadium has on real estate values. I found two differing opinions from two major markets that were considering/are considering building a football stadium.
How do football domes and stadiums impact mean property values? I went to Google looking for information about the impact football stadium has on real estate values. I found two differing opinions from two major markets that were considering/are considering building a football stadium.
- According to a paper prepared by Social Science Electronic Publishing, Inc., “the average expected amenity effect of hosting the Cowboys in Arlington was not significantly different from zero.”
- A FAQ on the Los Angeles football stadium website addressing property values says, “Typically good locations garner higher land values.”
Apr 3, 2010
Thousands of homes are being offered for sale at prices less than owed on the home throughout Central Florida
One reason home sales are on the rise throughout Central Florida is because of the number of homes being sold subject to a short sale. A short sale transaction is one in which the home is being offered for sale at a price less than what the owner owes on the home.
In Orange County alone there are over 3,000 homes listed for sale as a short sale. In Orlando, the largest city in Orange County, there are over 2500. Short sale listings are not just on the low end, with the highest priced short sale listed for sale in Orlando priced at over 2 million dollars.
In addition to the homes actively listed for sale in Orange County there are also 4,000 homes under contract or pended as a short sale. The short sale process from offer to lender approval can be quite lengthy which would explain the large number of short sales showing as pending.
Short sales that have closed this year according to MLS stats in Orange County are reported as just under 1,000. As of today, April 3, 980 properties subject to a short sale have closed.
For buyers who have time to wait, making an offer on a short sale may mean they will purchase house they desire at an affordable price. Of course if a buyer is in a hurry then a home subject to a short sale may not be for them. Give me a call to discuss your personal situation and to receive information about short sale homes in your area.
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In Orange County alone there are over 3,000 homes listed for sale as a short sale. In Orlando, the largest city in Orange County, there are over 2500. Short sale listings are not just on the low end, with the highest priced short sale listed for sale in Orlando priced at over 2 million dollars.
In addition to the homes actively listed for sale in Orange County there are also 4,000 homes under contract or pended as a short sale. The short sale process from offer to lender approval can be quite lengthy which would explain the large number of short sales showing as pending.
Short sales that have closed this year according to MLS stats in Orange County are reported as just under 1,000. As of today, April 3, 980 properties subject to a short sale have closed.
For buyers who have time to wait, making an offer on a short sale may mean they will purchase house they desire at an affordable price. Of course if a buyer is in a hurry then a home subject to a short sale may not be for them. Give me a call to discuss your personal situation and to receive information about short sale homes in your area.
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Feb 11, 2010
Resort Style Condo
I receive inquiries from around the world from potential buyers interested in purchasing a resort style condo in the Orlando or Kissimmee area. Now is a good time to consider purchasing a condo as prices are as low as they have been in years.
Resort style condos in the Orlando and Kissimmee area are located within close proximity to all of the major Central Florida attractions and theme parks. Condo communities that have condos listed for sale where the condo is described as resort style include:
Resort style condos in the Orlando and Kissimmee area are located within close proximity to all of the major Central Florida attractions and theme parks. Condo communities that have condos listed for sale where the condo is described as resort style include:
- Villas at Reunion Square
- Mona Lisa at Celebration
- Centre Court Ridge
- Tuscana
- Windsor Hills
- Club Cortile
- Cane Island
- Legacy Dunes
Those are just a sample, there are many more offering resort style living. The resort style lisfestyle includes communities that offer:
- Community pool
- Fitness center
- Private clubhouse
- Fishing dock
- Heated Spa
- Picnic areas
- Bicycle paths
- Tennis and basketball courts
Prices and size vary depending on the location. For a free list of resort style condos in Orlando and Kissimmee area, give me a call.
Aug 23, 2009
Orlando will loan you money to buy a house
Are you interested in buying a home in Orlando and are a first time homebuyer? Are you short on cash needed for closing cost and down payment money? If you are buying a home with the Orlando city limits, you may qualify for a loan up to $8,000 to be used towards buying a house.
This loan is part of the Florida Homebuyer Opportunity Program. The loan is for 10% of the purchase price of the home up to $8,000. The borrower is expected to pay the loan back once they have received their federal first time homebuyer tax credit.
Additional details include:
This loan is part of the Florida Homebuyer Opportunity Program. The loan is for 10% of the purchase price of the home up to $8,000. The borrower is expected to pay the loan back once they have received their federal first time homebuyer tax credit.
Additional details include:
- Buyer must not have owned a home 3 years prior to this purchase
- You must have $1,000 of your own money to use for down payment and closing costs required to buy a house
- Credit score of 620 or above
- Income limits of $75,000 for single, $150,000 for joint applicants
- Buyer must attend one on one counseling session and education seminar
To receive complete details and be connected to a qualified to lender and REALTOR to assist you with the program contact or call me at 407-304-0255.
Jul 1, 2009
Orlando foreclosure help
There are counselors in Orlando approved by HUD that may help you avoid foreclosure and provide help. These counseling services are provided free and address foreclosure prevention, loan modification and refinancing. Don’t give up without making a call to one of these organizations. You do not have to pay for this help, these are nonprofit organizations.
Orlando agencies listed on HUD’s site as of 7-1-2009:
Orlando agencies listed on HUD’s site as of 7-1-2009:
- Acorn Housing - 407-254-5974
- CCCS - 800-741-7040
- H.A.N.D.S. Inc. - 407-447-5686
- Metropolitan Orlando Urban League - 407-841-7654 X-334
- Reliable Business Solutions Inc. - 407-482-2908
Apr 10, 2009
I am relocating to Orlando and wonder if it possible to buy a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Orlando for less than $200,000?
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Q: I am relocating to Orlando and wonder if it possible to buy a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Orlando for less than $200,000?
Yes, right now there are over 2400 homes listed as 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in Orlando for sale. Additionally if the goal is just to be near Orlando, there are over 3,000 homes matching your desired size and price range for sale in Orlando's Orange County.
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Q: I am relocating to Orlando and wonder if it possible to buy a 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in Orlando for less than $200,000?
Yes, right now there are over 2400 homes listed as 3 bedrooms and 2 baths in Orlando for sale. Additionally if the goal is just to be near Orlando, there are over 3,000 homes matching your desired size and price range for sale in Orlando's Orange County.
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Jan 29, 2009
People want to live in Orlando
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According to a study conducted by the Pew Research Center which reports on social and demographic trends, Orlando was selected as the 4th most popular big city where people say they would like to live. Tampa was right behind Orlando as the number 5th spot with Denver leading the way followed by San Diego and Seattle.
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According to a study conducted by the Pew Research Center which reports on social and demographic trends, Orlando was selected as the 4th most popular big city where people say they would like to live. Tampa was right behind Orlando as the number 5th spot with Denver leading the way followed by San Diego and Seattle.
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Nov 5, 2008
FREE rabies vaccine - Orlando Orange County
Orange County Animal Services announces a Pet Amnesty Day on Saturday, November 8th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Goldenrod Park.
Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2008
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Goldenrod Park (4863 N Goldenrod Rd. Winter Park, FL 32792)
For more information about this event, please call (407) 836-3111 or visit their website at www.ocnetpets.com
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- Greg Staker 407-304-0255
Date: Saturday, November 8th, 2008
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Goldenrod Park (4863 N Goldenrod Rd. Winter Park, FL 32792)
For more information about this event, please call (407) 836-3111 or visit their website at www.ocnetpets.com
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Dec 22, 2007
Orlando homes for the holidays!
December has always been about family, friends and that special holiday time. For some Orlando home owners it is also about selling their home.
Here are the latest homes for sale in Orlando that were listed by Watson Realty in December.
Here are the latest homes for sale in Orlando that were listed by Watson Realty in December.
Dec 6, 2007
Huge jump in bank owned real estate sales in Orlando for 2007
2007 is setting a torrid pace in foreclosed or bank owned property selling over 2006 numbers. You can view Recent statistics of bank owned sales in Orlando on my Orlando real estate site.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Dec 5, 2007
You are welcome to stop in
This is a photo of our lobby. Notice how light, bright and inviting it is? Feel free to stop in and discuss your Orlando real estate needs. 2035 Howell Branch Road in Maitland. Buyers and sellers welcome.
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Dec 4, 2007
Orlando ranked as the 24th most walkable city
According to a MSNBC quoting a report by Brookings Institution, Orlando is the 24th best walkable city in the U.S. The top 30 cities by rank are:
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
1. Washington
2. Boston
3. San Francisco
4. Denver
5. Portland, Ore.
6. Seattle
7. Chicago
8. Miami
9. Pittsburgh
10. New York
11. San Diego
12. Los Angeles
13. Philadelphia
14. Atlanta
15. Baltimore
16. St. Louis
17. Minneapolis
18. Detroit
19. Columbus, Ohio
20. Las Vegas
21. Houston
22. San Antonio
23. Kansas City, Mo.
24. Orlando, Fla.
25. Dallas
26. Phoenix
27. Sacramento, Calif.
28. Cincinnati
29. Cleveland
30. Tampa, Fla.
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Have you received a post card or mailing from a Realtor?
If it is a Watson Realty Maitland/Orlando agent who sent the card, chances are good it's journey started here.
Direct mail is an important feature of an agents marketing plan. A professionally created card that announces a new listing, or a new sale or provides information about the neighborhood or market conditions is often times the tool that connects our agents to consumers who are thinking of buying or selling their home.
We believe in the benefits of a direct mail campaign and strive to provide our agents with the tools that they need to accomplish their marketing goals. From our office alone, we average over 14,000 pieces of bulk mail monthly. Our agents love this free business tool we provide them and our sellers love the exposure.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Orlando Christmas Parade
The Orlando Christmas Parade will take place on December 15th. If you can’t make it in person, Local TV on WRDQ TV 27 will air the parade on Saturday, December 22nd,
from 8:00 – 9:00 pm. It will air on National TV on Superstation WGN on Sunday, December 23rd, from 9:00 – 10:00 pm.
from 8:00 – 9:00 pm. It will air on National TV on Superstation WGN on Sunday, December 23rd, from 9:00 – 10:00 pm.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Dec 3, 2007
Win a car and help the SPCA in Orlando/Central Florida
Here is a chance to help homeless pets and maybe win a car. The details can be found on the Orlando/Central Florida Humane Society page.
Visit my my site for information on finding a pet friendly home.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Nov 21, 2007
More good reasons to live and work in Orlando
Here is a press release from Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer's office:
Orlando, FL – November 20, 2007 – Standing inside the City’s newest Fire Station, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Fire Chief Jim Reynolds announced that the Orlando Fire Department had received the coveted Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of 1. ISO is the nationwide standard for rating and ranking fire departments.
Orlando’s rating is the highest possible and only 55 communities in the country have similarly ranked fire departments. "This top ISO rating allows Orlando residents to live, work and go to sleep every night knowing that their fire protection is the best in the country," said Mayor Dyer.
In general, better ISO ratings lead to lower fire insurance premiums. This also benefits businesses, which also can see reduced insurance rates. This is one reason companies looking to relocate compare ISO ratings, giving us another tool to attract quality, high-wage employers to Orlando.
"Attaining this rating demonstrates the City’s continuing commitment to providing the highest quality services to our growing community," said Fire Chief Reynolds.
In July 2006, Mayor Dyer launched a three-year, multi-million dollar Public Safety Initiative. This effort placed more fire and rescue units on our road, additional fire stations throughout the City and included the training, equipment and personnel that laid the foundation for the City of Orlando to attain the first ISO rating of 1.
This milestone could not have been achieved without the Orlando Utilities Commission. The municipal water supply makes up forty percent of the total score and must be reliable at all times.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Orlando, FL – November 20, 2007 – Standing inside the City’s newest Fire Station, Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer and Fire Chief Jim Reynolds announced that the Orlando Fire Department had received the coveted Insurance Services Office (ISO) rating of 1. ISO is the nationwide standard for rating and ranking fire departments.
Orlando’s rating is the highest possible and only 55 communities in the country have similarly ranked fire departments. "This top ISO rating allows Orlando residents to live, work and go to sleep every night knowing that their fire protection is the best in the country," said Mayor Dyer.
In general, better ISO ratings lead to lower fire insurance premiums. This also benefits businesses, which also can see reduced insurance rates. This is one reason companies looking to relocate compare ISO ratings, giving us another tool to attract quality, high-wage employers to Orlando.
"Attaining this rating demonstrates the City’s continuing commitment to providing the highest quality services to our growing community," said Fire Chief Reynolds.
In July 2006, Mayor Dyer launched a three-year, multi-million dollar Public Safety Initiative. This effort placed more fire and rescue units on our road, additional fire stations throughout the City and included the training, equipment and personnel that laid the foundation for the City of Orlando to attain the first ISO rating of 1.
This milestone could not have been achieved without the Orlando Utilities Commission. The municipal water supply makes up forty percent of the total score and must be reliable at all times.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Downtown Orlando will be getting festive this year.
Orlando is hosting for the first time a holiday decorating contest for the downtown area to participate in. Here is information regarding this event posted on Orlando's city web site:
1. Contest includes businesses on Orange Avenue from Colonial/50 to South Street.
2. Displays must be up by December 1, 2007 to be considered.
3. Email your participation to the Downtown Development Board at michael.lawrence@cityoforlando.net.
4. Doors can be decorated in any holiday-type (for this time ofyear) theme. The more creative, the better! But, nothing offensive or inappropriate, please. Use good taste!
5. A celebrity panel of judges will determine the best display.
6. Doors will be judged on the following criteria:Uniqueness Amount of holiday spirit displayed Incorporating Downtown Orlando living into display
7. The Best Display will be announced at Mayor Dyer's Holiday Lights Orlando event on December 5th beginning at 5 p.m.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
1. Contest includes businesses on Orange Avenue from Colonial/50 to South Street.
2. Displays must be up by December 1, 2007 to be considered.
3. Email your participation to the Downtown Development Board at michael.lawrence@cityoforlando.net.
4. Doors can be decorated in any holiday-type (for this time ofyear) theme. The more creative, the better! But, nothing offensive or inappropriate, please. Use good taste!
5. A celebrity panel of judges will determine the best display.
6. Doors will be judged on the following criteria:Uniqueness Amount of holiday spirit displayed Incorporating Downtown Orlando living into display
7. The Best Display will be announced at Mayor Dyer's Holiday Lights Orlando event on December 5th beginning at 5 p.m.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Nov 5, 2007
Orlando fire department offers free smoke alarm
The Orlando fire Department is offering a free smoke alarm to any resident of Orlando who does not have one for their home. Call 407-246-3128 for more information.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
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Oct 20, 2007
How will homes sales in Orlando do during the holiday months?
217 homes sales in Orlando from October 1-20 as compared to 565 during the same time last year. Related Florida real estate views:
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