Residents of Puerto Rico had a higher home ownership rate, had more people per household and were less likely to move than U.S. stateside residents, according to an analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data from the 2006 Puerto Rico Community Survey.
Puerto Rico’s home ownership rate of 74.1 percent was lower than only two states —Minnesota (76.3 percent) and Michigan (75.2 percent).
You can read the full report here.
Apr 8, 2008
Apr 6, 2008
Home for sale - Celebration Florida
One of Celebrations distinctive homes nestled in the estate section of town. Enjoy the lifestyle of the community. Magnificent in every sense of the word. Spectacular views from the owner's retreat.
This stately home features upgrades galore. Upon entering, the formal living & dining areas are on either side. Continue forward to the library w/French door entry to the pool area. The gourmet kitchen with deluxe hard surface counters, island sink & counter for casual dining & separate dinette. Spacious family room w/enhanced shelving, gas fireplace & beautiful view. Master is downstairs w/gas fireplace, California closets, bathroom w/whirlpool tub & decorative tile. 2nd floor w/four spacious bedrooms & plenty of closets. 3rd floor is a bonus room w/a multitude of uses.
The Belvedere has breath taking views of the Robert Trent Jones design golf course, the Celebration panorama & fireworks display from Walt Disney World. The pool area is magnificently landscaped w/palms & foliage, exhibits a waterfall into the spa that spills into the pool, all protected w/a designer iron children's safety fence. The two, two-car garages each boast finished areas above, one w/apartment/guest suite; the other has one large room that has many uses.
This stately home features upgrades galore. Upon entering, the formal living & dining areas are on either side. Continue forward to the library w/French door entry to the pool area. The gourmet kitchen with deluxe hard surface counters, island sink & counter for casual dining & separate dinette. Spacious family room w/enhanced shelving, gas fireplace & beautiful view. Master is downstairs w/gas fireplace, California closets, bathroom w/whirlpool tub & decorative tile. 2nd floor w/four spacious bedrooms & plenty of closets. 3rd floor is a bonus room w/a multitude of uses.
The Belvedere has breath taking views of the Robert Trent Jones design golf course, the Celebration panorama & fireworks display from Walt Disney World. The pool area is magnificently landscaped w/palms & foliage, exhibits a waterfall into the spa that spills into the pool, all protected w/a designer iron children's safety fence. The two, two-car garages each boast finished areas above, one w/apartment/guest suite; the other has one large room that has many uses.
Apr 5, 2008
Watson Realty nominated for referral award
Watson Realty Corp. is proud to announce it has been named a nominee for the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World™ DIAMOND AWARD. Only 15 real estate firms out of 700 worldwide real estate firms received this honor. The Diamond Award is presented annually to the one member company that has most actively participated in all of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World™’s business offerings and met strict service criteria.
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Watson Realty Corp. Earns Achievement Award
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Related Florida real estate views:
Where do real estate customers come from?
Watson Realty Corp. Earns Achievement Award
Why you should join Watson Realty, Orlando
- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
2.5 million dollars in price reductions
That is the goal for our office in the month of April. 2.5 million dollars in total volume.
It is time to be aggressive with pricing if there is going to be any chance of a home selling in these current conditions. Keeping this goal in the minds of the agents and sellers throughout April should help.
2.5 million is a hefty goal for us to achieve. In February we totaled 1.4 million and in March 1.7 million dollars volume of price reductions.
It is time to be aggressive with pricing if there is going to be any chance of a home selling in these current conditions. Keeping this goal in the minds of the agents and sellers throughout April should help.
2.5 million is a hefty goal for us to achieve. In February we totaled 1.4 million and in March 1.7 million dollars volume of price reductions.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Real estate school in Kissimmee starting August 13th
$99.00 Real Estate Class
Starting August 13
Register now
Information Call 407-304-0255
Starting August 13
Register now
Information Call 407-304-0255
What is a plat?
The City of Orlando is taking the time to help explain and educate citizens on terms and processing as related to real estate. The following presentation can be found on the Orlando website.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
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Don’t get scammed buying land in Florida
Florida vacant land contract
University of Florida offers a Master of Laws in Environmental and Land Use Law
- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Home for sale in Kissimmee Florida
This David Weekly built home has been well maintained with lots of extra. A kitchen that just welcomes the Chef in the family with plenty of counter and storage space. Or catch all the excitement of the big game in your family room that can accomodate just about everyone! Before retiring to the quiet master bedroom enjoy a few laps in your West facing solar heated salt water lap pool that's 48' long. Wind down in the spa before taking it inside for the evening. All in the privacy of your fenced backyard. Add in a spacious split floor plan, new carpeting, new paint and you have the perfect vacation home or primary residence. A truly beautiful home inside and out so please come take a look. $279,900.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
MFRMLS vs Realtor.com?
Search for homes
Mid Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service has announced plans to develop a new site that in their words will be “similar to Realtor.com”.
The new site is being presented as a “tremendous asset” to agents who may enjoy the benefits of their listings being found by searching buyers.
The “similar to Realtor.com” makes me wonder just how similar? Will this “tremendous asset” site cost the membership to advertise or to have their listings placed in a position where they might be found? If there are to be advertisements and pay for features opportunities, will the membership see any additional assets? Maybe a piece of the income produced?
One thing we do know, the membership is being given an opportunity to suggest names for the site. If they use a name suggested, the agent who suggested the name will receive a $100. gift card.
Mid Florida Regional Multiple Listing Service has announced plans to develop a new site that in their words will be “similar to Realtor.com”.
The new site is being presented as a “tremendous asset” to agents who may enjoy the benefits of their listings being found by searching buyers.
The “similar to Realtor.com” makes me wonder just how similar? Will this “tremendous asset” site cost the membership to advertise or to have their listings placed in a position where they might be found? If there are to be advertisements and pay for features opportunities, will the membership see any additional assets? Maybe a piece of the income produced?
One thing we do know, the membership is being given an opportunity to suggest names for the site. If they use a name suggested, the agent who suggested the name will receive a $100. gift card.
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- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Apr 2, 2008
The condition of the rental property is important.
Watson Property Management requires rental properties to meet a certain standards prior to placing them on the market. These standards include:
Carpets professionally cleaned and in good condition with no pet or smoke odors.
Full lawn clean up including trimming bushes back from home and below windows, flower beds weeded and mulched is preferred, removal of any debris.
All windows and sliding glass doors should operate and lock properly.
All appliances should be thoroughly cleaned and in proper working condition.
All plumbing, drainage, and plumbing fixtures must be in proper working condition.
All electrical outlets and switches must be working and have cover plates.
Roof should be sound with no leaks, and gutters cleaned.
Are you looking for a nice home to rent? We may have what you are looking for.
Becoming a broker is not a walk in the park for some
March statistics show that sales persons taking the state broker exam only have a 44% pass success rate when taking the test for the first time.
Of course those who are unable to pass the broker exam the first time are given the opportunity to take the exam again. The funny thing is, for those who are repeat takers of the exam, the passing success rate falls to only 37%.
Maybe the lack of closings the past 2 years has resulted in sales people becoming unfamiliar with HUD statements. Being able to complete a HUD statement use to be part of the broker state exam. No practice makes for imperfect.
Florida now requiring more experience before obtaining real estate broker license
Kissimmee real estate school starting in August
Success school revisted by experienced agents
- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
Of course those who are unable to pass the broker exam the first time are given the opportunity to take the exam again. The funny thing is, for those who are repeat takers of the exam, the passing success rate falls to only 37%.
Maybe the lack of closings the past 2 years has resulted in sales people becoming unfamiliar with HUD statements. Being able to complete a HUD statement use to be part of the broker state exam. No practice makes for imperfect.
Florida now requiring more experience before obtaining real estate broker license
Kissimmee real estate school starting in August
Success school revisted by experienced agents
- Greg Staker - Watson Realty Corp. - 407-304-0255
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