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Wednesday, August 31, 2011
2821 Lafayette Trace Drive
Great home located in St. Cloud, FL... Convenience, Community and Comfort all wrapped up in one.
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
8 Easy Ways to Seal Air Leaks Around the House
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8 Easy Ways to Seal Air Leaks Around the House
For what the typical family wastes every year on air leaks—about $350—you can plug energy-robbing gaps, start saving money, and enjoy a more comfortable home. Read
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011
Friday, July 8, 2011
5 Bedroom Pool Home in Gated Community
Only moments from Medical City, Lake Nona and situated next to East Lake Toho.
Friday, July 1, 2011
Celebrating America's History of Home Ownership
SOURCE: National Association of Realtors
July 01, 2011 10:48 ET
Celebrating America's History of Home Ownership
WASHINGTON, DC--(Marketwire - Jul 1, 2011) - The ability to buy, sell and own property has defined our nation throughout its history, and as the U.S. prepares to celebrate its 235 birthday, Americans continue to reaffirm their support of and aspirations toward home ownership.
"For over 100 years, Realtors® have helped bring families home," said NAR President Ron Phipps, broker-president of Phipps Realty in Warwick, R.I. "There's a reason why home ownership is called the American Dream -- it's part of our collective history and an essential part of building our nation's future, as well."
Numerous studies have shown the value Americans place in home ownership. According to the 2010 NAR Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, first-time buyers most often cite the desire to own a home as the primary reason for their recent home purchase. Eighty-five percent of all recent home buyers consider a home purchase a solid investment, and 76 percent of them believe owning a home is as good as or better than an investment in stocks.
Earlier this week, a New York Times/CBS News poll reported that nearly nine in 10 Americans say home ownership is an important part of the American Dream. In a recent National Association of Home Builders survey, 73 percent of respondents said they believe the federal government should provide tax incentives to promote home ownership.
"Owning a home has long-standing government support in this country," said Phipps. "Historically, lawmakers have understood the value of homeownership in fostering communities, creating social stability, and building wealth over the long term. In fact, Franklin Delano Roosevelt said, 'A nation of home owners is unconquerable.'
"The mortgage interest deduction was introduced as part of the federal tax code nearly a century ago, and the Federal Housing Administration, Federal Home Loan Banks, and Fannie Mae were all created during the worst economic crisis our country ever faced in the Great Depression."
Studies also demonstrate tangible social benefits to home ownership. The NAR report, Social Benefits of Homeownership and Stable Housing, showed that home owners are more active in their communities, benefit from improved education opportunities, and report higher levels of self-esteem and happiness when compared to renters. The U.S. Census Bureau reports that owners do not move as frequently as renters, providing more neighborhood stability. In turn, involvement in community quality-of-life issues helps prevent crime, improve childhood education and support neighborhood upkeep.
"As families across the country gather this weekend to celebrate our nation's birthday, Realtors® will continue to work to insure that this and future generations have the opportunity to pursue their dreams of owning a home," said Phipps.
Information about NAR is available at http://realtor.org/. This and other news releases are posted in the News Media section.
REALTOR® is a registered collective membership mark which may be used only by real estate professionals who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS and subscribe to its strict Code of Ethics. Not all real estate agents are REALTORS. All REALTORS are members of NAR.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Thinking of moving this summer? Only $750.00 per month...
Great rental home with new upgrades and communities ammenities - care-free living is the name of the game on this one. Available for immediate occupancy.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
202 Dawn Court Kissimmee, FL 34743 - Only $35,000.00
Only $35,000.00 to own a piece of Florida real estate... Call today for your opportunity to make this one your next home.
Wednesday, May 25, 2011
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Business Partner of the Year
On Wednesday, May 11, 2011, Dream Builders was once again selected as Business Partner of the Year. Although I wasn't able to attend the reception personally, I was proud to have Armando and Michelle attend as representatives of our firm.
Florida Grows by 2.8 million residents
WASHINGTON – May 10, 2011 – Florida continues to grow. According to the 2010 Census, Florida’s population was 18,801,310 on April 1, 2010, an increase of 2,818,486 since April 1, 2000.
The 2000-2010 period was the fourth consecutive decade to see the Florida population grow by more than 2.8 million residents. Florida’s numeric population increase during the past decade was the third largest of any state, trailing only Texas and California. Its percent increase (17.6 percent) was the eighth largest in the nation.
County trends
Only Monroe and Pinellas counties saw a population decline over the decade, while 65 of Florida’s 67 counties logged an increase. Monroe lost 6,499 residents while Pinellas declined by 4,953.
Twenty-four of Florida’s 67 counties grew by more than 20 percent, and 52 beat the national growth rate of 9.7 percent.
Four counties grew by more than 50 percent – Flagler, Sumter, Osceola and St. Johns – while another eight – St. Lucie, Lake, Lee, Walton, Clay, Pasco, Wakulla and Hernando – grew by 30-50 percent. Growth has no clear geographic border, and Florida’s rapidly expanding counties can be found throughout the state, on both coasts and in the interior.
Only six counties grew by less than 5 percent since 2000: Hardee, Gadsden, Madison, Escambia, Monroe and Pinellas.
More than half of the state’s total population growth occurred in eight counties. In terms of numeric population growth, the largest increases occurred in counties located in central and south Florida. Orange, Miami-Dade, Hillsborough, Palm Beach and Lee each grew by more than 150,000 residents during the decade. Three other counties – Broward, Pasco, and Polk – grew by more than 100,000.
In contrast, thirty counties grew by less than 10,000 residents during the decade.
City trends
Florida is highly urbanized. More than 94 percent of Florida’s population lived in metropolitan areas in 2010, and the state’s population growth over the decade was slightly faster in metro areas. Approximately 55 percent of Florida’s residents currently live in incorporated cities and towns, compared to less than 50 percent in 2000.
Cities and towns show much more variation in population growth rates than counties do. Of the 411 incorporated places in Florida, 16 more than doubled in size between 2000 and 2010; 24 grew by 50-100 percent; 63 grew by 25-50 percent; 165 grew by less than 25 percent; four had no population change; and 130 lost population.
Nine new cities and towns were established during the decade and one (Cedar Grove) lost its official status as an incorporated place.
© 2011 Florida Realtors®
The 2000-2010 period was the fourth consecutive decade to see the Florida population grow by more than 2.8 million residents. Florida’s numeric population increase during the past decade was the third largest of any state, trailing only Texas and California. Its percent increase (17.6 percent) was the eighth largest in the nation.
County trends
Only Monroe and Pinellas counties saw a population decline over the decade, while 65 of Florida’s 67 counties logged an increase. Monroe lost 6,499 residents while Pinellas declined by 4,953.
Twenty-four of Florida’s 67 counties grew by more than 20 percent, and 52 beat the national growth rate of 9.7 percent.
Four counties grew by more than 50 percent – Flagler, Sumter, Osceola and St. Johns – while another eight – St. Lucie, Lake, Lee, Walton, Clay, Pasco, Wakulla and Hernando – grew by 30-50 percent. Growth has no clear geographic border, and Florida’s rapidly expanding counties can be found throughout the state, on both coasts and in the interior.
Only six counties grew by less than 5 percent since 2000: Hardee, Gadsden, Madison, Escambia, Monroe and Pinellas.
More than half of the state’s total population growth occurred in eight counties. In terms of numeric population growth, the largest increases occurred in counties located in central and south Florida. Orange, Miami-Dade, Hillsborough, Palm Beach and Lee each grew by more than 150,000 residents during the decade. Three other counties – Broward, Pasco, and Polk – grew by more than 100,000.
In contrast, thirty counties grew by less than 10,000 residents during the decade.
City trends
Florida is highly urbanized. More than 94 percent of Florida’s population lived in metropolitan areas in 2010, and the state’s population growth over the decade was slightly faster in metro areas. Approximately 55 percent of Florida’s residents currently live in incorporated cities and towns, compared to less than 50 percent in 2000.
Cities and towns show much more variation in population growth rates than counties do. Of the 411 incorporated places in Florida, 16 more than doubled in size between 2000 and 2010; 24 grew by 50-100 percent; 63 grew by 25-50 percent; 165 grew by less than 25 percent; four had no population change; and 130 lost population.
Nine new cities and towns were established during the decade and one (Cedar Grove) lost its official status as an incorporated place.
© 2011 Florida Realtors®
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Florida’s existing home, condo sales rise in 1Q 2011
FLORIDA – May 10, 2011 – Florida’s existing home and existing condo sales rose in first quarter 2011 compared to the same period a year earlier, according to the latest housing statistics from Florida Realtors®. Existing home sales increased 13 percent in 1Q 2011 with a total of 44,531 homes sold statewide; during the same period the year before, a total of 39,406 homes changed hands according to Florida Realtors. Statewide sales of existing condos in the first quarter rose 29 percent compared to the year-ago sales figure.
The statewide existing-home median sales price was $123,600 for the three-month period; in 1Q 2010, it was $131,100 for a decrease of 6 percent. Seventeen of Florida’s metropolitan statistical areas (MSAs) reported increased sales of existing homes in 1Q 2011 compared to the same three-month-period a year earlier, while 18 of the MSAs showed gains in condo sales, according to Florida Realtors.
Looking at Florida’s housing sector in the first quarter of 2011, Dr. Sean Snaith, director of the University of Central Florida’s Institute for Economic Competitiveness, pointed out that the recovery is gaining strength. “Florida Realtors’ first quarter report shows sales picking up significant momentum after decelerating in the fourth quarter of last year, though prices are continuing to slip,” Snaith said. “The labor market recovery is just starting to blossom – once it is in full bloom it will provide some needed curb appeal for Florida’s struggling housing market by creating a new pool of qualified buyers and preventing other homeowners from falling victim to foreclosure.
“Distressed properties are proving to be an ongoing complication in the healing process of Florida’s housing market,” he added. “The foreclosure moratorium and Florida’s overburdened court system have slowed the process of handling foreclosures. Until these properties can move through this process, complete recovery will be difficult to attain.”
In the year-to-year quarterly comparison for existing condo sales, 23,375 units sold statewide in the first quarter compared to 18,170 units in 1Q 2010 for a 29 percent increase. The statewide existing-condo median sales price was $80,700 in 1Q 2011; a year earlier, it was $96,100 for a decrease of 16 percent. Sales of foreclosures and other distressed properties continue to downwardly distort the median price because they generally sell at a discount relative to traditional homes, according to the National Association of Realtors® (NAR). The median is a typical market price where half the homes sold for more, half for less.
Low mortgage rates continued to be available during the first quarter of the year. According to Freddie Mac, the national commitment rate for a 30-year conventional fixed-rate mortgage averaged 4.85 percent in 1Q 2011; one year earlier, it averaged 5.0 percent.
© 2011 Florida Realtors®
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OSCAR REALTORS ® HELP TO MAKE POSITIVE CHANGE FOR COMMUNITY
The Osceola County Realtor Association and the City of Kissimmee partnered to avoid more than $500,000 in permanent vacant property fees and establishing a solution to a growing problem for the community.
The City of Kissimmee was considering a $200 filing fee for each lis pendens property in the city limits because they were unable to contact the owner of the property (individual, lender, attorney, etc.) on properties that were in disrepair and violating codes with un-mowed lawns, etc.
“Our mission was to help the City of Kissimmee with this increasing problem by reaching out and utilizing the wonderful tools provided through OSCAR”, said Tim Weisheyer, OSCAR President. “We were delighted to provide a sensible solution that worked for everyone involved”, Weisheyer continued.
OSCAR solicited assistance from iMapp (Interactive Mapping, Inc.), a Tampa based organization that worked along with the City’s Code Enforcement Department, the Osceola County’s Property Appraisers office and OSCAR REALTORS®. The three formed a task force to determine the extent of the foreclosure/lis pendens issue. Successful information sharing amongst all the partners involved helped the entire community by keeping property values up and neighborhoods safe.
"Here at iMapp, we believe in empowering our REALTOR® Association clients such as OSCAR to utilize the superior data we provide to help the community", said Joel Cohen, iMapp President. "We're proud that we can give back to members of the community."
The affiliation with IMAPP, helped to avoid unnecessary and costly fees on private properties within the city limits ($500,000 minimum) and show our community that REALTORS® care and want to work with our municipalities and county offices to affect positive change. For more information about IMAPP, visit http://www.imapp.com/.
About IMAPP: Based in Tampa, Florida IMAPP specializes in the development and maintenance of highly accurate on-line geographic information systems.
These systems integrate a variety of real property information including property lines, tax roll data, area demographics, aerials, mortgage and deed recordings and foreclosure information with a specific focus on the Real Estate Industry.
Since 1997 IMAPP has served REALTORR Associations and Regional MLS's nationwide ranging in size from 200 - 45,000 members. Other clients include banks, mortgage companies, developers, government agencies, and individuals.
The mission of the Osceola County Association of REALTORS® is to provide a dedicated success to its membership consisting of real estate professionals and affiliates, while adding value to the community.
Click the link below to view the story in the Osceola News Gazette:
Article in Osceola News Gazette
Monday, May 9, 2011
7 Mortgage Interest Deduction Myths
7 Mortgage Interest Deduction Myths
Think losing the mortgage interest deduction would be no big deal? We bust seven myths to show why the cost is bigger than you think. Read
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Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Legislature OKs property tax cut amendment
With two days remaining in the legislative session, Floridians were able to get one step closer to economic recovery in the Sunshine state. When I visited Tallahassee a few weeks ago property tax reform was one of the issues I discussed with our legislators and Realtors® from around the state worked tirelessly to bring about.
The Senate passed HJR 381, a measure that would, among other things, provide property tax relief to non-homestead owners and first-time buyers.
“Realtors have worked so hard for so many years on both of these issues, and we did a lot of heavy lifting on both of these bills, particularly HJR 381,” says John Sebree, vice president of public policy for Florida Realtors. “Legislation that provides a tax break is a tough sell in a tight budget year. But at the end of the day, lawmakers agreed that tax incentives for first-time buyers, investors and businesses/employers could speed Florida’s economic recovery. We hope the voters agree.”
If approved by voters in November 2012, the proposal would reduce the yearly assessment cap on non-homestead property from 10 percent to 5 percent. It also gives anyone who hasn't owned a home in Florida for three years a discount of 50 percent of the home's assessed value, not to exceed the median home price in that county. The ‘super exemption’ ends after five years.
The measure also allows the Florida legislature to prohibit assessment increases when property values fall. Currently, the Legislature does not have that power.
Friday, April 29, 2011
For Rent: 3 Bedroom Pool Home in Kissimmee - Only $850 per month
For Rent: 3BR/2BA Single Family House in Kissimmee, FL, $850/month
3 bedroom pool home located close to shopping, banking and restaurants. Parks and Community Center nearby and two championship golf courses only minutes away. Easy access to public transportation...
3 bedroom pool home located close to shopping, banking and restaurants. Parks and Community Center nearby and two championship golf courses only minutes away. Easy access to public transportation...
Osceola County Association of Realtors (OSCAR) President gears up for Leadership Osceola
Tim Weisheyer, President of the Osceola County Association of Realtors (OSCAR) will be part of the 2011 Leadership Osceola Class. Leadership Osceola County is a leadership development program that began in 1989. Each year approximately 30 people who represent the diversity of the Osceola County community are inducted into the program. “Having such great leadership take on the initiative to educate themselves about our wonderful community is inspiring,” Carol Platt, association executive for OSCAR, said. Over the course of the program, participants are introduced to this community, including social services, criminal justice, education, health care, governmental services, environment, economic development, community planning/vision, arts and culture. Through real-life experiences, the class learns of the strengths and challenges of the community in which they live and work.
Thursday, April 28, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
Sales Continue to Increase
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All indicators are pointing in the right direction with regard to the future of the real estate market. The National Association of Realtors reported homes sales increased by 3.7% in the month of March (compared to February 2011), FloridaRealtors reported homes sales increased by 12% in the month of March (compared to March 2010) and I am happy to report homes sale in Osceola County increased 20% in the month of March (compared to March 2010).
Buyers are taking advantage of this great buying opportunity and capitalizing on low prices, low interest rates and the importance of homeownership for their long-term financial stability.
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Realtor Making a Difference!
I was delighted to participate in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life in Kissimmee on April 15th and 16th. I spent many hours walking the track, but the time seemed to go by quickly as I had my bride by my side. Our team raised more than $1,700.00...
Monday, April 18, 2011
8 Tips for Finding Your New Home
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8 Tips for Finding Your New Home
A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you. Read
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Copyright 2011 NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®
Tips for Investing a Tax Refund in Your Home...
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Tips for Investing a Tax Refund in Your Home
HouseLogic talks to financial planner Alan D. Kahn, who offers tips for investing a tax refund in your home based on where you are in life—and with your house. Read
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