Orlando Real Estate - Investment & Vacation Property

Is an Orlando Condo Right for You?

2010-11-01T09:06:00.000-07:00

A home doesn’t have to be a house. It can also be a condominium. Condos can be townhouses, apartments, or even separate structures as long as you only own the space between the walls. For some people, single family homes may be too large or cost too much money. They can still enjoy the benefits of home ownership through a condo. How do you know if an Orlando condo is right for you?

Pros of Owning an Orlando Condo

• Maintenance. With a condominium, you are only responsible for the interior of your unit. You don’t have to mow the yard or paint the exterior. If you have a busy lifestyle or don’t have the ability or desire to maintain the outside of your property, a condo may be a good choice for you.
• Location. Many condos are built in popular areas surrounded by shopping, restaurants, and entertainment. Homes in these areas may be out of your price range, but you can still live there in a condo and have the same neighborhood amenities.

Cons of Owning an Orlando Condo

• Condo Fees. Most condominiums have monthly fees that go toward the maintenance of the property. These fees are in addition to your mortgage payment and can raise your monthly payment considerably.
• Condo Associations. Condominium owners serve on boards that decide how condo fees are spent. They may even decide to use fees for something you will never use.

Need more help deciding if a condo is right for you? Call us today at 407-876-5771. We are happy to help!

How to Set the Right Price for Orlando Properties

2010-09-01T07:09:00.000-07:00

Setting the asking price for their Orlando homes for sale is one of the most important decisions homeowners have to make in the selling process. Why is it so important?

• You only get one chance to make a good first impression. With so many competing Orlando homes for sale, yours has to pop out immediately as a good value or buyers will move on, unlikely to return. You get one stab at your home's debut, and it's easy to blow it.

• Set the price too high and you could hurt your chances of selling your home. The amount of traffic a home gets in the first week on the market is about 5 times what it gets the following weeks. The traffic continues to decrease every week. You might say, “Well, I’ll just lower my price.” This hurts almost as much as it helps. It conveys to buyers (the few who are still considering your home) that your home was overpriced and may still be.

• Setting the price too low can be almost as harmful. Buyers who are looking in a specific price range may not consider your home because of the low price tag. They assume it will not fulfill their needs or worry that there’s something wrong with it.

How do you know what that magic number should be for your home? Here are 3 factors to take into consideration when setting your asking price:

1. Neighborhood sales prices: Recent closed sales in your immediate neighborhood offer the most pertinent data for predicting the sale price of your home. List prices of homes still on the market should be taken into consideration also, because they show the current pricing trend. A professional real estate agent will do all this research for you as part of their services.

2. Condition of your home: If your home has been better maintained, is more up to date and shows better than the other Orlando homes for sale, it will sell faster and for more money. Updates, even those as minor as having current paint colors, impact pricing. Updated kitchens and baths are especially important to buyers.

3. Appraisal value: As the seller, you can get an appraisal on your home before putting it on the market. You’ll have to pay for it, but it may be worth it to get access to this pricing tool.

Ready to sell your home? Let us do the research for you and help you set the best price to get your home sold. Call us today at 407-876-5771.

Disney Golden Oak Resort - New Website

2010-08-01T09:47:00.000-07:00

Golden Oak Resort

Disney's new Luxury Residential Resort Community

Golden Oak offers a truly unique opportunity to purchase a custom luxury home at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. Golden Oak will consist of three types of single family homes - village homes, estate homes and grand estate homes priced between $1.5 and $8 million. At final build-out, Golden Oak is anticipated to include approximately 450 homes.

http://www.goldenoakresort.net/

Is Your Orlando Home for Sale a Victim of DIY Remodeling?

2010-08-01T09:38:00.000-07:00

Has your Orlando home for sale been victimized by DIY remodeling projects? Did they not quite turn out like you thought they would? You aren’t alone; I’ve walked into houses with cabinets hanging at a slant and the owner proudly telling me they did it themselves.

Leave it to a pro.
Not everybody can be a remodeler. Not everybody is handy at everything. For instance, I can change the oil on my car, but I leave engine overhauls to the professionals. Why? Because that’s what they do, and they do it well.

Now, many people choose to do remodeling themselves because they think it’s cheaper – and it often is when done right. However, knowledge is power. It’d be cheaper for me to do my own engine overhaul, too, but I’ve never done it before and don’t know how. I’m not going to start learning on my own car, either.

Consider the quality.
If you’re considering a major remodeling project to add value to your Orlando home for sale, I strongly recommend hiring a professional remodeler. I especially recommend this if you don’t know anything about plumbing, wiring or building standards. Keep in mind that your house will have to pass inspection. If your remodeling project doesn’t stand up to building codes, it won’t pass inspection.

As well, when you remodel to add value in order to sell, quality is of utmost importance. The first DIY project you do very seldom ends up looking right, and – although you may be understandably proud of sloping countertops or unevenly stained molding because you did it yourself – it won’t help sell your home.

Start small.
If you’re remodeling and you plan to stay in your home, I strongly suggest – if you must DIY – that you start small. Here’s a hint: expanding your bathroom or kitchen isn’t considered a small project. A small project is like fixing a squeaky stairway or replacing a door.

DIY sites like This Old House and Do It Yourself make big projects look easy, I know. However, if you want to, say, strip your wooden kitchen cabinets, try starting with a piece of furniture. Go buy a cheap wooden chair from a flea market and see how it turns out first.

Whether you’re remodeling to get more value from your Orlando home for sale or just to make it a more comfortable space to live, I implore you – your home implores you – at least think about a professional. If you don’t know what you’re doing, your home may end up as just another victim of random DIY.

Are you good at remodeling and looking for a home with potential? We can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

What Future Buyers Are Looking For In Orlando Homes for Sale

2010-07-01T11:50:00.000-07:00

Owners of Orlando homes for sale are wondering, “What are buyers looking for?” This is especially true if the home has been on the market for a while. Well, homeowners aren’t the only ones. Several companies, including Better Homes and Gardens and Avid Ratings, the exclusive research provider for the National Association of Home Builders, have researched this question.

So, what are buyers looking for in national and Orlando homes for sale? In a 2010 Avid Ratings homebuyer’s study, over 22,000 homeowners, who bought their homes in the past nine years, provide some clues. In short, the study says practicality beats out extras any day.

The days of formal dining rooms, oversized backyard patios and community clubhouses are gone. Swimming pools aren’t that big a deal, but neither are upstairs laundry rooms or home theaters. These extras have been replaced by practicalities such as:

• Children’s playground
• Walking paths
• Large kitchens (with island if possible)
• Home office or study
• Main-floor master bedroom
• Two-car garages
• Oversize showers with seating

As well, although buyers are willing to have less space, they’re big on “green” features such as high-efficiency windows, insulation and appliances.

The home survey by Better Homes and Gardens reveals much the same information. Homeowners and potential buyers pointed towards downsizing into smaller, greener homes. Again, high-efficiency appliances topped the interest levels, with a lean towards Energy Star appliances.

The home office is still a priority, although it doesn’t have to be dedicated space; many would be perfectly happy with a multi-purpose space, instead. The real key, however, is no wasted space, along with ample storage.

If you’re considering doing any amount of remodeling to excite potential buyers, the information contained in these surveys are priceless. If you’re one of the owners of Orlando homes for sale thinking your house is too small, it’s great news. If you thought you might upgrade to more energy-efficient appliances, you’re on the right track. Consider what you can do to make your home more “future buyer” friendly!

If you’d like to sell your home or are looking for a more energy-efficient home, we can help. Call us now at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Worried About Your Home for Sale in Orlando? Survey Reveals Possibilities

2010-07-01T11:45:00.000-07:00

Many real estate aficionados worried that the ending of the homebuyer tax credits would mean an end to sales. However, a new real estate survey, conducted April, 2010, says homeowners with a home for sale in Orlando and throughout the nation have more chances to sell their homes.

Survey Group

• 1,000 American consumers
• Ages 25 – 64
• $35,000 + household income

Survey Results

• Over 90% of American consumers think the homebuyer tax credit program helped the real estate industry and first-time buyers.
• 65% actually looking for a home don’t consider the end of the tax credit program to be a factor in their own decisions.
• 46% expect area real estate prices to increase over the next year.
• 12% expect area real estate prices to decline over the next year.
• 79% expect to see an increase in prices over the next five years.
• 20% expect prices to rise significantly over the next five years.
• 75% of renters think renting isn’t as good a long-term choice as owning a home.

How you can Benefit

As the survey shows, there are still plenty of interested buyers out there. You just have to know where to find them.

Talk with your agent about which markets are hot in your area. For instance, have older individuals been buying in the area more than young families or vice versa? Maybe energy efficient homes have been selling better. Find out what your home for sale in Orlando has going for it that matches those hot markets.

Most importantly, don’t give up. Buyers are out there and consumer confidence is rising, which means nothing but good things for the real estate market and your home for sale in Orlando.

Want to work with an agent who can identify and target hot markets for your home? Call me today at 407-876-5771 for more information.

New Orlando Home Construction Scheduling Delays

2010-05-07T10:37:00.000-07:00

Creating a home for your family, from the ground up, can be an exciting experience. But with the numerous steps involved in building an Orlando home, and the sometimes unexpected setbacks that can plague new construction, it can also be a stressful experience.

Knowing what potential setbacks lurk ahead can help you come up with a realistic schedule for the building of your Orlando home. Having a good idea of what can go wrong and preparing for the possibility of a setback will help lower your stress and make the process go much smoother.

Following are some of the setbacks commonly experienced in new construction:

• Weather: Depending on the stage of the home building process you’re in, rain can cause a work stoppage. If you’re building your home during a time of year when there’s typically a lot of rainfall, you’ll probably have setbacks, especially if you’re just starting the building process during this time.

• Building permits: If numerous permits are required before building can begin, there may be a delay. Permits can involve a lot of paperwork and time. Also, agencies which issue permits may not move as quickly as builders and homeowners would prefer.

• Reworks: Most people building a home visit the building site frequently to keep an eye on work in progress and make sure that what they’ve asked for is being done. Even when you take this precaution, there are times when things will be done incorrectly. This will slow down work because the incorrect item will need to be removed, reordered (in most cases) and then reinstalled.

These are just a few of the things which can get an Orlando home building schedule out of whack.

To take some of the pressure off you, hire a professional real estate agent who has experience working with new construction. An agent can keep tabs on the building progress and make sure the work schedule stays as close to the original timeline as possible and follows the new home construction checklist.

If you’re interested in having a new home built, we can guide you through the process and make sure you get exactly what you want. Give us a call before you go builder or home hunting at 407-876-5771.

New Orlando Website of Interest - Orlando Search .net

2010-04-15T08:13:00.000-07:00

Orlando Search
OrlandoSearch.net

Orlando Search gives you instant access to all homes listed in the Orlando real estate market. Search MLS Orlando by City, Price, County & Zip Code

Orlando Homes for Sale - New Orlando Real Estate Search Website

2010-04-15T08:11:00.000-07:00

Orlando Homes for Sale

Orlando-Homes-for-Sale.biz

Orlando Homes for Sale - Search all Orlando and area homes for sale. Thousands of Orlando real estate listings to view and enjoy via a simple FREE Orlando MLS search tool.

Orlando Homes for Sale

New website of interest - Windsor Hills

2010-04-15T08:08:00.000-07:00

Windsor-Hills .biz

Windsor Hills Resort is an unparalleled gated Orlando vacation resort community consisting of private pool homes, townhouses and condos. Boasting a 10,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, double lagoon style pools, movie theater, game rooms, sundries shop and much much more.

Windsor Hills Listings

Website of Interest - Buena Vista Development Services

2010-04-07T10:13:00.000-07:00

Buena Vista Development Services

BVDServices.com

The BVD Services Team excels in the following areas - business development, real estate marketing, business inovation, (SEO) search engine optimization, (SEM) search engine marketing, (SNM) social network marketing, business lead generation, lead conversion and internet marketing.

Buena Vista Development services can hand deliver new prospects with our affordable internet marketing lead generation programs, designed to optimize the sales, marketing efficiency and ROI for any size business. The internet is easily scaled to provide the maximum leverage required for todays competitive business climate. Discover how to get your fair share of qualified leads, extensive internet exposure and ongoing new business growth for your chosen target market.

First Impression May Be Your Last When Selling Orlando Real Estate

2010-04-07T10:06:00.000-07:00

When people meet you for the first time, their first impression is usually a lasting one. You also never get a second chance to make that first impression when you’re selling your Orlando real estate. You need to present your home at its very best all the time.

Here are 3 things you can do to make a great first impression:

1. Clean up the yard: A messy yard is a distraction. It can be time consuming to keep up with general yard work, but it’s worth the effort. Overgrown shrubs, limp lawns, and general disarray can turn off a potential buyer. If you have to hire someone to come in and give your yard a quick pick me up, it’s worth the money.

2. Get Rid of Items You Don't Need: Be very strict about this and get rid of all but the bare necessities. You don't have to throw or give everything away. Find a storage unit and put the things in there you will be taking with you to your new home but do not need immediate access to for now.

3. Fix Up the Little Things: Little things count. If you have a leaky faucet, a broken tile in the floor or a crack on the wall, now is the time to fix it. Little flaws like this make potential buyers worry that there are bigger problems waiting to be found.

Selling Orlando real estate is a lot of work. You can get it sold faster, easier and for the most money when you take the time to make a great first impression.

If you have any questions about what you can do to make your home sell faster, we can help. Call us today at 407-876-5771.

Photos Can Help or Hurt Orlando Vacation Homes for Sale

2010-04-07T09:31:00.000-07:00

“Use a picture. It’s worth a thousand words.” – Arthur Brisbane

One photograph can have a bigger impression on an individual than an entire essay. With the number of potential buyers searching for Orlando vacation homes for sale online, vivid photographs have sprouted everywhere. In fact, good photography can make that slight difference between having your home passed over and selling it.

If you’re considering adding your home to the online list of Orlando vacation homes for sale, you need to think about photos – and those photos need to be good. Just like the home itself, the photos need to stand out from the crowd. Here are a few tips:

Talk to your agent about what’s “hot” right now. Obviously, your strongest selling points are what buyers are looking for now. Two years ago, buyers were looking for fewer square feet, stepping away from the McMansions. Last year, it was decks and patios. This year, it could be your beautiful, 2-acre backyard with the play set. If you have a selling point, capitalize on it with fantastic photography.

Use the most favorable lighting. High noon sunlight is harsh and often highlights exterior problems that even you may not have noticed. When taking exterior pictures, choose lighting that draws attention to the positives. For instance, one of the most beautiful real estate images I’ve ever seen was a home with all the lights on. The sun was almost completely down and served to accentuate the beauty of the home.

Take as many pictures as you need to get the perfect shot. A shot that’s slightly twisted to the side may not seem like something to throw away, but it can distort the appealing lines of a home. Because photos are two dimensional and flat, even the slightest left or right slant can make the home look like it’s looming, falling in or disproportionate.

The ability to use photos to show off your home on the Internet has been a huge boon for those with Orlando vacation homes for sale. However, a poor photo can do more damage that having no photos at all. If you can’t seem to take a picture without the image blurring, slanting or looking distorted, hire a real estate agent who can get the job done for you.

Looking for an Orlando real estate agent who knows how to showcase your home in pictures? Give us a call today at 407-876-5771.

Orlando Home for Sale Wins Academy Award!

2010-03-08T19:05:00.000-08:00

Okay, it never happened; when the Academy Awards were handed out, obviously, none went to an Orlando home for sale – but the Academy Awards are still relevant. Bear with me a moment.

When someone wins an Academy Award, don’t we expect more from him or her in the future? Why? Because the Award defines their abilities in some way, and here is where they’re relevant to your Orlando home for sale. Just like the Awards, our homes seem to define us in some strange way.

Think about it. When you see a large home with manicured lawns, lighted pathways and a pool, don’t you automatically assume the owners have money? They’ve won the “dream home” award.

Likewise, if you see a home with a scraggly lawn and a bad paint job, you may assume the opposite. In other words, it doesn’t automatically occur to us that the people with the manicured home may just be good at money management or that the owners of the scraggly lawn home may make plenty of money but not manage it well.

We, as human beings, are good at judging a book by its cover. We assume certain things based on what we see, not reality. So what does the home you’re selling say about you? What will it say about the buyer? Would it win the dream home award?

Looking At Your Home with New Eyes
When preparing your home to sell, it's important to look at the home you’ve lived in for years with new eyes. Because you’re used to the cracks in the sidewalk, peeling paint or missing shingles, you probably don't even notice it any more.

Potential buyers, however, are looking for Academy Award winners. Little things, such as unwashed windows, really can make all the difference. Trees with dead branches, lawns that haven’t been mowed, numbers falling off of mailboxes – all of these things may seem small, but they can quickly lose a sale.

Buyers see the outside of an Orlando home for sale and have certain expectations of what the inside will look like. If the inside and outside don’t match, you have work to do. Don’t let the home you’re selling wallow on the market. If it’s been sitting on the selling block for months without a peep, it’s time to see what you can do about turning it into a dream home award winner!

If you’re ready to sell your home, we can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Does Your Orlando Real Estate Team Know What They’re Doing?

2010-03-08T18:57:00.000-08:00

If you’re thinking of buying Orlando real estate, now is the time to take advantage of this buyer's market.

Back in the “good old days,” (a few years ago) it was easier to qualify for a loan, with one-page loan applications, stated incomes and “no doc” (no documentation, meaning nothing had to be proven) loans. There were amazing loan programs, like 125% loan on the purchase price with no down payment.

Now, buying Orlando real estate is more burdensome. No more “no doc” loans; lenders want every piece of documentation you can come up with. So then, why is it the best time to buy? And what does this have to do with your real estate team?

Although the current loan situation isn't ideal, it’s worth the effort to find a home you can afford. Here are two reasons:

• First time homebuyers tax credit – this is a big one. If you can get into escrow by April 30 and close by the end of June, you can qualify for the $8,000 ($6,500 for existing homeowners) federal incentive.

• Mortgage rates – It might be hard to get a loan, but it isn’t hard to get a loan with low interest rates. Unbelievably, many are still waiting, hoping the mortgage rates will go down further. Stop waiting for that to happen. It's not going to be long before they’ll be going back up – not down.

This doesn’t include the incredibly low prices for many homes, as well as the huge housing supply. "Slim pickings" doesn’t apply to our current housing market.

With all these incredible opportunities, it makes sense that your team – the people who represent you – knows what they’re doing. In this day and age, your dream team doesn’t just need knowledge; they need experience.

At a minimum, your dream team should consist of:
• Your real estate agent who needs to be able to guide you to the best housing opportunity available for your area.

• Your lender (who is actually supposed to be helping you) who should be able to build a loan package that fits your specific needs and budget. As well, that loan package must stay within the lender’s guidelines to make sure your loan application is successful.

The more you know – and the more your team knows - the better the chance you have of buying the home of your dreams, at a price you can afford, with a low interest rate, before the April 30 deadline. By July, you could be sitting pretty with your own piece of Orlando real estate and a cool $8,000 in your bank account!

Putting together your dream team? I'd be honored to have the chance to interview for the position of your knowledgeable, experienced real estate agent. Call me at 407-876-5771 today.

FHA Changes the Rules for Buying a Orlando Home for Sale

2010-02-11T07:55:00.000-08:00

The FHA, or Federal Housing Administration, has helped many a homeowner buy a Orlando home for sale by providing mortgage insurance through FHA-approved lenders. However, a change in policy, announced in January, may make it harder for those with poor credit.

Before we talk about FHA's change in policy, let's cover a few of the basics about the FHA and how it might help you buy a Orlando home for sale.

What is the FHA?
The FHA is a government agency that provides mortgage insurance to approved lending institutions. It assists homebuyers by providing mortgage insurance to lenders to cover most losses that may occur when a borrower defaults. This encourages lenders to make loans to borrowers who might otherwise not be able to get a loan.

What is an FHA Loan?
An FHA loan is a loan provided by an FHA-approved lender and insured by the FHA. In other words, the FHA guarantees that a lender won’t have to write off a loan if the borrower defaults – the FHA will pay. Because of this guarantee, lenders are willing to make mortgage loans.

An FHA loan might help you get a mortgage by providing:
• Lower down payments
• Lower closing costs
• Easier credit qualifications

Now let's talk about the changes FHA is making…

The Future of FHA Loans
Until recently, the FHA has managed to weather the real estate turmoil rather well. In fact, the turbulence surrounding other lenders had potential homebuyers flocking to take advantage of FHA loans. However, even FHA's bank account is starting to suffer. In order to shore up capital reserves and keep 34 million families in their homes, the FHA is changing the rules.

Before the changes, borrowers were required to pay a down payment of 3.5% of the cost of the home. Now, borrowers with a credit rating below 580 will be required to pay at least a 10% down payment. As well, the good upfront mortgage insurance premiums of 1.75% are increasing to 2.25%. The FHA is now trying to get Congress' approval to raise the annual premiums from 0.55%, although the amount it will seek is still unknown.

What This Means for You
If you’re interested in buying a Orlando home for sale, but haven’t because you’re waiting for the market to bottom out, you may end up losing out on a great deal. With almost record low mortgage rates, home values lower than they’ve been for eight years, the first-time and upgrade homebuyer tax credits and a wide selection of homes, there may never be a better time to buy.

Whether you want to use an FHA loan or a traditional loan, I can help you cash in on this great buyer's market. Call us today at 407-876-5771

Is 2010 the Year for You to Buy Orlando Real Estate?

2010-02-08T17:19:00.000-08:00

Is it possible? Is this the year to buy Orlando real estate? Why would 2010 be special? Well, let’s look at the current house hunting conditions, which might give some insight:

• Home prices are lower than they’ve been since 2003. According to the National Association of REALTORS® (NAR), the median price of homes in the U.S. was around $170,000 by November of last year.

• Fixed mortgage rates have almost reached record lows. Although they are subject to change from week to week, at the time of this writing, 15 year fixed and 30 year fixed mortgages were 4.45% and 5.06%, respectively.

• The high number of foreclosures has been painful for many homeowners. However, it has also created great deals for those who want to buy Orlando real estate, but don’t want to spend their entire life savings at once.

• The extension and expansion of the Obama administration’s homebuyer tax credit has been a driving force for many home sales. The government has handed out a large amount of tax credits to many first-time buyers, and will be paying out more as the purchase date draws closer.

So, is it the year to buy a house? Only you know for sure. The economy is up and running once again, but the unemployment rate is still at 10%, and may go higher. The answer to “can I buy a home” depends on whether you have a stable job or not; look at your industry, company and job before answering. The good news is that, while unemployment may still rise, it’s expected to level off and start decreasing mid-year.

For those who can afford a home, want to buy one, but are waiting for the bottom of the market, don’t wait too long. The Orlando real estate around the corner with the “SOLD” sign might have been your dream home!

If this is a good year for YOU to buy a home, we can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Yes – You CAN Invest in Orlando Real Estate

2010-02-08T17:13:00.000-08:00

With the ‘pop’ of the housing bubble, many investors in Orlando real estate put a hold on expanding their portfolios. Risk, that four-letter word, was the topic of every conversation. However, smart investors know they can still buy real estate and make a profit.

Short-term vs. Long-term Investments
Even now, Orlando real estate can be a short-term or long-term investment. Let’s take a moment to examine the market:

• There is still at least a seven-month supply of homes.
• More foreclosures are hitting the market, potentially driving down the prices of homes.
• Lenders have become stricter with their lending guidelines.
• Many first-time, second-home and upgrade homebuyers are unable to meet the stricter lending guidelines, even with good credit.

If only there was a way to lower the supply of homes, match credible buyers with the home of their dreams and make a profit…

Owner Financing as a Long-term Investment
Real estate is still a viable long-term investment, but, as with short-term, it comes down to owner financing. (This is not the same as “For Sale by Owner,” although some get the two terms confused). With owner financing, the investor steps into the roll of the lender. As with a traditional lender, the homebuyer signs a real estate note agreeing to pay a certain amount each month for the cost of the home, as well as interest.

Why is this a good long-term investment? Because owner financing provides residual income. The investor receives that amount every month for the life of the loan or until the home and interest is paid off. This is good for the buyer who can’t get a loan through traditional means, and it also benefits the investor who has the upper hand in sale negotiations.

Owner Financing as a Short-term Investment
Most investors want to make a profit right away; they don’t want to wait to make their money back. However, once signed, the real estate note is a negotiable instrument; in other words, it can be sold to the highest bidder.

No matter what the Orlando real estate market is like, there’s always opportunity. Look around at the great deals available and see what you can make happen in 2010!

If you’re looking for a great short or long-term investment property, we can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Foreign Nationals non-US Citizens: Purchase & Remortgages are now Available

2009-12-09T12:07:00.000-08:00

Mortgage Financing Returns!

PURCHASE & REMORTGAGES NOW AVAILABLE!

After almost 18 months since a viable product has been made available we finally offer a product for foreigners! Purchase and remortgages up to 70% with minimal documentation required. Rates start at 6.5% and have no redemption penalties at all! Please e-mail us for more details soon as we do not know how long this product will be around.

Orlando Vacation Homes - Disney area Vacation Homes

What to Consider Before Buying a Orlando Vacation Condo

2009-12-03T17:29:00.000-08:00

If a Orlando vacation condo lifestyle sounds interesting to you, here are a few things to consider about living in this type of residence:

Ownership
When you purchase a Orlando vacatyion condo, you own the space within your condo's walls. The actual walls are co-owned with your neighbor, as well as the common areas like the hallways; building exterior; yard and amenities such as the pool, gym, and walking trails.

Condo Association Fees
Each condo has Association fees that are in addition to the mortgage. These fees are used for maintenance and repairs of the common areas. The Association fees also pay for the landscaping and, usually, trash removal.

Condo Association Rules
Associations also have rules. They have regulations about what you can do with your property, including what kind of pets, if any, are allowed. Most Associations don't allow making changes to the exterior of the property. You can paint the walls inside your condominium, but can't paint the outside.

Neighbors
So you’ve found the condominium that works for you. The next thing to consider is what kind of neighbors you'll have. Disruptive and noisy neighbors can ruin even the perfect condominium. A good thing to do is stop by the condo at different times on different days, so you can get an accurate impression of what living there is really like. Think about looking at the Association’s board meeting minute. They'll list what complaints the other owners have, and by looking at those you can get the big picture of life there.

Don’t let Association fees and close neighbors scare you away from condominium life. While purchasing a Orlando vacation condo is not simpler than buying a single-family home, living in one may be.

Thinking of buying a condo? we can help. Call us now at 407-876-5771.

A Orlando Vacation Home for Sale: Are You a Competitive Seller?

2009-11-01T11:54:00.000-08:00

Do you have a competitive nature? Do you always have to have the last say? Do you always feel you have to win? If you have an Orlando vacation home for sale, you may have “competed” yourself right out of a buyer. Please, read on to find out how NOT to make this mistake.

Who Calls the Shots?
You’ve probably heard “it’s a buyer’s market” many, many times already. With the number of people who have an Orlando vacation home for sale, this is something you can’t afford to ignore. This is especially true considering that the longer your house sits on the market the more it depreciates.

A competitive nature is all well and good, but, when dealing with potential buyers, you have to rein it in. Winning, in this case, is not getting the last word, but selling your home. As you enter into negotiations, keep in mind that the end goal is to sell.

Buyers know they have the market. While this doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll try to walk all over you, it does mean that they may try to negotiate:

• On price
• On closing date
• On inspection period
• On closing costs
• On anything

Now, just because they’re trying to negotiate doesn’t mean they aren’t qualified buyers. You may have a very qualified potential buyer trying to negotiate with you.

Warning: at this point, your competitive nature may try to rise up and crush the negotiating potential buyer. Restrain yourself - strenuously if you have to.

While dealing with offers, counter offers and counter-counter offers, ask yourself if you’re being competitive, silly or surprisingly realistic. Are you turning down their offer because it isn’t an exact fit for you? Do you have a legitimate reason for the counter offer, or are you trying to “one-up?" Will a requested change really make that much difference to you?

Although I’m not suggesting that you take the first offer that comes along without looking at it, or that you take an offer that is less than you can afford to take, I am suggesting that you remember there are plenty of people with an Orlando vacation home for sale. As you look at the offers, keep this in mind. Shut down that competitive nature and remember that the only way you really win is when you sign the papers and hand over the keys.

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How To Get a Great Deal on a Orlando Vacation Property

2009-10-09T10:28:00.000-07:00

Buying a Orlando Vacation Home

Have you often wondered what it would be like to own a beautiful vacation property in your desired getaway spot? Have you been reluctant to take the final step due to the inflated prices of such properties? Well, now is the ideal time to take action! In fact, given the current reduction in home prices, you could actually stay at your favorite vacation destination the entire year if you wanted to! This is due to the fact that great homes have been going through the distress sales process in a variety of vacation hotspots throughout the country. As a result, the prices of such properties have dropped dramatically. Your Dream home is no longer a dream, but closer than ever to becoming a reality.

So how do you make a great vacation buy? What are the top destinations for vacation foreclosures? Find the answers to these questions and learn more about why the time is right for investing in vacation homes in the FREE series of "Distress Properties Reports for Vacation Home Buyers".

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Foreclosure Investment Secrets for Florida Real Estate Investors

2009-10-09T10:25:00.000-07:00

The Time To Buy Is Now!

The golden rule when investing – be it in real estate, stocks or anything else – is to “buy low, sell high”. Given the current economic conditions, this advice is highly relevant especially if you are an investor interested in getting the most worth for your money. As a result, distress properties are definitely the right choice for you!

You are probably already aware that to make a good investment, the timing of your purchase is a very important factor. But do you know the details of investing in a changing real estate market? Are you aware of the different types of distress properties and the merits of each? For example, pre-foreclosure properties in particular are the most ideal real estate opportunity for investors wanting to close a deal quickly. On the other hand, if you are a novice investor, foreclosure properties would be most appropriate for you. The FREE series of “Distress Properties Reports for Investors” will help you learn about various aspects of investing in distress homes, and assist you in making the most well-informed decisions.

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FREE Real Estate Video Reports - Foreclosure Secrets Revealed

2009-10-08T10:23:00.000-07:00

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These Deals Won't last Forever!

In today's market, distress and foreclosure properties are the hottest ticket when it comes to purchasing real estate. Price reductions have created a true "buyer's market". This means that prices are lower than ever, and buyers can find fantastic deals that would not be available under regular circumstances!

It is crucial to have a solid understanding of how to purchase the right kind of distress property if you want to take advantage of the great deals out there.

So, let's get started. Whether you are a first time buyer who is new to the process, or a veteran investor who has been through it all before. These exclusive video reports on Foreclosures are sure to include something you were not aware of. And the best part: they're free.

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Introducing our New Orlando Realty Website - Orlando Real Estate Associates

2009-10-08T10:21:00.000-07:00

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OrlandoRealEstateAssociates.com is a group of exceptional Orlando real estate agents who have developed an unique Home Selling System specializing in foreclosure homes and short sales. Contact us for all Orlando real estate services.

The Orlando Real Estate Associates and Home Selling Team covers the Orlando - Kissimmee metro areas. Orlando Central Florida Counties include: Orange County, Seminole County, Osceola County, Polk County and Lake County.

5 Steps to Finding Your Perfect Orlando Real Estate Agent

2009-10-02T17:58:00.000-07:00

It doesn't matter if you're buying or selling a home, consulting an experienced Orlando real estate agent is a smart move. Here are five steps to finding your perfect agent:

Ask about experience
Although many new Orlando real estate agents are good at what they do, ideally, you want to work with an experienced expert. Someone with extensive experience can efficiently get through the process and streamline the fine details.

Confirm costs
Before getting in too far, find out if you are both on the same page when it comes to costs. Make sure to outline everything in writing ahead of time. This way you eliminate surprises in fees later.

Discuss turnaround time
Find out whether or not your Orlando real estate agent can find or sell a property within the timeframe you desire. Many factors can affect such turnaround, but it's good to discuss these details in the beginning to help you get a feel for your agent's track record.

Inquire about online listings
These days, 80% of home buyers start by viewing listings online. Make sure your agent has the capability to show you homes online and showcase your home for sale online. If not, this may be a sign that their office is not up to date.

Check availability
Learn about your agent's schedule. If he or she is splitting real estate time with another job, you need to know that upfront. This will help you determine whether or not this agent has the commitment you're looking for.

Finding the right Orlando real estate agent can take some time. It’s worth the effort to secure the most capable person for the job.

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Renting Out Your Orlando Vacation Real Estate

2009-10-02T17:49:00.000-07:00

If you have Orlando vacation real estate, you may consider renting it out occasionally to cover some of the expenses. However, if you get something wrong, you can set off alarms with the IRS – something you definitely don’t want to do. So, if you’re thinking about renting out your Orlando investment real estate, here are a few things you need to know:

If you don’t feel like claiming rental income on your taxes, you can’t rent the vacation home out for more than fourteen days in a year. Instead, you treat it as a personal residence and just deduct your mortgage interest and property taxes.
If you want to be able to deduct your rental expenses, you can rent the home for more than fourteen days. However, if you do, you then step into the world of being a landlord. This also means you have to report the income gained from the rent. Once a landlord, you’ll have to keep track of how much you use the property for personal use and how often you rent it out, then figure the costs for each.
If you rent the home out for more than fourteen days, but live in it more often than you rent, it’s still your personal residence. As a personal residence, you can take out rental expenses that are less than, or equal to, your rental income. So, if your yearly rental income is $20,000, you can claim up to $20,000 of your rental expenses on your taxes, but you can’t deduct your losses.
If you rent the home more than you live in it, it’s a business. As a business, you can claim your expenses and, possibly, as much as $25,000 in losses per year.
The IRS uses the term “personal use”, but personal use is a somewhat broad term. The days of personal use that go towards the “10% more than renting” can include any day that you or family members are using the house. Personal use also includes the time that a family member is renting the home from you, you rent it out for less than it’s worth or you donate the use of the house.

If you decide to rent out your Orlando vacation real estate, make sure you do you research, talk to your real estate agent, accountant or attorney and have all your t’s crossed and i’s dotted. If you’re knowledgeable, that vacation home may just pay for itself!

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New Florida Real Estate Blog of Interest

2009-09-15T08:13:00.000-07:00

Florida Realty Resource Blog

http://blog.orlandorealtyresource.com/

The purpose of this blog is to provide useful real estate information, which will assist both buyers and sellers. We will provide you with valuable market updates, statistical data and new trends as they develop. Many consumers find it difficult to locate the information they need when looking to buy and sell a home. This site is being provided as a free service to assist buyers and sellers in the Florida housing market make informed real estate decisions. In order to better educate and inform buyers and sellers, we will continue to develop and provide a set of comprehensive FREE Florida Real Estate Reports as a FREE No-Obligation service to our visitors. In the hope, you who visit this site and in turn, consider us in order to assist you in the purchase or sale of your home.

We truly hope that you find our blog postings, information, tools and resources helpful and we look forward to building a potential business relationship in the future.

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Horror Stories to Avoid When Buying Orlando Real Estate

2009-09-01T16:32:00.000-07:00

Everybody has a horror story of some kind, when talking about Orlando real estate. There are just some things most people don't think about when searching for property to buy or sell, whether you’re the buyer, the seller or even, yes, the agent.

Exhibit A
Sheryl (name changed to protect the innocent) is exhibit A. Now, she thought she’d bought a nice house at a good price. Everything seemed to be perfect. The one place that Sheryl went wrong was forgetting to do a home inspection on that beautiful piece of Orlando real estate.

After a pleasant day of moving in, she went to take a shower. Turning on the faucet, she noticed the water pressure wasn’t what it should be. Ignoring the indications of worse yet to come, she flipped from faucet to shower. Only a few lonely, sad drips came from the showerhead. To compound the issue, she discovered that the washer didn’t have enough pressure to get her clothes clean, washing dishes was an exercise in futility and if a hose was turned on in the garden the second story toilet wouldn’t flush.

After much ado, many phone calls and two plumbers, Sheryl found that the beautiful tree in the front yard that had sealed the deal had also burst the pipes. She now had to pay to have the tree removed (it couldn’t be saved), as well as the pipe dug up and replaced. In addition, she owed the water company for all the water lost through the break.

The moral: Don’t skimp on the details just because you’re under pressure.

Exhibit B
Bob, a real estate agent (again, name changed), still loves open houses. They’re a big deal for him and he makes plenty of contacts that way. However, even Bob, who has been in the industry for years, forgot to do a last walk through before a certain open house started. Unfortunately, he and the potential buyers found an unpleasant surprise in the upstairs bathroom, deposited thoughtfully by the current owner. In trying to take care of the surprise, he found the toilet was blocked and the bathroom fan didn’t work. Needless to say, the potential buyers didn’t stick around to tour the rest of the house.

The moral: A short walk-through can save a lot of embarrassment.

With any Orlando real estate, there’s always the chance that you’ll miss something. A homebuyer’s checklist or home seller’s checklist is a great way to make sure you don’t. If you do, try to take what comes with a grain of salt, a lot of patience and as much of a smile as you can muster.

If you’re trying to find a great home without the horror, we can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Don’t Forget to Inspect the Orlando Homes for Sale!

2009-09-01T16:23:00.000-07:00

Just because you’ve found some interesting Orlando vacation homes for sale doesn’t mean your house hunt is up. There’s much more to do before signing those closing papers, and one of the biggest is having the home inspected. In fact, getting a home inspection will probably be drilled into you by your real estate agent. Yes, it’s that important.

What can you find out from a home inspection report?
Although many people do get a home inspection, just as many have a difficult time deciphering the reports to find out what’s serious and what isn’t. To make it worse, inspections vary from state to state. Fortunately, the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors, who has a list of inspectors all around the United States and Canada, has a specific set of guidelines.

General Inspection
A general inspection doesn’t require a specific license. It covers such things as:

Structure – how well the walls, ceiling, foundation and more are put together
Exterior evaluation – landscaping, elevation, drainage, windows
Plumbing – Checks the condition of piping and identifies the materials used
Roof and attic – framing, flashing, gutters, ventilation
Systems – water heaters, duct work, air conditioning, chimney, furnaces, sprinklers
Garage – Slab, firewall, garage door
Appliances – including smoke detectors
Electrical – main panel, types of wiring, grounding, circuit breakers, light fixtures and more

The inspection reports will state whether the Orlando vacation homes for sale have serious health and safety issues, bad or old roofs, systems malfunctions, foundation problems, and moisture and drainage problems.

Special Inspection
Some things require a specific license for inspection. Although you may not want to spend the extra money, these things can cause the “sick house syndrome” (people getting sick a lot for no recognizable reason). These problems should not be ignored:

-Asbestos
-Radon
-Formaldehyde
-Mold, mildew and fungi
-Rodents
-Lead
-Methane
-Radiation

Some issues aren’t big and can be dealt with fairly easily. Other things, however, are expensive fixes and usually deal breakers. Before you sign closing papers on one of the Orlando vacation property for sale, get that inspection done to find out what you’re really getting.

If you’re looking for a healthy home in good condition, we can help. Call us at 407-876-5771 for more information.

Mortgage Financing for Orlando Condo Hotels, Orlando Vacation & Investment Property

2009-08-28T09:05:00.000-07:00

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Orlando Real Estate July foreclosures up 37%

2009-08-14T10:19:00.000-07:00

The number of Orlando area houses in some state of foreclosure in July rose 37 percent compared to the same month in 2008, as fallout from the weak economy and depressed housing prices continued to spread.

RealtyTrac, an online real estate listing business, reported 7,248 Orlando foreclosures in Orange, Seminole, Osceola and Lake counties last month, up from 5,286 a year earlier. The area had 6,667 foreclosures in June.

Florida’s foreclosure volume was second only to California in July as 56,486 Florida dwellings went into foreclosure during the month, rising from 45,884 in July 2008, a 23 percent increase.

Orange County had the greatest number of foreclosure activity in July with 4,150, 41.9 percent more than a year earlier. Seminole followed with 1,133, a 67 percent increase. Lake recorded 1,010 incidents of foreclosure activity, double the number last year. Osceola trailed with 955, 19 percent fewer than in July 2008.

Nationwide, the flood of foreclosure filings continued as 360,149 default notices, scheduled auctions and bank repossessions were reported on properties in July, an increase of nearly 7 percent from the previous month and an increase of 32 percent from July 2008. The report also shows that one in every 355 U.S. housing units received a foreclosure filing in July.

For the 31st consecutive month, Nevada recorded the nation’s highest state foreclosure rate, with one in every 56 housing units receiving a foreclosure filing in July — more than six times the national average. Vermont continued to be the lowest, with only 11 foreclosure filings in July, or one for every 28,312 housing units.

The RealtyTrac U.S. Foreclosure Market Report provides the total number of properties with at least one foreclosure filing reported between January-June of this year. Data is collected from more than 2,200 counties nationwide, accounting for more than 90 percent of the U.S. population. If more than one foreclosure document is filed against a property during the period, only the most recent filing is counted in the report.

Source: Orlando business Journal - Christopher Boyd

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New Search Tool: Orlando Investment Property - Orlando Vacation Property

2009-06-10T18:31:00.000-07:00

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As you may already know, searching for vacation property in Orlando – Disney resort area using the traditional MLS will not work. That’s because you cannot distinguish which properties are zoned and approved by the various counties for SHORT TERM ZONING. The true only way to accomplish this is to search by approved SHORT TERM ZONING communities individually, we have done that hard work for you with our ORLANDO VACATION COMMUNITIES QUICK SEARCH TOOL. We have four main sections:

5 Characteristics You Want Your Orlando Real Estate Agents to Possess

2009-06-04T08:57:00.000-07:00

When buying a home, of course everyone wants to work with a dynamic real estate agent. But sometimes, it's hard to know not only what talents you want in a real estate agent but also what you really need. While Orlando real estate agents differ, there are five traits you definitely want the agent you choose to work with to embody.

Marketing skills – You need to work with an agent who knows the ins and outs of real estate marketing. If you have a house to sell, your agent should know how to market your home both online and offline. If you're buying a home, your agent should be aware of the latest and greatest homes on the market.
Negotiating flair – Once you decide on a property, you don't want to overspend. A good agent will have the skills to get you the best deal around. With a good negotiator, you can have peace of mind knowing you won't be taken advantage of.
Experience – This is understood. If you're working with Orlando real estate agents, you want them to be experienced. While there are some good people who are just getting started, nothing beats years of on-the-job training.
Good listening skills – If an agent doesn't listen to exactly what you want, then there's no way he or she can give you the service you deserve. An agent with excellent listening skills is necessary if you want your goals met.
Dedication – No matter how much experience or skills an agent has, it's essential that you choose someone who is ready to put in the time and commitment needed to get your deal done.

There are many Orlando real estate agents from which to choose. And you'll want to interview several agents to figure out the one who's right for you. We would be honored if you'd allow us to interview for the job of representing you as a buyer or seller.

Florida Muitiple Listing Service - Statewide Florida MLS Search

2009-04-16T21:50:00.000-07:00

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Distress Homeowner Solution - Orlando Short Sales

2009-03-27T18:08:00.000-07:00

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Website of Interest Toronto Real Estate Listings

2009-03-14T14:28:00.000-07:00

Here is a website of interest: http://www.torontorealestatedirect.com

Find all you need for toronto real estate listings, this is a top rated, quality website we recommend highly.

Two new Top Orlando Real Estate Blogs

2009-01-10T09:07:00.000-08:00

Two Interesting Orlando Real Estate Blogs

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Orlando area Real Estate Blog - This website Blog is operated by a dedicated team of full time real estate associates who live in and service the Greater Orlando Area. This group of Top Producers have decades of experience to draw upon that will assist with any clients situation. Whether you are Looking to Buy or Looking to Sell, the Orlando Real Estate Associates can help.

Orlando Short Sales and Foreclosure Blog - We are a team of licensed Realtors and loss mitigation experts in Orlando who specialize in foreclosures, pre-foreclosures and the short sales of all types of property. There is much interest in the various stages of distressed properties these days. A lot of information, some good and some bad, is floating around. Our goal is to help provide some clarity and guidance on this complex subject.

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2008-08-24T21:21:00.000-07:00

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Stop Foreclosure and Save your Credit with a Short Sale

A short sale can help people who are behind on their mortgage payments, can no longer afford their homes, but want to avoid foreclosure regardless of good or bad credit. We have a team of certified short sale specialists, who can offer foreclosure prevention services and will negotiate with your lender to help save your credit.

The short sale process can be very complicated, one that requires patience, persistence and a great deal of experience. All lenders prefer to work with Realtors who have mastered the intricacies of short sales. We will PROTECT your interests, financial information and documentation at all times. After your transaction is complete you will be released from all obligations under the mortgage, current and in the future. Also, as long as this property is your primary residence, you may be released from all IRS tax obligations for the forgiven debt (consult your tax advisor). Given the fact our professional short sale services are provided to you at NO COST, if you feel a Short Sale may be the best option for you, call us today for a FREE – NO OBLIGATION consultation 407-876-5771.

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Orlando Bargains: Orlando Bank Foreclosures, REO's & Short Sales

2008-06-20T18:52:00.000-07:00

Bargains are Getting Buyers off the Sidelines

Orlando Bank Foreclosures, Orlando REO's , Orlando Short Sales

There's more evidence that buyers who'd been sitting on the sidelines are now jumping into the housing market: The Mortgage Bankers Association of America reports that in its national survey last week, applications for new, conventional loans to buy houses jumped by eleven percent -- and applications for FHA insured mortgages were up by seventeen percent!

If you're thinking about picking up steeply-discounted real estate and financing it with cut-rate mortgage money -- you just might want to lock in your deals sooner, rather than later. More

Source: Realty Times
Real Estate Outlook: Buyers Off the Sidelines
by Kenneth R. Harney
Published: June 19, 2008

Orlando Vacation Homes & Orlando Vacation Property for Sale

2008-04-21T11:38:00.000-07:00

Search Orlando Vacation Homes & Vacation Property for Sale

Most Popular Orlando Vacation Home Resort Communities

These communities experience superior rental demand which results in superior occupancy and thus cash flow. Another thing these vacation resorts have in common is full array of amenities that over recent years Orlando travelers have come to expect. Things like manned gated security, elaborate community pools and club houses, video arcades, high speed internet access, children playgrounds, fitness centers, tennis and more. Also very important feature the most popular Orlando vacation communities share is their close ideal proximity to various Orlando theme parks such as Disney, national brand restaurants, grocery stores, shopping ect…

Below are examples and prices of recent inventory in the most popular Orlando Vacation home communities -

· Emerald Island: Town Homes from $140K, Single Family Homes from $290K
· Windsor Hills: Condos from $185K, Town Homes from $230K, Single Family Homes from $400K
· Windsor Palms: Condos from $160K, Town Homes from $190K, Single Family Homes from $295K
· Terra Verde: Town Homes from $150K, Single Family Homes from $280K

Other Resort Communities include:
Acadia Estates, Aviana, Bella Toscana, Calabay Parc, Cumbrian Lakes, Emerald Island, Encantada, Formosa Gardens, Glenbrook, Hampton Lakes, High Grove, Highlands Reserve, Indian Creek, Legacy Park, Lindfields, Mission Park, Oak Island Cove, Orange Tree, Rolling Hills, Sandy Ridge, Seasons, Seven, Dwarfs, Solana, Somerset, Sunrise Lakes, Sunset Ridge, Tera Verde, The Hamlet, The Palms, Tivoli Manor, Villa Sol, Vista Cay, Tuscan Ridge, Tuscan Hills, Westbury, Windsor Hills, Windsor Palms, Windwood Bay

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Orlando MLS Search - Florida MLS Search

2008-04-21T11:34:00.000-07:00

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Search all Florida Metro Areas: Cape Coral – Fort Myers, Deltona – Daytona Beach – Ormond Beach, Fort Walton Beach – Crestview – Destin, Gainesville, Homosassa Springs, Jacksonville, Key West – Marathon, Lake City, Lakeland, Miami – Fort Lauderdale – Miami Beach, Naples – Marco Island, Ocala, Okeechobee, Orlando – Kissimmee, Palatka, Palm Bay – Melbourne - Titusville, Palm Coast, Panama City – Lynn Haven, Panama City – Lynn Haven, Pensacola – Ferry Pass – Brent, Port St. Lucie – Fort Piece, Punta Gorda, Sarasota – Bradenton – Venice, Sebring, Tallahassee, Tampa – St. Petersburg – Clearwater, The Villages, Vero Beach, Wauchula.

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Florida & North Carolina: top 4 places to live

2008-01-05T20:27:00.000-08:00

Florida & North Carolina still rank as most desirable places to live

Florida continues to be one of the most desirable places to live in the U.S. Second only to California in 2007, Florida has remained one the top 3 states since this Harris Poll began. Orlando and Miami were named among the top cities where people would choose to live. Harris Interactive, September 2007)

Florida's state park system is one of the largest in the country with 161 parks spanning more than 700,000 acres and 100 miles of beaches.

Easy access to the beach seems to be a key factor in deciding which state people would choose to live. According to a new Harris Poll, California remains number 1 this year, followed by Florida, which moved up from number three and Hawaii, which has dropped from number two. Florida has been in the top three ever since this question was first asked in 1997. When it comes to which city people would live in, New York City comes in as number one for the ninth time (out of the last 10 opportunities), San Diego, CA moves up one spot to second and Seattle, WA also moves up one place to be the third most popular city.

These are some of the results of The Harris Poll®, a nationwide survey of 2,694 adults conducted online between August 7 and 13, 2007 by Harris Interactive®.

The next most popular states in which people would like to live are: North Carolina (#4, remaining the same as last year); Colorado (#5, moving up from #7); Texas (#6, dropping from #5); New York (#7, moving up from #8); Arizona (#8, moving up from #9); and Oregon (#9, moving up from #10). Three states are tied for the tenth spot on this list: Washington (was #6 last year); Tennessee (was #11 last year) and Virginia (was #12 last year).

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Orlando FL 5th - Wilmington NC 2nd : Best Performing Cities 2007

2007-12-29T11:45:00.000-08:00

The Top Performers

Milken Institute / Greenstreet Partners 2007 Best Performing Cities Index

The top 10 performers (with its last ranking, in 2005, in parentheses) of the 200 largest metros:

1. Ocala, Florida (13)

2. Wilmington, North Carolina (59)

3. Riverside-San Bernardino-Ontario, California (10)

4. Phoenix-Mesa-Scottsdale, Arizona (15)

5. Orlando-Kissimmee, Florida (6)

6. Naples-Marco Island, Florida (3)

7. McAllen-Edinburg-Mission, Texas (7)

8. Provo-Orem, Utah (23)

9. Las Vegas-Paradise, Nevada (11)

10. Raleigh-Cary, North Carolina (45)

About the Best Performing Cities Index: The Index ranks U.S. metros based on their ability to create and sustain jobs. It includes both long-term (five years) and short-term (one year) measurements of employment and salary growth. There are also four measurements of technology output growth, which are included because of technology’s crucial role in regional economic growth. This year’s Index was sponsored by Greenstreet Real Estate Partners.

Orlando Real Estate Florida & North Carolina Real Estate Orlando Real Estate Investing

New Florida Mortgage Web Site - Access Florida Mortgages

2007-09-21T15:23:00.000-07:00

Access Florida Mortgages

Florida Home Loans - Florida Refinance Loans

Access Florida Mortgages: We search Florida mortgage lenders to find the right Florida mortgage rates and best program for you. We find loans to purchase or refinance a house, debt consolidation, home improvement, 2nd mortgages, investment & commercial properties. Giving you peace of mind during the loan search process by doing all the legwork for you.

Florida Mortgage Brokers - Florida Mortgage Lenders - Florida Refinance Loans

New Orlando Real Estate Web Site - Orlando Realty Experts

2007-09-21T15:11:00.000-07:00

Orlando Realty Experts - Orlando Florida Real Estate

Orlando Realty Experts: Provides services to home buyers and sellers in Orlando Florida, including free MLS (multiple listing service) property search, new construction homes and preconstruction property in Orlando FL. We are experienced real estate agents and brokers and can represent you in the buying process as a buyers agent or help you in selling a home in orlando. About Us

FREE Search MLS (Multiple Listing Service) Property Listings

Remember our buyer representative services are free to you... Zero Cost

Rebate Orlando Florida - 2% Orlando Commission Rebate

2007-07-02T14:51:00.000-07:00

Orlando Florida Buyers Rebate Program

2% Cash Back on your Next New Home

Buy Smart & Save $1,000's

New Construction - PreConstruction

New Homes – New Condos – New Townhomes

Vacation Property - Investment Property - Residential Property

We offer a *2% Rebate on your new home purchase – Now is a great time to consider new construction. In a buyers market like we are experiencing now, Builders, like sellers, have rolled out creative ways to sell their properties, including Buyer Incentives, upgrade packages and very competitive financing. Why not take advantage of the terrific deals on new construction in Florida.

Orlando – Kissimmee Metro Area:
Altamonte Springs, Altoona, Apopka, Astatula, Astor Belle, Astor, Belle Isle, Casselberry, Christmas, Chuluota, Clermont, Eustis, Fruitland Park, Geneva, Gotha, Grand Island, Groveland, Harmony, Howey in the Hills, Kissimmee, Lady Lake, Lake Mary, Leesburg, Longwood, Maitland, Mascotte, Montverde, Mt. Dora, Mt. Plymouth, Oakland, Ocoee, Orlando, Oviedo, Paisley, Poinciana, Reunion, Sanford, Sorrento, St. Cloud, Tangerine, Tavares, The Villages, Umatilla, Windermere, Winter Garden, Winter Park, Winter Springs

Central Florida New Home Communities in:
Hardee County, Highlands County, Lake County, Marion County, Okeechobee County, Orange County, Osceola County, Polk County, Seminole County, Sumter County

Here is a partial list of new home builders; we participate with all new home builders across the state of Florida.

New Home Builders – Partial List

ABD Development
Alvarez Homes
American Heritage Homes
America’s Homes
AR Homes
Arlington Homes LLC
Arvida
Arthur Rutenburg
Ashton Woods Homes
Avatar Homes
Avid Builders
Beazer Homes
Borvis
Cahill Custom Homes
Cambridge Homes
Centex Homes
Chadwell Homes
Charles Steffy Homes
Custom Craft Homes
David Weekly Homes
Deluca Homes
Derrick Builders
DR Horton
Engineered Homes
Engle Homes
Fox and Jacobs Homes
Grandview Homes
Greater Homes
Hannah Bartoletta Homes
Howard Builders
Issa Homes
Inland Homes
J & J Development
Jones-Clayton Builders Jordan
Edventures
KB Homes
Kelly Homes
Landstar Homes
Lennar Homes
Levitte & Sons Homes
Lexington Homes
Marc Rutenberg Homes
Masterpiece Homes
Mecedes Homes
M/I Homes
Morrison Homes
Nohl Crest Homes
Park Square Homes
Paytas Homes
Pulte Homes
Renar Homes
Rottlund Homes
Ryland Homes
Shamrock Homes
Southern Crafted
Suarez Housing
Sunrise Homes
Suntec Homes
TransEastern Homes
Triple Crown Homes
Westfield Homes
Whitemark Homes
Windjammer Homes
Winward Homes
US Home
US Home Rutenberg

Orlando - Kissimmee Buyers Rebate Orlando Florida Cash Back Rebate

Orlando Vacation Property

Florida Buyers Rebate - 2% Rebates on Florida New Homes

2007-07-02T14:39:00.000-07:00

Florida Buyers Rebate Program

2% Cash Back Commission Rebate

“Why Buy a New Home Anywhere Else?”

Limited to New Homes, New Construction & PreConstruction Purchases

Now is a great time to consider new construction. In a buyers market like we are experiencing now, Builders, like sellers, have rolled out creative ways to sell their properties, including Buyer Incentives, upgrade packages and very competitive financing. Why not take advantage of the terrific deals on new construction in Florida?

The Florida Buyers Rebate Program offers new home buyers a unique way to purchase New Homes, New Construction & PreConstruction properties in Florida and save thousands of dollars with our *2% Cash Back incentive. We share the real estate commissions with New Home Buyers that use us as their referring real estate buyer’s agent.

Metro Areas:

Cape Coral – Fort Myers, Deltona – Daytona Beach – Ormond Beach, Fort Walton Beach – Crestview – Destin, Gainesville, Homosassa Springs, Jacksonville, Key West – Marathon, Lake City, Lakeland, Miami – Fort Lauderdale – Miami Beach, Naples – Marco Island, Ocala, Okeechobee, Orlando – Kissimmee, Palatka, Palm Bay – Melbourne - Titusville, Palm Coast, Panama City – Lynn Haven, Panama City – Lynn Haven, Pensacola – Ferry Pass – Brent, Port St. Lucie – Fort Piece, Punta Gorda, Sarasota – Bradenton – Venice, Sebring, Tallahassee, Tampa – St. Petersburg – Clearwater, The Villages, Vero Beach, Wauchula

Florida Regions & Counties:

Central Florida New Home Communities in:
Hardee County, Highlands County, Lake County, Marion County, Okeechobee County, Orange County, Osceola County, Polk County, Seminole County, Sumter County

Central East Florida New Homes in:
Brevard County, Indian River County, Martin County, Saint Lucie County, Volusia County

Central West Florida New Homes in:
Citrus County, Desoto County, Hernando County, Hillsborough County, Manatee County, Pasco County, Pinellas Count, Sarasota County

Northeast Florida New Homes:
Alachua County, Baker County, Bradford County, Clay County, Columbia County, Duval County, Flagler County, Nassau County, Putnam County, Saint Johns County, Union County

Northwest Florida New Homes & Townhomes in:
Bay County, Calhoun County, Dixie County, Escambia County, Franklin County, Gadsden County, Gilchrist County, Gulf County, Hamilton County, Holmes County, Jackson County, Jefferson County, Lafayette County, Leon County, Levy County, Liberty County, Madison County, Okaloosa County, Santa Rosa County, Suwannee County, Taylor County, Wakulla County, Walton County, Washington County

Southeast Florida New Real estate In:
Broward County, Miami-Dade County, Palm Beach County

Southwest Florida New Construction in:
Charlotte County, Collier County, Glades County, Hendry County, Lee County, Monroe County

Florida Buyers Rebate Program Cash Back Realty Rebate

Florida New Homes & PreConstruction

Vista Cay Resort - Orlando Vista Cay Vacation Condos

2007-06-12T12:11:00.000-07:00

Vista Cay Resort - Luxury Vacation Condos for Sale

Custom Design Incentive Packages:

Cash Back Rebates - Rental Guarantees - Lease Backs

Vista Cay Resort: A Vacation Short Term Rental community offering 994 luxurious condominiums and townhomes in Orlando's master planned development, Universal Boulevard tourist district. Tuscan themed Vista at Harbor Square and The Isles at Cay Commons. With a location next to the nations second busiest convention center in the center of the Orlando tourist district, Vista Cay Resort appeals to both business and leasure travelers alike. Buyers will enjoy a mix of special insider investor terms and generious incentive packages. Ten various models, each with unique features are offered from the high $200's to the $400's..

Call 407-876-5771 for info

Vista Cay Resort, Vacation Condos Orlando Vacation & Investment Property

Floridays Resort Condo Hotel - Floridays Orlando Florida

2007-06-07T08:25:00.001-07:00

Floridays Resort Condo Hotel - Orlando Florida

Ask us about 90% Financing

PreConstruction Investment Opportunity & New Developer Inventory Available

Floridays Orlando Resort is an exciting new luxury vacation resort . Floridays is a quiet oasis covering 20 acres, consisting of 792 units in 11 buildings, six-floor buildings equipped with elevators. with all the luxurious ammenities and services one would expect. Every building on the property features tropical landscaping unique to each courtyard. Owners have a choice of either two or three bedroom fully furnished suites. Ownership in this condo-hotel resort has a special advantage. In additional to the rental revenue generated while not in use by the owners, up to four weeks can be exchanged for vacation resorts all over the world. Offering Orlando's best value, prices for the 2 bedroom units start in $360's and 3 bedroom units in the $400's.

Best in Value for all new Orlando area Condo-Hotels

Floridays Resort Condo Hotel Information Orlando Florida Condo Hotels

Village of Imagine - Westin Village of Imagine Condo Hotel

2007-03-12T11:36:00.000-07:00

The Village of Imagine - Westin Condo Hotel

2 Year Leaseback Available - PreConstruction Investment Opportunity

The Village of Imagine. The 30 acre urban village will feature picturesque walking paths, sparkling lakes, upscale accommodations with elegant dining and entertainment venues and set on the scenic shores of 2 lakes. The Village of Imagine will showcase an eclectic collection of neighborhoods, from vibrant enclaves (near the village center eith more than 30 unique eateries and boutique shops) to quieter, laid-back neighborhoods all linked to the convention center via an elevated connection corridor over Universal Boulevard.

The Intrawest Corporation is the developer of The Village of Imagine. Interwest is a worldwide leader in destination resorts and adventure travel.

For more information call 407-876-5771 or visit the links below:

Village of Imagine Orlando Westin Imagine Condo Hotel Village of Imagine News - Updates & Info

The Blue Rose Resort - Orlando Condo-Hotel

2007-03-04T20:37:00.000-08:00

The Blue Rose Resort - Orlando Florida Condo Hotel

This Las Vegas style complex promises to change the Orlando skyline and become a major resort and convention facility. The three towers (two are double) will house some 256 condominiums and 1,284 designer-furnished condo-hotel suites. Offering high-end luxury studio lofts, 1, 2, bedroom units and pent house suites which will range in size from 570 to 3,000 SQFT. The full resort amenities include a Swan Lake Promenade which will provide a setting for several European Cafes, five-themed restaurants, private poolside cabanas, and a 100-seat "Broadway Theater" offering two musical productions daily. the owner rental program will be optional. Each residence will feature 9' ceiling heights, floor-to-ceiling heights, floor-to-ceiling window walls, cutting edge technology with teleconferencing capability, luxury finishes, and a lockable owner's closet. Units start from the high 300's.

The Blue Rose Resort Blue Rose News - Updates & Information Condo Hotel Information

The Bluffs on Cape Fear, Wilmington NC - Articles

2007-02-21T21:17:00.000-08:00

The Bluffs on Cape Fear, Wilmington NC - Information Articles

3 New Informational Articles

The Bluffs on Cape Fear Community - Land Investment Opportunities - PreConstruction Investing

Real Estate Investing vs Stock Market Investing

2007-02-17T10:23:00.000-08:00

Advantages of Real Estate Investments - Investing

By Jason Hartman (Platinum Properties Investor Network)

The stock market is a fickle thing unpredictable, intangible asset that has little, if any, tax benefits.

Real Estate is far less volatile, has superior tax benefits, significant cash flow and a high degree of of leverage. The comfort that comes these attributes gives those investors whose comfort level lies somewhere between low no risk an ideal investment vehicle.

Tax Benefits
Cash Flow
Risk Management and Control
Leverage & Appreciation
Early Mortgage Payoff

Advantages of Real Estate Investing Real Estate Investments FL & NC Investing

Ultimate Real Estate Search Engine : New Home Construction Search

2007-01-16T19:38:00.000-08:00

Search 10,000's of New Construction Projects
across the state of Florida and elsewhere.

New Construction Projects
PreConstruction Properties
New Developments
New Communities

All types of new construction: Single Family Homes, Condops, Lofts, Penthouses,& Towers, Town Homes, Condo Hotels, Vacation Income Properties, Active Adult, Lots, Homesites & Land.

Ultimate Real Estate Search Engine Top Quality Investment Property New Construction Search

SW Florida PreConstruction Duplex Investment Home

2006-09-28T12:37:00.000-07:00

SW Florida PreConstruction
Duplex Investment Home

Affordable Housing Duplex Investment

Although the affordable housing problem is significant, it also creates an excellent investment opportunity to enter the market during the front end of an affordable housing growth cycle. Over the last few years, many investors have made significant returns in the market by investing in up-scale housing. today, up-scale housing has reached a temporary saturation point as current demand. On the other hand, the demand for affordable housing is far greater than the supply, and creates a new opportunity to invest in one of the hottest real estate markets in the United States.

Our group has created a business model that helps address the sffordable housing issue while also providing a significant investment opportunity qualified investors. Duplexes are tow units, each approximately 1050 square feet with each unit having 2 bedrooms, den, 2 bathrooms and a 1-car garage. Currently the all in cost includes the land, building, and site inprovements, closing cost and interest during construction. The current market price of the duplex today is around $320,000, thus providing the investor with built in profit before construction begins. Upon completion of the deplex the investor could;

Sell the deplex and realize the short term gain or
Keep the duplex and rent it for the one year period following construction, thus qualifing for capital gains. Currently market rental rates on duplexes are $900 - $1,100 per side per month $1,800 - $2,200 in total per month.

Florida PreConstruction Duplex Investment Duplex Investment Cost - Payment - Profit Scenarios Affordable Housing Investment

Florida Ranks First Place for Population - Jobs - Tourism

2006-09-24T06:49:00.000-07:00

Florida has it all... The Triple Crown
Population Growth - Job Growth - Tourism Growth

Population Growth: Florida is #1 - largest net migration in the country for the past year 262,000 residents.
Job Growth: Florida is #1 - Florida has led the nation in job creation for 43 straight months! In fact, More than one third of all jobs created in the United States in the last five years have been created in Florida.
Tourism Magnet: Florida is #1, Vacation Destination and Second Home location.

"We are in the Midst of a Massive Migration
from the Northeast & Mid-West to the South"

2005 based on surveys and pools conducted by Harris and data collected by Relocation researchers

Florida ranks first for Growth in Population, Jobs & Tourism Florida Investment Homes PreConstruction Investment Property

Affordable Housing Shortage : Housing Affordability : Affordable Housing Crisis

2006-08-24T14:39:00.000-07:00

Fannie Mae's Raines Warns of
Affordable Housing Shortgage

He calls for housing Affordability Action Plan

RISMEDIA, Jan. 20--America could face a critical shotage of affordable housing in this decade or a potential housing crisis without concerted action to ensure that the supply of housing keeps up with expected strong growth in demand, acording to Franklin D. Raines, Chairman and CEO of Fannie Mae.

...a widing gap between housing "haves" and "have nots" that would lead to a housing affordability "crunch."

...Raines said that the supply of affordable housing is not increasing sufficiently to meet the growing demand...

Affordable Housing Shortage Affordable Florida Investment Homes PreConstruction Investment Property

Land, Lot & Home-site Investment Strategy

2006-08-09T17:21:00.000-07:00

Land, Lot & Home-site Investment Strategy
5 Keys to your Investing Success

Real estate offers enormous potential for those who are willing to take risks. Sure, CD ladders , Stocks and Bond Mutual Funds may be safer, but thay don't offer the potential for a gigantic return on investment. It is well known that real estate is how the majority of America's truly rich have made their fortunes. A little known, wealth building real estate strategy that can truly make you wealthy is investing in pre-development phases. This type of plan will not only produce higher profits, but also enjoys minimal risk when compared to traditional investing. The pre-development strategy can be super-charged by taking advantage of the currant "Baby Boomer" phenomenon and pre-construction discount pricing.

LOCATION
EARLY PHASE
LEVERAGE
ELIMANATE NEGATIVE CASH FLOW
EXIT STRATEGY

Now let's add the POWER of COMPOUNDING!

Check out some current opportunities
Land, Lots & Home-site Investment Property

Successful Real Estate Land Investing Real Estate Investment Property Website

Second-Home Living in the NC Mountains - Mountain Magic in Western North Carolina

2006-07-17T16:03:00.000-07:00

Second Home Living in Jackson County
Mountain magic in Western North Carolina
By Brian MacCallen - Golf Magazine

Whers do folks in the lowlands of the South and the overheated of the East and Miswest go when they want to cool off in summer? Directly to Western North Carolina, where many of the peaks in the Blue Ridge Mountains of the Appalachian Range rise to 6,000 feet and shelter an amazing variety of flora and fauna. Here the climate is benign, the pace easygoing, the senic byways rarely crowed.

For the full article click here: > Second Home North Carolina Mountains

North Carolina Mountain Property - Area Information NC Land, Lots & Home-site Investments

2006 NAR Profile of Second, Vacation & Investment Home Buyer

2006-05-15T19:35:00.000-07:00

Second-Home Owner Survey
Shows Solid Market, Appetite for More

A new survey of second-home owners by the National Association of Realtors shows boomers continue to dominate the market, and a growing number of second homes - more than one in ten are owned by minorities. a surprising majority of respondents own properties in addition to their primary residence...

35 percent of all investment-home owners said they were planning to buy another home within two years. For those who currently own four or more investment units, 64 percent said they planned to buy another property within two years, and 17 percent said they planned to purchase five or more additional properties...

2006 Second, Vacation, & Investment Home Buyer profile PreConstruction Investment Properties Vacation Properties

About Wilmington NC, Golf, Dining, Art & Culture

2006-05-06T20:15:00.000-07:00

About Wilmington North Carolina
Golf, Dining, Art & Culture

Whether you're a beachcomber, golfer, shopper or history buff, the Wilmington, NC area is the ideal travel or relocaton destination. Located midway between Ney Your City and Miami, the Cape Fear Coast, extends from Wrightsville Beach to Southport, NC. Nestled along the banks of the Cape Fear River, the historic port city of Wilmington offers the unique appeal od thoroughly modern amenities steeped in the charm of a bygone era.

About Wilmington, North Carolina Coastal Carolin Investment Properties Land Investment property

Cape Fear Real Estate Market Equals Solid Investment

2006-05-06T20:04:00.000-07:00

Cape Fear Real Estate Market Equals Solid Investment
2005-06 Cape Fear Relocation Guide

In these tumultuous times, many people have decided to put their money in tangible investments, and in the Cape Fear area, the best bet in investments has been and continues to be real estate. With more people and industry realizing what a beautiful place the Calorina coast is and the throngs of college students who flock to the area schools each semester, the supply and demand om real estate has sent prices soaring, and the trend does not look to be slowing down. Savvy investors see the opportunity to invest in real estate in the form of rental homes, spec homes, land holdings, pre-construction purchases and buying distressed properties, repairing them, and selling them for a profit.

Cape Fear Real Estate Market Coastal Carolina Investment Properties Land Investment Properties

Wilmington, NC Area Economic Housing Market Outlook

2006-05-06T19:53:00.000-07:00

Area Economic Outlook "stellar"
Housing market, Full Employment amoung Highs for Southern N.C.
WilmingtonStarNews

"Housing bubble? Not here. Unemployment? Not a Problem. Ray Owens, a Fed economist, addressed business and political leaders Thursday at the annual economic sponsered by RSM McGladrey, The Greater Wilmington Chamber of Commerce and the Committee of 100. The senior economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond recapped 2005 and laid out the economic picture for 2006 before a full house. Owens told the invitation-only crowd that "2006 looks stellar."

Wilmington Economic 2006 Outlook Land Investment Property Vacation Retirement and Investment Properties

New Website: PreConstructionInvestmentHomes.com - PreConsrtuction Investment Homes -

2006-03-02T12:21:00.000-08:00

New Website Launched
PreConstruction Investment Homes . com

PreConstruction Investment Homes is currently offering on e of the most exciting real estate investment opportunities available. Where else can you get into a real estate investment opportunity in the hottest markets anywhere, with 10% instant equity, then another 12-months of further appreciation, and at 100% financing for only $5,675 out of pocket? It sosen't get any better...

New Construction homes are needed at affordable prices to meet the enormous pent up population demands. You will have at least 10% instant equity even before construction begins on your home. Then another 10 to 12 months of appreciation for further equity gains during the build out phase. No mortgage payments are required during the construction period and ony $5,575 out of pocket.

The earlier you invest the lower the prices and the larger the profits. Demand for preconstruction investment homes is huge and expanding. A lot of market research and preparation has taken place behind the scenes to perfect this turn-key investor program. All the resources are in place fpr you to benefit from leverage and maximize profits on your investment dollars.

Preconstruction Investment Homes is a leading onine provider of pre-construction real estate including investment home sales, properties for sale, new builder houses and property investments in and near Tampa Florida, Central FL and Southwest Fla.

Call 407-876-5771 email info@PreConstructionInvestmentHomes

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Find Real Estate Equity Partners - Cash or Credit for PreConstruction Investors

2006-02-19T19:44:00.000-08:00

Find Real Estate Equity Partners
Cash or Credit for PreConstruction Investors

Investing in PreConstruction Real Estate requires two main Ingredients:

Ample Cash funds for reservation fees, down payments, closing costs and mortgage payments while marketing the property for the exit sale.
Ample Credit to qualify for a mortgage loan. (a minimun credit FICO score of 700 is required to participate)

Fortunately, one can still participate in PreConstruction Investment Opportunities, even if they only possess Cash or Credit, but not both. No problem. One can partner-up to fulfill the missing piece of the success puzzle. The once the profits are actually realized they are split up accordingly. This is a win-win propersition for both the novice and seasoned professional investor. This type of arrangement is quite logical for someone looking for above average returns on their investment dollars, levering or limiting their risk exposure.

How does this work? For example, let's say a deal requires $20,000 in reservation fees, deposits, miscellaneous expenses and a loan. Investor #1 puts up $20,000 and Investor #2 gets the mortgage loan using their credit. Then once the investment property is sold, the net profits are split accordingly to the agreement made.

For those individuals seeking partners simply contact us to explore their options.
BuyVacationCondos - LANDDepo call 407-876-5771 or email info@BuyVacationCondos.com

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Florida PreConstruction Investment Homes - 100% Financing

2006-01-23T05:59:00.000-08:00

Florida PreConstruction Investment Homes
with 100% Financing

Florida's Fastest Growing Markets
Low - No Down Payment
10% Instant Equity
Buy at a Discount
Flexible Investor Terms

Florida is Expolding

Here is a way to Profit from it!

You will enjoy 10% instant equity from day one, in addition to appreciation gained during the construction build-out period of 10 to 12 months. and No additioanl cash is needed for closing and zero payments during construction.

At completion you can sell your home and harvest the built up equity - appreciation or rent it out for cash flow. For those who plan to sell, it can be marketed 3 months prior to completion.

Call 407-876-5771 for information or click on the links below:

100% Financing Investment Property No Money Down PreConstruction Florida New Home Investors

Florida PreConstruction Homes - Only $5,000.00 Required

2006-01-12T14:51:00.000-08:00

Florida PreConstruction Homes
Prices from the low $200's

Invest in Florida's Fastest Growing Markets
Low - No Down Payment - Only $5,000.00 cash required
10% instant equity - Buy at a Discount
Flexible Investor Terms

Florida's on Fire!
You can Profit from it...

Prices will range depending on your lot selection and the model home chosen to be built. The Complete package will consist of various costs: Lot, Home & Construction - Financing. The total price starts in the low $200K's with only minimal funds required ($5,000.00). You will enjoy 10% instant equity, in addition to the appreciation gained during the construction build-out period. No additional cash is needed for closing and zero payments during construction.

At completion (10 to 12 months), you call sell your home and harvest the built up equity - appreciation or rent it out. For those who plan to sell, it can be marketed 3 months prior to completion.

Act Quickly! There is limited availability of lots for this investor program.

It's that simple!

407-876-5771

Florida PreConstruction Homes Low Down Payment - Only $5,000.00 Required Investment Opportunities

2006 Economic Outlook - Real Estate Forcast

2006-01-05T11:38:00.000-08:00

2006 Economic Outlook
A Stellar Market by any Measure

Source: 01/01/2006 Realtor.org - mag
by Robert Freedman

The United States economy has displayed a powerful resiliency over the last several years, with home sales hitting records and commercial activity reaching robust levels despite a steady stream of big shocks like hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The same resiliency will keep real estate activity strong in 2006, handing practitioners in all property sectors another year of outstanding business opportunity.

"The real estate boom is showing signs of tiring," says NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS Chief Economist David Lereah, "but because the fundamentals in our economy are so strong, what we're calling a slowdown is really a stellar market by any definition."

"The economy is stronger and more resilient than anyone had anticipated just a few years ago," says Riggs. "Our economy has weathered the most destructive storm ever, the tech bust, the terrorist attrack, wars abroad, and accounting scandals. Despite all that, the stage is set for healthy market growth, and real estate is a prime beneficiary of that."

Real Estate Investing 2006 Real Estate Market Forcast PreConstruction Land Investing

Lake Buena Vista Resort: Condo-hotel Orlando

2005-12-16T19:10:00.000-08:00

Lake Buena Vista Resort: Condo-Hotel Orlando

Lake Buena Vista Resort Village is a wholly owned condominium property offering the facilities and ammenities of a resort hotel. This luxury gated condo community will feature 1,875 condo units consisting of 15 buildings 1 & 2 will be eight stories, the clubhouse building 3 will be six stories and the remaining buildings will be 15 stories in height. Offering luxury condo's 2, 3 & 4 bedrooms, 1,080 to 2,270 sq. ft.. complete furniture package included, zoned for condo-hotel. Owners have the option to utilize the resort's on-site management company, which focuses on achieving the optimal blend of occupancy and room rate for units in their rental program. As an owner, it is reassuring to know that you have round-the-clock representation in the form of professional management. Condominiums are fully assignable via the developer sponcered resale program. Prices range from $419K to $800K's for the current inventory release.

>>Ask us about exclusive inventory of assignable resale units at discount prices<<

This resort deserves your strong consideration for the following reasons:

Premier location less than 2 miles from Disney's doorstep, close proximinity to Orange County Convention Center & planned Oseola convention center
The first luxury condo-hotel to be completed in the famed city of Lake Buena Vista
Furniture Package Included
Strong on-site management 66 2/3 - 33 1/3 split, with no personal usage restrictions: excellant cash flow potential
Number one short term rental market in the country (Outstanding Appreciation & Cash Flow Potential)
Fully assignable via the developer sponcered resale progran

For more information call 407-876-5771 email info@BuyVacationCondos.com

Lake Buena Vista Resort Condo Hotel BuyVacationCondos.com Why buy a Condo Hotel?

Cane Island Resort Condos: Orlando - Kissimmee

2005-12-07T05:54:00.000-08:00

Cane Island Resort Condominiums
Orlando-Kissimmee, Florida

Cane Island - This luxury gated condo community will feature 260 condo units consisting of 9 buildings in total, all surrounding a man made lake and clubhouse full of ammenities. Offering Luxury Condo's 2, 3 & 4 Bedrooms, 1,195 to 1,560 sq. ft., $20K incentive furniture package included, zoned for short term rental. This pre-construction opportunity is priced very attractively and expected to sell a a brisk pace. Only 10% down payment is needed for US residents with prices starting at $300K up to $380K.

This resort deserves your strong consideration for the folling reasons:

Premier location just minutes from Disney's doorstep
Strong National Developer/Builder
Best sq. ft. pricing in the entire Orlando Resort Market ($20K Furniture Package Included)
Only 10% down payment needed
No investor restrictions on purchase or rental
# 1 short term rental market in the country (Outstanding Appreciation & Cash Flow Potential)
Limited size and availability only 260 total units

Click below for additional information or call 407-876-5771

Cane Island Resort Information BuyVacationCondos Orlando Market News Why Buy Orlando

Orlando Second Hottest US Real Estate Market

2005-12-03T11:34:00.000-08:00

Orlando is the Second Hottest Real Estate US Market

Orlando Florida 44.8%

According to the National Association of Realtors 3Q report just released.

Top 20 US Real Estate Markets Orlando Market News Baby Boomer News BuyVacationCondos

Orlando Ranks #1 Second Home Market

2005-11-22T20:59:00.000-08:00

Orlando Ranks #1 Second Home Market

Florida Continues to dominate the second home real estate market;
EscapeHomes.com releases Second Home Market Index (SHMI) results for June 2005

Florida continues to dominate the second home real estate market and accounted for 4 of the top 10 locations durning the month of June 2005. Orlando, Florida topped the list as the most searched for second home destination. Retiring Baby Boomers and International buyers have been major forces moving real estate in the state.

The results are based on more than 200,000 property searches made on the Escapehomes website, www.EscapeHomes.com, during the month of June 2005.

Orlando, Florida
Destin, Florida
Naples, Florida
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Ocean City, Maryland
Phonix, Arizona
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Mona Lisa assignable Condo-Hotel at Celebration - Orlando Florida

2005-11-20T09:54:00.000-08:00

Mona Lisa Condo-Hotel at Celebration - Orlando

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2005-11-14T21:01:00.000-08:00

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Financial Intelligence

2005-11-13T22:17:00.000-08:00

Why Some People are Richer than Others
by Robert Kiyosaki

Thinking Rationally vs. Thinking Emotionally
Most People Live in Fear of Losing Money
How you Respond to Fear Makes the Differance

"So how does that affect financial intelligence?"

50% of financial intelligence is what you learn in business school, or in my case what I learned from my rich dad. It is the so-called technical knowledge about money, accounting, finance, investing, and business.

"The other 50% of financial intelligence is knowing when you are thinking rationally and when you are thinking emotionally. To simply say, play it safe is is not a rational thought because it is a thought that is generated out of emotion. To say play is smart is a thought coming from the rational brain.

It is a 50/50 reklationship that is the basis of financial intelligence, and to answer your original question, why some people make more money than others."

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Security vs Freedom.. It's a Choice

2005-11-13T22:00:00.000-08:00

Security vs. Freedom...It's a Choice
by Robert Kiyosaki

Most of us would like to believe we can have both security and freedom. But in Rich Dad terms, these are two opposing values. My rich dad said"Freedom and Security are not the same ideas. In fact, in many ways, freedom and security are exact opposites. the people whao have the most security are the people in prison. Prisoners have the least freedom and the highest security. "People in prison do need to provide housing, food, recreation, heath care, or education for themselves. They have a lot of security but at the price of freedom."

One advantage of living in a free society is the freedom to make choices. There are two big choices according to my rich dad: the choice of freedom and the choice of security. Both choices have apeal, both have strenghts and weaknesses, and both come with a price. If you choose freedom, the price is paid up front, at the beginning of your life. If you choose security, you pay a huge price in the form of excess taxes and interest payments. Often the price is paid later in life.

Freedom means having more choices, not security. You have a choice to be poor, middle class, or rich. If you choose to be rich, then you need to learn a whole new game. But it requires a differant mindset and financial intelligence. You will be free to work or not work. Your knowledge will bring you freedom from work because you will learn how to make your money work for you. The choice is yours.

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Orlando Ranks 4th Nationally at 36.5% Appreciation

2005-10-31T19:42:00.000-08:00

Orlando Ranks 4th Nationally for Home Price Growth at 36.5%

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Source: New York (CNN/Money) - Single home price growth over the 12 months ending June 30 was the strongest in history, acording to the National Association of Realtors.

Orlando, FL 36.5% at a Median Price of $232,200.00

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Orlando Home Prices Expected Healty Gains

2005-10-19T19:44:00.000-07:00

NAR: Orlando home Prices
expected to see healthy Gains

Source 2005 American City Business Journals Inc. 10-6-2005

A recent released report by the National Association of Realtors indicates home prices will continue to appreciate at a healty rate in the Orlando area.

In fact, according to the study, the Orlando market is in excellent shape with a potential for significant housing equity gains, particularly home buyers who plan to remain in their houses for the long run.

"The local market is likely to appreciate at an above-normal rate because of the strong job growth and the steady rising number of retirees and foreign home buyers expected to purchase homes in Orlando in the coming years" says Lydia Pisano, president of the Orlando Regional Realtor Association.

In addition, the median price of an existing home in the Orlando area has risen 73 percent over the last three years. There has been 102,000 new jobs created in the past five years, and 110,000 new family single-family homes have been constructed within that same time fram. These market fundimentals, combined with tight inventories of existing homes available for sale in Orlando, mean that there is solid demand from buyers in comparison with the supply of homes on the market.

In other words, the local housing market is on solid footing, notes Pisano.

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Orlando Ranked 7th Fastest Growth Nationally

2005-10-19T18:49:00.000-07:00

Orlando holds on to its ranking as the
7th-Fastest-growing area in the country

Source Orlando Sentinal
Joe Newman - Sentinel Staff Writer
9-7-2005

Olando remains one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas, better weathering the economic troubles that slowed growth in some other big cities, acording to a study released Tuesday the first four years of this decade. Orlando was the seventh-fasting-growing metro area in the country, the same rank it held through the 1990's.

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Buy Real Estate in Your IRA

2005-10-09T16:41:00.000-07:00

Buy Real Estate in Your IRA
Source Kelli L. (Realtor Magazine Online)

A little-known IRS provision lets you extend your real estate purchasing with tax-deferred dollars.

Are stock market woes preventing you from building wealth in your retirement account? If so, you might be interested in a small, but growing, trend amoung individual retirement account owners - investing their retirement funds in real estate.

How It works:
If the option of using tax-deferred funds to purchase property sounds appealing, you'll need to locate an independent IRA custodian that allows real estate investments and work with that company to set up an IRA account. Most banks and brokerage companies - the most common IRA account options - limit your choices to certificates of deposit, stocks, mutual funds, annuities, and similar financial instruments. But Section 408 of the internal Revenue Code permits individuals to purchase land, commercial property, condominiums, residential property, trust deeds, or real estate contracts with funds held in many forms of IRA's, including a traditional IRA, a Roth IRA, and a Simplified Employee Pension plan, or SEP-IRA.

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The Ultimate Achievement Formula -Pareto Principle

2005-09-02T19:49:00.000-07:00

The Ultimate Achievement Formula
Pareto Principle
Source: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller

There is an amazing principle in life that when fully understood will probaly change your life forever. It's called the Pareto Principle or the 80:20 Rule. This universal truth was originally discovered by the Italian economist Vilfredo Paredo in 1906 when he noted that 80 percent of the farmland in Italy was owned by 20 percent of the population. Pareto, also an avid Gardner, subsequently noticed that 20 percent of the pea pods in his garden yielded 80 percent of his harvest. This was all the validation he needed to launch an intensive study into this amazing consistent theory that states that 80 percent of our results will come from 20 percent of our actions. I personally believe the 80:20 Rule is the best kept, underutilized "achievement formula" in business. Richard Koch, in his ground breaking book The 80/20 Principle, describes this rule as "the principle of greatest outcome for time and effort expended." Most people believe that time and effort alone deliver results, and, while this may be true, the 80:20 Rule teaches us that time and effort on the 20 percent that really matters will deliver 80 percent 80 percent of the results we seek.

When we are focused on the 80 percent that doesn't matter, we tend to get 20 percent of the results we want. The truth is that when our actions are not focused on the 20 percent that matters, the results we really want usually don't show up. Doing a lot of things is never a substitute for doing the right things.

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9 Steps to an Early Retirement

2005-09-01T19:17:00.000-07:00

You Can Get Closer to Your Retirement Dream...
Starting Right Now.

Source: Automatic Wealth by Michael Masterson

If you fall for the Million-Dollar Lie and convince yourself that you can save yourself into a comfortable retiremant, you will wake up one day feeling like you can't stand to work another day - but will wake up one day feeling like you can't stand to work another day - but when you look at your retirement account, you'll realize you will probly have to keep working for the rest of your life.

If you take my advise seriously, face the future realisticly, develop wealth-building habits, get your income up there, and begin to develop equity, you will be able to retire in 7 to 15 years - and that will be early, believe me, compared to most of the rest of the retirement age population.

But since even seven years may seem too long to wait, I suggest the following nine-point strategy for getting close to retirement much sooner.

Start a side business as soon as possible.
Buy at least one rental property.
Consider buying a second home in a tropical paradise.
Relocate to a retiremant location early.
Don't work when you are not working.
Care about what you do.
Interrupt your schedule with regular mini-vacations
Live rich now.
Be proud of yourself.

These are you first goals: Earn more than you spend and have more than you owe. When you have achieved those goals, you will have taken the most important step toward turning yourself into an automatic wealth builder.

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Investing Without Fear - Thinking Without Fear

2005-08-31T20:30:00.000-07:00

THINK WITHOUT FEAR
Source: Milliaonaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller

Intersestingly enough, one of the big obstacles for most people who want to Think Action is that they set out actually to take action, they cannot Think Without Fear. They start to move forward, stumble into some obstacles, and find themselves paralyzed into inaction by the specter of failure. And then fear of failure itself becomes our primary fear. It can be arresting. It can stop anyone in their tracks. When you begin to focus on the fear of fairure, you're cooked. When you can't see the possibilities for and the potential rewards of success because the fear of fairure has blinded you, it is time to stop for a moment and reflect.

If you are a possibility thinker, that means you believe you can do this - it is possible. But to "do something." You'll have to take action. If you take action, you will most certainly make some mistakes or fall short of the initial progress you'd hope for. To rephase the popular bumper sticker: SETBACKS HAPPEN.

The good news is that setbacks along the way do not represent total failure and should never get in your way unless you allow them. Think progress, these momentary setbacks can even represent positives, such as learning opportunities. So never let failure freeze you into inaction - very little good can happen when you're not acting at all.

Ironically, for some people fear of failure actually motivates them to take decisive action that's a good thing. It can never be a part of their Big why. Many high achievers have reached for their potential simply because they could not tolerate the thought of the alternative.

Look, we all have our share of failed attempts. It is really a matter of how we view them. Failed attempts are not a failure, so never fear the attempt itself. And keep trying! Charles Kettering warns us of this when he writes, "The only time you can't afford to fail is the last time you try."

Having a Big Why will help you focus on what the Millionaire Real Estate Investor usally has going for him - the power and motivation that comes when you're greatest fear is not reaching your goal. This allows him to slough off setbacks as they go without ever losing his faith or his momentum. He fears ultimate fairure but is indomitable in the face of intermittent failure. Top investor's persevere through the "failures along the way" so that they do not fail at the end of the day.

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Why Invest in Real Estate?

2005-08-30T18:14:00.000-07:00

Why Invest in Real Estate?

Source: Real Estate Riches - Dolf De Roos, Ph.D.

Why property is so much better than other investments?

You do not need much of the purchase price in cash to buy a property.
You can buy many more dollars' woth of property more than you are paying for.
You can massively increase the value of a property without spending much money.
You do not need to sell a property to reap the benefits of any growth.
You do not need to sell a property to reap the benefits of any growth.
You do not need to monitor your properties from the moment to moment like a hawk.
Property prices tend to increase relatively smoothly and consistently.
The fluctuations of any one property relative to the national average are very low.
It is incredibly simple to do better than the national average for property.
It is the simplest, most reliable, and most consistent vechicle known to convert even a little financial intelligence into a lot of cold, hard cash....

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The Four Stages of Growth on The Path to a Million

2005-08-29T15:56:00.000-07:00

The Four Stages of Growth on The Path to a Million
Source: The Millionaire Real Estate Investor by Gary Keller

The path of the millionaire Real Estate Investor is a progression through four stages. First, you must learn to THINK a Million (think like a millionaire Real Estate Investor) before you make your first move. How you think matters. Whether this strikes you as a cliche' or as a timeless truth, my experience has taught me that the bigger I think, the more I can accomplish. I've learned that what I hold in my mind is what shows up in my life. Learning to think like a millionaire Real Estate Investor will give you the greatest chance of becoming one.

The next step is to BUY a Million, in which you'll get a through understanding of the best models for investing in real estate and, more fundamentally, an understanding of money: the ways it is made and the ways it is lost. The goal is to equip you with the working models you need to purchase investment properties with the market value of a million dollars or more. Believe it or not, this is not the huge leap you might imagine, and many investors reach this mark long before they ever expected they would. Buy a Million is about the fundamentals of acuiring properties, holding them, and in some cases selling them. Buy a Million applies the power of Criteria, Terms, and Network to launch your career in investing.

After you Buy a Million, you'll set your sights on having an equity position of a million dollars or more in your properties. We call this stage OWN a Million. This is when you will realize that the investing you have done has blossomed into a bona fide business. With that transformation come a set of issues specific to that level of ownership. Acquiring properties through credit potentially becomes more difficult, cash flow with asset or equity buildup. It may involve selling, tradingup, or exchanging. It certainly involves understanding the surprisingly simple realities of tax and ownership entity issues. The good news is that by now understanding these issues from the beginning you can plan from them.

The last stage of growth for a Millionaire Real Estate Investor is RECEIVE a Million. Think of it as the summit, a place where only the best have gone. Receive a Million is when you are in a position to receive an annual income of a million dollars from your investments. Pivotal to this stage is that your investment business de designed so that you can choose to get out of the- day-today work and enjoy the benefits of what you've created. Although you can step out at any point along the way, it is my hope that you will set your sights on a big goal...

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Velocity of Money

2005-08-29T15:30:00.000-07:00

Velocity of Money

Source: Rich Dad's, Robert Kiyosaki

Professional investor's who want to accelerate retirns understand the benefits of using other peoples money (OPM). The common source is the banks' or other investors' money and both want to accelerate the velocity of their money. They do not leave the money parked on the table.

The professional investor follows the following formula:

Invest money into an assett.
Get the original investment money back.
But keep control of the original asset.
Move money into a new asset.
Get investment money back.
Repeat the process.

This process is called the velocity of money. Financial institutions understand how important it is to expand their money supply in order to increase their earning power. Most investors do not realize they too can expand their own money supply and thereby expand their earning power. Financial institutions do this by making their money move. The more times a dollar moves, the greater the money supply and the greater their earning power of that dollar.

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2005 Profile of Second-Home Buyers

2005-08-24T20:53:00.000-07:00

2005 Profile of Second-Home Buyers
Source: National Association of Realtors

REPORT HIGHLIGHTS

The Reasons for Purchasing a Second-Home Vary Greatly Common Motives include the desire for a vacation getaway, rental income, and increased portfollio diversification. But the ways in which second-home buyers search and purchase that additional property vary less. The overwhelming majority of second-home buyers use a real estate professional to assist them in their purchase. Second-home buyers are, by definition, experienced home purchasers, so they reconize the advantages of using a real estate professional for their home purchase.

Second-home buyers can be divided generally into two groups - those who purchase investment properties and those who purchase vacation homes. There are numerious differances between these two groups of second-home buyers. Vacation-home buyers typically spend more on their purchase than do investment-home buyers. Vacation-home buyers raely rent out their vacation homes to others. Investment buyers are typically younger and more affluent than vacation-home purchasers. Investment-home buyers often seek properties in a location that is relatively close to their primary residence and typically do not use their second homes personally. Regardless of whether their second-home purchase was a vacation or an investment home, nearly all second-home buyers consider these properties to be good investments.

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National Real Estate Investment Club

2005-08-10T20:13:00.000-07:00

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How to Start Investing for Financial Independence - Part 3

2005-07-28T09:54:00.000-07:00

How to Start Investing for Financial Independence Part 3;
Turning Semi-Pro
By Dr. Chris Anderson

This is the third article in a series of how to take a new investor, and turn their working capital from $15,000 to a nest egg of over $400,000 in six years. More importantly, we show how this same individual can use this to become financially independent, semi-pro investor taht derives the bulk of their future income from their investment portfolio.

In the first two articles (1) & (2), we showed how using only 3 simple, ordinary investments, the investor grew their capital base to over $192,000 after 4 years! How did they do that? Simple, they put their money in Harm's Way to have it start working for them rather than their banker. In addition, they employed the concept of leverage in a responsible, but aggressive manner.

In my dealings with people all around the country, I find that there is one major denominator for many in the 30-60 age bracket, they would love to find a safe way to leave their current source of icome and have time to pursue interests closer to their heart. They have little passion to continue in their current profession until their golden years where they hope that their savings, their 401K's, and their social security will be enough. Instead, I find that most people are interested in becoming what I call semi-pro investor where much of the person's income is now tied to their investing ability. However, I also find that for most people, investing is not their ultimate goal but just a tool to finance some dream they have had on the back burner for years.

In case you think this is all theory and the stuff od informercials, this is exactly what I did at the age of 40 "retiring" from waht many people considered to be an excellent job on the graduate engineering faculty of the University of Florida. Over a period of several years, and a heck of a lot of mistakes, I was able to rely on a pool of assets and continuing investments to step out as a semi-pro investor who could then spend my time creating investments (to creat money) and creating financial educational material (my passion).

Defore we can even talk about financial independence, we need a frame of reference to see how much investment return might be needed to support our investor who is now going to turn into a semi-pro investor. Suppose that this investor decides that they need $75,000/Year to "break even" with their current lifestyle. That is, they can support their current lifestyle with that amount of money coming in but yet they are not adding to their net worth. For sake of argument, let's say this produces $60,000 per yaer after tax. For you, you may need 2X this amount, or 1/2 this amount but that does not change the underlying concepts.

With their current $192,000 in working capital, can this investor "retire" and become semi-pro? Maybe but it could be a little risky. Since tax has already been paid on this working capital, the investor KNOWS that they can support over 3 years with NO OTHER INCOME! i.e, $192,000/$60,000 > 3 years. For many people, that is HUGE revelation that within 4 years, starting with $15,000, thay have created something that can lrt them be job free for 3 years. Not bad but still a little scary in my opinion if the goal is to chuck the job permanently.

To avoid depleting their original capital, the investor would need to produce $75,000/$192,000, or 39% per year returns. As we have shown, this is quite possible but would make for some sleepless nights. Suppose now that the investor decides that they should go through one more round of investing to further grow their capital base. They know that with another 2 years od strong investment returns behind them, they could really make it into the big time and be able to "retire" to the semi-pro status with complete confidence.

Using smart leverage (see previous articles (1) & (2), suppose now that the investor manages to produce a modest, 150% gain over the next two years, or $288,000. They accomplish this objective by making 2, diverse investments in condos that are located in completely different states. after long term, capital gains treatment, this produces $244,800 now giving the investor a working capital base of over $430,000!; All of this started from a investment of $15,000 only 6 years ago.

Ignoring the effect of inflation for simplicity purposes, this investor has now accumulated enough cash to support themselves, with zero addittional income, for about 7 years. Hower, it is extremely unlikely that for someone that has successfully navigated themselves to this point can produce at LEAST a 20% return on their working capital. Basically, they have now acquired the skill set, and the required capital, to be a semi-pro investor. At that return level, the investor now has all the income they need.

There is another effect that people often ignore. When the semi-pro investor leaves their current occupation, there is a ton of hours that can be applied to whatever they choose. It has been my observation that for people with working capital of less than 2 million dollars, it does take much time to generate their semi-pro investments. Invariably, I find that people have another activity that they always wanted to do., like starting a business, be an author, artist, fishing guide, or what ever that produces revenue as well. This further reduces income requirements.

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Florida Real Estate Exploding for 15+ More Years?

2005-07-21T07:45:00.000-07:00

Florida Real Estate Exploding for 15+ More Years?
By Chris Anderson, PhD

YEEHAW!!!!!! The South will rise again! Can't you just imagine the Dukes of Hazard boys sitting on the hood of their car (the General Lee) grinning in front of a For Sale sign in their yard? Well, they should be smiling with the prices in the South, and especially in Florida. But will this Florida real estate trend continue? That is the $1000,000 question.

We hust recently taught a class at the Learning Annex in NYC about investing in Florida real estate. As I was preparing for this class, I was just constantly shocked by some of the facts that I was gathering.... and I live in Florida and have done so most of my life. So the question becomes "is this just an over blown Florida real estate bubble or is this something taht is likely to last?"

Let me give you an example of just how wild Florida real estate has become. Recently, somebody just made a purchase the LARGEST track of land that has been purchased in Florida since 1965, some crazy dude named Walt Disney purchased 30,000 acres in a relatively unknown place (at the time) called Orlando. At the time, the locals who sold their land went laughing all the way to the bank about this guy.

This recent Florida real estate purchase, however, was 28,000 acres at a price of $30,000/Acre. No big deal right? Wrong!!! This land was purchased around YEEHAW Junction, Florida! Ever head of it? Most people have not. Yeehaw Junction is off of the Florida Turnpike in Osceola County. This is one of those places that you could drive through 10 times and still not have noticed it.

If you are like most people, then you would have to assume that big groups are buying these large tracts of land with the intent of rapidly developing them and selling them during this crazy real estate market. Nothing could be further from the truth. What these groups know is that the population of Florida is expected to increase by 35,000 people, per month for the next 30 years. So month, after month, after month, you have people pouring into the state. So if you are one of the big Florida Real Estate groups with tons of money in your pockets these days, what would you do? Buy land in cash and sit on it for years --- also refered to as "land banking."

Now if you are familiar with the Florida real estate of yesteryaer, you would have to assume that most of this population growth is from fixed, low income, retirees that are coming into the state. Wrong again. Today, and in the foreseeable future, you actually have very wealthy individuals coming into the state, possibly for the long term retiremant. The difference is they have lots of money, are willing to spend it, and are accustomed to nice lifestyles.

Whenever there is money flowing, then you obviously create business opportunities and job growth. As a consequence, many locations in Florida are exploding within the 20 - 40 year old age group. With this kind of real world demand floating around, the opportunities are endless for savvy Florida real estate investors.

Of course, you can not just bluindly make investment choices, especially if you live outside of the state. Some areas have become investor dominated and could be a bit scary in the shorter time scale. Over the longer time scale however, the future looks very bright, especially in the area of land investments and affordable housing.

In the Learning Annex class in NYC, my suggestion to investors interested in Florida real estate is to either learn how they can use preconstruction investing to easily make investments in Florida or else move and get involved in more active styles. For preconstruction investing, the trick is to 1) find an emergind area poised to explode, 2) find a project within that area that is high demand and is in preconstruction, 3) ride the appreciation curve while you may or may not even own (yet) the property. People have made money by the boatload over the past fews years doing exactly that and "aw shucks, we only have another 15+ years to go before it runs out".

Now do you want the really good news? This is not limited to Florida real estate! In our group, we are making multible investments in many locales all being driven by the baby boomer shift and its far reaching impacts. In my opinion, if you want real estate investing to be a major factor in your financial future, learn what the baby boomers want and then buy in front of them.

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Developer Services - Investor Club Multiple Sales

2005-07-11T09:05:00.000-07:00

Developer services
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BuyVacationCondos.com & LANDDepo.com offers complete real estate and marketing services. Because of our proven track record of success, we are often contacted by developers throughout the South Eastern United States regarding Consulting and Marketing services for PRE Construction real estate projects. Our expertise includes Residential: Condominiums, Homes, Town Homes, Developmental Land and Home-Sites.

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How to Start Investing for Financial Independence, Part 2

2005-07-07T15:28:00.000-07:00

How to Start Investing for Financial Independence, Part 2
By Chris Anderson, PhD

Last week we started a mini-part series about how to go from beginning investor to being "financilly independent" in a steady and predictable way. Many, many people want to overly complicate this process so let's recap that discussion.

The bottom line steps that I suggested in the last week article (Click here for Article) was :

Look for an opportunity that will return at least 150% in 2 yrs or less;
Be mentally and finacially prepared if the investment does not work out;
Have VERY good reasons why you don't think you will lose money.....You may not make as much as expected, but you would rather not lose money at this stage.
Be patient. This single result should not either make or break you but it is crucial to a longer term plan.

I gave an example where a hypothetical person had gone through this process and ended up with a profit of $43,000 (before taxes) and $36,000 of after tax profit. When this profit was combined with their original investment, they now had around $55,000 of operating capital for step 2.

Before we get to step 2, let's take a step back. For a lot of people, if I told them that somebody made $43,000 on a quick investment, they would think these people had "struck it rich". Kind of like winning the lottery, right? NO! In the grand scheme of things, this investment will do very littleto impact their financial independence. That is, it will take discipline to now use these profits to go into the next investment, and then use those new profits to go into the 3rd investment, ect. So, in our opinion, the first investment was merely a stepping stone towards a much bigger objective.

In step 2, most savvy investors will now realize they have just been given some monopoly money, or money that was not originally theors, to work with. In the investment and trading world, this is referred to as the "markets money; i.e., money that you got from the market that you can now use to generate revenues above and beyond what was possible with your original investment. Quality traders can use this concept to produce huge % returns in a year while risking no more than 10% of their original portfolio.

So let's say the investor now decides to repeat the process and buy two preconstruction lots in a differant development. In the two years since the first investment was made, suppose now that property has escalated. In addition, the investor finds a good deal on two more lots and each is $250,000 to purchase.

Now, the investors visit their check list to see if this makes sinse:

Look for an opportunity that will return at least 150% in 2 years ofr less --yes, they have reason to believe this will occur for their down payment amount;
Be mentally and financially prepared if the investment does not work out --yes, they don't think it will happen but if they lose their entire 10% down payment, they are ok with this.
Have VERY good reasons why you don't think you will lose money..... You may not make as much as expected but you would rather not lose money at this stage -- They have done their due diligence and feel strongly about the investment.
Be patient. This single result should not either make or break you but it is crucial to a longer term plan-- they are not swinging for the fences but rather patiently using the previous market's money to increase their investment.

Well, like the other investment, suppose this one works out in their favor. In their two year holding period, the lots experienced a 35% increase in price. Not bad. They were hoping for more since they knew some places had that kind of increase in a few months but they are not complaining. After closing costs, the investor had about $55,000 invested and netted a total of $162,000 after expenses. Of course their silent partner, Uncle Sam, wanted their cut so now they are left with a $137,700 in profits and $192,700 in working capital. Not too bad after only 4 years.

Now let's ask the question are they finacilly free? Well, I doubt it. The investor could probably now survive for 2-3 years on the nest egg but only if they did not reinvest it. However, if the family and friends find out about this gain, then they will think the investor is now "rich" and living like the Vanderbilts..... For anybody that has made it to Step 2, you know they are far from rich because now they want to invest to go to Step 3 and this will likely consume most of thir money. Frequently you will find people in the $0.5 - $2Miillion dollar net worth in this category where they are doing great on paper but they don't have ant more "extra" money to spend than they did a few years ago. After Step 3-4 however, this can change dramatically.

Before we conclude this week's article, let's talk about a very common and deadly mistake. In the language of Texas Hold'em poker, it is the ALL IN mentality. Frequently, after a first success, people now feel bulletproof and decide they want this process to go faster. they leverage everything they have and take on as much risk as the banks will allow them. If things work out for them, they explode their wealth with that step. However, if something slips up, they are in trouble.

Most people believe nothing like that can happen to them they are too smart. I mean everybody knows that real estate does not go down, Right? I know a gentlemen who is extremely smart, extremely business savvy, and grew his net worth to well over a BILLION dollars. Within a few yaers of that mark, his net worth was NEGATIVE and had to declare bankruptcy because of real estate. The process of building wealth in a controlled fashion over 6-10 years is so straight forward that I cannot see taking those kind of risks to make it happen in a much shorter time frame.

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Economists say Boom Continues

2005-07-06T09:13:00.000-07:00

Economists say Boom Continues
Annual report: "Double-digit explosive is on the way."

March 2, 2005
By Terry Calhoun
News Editor

Every year UNC-Wilmington economist Claude Farrell and Woody Hall come to Southport and forcast booming growth for the year ahead.
Every year, thay are right.

Tuesday morning, the duo told area business and civic leaders assembled under the auspices of the Brunswick Community College Small Business Center that retail sales grew in the county by 10.5 percent, pushing their way back over the $1,billion mark after a breif sales slump in 2002.

As far as the overall economy goes - what the pair call the Local GDP (Gross Domestic Product) - the first half of 2004 was the strongest recorded since they began tracking the local economy in 1893.

In the near term, Farrell and Hall predict the trend to continue if the area stays relatively storm-free. we expect Brunswick and Pender counties to exceed the near-term forcast for the region.

For the region, which includes relatively lagging New Hanover County, the economist predict 9.5 percent overall growth in 2005. In Brunswick County, they expect double-digit growth, and expect double-digit growth to continue over the long term, at least for ten years.

"Believe me it's on the way. Now is the time to get on board and make a lot of money in the future," Farrell told the heavily business-oriented audience at the event cosponsored by the Southport-oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce. He promised new multimillionares would be created amoung those who get in before land values further escalate.

To no one's surprise, Farrell said the single most imoportant factor fueling economic growth was population growth.

He reported Brunswick County's July, 2004, population at 83,787, up from 73,143 in Census 2000.

"Our long-run forcasts of local GDP rely primarily on expected population growth. Our major economic expansions here in the 1980's and even moreso in the 1990s were driven over time by surges in population growth," Farrell said. He said that growth was largely driven by the region's linkage to the upstate and beyond as I-40 was completed.

Since the mid-1980s the Wilmington area economy growth rate tripled the national average, he said.

Farrell and Hall claim their year-to-year forcasts issued since 1985 have been accurate within one standard deviation 98.44 percent of the time.

"A plain-words example of what this means is that if we forecasted 3.5 percent growth that the actual growth was somewhere between three and four percent," said Farrell.

Their biggest variance came in 2001 when they understandably failed to predict the post-September 11 recession.

Variables which are plugged into the economic model to produce forecasts include retail sales, employment and unemployment rates, building permits and airport traffic.

"Our long-run forecast is for the local economy, at a minimum, to double in size over the next ten years. W e expect the Brubswick and Pender county economies to grow even more rapidly over that time period with each more than tripling in size."

Farrell recalled that population in the three-county area grew by 37 percent from 1990 to 2000.

Pender and Brunswick counties will be the fifth and sixth fastest-growing counties in the state with population growth rates in excess of 28 percent, wwhile New Hanover County's population is forcast to grow 23 percent, in each case by 2010.

Why growth is coming so fast
"What will be the primary catalyst for this growth?" posed ?Farrell.

"The southern part of Hanover County will continue to expand outward from the Monkey Junction area toward Carolina Beach. Brunswick County is expanding rapidly across the river from New Hanover County and along the beach communities and surrounding areas," he said.

Farrell admitted he is part of the migration, saying he had lived in both New Hanover and Pender Counties and was now looking for a home in Brunswick County.

"Growth is being partially fueled by a readily available county water system in many areas," he said. "This has allowed development to occur where it would otherwise not have been possible."

Who are the newcomers?
But Farrell said supply of housing would be meaningless without demand. So, where are the people moving from who are moving to Brunswick County?

"First are those households living in New Hanover County who desire a less crowed and less hectic lifestyle," he said. "The second source is coming from retirees moving to the area to enjoy the many golf courses and family-oriented beaches found in Brunswick County."

Farrell pointed out that "really nice smaller homes" 15 minutes away from the beaches and greens were still available in the $150,000 range.

"You won't recognize Leland in ten years," he said.

But other housing alternatives available.

"You can still get right on the beach or golf course, he added. There's something housing-wise for everybody."

"Commercial building will absolutely blow through the roof," said Farrell.

Farrell said Pender County would see even faster growth as the bypass from Porter's Neck to Brunswick County develops.

"In reality, the bypass needs to only allow those in Southern Pender and New Hanover to access I-40 and Market Street to alleviate the current traffic quagmire at Ogden. This part should be done by the end of 2005 or mid-2006 at the latest.

Only the lack of water lines prevents explosive growth in Pender County now, said Farrell.

"Brunswick County, in contrast, already has undeveloped land with water available. The completion of the U.S. Highway 17 bypass should have an explosive impact and, in fact, development is already occuring in anticipation of the completion of it," Farrell said.

Farrell said he is "very confident" that his forcast is correct after 25 years of living in the region and studying its economic trends.

"The impact the bypass is having and will have on Pender and Brunswick counties cannot be overstated," he said. "Double-digit explosive growth is on the way. Get ready for a lengthy and continious economic ride up."

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Brunswick County, NC is Red Hot

2005-07-04T20:03:00.000-07:00

Red Hot Real Estate rides a rising wave
Boomers look to area, fueling "phenomenal" sales growth

Article published April 26, 2005 by Bonnie Eksten

Is real estate hot in Southeastern North Carolina? you could say

Jim Wallace, president of Intercoastal Realty in Wilmington, said his company's business is up 99 percent this quarter compared with first quarter 2004.

"And, last year was a good year," Mr. Wallace said.

The natural picture is writ large in Southeastern North Carolina. Brunwisk and Hanover counties are experiencing no letup in housing demand. According to N.C. Association of Realtors, housing sales were up 23 percent in Brunswick County in March.

New Hanover County saw even more impressive 36 percent gain.

Paul Martienz, a broker with Laney Real Estate, said he believes many people shopping for homes are investing in the housing market because the instability of the stock market "scared them off"

Beach communities, in particular, he said, is seeing phonomenal growth.

Property on Kure Beach has risen as much as 100 percent in the past year, Mr. Martinez said.

Mr. Wallace, just back from a meeting with brokers from other parts of the United States, said the surge in housing sales in coastal areas is happening from Spocane, Wash.,to Portland, Maine. He said that the housing market in Naples, Fla., is robust - in spite of being hit repeatly by huricanes last year.

Boomers, the first of who turn 60 next year, are gravitating toward the coast, Mr. Wallace said. They want to get in on the market before they retire.

Wilmington is now on the map. It's no longer a secret that is a really good place to live, he said.

And that has been reflected in the run-up in housing sales and prices in this area. Brunswick County's March house sales totaled $70 million, up 40 percent over the same month last year. Average price was $284,476.

New Hanover County (numbers also include part of Pender County) also gained bragging rights. March house sales totaled $185.5 million, an impressive 56 percent gain over March, 2004 numbers. Average price was $232,853.

Mr. Wallace said it is unusual for sellers to get multible offers. A finite amount of beach and waterfront property helps fuel the market.

"When it's gone it's gone, Mr. Wallace said.

He expects the market will level off eventually, but no one can say definitively when that will happen.

George Laney, president of Laney Real Estate and president of the Willington Regional Association of Realtors, said growth in this area is playing catch-up after the hurricane years in the late 1990's when the real estate market was fairly level.

Brunswick real estate, he said is growing so fast because parts of the county are only minutes from downtown Wilmington.

"How many places in Wilmington can you say you're only five minutes from downtown, He asked.

Brunswick County, he said is "right accross the bridge." When PPD moves it's coporate offices downtown, workers might find Brunswick attractive - taxes are lower and the commute to work may be shorter.

Living five minutes from work is a great selling point, Mr. Laney said. Both Mr. Laney and Mr. Wallace said the real estate market is not experiencing a bubble.

"People are putting more money down on homes and their debt service is historically low," Mr, Laney said.

Mr. Wallace said this is the type of market that makes you "pinch yourself and think "this is phenomental growth." It's pretty incredible."

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2005-06-28T18:54:00.000-07:00

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How to Start Investing For Financial Independence, Part 1

2005-06-26T21:16:00.000-07:00

How to Start Investing for Financial Independence, Part (1)
By Chris Anderson, PhD

Today, I am going to start a mini-part series about how to go from beginning investor to being "finacially independent" in a steady and predictable way. At our website, we get tons of emails about how do I start, how do I start with little $'s, ect., ect., ect. If you are saking this question, congradulations because you are ahead of most. All of us have been there at some point.

I must warn you.... What I am about to share with you for free is what "gurus" across the nation charge thousands of dollars for in weedend seminars. the "secrets" revealed are going to seem pretty simple because quite frankly, there is no real secrets. The methods used have been done for centuries and there is no reason to complicate them. Let's apply these principles to see how fast someone might become financially independent without beeting the farm.

Realize that everybody has wildly different starting points and different financial goals. For this series of articles, we assume that an individual has access to at least $15,000 liquid capital (or home equity) to start, is at least breaking even with their current income verses expenses, and has decent credit to obtain financing. Not there yet?.... See the footnote below.

To start, what you need is to make your money grow while keeping your current income stream, and current expense level in place. I can't say this more plainly.....To change your financial path, you have to use your money and your time to grow additional income streams that increase wealth. There is many ways to do this but we are going to use investing in real estate as an example.

Now for beginners, here is really bad news.....As an investor, you reap rewards by putting your money in HARMS WAY. You do everything in your power to minimize your risk but bottom line is that real investors money by taking CONTROLLED risks. As investors get better, they learn how to make fantastic investment returns doing things that all their friends and relatives think is crazy.....However, they know exactly what risks they are taking are why those risks are small in comparison to the potential rewards.

One reason people really like real estate is leverage; i.e, you can purchase an expensive property using 0-20% of your own money while financing the rest. So if you put 10% down for example, and then the property goes up by 20%, you have made 200% return (ignoring expenses, taxes, ect. for simplicity). Of course this works in reverse...If the property drops by 20%, you have lost not only your original investment but have to come up with another 10% as well.....Ouch!

For someone begginning, here is what I would suggest:

Look for an opportunity that will return at least 150% in 2 years or less;
Be mentally and financially prepared if the investment does not work out;
Have VERY good reasons why you don't think you will lose money....You may not make as much as expected, but you would rather not lose money at this stage.
Be patient. This single result should not either make or break you, but is crucial to a longer term plan.

In our Mastermind Group, we are bringing out a land project (see related article Land Investing that appears to meet these criterions (each investor has to decide for themselves). So let's say the purchase price is $150,000, with 10% down and another $3,500 in closing costs. With good credit, then the financing obtained would make the land payments for 2 years while waiting for growth.

Now let's say after you did your analysis, looked at what had happened in the past, looked at why you thought more and more people would want this property, ect., you decided that you think this property will average 20%/Yr escalation over the next 2 years. MORE IMPORTANTLY, you decide that barring a major meltdown in the market, you think there is little chance that you can't at least break even after 2 years.

So if you end up being right about growth, then you might make a tidy $43,000 (before taxes) or so after everything is considered. After long term capital gains at 15% let's say, then you just picked up about $36,000 of the "market's money". That is money that if you take a loss on the next investment will not be nearly as painful as if you lost your original money. When you combine this with your original investment amount, you now have around $55,000 of operating capital for step 2.

Realistically, you cannot predict how much you will make from the investment. When I invest, I try to establish in my mind what is reasonable. Frequently, I have been surprised to the positive and made much more than expected. Sometimes I have made less. The key being to put yourself at low risk situation where you have a strong reason to believe the market will go in your favor.

To accomplish this first step, let's look at what you really had to do:

Had to be willing to put $'s in harm's way;
Had to educate yourself enough to evaluate the risk and opportunity;
Had to find the opportunity or be in a position to have the opportunity presented to tem;
Had to act.

I would liike to comment on the education side. As a former professor, I have seen very smart people spend 1,000's of hours and 10,000's of thousands of dollars educating themselves to "earn a living"; this is a great move in many cases. On the other side, I have seen very smart people who want investing to be a major source of income but will not spend any time or money educating themselves.

To me, this is a recipe for disaster. By the time we finish this series, you will see that with very few simple steps, implimented over time, many people will put 100's of thousands of dollars at risk but know almost nothing about what they are doing. If you chose the path of making your investment dollars grow steadily with time, I hope this does not end up describing you.

** Footnote: If you are not yet at that level, here is what I suggest. First, read michael Masterson's book called "Automatic Wealth". This is an excellent book on how to rapidly change your financial position while staying employed. Next, I would read Van Tharp's new book called "Safe Paths to Financial Freedom". Van uses a very differnt thought process from may and so adds a great deal of rounding. Like anything else, you will not agree with everything written in these books but they provide some great thought processes. When you have some capital and are cash flow positive, them come back and revisit this article.

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Real Estate Investor Buyer Restrictions

2005-06-24T17:47:00.000-07:00

Investor Obstacles

A dozen of the nations home builders were polled recently about their efforts to curtail investor activity in their development

82 percent said they would sell only to owner-occupants.
64 percent do not allow buyers to resell the house before they've actually taken possession through closing.
55 percent bar resale of the house in the first year.
36 percent prohibit renting in the first year.

Source: National Association of Home Builders

Speculators Beware

In a move to protect their profits and the market, home builders are waving a new sign: For sale -- but not to speculators.

By Jack Snyder - Orlando Sentinal Staff Writer
June 24, 2005

Provisions that force the original buyer to close on the deal.
Barring sales or rentals in the first year.
Price escalation clauses in which some rising materials and labor costs can be added to the home price.

"First and formost, we want to sell to owner-occupants," Bass said
The company also requires that if the buyer sells in the first year, he must sell the house back to the builder at the original price. The company also includes an escalator clause in which up to 10% of the purchase price can be added before the closing to account for labor and material prices. Said Derrek Sutton COO of Nicholson Homes Inc.

However, the Central Florida housing market is expected to remain strong.

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The Lot Game (Golf Course Real Estate)

2005-06-23T08:12:00.000-07:00

The Lot Game
Issue Date: 2004 Premier Properties Guide, Posted on: 10/26/2004
by Scott Kauffman

Even as the U.S. economy sputters and spurts, golf course real estate has remained a white-hot investment and shows little sign of cooling
Indeed, at a time when many people are increasingly down on the dow, a growing number of Americans are going to golf as a safe and smart place to invest in one's future. And wisely so, if a recent report by the Golg Research Group bears out. It finds that, during the recent recession when the real estate market has been American economy's saving grace, golf course real estate has done extrodinarily well for both builders and buyers.
Golf course real estate has outperformed the overall real estate market by 20 percent over the past five years, and the average price of a fairway home is now 2.5 times higher than the national average of all homes.
"Of course the overall real estate market has done marvelously," Hegarty adds, "but golf course real estate has done even more marvelously."
That's one reason golf course communities are so treasured. Besides the many first rate, resort style ameneties being offered these days, and the security and value that goes with living in a gated enclave, the vast acreage of open space is probably the primary selling point at many golf course developments - reflected by the fact that more than 50 percent of golf course homeowners don't even play golf.
"That's the reason golf course homes go up in value," says John Reed, a longtime golf course developer in Hilton Head and Bluffton, S.C., whose Reed, Rowe and Zinn team is currently involved with the Berkeley Hall and Hampton Hall developments. "When you put a nice golf course in a community, it's a stamp that says (the developer) contributed 200 acres to green space and open space, and has invested to this space. Even if you're not golfer, you'll enjoy this value. It's an investment that diversities their portfolio and gives them a lifestyle option."
The Concession is Daves' initial foray into golf development business, and he's extremely optimistic about the demand for lots and memberships at this private club. Says Daves: "When investors knew Jack wanted to buy a home, it made it easy for others because he's made a lot of people a lot of money over the years"
"And we Americans love our games, and golf is the perfect game. Men and wemon can play it, and it's the only sport where you can play with professionals. Then of course there's the natural beauty. People love green grass and trees. It's got so much going for it."
"In the near term, every indication is there is more depth and breadth to this buyer's market than anyone anticipated," says Randy Lyon of the Ginn Co., who has been previously involved with such acclaimed projects as Isleworth and Lake Nona in the Orlando Area, "nothing to me indicates this is a bubble"
Geoffredo says with a smile "I can't argue with success"

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Second - Home Buyer Market Profile

2005-06-17T20:37:00.000-07:00

Sunny Second Home-Market
2005 Profile of Second Home Buyers

(May 12,2005) -- The near term outlook for the second-home market is strong, but there are reasons to be concerned down the road, said David Lereah, cheif economist for the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS, at NAR's Resort Real Estate Committee meeting on Wednesday in Washington, D.C.

The meeting was part of the 2005 REALTORS Midyaer Legislative Meetings & Trade Expo, being held May 9-14.

"For the next five to 10 years, this is a very healty marketplace," Lereah said. "By and large, the second-home market is healthyier than the primary-home market."

Second homes accounted for 36 percent od all residential transactions in 2004, with 23 percent purchased for investment purposes and 13 percent for vacation residences, according to NAR's 2005 Profile of Second-Home Buyers.

Fueling the second-home market are baby boomers taking advantage of equity built up in their primary rsidences; strong demand from foreign buyers; and easier financing availbility. However, Lereah said loose lending pratices and speculative buying could dampen demand for these properties in the future.

Lereah presented these additional highlights from NAR's second-home survey:

The typical vacation-home buyer is 55 years old with a total household income of $71,000. Investment-property homebuyers have a median age of 47 years with a typical household income of $85,700.
The median distance between a vacation-home buyer's primary residence and second home is 49 miles, compared with 18 miles for investment-property purchasers.
The majority od second-home-owning households--71 percent od vacation-home buyers and 59 percent of investment-property purchasers--have no children under 18 living at home.
83 percent of vacation-home buyers and 84 percent of investment-property purchasers used a real estate pratitioner in their search and purchase.

To reflect the increasing importance of second homes in all areas of the country, the committee has asked the NAR Board of Directors to approve a name change for the committee, to the Resort and Second Home Committee and Forum.
--Chuch Paustain, REALTOR Magazine Online

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