Central Florida Real Estate Blog: August 2009

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 26, 2009

This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here!

ART, MUSIC, LITERARY & THEATER

POSSIBLE LIVES

What: a Global Lens film screening

When: Aug 28 – 4 & 7pm

30^th – 1:30pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: adults - $12; seniors & students - $11; 17 & under - $8

Contact: 407-896-4231

ROMEO ET JULIETTE

What: Charles Gounod’s operatic translation of Shakespeare's tragic play, shown as part of the Enzian's Summer Opera Series

When: Aug 29 – noon

31^st – 8pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $20

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

MAITLAND POETS & WRITERS

What: readings on the Farmer’s Market stage

When: Aug 30 – 11:15am

Where: Lake Lily Park

840 Lake Lily Drive

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 321-274-4329

AVERAGE COMMUNITY

What: documentary about the '80s hardcore punk scene through the eyes teens from Trenton, N.J

When: Aug 30 – 12:30pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $5 donation

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

BOOTLEG ON THE BIG SCREEN

What: Dave Segal of Bootleg Television intercuts road videos with performances by Shak Nasti and Thomas Wynn & the Believers

When: Aug 30 – 9pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-929-6600

www.Enzian.org

MOVIE MONDAY

What: The intimate pub screens watery epics, with 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, The Abyss and Das Boot

When: Aug 31 – 7pm

Where: Redlight Redlight

745 Bennett Rd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-2578

http://www.myspace.com/theredlightredlight

JUST FOR CHILDREN

ACTIVITIES DAY FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

What: hosted by Orlando PlayDate Foundation, a social networking site connecting children with disabilities; also a panel of doctors for parents to ask questions & get information about resources available; food & drinks provided

When: Aug 29 – noon - 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-770-7809

NATURE

GREEN GARDENING: NATIONAL WILDLIFE CERTIFICATION

What: Learn sustainable gardening practices that can turn any garden into a wildlife friendly habitat and become a Certified Wildlife Habitat When: Aug 29 – 10am - noon

Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens

3755 US Hgwy 17-92

Sanford

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-323-4450

www.CentralFloridaZoo.org

FOOD

HIGH & MIGHTY BEER KICKOFF

What: new brew offers sample flights, with music from Jazz Revolver

When: Aug 27 – 7pm

Where: Redlight Redlight

745 Bennett Rd

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-893-9832

http://www.myspace.com/theredlightredlight

FUNDRAISERS

LES PAUL TRIBUTE SHOW

What: Local musicians Thomas Wynn, Kaleigh Baker, Jeff Nolan, Joseph Martens and more pay tribute to the guitar pioneer, with videos of Paul's work and a live art show Jim Jackson; all proceeds benefit Connections4Kids and Family

When: Aug 27 – 9pm

Where: The Lodge

49 N. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: $5 donation

Contact: 407-650-8786

www.DowntownLodge.com

HOGS SAVING DOGS

What: bike ride, raffle & auction to benefit Pet Rescue by Judy

When: Aug 30 – 9am

Where: Fleet Reserve

3040 SR 46

Sanford

Cost: $6 breakfast/lunch

Contact: 407-302-4497

ETC.

CITY SKIP DAY

What: A street party to celebrate not going to your job, featuring live music, food and drink specials

When: Aug 28 – noon

Where: Downtown Orlando

Church St. & Orange Ave.

Orlando

Cost: Free

PLAYDATE ORLANDO

What: board game night for adults

When: Aug 28 – 8pm – 2am

Where: Rix’s Lounge

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

1000 W. Buena Vista Drive

Lake Buena Vista

Cost: $5 - $10 after 9pm; must be over 21

Contact: 407-939-3806

ALL-BREED HORSE SHOW

What: presented by the Orlando Arabian Horse Club

When: Aug 29 – 30 - 9am

Where: Clarcona Horseman’s Park

3535 Damon Rd

Apopka

Cost: Free for spectators; concessions & BBQ on 29th

Contact: 321-231-1221

BBQ COOKOFF & FAMILY FESTIVAL

What: 12-15 teams; live music; children’s activities; lunch

When: Aug 29 – 10am – 7pm

Where: Trinity Downtown

123 E. Livingston St.

Orlando

Cost: $10 – all-you-can-eat BBQ wristbands

Contact: 407-295-6269

LUNA

What: Learn about the interactions between life on Earth and our moon

When: Aug 29 – 8:30pm

Where: Seminole Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

A TASTE OF THE J

What: local restaurants sample their wares for the grand opening ceremony of the new southwest campus for the Orlando Jewish Community Center

When: Aug 30 – 11am - 4pm

Where: Jack & Lee Rosen JCC Campus

11184 S. Apopka-Vineland Rd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-7593

WALKING TOURS IN WINTER PARK

What: A guided tour of the churches detailed in the current Heritage Center exhibit Sacred Places, Sacred History: Black Churches of West Winter Park

When: Aug 30, Sept 6 & 20 – 1:30 – 3:30pm

Where: Hannibal Square Heritage Center

642 W. New England Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-671-1886

www.crealde.org

VOLUNTEER FAIR

What: non-profit orgs will have booths for people to find out about volunteer opportunities within the community

When: Aug 30 – 2 - 5pm

Where: Maitland Public Library

501 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-647-7700

CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY

What: 13 week course to educate citizens about the Sheriff’s Dept. includes demos, tours, q & a – no physical requirements

When: Sept 1 – 6:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Orange County Sheriff’s Office

2500 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free, registrations required, must be 19+ & a background check will be performed

Contact: 407-254-7389

PLAN AHEAD

FALL LAWN CARE

What: how to repair lawn damage caused by insects, weeds & root rot

When: Sept 3 – 6 – 7:30pm

Where: Orange County Extension Education Center

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – registration required

Contact: 407-254-9200

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

What: screening of Race to Witch Mountain

When: Sept 3 – 6:30pm

Where: Winter Garden Library

805 E. Plant St.

Winter Garden

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of America’s Sweetheart

When: Sept 4 – 8:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adults; $2 children

Contact: 407-246-2620

BRAILE TRANSCRIBER

What: 9-month course leading to certification; materials & equipment provided; includes study & exercises at home

When: Tuesdays, Sep 8 – 10 -11am

Where: Braille Assn of Mid-Florida, Inc.

1500 Falcon Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; orientation 9/1 – 10 – 11am

Contact: 407-894-8130

GROWING ORCHIDS

What: with Doug Watson or World Wide Orchids

When: Sept 9 – 10am

Where: Winter Park Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Dr

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

JOB FAIR

What: over 70 employers hosted by the Central Florida Employment Council

When: Sept 9 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free – dress properly; no children; bring resumes

Contact: 407-834-4022

BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN

What: with Dr. Jan Garavaglia, chief medical examiner for Orange & Osceola counties

When: Sept 10 – noon - 1pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – bring your lunch or pre-order for a small charge

Contact: 407-836-7010

SEMINOLE UNCORKED

What: wine tasting and auction to benefit The Mustard Seed

When: Sept 10 – 5:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Seminole Towne Center

200 N. Entrance Rd

Sanford

Cost: $35 advance; $45 day of the event

Contact: 407-290-1060

HIDING IN THE SPOTLIGHT BY GREG DAWSON

What: true story how his mother & aunt survived the Holocaust as entertainers to then study at Julliard; with a book signing and reception

When: Sept 10 – 7pm

Where: Holocaust Resource & Education Center of Central Florida

851 N. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-628-0555

7^TH ANNUAL CARIBBEAN HEALTH FAIR

What: prevention education and free screenings for blood pressure, body mass, HIV, glucose, cholesterol (must fast), pap smears & prostrate offered by The Center for Multicultural Wellness & Prevention

When: Sept 12 – 8am - 2pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free – screenings on a first come-first served basis

Contact: 407-648-9440 x 14

COIN AND MONEY SHOW

What: over 125 vendors buying and selling

When: Sept 11 & 12 – 10am - 6pm

13^th – 10am – 3pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free & receive a free coin

Contact: 407-889-3658

5^TH ANNUAL MUSEUM DAY

What: presented by Smithsonian Magazine

When: Sept 26

Where: Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens

633 Osceola Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: Free – download your card at www.smithsonian.com/museumday

Contact: 407-647-6294

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

5 Simple Landscape Ideas That Say - WOW!!

Whether you are selling or just want to spruce up your property, here are some simple ideas that are fairly affordable.

1. Add a Splash of Color - By adding color to your landscape, you are in essence adding another dimension. Flowering annuals produce an abundance of color for a sustained period of time.

2. The size of trees and shrubs should be in proportion to the size of the home, whether it be a one-story, two-story, etc. They should also not be blocking windows, doors or other architectural features of the home.

3. Lush Green Lawn - in other words get rid of those brown spots. And if you are located in a drought area, how about drought resistant plants, rocks, boulders and other ornamental grasses.

4. Shine the light - Add low voltage or solar lighting to the outside to add drama to your home at night. Highlight the front door, walkway, trees or branches, but don't overdo it.

5. Add a fountain - The sound of water is very appealing and soothing. You can put a nice one together fairly reasonably.

Till next time... Marc It Sold!

Numbers, Numbers & More Numbers – A Mixed Bag

Sales are up! For the past couple of months we’ve been closing over 2000 homes a month. We haven’t seen numbers like that since mid ’06. Of those sales, 58% were what would be considered ‘normal’ sales and 42% were either bank-owned or short sales.

The pending sales, those under contract, increased as well for the sixth straight month. While this used to be a good indicator of future closings, I don’t feel it is as accurate as it used to be since many under contract do not make it to the closing table.

Inventory has been pretty much steadily dropping for the past year – down over 7000 properties to 17,231. We still have a long way to go as during a normal cycle we would see an inventory of about 7K homes.

The affordability index for Orange & Seminole counties is 181.48. An affordability index of 100 tells you that a median income family can qualify for a median priced home. Therefore, a higher index number shows you that they are more than qualified.

Current low interest rates should also be fueling increased demand as is the $8K tax credit.

So why are so many people still on the fence?

Well some do have the legitimate fear of losing their job. That is wholly understandable and should be a major consideration when undertaking a purchase of a home. But at the same time many are still frightened that prices will still drop. I can only talk about the Greater Orlando/Central Florida region, but I doubt if that will happen unless something catastrophic occurs. But that’s out of our control in almost any situation, anyway.

The other side of the coin is that interest rates will rise. That is an inevitability that we have to face. They will not stay at these levels much longer. That will also affect affordability in that as they rise homes become less affordable.

I think we are on the road to recovery. Granted, it won’t happen overnight, but neither did the debacle that we’re dealing with. We can not lose sight of the fact that real estate is a long-term investment. The run up and run down of the market has put us below the level where we should be at this time. But we will get back there. It will take time. Real estate is not supposed to appreciate like we saw, but at the same time it is a good investment. But as with any good investment, you have to put into it and nurture it & not take out from it and rape it (home equity loans).

Till next time…Marc It Sold!

Property Taxes - Investment vs. Homestead

In the last newsletter, I wrote about the City of Apopka proposing a tax hike. (You can read it here.) What’s more interesting is that TRIM (Truth in Millage) Notice that was just sent out shows this increase in both sections whether there is a proposed budget change or no budget change. So, I guess they’ll have their public hearings, but really do they mean anything?

Now I must admit that I’m thrilled with the several hundred dollar savings that I’m noting in investment properties. On the other hand, many people that have lived in their home for a while will note tax increases. This is partly due to the ‘recapture provision’ of Save Our Homes homestead. It’s interesting because the taxable value of my home rose $93, yet my taxes will rise a minimum of $63 to a maximum increase of $113. Huh!!

Here is some great information that the Seminole County Property Appraisers Office put together in regard to taxes, the millage rate, homestead exemption, portability, etc.

Till next time...Marc It Sold!

Monday, August 24, 2009

What Have We Become? – Death Squads!?!

This is just absolutely ridiculous! That we as a society have stooped to this level is abominable. Shame on us! If this is the only way for some to get their point across with misinformation and the selling of fear, then we should be ashamed. What happened to good old debates? Yes, even then each side would have their own slant, but not a total distortion of the facts.

If we took a poll today, I doubt if 50% of the people could accurately relate what ‘end of life counseling’ or ‘single-payer system’ means.

Before we even get into that, what’s being discussed as healthcare reform is in reality health insurance reform. The insurance companies have run amok. I have no problem with a corporation making a profit. That’s capitalism as it should be. But you want to talk about death squads, well they are the real culprits. Insurance companies make life and death decisions about what coverages they will allow us based on the cost-benefit, but not to the insured, to the corporation and of course their good old actuarial tables. Yet, they have deep pockets (profiting from us) and lobbyists so all we are hearing is the rhetoric that they are spewing, which carries very little truth.

Pres. Obama did not say that government would make decisions about who gets care. Actually, quite the opposite. He said, "I don’t want bureaucracies making those decisions." He also said, "The point is we want to use science, we want doctors and medical experts to be making decisions that all too often right now are driven by skewed policies, by outdated means of reimbursement, or by insurance companies."

I think it’s very important for seniors to have counseling in regard to options, especially when it comes to Hospice care. I used them when I knew it was time for my mother. They were there for pain management and their goal was to make her comfortable so she could pass, when the time came, in her own home, not in a hospital bed with strangers, tubes and machines.

Comparing a single-payer system to socialism is absurd. One has absolutely nothing to do with the other. A socialized health care system is one in which all health care facilities and personnel are owned and operated by the government. A single-payer system refers to the funding of health care, not the services rendered. An example of such in the U.S. is Medicare. It is a single-payer system, not socialized medicine.

The difference between our present single-payer system, Medicare, and that of other countries such as a Canada, is that ours is for seniors and the disabled whereas theirs is a universal health care. In simplistic terms, we are just talking about our system, but on a larger scale.

People! Take the initiative to research what is being discussed instead of listening to pundits. It doesn’t take long to Google any of these topics mentioned here. The news is now big entertainment. With the proliferation of all the channels on the television, all these so-called pundits need to attract viewers. The majority can’t do that by just giving us the facts & letting us come to our own conclusions. It’s about sensationalism, whether it be from the right, left or middle.

While researching this post, I came across a very informative site www.FactCheck.org. It is produced by the Annenberg Public Policy Center of the University of Pennsylvania. Want to learn more about Health Care and debunk some of the myths, check it out.

Till next time….Marc It Sold!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 18, 2009

ART, MUSIC, LITERARY & THEATER

SMALL CHANGE

What: screening of the Francois Truffaut film

When: Aug 20 – 7pm

Where: The Painter’s Daughter

331 Donnelly St.

Mount Dora

Cost: Free

Contact: 352-735-3470

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of The Wiz

When: Aug 20 – 8:30pm

Where: Shady Park

crnr New England & Pennsylvania Aves.

next to Winter Park Community Center

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

BICYCLE FILM FESTIVAL

What: various screenings of movies about cyclists

When: Aug 21 - 22

Where: Backbooth

37 W. Pine St.

and

Gallery at Avalon Island

39 S. Magnolia Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: http://www.bicyclefilmfestival.com

MOVIE UNDER THE STARS

What: outdoor screening of Charlotte’s Web

When: Aug 21 – 8pm

Where: Avalon Park Town Center

13001 Founders Square Dr

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-658-6565

www.AvalonPark.com

MOVIE BY THE POOL

What: outdoor screening of Race to Witch Mountain

When: Aug 21 – 8:30pm

Where: Jim Beech Recreation Center

1820 A. D. Mims Rd

Ocoee

Cost: Movie – free; concessions available; pool - $1.25 adults, .75 children

Contact: 407-905-3100

BRIAN TURNER

What: farewell reading by the poet & Kerouac House resident

When: Aug 22 – 8pm

Where: Kerouac House

1418 Clouser Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: www.KerouacProject.org

EASY RIDER 40^TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

What: film screening, barbecue & bikes

When: Aug 23 – 1pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

JUST FOR CHILDREN

DANCE BABY DANCE LUAU

What: for parents & children aged 6 mo – 7 yrs

When: Aug 22 – 2 - 5pm

Where: Rix Lounge at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

1000 W. Buena Vista Drive

Lake Buena Vista

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-832-4814

FUNDRAISERS

17^TH ANNUAL MARCH OF DIMES MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

What: coed teams of 6 – 10 players

When: Aug 22

Where: Lee Vista Center

Lee Vista between Judd Rd & SR 436

Orlando

Cost: team registration $450 til 8/1; $500 after – teams raising over $1500 receive special benefits

Contact: 407-599-5077 x 24

A.U.T.I.S.M.

What: music festival benefitting Autism Speaks

When: Aug 23 – 2pm – 2am

Where: Fusion Ultra Lounge

875 Woodbury Rd.

Orlando

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-281-8987

ETC.

PEACE THROUGH MASS MEDIA

What: Peace University of Mass Communications present a seminar on using media for global conflict resolution

When: Aug 21 – 4 - 8pm

Where: Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

1 Grand Cypress Blvd

Lake Buena Vista

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-239-1234

UNITING FOR AMERICA

What: Activists gather for an evening of patriotism and entertainment featuring Lloyd Marcus & the McPhersons

When: Aug 22 – 6 - 8pm

Where: Lake Eola Park

N. Rosalind Ave. & E. Washington St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-2827

MINI-MEGACON

What: comic book & sci-fi convention

When: Aug 22 – 10am - 7pm

23^rd – 10am – 5pm

Where: Orange County Convention Center

9800 International Drive

Orlando

Cost: Sat - $22; Sun - $19; 2-day pass $36

Contact: 386-364-1826

PRO-HEALTH CARE REFORM RALLY

What: Activists voice their opinion in support of the Congressional health care plan

When: Aug 23 – 4 - 6pm

Where: Orlando City Hall

400 S. Orange Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-246-4279

PLAN AHEAD

POSSIBLE LIVES

What: a Global Lens film screening

When: Aug 28 – 4 & 7pm

30^th – 1:30pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: adults - $12; seniors & students - $11; 17 & under - $8

Contact: 407-896-4231

PLAYDATE ORLANDO

What: board game night for adults

When: Aug 28 – 8pm – 2am

Where: Rix’s Lounge

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

1000 W. Buena Vista Drive

Lake Buena Vista

Cost: $5 - $10 after 9pm; must be over 21

Contact: 407-939-3806

HORSE SHOW

What: presented by the Orlando Arabian Horse Club

When: Aug 29 – 30 - 9am

Where: Clarcona Horseman’s Park

3535 Damon Rd

Apopka

Cost: Free for spectators; concessions & BBQ on 29th

Contact: 321-231-1221

BBQ COOKOFF & FAMILY FESTIVAL

What: 12-15 teams; live music; children’s activities; lunch

When: Aug 29 – 10am – 7pm

Where: Trinity Downtown

123 E. Livingston St.

Orlando

Cost: $10 – all-you-can-eat BBQ wristbands

Contact: 407-295-6269

ACTIVITIES DAY FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

When: Aug 29 – noon - 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-770-7809

LUNA

What: Learn about the interactions between life on Earth and our moon

When: Aug 29 – 8:30pm

Where: Seminole Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY

What: 13 week course to educate citizens about the Sheriff’s Dept. includes demos, tours, q & a – no physical requirements

When: Sept 1 – 6:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Orange County Sheriff’s Office

2500 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free, registrations required, must be 19+ & a background check will be performed

Contact: 407-254-7389

BRAILE TRANSCRIBER

What: 9-month course leading to certification; materials & equipment provided; includes study & exercises at home

When: Tuesdays, Sep 8 – 10 -11am

Where: Braille Assn of Mid-Florida, Inc.

1500 Falcon Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; orientation 9/1 – 10 – 11am

Contact: 407-894-8130

GROWING ORCHIDS

What: with Doug Watson or World Wide Orchids

When: Sept 9 – 10am

Where: Winter Park Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Dr

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

JOB FAIR

What: over 70 employers hosted by the Central Florida Employment Council

When: Sept 9 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free – dress properly; no children; bring resumes

Contact: 407-834-4022

BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN

What: with Dr. Jan Garavaglia, chief medical examiner for Orange & Osceola counties

When: Sept 10 – noon - 1pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – bring your lunch or pre-order for a small charge

Contact: 407-836-7010

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Monday, August 17, 2009

Winter Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Winter Springs is made up of the zip code 32708. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time – in other words, it’s the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it’s specifically indicating which price range is more active.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

The sales to list price ratio is just that, you’re dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood, may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.

Single-Family Homes

32 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $237,318 with 123 days on the market.

The median sales price is $219,900.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $500K in Grand Reserve and was on the market 588 days

The least expensive home sold for $60,000 in North Orlando Terrace after 192 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $315,076 with 128 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 38 sales, an decrease of 16%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 1% and an almost imperceptible decrease in the median sales price. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 37% with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

5 homes sold

The average sales price is $79,727 with 62 days on the market.

The median sales price is $87,136.

The sales to list price ratio is 96%.

The most expensive sold for $100,000 in Barclay Reserve Townhomes and was on the market 24 days.

The least expensive sold for $53,000 in Casa Park Villas after 210 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $172,199 with 81 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 98% on 4 sales, a 25% increase.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 34% and a decrease in the median sales price of 30%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 38% with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Winter Springs and Seminole County real estate and Winter Springs and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Winter Springs and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Winter Springs and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for July 2009. Winter Park is made up of the zip codes of 32789 & 32792. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

53 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $380,267 with 154 days on the market.

The median sales price is $225,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $2.6M in Sicilian Shores after 455 days on the market.

The least expensive home sold for $75,000 after 43 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $524,678 with 210 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 92% and on 50 sales, an increase of 6%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 27% and an increase in the median sales price of 18%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 36% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

15 homes sold

The average sales price was $134,696 with 133 days on the market.

The median sales price was $89,900.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive sold for $465,000 in Casa Jardin Condo and was on the market 300 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $34,000 in The Stratford after 109 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $194,951 with 320 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 89% on 9 sales, an increase of 67%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 11% and an increase in the median sales price of 15%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 7% with a 5% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Winter Park and Seminole and Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Windermere, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Windermere, Orange County, Florida for July 2009. Windermere is made up of the zip code 34786. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

54 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $424,877 with 160 days on the market.

The median sales price is $251,225.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $5M in Isleworth West and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $176,000 in Lakes of Windermere after 179 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $918,168 with 239 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 92% on 36 sales, an increase of 50%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 1% and a decrease in the median sales price of 8%. Yet, there was a decrease in sales volume of 11% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

2 homes sold.

The average sales price is $135,500 with 28 days on the market.

The median sales price is $135,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The more expensive townhome sold for $150,000 in Tennyson Park at Summerport and was on the market 77 days.

The less expensive townhome sold for $121,000 in Lakeside Lakes of Windermere after 45 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $170,872 with 51 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 3 sales, a decrease of 33%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 21% and an increase in the median sales price of 24%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 75% with a 5% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Windermere and Orange County real estate and Windermere and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Windermere and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Windermere and Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

346 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $226,518 with 126 days on the market.

The median sales price is $190,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $1.06M in Alaqua Lakes in Longwood and was on the market 74 days.

The least expensive home sold for $9,000 in Buena Vista Estates in Sanford after 363 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $301,744 with 152 days on the market and on 291 sales an increase of 19%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 5% and a decrease in the median sales price of 4%. There was an increase in sales volume of 2% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

136 homes sold

The average sales price was $83,054 with 114 days on the market.

The median sales price was $64,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 96%.

The most expensive condo sold for $270,000 at Lotus Vista in Altamonte Springs and was on the market 150 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $21,000 at Cabana Key in Casselberry after 21 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $162,017 with 113 days on the market on 61 sales, an increase of 137%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 2% and no change in the median sales price. There was also an increase in sales volume of 36% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Seminole County real estate and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Sanford, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Sanford, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Sanford is made up of the zip codes of 32773 & 32771. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

66 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $194,105 with 13+ days on the market.

The median sales price is $164,929.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $937,000 in the Lake Forest and was on the market 188 days.

The least expensive home sold for $9,000 in Buena Vista Estates after 363 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $237,300 with 131 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 42 sales, an increase of 57%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 19% and an increase in the median sales price of 15%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 22% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

23 homes sold

The average sales price was $115,438 with 135 days on the market.

The median sales price was $119,900.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive condo sold for $215,000 in Gateway at Riverwalk and was new construction.

The least expensive townhome sold for $37,000 in Pine Ridge Club after 152 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $164,612 with 183 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 13 sales, an increase of 77%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 8% and an increase in the median sales price of 45%. There was an increase in sales volume of 44% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Sanford and Seminole County real estate and Sanford and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Sanford and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Sanford and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Oviedo, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Oviedo is made up of the zip codes of 32765 & 32766, which is partly considered Chuluota. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

68 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $245,642 with 110 days on the market.

The median sales price is $226,750.

The sales to list price ratio is 92%.

The most expensive home sold for $675,000 in Kingsbridge West and was on the market 59 days

The least expensive home sold for $70,000 in Midway with 88 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $311,332 with 174 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 77 sales, a 12% decrease.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 5% and a decrease in the median sales price of 12%. There was also an increase in sales volume of 11% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

18 homes sold

The average sales price was $98,073 with 106 days on the market.

The median sales price was $78,500.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $193,000 in Stratford Green and was on the market 238 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $25,000 in Villas at Lakeside after 72 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $194,219 with 100 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 93% on 10 sales, an increase of 80%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 37% and an increase in the median sales price of 43%. There was an increase in sales volume of 13% with 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

All but 4 units sold in Villas at Lakeside with the most expensive being a 3 bedroom unit selling for $68K.

For information on Oviedo and Seminole County real estate and Oviedo and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Oviedo and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Oviedo and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Orlando, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Orlando, Orange County, Florida for July 2009. Orlando is made up of a multitude of zip codes. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

737 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $175,749 with 133 days on the market.

The median sales price is $150,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive home sold for $3.075M in Cypress Point and was on the market 53 days.

The least expensive home sold for $9,048 in Catalina Park after 399 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $245,744 with 127 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 485 sales, an increase of 52%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 10% and an increase in the median sales price of 6%. Yet, there was an increase in the sales volume of 8% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

365 homes sold

The average sales price was $70,801 with 115 days on the market.

The median sales price was $52,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 101%.

The most expensive sold for $412,500 in Wellesley Condo and was on the market 474 days.

The least expensive sold for $9,900 in Avalon Condo and was on the market for 105 days.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $164,596 with 118 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 136 sales, an increase of 168%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 7% and a decrease in the median sales price of 10%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 11% with 4% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Orlando Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Orange County, Florida for July 2009. The major city in Orange County is Orlando. For purposes of this analysis we are splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

1059 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $201,547 with 131 days on the market.

The median sales price is $165,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%

The most expensive home sold for $5M in Isleworth West in Windermere and was new construction.

The least expensive home sold for $9,048 in Catalina Park in Orlando after 399 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $307,862 with 157 days on the market on 655 sales, a 62% increase.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 5% and an increase in the median sales price of 1%. There was an increase in sales volume of 7% with no change in the sales to list price.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

405 homes sold.

The average sales price was $75,493 with 116 days on the market.

The median sales price was $55,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 100%

The most expensive sold for $465,000 in Wellesley Condo in Orlando and was on the market 759 days.

The least expensive sold for $9,900 in Avalon Condo in Orlando and was on the market for 105 days.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $166,772 with 146 days on the market on 162 sales, an increase of 150%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 4% and a decrease in the median sales price of 8%. There was a decrease in sales volume of less than 12% with a 3% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Orange and Seminole County real estate and Orange and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Orange and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Orange and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for July 2009. Maitland is made up of the zip code 32751. For purposes of this analysis we will be splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

20 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $364,137 with 104 days on the market.

The median sales price is $290,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 91%.

The most expensive home sold for $995K in Ford & Warren Subdivision and was on the market 64 days

The least expensive home sold for $28,900 in Maitland Forest after 31 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $294,068 with 151 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 16 sales.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 6% with an increase in the median sales price of 10%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 20% with a 2% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

11 homes sold

The average sales price is $109,005 with 128 days on the market.

The median sales price is $83,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 99%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $249,900 in Maitland Village and was on the market 13 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $21,501 in Carrington Park after 89 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $141,225 with 36 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 4 sales, a 175% increase.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 75% with an increase in the median sales price of 63%. There was a 15% decrease in sales volume with a 8% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Maitland and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Maitland and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Maitland and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Maitland and Seminole and Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Longwood, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Longwood, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Longwood is made up of the zip codes of 32779 & 32750. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

41 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $292,741 with 150 days on the market.

The median sales price is $250,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $1.06M in Alaqua Lakes and was on the market 74 days..

The least expensive home sold for $59,000 in Country Club Heights after 116 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $430,800 with 171 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 38 sales, an increase of 8%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of less than 1% and an increase in the median sales price of 14%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 20% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

8 homes sold

The average sales price is $84,375 with 143 days on the market.

The median sales price is $55,750.

The sales to list price ratio is 95%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $158,900 in Governors Point and was on the market 49 days.

The least expensive townhome sold for $27,000 in Westlake Manor after 255 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $175,000 with 359 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 2 sales, an increase of 300%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 31% and an decrease in the median sales price of 5%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 33% with a 15% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Longwood and Seminole County real estate and Longwood and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Longwood and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Longwood and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Lake Mary, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Lake Mary, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Lake Mary is made up of the zip code 32746. For purposes of this analysis we will be splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

46 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $319,715 with 144 days on the market.

The median sales price is $285,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 94%.

The most expensive home sold for $770K in Heathrow and was on the market 147 days.

The least expensive home sold for $125,000 in Lakewood at the Crossings after 315 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $375,312 with 176 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 33 sales an increase of 39%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of less than 1% and an increase in the median sales price of 3%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 2% with no change in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

22 homes sold

The average sales price was $82,825 with 112 days on the market.

The median sales price was $67,250.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The most expensive townhome sold for $164,990 in Lake Mary Landings and was new construction.

The least expensive condo sold for $35,000 in Notting Hill after 82 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $201,516 with 148 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 98% on 11 sales, an increase of 100%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 5% and a decrease in the median sales price of less than 1%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 8% with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Lake Mary and Seminole County real estate and Lake Mary and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Lake Mary and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Lake Mary and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Casselberry, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Casselberry, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Casselberry is made up of the zip codes 32707 and 32730. For purposes of this analysis we will be splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

Single-Family Homes

37 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $148,721 with 110 days on the market.

The median sales price is $150,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 93%.

The most expensive home sold for $265,000 in Watts Farms and was on the market 286 days

The least expensive home sold for $63,000 in Summerset North after 180 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $207,934 with 139 days on the market on 23 sales, an increase of 61%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 6% and an increase in the median sales price of 8%. There was an increase in sales volume of 76% with a 4% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

10 homes sold

The average sales price is $61,660 with 64 days on the market.

The median sales price is $44,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 89%.

The most expensive sold for $139,000 in Villas at Deer Run and was on the market 148 days

The least expensive condo sold for $21,000 in Cabana Key after 110 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $122,540 with 142 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 96% on 5 sales, an increase of 100%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 13% and a decrease in the median sales price of 43%. There was an increase in sales volume of 25% with a 2% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Casselberry and Seminole County real estate and Casselberry and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Casselberry and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Casselberry and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

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Apopka, Seminole & Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Apopka, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for July 2009. Apopka is made up of the zip codes of 32703 & 32712. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Single-Family Homes

87 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $139,697 with 97 days on the market.

The median sales price is $139,900.

The sales to list price ratio is 99%.

The most expensive home sold for $350,000 in Near Camp Wewa and was on the market 81 days

The least expensive home sold for $11,000 in Oak Lawn after 196 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $228,079 with 238 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 58 sales, an increase of 50%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 12% and a decrease in the median sales price of 11%. Yet, there was an increase in sales volume of 19% with a 5% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

2 homes sold

The average sales price is $105,000 with 152 days on the market.

The median sales price is $105,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 83%.

The more expensive sold for $130,000 in Wekiva Park Townhomes and was on the market 125 days

The less expensive townhome sold for $80,000 in Wekiva Reserve after 236 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $129,900 with 179 days on the market on 1 sale, a 100% increase.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 14% and an increase in the median sales price of 14%. Yet, there was no change in sales volume with a 6% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Apopka and Seminole and Orange County real estate and Apopka and Seminole and Orange County homes for sale in addition to Apopka and Seminole and Orange County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Apopka and Seminole & Orange County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

The following are the market sales statistics for Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida for July 2009. Altamonte Springs is made up of the zip codes of 32701 & 32714. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.

The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.

There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.

Single-Family Homes

30 homes sold during the month of July.

The average sales price is $150,627 with 107 days on the market.

The median sales price is $152,250.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The most expensive home sold for $230K in the Glens at Country Creek and was on the market 141 days

The least expensive home sold for $53,500 in Goldie Manor after 251 days on the market.

The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $216,332 with 175 days on the market with a sales to list ration of 94% on 17 sales, an increase of 76%.

The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 24% and a decrease in the median sales price of 1%. There was an increase in sales volume of 25% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.

Condos, Townhomes & Villas

38 homes sold

The average sales price was $65,388 with 119 days on the market.

The median sales price was $49,000.

The sales to list price ratio is 97%.

The most expensive condo sold for $270,000 in Lotus Vista Condo and was on the market 150 days.

The least expensive condo sold for $23,050 in Waterside at Cranes Roost Condo after 43 days on the market.

The average sales price a year earlier was $127,746 with 76 days on the market with a sales to list price ratio of 91% on 15 sales, an increase of 153%.

The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 17% and an increase in the median sales price of 14%. There was a 15% increase in sales volume with a 1% increase in the sales to list price ratio.

For information on Altamonte Springs and Seminole County real estate and Altamonte Springs and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Altamonte Springs and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Altamonte Springs and Seminole County Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 12, 2009

ART, MUSIC, LITERARY & THEATER

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of The Pink Panther Strikes Again

When: Aug 13 – 8:30pm

Where: Central Park Stage

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-1088

BARE

What: Student directed and produced performance of the rock musical about the trials of Catholic school students

When: Aug 14 & 15 – 3 & 8pm

Where: Orlando Repertory Theatre

1001 E. Princeton St.

Orlando

Cost: $10

Contact: 407-896-7365

MUTUM

What: a ‘Global Lens’ screening

When: Aug 14 – 4 & 7pm

16^th – 1:30pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N Mills Ave

Orlando

Cost: $12 adults; $11 seniors & students; $8 17 & under

Contact: 407-896-4231

MOVIES ON THE PLAZA

What: outdoor screening of Veggie Tales: The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything

When: Aug 14 – 8pm

Where: Knight’s Plaza @ UCF Arena

N. Gemini Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-823-3070

JOHNNY DEPP WEEKEND

What: screening of Edward Scissorhands (Friday), Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (Saturday) and Corpse Bride (Sunday)

When: Aug 14 & 15 – 8pm

16^th – 2pm

Where: Garden Theatre

160 W. Plant St.

Winter Garden

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-877-4736

AN EVENING WITH JACK KEROUAC: END OF THE ROAD

What: tragic life of the Beat poet played by David A. McElroy in a one-man show penned by McElroy and Steve A. Rowell

When: Aug 14, 15 &16 – 8pm

Where: Stardust Video & Coffee

1842 E. Winter Park Rd.

Winter Park

Cost: $15

Contact: 407-623-3393

EUGENE ONEGIN

What: Tchaikovsky's operatic translation of Aleksandr Pushkin's dramatic novel

When: Aug 15 – noon

17^th – 8pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $20

Contact: 407-629-0054

www.Enzian.org

MAITLAND POETS & WRITERS

What: readings by featured poets

When: Aug 16 – 10:45am

Where: Farmer’s Market State

Lake Lily Park

840 Lake Lily Drive

Maitland

Cost: Free

JUST FOR CHILDREN

PLAY-O-RAMA

What: ‘end of summer’ party with stories & crafts

When: Aug 15 – 3pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

www.ocls.info

NATURE – ENVIRONMENT

FALL VEGETABLE GARDENING

What: with Ed Thralls from the Orange County Extension Office

When: Aug 14 – 1:30pm

Where: Maitland Public Library

501 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: Free – registration required

Contact: 407-647-7700

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM

When: Tuesdays, Aug 18 - Nov. 17 – 8:30am - 4:30pm

Where: Orange County Extension Education Center

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando

Cost: $75

Contact: 407-254-9200

FUNDRAISERS

WINE FOR WHISKERS

What: Food and wine sampling event with live music and raffles to benefit the SPCA of Central Florida

When: Aug 13 – 5:30pm

Where: Orlando Marriott Downtown

400 W. Livingston St.

Orlando

Cost: $40 - 45

Contact: 407-351-7722

BAG LADY BRUNCH

What: Bring a bag and get a preview of new fashions from local boutiques, all to benefit the Make-a-Wish Foundation of Central and Northern Florida

When: Aug 14 – 11am - 2pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $65

Contact: 407-246-2620

RUN FOR SCIENCE

What: 5K to benefit the Orlando Science Center

When: Aug 15 – 7:30am

Where: Loch Haven Park

2416 N. Mills Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $22 - 30

TEQUILA TASTING FUNDRAISER

What: Tequila connoisseurs answer questions about the spirit to help raise money and supplies for a Gift for Teaching

When: Aug 15 – 7:30 – 10:30pm

Where: Cantina Laredo

8000 Via Dellagio

Orlando

Cost: $20

Contact: 941-780-4603

ETC.

STOP INTERNET PREDATORS

What: safety, education & presentation by Attorney General’s CyberCrime Unit & non-profit

When: Aug 13 – 6pm

Where: Orange County Educational Leadership Center

445 W. Amelia St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

BEACH PARTY

What: live music, vendors & kids activities

When: Aug 14 – 7 - 10pm

Where: St. Cloud Lakefront

Lakeshore Blvd.

St. Cloud

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-498-0008

FAMILY DATE NIGHT GAME TIME

When: Aug 14 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – members; non-members - $7 adults; $5 children 12 & younger

Contact: 407-836-8580

ANTIQUE TOOL SHOW & SALE

What: Mid-West Tool Collectors Assn & Maitland Historical Society

When: Aug 15 – 8am - 3pm

Where: Maitland Civic Center

641 S. Maitland Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $2

Contact: 407-365-4686

HEALTH FAIR

What: tests & information on diabetes, hypertension & childhood obesity

When: Aug 15 – 9am - noon

Where: Wayne Densch YMCA

870 N. Hastings St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-895-8660

CITY OF CASSELBERRY COUNTRY CONCERT

What: Performances by Kingbilly and the UCF Country Kickers, as well as mechanical bull rides, a karoake contest, barbecue and more When: Aug 15 – 6 – 9pm

Where: Casselberry City Hall

95 N. Lake Triplett Dr

Casselberry

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-262-7720

ALLERGY ELIMINATION

What: learn simple steps to eliminate some allergens from your home

When: Aug 17 – 6:30pm

Where: Herndon Library

4324 E. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

PLAN AHEAD

SMALL CHANGE

What: screening of the Francois Truffaut film

When: Aug 20 – 7pm

Where: The Painter’s Daughter

331 Donnelly St.

Mount Dora

Cost: Free

Contact: 352-735-3470

17^TH ANNUAL MARCH OF DIMES MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

What: coed teams of 6 – 10 players

When: Aug 22

Where: Lee Vista Center

Lee Vista between Judd Rd & SR 436

Orlando

Cost: team registration $450 til 8/1; $500 after – teams raising over $1500 receive special benefits

Contact: 407-599-5077 x 24

MINI-MEGACON

What: comic book & sci-fi convention

When: Aug 22 – 10am - 7pm

23^rd – 10am – 5pm

Where: Orange County Convention Center

9800 International Drive

Orlando

Cost: Sat - $22; Sun - $19; 2-day pass $36

Contact: 386-364-1826

BRIAN TURNER

What: farewell reading by the poet & Kerouac House resident

When: Aug 22 – 8pm

Where: Kerouac House

1418 Clouser Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: www.KerouacProject.org

PLAYDATE ORLANDO

What: board game night for adults

When: Aug 28 – 8pm – 2am

Where: Rix’s Lounge

Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort

1000 W. Buena Vista Drive

Lake Buena Vista

Cost: $5 - $10 after 9pm; must be over 21

Contact: 407-939-3806

ACTIVITIES DAY FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

When: Aug 29 – noon - 5pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-770-7809

LUNA

What: Learn about the interactions between life on Earth and our moon

When: Aug 29 – 8:30pm

Where: Seminole Community College Planetarium

100 Weldon Blvd.

Sanford

Cost: $6

Contact: 407-708-2360

CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY

What: 13 week course to educate citizens about the Sheriff’s Dept. includes demos, tours, q & a – no physical requirements

When: Sept 1 – 6:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Orange County Sheriff’s Office

2500 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free, registrations required, must be 19+ & a background check will be performed

Contact: 407-254-7389

BRAILE TRANSCRIBER

What: 9-month course leading to certification; materials & equipment provided; includes study & exercises at home

When: Tuesdays, Sep 8 – 10 -11am

Where: Braille Assn of Mid-Florida, Inc.

1500 Falcon Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; orientation 9/1 – 10 – 11am

Contact: 407-894-8130

GROWING ORCHIDS

What: with Doug Watson or World Wide Orchids

When: Sept 9 – 10am

Where: Winter Park Garden Club

1300 S. Denning Dr

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-644-5770

JOB FAIR

What: over 70 employers hosted by the Central Florida Employment Council

When: Sept 9 – noon - 4pm

Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds

4603 W. Colonial Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free – dress properly; no children; bring resumes

Contact: 407-834-4022

BROWN BAG LUNCH & LEARN

What: with Dr. Jan Garavaglia, chief medical examiner for Orange & Osceola counties

When: Sept 10 – noon - 1pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – bring your lunch or pre-order for a small charge

Contact: 407-836-7010

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 4, 2005

ART, MUSIC, LITERARY & THEATER

ORSON WELLES’ WAR OF THE WORLDS

What: recreating Welles’ 1938 broadcast

When: July 31 - Aug 9

Fri & Sat – 8pm

Sun – 7pm

Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center

812 E. Rollins St.

Orlando

Cost: $12

Contact: 407-447-1700

ART SHO: SAVE THE ARTS SAVE THE WORLD ART SUPPLY DRIVE

What: Simply Help Others Foundation collects art supplies for schools while displaying a mix of works from local artists

When: Aug 7 – 7 - 11pm

Where: Winter Park Lofts

520 N. Orlando Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $10 or $5 w/supply donation

Contact: www.SHOFoundation.org

TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA: THE MUSICAL

What: toe-tapping version of Shakespeare's comedy

When: Aug 7 – 7pm

8^th – 7pm

9^th – 2pm

Where: Lowndes Shakespeare Center

812 E. Rollins St.

Orlando

Cost: $10 donation

Contact: 407-447-1700

DATE NIGHT AT LEU GARDENS

What: outdoor screening of Breakfast at Tiffany’s

When: Aug 7 – 8:30pm

Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens

1920 N. Forest Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $7 adults; $2 children

Contact: 407-246-2620

CHICK O’BRIEN

What: discussion with the author of Dierdre: A Woman From Clare

When: Aug 8 – 12:30pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

www.ocls.info

CHIAROSCURO: DARK AND LIGHT RECEPTION

What: Women’s Caucus for the Arts presents a collection of works featuring bold contrasts

When: Aug 8 – 7pm

Where: Casselberry City Hall

95 N. Triplet Lake Drive

Casselberry

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-262-7720

THE LAST JAM

What: Music from the winner of the Battle of the Bands, plus dancing, games and more

When: Aug 8 – 7pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7481

www.ocls.info

FILM SLAM

What: Indie and student filmmakers present short works, the audience selects winners

When: Aug 9 – 1pm

Where: Enzian Theater

1300 S. Orlando Ave.

Maitland

Cost: $5

Contact: 407-629-1088

www.Enzian.org

JUST FOR CHILDREN

ADVENTURE NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM CAMP-IN

What: for ages 5 -11 - explore ancient Egypt; discover dinosaurs; investigate cowboys & Indians

When: Aug 8 – 7pm – Aug. 9 – 8am

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: $25 for children of members; $35 non-members – bring a sleeping bag & pillow; evening snack & breakfast served

Contact: 407-836-8580

FOOD & WINE

NATURE – ENVIRONMENT

FUNDRAISERS

CHARITY HAPPY HOUR

What: Mel Taylor raises money for Team for Kids by offering unlimited wine and appetizers

When: Aug 6 – 5:30 – 7:30pm

Where: Urban Flats

183 S. Orange Ave.

Orlando

Cost: $20

Contact: 321-332-6809

www.UrbanFlats.net

A NIGHT WITH THE DOLLY MAMAS

What: costume party & wine tasting benefitting Easter Seals of Central Florida

When: Aug 7 – 5 - 8pm

Where: Bullfish

102 N. Park Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $25 advance; $40 at the door

Contact: 407-644-2969

CUP-A-THON BENEFIT

What: clay cups, chalices, goblets, tumblers, mugs & bowls by artists & faculty to benefit the school

When: Aug 7 – 7 - 10pm

8^th – 11am – 2pm & 7 – 10pm

Where: Showalter Hughes Gallery

Crealde School of Art

600 St. Andrews Blvd.

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-671-1886

BOWLING FOR CHARITY

What: bowling & raffle benefitting Gold Coast Greyhound Adoptions

When: Aug 8 – 3pm

Where: Winter Park Bowl America

1111 W. Fairbanks Ave.

Winter Park

Cost: $15

Contact: 407-620-8906

ETC.

SOCIAL JUSTICE MIXER

What: Community Partners for Social Justice invite the public to learn about their organization and issues facing the community

When: Aug 6 – 6 -9pm

Where: Orlando Marriott Downtown

400 W. Livingston St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-843-6664

PAMPERED PET EXPO

What: Vendors and information on the latest ways to spoil your furriest friends

When: Aug 7 – 4 – 9pm

8^th – 10am – 7pm

9^th – 10am – 5pm

Where: Orange County Convention Center

9800 International Drive

Orlando

Cost: $10 - 12

Contact: 407-345-9800

NEON DANCE FOR ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

What: special dance for adults with disabilities

When: Aug 7 – 6 - 9pm

Where: Loch Haven Park Neighborhood Center

610 N. Lake Formosa Dr.

Orlando

Cost: $1

Contact: 407-896-9372

BACK TO SCHOOL BASH

What: A number of Orange County charities and organizations invite families and students to peruse vendors, health and information booths to get ready for the coming school year

When: Aug 8 – 10am - 4pm

Where: Amway Arena

600 W. Amelia St.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-849-2020

PLAN AHEAD

POPCORN FLICKS

What: outdoor screening of The Pink Panther Strikes Again

When: Aug 13 – 8:30pm

Where: Central Park Stage

Park Avenue

Winter Park

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-629-1088

MUTUM

What: a ‘Global Lens’ screening

When: Aug 14 – 4 & 7pm

16^th – 1:30pm

Where: Orlando Museum of Art

2416 N Mills Ave

Orlando

Cost: $12 adults; $11 seniors & students; $8 17 & under

Contact: 407-896-4231

BEACH PARTY

What: live music, vendors & kids activities

When: Aug 14 – 7 - 10pm

Where: St. Cloud Lakefront

Lakeshore Blvd.

St. Cloud

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-498-0008

FAMILY DATE NIGHT GAME TIME

When: Aug 14 – 7 - 9pm

Where: Orange County Regional History Center

65 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free – members; non-members - $7 adults; $5 children 12 & younger

Contact: 407-836-8580

MOVIES ON THE PLAZA

What: outdoor screening of Veggie Tales: The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything

When: Aug 14 – 8pm

Where: Knight’s Plaza @ UCF Arena

N. Gemini Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-823-3070

PLAY-O-RAMA

What: ‘end of summer’ party with stories & crafts

When: Aug 15 – 3pm

Where: Orlando Public Library

101 E. Central Blvd.

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: 407-835-7480

www.ocls.info

MAITLAND POETS & WRITERS

What: readings by featured poets

When: Aug 16 – 10:45am

Where: Farmer’s Market State

Lake Lily Park

840 Lake Lily Drive

Maitland

Cost: Free

MASTER GARDENER PROGRAM

When: Tuesdays, Aug 18 - Nov. 17 – 8:30am - 4:30pm

Where: Orange County Extension Education Center

6021 S. Conway Rd.

Orlando

Cost: $75

Contact: 407-254-9200

SMALL CHANGE

What: screening of the Francois Truffaut film

When: Aug 20 – 7pm

Where: The Painter’s Daughter

331 Donnelly St.

Mount Dora

Cost: Free

Contact: 352-735-3470

17^TH ANNUAL MARCH OF DIMES MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

What: coed teams of 6 – 10 players

When: Aug 22

Where: Lee Vista Center

Lee Vista between Judd Rd & SR 436

Orlando

Cost: team registration $450 til 8/1; $500 after – teams raising over $1500 receive special benefits

Contact: 407-599-5077 x 24

BRIAN TURNER

What: farewell reading by the poet & Kerouac House resident

When: Aug 22 – 8pm

Where: Kerouac House

1418 Clouser Ave

Orlando

Cost: Free

Contact: www.KerouacProject.org

CIVILIAN POLICE ACADEMY

What: 13 week course to educate citizens about the Sheriff’s Dept. includes demos, tours, q & a – no physical requirements

When: Sept 1 – 6:30 – 9:30pm

Where: Orange County Sheriff’s Office

2500 W. Colonial Dr.

Orlando

Cost: Free, registrations required, must be 19+ & a background check will be performed

Contact: 407-254-7389

BRAILE TRANSCRIBER

What: 9-month course leading to certification; materials & equipment provided; includes study & exercises at home

When: Tuesdays, Sep 8 – 10 -11am

Where: Braille Assn of Mid-Florida, Inc.

1500 Falcon Drive

Orlando

Cost: Free; orientation 9/1 – 10 – 11am

Contact: 407-894-8130

To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.

Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034

You can read Marc’s other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker

Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.

Marc It Sold!

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 26, 2009

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

5 Simple Landscape Ideas That Say - WOW!!

Numbers, Numbers & More Numbers – A Mixed Bag

Property Taxes - Investment vs. Homestead

Monday, August 24, 2009

What Have We Become? – Death Squads!?!

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 18, 2009

Monday, August 17, 2009

Winter Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Windermere, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Sanford, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Oviedo, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Orlando, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Longwood, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Lake Mary, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Casselberry, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Apopka, Seminole & Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for July ‘09

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 12, 2009

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

What’s Happening in Central Florida - August 4, 2005

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