http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com This feed contains recent stories from http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com. en-us 2012 Tue, 22 May 2012 12:02:52 EST http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/MUSIC-IN-THE-PARK-HEATHROW-FLORIDA-1-2430.html Bring your picnic meals and stretch out on the lawns at Sawyer Lake Park and enjoy music by Diamond Jack and his band in a Neil Diamond Tribute. The residents of Heathrow Florida are invited to this years annual Music In The Park on Sunday April 15 2012 from 5pm to 8pm. Admission is free to all residents of Heathrow. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:03:50 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/MUSIC-IN-THE-PARK-HEATHROW-FLORIDA-1-2430.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/TIPS-FOR-HOME-BUYING-IN-LAKE-MARY-AND-SANFORD-FLORIDA-USE-THESE-FIVE-TIPS-TO-STREAMLINE-YOUR-SEARCH-1-2222.html If you are like 90 of the buyers in the Lake Mary or Sanford market right now your first foray into finding your home will be via the internet. Use these five tips to help streamline your search. Wed, 30 Nov 2011 09:35:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/TIPS-FOR-HOME-BUYING-IN-LAKE-MARY-AND-SANFORD-FLORIDA-USE-THESE-FIVE-TIPS-TO-STREAMLINE-YOUR-SEARCH-1-2222.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Heathrow-Florida-Funival-Date-Announced---Heathrow-Florida-Events---Heathrow-Florida-Residence---Resident-of-Heathrow-Florida-1-2199.html The Heathrow Funival is free and open to all Heathrow residents and their families. In order to guarantee enough food and drinks for all residents are asked to register in advance by November 4th. For more information Tue, 25 Oct 2011 07:55:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Heathrow-Florida-Funival-Date-Announced---Heathrow-Florida-Events---Heathrow-Florida-Residence---Resident-of-Heathrow-Florida-1-2199.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/TIPS-FOR-PRICING-YOUR-HEATHROW-FLORIDA--LAKE-MARY-FLORIDA-OR-SANFORD-FLORIDA-HOME-TO-SELL-1-2174.html THE STAGNANT MASS is what the real estate industry typically refers to homes which have been listed for sale on the Heathrow Florida Lake Mary Florida or Sanford Florida market for an extended period of time and have still not sold. Over time in any market a buyers or sellers market properties flow in are sold and flow out. However there is always a segment of the inflow which sinks to the bottom and sit. The usual culprit is overpricing. Many sellers like to try and price their Sun, 02 Oct 2011 18:21:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/TIPS-FOR-PRICING-YOUR-HEATHROW-FLORIDA--LAKE-MARY-FLORIDA-OR-SANFORD-FLORIDA-HOME-TO-SELL-1-2174.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Condos---Lake-Mary-Florida-Rental-Properties---Sanford-Florida-Condos---Sanford-Florida-Homes-for-Sale-1-2142.html Whether its in the communities of Heathrow Magnolia Plantation or River Crest or over in Celery Key Celery Estates or Chase Groves Buyers will tell you that they bought their waterfront property for the wonderful views and direct access. Despite the these some will tell you that they should have considered more of the issues before buying where they did. Dont make same mistakes. Lake Mary Florida and Sanford Florida waterfront property can be great to own but take into consideration these tips and make your offer contingent on much of what follows. Wed, 07 Sep 2011 13:50:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Condos---Lake-Mary-Florida-Rental-Properties---Sanford-Florida-Condos---Sanford-Florida-Homes-for-Sale-1-2142.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Housing-Market-For-July-2011-1-2094.html July 2011 The latest data are in for Central Florida. Here are the highlights taken from the Orlando Realtor Regional Board for July 2011 InventoryAgain the downward trend of inventory continues Currently there are now only 10349 housing units on the market through the Orlando Regional Multiple Listing Service a drop of more than 1100 units from Aprils 11480 and 210 fewer homes than were available last month. This equates to a 53 drop in inventory from a year ago. Last year at this time there were 16563 homes on the market. For comparisons last June there were Tue, 16 Aug 2011 07:05:44 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Housing-Market-For-July-2011-1-2094.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate---Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-1-2008.html A Buyers Market doesnt mean that buying a home will be easy. It simply means there are more homes on the market than buyers. The most desirable homes will still sell and can still receive multiple offers. Use these three tips from Pointe Central Florida Realty to help your offer stand apart Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:20:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate---Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-1-2008.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Properties-for-Sale-in-Heathrow-Florida---Heathrow-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Heathrow-Florida-Homes-1-1925.html JUST LISTED This is the LOWEST PRICED HOME in all of Heathrow Woods Florida You will enjoy the privacy afforded by this secluded waterfront estate. Located in the prestigious upscale guard gated community of Heathrow Woods - one of the most desirable neighborhoods in Seminole County Floridas Markham Woods Road corridor. This home boasts 5 large bedrooms and 5 full baths with a three car garage and circular drive. Plenty of extra Thu, 07 Apr 2011 10:35:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Properties-for-Sale-in-Heathrow-Florida---Heathrow-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Heathrow-Florida-Homes-1-1925.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Buying-a-Home-in-Central-Florida--Buying-a-Home-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Buying-a-Home-in-Orlando-Florida-1-1924.html nbspnbspFLORIDA HOMEBUYING - GET YOUR PRIORITIES IN ORDER Buying a Home in Central Orlando or Lake Mary FloridanbspnbspWith so many ... Wed, 06 Apr 2011 10:45:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Buying-a-Home-in-Central-Florida--Buying-a-Home-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Buying-a-Home-in-Orlando-Florida-1-1924.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Foreclosures---Lake-Mary-Florida-Foreclosures---Central-Florida-Foreclosures---Foreclosures-in-Orlando--Lake-Mary-and-Central-Florida-1-1807.html The latest numbers show that foreclosures continue to increase in most U. S. metro areas including those previously unaffected such as Houston and Chicago. Houstons metro area jumped 26 percent over 2009. Chicago posted a 20 percent rise. The driving force is no longer high prices and adjusting mortgages but rather plain old economics a down economy and the unemployment that goes with it.A few tips when trying to buy a foreclosure Fri, 28 Jan 2011 10:05:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Foreclosures---Lake-Mary-Florida-Foreclosures---Central-Florida-Foreclosures---Foreclosures-in-Orlando--Lake-Mary-and-Central-Florida-1-1807.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Housing-Market---Foreclosures-in-Orlando-Florida---Homes-for-Sale-in-Orlando-Florida---Orlando-Florida-Properties-1-1785.html The latest data for the Orlando Florida Regional Housing Market is in covering Seminole Orange Lake and Osceola counties. The data shows that many of the positive trends - such as a further reduction in inventory and a stabalization of prices continued into December 2010. Overall the number of sales of homes was up from last year. We have prepared a report with all of the information. Get the full report by clicking here . Mon, 17 Jan 2011 12:30:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Housing-Market---Foreclosures-in-Orlando-Florida---Homes-for-Sale-in-Orlando-Florida---Orlando-Florida-Properties-1-1785.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Buying-a-Foreclosure-in-Central-Florida---Orlando-Florida-Foreclosures---Foreclosure-Properties-in-Lake-Mary-Florida-1-1748.html In todays market everyone is looking for a deal and often those deals come in the form of a foreclosure. These properties are also known as lender-owned or bank-owned and are sometimes referred to by lenders and banks as REO for Real Estate Owned. Here in Central Florida statistically bank-owned properties sell for the lowest price on average.... Wed, 15 Dec 2010 08:50:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Buying-a-Foreclosure-in-Central-Florida---Orlando-Florida-Foreclosures---Foreclosure-Properties-in-Lake-Mary-Florida-1-1748.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/The-Latest-Trends-for-Orlando-s-Housing-Market-Are-In---October-2010-1-1721.html The latest statistics and other relevant data for the Orlando area are in and available Inventories have dropped but so has the pace of sales. The median price in Orlando remains unchanged. Short Sales and Bank Owned properties continue to dominate. Get in on the latest. Mon, 15 Nov 2010 11:22:03 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/The-Latest-Trends-for-Orlando-s-Housing-Market-Are-In---October-2010-1-1721.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Realtors-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Property-Pricing-and-Information-on-Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate---Houses-for-Sale-in-Lake-Mary-Florida-1-1706.html Buy on fear and Sell on greed. Think like a contrarian. Buy low Sell High. These mantras are often repeated in various ways when talk of timing the market arises. While nearly everyone agrees with them only a select few ever act on them. Tue, 02 Nov 2010 08:50:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Realtors-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Property-Pricing-and-Information-on-Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate---Houses-for-Sale-in-Lake-Mary-Florida-1-1706.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Lake-Mary-Florida-Investment-Properties---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate-Agents-1-1692.html What is Depreciation Depreciation is simply the taking of a fictitious expense each year which when added up should equal the cost of replacing the item depreciated. There are many methods of depreciation depending upon the allowable tax code rules then in effect the accounting practices then in effect and the nature of the item being depreciated. This article does not address Section 179 issues wherein certain large ticket items can be expensed in a single year. Wed, 27 Oct 2010 16:20:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Lake-Mary-Florida-Homes-for-Sale---Lake-Mary-Florida-Investment-Properties---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate-Agents-1-1692.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Homes-for-Sale-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Housing-information-for-Lake-Mary-Florida-Properties---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate-1-1686.html When putting together a proforma for a potential investment the reserves or repair and replacements is one of the most overlooked and underestimated components. Unfortunately this is a component that can sink an investment and this isnt realized until it is far too late. Dont make this mistake. Thu, 21 Oct 2010 15:20:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Homes-for-Sale-in-Lake-Mary-Florida---Housing-information-for-Lake-Mary-Florida-Properties---Lake-Mary-Florida-Real-Estate-1-1686.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Central-Florida-Real-Estate-Investors---Homes-for-Sale-In-Central-Florida---Central-Florida-Realtor---Central-Florida-Housing-1-1680.html The most common method of determining the value of an investment property and thus how much to offer is by determining the Cap Rate and applying it to desired returns. The method is rather simple and can be done quickly in a matter of minutes if you know the facts. Many investors have a simple spreadsheet ready for data insertion. Sun, 17 Oct 2010 18:25:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Central-Florida-Real-Estate-Investors---Homes-for-Sale-In-Central-Florida---Central-Florida-Realtor---Central-Florida-Housing-1-1680.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Real-Estate---Rental-Homes-in-Orlando-Florida---Homes-for-Sale-in-Orlando-Florida---Rental-Property-in-Orlando-1-1670.html The latest data compiled for September shows that Orlando Florida is still in the midst of a declining housing market and rising unemployment. Sales in September were almost 3 lower than those in September of last year. Distressed sales made up more than 71 of the sales closed in September 2010. Prices..... Mon, 11 Oct 2010 15:45:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Orlando-Florida-Real-Estate---Rental-Homes-in-Orlando-Florida---Homes-for-Sale-in-Orlando-Florida---Rental-Property-in-Orlando-1-1670.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Opportunities-Abound-in-Rental-Properties---Homes-for-Rent-in-Orlando---Homes-for-Rent-in-Central-Florida-1-1661.html The large numbers of people being displaced from their homes in the past few years due to foreclosures and short sales has brought about excellent investment opportunities in rental properties. This is supported by the latest housing data which shows that multi-family units aka apartments and townhomes are on the increase for building permits issued. Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:30:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Opportunities-Abound-in-Rental-Properties---Homes-for-Rent-in-Orlando---Homes-for-Rent-in-Central-Florida-1-1661.html#comments http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Unemployment-Rates-Trump-Interest-Rates---Orlando-Real-Estate-Agent-1-1655.html Lets face it the housing market is not going to make any significant strides until the unemployment rate drops. For the most recent Central Florida Housing Market Report click here. The data ending the third quarter indicates the average rate on a 30 year fixed loan fell to Sun, 03 Oct 2010 12:10:00 EST Michael J. Maier http://www.pointecentralfloridarealty.com/Unemployment-Rates-Trump-Interest-Rates---Orlando-Real-Estate-Agent-1-1655.html#comments