***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON. OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES AT OUR WEBSITE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $1450.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $1550.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $1550.00. OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

Price: $1450/mo
3760 Becontree PL
Oviedo, FL 32765
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Carillon
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2.5
Property Sub Type: Home
Square Ft: 2323
Year Built: 1996

* 4 Bedroom / 2.5 Bath Home
* 2 Car Garage
* Priced to rent now!
* Master Bedroom Downstairs
* Two Story Home
* Living, Family and Dining Rooms
* Tile flooring throughout
* Great location, great community
* Freshly painted
* VACANT, READY TO MOVE IN!
* Volume Ceilings make open and bright
* Large Master Suite w/ double vanity and garden tub
* Don’t wait, this home won’t last long!
* Wired for alarm
* Ceiling fans included,
* Refrigerator included,
* Washer / Dryer too!
* Fenced in yard,
* No rear neighbors
* Community clubhouse, tennis court, volleyball court, community basketball, community playground
* Just minutes to Seminole county “A” rated schools
* Walking distance to UCF Bright House Stadium
* Convenient to Siemens, Research Park, Quadrangle
* Convenient to Oviedo Market Place,
* Just 20 minutes to Downtown
* Convenient to 408,417, and 434
* SORRY, THIS OWNER DOES NOT CURRENTLY PARTICIPATE IN THE SECTION 8 PROGRAM.
* The deposit amount is based upon the application results.
* School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
* PETS:OK
* AVAILABLE: NOW!

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From Goldenrod, turn left to Aloma Ave to University Blvd,turn left to alafaya and right to McCulloch road,left to keatsway and left to Becontree Pl.

We answer calls 7 days a week at 407-641-5782.
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***HURRY THIS OFFER ENDS SOON.   OFFER FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS ONLY (PLEASE VIEW OUR APPLICATION GUIDELINES HERE.). THIS OFFER IS BASED UPON A 12 MONTH LEASE BEING SIGNED WITHIN 3 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEW OF THE OF PROPERTY. OCCUPANCY OF PROPERTY AND COMMENCEMENT OF RENTAL AGREEMENT MUST BEGIN WITHIN 21 DAYS OF THE INITIAL VIEWING OF THE PROPERTY. THE RENT FOR THE FIRST 120 DAYS OF THE LEASE ON THIS PROPERTY IS $2299.00 PER MONTH. THE REMAINING TERMS OF THE LEASE SHALL BE BASED UPON THE ORIGINAL LISTED PRICE OF $2499.00 PER MONTH. THE TENANT MUST FULFILL THE ENTIRE LEASE, OR THE AMOUNT THAT WAS DISCOUNTED ON THE FIRST 120 DAYS WILL BE CHARGED AT TIME OF TERMINATION AS ADDITIONAL RENT. THE SECURITY DEPOSIT DUE WITH AN APPROVED APPLICATION IS $2499.00 OTHER FEES/DEPOSITS MAY APPLY.***

For pics… http://www.thejaymyersteam.com/default.asp?f=listing_details&listingid=241947&listingtype=7

Price: $2299/mo
2949 Bayhead Run
Oviedo, FL 32765
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Subdivision: Estates at Aloma Woods
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3.5
Property Sub Type: Single Family Home
Square Ft: 3542
Year Built: 1998

*Priced to Rent Now!
*4 Bedroom / 3.5Bath Home
*One of Kind Executive Home!
*Gorgeous Custom Home w/ Upgrades!
*Conservation on 2 Sides of House for Privacy
*Huge Bonus Room Upstairs
*Lush Landscape w/ Beautiful Gardens
*Wired for Alarm
*Just Minutes to UCF; Siemens: Research Park
*Walking Distance to Ski Lake; Tennis; Playground
*Convenient to A Rated Schools
*Convenient to Major Roads and Highways
*42in Cabinets
*Upgraded Kitchen
*Upstairs Bonus Area
*Office Too!
*Master Bedroom Downstairs
*Living, Dining and Family Rooms
*Hardwood and Tile Flooring Throughout
*Ceiling Fans
*Move in Ready
*No Rear Neighbors
*Cul De Sac Lot
*Screened in Patio and Pool
*3 Car Garage
*Just Minutes to UCF and Valencia
*Convenient to 408, 417, and 50
*Walking Trails
*Water Access
*Boat Ramp
*Gated Community
*Tennis Courts
*Community Playground
*All Kitchen Appliances Included
*Blinds TOO
*Washer/ Dyer Hookups!
*SORRY, SECTION 8 NOT ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results
*School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this Executive Pool Home!
*Pets Okay!
*Available: 4/1/11

DIRECTIONS: From Central Florida Greeneway/Eastern Beltway/Florida 417 Toll N., take exit 38 for FL-426 toward Aloma Ave.  Keep right at the fork, follow signs for Oviedo and merge onto FL-426 E.  Turn right at Aloma Woods Blvd.   Turn right at Bayhead Run. 

We answer calls 7 days a week at 407-641-5782.
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We answer calls 7 days a week at 407-641-5782.
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Price: $1350
12938 Vennetta Drive
Windermere, FL 34786
Contact: Orlando Realty & Property Management by Keller Williams Realty at the Parks
Future Tenants: 407-641-5782

Bedrooms: 3
Property Sub Type:Townhome
Square Ft: 1644
Bathrooms: 2.5
Year Built: 2008

*Priced to rent now
*3 Bedrm/2.5 bath townhome
*Luxury townhome; Must see
*End Unit with windows on three sides
*Rear Entry
*2 car garage
*Kitchen opens up to private courtyard
*Wired for alarm
*Just minutes to Walt Disney World
*Walking Distance to Community Pool and Playground
*Convenient to Windermere Preparatory School
*Granite countertops
*Updated Kitchen w/ 42in cabinets
*2 story home
*Living & Dining Rooms
*Tile flooring throughout
*Ceiling fans
*Fenced in yard
*No rear neighbors
*Conservation lot
*LAWN INCLUDED
*Convenient to I-4, 408, 429 & Turnpike
*Community Clubhouse
*Stainless Steel Appliances
*Blinds included
*Washer/dryer TOO
*SORRY, NO SECTION 8 ACCEPTED
*The deposit amount is based upon the application results
*School info: http://www.orlandoarealinks.info
*Pets ok
*Available 12/20/10
*Call 407-641-5782 to see this beautiful townhome

DRIVING DIRECTIONS: From I-4 East: Get off at 535N exit. Turn Left (towards downtown Disney). Turn left onto CR 535.
Go about 7 miles and turn left onto Overstreet Road. Left onto Jervey Street, Left onto Derexa Drive and
Left onto Vennetta Way. Townhome is on your right

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However, almost every homeowner will tell you that these costs are definitely worth buying a FL house. Not only are you purchasing a place to call home, but you’re making a financial investment with potentially huge returns. That’s why you should always consider a home inspection before signing on that dotted line, even if the added expense isn’t one you’re looking forward to.

What is a Home Inspection?

Many people equate a home inspection with a home appraisal, and with good reason. At their core, the two processes are very similar: in both, a trained professional goes through the home and inspects it with the intent of informing all parties involved on making the smartest buying and selling decisions.

However, the similarities stop there. Home appraisals are done to give buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and financers a better idea of what the home is worth (based on “surface” things like square footage, number of rooms, and amenities like a fireplace or granite countertops). A home inspection, on the other hand, is all about informing buyers about the potential problems that lie underneath the surface.

For example, a home inspector will be able to answer the following questions:

• What is the condition of the plumbing and/or electrical system, and how easy is it to access in the event of a problem?

• What will be the realistic costs and challenges of heating or cooling the house?

• What is the state of the foundation, the roof, and other structural components?

• How many years of use will you be able to get out of the electrical/plumbing/heating systems?

• What are the potential safety hazards of the house (lead paint, radon, termites, asbestos, mold, etc.)?

What a Home Inspection Does for You

Although most home inspections cost the potential homebuyer hundreds of dollars up front, they typically end up saving homebuyers thousands of dollars in the end. When you get a home inspection, you can not only step away from a purchase that might not be right for you, but you can also require sellers to either “fix” the problems before you buy the home, or adjust the price in order to allow you to make the repairs.

Of course, there’s also the benefit of knowing that the home for sale in Orlando that you purchased is safe and comfortable. It can be difficult to know just what a house has in store for you until you’ve lived in it for a few months. A home inspection is the best way to take the house for a “test drive” before you make the investment. And with so many choices currently on the Florida real estate market, you’re in a perfect position to make a smart, financially-sound choice for your entire family.

However, if you’re simply looking at the intricate architecture and are thinking how great it would be to own a piece of the city’s history, you might want to take a step back and consider all the work involved in becoming a historic home owner.

Home Quality

The most important consideration for purchasing a historic home in Orlando is the quality of the house. Whether you’re looking at a bungalow or a mansion, you have to remember that time is rarely kind to real estate.

In addition to outdated materials (like plaster instead of drywall or lead pipes) and difficult-to-work-with architectural styles, you have to consider the costs of restoring the house with authenticity in mind. Many materials are no longer available or can be costly if you want to maintain the historic integrity of your home. The same is true of the availability and cost of craftsman qualified to work with your particular home.

Florida Housing Regulations

Many historic homes are overseen by governing bodies that regulate what you can and can’t do to your own home. If you’re in the market to purchase a historic home, make sure you know who you will have to go through to get the right permits for renovation, or if you’ll need to register and pay a fee to get your home listed as an authentic historic site. You might also want to note what kind of tourist interest you will get from having a historically-listed site.

Financial Investments

Fortunately, not everything about owning a Orlando historic home is hard work! Historic homes, when restored with authenticity, safety, and modern comfort in mind, are an incredible financial investment. Many people are willing to pay top dollar for homes that are in perfect shape or that have a keen attention to detail.

Many local governments also offer tax credits and tax freezes for those who maintain a certain level of quality in their registered historic homes. This means that a historic home can be a great investment, as well as a beautiful piece of architecture.

Finding and Buying Your Historic Home

When refurbished to contain all the modern amenities today’s families need and enjoy, a historic home can become a showpiece – both for your own visitors as well as those interested in the history of Orlando, Winter Garden and Windermere. As with all real estate purchases, however, this one should be made after much consideration and under the guidance of your trusted agent.

Choosing a home in FL based on the quality of the neighborhood is especially important. There are so many diverse and incredible places to live here that you can change your lifestyle simply by moving closer to that hip, urban center or further out, where suburban sprawl or a few acres of your own are calling.

Most people already look at neighborhoods and communities in Orlando when considering a home purchase. In fact, some of the more common considerations include:

• School districts
• Type of neighborhood (gated, urban, suburban, etc.)
• Public transportation options
• Access to commuting routes
• Proximity to shopping
• Proximity to facilities like police, fire, or medical care
• Tax rates
• Crime rates

However, although these are all very important parts of choosing a neighborhood in the Orlando, Windermere, Winter Garden Florida areas, finding the facts might not be as easy as you hope. For example, things like tax rates can be researched, but you’ll also need to look at the future of development in the area. If there’s a big plan for condos to go up in your family neighborhood, you might find that the area is gearing for development. This might mean higher tax rates as the community draws in a higher-income crowd. (It might also mean a change in the neighborhood dynamic).

It’s also important to consider the different times of day and the year in which you visit your prospective home.

• How crowded are the streets during rush hour? On the weekends?
• How safe do you feel walking around during the day? What about at night?
• How maintained are the parks and streets in the winter? In the summer?
• How is the noise level at night or in the morning? Does this change on the weekends?

In order to make the most well-informed decision possible on your new home in Orlando, it’s best to ask a trusted real estate professional like Jay Myers or to talk with current (and past) residents. Not only will you get an insider’s view on what the FL community looks like after hours and in real life, but you might also learn that the people who will become your new neighbors are an enticing draw all on their own.

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Central Florida home sales have continued to stay just over the 2000 per month mark for the fifth month in a row.  Realtors were apart of 2206 for sale transactions in Orange & Seminole Counties last month.  October of 2008, sales were nearly half of this October’s figure.  The amount of days on the market in October of 2008 was 110 days, October of 00, 98 days.  The inventory of a year ago was 24,657, now just under 15,743.  This continues to be a great time for buyers of Central Florida real estate and buying a home for sale.  Rates still in the 5% is great reason to become a home owner.  For those renting now would be a great time to buy a home with rates this low and an inventory still high.

See our next blog for more property management and real estate sales information.

Here at Orlando Realty & Property Management our motto is “We Treat Your Home Like it is Our Own.”  We rent, sell and manage homes, townhomes, and condos in Orlando, Oviedo, Winter Park, Winter Garden, Windermere, Kissimmee, and other areas of Central Florida

Go to our site, http://www.407rentals.com or give us a call today at 407-641-5049.

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