by Steve Silcock | Feb 7, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, Local Events, New Construction, Property for Sale in Orlando, Real Estate News
ChampionsGate was besieged yesterday by literally hundreds of Florida Realtors as Lennar began a round of “open houses” at it’s new flagship development in ChampionsGate.
Registration for the Realtor Open Day was held outside the new purpose built sales office currently under construction in the center of ChampionsGate. Agents were shuttled back and forth to view the stunning model homes in this exciting new development.
The sheer number of agents waiting patiently in line to be ferried across to the first two new communities was a sight we have not seen for a long time.
This is without doubt the most exciting development we have seen in the Central Florida area for a number of years – and it’s clear to see why. ChampionsGate has a convenient location at Junction 58 on I4 providing easy access to the theme parks and the rest of central Florida. It boasts separate communities dedicated to the vacation market and the residential market offer stunning home designs to suit a range of budgets.
The Retreat at ChampionsGate will offer vacation / short term rental properties for sale starting from around $300,000 including your very own private, heated swiming pool. Owners and guests will also have access to a 30,0000 sq ft clubhouse and facilities that includes a resort style pool, lazy river, restaurants, theatre, and spa.
The Country Club at ChampionsGate will be a residential paradise that will attract permanent residents and second home owners who seek luxury country club style living at affordable prices. With homes starting at just $240,000 and top of the line facilities that includes a separate 20,000 sq ft club house, pool, tennis courts (including a stadium court) and of course an 18 hole championship community golf course designed by George Clifton.
For more details and pricing on property for sale in ChampionsGate visit www.championsgaterealestate.com
by Steve Silcock | Feb 3, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, Local Events, New Construction, News, Property for Sale in Orlando, Real Estate News
www.championsgaterealestate.com contains all the latest information on what many people anticipate will become one of the most sought after communities in Central Florida.
To coincide with the grand opening of Lennar at ChampionsGate it gives me great pleasure to announce the launch of a new website devoted to this exciting new development.
Covering an area of 917 acres of lush landscaping located just minute from DisneyWorld in Orlando Florida. ChampionsGate has become one of the most exciting areas across Central Florida. Already established as a golfing hotspot ChampionsGate is now transforming into the place to live or vacation close to the holiday capital of the world
600+ residential single family homes, villas and condos, a 30,000 square foot clubhouse with dining facilities, pools and fitness center.
600+ single family short-term rental resort homes, 20,000 square foot clubhouse with resort pools and kids water park.
382 Upscale Condos/Town homes/Golf Homes overlooking 54 holes of golf
Close to all of the major attractions and easy access to the Space Coast and The Gulf, ChampionsGate has already secured it’s position as a premier destination in the Orlando area and this stunning development will build on that success for years to come.
Vist our new site at website or complete the form below for the latestinformation on homes, prices and availability in this exciting new resort.
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by Steve Silcock | Jan 31, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, Property for Sale in Orlando
Property for sale in Orlando – located in Bellavida Resort one of the area’s premier resort communities is this stunning vacation home. Orlando continues to draw attention from investors in many countries – not suprising when it is on the doorstep of the largest tourist attraction in the world !!!
Just minutes from the shops and restaurants on 192 and all the Central Florida attractions but surrounded by gorgeous conservation areas, and community lakes that make this resort secluded enough to provide a private sanctuary that you will love. This beautifully maintained vacation home in Bellavida is furnished to the highest standard and will impress the most discerning buyer or vacationing guest.
Click the image below to view a virtual tour of the home.
Four bedrooms and four bathrooms provide luxury inside and the open floor plan makes it an ideal vacation home. Outside, the covered lanai has access to its own half bathroom and offers plenty of space for al-fresco dining. The south facing pool and spa is bathed in the Florida sunshine all year long and the wooded area beyond means no rear neighbors!!!!
The resort offers a 6,700 sq ft Clubhouse includes, on-site concierge, Arcades, Fitness Center, Cyber cafe with 8 computers, Basketball Court, Sand volleyball Court, lawn Area, Resort pool, spa, Italian Gardens, and playground.
For more details on this home, other properties for sale in Bellavida or property for sale in Orlando vacation communities please complete the form below and one of our experienced associates will be ready to assist.
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by Steve Silcock | Jan 30, 2013 | Investment Property in Florida, Mortgages
“Cash is King” has been a common phrase over the last two years as buyers leverage the volatile lending markets to secure great deals on investment properties, second homes and vacation homes in the Orlando area. Looking forward we hope to see things improving as more and more lenders return to the market and the range of loan programs increase.
Whatever the type of purchase be careful what you do between the time you receive loan approval and the time you close – buyers can sometimes do things that jeopardize the loan, and lenders sometimes rescind a loan offer shortly before a scheduled closing. The top four things to avoid are
- Making a big purchase. Big purchases, such as a new car or furniture, can change the buyer’s debt-to-income ratio that the lender used to initially approve the buyer’s home loan. •
- Missing payments. Pay all upur bills on time between loan approval and closing – even disputed bills.
- Cashing in / out. Avoid transferring large sums of money or making undocumented deposits – both could send up “red flags” to a lender.
- Opening new credit. Buyers should avoid new credit card applications between approval and closing.
We have access to all types of loan programs from a wide range of lenders and are well positioned to help you find the right loan for your individual circumstance. If you are looking for financing for a manufactured home, second homes or you are a foreign national looking for financing contact us today and we will do our best to help.
by Steve Silcock | Jan 29, 2013 | Homes, Villas and Condos, Investment Property in Florida, Real Estate News
Although existing home sales for property in the US slipped back in December 2012, homes for sale in Florida were up 15.8% as the Florida housing market continued it’s positive track. So far in January enquiry levels are higher than January 2012 and we are expecting to see a very busy year for Florida home sales.
ORLANDO, Fla. – Jan. 22, 2013 – Florida’s housing market had more closed sales, higher pending sales, higher median prices and we have a reduced inventory of homes for sale in Florida in December, according to the latest housing data released by Florida Realtors®.
“Florida is an international destination: Owning a home here appeals to people of all ages from all over the world,” said 2013 Florida Realtors President Dean Asher, broker-owner with Don Asher & Associates Inc. in Orlando. “Realtors from across the state are reporting increases in home sales and median prices. As a result of rising demand from investors and other buyers, there’s a shortage of homes for sale in Florida markets, and it’s putting pressure on prices.”
Statewide closed sales of existing single-family homes totaled 18,031 in December, up 15.8 percent compared to the year-ago figure, according to data from Florida Realtors Industry Data and Analysis department in partnership with local Realtor boards/associations. Closed sales typically occur 30 to 90 days after sales contracts are written.
Meanwhile, pending sales – contracts that are signed but not yet completed or closed – for existing single-family homes last month rose 39.7 percent over the previous December. The statewide median sales price for single-family existing homes last month was $154,000, up 14.1 percent from the previous year.Looking at Florida’s year-to-year comparison for sales of townhouse-condos, a total of 8,470 units sold statewide last month, up 8.6 percent compared to December 2011. Meanwhile, pending sales for townhouse-condos in December increased 31.8 percent compared to the year-ago figure. December marks the 12th consecutive month of higher statewide median sales prices for both single-family homes and for townhouse-condo units year-to-year, according to Florida Realtors’ data.
The inventory for single-family homes for sale in Florida stood at a 5.5-months’ supply in December; inventory for townhouse-condos was at a 6-months’ supply, according to Florida Realtors. “The market continues to improve, and it’s doing so in all parts of the state,” said Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. John Tuccillo. “Of note is the fact that inventory levels are now clearly consistent with a sellers’ market. When the final year-end statistics are compiled, expect that sales in 2012 will be more than 10 percent higher than they were in 2011. Once again, all the positive indicators are up significantly. The Florida real estate market is rapidly improving.” © 2013 Florida Realtors®
Overseas investors looking for good deals continue their search for homes for sale in Florida and we are seeing a constant stream of enquiries from Europe, Canada and south America.
