Who’s Who in East Orlando Real Estate?
Spotlighted for their outstanding customer service satisfaction ratings, wide array of skills and local expertise, Insight Magazine once again presents the annual special section: Who's Who in East Orlando Real Estate? If you're looking to buy or sell your house, these are some of the local experts you should spend some time with. Click to learn why.
Residential Real Estate Update: Now What?
Since the hard-hitting economic downfall, people have been doing what they can to recover, but in terms of real estate local residents still find themselves asking: well, now what? Is now the right time to buy a house? What trends are happening in the market? Should we ever expect a full turnaround? Is there some relief in sight? We find out.
Commercial Real Estate: The Real Deal
How many shopping plazas do you drive by on an average day? And how many of those plazas have empty storefronts? Odds are the answer is "most." It's no secret that the commercial real estate market has seen a decline over the past 18 months or so in Central Florida, but are we past the worst of it? One local expert says yes.
Building a New Career
All you've done your entire life is work with your hands. It's a tough job, but it's one you own - the bitter taste of long hours in the sun are offset by the tangible sweetness an honest, good-sized paycheck brings home to your wife and two children. Work is booming and a hard days' work has never gone further - until, one day, the calls stop.
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Property Values Lead to County Budget Shortfall
Total taxable property values are down 12 percent from this time last year resulting in an estimated loss of about $77 million to Orange County’s budget. With property tax as the largest revenue source for the county government, leaders are now forced to find new ways to make up the lost revenue again this year. Two years ago, the county collected $726 million in property taxes. Last year, that... [Read more]
The Path to Recovery
You may have heard that throughout Central Florida there is a surplus of housing and commercial property available. Obviously, that’s not news. But, what you may not have heard as much about is the way that East Orlando has dealt with the recession, the real estate burst and how the area is positioned to grow and become stronger than ever. For starters, East Orlando is inhabited by thousands... [Read more]
Homeowners: Save Big with OCHEEP Initiative
Finding ways to be energy efficient can be tough. Owning a home and trying to make it energy efficient with a limited budget can be even tougher. When funds are tight and costs are high, sometimes it seems like the savings for going green don’t outweigh the costs it takes to get there. That’s where OCHEEP comes in, offering a new way to help Orange County homeowners save money on electric... [Read more]
The Threat of Foreclosure
This past April, property mortgage lenders served defaults on more than 103,000 American households. To date, one in 387 homes have received a foreclosure notice so far in 2010, according to ForeclosureDataBank.com. Florida is being billed as one of the most troubled states - along with California, Michigan Illinois and Nevada. Together, these five states accounted for 52 percent of foreclosure actions... [Read more]
Experience Real Florida This Summer
Looking for something new to do this summer? Why not float in a warm, crystal-clear river in the heart of natural Florida? It’s a little known fact that Central Florida was a popular vacation destination before the famous “House of Mouse” was built. But in the early 1920’s, Central Florida was a popular vacation spot for the roadside attractions surrounding the natural warm-water... [Read more]
Our Small Business Story
Along with my husband, David, I am co-publisher of the monthly publication you’re holding in your hands right now, Insight Magazine. Our baby. Our pride and joy. To us, the magazine represents much more than just a smattering of articles. You see, Insight is designed to be more than just a collection of issues and advertisements. More than just a coffee table read. Really, it’s more than... [Read more]
AT&T Presents: Electrifyingly Successful
Becoming the premier commercial electrical contractor in the Southeast United States doesn’t happen by accident. It doesn’t happen overnight, and it certainly doesn’t happen without a vision. Founded in 1993, family-owned Quinco Electrical, Inc. has done just that, however, on the way to employing more than 1,100 employees dedicated to one thing: client satisfaction. “Quinco... [Read more]
My Story: Life’s a Beach
White sandy beaches. Breathtaking oceanfront views. Live music with chef-prepared cuisine. Paradise? It just might be. And the best part is - it’s a lot closer than you think. I recently found out that my own little slice of perfection is a mere two hour drive away, hidden - among all places - in Jupiter, FL. The quaint beach town just north of West Palm Beach is home to the cozy yet elegant... [Read more]
