LOOKING TO BUY IN FLORIDA? Orlando is bigger than you think

The allure of endless summer, amusement parks, and other attractions, seems to escalate sales as the weather cools down in other parts of the US, Canada, and Eastern Europe. As a result buyers from abroad begin to consider possible buying homes in Florida as primary, secondary or vacation/investment properties.

The popularity or the Orlando Area is increasing. Over 50 Million people visited Orlando in 2008. Knowing how to get around and access to interactive maps is very important particularly for foreign tourists. Here is an excellent site that will assist you Orlando Maps

ORLANDO IS Bigger than you think. In fact, it is 110.2 miles from end to end and side to side. It is borders several other counties (of which there are 64 total in Florida) Osceola to the south, Polk to the Southwest, Orange which is located in and Volusia to the North.

Important Facts about Orlando

SEARCHING FOR YOUR FLORIDA HOME

BUYING A HOME IN FLORIDA IS EASY EVEN IF YOU ARE FROM ABROAD.

You do not need to be a US citizen to own property in America.

You DO need to be at least 18 years of age.

DECIDING WHERE YOU WANT TO LIVE

Kissimmee Offers many recreational activities as well as points of interest. Homes in various price ranges as well as short term rental opportunities.

St. CLOUD, Florida

Is a bedroom room community to Orlando and Disney. Nestled between I-95 to the east, I-4 to the west and The Florida Turnpike. About 30 minutes from Orlando International Airport, historic St. Cloud is celebrating 100 years as a City celebrating Small Town Living.

As a local area expert, I often get calls from people looking to relocate to Florida who may not fully understand how large the Orlando area is.

In order to best service them, I have provided some helpful links in this post to better familiarize out of area buyers.

IMPORTANT THINGS TO CONSIDER

1) USE OF THE INTERNET -Begin your search with exploring as many sites as you can to get familiar with an area.

2) SELECTING A REALTOR

Google will be very helpful in narrowing down your choices

3) CALL REALTORS

Communication is the cornerstone of our business.

4) HAVE A WORKING BUDGET

Know how much you can and are willing to spend

5) Verification of Funds

Due to recent changes int he mortgage lending practices verification letters are often required.

6) CASH BUYERS

Proof of availability of funds will be asked for in most cases.

Once you have narrowed the possible places you may want to live, you REALTORS will be very helpful by providing you with information. Showings should be scheduled in advance, however narrowing down the possible homes you are most interested in will streamline the process and be less confusing.

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