This is not a story about the work that I recently had done at my home, but more so of the workmanship of the man who did it. I will have to give a disclaimer here, that I've become friends with this man, but the pictures will tell a story in itself.
There comes a time when we have to do some work to our homes. I've always kept up my home fairly well, but it was definitely time for some needed renovations and improvements. A gentleman that I had met online earlier this year had previously done some work for me on my rentals as well as repair work to some listings.
I was not only impressed with his work, but his work ethic as well. It is so hard to find people that will consistently give you quality work. In all my years of being a Realtor®, I would come across workman that will do a good job, but after time their quality of work appears to dissipate. I can't see that happening with Tony Politis.
His eye for details & going the extra mile is what really got me. Here are just some of the things that really stood out. When he was laying the flooring, I did not anticipate him also doing the closets, but he did. And he did so without making a comment or batting an eyelash. I'm sure if you'd ask him, he would just say that's the way it's supposed to be done.
It was a collaborative effort in many ways, but he definitely has an eye for design. While he was laying the flooring in my office, he mentioned that I should paint the walls. He wasn't doing this to create more work for himself, but because he knew the effect that it would have on the whole room. He was right!
While doing the master bath, the medicine cabinet was never placed in the correct position. Since I never really used it anyway, he removed it & put in decorative glass shelves. The towel rack was behind the bathroom door in a ridiculous location, so he just moved it to where it would be better suited.
I could go on and on with the details, but the pics will tell a better story. Oh, and I did forget to mention one of the most important things. He is very reasonable and especially when you consider the workmanship that you are getting for the price. Can you spell - VALUE!?!
In fact at one time during the work, I said to Tony that he shouldn't be calling himself a handyman, it should be a craftsman. Just to give you an idea, the different work that was done included, plumbing, electrical, tile work - laying & regrouting, flooring, carpentry, drywall, etc. Additionally, he's done wood rot, siding, roof repairs, etc. for me as well. He will even tell you if you are doing more work than is necessary for the benefits derived.
The name of his company is Repair Your Home and his logo is "Fix it all...with just one call" Tony can be reached at RepairYourHome@ymail.com or call 407-620-5474. He is licensed and insured.
It appears that many congressional leaders believe that the $8K tax credit should be extended as it appears to have helped stimulate increased demand for homes and therefore industry related employment as well. The housing industry is still in a fragile state, but we are seeing fairly steady improvement.
Unfortunately, with every good program, there are those out there that will try to find scams to enrich themselves at the cost of everyone else. This is true with this program as well and the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) is examining questionable claims. Of course, this adds more expense to the program which is generally thought to cost approximately $1B per month.
Mixed Reviews - the Dow's been toying with the 10K mark and we've seen some steps toward improvement in the real estate industry, yet, unemployment figures and foreclosures are putting a damper on any kind of thought of a quick recovery. We are experiencing the longest recession since the ‘30's and the worst unemployment rate in 26 years.
Now it could be worse, but how do you tell that to your neighbor who's out of work and in jeopardy of losing their home? I have a dear friend who's been out of work for 6 months, but what makes this situation worse is that he has a roommate who is not only out of work but also dealing with chemotherapy. Now he's in jeopardy of eventually losing his home and doesn't know what he can do to help the roommate.
This is just one situation, yet there are many, many like this and these are our neighbors and friends.
OK, so now with all that doom & gloom said, the National Association of Business Economics (NABE) released a report last week in which more than 80% of economists surveyed believe that the recession is over & we are starting a period of expansion. Granted, the unemployment rate and federal deficit are expected to remain somewhat high through 2010.
Additionally, they expect overall housing prices to increase by 2% and that 2010 will be the first year since '05 that the housing industry will contribute to the nation's overall growth.
Many economists believe that we've exited the recession during the last quarter and that we are entering the recovery period. The situation that we currently find ourselves in did not occur overnight. It took years to create and will take more than just a few quarters of growth to repair it.
Till next time....Marc It Sold!
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! It's Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!
ART & LITERATURE
THANE MAYNARD
What: Rollins alum and director of the Cincinnati Zoo reads from and discusses his and Jane Goodall's book, Hope for Animals and Their World When: Oct 22 - 5:30pm
Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-646-2200
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH POETRY
What: Members of the International Association of Poets & Writers share poems in their native Spanish dialects
When: Oct 24 - 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
THEATER & MOVIES
CATS CHAT BACK
What: The cast of the touring production of the musical meet and talk with fans
When: Oct 22 - 5pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
BRIDE OF WILDENSTEIN: THE MUSICAL
What: Marsian & Company present this adult puppet show about a marriage that turns a woman into a beast
When: Oct 22 - 24 - 8pm
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-803-6670
7 DEADLY SINS
What: Emotions Dance Company combines with local artists, singers and more to create a walk-through performance about temptation When: Oct 23 - 24 - 8pm
Where: Cameo Theater
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 25
Contact: 407-403-5993
MUSIC
CENTRAL FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE
What: Blues bands and solo/duo acts compete for a chance to represent Central Florida at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis When: Oct 25 - noon - 8pm
Where: McWells Restaurant & Bar
4757 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-855-4006
LECTURE
ENDING MODERN DAY SLAVERY IN FLORIDA AND ACROSS THE GLOBE
What: Film screenings, lectures and panel discussions on the practice of human trafficking
When: Oct 21 - 10am - 2pm & 6 - 8pm
Where: University of Central Florida - Student Union
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-823-2000
ABDUL KALAM
What: The eleventh president of India speaks on the topic "World Space Vision 2050"
When: Oct 22 - 4:15pm
Where: University of Central Florida
Student Union - Pegasus Ballroom
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-823-2000
"THE FUTURE OF THE AMERICAN DREAM" DISCUSSION
What: William Grieder a political journalist & author will lead the discussion
When: Oct 22 - 8 - 9:30pm
Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-646-2203
JEAN-MICHAEL COUSTEAU
What: The oceanographer, activist and son of Jacques Cousteau speaks about "The Great Ocean Adventure"
When: Oct 23 - 9am - 4pm
Where: Rollins College
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-691-1995
"THE 21ST CENTURY: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM" SYMPOSIUM
What: 3 panels & discussion presented by the Winter Park Institute
When: Oct 23
9 - 10:30am - "Politics and the Economy" with William
Grieder, Leah Nedderman & Anya Kamentez
11am - 12:30pm - "The Human Environment" with
Christopher Leinberger, Mark Jerome Walters & Jerome
Ringo
2 - 3:30pm - "The Natural World" with Michael Cousteau,
Thane Maynard and John Cronin
Where: Rollins College Tiedke Concert Hall
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-691-1995
FOUR THOUSAND YEARS OF ANDEAN GOLD: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL LECTURE
What: presented by Mark Aldenderfer & sponsored by UCF's Anthropology Dept & the Central Florida Chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America
When: Oct 23 - 7pm
Where: University of Central Florida
4000 Central Florida Blvd
Psychology Bldg - Rm 108
Orlando
Cost: Free - call for a parking pass & information
Contact: 407-823-6725
HEALTH
IS YOUR ANCESTRY A RISK FACTOR FOR BREAST CANCER - A WOMEN'S FORUM
What: moderated by Dr. Kamy R. Kemp
When: Oct 21 - noon - 1pm
Where: Jewish Family Services
2100 Lee Road
Winter Park
Cost: $6 includes a light lunch - reservations required by 10/19
Contact: 407-644-7593 x 237
NATURE
BIRD IDENTIFICATION
What: 3-class course presented by the Orange Audubon Society
When: Saturdays - Oct 24 - Nov 7 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Rollins College
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $25 society members; $40 nonmembers - registration required
Contact: 407-644-0796
FOOD, BEER & WINE
HARBOR NIGHTS: LA DOLCE VITA
What: A Mediterranean-style food, wine and jazz festival for the season
When: Oct 23 - 6:30 - 9pm
Where: Lowe's Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $35 - 60
Contact: 407-363-6890
4TH ANNUAL NURTURE THE NATIONS
What: international food & wine tasting, entertainment, auction, guest speakers
When: Oct 24 - 5:30 - 8:30pm
Where: Mennello Museum of Art
900 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $15 students & UNA members; $25 non members
Contact: 407-832-1777
SPAGHETTI DINNER
What: In honor of World Pasta Day, Brian Feldman prepares and serves the title dish for one diner at a time
When: Oct 25 - 6pm
Where: Frames Forever & Art Gallery
941 Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10 - reservations required
Contact: 407-622-6358
FUNDRAISERS
GLITZ, GLAMOUR AND GIVING
What: Fashion show to raise money for breast cancer and lupus
When: Oct 21 - 7pm
Where: Vintage Lounge
114 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $5 donation
Contact: 877-386-7346
DRINK PINK
What: Wine tasting and silent auction to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure
When: Oct 22 - 5:30pm
Where: Tastings: A Wine Experience
111 N. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: donation
Contact: 407-999-9950
COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE
What: Former UF football star Darryl Perry comes out to raise money for the Miracle of Life Foundation
When: Oct 23 - 5:30 - 7pm
Where: University Club of Orlando
150 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-425-2514
CHEERS TO CHARITIES
What: appetizers, entertainment & silent auction sponsored by the Orlando Junior Woman's Club to benefit local charities
When: Oct 23 - 7 - 10pm
Where: Houlihan's
9150 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $15 advance; $20 at the door
Contact: 407-426-9642
CENTRAL FLORIDA COMEDY SHOWCASE
What: Former Orlando Improv veterans Tight Mike, Laurie Fondiler, Jersey and Maryellen Hooper reunite to benefit the fight against breast and prostate cancers
When: Oct 23 - 8:30pm
Where: Embassy Suites
191 E. Pine St.
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 30
Contact: www.OrlandoEventSeries.com
HOOOOWL FOR THE ARTS
What: the Seminole Cultural Arts Councils sponsors an auction of masks made by community leaders and local artists, with dinner and live entertainment
When: Oct 24 - 6:30 - 10pm
Where: Seminole Harley Davidson
620 Hickman Circle
Sanford
Cost: $35 - 100
Contact: 407-261-2314
ETC.
FALL FEST - WINDERMERE
What: arts, crafts food, entertainment & bounce houses
When: Oct 24 - 9am - 4pm
Where: Downtown Windermere
Main St between 5th & 6th
Windermere
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-876-0270
MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR
What: over 350 crafters from around the country will be on display at this nationally-ranked, juried annual event
When: Oct 24 - 25 - 9am - 5pm
Where: Downtown Mount Dora
N. Donnelly St
Mount Dora
Cost: Free
Contact: 352-735-1191
FALL FEST - WEKIWA SPRINGS STATE PARK
What: with games & environmental exhibits by Wekiwa Wilderness Trust
When: Oct 24 - 10am - 2pm
Where: Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka
Cost: $6 per car
Contact: 407-884-2006
FINDING MONEY FOR YOUR EDUCATION
What: learn how to obtain financial aid for studies using resources available OCLS' Foundation Center Cooperating Collection
When: Oct 24 - 10am
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7480
RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO
What: Exhibits, seminars, workshops, films, and more on the world of clean energy and energy efficiency technology
When: Oct 24 - 25- 10am - 5pm
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
FESTIVAL CALLE ORANGE
What: Latin American festivities including live entertainment from celebrity guests, dancing and food
When: Oct 25- 11am - 8pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange Ave & Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-381-5310
OPA! FEST '09 GREEK FAIR
What: Taverna Opa offers this celebration of Greek culture with music, food, dancing and prizes
When: Oct 25- noon - 5pm
Where: Taverna Opa
Pointe Orlando
9101 International Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-879-2481
PLAN AHEAD
11TH ANNUAL MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK
What: 5K walk sponsored by the American Cancer Society of Metro Orlando
When: Oct 31 - 8am - registration 7am
Where: Lake Eola Park
1 N Rosalind Ave.
Orlando
Contact: 407-843-8680
ANTIQUE ROSES
What: demonstration for fall & holiday arrangements presented by the Orlando Area Historical Rose Soceity
When: Nov 1 - 2:30pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free; doors open 2pm
Contact: 407-647-1219
JOB FAIR
What: over 70 employers - bring resumes & dress professionally
When: Nov 4 - noon - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-834-4022
12TH ANNUAL TASTE OF MAITLAND
What: food & beverage vendors from area restaurants with live music
When: Nov 9 - 5:30 - 8pm
Where: Lake Lily Park
840 Lake Lily Drive
Maitland
Cost: $12 advance; $15 at the gate; children 3-12 - ½ price
Contact: 407-644-0741
ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST
What: over 35 restaurants represented - food, wine & music
When: Nov 14 - noon - 9pm
15th - noon - 6pm
Where: Lake Eola & Robinson St.
Orlando
Cost: advance - $15 2-day pass; $10 day pass; $15 day of the event; food & beverages $2 - $6
Contact: www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc's other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
This is a guide to a smattering of events occurring in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area. The sections are divided into Art, Music, Theater, Author, Nature, Etc, and Plan Ahead. There is surely something for everyone. There is also a complementary list of On-Going events in the area as well & you can find those by Clicking Here! It's Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!
ART & LITERATURE
THANE MAYNARD
What: Rollins alum and director of the Cincinnati Zoo reads from and discusses his and Jane Goodall's book, Hope for Animals and Their World When: Oct 22 - 5:30pm
Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-646-2200
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH POETRY
What: Members of the International Association of Poets & Writers share poems in their native Spanish dialects
When: Oct 24 - 2pm
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7481
THEATER & MOVIES
CATS CHAT BACK
What: The cast of the touring production of the musical meet and talk with fans
When: Oct 22 - 5pm
Where: Barnes & Noble
2418 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-894-6024
BRIDE OF WILDENSTEIN: THE MUSICAL
What: Marsian & Company present this adult puppet show about a marriage that turns a woman into a beast
When: Oct 22 - 24 - 8pm
Where: The Gallery at Avalon Island
39 S. Magnolia Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-803-6670
7 DEADLY SINS
What: Emotions Dance Company combines with local artists, singers and more to create a walk-through performance about temptation When: Oct 23 - 24 - 8pm
Where: Cameo Theater
1013 E. Colonial Dr
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 25
Contact: 407-403-5993
MUSIC
CENTRAL FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL BLUES CHALLENGE
What: Blues bands and solo/duo acts compete for a chance to represent Central Florida at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis When: Oct 25 - noon - 8pm
Where: McWells Restaurant & Bar
4757 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-855-4006
LECTURE
ENDING MODERN DAY SLAVERY IN FLORIDA AND ACROSS THE GLOBE
What: Film screenings, lectures and panel discussions on the practice of human trafficking
When: Oct 21 - 10am - 2pm & 6 - 8pm
Where: University of Central Florida - Student Union
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-823-2000
ABDUL KALAM
What: The eleventh president of India speaks on the topic "World Space Vision 2050"
When: Oct 22 - 4:15pm
Where: University of Central Florida
Student Union - Pegasus Ballroom
4000 Central Florida Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-823-2000
"THE FUTURE OF THE AMERICAN DREAM" DISCUSSION
What: William Grieder a political journalist & author will lead the discussion
When: Oct 22 - 8 - 9:30pm
Where: Rollins College Bush Auditorium
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-646-2203
JEAN-MICHAEL COUSTEAU
What: The oceanographer, activist and son of Jacques Cousteau speaks about "The Great Ocean Adventure"
When: Oct 23 - 9am - 4pm
Where: Rollins College
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-691-1995
"THE 21ST CENTURY: OPPORTUNITIES AND CHALLENGES IN THE NEW MILLENNIUM" SYMPOSIUM
What: 3 panels & discussion presented by the Winter Park Institute
When: Oct 23
9 - 10:30am - "Politics and the Economy" with William
Grieder, Leah Nedderman & Anya Kamentez
11am - 12:30pm - "The Human Environment" with
Christopher Leinberger, Mark Jerome Walters & Jerome
Ringo
2 - 3:30pm - "The Natural World" with Michael Cousteau,
Thane Maynard and John Cronin
Where: Rollins College Tiedke Concert Hall
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-691-1995
FOUR THOUSAND YEARS OF ANDEAN GOLD: AN ARCHAEOLOGICAL LECTURE
What: presented by Mark Aldenderfer & sponsored by UCF's Anthropology Dept & the Central Florida Chapter of the Archaeological Institute of America
When: Oct 23 - 7pm
Where: University of Central Florida
4000 Central Florida Blvd
Psychology Bldg - Rm 108
Orlando
Cost: Free - call for a parking pass & information
Contact: 407-823-6725
HEALTH
IS YOUR ANCESTRY A RISK FACTOR FOR BREAST CANCER - A WOMEN'S FORUM
What: moderated by Dr. Kamy R. Kemp
When: Oct 21 - noon - 1pm
Where: Jewish Family Services
2100 Lee Road
Winter Park
Cost: $6 includes a light lunch - reservations required by 10/19
Contact: 407-644-7593 x 237
NATURE
BIRD IDENTIFICATION
What: 3-class course presented by the Orange Audubon Society
When: Saturdays - Oct 24 - Nov 7 - 8:30am - 12:30pm
Where: Rollins College
1000 Holt Ave
Winter Park
Cost: $25 society members; $40 nonmembers - registration required
Contact: 407-644-0796
FOOD, BEER & WINE
HARBOR NIGHTS: LA DOLCE VITA
What: A Mediterranean-style food, wine and jazz festival for the season
When: Oct 23 - 6:30 - 9pm
Where: Lowe's Portofino Bay Hotel
5601 Universal Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $35 - 60
Contact: 407-363-6890
4TH ANNUAL NURTURE THE NATIONS
What: international food & wine tasting, entertainment, auction, guest speakers
When: Oct 24 - 5:30 - 8:30pm
Where: Mennello Museum of Art
900 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $15 students & UNA members; $25 non members
Contact: 407-832-1777
SPAGHETTI DINNER
What: In honor of World Pasta Day, Brian Feldman prepares and serves the title dish for one diner at a time
When: Oct 25 - 6pm
Where: Frames Forever & Art Gallery
941 Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $10 - reservations required
Contact: 407-622-6358
FUNDRAISERS
GLITZ, GLAMOUR AND GIVING
What: Fashion show to raise money for breast cancer and lupus
When: Oct 21 - 7pm
Where: Vintage Lounge
114 S. Orange Ave
Orlando
Cost: $5 donation
Contact: 877-386-7346
DRINK PINK
What: Wine tasting and silent auction to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure
When: Oct 22 - 5:30pm
Where: Tastings: A Wine Experience
111 N. Magnolia Ave
Orlando
Cost: donation
Contact: 407-999-9950
COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE
What: Former UF football star Darryl Perry comes out to raise money for the Miracle of Life Foundation
When: Oct 23 - 5:30 - 7pm
Where: University Club of Orlando
150 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-425-2514
CHEERS TO CHARITIES
What: appetizers, entertainment & silent auction sponsored by the Orlando Junior Woman's Club to benefit local charities
When: Oct 23 - 7 - 10pm
Where: Houlihan's
9150 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $15 advance; $20 at the door
Contact: 407-426-9642
CENTRAL FLORIDA COMEDY SHOWCASE
What: Former Orlando Improv veterans Tight Mike, Laurie Fondiler, Jersey and Maryellen Hooper reunite to benefit the fight against breast and prostate cancers
When: Oct 23 - 8:30pm
Where: Embassy Suites
191 E. Pine St.
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 30
Contact: www.OrlandoEventSeries.com
HOOOOWL FOR THE ARTS
What: the Seminole Cultural Arts Councils sponsors an auction of masks made by community leaders and local artists, with dinner and live entertainment
When: Oct 24 - 6:30 - 10pm
Where: Seminole Harley Davidson
620 Hickman Circle
Sanford
Cost: $35 - 100
Contact: 407-261-2314
ETC.
FALL FEST - WINDERMERE
What: arts, crafts food, entertainment & bounce houses
When: Oct 24 - 9am - 4pm
Where: Downtown Windermere
Main St between 5th & 6th
Windermere
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-876-0270
MOUNT DORA CRAFT FAIR
What: over 350 crafters from around the country will be on display at this nationally-ranked, juried annual event
When: Oct 24 - 25 - 9am - 5pm
Where: Downtown Mount Dora
N. Donnelly St
Mount Dora
Cost: Free
Contact: 352-735-1191
FALL FEST - WEKIWA SPRINGS STATE PARK
What: with games & environmental exhibits by Wekiwa Wilderness Trust
When: Oct 24 - 10am - 2pm
Where: Wekiwa Springs State Park
1800 Wekiwa Circle
Apopka
Cost: $6 per car
Contact: 407-884-2006
FINDING MONEY FOR YOUR EDUCATION
What: learn how to obtain financial aid for studies using resources available OCLS' Foundation Center Cooperating Collection
When: Oct 24 - 10am
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7480
RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO
What: Exhibits, seminars, workshops, films, and more on the world of clean energy and energy efficiency technology
When: Oct 24 - 25- 10am - 5pm
Where: Orlando Science Center
777 E. Princeton St.
Orlando
Cost: $17
Contact: 407-514-2000
FESTIVAL CALLE ORANGE
What: Latin American festivities including live entertainment from celebrity guests, dancing and food
When: Oct 25- 11am - 8pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange Ave & Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $12
Contact: 407-381-5310
OPA! FEST '09 GREEK FAIR
What: Taverna Opa offers this celebration of Greek culture with music, food, dancing and prizes
When: Oct 25- noon - 5pm
Where: Taverna Opa
Pointe Orlando
9101 International Dr
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-879-2481
PLAN AHEAD
11TH ANNUAL MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK
What: 5K walk sponsored by the American Cancer Society of Metro Orlando
When: Oct 31 - 8am - registration 7am
Where: Lake Eola Park
1 N Rosalind Ave.
Orlando
Contact: 407-843-8680
ANTIQUE ROSES
What: demonstration for fall & holiday arrangements presented by the Orlando Area Historical Rose Soceity
When: Nov 1 - 2:30pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free; doors open 2pm
Contact: 407-647-1219
JOB FAIR
What: over 70 employers - bring resumes & dress professionally
When: Nov 4 - noon - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Dr.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-834-4022
12TH ANNUAL TASTE OF MAITLAND
What: food & beverage vendors from area restaurants with live music
When: Nov 9 - 5:30 - 8pm
Where: Lake Lily Park
840 Lake Lily Drive
Maitland
Cost: $12 advance; $15 at the gate; children 3-12 - ½ price
Contact: 407-644-0741
ORLANDO FOOD & WINE FEST
What: over 35 restaurants represented - food, wine & music
When: Nov 14 - noon - 9pm
15th - noon - 6pm
Where: Lake Eola & Robinson St.
Orlando
Cost: advance - $15 2-day pass; $10 day pass; $15 day of the event; food & beverages $2 - $6
Contact: www.OrlandoFoodandWineFest.com
For information on Orlando real estate and Orlando homes for sale in addition to Orlando relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Greater Orlando Area Realtor @ 407-463-1034. Additional information is available for Seminole County real estate, Orange County real estate, West Volusia County and South Lake County.
To learn more about Marc and the services he has to offer, visit his website.
Marc Grossman, GRI - http://www.OrlandoHomes-4u.com/ - 407-463-1034
You can read Marc's other blogs Real Estate Morsels, Real Estate Off The Leash & Real Estate Cracker
Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009. Winter Springs is made up of the zip code 32708. For purposes of this analysis we are only splitting the data according to single-family homes vs, condominiums, townhomes and villas.
A couple of definitions are in order. The median sales price means that 50% of the homes sold for more and 50% of the homes sold for less during a certain period of time - in other words, it's the midpoint of sale prices. So basically what this means, is that the median sales price is showing market activity in that it's specifically indicating which price range is more active.
The average sales price, as opposed to the median sales price, is the total volume of sold properties divided by the number of properties sold.
The sales to list price ratio is just that, you're dividing the average sales price by the average list price and coming up with a percentage that tells you how much of the list price the average homes sold for.
There needs to be a disclaimer here. These stats are only as good as telling us what it being purchased and happening at a certain period in time. Also, it needs to be fully understood that not only is real estate local, but it is hyper-local. What this means is that the trends that we hear about are overall. Let's put it this way, what's happening in one neighborhood, may not be realized in the neighborhood next door.
Additionally, these are only monthly statistics and to get a better scope of what is happening, you need to look at a longer period of time. More high-end homes might be sold in one month as opposed to another. By looking at a longer period, you will get a better overall picture. It is all relative and this has to be understood when utilizing these stats.
Single-Family Homes
27 homes sold during the month of September.
The average sales price is $254,446 with 116 days on the market.
The median sales price is $222,500.
The sales to list price ratio is 94%.
The most expensive home sold for $740K in Bear Creek Estates and was on the market 133 days
The least expensive home sold for $42,750 in North Orlando Townsite after 240 days on the market.
The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $234,112 with 184 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 95% on 24 sales, an increase of 13%.
The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 39% and an increase in the median sales price of 27%. There was no change in sales volume nor sales to list price ratio.
Condos, Townhomes & Villas
12 homes sold
The average sales price is $99,856 with 162 days on the market.
The median sales price is $103,750.
The sales to list price ratio is 96%.
The most expensive townhome sold for $161,680 in Heritage Commons and was new construction.
The least expensive townhome sold for $49,000 in Moss Place after 151 days on the market.
The average sales price a year earlier was $196,359 with 72 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 97% on 3 sales, a 300% increase.
The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 4% and an increase in the median sales price of 16%. There was no change in sales volume with a 3% increase in the sales to list price ratio.
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VISION
To make a difference to everyone Marc works with on a daily basis by adding value and quality to their lives through his knowledge, expertise and service.
MISSION
In working with a Seller - to sell their property for more money net to them in less time with minimal inconvenience to their lifestyle. In working with a Buyer - to assist them in purchasing a property within their prescribed parameters with the experience being comfortable, exciting and fun for all those involved.
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Marc is involved with his community. Currently, Marc is Chairperson of the Board of Directors of Community Health Centers, Inc, a $27M non-profit organization. Marc is a member of the Apopka Chamber of Commerce and Metropolitan Business Association & have previously been on its' Board as well as that of other Community Associations. Marc is active in the Orlando Regional Realtor Association and the Florida Association of Realtors sits on many of their committees. He believes in giving back to the community that has supported him. Additionally, Marc donates 10% of his net proceeds to Hospice of the Comforter.
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Born in Newark, New Jersey in 1954, Marc grew up in Union and South Orange, New Jersey where he attended Seton Hall University majoring in Marketing and Secondary Education. Marc moved to Florida in 1986 to assist in the care of his parents. Marc opted for real estate, because several times in the past I found himself helping friends and acquaintances in their purchase of a home. This has turned out to be one of the best decisions that Marc has made in his life. To say that Marc loves what he does and that Marc loves real estate - is an understatement.
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