The Background Craigslist is a great tool to find almost anything you are looking for. But with every great tool, there are always some pitfalls. Unfortunately, in this case that means unscrupulous scammers. This is occurring on eBay and other auction sites as well. My experience with these scammers has occurred on numerous occasions this year due to personal rentals and listings that I had posted on Craigslist. What they did in my case was to place ads on Craigslist with email accounts that they created using my name, supposedly lending authenticity to what they are doing. In a couple of cases they found old listings that I had and just copied those. In one case, they used the information on a home for sale that was placed, but had photos of a different property and were trying to rent it - go figure! The Scenario The scam usually involves a story that the person had to move out of the country for work, etc. The scenarios that I encountered at the beginning of the year involved them moving to England, but since then it's been somewhere in Africa (lately Nigeria) and they'll send you a link to a company that they supposedly work for, again hopefully trying to give more authentication to their story. They would tell the potential renter to drive-by the house & if they were interested they should email them and they would be sent instructions on how to send the security deposit and then therefore receive the keys to the house. Usually the rents were set much lower than the market value as a way to entice people. Being a REALTOR®, I was very lucky that I had my signs in the yard & people would call me, usually all excited because they thought they had found a great deal. Unfortunately, I'm aware of one person that did go through and send them money before contacting me. Because of this, I knew that I had to do something and therefore contacted the local police where I live. They said that they couldn't do anything but did help in leading me in the correct direction. I then contacted the police in the city where the property was located, Craigslist and also the Orange County Fraud Division, which sent me to the Internet Crime Complaint Center. What I learned from the later was totally astonishing and sad at the same time. It appears that they get at least a dozen calls a day from people that have been scammed via the Internet. I know this happens, but the enormity of it I couldn't fathom. Craigslist has a FAQ's page with a lot of information. If you scroll down to the bottom of the page you can send them an email. Try to be as specific as possible. Once I did get in contact with someone, they had the ad pulled quickly. What's really sad is that the county's Fraud Division said that there is very little they could do. I thought it would be easy and that they could track the IP address from where the post was initiated. These scammers are quite smart and even the address that they use for you to send them money are drop boxes and also untraceable from what I was told. The one way that I was able get a handle on all this was to check the Craigslist category that I posted to and then search for the address. It was very helpful in putting some of this to rest. I would suggest that you do not contact the person submitting these ads. They will simply just create another email account. As was earlier stated, the scams run the gamut and not just isolated to Real Estate. The Solutions 1. Deal only with local people that you can meet whether they are a buyer or seller 2. NEVER wire money and that includes Western Union or any other wire service 3. Fake Money Orders or Cashier Checks are not as uncommon as you may think - you will be held responsible if your bank discovers it not to be authentic. 4. Just because they are using an ‘Escrow Service' such as PayPal, Authorize.Net, SquareTrade or others does not in any way guarantee the service or product. 5. NEVER give out any of your information whether it is financial, social security number, etc. The long and short of it is that you should trust your instincts. If it's too good to be true - it probably is. If you have a queasy feeling about something - then listen to yourself. REMEMBER - ‘Caveat Emptor' - Let the Buyer Beware!! Yes, there are some lovely people are out there. If they put this much effort into a real job, imagine how successful they might be, but.... 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!
ART & LITERATURE
IN YOUR BACKYARD: WHERE NEWCOMERS MEET THE ARTS
What: brief orientation from several cultural & arts orgs presented by the United Arts of Central Florida
When: Oct 14 - 8 - 9:30am
Where: Hannibal Square Heritage Center
642 W. New England Ave
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-628-0333 x 29
THEATER & MOVIES
RAFFTRAX: PLAN 9 FROM OUTER SPACE
What: presented by Michael J. Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett of Mystery Science Theater 3000
When: Oct 8 - 7:30pm
Where: Waterford Lakes Regal Cinema Stadium
541 N. Alafaya Trl
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-207-4603
THE BLAIR WITCH PROJECT
What: Tenth anniversary screening of the horror mockumentary, followed by a Q&A with producer Robin Cowie
When: Oct 10 - 11:59pm
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave
Maitland
Cost: $8
Contact: 407-629-0054
MUSIC & DANCE
LIGHT THE FUZE: A HERO'S BALL
What: jeff Jones hosts this kickoff party for Come Out With Pride When: Oct 8 - 6:30 - 10pm
Where: Orange County Regional History Center
65 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-836-8500
CLUB 54: A NIGHT AT THE DISCO
What: A night for '70s music and attire as part of Come Out With Pride 2009
When: Oct 8 - 9pm
Where: Slingapour's
17 Wall St Plaza
Orlando
Cost: $7 - 10
Contact: 407-849-9904
ROCK FOR HUNGER FEST
What: several bands playing at 3 venues with the proceeds going to help the homeless community
When: Oct 10 - 5pm
Where: Backbooth, 57 West & Tanqueray's
all located on Pine St.
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-999-2570
RUPAUL - ORLANDO PRIDE WEEKEND
When: Oct 10 - 10pm
Where: Parliament House
410 N. Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando
Cost: contact venue
Contact: 407-425-7571
HEALTH
MENTAL HEALTH FAIR
What: presented by the National Alliance of Mental Illness of Greater Orlando in honor of Mental Illness Awareness Week
When: Oct 7 - 5pm
Where: Embassy Suites Orlando Downtown
191 E. Pine St.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-253-1900
NATURE
MEDICAL PLANTS FOR THE FLORIDA GARDENER - ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURE
What: presented by the Central Florida Anthropological Society
When: Oct 8 - 7pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-948-3994
FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING
When: Oct 17th - 9 - 11am
20th - noon - 2pm
Where: Willow Street Community Center
6565 Willow St.
Zellwood
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-254-9224
FOOD
TASTE OF ALTAMONTE
What: Sample a variety of cuisine from community restaurants
When: Oct 12 - 6 - 9pm
Where: Cranes Roost Park - Uptown Altamonte
274 Cranes Roost Blvd.
Altamonte Springs
Cost: $25 - 30
Contact: 407-262-2773
ETC.
SOUTHERN WOMEN'S SHOW
What: fall consumer show w/fashion, health & cooking exhibits
When: Oct 8 - 10am - 6pm
9 & 10th - 10am - 7pm
11th - 10am - 5pm
Where: Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $8 advance; $10 at the door; $5 - ages 6 - 12
Contact: 800-849-0248
ALIVE AFTER 5: OKTOBERFEST
What: Street party with beer, German food and music
When: Oct 8 - 5 - 8pm
Where: Downtown Sanford
1st St & Sanford Ave
Sanford
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-302-2586
SPOOKY EMPIRE'S ULTIMATE HORROR WEEKEND 2009
What: Horror convention features George Romero and other celebrity appearances, live music, film screenings, tattooing, vendors and more
When: Oct 9 - 5pm
10th & 11th - 11am
Where: Wyndham Orlando Resort
8001 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $25 - 175
Contact: 954-258-7852
OCOEE'S FOUNDER'S DAY FESTIVAL
What: with concerts including Charlie Daniels & Jim Van Fleet beginning at 7pm on the 9th & others from 3:30 - 9:15 on Sat with fireworks afterwards. Arts & crafts from 9am - 6pm on the 10th.
When: Oct 9 - 10
Where: Bill Breeze Park at Starke Lake
125 N. Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-905-3100
FALL FESTIVAL
What: beach volleyball tourney & entertainment by local bands
When: Oct 10 - 9am - 7pm
Where: Gaston Edwards Park
1236 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
18TH ANNUAL FOSSIL FAIR
What: fossils, rocks, gems, minerals, artifacts, books, supplies, children's dig pit & silent auction
When: Oct 10 - 9am - 5pm
11th - 10am - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $4 adults; $1 children
Contact: 407-699-9274
EAST ORLANDO OCTOBERFEST
What: beer, food sampling & entertainment
When: Oct 10 - 1 - 5pm
Where: Waterford Lakes Town Center
413 N. Alafaya Trail
Orlando
Cost: $25 advance; $35 at the gate
Contact: 407-383-2331
PLAN AHEAD
BRAIN HEALTH - ALZHEIMER'S
What: how it affects our community & how to maintain a brain-healthy lifestyle
When: Oct 15 - 1 - 2:30pm
Where: Jewish Community Center
851 N. Maitland Ave.
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-645-5933 x 244
TASTE OF THORNTON PARK
What: food & wine festival
When: Oct 15 - 6 - 9pm
Where: The Fountain
Washington St & Hyer Ave
Orlando
Cost: $25 advance; $35 at the door
Contact: 407-765-5050
CARDBOARD CANOE REGATTA
What: teams of 4 will have 3 hrs to design & build a canoe make only of cardboard & duct tape w/ a race at 1pm in Rock Springs; children's activities, music, etc.
When: Oct 17 - 9am - 5pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-246-2620
HORSE SHOW
What: competition and classes
When: Oct 17 & 18 - 9am
Where: Clarcona Horseman's Park
3535 Damon Road
Apopka
Cost: Free; concessions available
Contact: 407-359-2313
ROCK FEST
What: buy, trade & sell gemstones, minerals & handmade jewelry
When: Oct 17 - 9am - noon
Where: Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society
2721 Forsyth Rd - Ste. 101
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-625-6336
CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE AUCTION
What: by the SE Peanuts Collectors Club 9th annual auction & swap
When: Oct 17 - noon
Where: Canine Companions for Independence
8150 Clarcona-Ocoee Rd.
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-765-5913
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
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
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
FALL FEST - WEKIWA SPRINGS STATE PARK
What: w/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
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
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
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!
ART & LITERATURE
PORTRAITS OF HUNGER SHOWCASE
What: Outstanding photographs from Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida's competition for images of hunger
When: Sept 30 - 8:30pm
Where: Eden Bar at the Enzian
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-1088
THEATER & MOVIES
DATE NIGHT AT THE GARDENS
What: outdoor screening
When: Oct 2 - 8:30pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $7 adults; $2 children - concessions available; bring picnic basket, blanket, chairs - gates open at 6pm
Contact: 407-246-2620
MUSIC & DANCE
ELLA MUSIC FEST
What: music from local female-fronted bands and lady singers and songwriters, with speeches from Patty Sheehan and Beth Marshall, contests and a crafts market;
When: Oct 1 - 6 - 11pm
2nd - 8pm
3rd & 4th - noon
Where: Cameo Theater
1013 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $10 - 15
Contact: 407-872-8451
WINTER GARDEN MUSIC FEST
What: more than 30 musicians on outdoor stages & inside the Garden Theatre with food, arts, crafts, children's activities & historical train rides
When: Oct 2 - 5 - 10pm
3rd - noon - 11pm
4th - noon - 5pm
Where: Downtown Winter Garden
Plant Street
Winter Garden
Cost: Free; train tickets $5
Contact: 407-656-3244
JAZZ CONCERT
What: The Central Florida Jazz Society will present Bill Alfred's Classic Jazz Band
When: Oct 4 - 3 - 5:30pm
Where: Plaza Theatre
425 N. Bumby Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $15 nonmembers; $10 members; $3 college students w/ID; high school & younger - free
Contact: 407-539-2357
FOOD
BEERTOBERFEST
What: over 40 beers at an outdoor beer garden, featuring live music
When: Oct 3 - 3 - 10pm
Where: Downtown Orlando
Orange & Church Sts.
Orlando
Cost: $20
NATURE
ANTIQUE BERMUDA ROSES
What: presented by the Orlando Area Historical Rose Society
When: Oct 4 - 2:30pm; doors open at 2pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-645-3922
NATIVE FLORIDA GRASSES
What: with Walter Kingsley Taylor of UCF & the Tarflower Chapter of the Native Florida Plant Society
When: Oct 6 - 7pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-5233
FLORIDA FRIENDLY LANDSCAPING
When: Oct 6 - 7 - 9pm
17th - 9 - 11am
20th - noon - 2pm
Where: Willow Street Community Center
6565 Willow St.
Zellwood
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-254-9224
FUNDRAISERS
9TH ANNUAL BREAST HEALTH AWARENESS DAY LUNCHEON
What: panel discussion, entertainment, etc.
When: Oct 1 - 9:30am - 2pm
Where: Citrus Club
255 S. Orange Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $30
Contact: 407-373-6768
HEADDRESS BALL XX
What: benefitting Hope & Health of Central Florida
When: Oct 3 - 6pm
Where: Hilton Orlando
6001 Destination Pkwy
Orlando
Cost: $200 - 350
Contact: 407-645-2577
GREATER ORLANDO HEART WALK
What: 5K fundraiser to benefit the American Heart Association
When: Oct 3 - 8pm
Where: Loch Haven Park
2416 N. Mills Ave
Orlando
Cost: donation
Contact: 407-843-1330
BIKERS GONE WILD POKER RUN
What: Bikers collect poker hands with contests for best and worst on this trip to raise money for the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
When: Oct 4 - 9pm
Where: Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
18515 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 25
Contact: 407-568-5138
ETC.
VILLAGE FEST: ONE WORLD, ONE NIGHT
What: An international bazaar celebrating the cultures and crafts of developing nations, with music, food and an auction
When: Oct 1 - 6 - 9pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer's Market
200 W. New England Ave.
Winter Park
Cost: $35 advance; $40 at the door
Contact: 407-670-5616
ART UNDER THE STARS - 33RD ANNUAL MAITLAND ROTARY ART FESTIVAL
What: art, entertainment, food & activities for children
When: Oct 2 - 6 - 10pm
3rd - 10am - 10pm
4th - 10am - 5pm
Where: Lake Lily Park
840 Lake Lily Drive
Maitland
Cost: Free; parking $5
Contact: 407-263-5218
SANFORD FALL REGATTA
What: Sailing races presented by the Lake Monroe Sailing Association
When: Oct 3 & 4 - 10:30am
Where: The Palms Island Resort & Marina
530 N. Palmetto Ave.
Sanford
Cost: Free; $50 - registration to participate
Contact: 407-323-1910
PLAN AHEAD
SOUTHERN WOMEN'S SHOW
What: fall consumer show w/fashion, health & cooking exhibits
When: Oct 8 - 10am - 6pm
9 & 10th - 10am - 7pm
11th - 10am - 5pm
Where: Orange County Convention Center
9800 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $8 advance; $10 at the door; $5 - ages 6 - 12
Contact: 800-849-0248
MEDICAL PLANTS FOR THE FLORIDA GARDENER - ANTHROPOLOGICAL LECTURE
What: presented by the Central Florida Anthropological Society
When: Oct 8 - 7pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 321-948-3994
OCOEE'S FOUNDER'S DAY FESTIVAL
What: with concerts including Charlie Daniels & Jim Van Fleet beginning at 7pm on the 9th & others from 3:30 - 9:15 on Sat with fireworks afterwards. Arts & crafts from 9am - 6pm on the 10th.
When: Oct 9 - 10
Where: Bill Breeze Park at Starke Lake
125 N. Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-905-3100
FALL FESTIVAL
What: beach volleyball tourney & entertainment by local bands
When: Oct 10 - 9am - 7pm
Where: Gaston Edwards Park
1236 N. Orange Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-484-5839
18TH ANNUAL FOSSIL FAIR
What: fossils, rocks, gems, minerals, artifacts, books, supplies, children's dig pit & silent auction
When: Oct 10 - 9am - 5pm
11th - 10am - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $4 adults; $1 children
Contact: 407-699-9274
BRAIN HEALTH - ALZHEIMER'S
What: how it affects our community & how to maintain a brain-healthy lifestyle
When: Oct 15 - 1 - 2:30pm
Where: Jewish Community Center
851 N. Maitland Ave.
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-645-5933 x 244
HORSE SHOW
What: competition and classes
When: Oct 17 & 18 - 9am
Where: Clarcona Horseman's Park
3535 Damon Road
Apopka
Cost: Free; concessions available
Contact: 407-359-2313
ROCK FEST
What: buy, trade & sell gemstones, minerals & handmade jewelry
When: Oct 17 - 9am - noon
Where: Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society
2721 Forsyth Rd - Ste. 101
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-625-6336
CANINE COMPANIONS FOR INDEPENDENCE AUCTION
What: by the SE Peanuts Collectors Club 9th annual auction & swap
When: Oct 17 - noon
Where: Canine Companions for Independence
8150 Clarcona-Ocoee Rd.
Orlando
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-765-5913
FALL FEST
What: w/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
4TH ANNUAL NURTURE THE NATIONS
What: international food & wine tasting, entertainment, auction, etc.
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
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
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!
ART & LITERATURE
BUZZ ALDRIN
What: astronaut signs and discusses his latest book Magnificent Desolation: The Long Journey Home From the Moon
When: Sept 24 - 7pm
Where: Borders Books & Music
600 S. Orlando Ave.
Winter Park
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-647-3300
5TH ANNUAL MUSEUM DAY
What: presented by Smithsonian Magazine
When: Sept 26
Where: Albin Polasek Museum & Sculpture Gardens
633 Osceola Ave.
Winter Park
Cost: Free - download your card at www.smithsonian.com/museumday
Contact: 407-647-6294
MEL MARTINEZ: A SENSE OF BELONGING: FROM CASTRO'S CUBA TO THE U.S. SENATE, ONE MAN'S PURSUIT OF THE AMERICAN DREAM
What: the Senator will share his stories as a politician, author & Cuban immigrant
When: Sept 26 - 10am
Where: Orlando Public Library
101 E. Central Blvd.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-835-7480
PORTRAITS OF HUNGER SHOWCASE
What: Outstanding photographs from Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida's competition for images of hunger
When: Sept 30 - 8:30pm
Where: Eden Bar at the Enzian
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-629-1088
THEATER & MOVIES
GLOBAL PEACE FILM FESTIVAL
What: Their mission is to expand the definition of peace beyond anti-war, ideology, activism or specific causes through film
When: Sept 22 - 27
Where: The majority appear to be shown at Rollins College & Winter Park Library with some also at UCF
Cost: varies
Contact: 407-224-6625 or 407-894-3474
DAS RHEINGOLD
What: filmed production of Wagner's fantasy performed by the Barcelona-based La Fura dels Baus company
When: Sept 26 - noon
Where: Enzian Theater
1300 S. Orlando Ave.
Maitland
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-629-0054
MUSIC & DANCE
ORLANDO SWING BAND
When: Sept 27 - 2pm
Where: Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center
201 Magnolia Ave.
Sanford
Cost: $10
Contact: 407-321-8111
HEALTH
WHY OUR HEALTH MATTERS
What: Dr. Andrew Weil discusses the importance of health care reform
When: Sept 26 - 7pm
Where: Wyndham Orlando Resort
8001 International Drive
Orlando
Cost: $40 - 150
Contact: 407-595-3731
CHILDREN
NIGHT AT THE MUSEUM
What: for ages 5 - 12 including gallery exploration, art activities & pizza dinner
When: Sept 25 - 6 - 8pm
Where: Orlando Museum of Art
2416 N. Mills Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Registration required Wed prior to event - $15 - $5 extracare til 8:30pm
Contact: 407-896-4231
FUNDRAISERS
LIGHT THE NIGHT WALK
What: benefitting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society with entertainment, food & drink & activities for all
When: Sept 26 - 5:30pm
Where: Lake Eola Park
1 N. Rosalind Ave.
Orlando
Cost: Registration required
Contact: 407-898-0733
10TH ANNUAL VINO WINE TASTING
What: benefitting East Seals with dining, dancing, music, wine & food tastings from local wine shops & restaurants with silent & live auctions
When: Sept 26 - 7pm
Where: The Ballroom at Church Street
225 S. Garland Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $75
Contact: 407-629-7881
WALK FOR T.I.M.E. (TECHNOLOGY, IMMEDIATE DIAGNOSIS, MAMMOGRAPHY & EDUCATION)
What: benefitting TIME & MD Anderson Cancer Center Walk begins at food court entrance near Panera
When: Sept 27 - 7:30 - 10am
Where: Mall at Milenia
4200 Conroy Rd
Orlando
Cost: $10 donation suggested to participate - pink ribbon bagels & prizes
Contact: 321-841-2272
ETC.
ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SOLAR ENERGY INCENTIVE WORKSHOP
What: Orange County, OUC, Progress Energy and Florida Local Environmental Resource Agency present this class on how to save through solar; at the Orange County Convention Center
When: Sept 25 & 26 - 9 - 11am
Where: Orange County Extension Office
2350 E. Michigan St.
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-836-7573
OKTOBERFEST
What: Downtown party celebrating the German festival of beer, brats and dancing
When: Sept 25 - 6 - 9pm
Where: Wall Street Plaza
Wall & Court Sts.
Orlando
Cost: $20
Contact: 407-849-9904
FIESTA DEL COQUI
What: celebration of the Hispanic culture with live music, crafts, activities and demonstrations
When: Sept 26 & 27 - 10am - 3pm
Where: Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3755 N. U. S. Hwy 17-92
Cost: $10.95
Contact: 407-323-4450
OKTOBERFEST 2009
What: German food, live German music and fresh, organic Oktoberfest beer
When: Sept 26 - 6pm
Where: Orlando Brewing Company
1301 Atlanta Ave.
Orlando
Contact: 407-872-1117
PLAN AHEAD
VILLAGE FEST: ONE WORLD, ONE NIGHT
What: An international bazaar celebrating the cultures and crafts of developing nations, with music, food and an auction
When: Oct 1 - 6 - 9pm
Where: Winter Park Farmer's Market
200 W. New England Ave.
Winter Park
Cost: $35 advance; $40 at the door
Contact: 407-670-5616
WINTER GARDEN MUSIC FEST
What: more than 30 musicians on outdoor stages & inside the Garden Theatre with food, arts, crafts, children's activities & historical train rides
When: Oct 2 - 5 - 10pm
3rd - noon - 11pm
4th - noon - 5pm
Where: Downtown Winter Garden
Plant Street
Winter Garden
Cost: Free; train tickets $5
Contact: 407-656-3244
DATE NIGHT AT THE GARDENS
What: outdoor screening
When: Oct 2 - 8:30pm
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens
1920 N. Forest Ave.
Orlando
Cost: $7 adults; $2 children - concessions available; bring picnic basket, blanket, chairs - gates open at 6pm
Contact: 407-246-2620
BIKERS GONE WILD POKER RUN
What: Bikers collect poker hands with contests for best and worst on this trip to raise money for the Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
When: Oct 4 - 9pm
Where: Back to Nature Wildlife Refuge
18515 E. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $20 - 25
Contact: 407-568-5138
OCOEE'S FOUNDER'S DAY FESTIVAL
What: with concerts including Charlie Daniels & Jim Van Fleet beginning at 7pm on the 9th & others from 3:30 - 9:15 on Sat with fireworks afterwards. Arts & crafts from 9am - 6pm on the 10th.
When: Oct 9 - 10
Where: Bill Breeze Park at Starke Lake
125 N. Lakeshore Drive
Ocoee
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-905-3100
18TH ANNUAL FOSSIL FAIR
What: fossils, rocks, gems, minerals, artifacts, books, supplies, children's dig pit & silent auction
When: Oct 10 - 9am - 5pm
11th - 10am - 4pm
Where: Central Florida Fairgrounds
4603 W. Colonial Drive
Orlando
Cost: $4 adults; $1 children
Contact: 407-699-9274
ROCK FEST
What: buy, trade & sell gemstones, minerals & handmade jewelry
When: Oct 17 - 9am - noon
Where: Central Florida Mineral & Gem Society
2721 Forsyth Rd - Ste. 101
Orlando
Cost: Free
Contact: 407-625-6336
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 August 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 August.
The average sales price is $183,422 with 108 days on the market.
The median sales price is $175,000.
The sales to list price ratio is 94%.
The most expensive home sold for $317K in Chestnut Ridge and was on the market 314 days
The least expensive home sold for $50,000 in Deersong after 363 days on the market.
The average sales price for the same period a year earlier was $269,958 with 143 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 93% on 28 sales, a decrease of 4%.
The month to month changes show a decrease in the average sales price of 23% and a decrease in the median sales price of 20%. There was a decrease in sales volume of 16% with a 1% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.
Condos, Townhomes & Villas
12 homes sold
The average sales price is $95,678 with 226 days on the market.
The median sales price is $89,500.
The sales to list price ratio is 93%.
The most expensive townhome sold for $169,170 in Heritage Commons and was new construction.
The least expensive condo sold for $27,000 in Sheoah in The Highlands after 78 days on the market.
The average sales price a year earlier was $169,471 with 140 days on the market and a sales to list price ratio of 94% on 7 sales, a 71% increase.
The month to month changes show an increase in the average sales price of 20% and an increase in the median sales price of 3%. There was an increase in sales volume of 140% with a 3% decrease in the sales to list price ratio.
For information on Winter Springs and Seminole County real estate and Winter Springs and Seminole County homes for sale in addition to Winter Springs and Seminole County relocation contact Marc Grossman, your Winter Springs and Seminole County 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.
If you’re planning on selling your home in the Orlando area, or relocating to Orlando or the Central Florida area, Marc is your Greater Orlando Central Florida Real Estate Specialists! Marc It Sold
A licensed REALTOR® can sell your Orlando Real Estate, find your dream home in the Orlando or surrounding Central Florida areas, close to the best schools in Orange County or Seminole County and assist you with a mortgage that is tailored to your specific needs. If you would like to know more about Orlando Real Estate, Orlando Relocation, Orlando homes for sale, contact Marc your Greater Orlando Central Florida Real Estate Specialist! E-mail him, or give him a call to see what your Orlando home is worth today!
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.
COMMUNITY
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.
CREDENTIALS
Marc believes in education. Marc is:
Marc believes in educating you - the consumer - & giving you the tools to make the most informed decision that you can.
PERSONAL
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.
Marc serves the Greater Orlando Central Florida area including the counties of Orange, Seminole, West Volusia & South Lake. Some of the ciites in this region are:
Call Marc, your Greater Orlando Central Florida Real Estate Specialist today!
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