I like to report what’s going on in the Seminole County foreclosure market (which includes short sales and bank owned).  Whether you’re considering selling your home or you’re looking to buy a home (first homes AND investment properties) The knowledge our office has of the Seminole County market can help you meet YOUR goals!!!

In the first quarter of 2010, there have been 1,210 sales, of those, 282 were short sales (23%), 445 were bank owned (37%), and 483 were “regular” sales (39%).  Also, median home prices are broken down the same way: Median Home price in Orlando Area was $110,000, short sales were $115,000, bank owned was $74,000 and “regular” was $166,500.

Ready to see for yourself?  Here’s the link to see the 729 homes: Click Here

What’s Homeownership REALLY Worth in Central Florida

Homeowners have seen a decline in their homes value in the last few years. That’s a fact.  If you bought your home in 2004-2008, it’s probably worth less than you paid. However how is homeownership in the LONG RUN?

The National Association of Realtors has just released statistics that go back and show you how your net worth has been impacted by home prices if you had bought your house 5, 10, 15, and 20 years ago.  It’s kind of interesting!  Here’s the links:

Orlando Area Report

Link to see other area reports

If you’re in the market to purchase a home, whether it’s your first home or you’re adding an investment property… call me for a no-obligation appointment to see if we can work together! 407-260-8800