MAGNIFICENT UNIQUE ESTATE HOME WITH LAKE VIEW & 5th HOLE GOLFCOURSE VIEW IN GUARD-GATED KEENE’S POINT.  Not your average estate here!  Built specifically to take-in the amazing sunsets and lake views of Lake Burden.Breathtaking views when you enter your stained-glass front door of the fountained pool & lake. Double curving staircases with an amazing chandelier lead you upstairs.  Second floor living, dining and gourmet kitchen are one grand space with plenty of elbow room for a large party.  Cool pool view from upstairs thanks to a partial glass floor.  Master suite is upstairs off living areas with bay window for a great view.  Master bath has all the bells & whistles.  Four guest suites on lower level.  Great forin-laws or live-in help.  No need to worry about groceries/laundry, use the handy dumb-waiter to get items up & down.  Relax & enjoy movies or sports in your huge theatre room.  Office space plus bonus room for exercise or nursery.  For outdoor living, french doors lead you onto the bricked-paver, covered patio with several entertaining areas, summer kitchen area & heated pool.  Pool bath & outdoor shower are steps away.  There are electronic screens for privacy or nighttime entertaining.  Common boat dock/slip are close by.  Owners have taken pride & meticulously maintained property.   Home on cul-du-sac street so very private.  Must join club to use common area facilites.  If you’re tired of the same old thing, then this is YOUR NEW HOME

List Price: $1,598,000
List Price Per Sq. Ft.: $226.41
Sold Price: $1,200,000
Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $187.50
Sq. Ft.: 6,400
Lot Size: .44 Acres
Listing Broker: Weichert Realtors Hallmark Pro
Selling Broker: World Realty USA, Inc.

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Short Sale.  Beautifully appointed 5 bedroom 4 1/2 bath home with hardwood floors, crown moulding, volume ceilings, formal dining and living rooms, mature oaks, located on cul-de-sac in elegant gated community.This home has a large gourmet kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters, large family room with built in entertainment center, impressive 2 story foyer, rear staircase, huge bonus room above garage, 5th bedroom has french doors leading toa large balcony overlooking the pool and has a view of the lake.

List Price: $810,000
List Price Per Sq. Ft.: $147.07
Sold Price: $610,000
Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $128.34
Sq. Ft.: 4,753
Lot Size: 1.50 Acres
Listing Broker: Florida Realty Investments
Selling Broker: Keller Williams Heritage Realty – Gitta Urbainczyk

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Work With a Green Real Estate Agent

There is a special breed of real estate agents emerging and they focus on the Central Florida green real estate sector. These agents are given training on what to look for to determine how environmentally friendly a home is in terms of insulation, energy consumption and materials. Some certifications are now available for green real estate agents and these agents will be in a better position to understand your needs and help you assess the green value of a property.

Look At Property with Green Certification

The government offers certification for homes and Central Florida property that meet with set standards for energy efficiency. If you are looking into purchasing green real estate, you can look for property that has Energy Star Certification. If you are looking at older homes you will not see these types of certifications but can inspect the home with your agent to see how efficient it is with energy.

Use Online Resources

There are websites that are listing homes and real estate that are certified green or have a lot of green features. These sites can be a resourceful tool to help you find green properties within your area with a price that falls within your budget. My listings have homes, townhomes and condos that are perfect for people that are thinking green. Give me a call today if you need more information about Central Florida green real estate.

Fabulous new construction “Green” Home in heart of Via’s in Winter Park w/deeded access with shared lake lot/dock, to Winter Park Lake Chain. Transitional design, no detail overlooked, modern function & open living plan. 4 bd 4bth & 2 halfbath home with bonus room and office or 5th bedroom with nearly 4,700 sf with master suite downstairs and secondary bedrooms each have dedicated baths. 3rd bedroom suite upstairs with snack area with beverage refrigerator. Stone and hardwood floors and plenty of storage and flexible space. The kitchen features custom cherry cabinets, marble counters, custom tile backsplash with handcrafted tiles, undermount sinks and Thermador series stainless appliances. Eat-in kitchen with additional 12 foot island opens to lanai with 26′ folding doors for wide open space to outside, perfect for entertaining w/a pool view. Entertain & live outdoors w/ generous covered living space, hand stained tongue and groove ceilings & built-in outdoor grill. Salt water system, Pebble tech pool w/ water feature and spa with gas heater, natural stone pavered pool deck and outdoor shower. Finish level and function continues throughout secondary rooms that include 2 laundry rooms, mud Room, butler’s pantry, walk in pantry, morning kitchen , upstairs bonus room. Environmentally conscious green certification for the most discriminating buyer. Walk/bike to Winter Park Racquet club, Park avenue and top rated schools. This home is ready to move in! Construction completed.

List Price: $1,299,000
List Price Per Sq. Ft.: $281.29
Sold Price: $$1,162,500
Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $251.73
Sq. Ft.: 4618
Lot Size: .32 Acres
Listing Broker: Coldwell Banker Residental RE
Selling Broker: Anne Rogers Realty LLC

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This is the best value in this gated upscale “The Reserve” neighborhood of Alaqua Lakes which is conveniently located near the front gate and the Legacy golf club. This fabulous updated 1 story executive home, nestled among 24 spacious estatehome features a 21×12 study, a 22×21 home theater with all the electronics, a 23×15 game room, electronic blinds, gas generator, spacious kitchen and a master closet you could live in. The entertainment pool/spa area with a large covered lanai and a gazebo bar opens up to the spacious private rear 1/2 acre lot overlooking the conservation area. Built by one of the top quality builders in CentraL Florida this unique executive home is ready for immediate occupancy. This luxurious community offers not only excellent schools, but has natural gas throughout, a seven acre park with a community pavilion, junior Olympic pool, tennis courts, beach volleyball court, multi-purpose ball fields,  basketball court, fully equipped playground and features a private Tom Fazio golf course and clubhouse.

List Price: $1,299,000
List Price Per Sq. Ft.: $231.52
Sold Price: $976,000
Sold Price Per Sq. Ft.: $194.97
Sq. Ft.: 5006
Lot Size: .62 Acres
Listing Broker: Coldwell Banker Residential RE
Selling Broker: Custom Builder Realty LLC

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When it comes to Central Florida real estate, you can only be successful if you become a good marketer. To become a good marketer, you must sell value to others and get them to believe in what you are selling.

One false belief that is common in business today is the thought that you can do everything by yourself. This has been taught by the so-called gurus as the key to success. Real life experience has taught us otherwise and nothing can be further from the truth.

There are 2 main things that you must consider if you want to succeed in Central Florida real estate and in business.

1. Teamwork

Contrary to what these gurus teach, it is impossible for one person to be able to do everything. You must find a team of people who are skilled in different things and form a team that works together efficiently. A good team of qualified professionals brings about balance. Every team member brings their strengths to the table and in this way, success is inevitable.

2. Coaching

The best way to learn is to watch those who are already successful. Find Central Florida real estate investors that have been successful in Central Florida real estate and learn from them. This is one of the best ways to study because it is practical and real.

All across Central Florida you’ll find amazing homes with incredible features. If you have such a home as well that you are trying to sell you can make yours stand out above the rest by accentuating its view. A lot of homes have beauty inside, but it is rare to find ones that also have a view to go along with it.

Setting it apart

When you are marketing your home, the view will need to be emphasized as one of the main selling features. Sit down with your Central Florida real estate agent and find out how he plans to market your home. If you have any pictures of the view that shows it off, such as a picture taken during a sunset, give a copy to your agent. He may be able to use it when he advertises your home on the MLS.

Show viewers

Any time a potential buyer enters your Central Florida home you should take him outside to experience the view for himself. There is a big difference between seeing pictures and seeing something for yourself. Also, being outside of the home is better than looking at it through a glass window. Something about being outside makes you connect with the scenery. You’ll give the viewer a positive experience that may translate into a fast sale.

One thing that you should always do during a viewing is open the blinds or curtains so that anyone walking through your home can see the scenery before heading outside. This way they’ll see what they will be viewing every time they look outside, and hopefully it will be enough to take their breath away.

A Central Florida house with a view is special and should be treated that way. Your real estate agent can show you how it can be advertised to show it off so that your home sells to the right buyer as soon as possible.

Retirement plan

Would you like to know a way that you can earn a second income while planning for your retirement? Buy a second Central Florida home that you know would be perfect for your retirement and start renting it out now. The extra money you make on rental fees can be put back into the mortgage so that by the time you retire you’ll owe less money on it. Then – at the point when you are ready to retire, you can sell the home that you currently occupy. It’s a win -win situation where you end up winning twice!

You can talk to your accountant to crunch the numbers and see what you can come up with. A lot of this plan will be determined by your assets, present income and level of debt. In some cases it may not be wise to own a second Central Florida home that you can stash for your retirement. In most cases, however, it will work out to your benefit perfectly.

Have you been thinking about getting a second Central Florida home? If so, consider one that will meet your retirement needs as well. You’ll have your future all locked up and will have less to worry about when you have your plans set in place for your golden years.

How much house insurance do I need?

One fatal mistake that a lot of people make is ensuring the house according to how much the possessions inside are worth, as well as the house. You need to understand that if something were to happen you would have to replace all of these items. The cost of replacement is what needs to be determined when you take out house insurance, not just the value of what’s inside. It may cost you more, but it is worth it for that extra peace of mind.

How are payments made?

Most insurance companies offer month by month, biyearly or yearly payment plans. You can choose whatever method works the best for you. Almost every company will accept checks or you can set up a direct payment through your bank. These direct payments work best if you are paying for your insurance every month.

Where do I find cheap insurance?

If you are already paying for car insurance your best bet is to contact the company you are dealing with and ask how much it would be to add homeowner’s insurance to the policy. In most cases you will save money by combining the two policies.

Liability insurance

Another thing that you should take into consideration when you buy a home in Central Florida and need insurance, is the possibility of something happening to somebody else on your property. It could be that a handyman falls off a ladder while working in your home and decides to sue you. These types of lawsuits are not as rare as they may seem and it is always a good idea to add liability insurance to your policy – just in case.

Don’t ever consider living in a home without having it properly insured. It is the most important thing you can do to protect your assets and your family in case something goes horribly wrong. You have put a lot of time and money to buy your new home in Central Florida and you need to keep it protected. Insurance is really a small price to pay.

Research your agent

Whenever you first begin looking for your home, you want to be sure to research your agent. Go to family and friends who have brought homes and ask their advice about their experience as a first time Central Florida homebuyer and what to avoid. If they had a pleasant experience, be sure to ask how their agent was helped them and in what way. Also ask them why the agent worked well for them. This will help you work with your Central Florida agent and know what types of questions to ask right from the start.

Research your mortgage

Another thing you want to be sure to do is to research your mortgage. Do not just take a loan officer’s word at face value. You must realize that most loan officers work off of commission and their primary goal is to get you approved for a loan, no matter what. By doing so, they can place you into a financial nightmare that you are not sure to wake up from soon. Before signing any loan papers, it is always good to get a second opinion. This may mean that you have to seek the advice of an attorney who specializes in Central Florida real estate. It may cost a few dollars, but it is worth it in the long run.

Research your housing costs

Mortgages are not the only expenses that you have to worry about as a homeowner. You must also worry about homeowners insurance, taxes, utilities, water, and maintenance. These are all very real expenses that should be researched. Call the Central Florida utility companies before hand and ask them what the average cost is for powering a single family home. Get some estimates down on paper, and consider these expenses when you are looking at homes.

By doing these three things you can save yourself a lot of unwanted surprises, and give yourself some peace of mind. As a first time Central Florida homebuyer you need to take responsibility for finding out more about the sale so that you can go into it prepared.