Best Cities to Invest In Housing in 2015

Posted on July 30, 2015 by Broker for E.R.E.S

Forbes recently teamed up with Local Market Monitor, a North Carolina-based data company that tracks home prices and economic factors in more than 300 housing markets, to find 2015’s Best Buy Cities—the top 20 housing markets to invest in this year. I am proud to say that four Florida cities made it on the list! Ciudad-de-Orlando-Florida-USA-1024x819

It is important to take certain factors into account before investing, like strong job growth and population, so you (the landlord) have a number of potential tenants.

Here’s a list of 2015’s Best Buy Cities:

1. Austin, Texas

2. Provo, Utah,

3. Houston, Texas

4. Orlando, Florida

5. Dallas, Texas

6. San Antonio, Texas

7. Denver, Colorado

8. Boise, Idaho

9. Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

10. Fort Worth, Texas

11. Phoenix, Arizona

12. Salt Lake City, Utah

13. Atlanta, Georgia

14. North Port, Florida

15. West Palm Beach, Florida

16. Jacksonville, Florida

17. Twin Cities, Minnesota

18. Tacoma, Washington

19. Sacramento, California

20. Grand Rapids, Michigan

For the full article by Forbes, click here.

Highest Condo Sale in Oakwater Since 2008

Posted on May 8, 2015 by Broker for E.R.E.S

Congratulations to Daniel Young, Broker at Evergreen Real Estate Services, for the highest condo sale in Oakwater since 2008! Young’s condo listing at 2824 Oakwater Dr sold just this Thursday for $142,000.

The lovely condo includes three bedrooms, two bathrooms, 1,255 square feet of living space, attached garage and private patio. To top it all off, the condo was sold fully furnished! And I don’t mean your average furnishings…2824 Oakwater was sold stylishly furnished with comfy leather sofas, flat screen TV- the whole nine. Take a look at some of the photos below:

Oakwater is one of Kissimmee’s highly frequented resort-style communities. Filled with guests and owners from all over world, Oakwater has gained popularity due to it’s relaxing amenities & close proximity to all of Central Florida’s major attractions. If you’re interested in a vacation home or just looking for a great place relax, look no further than Oakwater Resort!

Could Lower Gas Prices Mean Lower Mortgage Rates?

Posted on January 21, 2015 by Broker for E.R.E.S

Early this week, Florida Realtors® released an article sating “Lower Gas Prices = Lower Mortgage Rates.” We’ve all noticed the steady decrease in gas prices lately, which means most of us should have a little spare change left in our pockets. But that’s not all, these oil prices are affecting our mortgage rates too! Mortgage rates are being pushed down by a lower inflation rate, which in turn is being caused by lower oil prices.

“Indeed, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.66 percent last week – the lowest average in 20 months – according to Freddie Mac‘s weekly mortgage market survey. Taking into account the median home price of $205,300, a 0.75 percentage point drop in mortgage rates could yield a savings of about $1,000 annually, according to NAR researchers.”

With lower gas prices and mortgage rates, 2015 is looking to be a great year for home-buyers.

For the full article, click here.

Synopsis by: Alicea Salgado

Lovely Windsor Palms Condo JUST SOLD!

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Broker for E.R.E.S

New year, new condo! Congratulations to the new owners of 2307 Silver Palm Dr, #105 in the Windsor Palms Resort! The Connecticut natives have lots to look forward to in their new vacation home. Just minutes away from the Mouse himself, with tons of resort amenities, this condo is sure to please its new owners and guests. The spacious condo is made up of 1,402 square feet of living space, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The resorts facilities are endless, including a fitness center, gaming arcade, billiards room, lighted tennis & basketball courts, a Kodak photo-developing machine, ATM, sundry shop…the list goes on and on. Windsor Palms Resort truly has it all. Daniel Young, Broker of Evergreen Real Estate Services, listed the condo for a couple whom he’d got to know very well over the past several years. Daniel and his family had managed the condo for seven years, accommodating guests and maintaining the unit. When it came time to sell, the original owners did not hesitate to turn to Daniel to list their property. Originally listed at $139,000, the condo sold for $129,000 and closed on January 13th of 2015. An awesome start to the new year, for everyone! Looking to sell your condo in the Windsor Palms area? Feel free to contact your trusted real estate team – Evergreen Real Estate Services.