Orlando, Florida Home Sales – October 2021
November 15, 2021
During the month of October 2021, the Orlando Housing Marking inventory experienced a significant drop compared to the same month last year.
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Orlando, Florida Home Sales – September 2021
October 15, 2021
Compared to the same month in 2020, the number of homes on the market decreased by 39%.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – August 2021
September 15, 2021
The median price of an Orlando home sold in August 2021 was $320,000, which is a 16% increase compared to the same month last year.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – July 2021
August 16, 2021
Compared to the same month in 2020, the number of homes on the market decreased by 43%. Compared to last month, there are 14% more properties available.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – June 2021
July 15, 2021
During the month of June 2021, the Orlando Housing Marking inventory experienced a significant drop compared to the same month last year.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – May 2021
June 15, 2021
A total of 3,872 homes sold during the month, a tally that is 82% more than the 2,127 sales in the same month during 2020.
Partin Elementary School
June 11, 2021
This school is the starting point for hundreds of families as they begin their journey through one of the best school districts in the state, Seminole County Public Schools.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – April 2021
May 21, 2021
The median price of an Orlando home sold in April 2021 was $295,000, which is an 11% increase compared to the same month last year.
Write a Winning Offer in a Competitive Real Estate Market
April 23, 2021
Orlando’s Sellers’ Market The ability to write a winning offer in a sellers’ market is one reason to hire a well-trained and experienced Realtor®. The Orlando real estate market has been in a strong sellers’ market since April 2011 when inventory fell below five months of sales. (A balanced market
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – March 2021
April 15, 2021
During the month of March 2021, the Orlando housing market inventory experienced a significant drop compared to the same month last year.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – February 2021
March 16, 2021
Real Estate Market Stats for The Orlando Metropolitan Area
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – January 2021
February 16, 2021
The median price of an Orlando home sold in January 2021 was $275,000, which is a 12 percent increase compared to the same month last year.
Orlando, Florida Home Sales – December 2020
January 15, 2021
During the last month of 2020, the Orlando housing market remained strong with increased sales and home prices.
A First Time Homebuyer Journey: From Renting to Owning
November 3, 2020
Starting the Homebuying Journey My name is Hayley, and I recently became a first time homebuyer with my partner! During the spring lockdown for COVID-19, we began discussing our lease ending in September and what we should do next. That’s when we thought, “what if we bought a house?” We
How to Obtain a Florida Real Estate License
October 25, 2020
All info is accurate to the best of my knowledge. But things can and do change. Please let me know at tom@jeanscotthomes.com if anything needs to be updated. Thank you.
Foreclosures on Zillow
July 29, 2020
We get several requests per month from home buyers on how they can buy a home listed as a foreclosure on Zillow. Well, usually they can’t because the home is not for sale. Here’s an example: Another point of confusion can be the price that Zillow shows. In this case,
TRID: A New Acronym in Real Estate
July 15, 2020
What TRID and the Simplified Mortgage Disclosures Mean for Consumers: The mortgage process is detailed and complex. Many of the forms from application through closing overlap and create confusion. Consumers often worry that their mortgage contains risky features or that their costs will increase suddenly at closing. The new Truth
More About Us With Jean Scott
July 15, 2020
Mortgage Loan Pre-Approval is Essential for Homebuyers
June 30, 2020
Mortgage loan pre-approval is essential for homebuyers purchasing a home with financing. That tells the owner of the home that you are making an offer on that you have the financial ability to purchase the home. There are a number of other good reasons that a mortgage loan pre-approval is
Work Directly with the Listing Agent or Hire a Buyer’s Agent
May 26, 2020
We occasionally receive calls from buyers who want to work directly with our listing agent. Our listing specialist and the listing side of our team work only for the sellers. It’s part of our value proposition to homeowners who hire us to sell their home for them. We do not represent buyers and negotiate against homeowners who hired us.
How to Sell Your Home with Photos & Video
May 24, 2020
Have you ever been looking online for a home, trying to decide on the best area, the best community, the right characteristics and come across what seems to be everything you are looking for? Then you take a look at the photos and the house is dark, the rooms are cut off, the angles are awful, you can see the photographer in the mirror of the bathroom, and the home just looks plain awful. Your first impression of the home disqualifies it from your showings and you are back to the drawing board.
3 Ways to Buy a Home in Foreclosure
May 20, 2020
Many investors and even some families looking to buy a home in foreclosure. The information about properties being in foreclosure are public court records. Foreclosures on Zillow are properties that are in one of the foreclosure process stages and are shown as “Pre-Foreclosure”, “Foreclosure”, and “Foreclosure / Auction”, for example.
Rent to Own with Home Partners of America
May 18, 2020
We’ve successfully assisted numerous families—both home buyers and sellers—through the Home Partners of America Rent-to-Own program, which features a Lease with Right to Purchase. This innovative program is ideal for those looking to secure a home without the immediate burden of purchasing outright. How to Get Started with Home Partners
3 Answers on Home Buying vs Renting
May 1, 2020
When deciding between buying a home and renting, potential homebuyers often find themselves grappling with critical questions. Understanding the nuances of each option can significantly impact your financial future and lifestyle choices. Here, we explore three prevalent questions that arise in the context of home buying versus renting. Question #1: