Handyman / Craftsman in the Greater Orlando Central Florida area - 10/22/09 07:58 AM
This is not a story about the work that I recently had done at my home, but more so of the workmanship of the man who did it. I will have to give a disclaimer here, that I've become friends with this man, but the pictures will tell a story in itself.
 
There comes a time when we have to do some work to our homes. I've always kept up my home fairly well, but it was definitely time for some needed renovations and improvements. A gentleman that I had met online earlier this year had previously done some work … (1 comments)

Recession, Recovery & Tax Credits - 10/22/09 07:54 AM
It appears that many congressional leaders believe that the $8K tax credit should be extended as it appears to have helped stimulate increased demand for homes and therefore industry related employment as well. The housing industry is still in a fragile state, but we are seeing fairly steady improvement.
 
Unfortunately, with every good program, there are those out there that will try to find scams to enrich themselves at the cost of everyone else. This is true with this program as well and the IRS (Internal Revenue Service) is examining questionable claims. Of course, this adds more expense to the … (0 comments)

What’s Happening in Central Florida - October 20, 2009 - 10/22/09 07:48 AM
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! It's Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!


ART & LITERATURE

THANE MAYNARD
What: Rollins alum and director of the Cincinnati Zoo reads from and discusses his and Jane Goodall's book, Hope for Animals and Their World … (0 comments)

What’s Happening in Central Florida - October 20, 2009 - 10/22/09 07:44 AM
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! It's Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!


ART & LITERATURE

THANE MAYNARD
What: Rollins alum and director of the Cincinnati Zoo reads from and discusses his and Jane Goodall's book, Hope for Animals and Their World … (0 comments)

Winter Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:57 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida for September 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 … (0 comments)

Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:54 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Winter Park, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for September 2009.  Winter Park is made up of the zip codes of 32789 & 32792.  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 … (0 comments)

Windermere, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:51 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Windermere, Orange County, Florida for September 2009.  Windermere is made up of the zip code 34786.  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 … (0 comments)

Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:48 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  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 … (0 comments)

Sanford, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:45 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Sanford, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  Sanford is made up of the zip codes of 32773 & 32771.  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 … (0 comments)

Oviedo, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:40 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  Oviedo is made up of the zip codes of 32765 & 32766, which is partly considered Chuluota.  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 … (0 comments)

Orlando, Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:36 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Orlando, Orange County, Florida for September 2009.  Orlando is made up of a multitude of zip codes.  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 … (0 comments)

Orange County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:30 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Orange County, Florida for September 2009.  The major city in Orange County is Orlando.  For purposes of this analysis we are 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 … (0 comments)

Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:25 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Maitland, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for September 2009.  Maitland is made up of the zip code 32751.  For purposes of this analysis we will be 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 … (0 comments)

Longwood, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:21 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Longwood, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  Longwood is made up of the zip codes of 32779 & 32750.  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 … (0 comments)

Lake Mary, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 07:15 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Lake Mary, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  Lake Mary is made up of the zip code 32746.  For purposes of this analysis we will be 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 … (0 comments)

Casselberry, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 06:51 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Casselberry, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009.  Casselberry is made up of the zip codes 32707 and 32730.  For purposes of this analysis we will be 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 … (0 comments)

Apopka, Seminole & Orange Counties, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 06:36 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Apopka, Seminole and Orange Counties, Florida for September 2009.  Apopka is made up of the zip codes of 32703 & 32712.  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 … (0 comments)

Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, FL – Market Sales Statistics for September ‘09 - 10/14/09 06:28 PM

The following are the market sales statistics for Altamonte Springs, Seminole County, Florida for September 2009. Altamonte Springs is made up of the zip codes of 32701 & 32714. 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 … (2 comments)

What’s Happening in Central Florida - October 14, 2009 - 10/14/09 06:02 PM
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! It's Fall and of course that means time for Halloween!


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: … (4 comments)

Halloween 2009 - 10/14/09 05:57 PM

Here's a list of the many Halloween festivities in Central Florida. If you know of others, please let me know so I can include them in the list as well. Have a spooktacular holiday!
 
PUMPKIN FEST
What: by Orange County Parks & Recreation Dept. with hayrides,, marshmallow roast, stage performances, costume contests, games & storytelling
When: Oct 16 - 6 - 9pm
Where: Magnolia Park
2929 Binion Rd
Apopka
Cost: $2 per person over 2 yrs old
Contact: 407-886-4231
 
GHOST STORIES
What: eerie stories of strange & mysterious happenings. Not for young children
When: Oct 16 - 7:30 … (2 comments)

Beware!! – Craigslist Scammers are Lurking! - 10/14/09 03:43 PM

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. … (0 comments)

What’s Happening in Central Florida - October 7, 2009 - 10/07/09 12:47 PM
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 … (2 comments)

 

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