facebook: Orlando/UCF area home for rent: spacious 3BR/2BA..1,465 s/f...$1,245 - 04/08/14 10:07 AM
Orlando/UCF area home for rent: 4134 Boca Woods Dr., 3BR/2BA..1,465 s/f...$1,245/mo

Orlando/UCF area home for rent: 4134 Boca Woods Dr., 3BR/2BA..1,465 s/f...$1,245/mo
 
Available: 6/9/14
 
Monthly rent includes lawn care!
 
Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this great East Orlando/UCF area home for rent.
This home in The Sanctuary has a fully-equipped kitchen with all major appliances and an eat-in area.  A washer and dryer combination is included for your convenience.
Home has a mix of carpet and tiled flooring throughout.
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facebook: The worst question a prospect can ask… - 04/07/14 11:00 AM
The worst question a prospect can ask…

The worst question a prospect can ask…
 
There are a world of questions tenant prospects might ask while viewing rental properties.  Some are great ones, some are silly ones- and yes, some are stupid ones.  A few of ‘em can actually start out as good ones, yet turn into stupid ones: if you have a place on the market at $1,795/mo, for instance, and one’s “Will the owner take…” question ends with “$1,295?”.
 
For the most part, though, prospects’ questions are germane to their anticipated rental of a particular property.  One … (2 comments)

facebook: Lake Mary townhome for rent: gated Fountain Parke, 3BR/3.5BA...$2,195 - 04/06/14 06:44 AM
Lake Mary townhome for rent: 809 Lobelia Drive, 3BR/3.5BA...2,014 s/f...$2,195/mo
    
Lake Mary townhome for rent: 809 Lobelia Drive, 3BR/3.5BA...2,014 s/f...$2,195/mo
Available: NOW
Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this beautiful Lake Mary townhome for rent.
This 3-story unit's fully-equipped kitchen has all major appliances (refrigerator/stove/microwave stainless), pantry and ample cabinet space.
Bedroom and bath on ground floor, Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen w/ eat-in area and Laundry Room on 2nd floor.  Laundry Room offers a front-loading washer and dryer for your … (0 comments)

facebook: Apopka home for rent: Errol Estate 4BR/3BA...2,413 s/f...$1,495/mo - 04/06/14 06:17 AM
Apopka home for rent: 1602 Madison Ivy Circle, 4BR/3BA...2,413 s/f...$1,495/mo
 
Apopka home for rent: 1602 Madison Ivy Circle, 4BR/3BA...2,413 s/f...$1,495/mo

Available: NOW

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this spacious Apopka home for rent.
This great home in the Errol Estate community has over 2,400 s/f!
Home has a living/dining room combination and separate family room- and also has a spacious bonus room. Fully-equipped kitchen offers upgraded counters and ample cabinet space- as well as a stainless package with all major appliances.

Call … (0 comments)

facebook: Windermere Police Officer Robert "Robbie" German laid to rest - 03/28/14 07:52 AM
Windermere Police Officer Robert "Robbie" German laid to rest

Windermere Police Officer Robert "Robbie" German laid to rest
 
http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLx2pOzkp8eRIGSy-l_n9MoH8CvhR4qxGv
 
Our community said goodbye to a hero yesterday, as fallen Windermere Police Officer Robert "Robbie" German was laid to rest on a cool, overcast Central Florida day.
 
Attending the service yesterday was somewhat bittersweet.  The general public has relatively few opportunities to express our appreciation for our law enforcement personnel on a large scale- and I was surely appreciative of the chance to show my appreciation for Officer German's sacrifice.  I always make an effort to shake hands … (2 comments)

facebook: How to spot a craiglist scam - 03/25/14 05:16 AM
How to spot a craiglist scam

How to spot a craiglist scam
 
It's that time again.  Yes, the real estate/rentals busy season is upon us- which also heralds an increase in the number of craigslist scams that one might stumble across while searching for a new place to call home.
 
While there's no sure-fire way to guard against every craigslist scam/scammer (those guys are pretty dang crafty, you know), there are some common threads shared by many of the scams and the shysters who look to use them to take advantage of the unsuspecting and unwary among us:
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facebook: Your price is too dang high! - 03/21/14 06:46 AM
Your price is too dang high!

Your price is too dang high!
 
Pricing a property correctly is very important- for a few reasons:
 
1. Credibility with your client/owner.  If a property is initially priced too high, an owner loses money as it sits vacant and others nearby that are priced correctly are rented out ahead of it.  Initially pricing a property too low, however, will lead to an incredible amount of interest and a quick rental- but you’ll be doing a great disservice to an owner who is able to withstand a bit of vacancy time while netting … (0 comments)

facebook: Longwood home for rent: 877 Brantley Dr., 5/4.5...5,795 s/f...$5,995 - 03/18/14 06:18 AM
Longwood home for rent: 877 Brantley Drive, 5BR/4.5BA...5,795 s/f...$5,995/mo

Longwood home for rent: 877 Brantley Drive, 5BR/4.5BA...5,795 s/f...$5,995/mo

Available: NOW

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.   I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this amazing Longwood home for rent.
This stunning new home in the Tranquility on Lake Brantley community has over 5,700 s/f!
Home has separate living, dining and family rooms- as well as an office, bonus room, theater, safe room and more!  Grand, fully-equipped kitchen has all major appliances, an island and classic upgrades that include granite counters.
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facebook: Your car is no Cloak of Invisibility! - 03/13/14 11:57 AM
Your car is no Cloak of Invisibility!

Your car is no Cloak of Invisibility!
 
Saw a guy picking his nose today.  Well, "picking" is a mild term for what he was doing, actually- "digging" would be probably be more appropriate.  And he was doing it in his car while sitting next to me at a traffic light.
 
I wanted to roll down my window and dispel the myths he was laboring under- that his car was some sort of Cloak of Invisibilty, that folks couldn't see him through the ol' windshield and everything- but I resisted.
 
Funny … (1 comments)

facebook: Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #58 - 03/07/14 08:53 AM
Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #58

Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #58
 
http://www.tampabay.com/news/publicsafety
 
I hate using absolutes, but it's quite possible that this is the worst "tale" of the 58 I've written about thus far.  Pedestrians being hit by cars around here?  Seems to be a daily occurrence, with fatalities increasing.  Pedestrians hit by more than one vehicle?  Fairly rare, but it happens from time to time.
But a guy getting hit by FIVE vehicles?  This is one that might just keep you up at night...
Five vehicles strike pedestrian in fatal … (2 comments)

facebook: Do you run your business...or does it run you? - 03/06/14 09:42 AM
Do you run your business...or does it run you?

Do you run your business...or does it run you?
 
It's a simple question, I suppose.  Or is it?  Part of this whole Realtorin' business is supposed to be the freedom to set your own schedule.  You can handle the clients you want to handle- with no boss telling you which ones you have to handle.
 
But how does the theory match up with reality?  Are you setting your schedule as you'd expected you would, or does you business do it for you?  Do you have the luxury of choosing … (10 comments)

facebook: South Orlando home for rent: Southmeadows 4BR/2.5BA.2,524 s/f...$1,395 - 02/27/14 08:33 AM
South Orlando home for rent: 130 Windrose Drive, 4BR/2.5BA...2,524 s/f...$1,395/mo
 
South Orlando home for rent: 130 Windrose Drive, 4BR/2.5BA...2,524 s/f...$1,395/mo

Available: 3/9/14

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this great South Orlando home for rent.
This Southmeadows home has over 2,500 s/f! It's fully-equipped kitchen has plenty of cabinetry, a pantry and all major appliances.
Other features include walk-in closets, a fenced yard and more. Home has a mix of carpet and tiled flooring throughout.

Call Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess directly … (0 comments)

facebook: Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #57 - 02/22/14 04:19 AM
Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #57

Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #57
 
Another reader/viewer may have summed this one up best- when saying the best way to avoid deaths like these is that you "Don't wear a black hoodie and walk around in the middle of the road at night".
This death falls under the watch of Ocoee Police Chief Charles Brown and Orange County Sheriff Jerry Demings.  A little law enforcement on the pedestrians' side would go along way, fellas.
 
http://www.clickorlando.com/news/pedestrian-seriously-hurt-in-crash-ocoee-police-say/-/1637132/24593166/-/2ww7qwz/-/index.html
 
A pedestrian was hit and killed by two drivers … (6 comments)

facebook: Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #56 - 02/22/14 03:05 AM
Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #56

Pedestrian Tales From the Middle of the Road, #56
 
After a bit of a hiatus, it's back to the same ol' same ol' around here.  It'll never cease to amaze me how some are surprised at pedestrian deaths when the crosswalks never cross their minds.
This death falls under the watch of perhaps my favorite sheriff of all time- Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
 
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/news/local/breakingnews/os-polk-county-crash-kills-pedestrian-20140216,0,204419.story
 
A Polk County pedestrian was killed late Saturday after being hit by a car in Alturas.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office said 33-year-old … (0 comments)

facebook: Debary home for rent: Springview 3BR/2BA...2,224 s/f...$1,495/mo - 02/21/14 09:38 AM
Debary home for rent: 380 Sweetwater Springs Street, 3BR/2BA...2,224 s/f...$1,495/mo

Debary home for rent: 380 Sweetwater Springs Street, 3BR/2BA...2,224 s/f...$1,495/mo

Available: 3/25/14
Monthly rent includes lawn care!

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this great Debary home for rent.
This Springview home has over 2,200 s/f!  It's fully-equipped kitchen has plenty of cabinetry and a stainless appliance package.
Inside laundry room offers a washer and dryer for your convenience.
Other features include walk-in closets, a fenced yard and more.  Home has a mix of carpet and … (0 comments)

facebook: Apopka home for rent: 1135 Linkside Court, 2BR/2BA..1,470 s/f...$1,389 - 02/20/14 08:29 AM
Apopka home for rent: 1135 Linkside Court, 2BR/2BA...1,470 s/f...$1,389/mo

Apopka home for rent: 1135 Linkside Court, 2BR/2BA...1,470 s/f...$1,389/mo

Available: NOW

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.  I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this great Apopka home for rent.
This home in Errol Estate's Linkside Village has nearly 1,500 s/f!  Completely renovated and updated, clean property.
Your new kitchen is fully-equipped with all major appliances- and offers upgrades that include wood cabinetry and granite counters. The baths have granite as well.
Home has a mix of laminate wood flooring, carpet and … (0 comments)

facebook: Student debt may hurt housing recovery... - 02/18/14 09:13 AM
Student debt may hurt housing recovery...

Student debt may hurt housing recovery...
 
http://www.washingtonpost.com/business/economy/student-debt-may-hurt-housing-recovery-by-hampering-first-time-buyers
 
My initial reaction to this story was but a simple "Yep".  I mean, I don't necessarily see anything profound or earth-shattering about news that student loan debt might hurt those bearing said debt- or any other debt for that matter.  Money going out the door towards anything inherently leaves less money to pay for other wants, needs and/or responsibilities.
 
A bit more thought got me riled up a bit, in that I really don't care for where this story in particular and the student … (16 comments)

facebook: Windermere townhome for rent: newer Oasis Cove 3BR/2.5BA....$1,495/mo - 02/14/14 09:30 AM
Windermere townhome for rent: 14414 Desert Haven Street, 3BR/2.5BA...1,512 s/f...$1,495/mo
 


Windermere townhome for rent: 14414 Desert Haven Street, 3BR/2.5BA...1,512 s/f...$1,495/mo

Available: NOW

Hi, I'm Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess.   I'm in the area and available often- so give me a call for more information on this spacious Windermere townhome for rent.
This unit in Windermere's gated Oasis Cove community has it all- starting with over 1,500 s/f of space! You'll find stainless appliances, granite counters, walk-in closets and more.

Call Orlando Property Manager Dennis Burgess directly at 407-278-1240 or 205-445-4755 and set a time for your private viewing!
Email Orlando … (0 comments)

facebook: Four Reasons Realtors Fail New Home Builders... What?!? - 02/13/14 04:41 AM
Four Reasons Realtors Fail New Home Builders... What?!?

Four Reasons Realtors Fail New Home Builders... What?!?
 
http://www.newhomestar.com/press.php?id=223
 
Four Reasons Realtors Fail New Home Builders... What?!?
 
So...this little "news piece" from New Home Star popped up in the ol' inbox a bit ago.  "Catchy title", I thought- and without knowing who wrote the story initially, I figured it was simply designed to draw interest to an article with content a bit different from that title.  I figured "Surely a builder wouldn't draft something like this....", but my figurin' was a bit wrong.
New Home Star's position as a … (0 comments)

facebook: Were your documents really shredded? - 02/04/14 11:05 AM
Were your documents really shredded?

Were your documents really shredded?
 
Helpful hint of the day... an HHOTD, if you will:  when using an office shredder such as the one pictured above, ensure that all of your documents' pages have indeed been shredded prior to leaving for the day.
 
Don't get me wrong, shredders such as this one are pretty dang convenient- in that they allow one to place a stack of documents inside and walk away while the shreddin's done.
 
The down side of this is, of course, is that it's just as easy to forget what … (6 comments)

 
Dennis Burgess, Orlando Property Manager and Realtor (AmeriTeam Property Management)

Dennis Burgess

Orlando Property Manager and Realtor

Mid Florida, FL

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