All Blog Entries by Lee Cameron 
There are currently 72 blog entries published by Lee Cameron.
Video Blog - Orlando Home Prices on the Rise
Tuesday, January 31st, 2012 at 2:54pm. 11 Views, 0 Comments.
Before You Look For An Apartment, Read This
Friday, January 27th, 2012 at 7:55am. 49 Views, 1 Comments.
With the economy down and so many people no longer able to afford their homes, the rental market has been booming. In many areas, vacancies in apartment complexes have been at record lows. Of course, when vacancies are low, rent goes up but that hasn't stopped many people from flocking to these communities.
But if you're looking to rent an apartment, there are a few things you should keep in mind before you choose a place. Of course, the normal factors like price and location are still hugely important, but apartment complexes come with their own unique set of challenges as well.
Find a Good Property Manager
When the manager of an apartment complex interviews you as a potential renter, make sure you interview them right back. Asking them…
Breaking Ground On the SunRail
Monday, January 23rd, 2012 at 7:51am. 478 Views, 0 Comments.
On January 27th, the Florida SunRail project will have its official groundbreaking ceremony. It's been a long road to get the project going and now, after many years of setbacks and controversy, the rail is finally being built.
Though the finished route will be 61 miles long, the project will start with Phase 1 - a 31-mile track that goes from Debary to Sand Lake Road in Orlando with 12 stops along the way. The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at one of the planned stops, in Altamonte Springs.
Many large-scale construction projects are planned to provide convenient access and amenities to SunRail users. In downtown Orlando, right next to the city's Lynx hub, a 5.7-acre project is in the works that will include for-rent…
A Handbook For First-Time Buyers
Wednesday, January 11th, 2012 at 8:44am. 73 Views, 1 Comments.
It's a daunting process to buy a home, especially when it's your first time. It's very difficult to foresee the process and the expenses that you will have. No matter how prepared you are, it seems like something unexpected will always come up and there will be things you didn't plan for. But it's still important to do your homework ahead of time and try to be ready for anything. I've done many articles and blogs on preparing buyers before they jump into the market, and I'm sure I've repeated myself on many of these points. Still, the information is important and if you're thinking about buying your first home, I hope you read through this blog (and others) for useful tips.
Checking Your Credit
The very first step you should take before…
America Didn't Sell As Many Homes As We Thought!
Wednesday, January 4th, 2012 at 9:39am. 71 Views, 0 Comments.
The housing market has been bad for the last few years, right? Well, unfortunately, it looks like it could be worse than we thought. The National Association of Realtors discovered in December that their estimates of home sales may have been inflated. There may have been a lot fewer homes sold in America than we thought.
Here's what happened. Every month, the NAR releases a report on existing home sales. It is with these reports that experts determine the health of the real estate market. These reports are created from data taken from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS). The MLS only includes data on homes listed by Realtors. Unfortunately, this leaves out a large segment of homes that are sold by the owners. But don't worry, the NAR takes this…
The Ups and Downs of Orlando Real Estate
Tuesday, November 29th, 2011 at 10:29am. 79 Views, 0 Comments.
This last month saw a few interesting, if not unexpected, fluctuations in the Orlando housing market. Some numbers are up and some numbers are down. What does it all mean?
First, the good news - single family home sales are up! Home sales saw a whopping 17% jump from this time last year and a small jump from where they were in September. And the reason for this bump? Prices are down. The median price for an Orlando home has dropped 2% from where it was last year.
But for condos, the trend has gone in reverse. Condo prices in Orlando have risen 16% from October of last year. And along with these higher prices come fewer sales, with condo sales dropping 23%.
Across the state, home sales rose 17% over last year, which is better…
Foreclosures On the Rise Again
Tuesday, November 15th, 2011 at 9:58am. 92 Views, 0 Comments.
For a few months it seemed like the amount of foreclosure properties on the market was slowly decreasing. Unfortunately, it turns out that was a false sense of security. Last month, we saw that they are on the rise again.
Around this time last year, many banks were hit by the "robo-signing" scandal when it was revealed that a great number of foreclosures were being processed without the proper procedures. Because of this, these banks called a moratorium on foreclosures until they could work out the issues. Now it seems they have, and the machine is in full swing again.
October saw a 7% increase over September in foreclosures across the country. Florida currently has the third highest rate of foreclosures and, combined with Nevada,…
Home Improvements That Will Help You Sell
Friday, October 7th, 2011 at 1:01pm. 97 Views, 1 Comments.
Right now, buyers can afford to shop around until they've found their perfect home. Few buyers are willing to buy a home that they will have to immediately put money into to make it right for them. With that in mind, many sellers are adding improvements to their home before placing it on the market. Though you won't likely be making all of your money back in the final sale price, these improvements will help you stand out in the market and boost your chances of selling your home quickly and for a good price.
Converting the Attic to a Bedroom
With kids moving back home and families taking in older family members, many buyers are trying to find homes that offer more bedrooms for less cost. If your house has an attic that can be converted…