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New Pricing at Vista Cay and The Isles at Cay Commons

Published at September 12, 2008 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

Pulte Homes has just announced new pricing at Vista Cay and The Isles at Cay Commons! Now you can enjoy a new vacation home from just $218,900! In addition to these great prices the builder is also offering 1 Year HOA Paid and $6,000 towards closing costs.

Vista Cay and The Isles, two of the newest Pulte Homes resort-style short-term rental communities, are amazing! These luxury condominiums are part of a new master-planned development, Universal Boulevard, that will put you in the heart of Orlando’s favorite attractions and next to the nation’s second-largest convention center.

You’ll love this gated setting that offers beautiful vistas of Lake Cay. These condominiums feature well-appointed touches and several distinct home designs. The floor plans are made for low-maintenance, high-luxury living. Think soaring ceilings, textured walls, designer flooring, custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and cultured marble vanities.

Whether you want to live here for a season or year-round, you’ll enjoy the expansive clubhouse, pool, spa, sport courts and other amenities.

VISTA CAY – MONTEREY COLLECTION

MODEL: Monte Azul / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,823 / BEDROOMS: 2 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Monte Villa / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,001 / BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Monte Verde / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 2,097 / BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES:

HOMESITE: 102/07 Monte Azul ORIGINAL PRICE: $444,920 NOW: $296,920

HOMESITE: 160/07 Monte Azul ORIGINAL PRICE: $442,920 NOW: $299,920

HOMESITE: 108/07 Monte Verde ORIGINAL PRICE: $478,470 NOW: $330,470

HOMESITE: 303/07 Monte Verde ORIGINAL PRICE: $433,470 NOW $319,470

HOMESITE: 205/07 Monte Azul ORIGINAL PRICE: $393,920 NOW: $287,920

HOMESITE: 102/10 Monte Azul ORIGINAL PRICE: $443,200 NOW: $296,920

HOMESITE: 107/10 Monte Verde ORIGINAL PRICE: $472,750 NOW: $315,470

HOMESITE: 303/10 Monte Verde ORIGINAL PRICE: $425,750 NOW: $319,470

HOMESITE: 403/10 Monte Verde ORIGINAL PRICE: $435,470 NOW: $320,470

HOMESITE: 105/11 Monte Azul ORIGINAL PRICE: $395,920 NOW: $284,920

HOMESITE: 301/11 Monte Villa ORIGINAL PRICE: $415,990 NOW: $308,990

ISLES AT CAY COMMONS – VENTURA COLLECTION

MODEL: Napa / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,112 / BEDROOMS: 2 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Sonoma / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,247 / BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Santa Cruz / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,391 / BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Santa Rosa / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,412 BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

MODEL: Santa Anna / SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1,447 / BEDROOMS: 3 / BATHROOMS: 2

AVAILABLE PROPERTIES:

HOMESITE: 104/03 Santa Cruz ORIGINAL PRICE: $330,250 NOW: $233,750.00

HOMESITE: 109/03 Santa Cruz ORIGINAL PRICE: $330,205 NOW: $233,750.00

HOMESITE: 201/03 Sonoma ORIGINAL PRICE: $331,070 NOW: $221,570.00

HOMESITE: 402/03 Napa ORIGINAL PRICE: $293,810 NOW: $208,310.00

HOMESITE: 409/03 Santa Anna ORIGINAL PRICE: $338,310 NOW: $243,810.00

HOMESITE: 103/04 Sonoma ORIGINAL PRICE: $352,720 NOW: $232,570.00

HOMESITE: 107/04 Napa ORIGINAL PRICE: $310,810 NOW: $218,310.00

HOMESITE: 110/04 Santa Anna ORIGINAL PRICE: $351,940 NOW: $253,790.00

HOMESITE: 206/04 Sonoma ORIGINAL PRICE: $330,720 NOW: $223,570.00

For more information about Vista Cay at Harbor Square or The Isles at Cay Commons, please call Jeff at 407-438-4028.

Windsor Hills Blowout Sales Event

Published at September 8, 2008 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

Have you been looking at investment properties at the Windsor Hills Reserve community? Now is the time to buy. The community is almost sold out with the buider down to the last 15 homesites. The builder has just announced a blowout sales event on these final 15 homes. All homes will feature Tile roofs, 42″ cabinetry, Tile floors, upgraded hardware and a pool with raised spa.

Model	Plan	Current Base Price
1816	Sheldon II	$ 456,720
2382	Spencer II	$ 490,620
2336	Seville II	$ 490,280
2812	Brentwood	$ 512,820

The following Homesites are released for SALE with the following premiums:

Homesite	Premium	Discount
16107 Brentwood	$11,000	$50,000
16207 Brentwood	$10,500	$50,000
16307 Brentwood	$10,000	$50,000
16407 Brentwood	$10,000	$50,000
16507 Brentwood	$10,000	$50,000
16607 Brentwood	$9,500	$50,000
16707 Brentwood	$9,500	$50,000
16807 Brentwood	$10,000	$50,000
16907 Brentwood	$11,000	$50,000
17007 Brentwood SOLD	$11,500	$50,000
18007 Brentwood	$15,500	$40,000
19407 SOLD	$15,000	$65,000
19507 SOLD	$8,000	$65,000
19607 OPEN	$8,500	$65,000
19707 OPEN	$9,000	$65,000
19807 OPEN	$8,500	$65,000
19907 OPEN	$8,000	$65,000
20007 OPEN	$9,500	$65,000
20107 SOLD	$15,000	$65,000

In addition to the above savings the builder will contribute :

1 year Hoa fees Paid ($4,270 Savings)
$6,000 off closing costs for Cash Buyers
$10,000 off closing costs for buyers who finance with the bulders preferred lender.

Please contact Jeffrey Funk at 407-438-4028 for additional information and incentives for using me as your buyers agent.

Vista Cay Orlando Specials

Published at September 7, 2008 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

Vista Cay Orlando has just announced a price drop on select condominiums. Visa Cay Orlando is a short term vacation rental community centrally located adjacent from the Orlando Convention Center and just minutes to to all the Orlando attractions.

Unit #107 Model: Napa

Original Price: $310,810 New Price: $218,310

Unit #205 Model: Monte Azul

Original Price: $393,920

New Price: $287,920

This is a great opportunity to get involved in one of Orlando Top Vacation Rental Communities at a heavily discounted price. In addition to these great new prices Pulte Homes will contribute 1 Year Hoa Fees paid and up to $6,000 towards closing costs.

For more information please visit: Vista Cay and the Isles at Cay Commons.

For availability and sales information please contact Jeffrey Funk at 407-438-4028

Orlando Long Distance Home Building

Published at November 9, 2007 in New Home Construction. 0 Comments

Building a home is difficult when the home is in the same city or town and you can be close by in case circumstances arise that need the homeowner’s immediate attention. So when it is this difficult when the owner is nearby, it only makes sense that it’s even more difficult when trying to build a home that is located in another town, city, or state. There are things that can be done to help with this difficulty and one of the first things is to find a good architect.

The first thing a homeowner should do is to look at the website of the American Institute of Architects. From here they can search for an architect by the zip code of the new home’s address.

If a builder has already been hired, it’s helpful to ask for referrals. Referrals can also be found through friends and local recommendations. Once the homeowner has a list of names, they should ask to see the architect’s portfolio and to see existing homes that the architect has designed. When visiting existing homes, try to speak to the owners to see if they had any problems with the architect. Homeowners should also ask the architect if they have existing relationships with builders. The owner needs to be very comfortable with the architect they choose and know that the architect will help take their dreams and put them onto paper.

The architect should be local to the area where the new home will be built. These architects will understand the environment, as well as local rules and regulations that may be part of building a new home. An architect needs to know how to build in areas that may have steep hills as well as be familiar with that area’s building codes.

Making sure that the architect’s personal style is in line with the homeowners is very important when building a home. For this reason, it’s important to interview several architects and make sure that the two visions are in sync with each other.

Homeowners also need to make sure that the work of the architect is guaranteed. When one receives the set of plans for their home, it is important to understand everything that those plans entail and to make sure that the plans will be able to be followed through. An architect needs to be able to revise plans in case something comes up that poses a problem with the plans.

Architects are aware that no plan will be perfect after the first drawing. They know that the plans will need to be revised two or three times. However, homeowners need to realize that they cannot expect the architect to revise the plans time and time again, with no limit as to the number of revisions that are made. Homeowners also need to stay open-minded. Architects are generally willing to put into place whatever the homeowner wants but will let the homeowner know when something is not possible. They are not doing this to impede the planning process, only to let the owner know what will work and what will not.

It’s also important to know exactly how much the fees are for the designer and what they entail. A lot of architects base their fee upon the square footage of the house and will determine a set price before anything is started. Making small changes to an initial set of drawings is a simple process and usually won’t have a large fee attached. However, revising entire drawings can be very expensive. Getting a builder involved to help with knowing how much costs will be could be very helpful. Some architects are paid depending on how much the construction amounts are and will take a percentage of those.

To avoid any misconceptions along the way, it’s often a good idea to hire an architect that is hired by a certain builder. This can prevent many problems down the road. Often times, architects will create a plan, get paid by the homeowner, and then their work will be done. Later, when the home is actually about to be built, the builder will let the owner know that the plans are not feasible and cannot be carried out. Or the plans may not be able to be carried out according to budget and the builder and the homeowner will need to make changes to the plans themselves. Working with an architect that already works with the builder can prevent this problem from ever arising.

Building long distance can be made very simple with the technology that is available today. Homeowners can be emailed or overnight couriered any plans that have been drawn up. Digital cameras and the Internet also make communicating very easy and is sometimes easier than speaking on the phone as the architect and owner both can look at the plans and discuss them together. Initially however, it’s wise to have a meeting between the homeowner and the architect to discuss each other’s visions and get a clear picture of what should be done. Another face to face meeting should also be arranged during the planning phase so that plans can be looked at and questions can be asked in person.

Building remotely doesn’t have to be the challenge that it seems. Homeowners only need to team up with a professional architect and a professional builder that will help them think and plan ahead.

Windsor Hills Homes For Sale

Published at September 24, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

If you have been following my blog you may have noticed that the homes at the Windsor Hills Reserve have been a rather hot commodity. These vacation homes have been sold time and time again just after they are released. The 7 of the 9 homes released last week have already been sold. From time to time I receive information on a home that a home at the Windsor Hills Reserve has been placed back in the inventory. These homes are typically offered at a substantial discount and are typically sold very fast.

I have just been informed that Lot #109 has just been released back into inventory at a substantial discount. This home has been fully upgraded and sits on top of Windsor Hills Reserve with views of Disney MGM Studios from the lot.

Windsor Hills Reserve: Model Spencer II / Lot 109

5 Bedroom / 5 Baths
2 Car Garage
2382 Square Feet
18′ tiles throughout
Granite Counter-tops
Heated Pool and Raised Spa
Tile Roof

Pricing Information:

Windsor Hills Reserve Spencer Model base price: $472,400

Lot premium $10,000

Total Upgrades: $17,880

Total Price: $500,280

Managers special $460,280

In addition to this great special I will credit an additional $5,000 to the buyer on this home just for using me as your buyers agent. This will bring your total price on this home to $455,280.

This home also qualifies for the Pulte Rewards program for additional savings.

For more information please contact me at 407-438-4028 or use my contact form. The last 2 homes that were released back into inventory sold in less than 48 hours. This home will not last at this price.

Additional information: Windsor Hills Orlando / Orlando Investment Property

BellaVida Resort Specials

Published at September 22, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

If you have been looking to purchase a new vacation home / Orlando investment property make sure you take a look at the BellaVida Resort in Kissimmee by Park Square Homes. I am currently authorized to offer a 6% rebate on all new homes and townhomes purchased at the Bella Vida Resort.* That is in addition to the $2,000 that I already offer, just for using me as your buyers agent. All homes in this man gated community feature either conservation or pool views. The BellaVida Resort community is just minutes from the Walt Disney World Resort off of US 192. If you have been looking for an upscale home for your Orlando investment property than contact me at 407-438-4028. This offer is valid until November 18th, 2007

Current Inventory: Home-site 219

BellaVida Kisssimme Model: Juno Beach

Bedrooms 4 / Baths 3
1 Story
Square Footage: 1677
42″ Maple Cabinets
Black Appliances
Tile Floors
Tile Roof
Premium Conservation lot location

Physical address: 1031 Marcello Boulevard

Price: $329,805 - 6%* - $2,000 = $308,017 Total Price after Discounts

Add a Pool Package Starting at $31,000

Current Inventory: Home-site 222

Model: Naples Beach BellaVida Naples

Bedrooms 4 / Baths 4
2 Story
Square Footage: 1988
30″ Maple Cabinets
Black Appliances
Window Blinds
12×24 Pool Screen Enclosed Pool
20×40 Deck Extension
Tile Roof
Premium Conservation lot location

Physical address: 991 Marcello Boulevard

Price $425,891 - 6%*-$2000 =$398338 Total price after buyers incentives

*Incentive available for buyers using Lincoln Mortgage for financing or paying cash for their home.

Engle Homes Announces New Orlando Communities

Published at September 22, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Real Estate. 0 Comments

Engle Homes will be building five new communities in Central Florida. The total number homes that will be built are 1,073. These are all part of the Engle Homes Orlando 2008 home collection. Victoria Landings will hold 158 single-family residences in southeast Orlando. Also in southeast Orlando will be Nona Terrace, which will have 276 townhouses. Three communities will be developed in southwest Orlando and those include Westyn Bay, which will hold 124 townhouses; Legacy Park, which will have 110 townhouses that will be used for short-term rentals, and the second phase of Independence, which is a master-planned community that will combine townhouses and single-family residences.

Prices for all homes will range from $150,000 for a townhouse and $300,000 for single-family homes.

For more information and current buyers incentives for Engle Homes please contact Jeff at 407-438-4028

Centex Homes Orlando

Published at September 18, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Real Estate. 0 Comments

According to a J.D. Powers and Associates report, Centex Homes was ranked number two in customer satisfaction. This announcement was made by Centex Homes on Thursday.

Coming just behind Pulte Homes who were ranked number one, Centex Homes had the second highest ranking for overall new homebuilder satisfaction. Other builders also made it into the study including David Weekley Homes, who ranked third; Beazer Homes who ranked fourth; and KB Homes came in with the fifth-highest ranking. The study was only for builders who were in the Orlando area and who had a total of 150 or more closings in the counties of Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole, and Volusia during 2006.

Centex has also been awarded many other honours including placing the highest in fourteen of the thirty-four nationwide markets that participated in the study. Centex has also received a platinum award for excellence in customer service among many of the nation’s well-known homebuilders. Their mortgage-lending company, CTX Mortgage, also was ranked the highest in twelve out of seventeen markets.

Pulte Homes Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction

Published at September 14, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Real Estate. 0 Comments

Pulte Homes has once again been awarded with the highest ranking in customer satisfaction. They have earned this honour for the fourth year in a row and this comes from the 2007 J.D. Power and Associates New-Home Builder Customer Satisfaction Study. The company has also earned the highest rankings for new-home quality, new-home design and builder-mortgage orientation. The latter three categories have been added for the 2007 study. Coming close to Pulte Homes were four other builders. They included Beazer, Centex Homes, David Weekley Homes, and KB Home.

The study involved twenty-six of the thirty-four U.S. markets and included Pulte’s brands Del Webb, DiVosta, and Pulte Homes. Pulte’s rankings were first for customer satisfaction in eleven markets, and they ranked number two in nine markets as well as ranking number three in six markets.

Pulte Homes Inc. is a Bloomfield Hills, Mich. based company and is also a Fortune 500 company. They have shares that are traded on the New York Stock Exchange. They deal in fifty-one markets and twenty-six states. Last year’s revenue consisted of 14.3 billion dollars as they delivered 41,487 homes. Over the fifty-seven years the company has been in business, they have created over five hundred thousand homes.

The president of the company, Ryan Marshall says that the company is very proud of this newest honour and that it is truly gratifying to see results for the company’s hard work.

New Pulte Communities: Vista Cay Orlando, Windsor Hills, Berkshire Park, Cay Commons

Vista Royale Resort

Published at September 14, 2007 in New Home Construction and Orlando Investment Properties. 0 Comments

The Vista Royale Resort is in pre-construction phase, and will break ground in January 2008 with a completion date estimated for the third quarter of 2009. They are currently taking reservations on units, which requires a $5,000 deposit by check or credit card, held by KEL Title of Orlando, and is fully refundable. As a buyers incentive

As always I will credit you back $2,000 on your new construction purchase at the Vista Royale Resort just for using me (Jeffrey Funk) as your buyers agent.

If you are wondering what the view from the Vista Royale Resort will be looking towards Disney, The developer had this photograph taken from a helicopter hovering directly over the property looking out at Disney. This will be the view from approximately the eighth floor of the project. Keep in mind that there are firework shows every night at the Magic Kingdom, Epcot, Sea World, and Universal, which will all be at eye level from these units. Higher units will be able to see the downtown Orlando skyline as well.

The Vista Royale Resort is a Orlando condo hotel located on Secret Lake Drive in Kissimmee, just minutes from the Walt Disney World Resort.

View Current Prices and Inventory at the Vista Royal Resort

Additional Information please visit: Vista Royale Resort Orlando

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New Pricing at Vista Cay and The Isles at Cay Commons

Windsor Hills Blowout Sales Event

Vista Cay Orlando Specials

Orlando Long Distance Home Building

Windsor Hills Homes For Sale

BellaVida Resort Specials

Engle Homes Announces New Orlando Communities

Centex Homes Orlando

Pulte Homes Ranked #1 in Customer Satisfaction

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