useful tips for landlords from Toni's Property Management in Kissimmee FL   Using a licensed company specializing in property management in Kissimmee FL makes more sense than renting your investment property on your own. Your rental property is an expensive investment and it can lead to financial security down the road or a quick ruin. If you’ve never managed your own properties before, on paper it will seem like a piece of cake—but are you prepared to endure the headaches and pitfalls of dealing with your tenants? Hiring a company like Toni's Property Management in Kissimmee FL will help you avoid some of these four landlord headaches:   1. Security Deposits Security deposits are the tenant’s funds collected in event that the tenant causes damages to the property—these funds cannot be... 02/03/2015

KISSIMMEE FLORIDA   The area was originally named Allendale, after Confederate Major J.H. Allen who operated the first cargo steamboat along the Kissimmee River - the Mary Belle. It was renamed Kissimmee when incorporated as a city in 1883. The name, Kissimmee, came from 'Cacema', a Native American name meaning 'long water'. Its growth can be credited to Hamilton Disston of Philadelphia, who based his four-million acre (8,000 square kilometer) drainage operation out of the small town. Disston had contracted with the financially wobbly state of Florida to drain its southern lands, for which he would own half of all he successfully drained. This deal made Disston the largest single landowner in the United States.  See New Construction Homes In Kissimmee       As of the census of 2000, the... 02/02/2015

      Our niche is homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida, and homes for sale in Saint Cloud Florida. We try and blog about recent events and things to come. Whether it's the Grand Opening of Kissimmee's Lakefront Park, or the annual Civil War reenactment in Saint Cloud. Either city always have something happening and residents are never bored. Heck, Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studio's, Sea World, Pristine Florida Beaches, and the country's best winter weather, every day is a holiday!       Stay tuned with The Resident Chef's Blog about what Central Florida has to offer visitors and residents. Upcoming is spring training for Major League Baseball and the Silver Spurs Rodeo, let us show you Florida living with great location benefits. Resident Team Realty LLC knows the area.       ... 01/30/2015

Today in the news, our fair city is celebrating along with thousands of its residents and visitors a rise in property values for anyone with homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida…oh wait that’s not what the big party is for, is it? Sorry, I always seem to have a case of real estate brain... Three months ago, the city completed a multimillion dollar renovation of the Kissimmee Lakefront Park. (Saint Cloud’s park renovation is only just barely nice I guess, in comparison.) I took a walk around today so I could share with you our great, newly modernized civic areas.   The grand opening is later today (January 30th, 2015) with a free concert by Frankie Negron, Uncle Kracker and Sugar Ray followed by a firework show! Thousands are expected to be in attendance. (View Event Info & Upcoming Even... 01/29/2015

    New Construction Homes in Kissimmee, Florida     New construction homes in Kissimmee Florida is more affordable than you may think.,  You can find the most comprehensive directory of Kissimmee new construction homes in Kissimmee Florida and with a large verity of homes to choose from, you'll be sure to find one that suits you best. These homes are constructed by various builders in different new home communities across the Windermere area. Choose explicit range of our new construction homes depending on your moving needs. Then select the size in square feet of the home you want and there you go.       You may first come to Kissimmee, Florida as a tourist, but the great amenities, friendly residents, and many available activities will surely convince you of what a great place it is t... 01/29/2015

    Choosing The Right Tenant Can Make or Break You.        What happens if you, the property manager chooses the wrong tenant? Isn't it a direct reflection of your service to the landlord? As well as the time and effort you have to deal with issues from the wrong tenant, you double it by having to explain and deal with the home owner. It's a double whammy and you have a good chance of losing your rental, being fired. So, where did you go wrong? We have compiled a list of 7 things successful property managers do to ensure they choose the best tenant possible for a happy tenant/landlord relationship.   1. Adhere to the Federal Fair Housing Act. Start out by not discriminating race, religion, sex, familial status, or disability when advertising and selecting.   2. Collect a throughout ren... 01/26/2015

  If you’re looking for homes for sale in Kissimmee FL, a great place to start is near the Loop. The neighborhoods surrounding the area are nice and ownership ranges from meticulously maintained condominiums to gorgeous townhomes to beautiful detached single family homes. Located just a mile south of Hunter’s Creek (Orlando), The Loop (established 2007) is a marketplace with 75 storefronts in an outdoor mall setting. The Loop and The Loop West boast over 800,000 square feet of retail space and dining. Living in such proximity to dozens of chain stores and restaurants means that you can shop and dine out at your favorite establishments without the headache of having to drive very far…and these residents enjoy the added bonus of being less than 10 miles from Walt Disney World via Osceola ... 01/22/2015

Here in Florida we have two seasons: Warm and Hot! Spring comes early for Floridians, and usually buyers begin looking for properties again as soon as the holidays have passed. Inventories are lower this time of year and the amount of buyers is elevated making it of the utmost importance that your homes for sale in Kissimmee Florida stand out against the competition. Springtime is the season of competing offers for some homes if they’re competitively priced. No matter what time of year, the following remains true: homes sell during any season, the three most important things that will affect your sale are location, condition and price. If one of those three things is off-kilter, you’ll have a harder time selling your home. You cannot change your home’s location, so it’s important to ma... 01/14/2015

    Kissimmee Main Street is proud to celebrate Valentine's Day with the sixth annual Kissimmee5K. This event will promote heart health with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the American Heart Association. Participants will enjoy a serene lake shore run as the early morning fog rolls over Lake Tohopekaliga. They will take in some of Kissimmee's beautiful historic homes and find great shopping and dining venues as they run through the historic downtown. Participants are certain to experience the best views of our charming and historic downtown. This event is for runners of all abilities and walkers. Strollers are welcome. This year, we are introducing the "Couples Race." In addition to your individual time, you can choose to register as a part of a 2 person team (couple). Your times ... 01/09/2015

   The Daily City Food Truck Bazaar is headed back to Kissimmee this Friday, Jan. 2nd from 6pm-9pm. Stop by for some amazing eats and tasty treats. Ring in 2015 at the first Food Truck Bazaar of the year!       Trucks scheduled to attend include:   Curbside Café, Big Cheese, Los Pueblo, Carabama, Voodoo, Melissa's Chicken & Waffles, Tuk Tuk, Pastrami, Chi Phi, Monsta Lobsta, Bem Bom, Burgers Gone Wild, and 900 Degrees.   Click here for home buying in Kissimmee. Find out what your home is worth.   Our local expert team, Carrie Courtney & Company at Changing Latitudes, is ready to answer questions or help you find your perfect new home. Just call Carrie Courtney at (407)922-9767 or email carrieclpm@gmail.com. Or click here to view our website. We look forward to hearing from you! 12/30/2014

The City of Kissimmee Sanitation Division announces route changes for their drivers beginning the week of January 5th. Collection days will remain unchanged for all residents, however, pick-up times may be affected. Some neighborhoods may experience earlier or later than usual pick-up times. The City of Kissimmee Sanitation Division would like to remind residents to have their containers to the curb no later than 7:00 a.m. on the morning of their pick-up day, or the night before. Please always follow this rule to ensure that containers are picked up on your collection day. There are situations that may affect the time that your container could be collected, including route changes, road construction, holiday pick-ups and emergency vehicles in your area. Not having your container out by ... 12/30/2014

   2015 is fast approaching and Dakin Avenue is the perfect place to ring in the new year! Join 3 Sisters Speakeasy, Red Shoe Martini, Savion's Place, Vintage Vino and Wicked Stepsister for a Black and White Bash on December 31st. Enjoy a specialty menu at 3 Sisters Speakeasy and a special 4 course  dinner at Savion's Place...complete with Vintage Vino wine pairings! Both restaurants will also include a celebratory glass of champagne for their midnight toast! Live music from 3 Forks Road will also begin at 9pm. Don't miss this fun and festive event in downtown Kissimmee!          Our local expert team, Carrie Courtney & Company at Changing Latitudes, is ready to answer questions or help you find your perfect new home. Just call Carrie Courtney at (407)922-9767 or email carrieclpm@gmail.... 12/30/2014

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 Windsor at Westside Vacation Homes Brand New Community Near Disney!    About the Area Windsor at Westside is located just off state road 192 and near highways I-4, U.S. 27 and just eight miles from Disney World, Animal Kingdom and Orlando’s world famous attractions. It allows easy access to local roads and main thorough-fares to get around quickly in and around the Orlando area. The community is located just to the west of Walt Disney World and close to shopping and dining. Since the community is only 30 miles from the Orlando International Airport, it makes travel convenient for you and your guests to your luxurious vacation home.      Find out what your home is worth. Communitiy information and insiders click here. Windsor at Westside Community Video.   Culture / Entertainment Windso... 12/21/2014

  Windsor at Westside is located just off state road 192 and near highways I-4, U.S. 27 and just eight miles from Disney World, Animal Kingdom and Orlando’s world famous attractions. It allows easy access to local roads and main thorough-fares to get around quickly in and around the Orlando area. The community is located just to the west of Walt Disney World and close to shopping and dining. Since the community is only 30 miles from the Orlando International Airport, it makes travel convenient for you and your guests to your luxurious vacation home.   To learn more about the Windsor community click here. To find out home much your home is worth, click here. For Community information and insiders click here. Windsor at Westside Community Video.   Watermarke at Windsor at Westside (Townho... 12/21/2014

    Waterview is centrally located in central Kissimmee, less than 10 miles from the parks of Walt Disney World® and 30 miles from downtown Orlando. Plans for this 283-acre community include a spacious pool deck including poolside cabanas and nearby playground. Integrated within the natural elements of the community, the master plan will also include plenty of walking and biking paths throughout, perfect for those looking to start or keep up with an active lifestyle.   Gatlin: Gentry: Hamilton: Holden: Pierce: Pinelock:   For homes for sale in Waterview click here. Find our what your home is worth. Community information and insiders.           Our local expert team, Carrie Courtney & Company at Changing Latitudes, is ready to answer questions or help you find your perfect new home. Just... 12/20/2014

Waterview is centrally located in central Kissimmee, less than 10 miles from the parks of Walt Disney World® and 30 miles from downtown Orlando. Plans for this 283-acre community include a spacious pool deck including poolside cabanas and nearby playground. Integrated within the natural elements of the community, the master plan will also include plenty of walking and biking paths throughout, perfect for those looking to start or keep up with an active lifestyle.   Conway:   Lancaster: Lowrey: Winterset:   For homes for sale in Waterview click here. Find our what your home is worth. Community information and insiders.         Our local expert team, Carrie Courtney & Company at Changing Latitudes, is ready to answer questions or help you find your perfect new home. Just call Carrie Cour... 12/20/2014

      Waterview is centrally located in central Kissimmee, less than 10 miles from the parks of Walt Disney World® and 30 miles from downtown Orlando. Plans for this 283-acre community include a spacious pool deck including poolside cabanas and nearby playground. Integrated within the natural elements of the community, the master plan will also include plenty of walking and biking paths throughout, perfect for those looking to start or keep up with an active lifestyle. Tucked along Poinciana Boulevard, residents will have convenient access to the major thoroughfares of Hwy. 17-92, I-4, US-192, and the FL-417 Orlando Beltway toll road. Whether seeking the quiet comforts offered in downtown Kissimmee just moments away, or the entertainment venues and throwbacks to yesteryear of Celebratio... 12/20/2014

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