ST.CLOUD FLORIDA, SO MUCH TO DO AND WHY IT IS GREAT TO LIVE HERE. If you are new to Central Florida, one of the most overlooked places in St. Cloud  Homes & Land, dating back to the early 1900's this community began as a sugar plantation.  The pristine 11,000 acre fresh water lake,known to the locals as Lake Toho, is rich with bass was an naitive american hunting ground.  Located on the East West corridor between Melbourne (Beaches) and Disney to the west, it is the jewel of Osceola County.  Cattle and horse ranches once painted the landscape reminiscent of the old west-today it is a thriving bedroom community to Disney, yet enjoys a less tourist atmosphere.  Veteran's who helped established this City in 1909, as a retirement community for returning Civil War Veterans, have continued to... 03/26/2010

Do REALTORS® understand the special needs of long distance buyers?  Not all buyers are local. Particularly in tourist communities, the majority of buyers interested in purchasing property often do it long distance. While a recent survey indicated that few buyers are willing to purchase a property "sight unseen" many buyers will begin their search long distance. PUTTING THE SHOE ON THE OTHER FOOT        It is often difficult to get a grasp of the local area. The in depth knowledge that comes with actually knowing the area, traveling the local roadways, and familiarity with specific locales. Imagine yourself trying to consider making a purchase of something as significant as a house, town home or condo from across the country.   In regions such as my market of Central Florida, the vast ma... 06/09/2009

A youth movement is underway. Let it never be said that youth is wasted n the young, in fact today's young people are very saavy.  The are smart, well educated and exploring the housing market in larger numbers than ever before.  One reason is Affordability. THE AFFORDABILITY FACTOR In some areas for what one would expect to pay for a high end car, you can purchase a home. The current market climate has yielded some HOT deals which appears to be enticing the twenty something crowd to explore their options in the housing market.  FOr too long homes were unapproachable. One needed to be established, and finding a starter home was difficult to come buy.  Not so anymore. THE GREAT APPEAL OF HISTORIC OLDER HOMES Old Homes are making a big comeback in St. Cloud Florida.  Classic historic home... 06/06/2009

We have all heard the expression Opportunity knocks.  But if no one is home is there anyone there to hear it?  Saint Cloud, Florida my market has undegone a price transformation.  IF YOU HAVE ONLY A SMALL POT O GOLD IN MY MARKET WE CAN CALL YOU A HOME OWNER! Back in 2006 the public wanted Afforable Housing...also called Work Force Housing, the clammoring for well priced homes the average person could afford has finally been answered.  Perhaps the best part of the Mortgage Melt Down and Credit Crisis was it opend up genuine opportunity for the average working person who was shut out when the housing market went insane.  For those who carefully guarded their small pot of gold, that caution may have been very wise. Homes Under 50K   Homes Under 50-100K Homes 100-125K Homes 125-150K No matt... 04/05/2009

Fresh No Frills Good Eatin' Seafood. Crabby Bills in Saint Cloud, Florida 1104 Lakeshore Blvd. My wife and I have always enjoyed good seafood with a view. Saint Cloud, Florida for the past year and a half has that combination. Twenty five years ago we use to eat at The Original Crabby Bills in Indian Rocks Beach, Florida. A dozen oysters then were just $1.50. The price has gone up to $5.99, but the oysters are still just as fresh. Back then the specials were taped to the walls on simple sheets of paper. Today, there are a few chalk boards with just a few prices. Now there is an extensive menu with local favorites, and just about any seafood that you would desire.Yes, the prices have gone up and we are just a bit older, but Crabby Bills still has great fresh seafood. On our first visit w... 03/16/2008