Home values in Windermere, FL are among the highest in the country...maybe even the world!  Real estate in the 34786 zip code is among the most coveted and sought after around.  Home values in this area are greatly influenced by the value of the land.  Windermere is a small Orlando Neighborhood, tucked away among the Butler Chain of Lakes that has been around for quite some time.  Many lake front homes have access to a system of 13 bodies of water, all connected for the enjoyment of this luxury home market.  For this reason, the value of a home in Windermere is significantly higher than in any of the neighboring communities.  The seller of one of these luxury homes has to keep in mind that the buyer of his house will most likely not be an Orlando resident.  The price of the Windermere h... 08/30/2012

Home values in Windermere, FL are among the highest in the country...maybe even the world!  Real estate in the 34786 zip code is among the most coveted and sought after around.  Home values in this area are greatly influenced by the value of the land.  Windermere is a small Orlando Neighborhood, tucked away among the Butler Chain of Lakes that has been around for quite some time.  Many lake front homes have access to a system of 13 bodies of water, all connected for the enjoyment of this luxury home market.  For this reason, the value of a home in Windermere is significantly higher than in any of the neighboring communities.  The seller of one of these luxury homes has to keep in mind that the buyer of his house will most likely not be an Orlando resident.  The price of the Windermere h... 08/08/2012

If you are trying to sell your Windermere, FL home then you know that property values in this Luxury Real Estate market are unpredictable.  What a home is worth in Windermere is determined not only by the recently sold homes in the 34786 zip code, but also by the original contractor who built the home, the upgraded features the home may have, and the quality of construction.  The  Luxury Home Team at Keller Williams Classic Realty has the experience to ensure that a Windermere property value specialist will help you analyze the 34786 market to give you an accurate assessment of what your home is worth.   Francisco Orchilles, Realtor® | Residential Real Estate Services | Keller Williams Classic Realty 5979 Vineland Rd. #101 Orlando, FL 407-925-4552   http://www.orlandorealtylist.com      08/08/2012

Exclusive Buyers Agent for Windermere Florida Attorneys do not advocate for two clients with opposing interests...so how is it that some Windermere Real Estate Agents claim to be able to represent or "partially" represent both the seller AND the buyer in the same transaction?  The honest answer is they can't!  If that were really possible, only one attorney would be needed for each courtroom.  Lets face it...the seller wants the highest price and to repair nothing...the buyer wants the lowest price and everything fixed...both want the most favorable terms...and the agent is stuck in the middle with a major conflict of interest. For more buyer information go to NAEBA.org the National Association of EXCLUSIVE Buyers Agents. So who is REALLY representing you?  Probably no one...  The only ... 08/08/2012

Keenes Pointe Keenes Pointe is an upscale, gated neighborhood in Windermere Florida.  It is located on the Butler Chain of Lakes and is home to a world class Golf Course.  There are many different homes to choose from, including on the Golf Course, Water front and abundant nature preserves.  The community offers residents many amenities including Lake access, swimming pool, playgrounds and lighted tennis courts.  Homeowners can also enjoy the Golden Bear Club with a lounge that has beautiful views of the lake, a state of the art fitness center and the Jack Nicklaus Golf Course.  You can find more information at the Keenes Pointe HOA. Keenes Pointe Homes for Sale Here are the homes for sale in Keenes Pointe.  This is just a small sample of what Keenes Pointe has to offer.  There is nothi... 08/06/2012

The Windermere Real Estate Market is good...real good.  Properties are selling and inventory is shrinking.  The proverbial "supply and demand" is making multiple offers a common occurrence.  It is not unusual to get many offers on a nice home within a day or two, so sellers are getting to pick and choose which offer they like best.  Cash still talks loudest in Windermere Home Buying. Here is why a CASH offer is still "King" in Windermere... 1.  A CASH offer is usually a solid offer for the seller, so the seller can make real plans to move.  No financing to fall through at the last minute and no delays over an underwriter requesting a yellow copy of a bank statement from 5 years ago years, or the DNA of the mother-in-law who is co-signing. 2.  No appraisal requirement.  Even though the ... 08/02/2012

Florida Transaction Brokers and the Illusion of Representation  If you think that a Florida Transaction Broker will really represent you, think again. The Florida Transaction Broker Notice form says that the licensee will ASSIST the party in a LIMITED form of representation.    "ASSIST" DOES NOT MEAN REPRESENT and "LIMITED" means you are giving up your right to undivided loyalty...note that the word licensee is used so that no one gets confused and thinks that they really do have an "agent". While the average person thinks that "represent" means that they are a client and have someone advocating for them, Florida inserted a very different meaning for the word "represent".  The FLORIDA DEFINITION SAYS: that "LIMITED" representation only means that a buyer or seller is not responsible for... 07/20/2012

6578 HELMSLEY CIR, WINDERMERE FL 34786                                                                    $$$ 299,900 $$$ Exterior Front Yard/Garden Master Bedroom Master Bath Living Room Dining Room Den/Family/Great Room Studio/Study/Office: Possible 4th bedroom with bath and closet Bedroom 2 Kitchen Swimming Pool/Hot Tub/Sauna Other Prepare to be impressed with this former model home!  20ft Vailted ceilings greet you as you enter the front door into the formal living and dining room. The impressive staircase to the second floor bedrooms is showcased by solid wood stained handrails and spindled railings that allow a impressive view to below. High windows let in the sunshine and make this home bright and cheerful. The kitchen is a chefs delight with Black granite counters and dark walnu... 07/18/2012

What are those dead animals doing inside Windermere home? I showed Windermere homes last week.  Nice Windermere neighborhood.  Dark Windermere house. We walk into the great room and froze...spread eagle on the pool table is a 12 foot white wolf skin complete with the head and teeth...as I quickly turn my head I see more dead stuffed foxes, and a bobcat...they were everywhere...even owls and who knows what else...I stopped looking...it was awful. OK, so I may just be a serious animal lover, but so was my buyer...and the color of the big wolf reminded her of her Siberian Husky Dog.  The energy was dreadful ... I was ready to burn sage.  Seriously. What a turn-off! What was the Windermere Home Seller thinking? Or bettter yet....did the listing agent even see the house?    We are not in Ala... 07/09/2012

How about a good Home Inspection for Windermere Florida? I always recommend good home inspectors for Windermere Home Inspections and there is nothing in it for me besides a good home inspection.  I have been told that I am crazy to do that and I should just tell the buyer to find their own inspector.  Sure I could do that...I could just close my eyes and wash my hands of any liability but my fiduciary duties call for me to use my "expertise" in Real Estate to guide my buyer to use a competent home inspector for Windermere properties, or any property. I care if my buyer gets ripped off by a home inspector that does a lousy job...and there are a lot of lousy home inspectors out there inspecting homes. Experienced and Competent Home Inspectors are never the cheapest and they charge by the ... 07/02/2012

We have created these Real Estate Statistics in Windermere, Florida to provide you a snapshot of active and sold inventory on a monthly basis. Windermere Florida is located in Southwest Orlando and nestled between numerous large lakes that form the Butler Chain of Lakes. Windermere was established in 1889 and works hard to maintain that small town feel. For instance, many local streets are still dirt roads. Windermere has expanded to include newer subdivisions such as Lakes of Windermere, Keene’s Pointe, Summerport, and Glenmuir. If you would like Real Estate Statistics for your home, please visit:  www.windermereflhomeprices.com As of June 1, 2012 here are the current Real Estate Statistics in Windermere Florida There are currently 268 HOMES for Sale listed in our MLS system ranging fr... 07/02/2012

Lake Butler Sound - Windermere, Florida Along the Southern shores of Lake Butler, you will find some of the most spectacular Windermere Real Estate, in the upscale community of Lake Butler Sound. Within this exclusive guard-gated Orlando neighborhood, homes and estates range from 3,000 square feet to 88,000 square feet in size. Lake Butler Sound provides its residents with a quiet, natural beauty. With community amenities such as a private dock with private viewing area of Lake Butler, the pristine Cartmel Gardens, the English Gardens, and the Sanctuary at Lake Butler Sound - one will appreciate such tranquil surroundings to call home.                   Homes and Estate in Lake Butler Sound can range in price between $600,000 to $65,000,000.   For the latest information on Lake Butler S... 06/24/2012

Central Florida is loving the most recent addition to our areas Farmers Market's being held in the charming town of Windermere, Florida. Windermere Real Estate owners especially appreciate the convenient location and diverse offerings that the Windermere Farmers Market provides. The Town of Windermere Farmers Market is held every Friday, from 8:00am - 1:00pm. Perfectly located in town, just off of Main Street - adjacent to the Windermere Town Hall. Central Florida's top vendors showcase a variety of products, including farmers produce, coffee's, organic products, honey, pet foods, fresh and local fish and meets, as well as plants and flowers - just to name a few.   06/24/2012

8240 STONEMASON CT, WINDERMERE FL 34786                                                      $$$ 1,000,000 $$$ Exterior Front Foyer Great Room Great Room : Wet bar in the great room Dining Room Kitchen Master Bedroom Master Bedroom: Master Walk In Closet Master Bath/Spa Junior Office Swimming Pool/Hot Tub/Sauna View Here is the hidden gem of Keene's Point! This 4700+ square foot, 3 bedroom, 3.5 bath French Provincial pool home sits on the 15th fairway at the end of a cul-de-sac. Attention to detail is apparent as you walk in the front entry. Hardwood floors in the great room, kitchen and dining room, carpeted bedrooms and upstairs bonus room, along with tiled baths and inside laundry. The large great room comes with  a wet bar area and has French doors that open up to the lanai. The kit... 06/21/2012

13978 DARCHANCE RD, WINDERMERE FL 34786                                                                  $$$ 355,000 $$$ Exterior Front Living Room Living Room Dining Room Other Kitchen Breakfast Nook Den/Family/Great Room Master Bedroom Patio/Deck Exterior Back Yard/Garden Discover how sweet life can be with this beautiful 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home.  Grab a seat on your covered front porch with your favorite beverage while waiting to greet your guests.  Escort them through your foyer into your formal living and dining room with distinctive staircase, columns, and archways.  Hors d'oeuvres in your butler's pantry are waiting to be served, or welcome them back to your spacious kitchen and family room for a more intimate group.  Gather at your breakfast bar, or invite them to help out, eit... 06/21/2012

Windermere and South Winter Garden             On the far west side of the Orlando MSA this developing area is growing by leaps and bounds. Just drive down the main road (SR 535/Daniels Rd.) and you will see the new home builder signs dotting the sides of the street as the area continues to build. Existing homes however, are still priced well below comparable new homes, offering opportunity for great deals. Located just north of Disney’s “cast member” entrance, the areas primary driver is the hospitality, tourism and entertainment market, with accompanying financial, small business, government, and real estate related industries. Windermere “The Town Amongst the Lakes” is one of the most premium communities in central Florida; known for multi-million dollar homes owned by local and nati... 06/16/2012

Windermere Buyers Broker and Buyer Confidentiality If a Windermere Home Buyer client is rich and famous and another Windermere Buyer client is living on a credit card, they both receive 100% confidentiality from me.  There is no leaking of Buyer's Confidential information that is not in the buyers best interest. Home Buyer confidentiality means there is no bragging or blabbing about the buyer clients.  Total Confidentiality in Real Estate is rarely offered in Florida because "Transaction Brokers" cannot offer full Fiduciary Duties, and agents that represent the seller keep nothing about the Home Buyer confidential.  Total Buyer Confidentiality means you say as little as possible about your Buyer client as necessary and you keep anything personal about them private. I once sold a divorci... 06/11/2012

Swim Lessons at the Golden Bear Club - Keene's Pointe, Windermere, FL Summer swim lessons will be held at the Golden Bear Club in Keene's Pointe, for children ages 4 - 10 years old. Group and private lessons are available for Golden Bear Club Members and will be 30 minutes in duration. Sessions held on Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning June 5, 2012.  BIG FISH SWIM SCHOOL at the GOLDEN BEAR CLUB 2012 PRICING Private Lessons - $320 Member Private Lessons - $340 Guests Group Lessons - $165 Member Group Lessons - $175 Guests Contact Big Fish Swim School to reserve your space today - 407.251.9869 Interested in learning more about prestigious Keene's Pointe Orlando Real Estate? Jeffrey Funk and Team specialize in Windermere, FL real estate. 06/06/2012

5843 CAYMUS LOOP, WINDERMERE FL 34786                                                                     $$$ 399,900 $$$ Exterior Front Kitchen Yard/Garden Master Bedroom Studio/Study/Office Den/Family/Great Room PRICED TO SELL!!   This terrific home features a spectacular open floor plan with soaring ceilings and lots of light.  Grand entry with home office and formal living room flowing into the family room and kitchen. Split plan makes master bedroom a private retreat. Quiet lot with lots of privacy in beautiful Keene's Pointe. Ready to Sell!  This Property is NOT a short sale and can accomodate a QUICK CLOSE! Get in to your dream home before interest rates rise. For the latest status on this property and many more in the Windermere Area, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Rea... 06/04/2012

6990 DUNCASTER ST, WINDERMERE FL 34786                                                                 $$$ 217,800 $$$ Exterior Front Other Kitchen Dining Room Living Room Bedroom 1 Bath1 Den/Family/Great Room Multiple offers expected on this turn-key 2 story Lakes of Windermere corner lot home! This 4 bedroom 3 bath home features formal living and dining rooms, 20 foot vaulted ceilings in the oversized family roomgourmet kitchen overlooking the family room with granite counters and all appliances; huge bedrooms; utility room; covered patio and more - not your "typical REO" For the latest status on this property and many more in the Windermere Area, contact Steve Glose with Keller Williams Realty direct at 407-616-7286 or visit www.thefloridalivingteam.com. For a faster reply you can al... 06/04/2012