Orlando Real Estate and Community News
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Florida Association of Realtors
“The mission of Florida Realtors is to advance Florida’s real estate industry by shaping public policy on real property issues; encouraging, promoting and teaching consistent standards for ethical practice and professionalism; and building on the efforts of local Boards/Associations to provide the information and tools members need to succeed.”
- 95% likelihood home prices will rise over next two years
- TaxWatch: Fla. still a low-tax state – No. 42 out of 50
- Mortgage rates lower this week – but barely
- Buyers undeterred by rising prices and higher interest rates
- Pop-up hotels sprouting up all over
- Viral marketing: Agent uses T-Rex to promote home
- NAR issues scam warning: Don't offer help to 'Jim'
- Housing starts tumbled 12.3% in June
- NAR backs 21st Century Internet Act bill
- If algae lowers home values, should property taxes go down?
Bungalower
Bungalower is a community-focused local news website that covers and champions the Downtown Orlando area and surrounding neighborhoods. Their coverage area includes most of the neighborhoods within five miles of Orlando. Some of these popular and local neighborhoods are Thornton Park, Colonialtown, College Park, and Delaney Park, as well as the nearby Baldwin Park and Winter Park areas.
- RoyalTea now open in former Mills 50 smoke shop
- BUNGALOWER AND THE BUS – EPISODE 76: GAYS, TACOS, AND TRUVADA
- Great Reads: Orange County Public Library’s July book selections
- House of the Day: Posh two bedroom condo in The Sanctuary asking $479,000
- BUNGALOWER’S TOP 9 WEEKEND EVENT PICKS, JULY 20-22
- OnePulse Foundation launches Ideas Generator for permanent Pulse memorial
- Blackstar closed and being replaced by new concept, Club Vision
- New Hourglass yoga studio offering practice with kittens
- Sprouts to open in former Winter Park Whole Foods this fall
- Here’s how 779 people felt about the Corrine Drive Study options
Downtown Orlando
The official website for Downtown Orlando provides information on local business development, neighborhood guides, Lake Eola event information, and more in Downtown Orlando.
- Back to School Bash 2018
- Florida Blue Florida Classic 2018
- 11th Annual MBGC PROM * Viva Las Vegas
- Zoo Zen
- Ready, Set, Sail
- Food 101: Potatoes & Root Vegetables
- Melrose in the Mix: Terri Binion
- Goal Getter Affirmations Workshop
- War Cry for the Oppressed by Shayna “Simba” Castano: Spoken Word Album Release Celebration
- From Pages to Plate: Alice in Wonderland
Orlando Business Journal
The Orlando Business Journal provides the latest breaking business news for Orlando and surrounding areas.
- This Apopka neighborhood with a shuttered golf course is undergoing a $178M transformation
- Orlando's meager home inventory stifles June home sales
- U.S. mortgage rates reverse course
- Millennials discuss why they cannot afford to buy homes
- Employees at this Lake Mary real estate firm enjoy 'building something great'
- Home sale of the week: Theater, resort-style pool are featured in this $1.72M house
- Home sale of the week: Elevator, summer kitchen are featured in this $2.15M house
- Renting vs. buying - the struggle continues
- This South Florida firm plans to build more upscale apartments in Orlando. Here's why.
- Puppies, President's Club and other perks: FBC Mortgage's strong company culture helps lure and keep top talent
Visit Orlando Events & Blog
Find theme parks, hotels, and tickets with Orlando’s official vacation planning resource, Visit Orlando. Orlando is the most visited destination in the United States, and Visit Orlando’s vision is to be the most visited destination in the world!
Visit Orlando Events
Visit Orlando’s calendar of theme park events, sporting events, festivals, live performances, parades, and more!
- Cirque du Soleil Crystal - A Breakthrough Ice Experience
- Cirque du Soleil Crystal - A Breakthrough Ice Experience
- Cirque du Soleil Crystal - A Breakthrough Ice Experience
- Lakeridge Winery Summer Music Series
- Lakeridge Winery Summer Music Series
- Florida Wedding Expo
- Peru Independence Day Celebration
- Anime Festival Orlando
- Movie Night at Leu Gardens: Black Panther
- The Little Mermaid Live Performance
Visit Orlando Blog
Learn about exciting upcoming events, perfect for visitors and residents alike.