12 Days of Local Favorites

This is my second year collaborating with some of Orlando's best small businesses to share exclusive offers with my customers from my most loved local spots. I love connecting with these business owners and learning all about how they got started and what's new for them this year. I can honestly say that each of these businesses below are led by amazing people and I'm so thankful that they chose to partner with me this year!

Included in this year's 12 days of local favorites is...

$5 gift card to Foxtail Coffee Co

1 FREE draft pour at A La Cart

1 FREE scoop of ice cream at Kelly's Homemade Ice Cream

1 FREE brunch beverage from Black Rooster Taqueria

I FREE cookie with a min $5 purchase from Charlie's Bakery & Creamery

1 FREE balloon bouquet from Silver Moon Balloons

1 $5 candle from The Plum Owl Co

BOGO FREE greeting card from Good Crowd

10% off at YAY! Tiny Shop

10% off at Avalon General

10% off spa services at Mosaic

If you haven't visited one of my favorites above, be sure to give them a try!

As always, thanks for being here!

- Lindsey

New Listing in Oviedo! Pool, Pond, Cul De Sac!

Welcome home to 2048 Wembley Place! This charming 4 bed, 2 and a half bath pool home located on a quiet cul de sac in the small community of Mayfair Oaks, offers peaceful pond views and a private backyard, right in the heart of Oviedo! Plenty of room for your family in this three-way split floor plan with vaulted ceilings and large glass sliding doors and windows that bring in tons of natural light and showcase the beautiful views from almost every room. The bright and airy foyer opens to a formal sitting area with a half bath and guest bedroom to the left. Pass by the formal dining room with views out to the pool and you'll find the kitchen, featuring granite countertops, white shaker cabinets with soft close doors, and bar top seating that opens to the breakfast nook and family room. Enjoy the wood-burning fireplace during these cooler months or open up the oversized sliding doors to the screened lanai for indoor/outdoor entertaining. The spacious owner's retreat features two large closets, dual sinks, soaking tub and easy access out to the lanai. Two additional bedrooms share a full bath with dual sinks and separate enclosed shower on the opposite side of the home, one with a large walk-in closet and pocket door access to the full bath. With top-rated Seminole County schools and just minutes to shops, dining and entertainment, you will love living in this great community! Call me today for your private showing! (865) 712 - 8452

As always, thanks for being here!

- Lindsey

Why Home Buyers Shouldn't Wait

Zillow just shared a great article diving into the facts and future of housing affordability. Yes, interest rates are high, but 1. what if they go up? and 2. refinance is always an option when they come back down.

There are big opportunities for Buyers jumping in right now - for the first time in years Buyers are negotiating on price, inspection repairs, and have the opportunity for Seller credits towards closing costs and rate buy downs.

If you are waiting for the market to crash, take a look at the facts below.

Fewer new listings are coming to the market. Why? Homeowners feel 'locked in' at their current homes. With mortgage rates at a 20 year high, 90% of current mortgages have less than 6% interest rates. Some Sellers would like to move up but are priced out, those who could downsize are realizing that their house at 3.5% may have a lower monthly mortgage than even a smaller house at 6.5%.

More Buyers are entering the market. Over the next four years we'll see the largest portion of our population go through 'peak first time home buying' season. Already in 2022, the percent of First Time Home Buyers has increased by 8% compared to last year. Thanks to the softening of the market, first timers are no longer competing with cash offers over asking, large down payments, and seasoned buyers.

What is the true cost of waiting to buy? 78% - yes, almost ALL prospective buyers told Zillow in a recent survey that they would ramp up their home search if interest rates dropped below 4.5%. IF that were to happen, do you want to compete with them in multiple offer situations (again)?

Top housing economists and experts project 2-4% growth in housing prices each year through 2026. What if housing prices don’t crash? How much is rent costing you while waiting for the ‘right’ home buying conditions? How much equity are you missing out on by not investing in real estate today?

Questions? Let's talk more!

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As always, thanks for being here!

- Lindsey