Just for Fun

I would like to apologize for not posting recently. I have my family from England in town, and family comes first. I do have important updates and will do them as soon as possible.

In the meantime, have a look at this Christmas themed joke…

The better gender – men or women?

Orlando Universal Coupon for Boy Scouts and Their Families

Universal Studios Orlando is offering a special discount for Boy Scouts and their families.

Please click here for your offer.

Dawn Pratt, Realtor
www.YourOrlandoConsultant.com

Proudly serving the areas of Waterford Lakes, Waterford Chase, Avalon Park, Avalon Lakes, Stoneybrook and Eastwood.

Florida Foreclosures – 2nd Highest in the Nation

Nevada has the nation’s highest foreclosure rate for the 11th month in a row, according to RealtyTrac. The Nevada rate of one filing for every 152 households was more than four times the national average. The current national average is 1 filing for every 617 households – an increase of 68% from this time last year. Florida, with a rate of 1 filing for every 282 households, ranked second, while Ohio was third.
Many adjustable rate mortgages are to re-adjust next year, which doesn’t look promising for any hope of economic recovery.

Free Stuff

   
2 movie rentals
a tub of popcorn
and 2 20oz beverages for FREE!  

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Waterford N-19 Development

On Thursday, January 31, 2008 a community meeting has been set up to discuss the future of land parcel N-19′.
The meeting will be held at Waterford Elementary – 6:30 pm. The parcel is located behind the Jade Forest Community off Lake Underhill at Waterford Lakes. The site is currently owned by Orange County Schools and is possibly being sold to a land developer where permission may be granted to build more homes.
That’s right- more homes without more roads.

Vote for Florida’s New State Song

Click here to listen and vote for the Florida’s new state song.

List of Bank Owned Properties in the Orlando Area

Ready to buy and looking for a great deal on your next home?

This Saturday, December 15th, join me at the Keller Williams Advantage II office between 2 and 4pm.

We will have 100’s of properties available for your viewing that are listed below market value.
Email me for an appointment today!

Your Orlando Real Estate Agent – Dawn Pratt

East Orlando – Waterford Lakes and Avalon Park Market Report

Click here for an updated report

Waterford Lakes 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Home on Conservation

 

Email me today to see this wonderful home that can be yours for $299,000.  I will pay your HOA fees for 2008!
Contact me by clicking: Your Orlando Consultant

 

Holiday Lighting Tips for East Orlando Residents

Light Emitting Diode (LED) lights offer a number of advantages over traditional incandescent lights:
- Energy efficiency: LEDs save up to 98% of the electricity that is needed to power conventional incandescent, painted or ceramic-coated bulbs.
- Environmentally friendly: The low electricity usage of LEDs means less carbon emissions. LEDs require no glass or tungsten because LEDs do not have a filament like incandescent bulbs, nor do the bulbs contain mercury or lead.
- Safety: LEDs generate much less heat when they operate so they are cool to the touch and are less likely to overload a circuit.
- Longevity: LEDS are much more sturdy and last up to 20 times longer than incandescent holiday light strings.LED holiday lights are typically a little more expensive to buy than their incandescent counterparts. But they virtually pay for themselves in the first year’s electricity savings and thereafter, they are the gift that keeps on giving.

Holiday Lighting Energy-Efficiency Tips
Use a timer to automatically control when your holiday lights turn on and off.
Use energy-efficient holiday lighting products. Some bulbs use energy much more efficiently than do other types. The utility urges the public to remember the importance of electric safety when stringing indoor and outdoor lighting and using electrically powered decorations which are animated or inflatable.

Holiday Lighting Safety Tips
- Keep electrical connections off the ground and away from moisture. Water and electricity are a deadly combination.
- When hanging lights, make sure staples, tacks and nails do not pierce or pinch wires. Use plastic zip cords instead.
- Never get closer than 10 feet to power lines. Remember, trees may have power lines running above, near or through them. Do not throw light strands or electrical cords into trees.
- Do not use lighted candles on trees or decorations. During power outages use flashlights instead of candles.
- Use only lighting and cords approved by the Underwriters Laboratories (UL), an independent, nonprofit organization that tests electrical components and equipment for potential hazards.
- Check all indoor and outdoor decorative lighting for frayed cords, broken wires and loose connections. If you find a problem, throw the strand away.
- Change bulbs only when the lights are unplugged.
- Use lights and extension cords designed for outdoor use if placing them outside.
- Unplug lights when you leave home or go to bed. Use a timer so that they are on only during the hours you select. This can also help you save energy.
- Use only three strands of lights per electrical cord or outlet. An overload could cause a short circuit and a fire.
- Keep indoor trees well watered so that they won’t dry out and become fire hazards.
- Keep lights away from carpeting, furniture, drapes and other combustible materials.