Dec
09
2008
Despite a questionable economy Karen Arbutine broke Seminole County’s highest closed recorded sale. She represented the buyer and negotiated the record-breaking deal in this high profile sale.
The home is amongst the 2008 Street of Dreams Luxury Home Showcase in Lake Mary / Longwood, Florida located just off Markham Woods Road and sold for $8.1 million. The gorgeous lake front home in Lake Club was named the Chateau D’Usse and came complete with lazy river, Nintendo Wii room, theater, 5 beds, 5 baths and 11,026 square feet of luxury living.
Even in the current economy real estate is selling. Karen Arbutine has positioned herself in the current real estate market to bring buyers and sellers together and to get deals closed.
If you are interested in buying or selling real estate and would like to schedule a private consultation on the value of your home or to discuss an investing strategy call Karen Arbutine directly at 888-727-7778.
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Dec
04
2008
Remington College of Nursing is coming to Rinehart Ridge IV at 660 Century Point in Lake Mary. Rinehart Ridge IV is a 70,400 sq. ft. office building. Remington College of Nursing has leased 19,200 sq. ft. of the space.
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Aug
25
2008
How does it feel to live in a private lakefront? I think it feels like living in an earthly paradise.
A private lakefront epitomizes placidity. It is a place where an individual can breathe a sigh of relief and be free from stress and trouble. If you suffer exhaustion, whether from work in particular or life in general, the lakefront can be the perfect place to assuage fatigue. Life is full of ups and downs and reconnecting yourself with nature works as an antidote. Staring at the lake can lessen the burden inside your chest. The calmness can invigorate both your body and mind.
If you hate noisy and risky neighborhood, peaceful communities like Lake Mary can be your best option. The serene city in Seminole County takes pride in its secured privacy and lower crime rates compared to other cities in America. This is the reason why more and more individuals are surfing the net to find Lake Mary homes for sale. Listings, real estate info, and some reports about the gorgeous city were not spared. An indication that these individuals look forward to living in Lake Mary to enjoy private lakefronts and other pleasures.
Aside from that, people want to maximize privacy. They don’t want their neighbors to know more about them. Besides, privacy is a right vested to each individual so why compromise. Said privacy comes handy at Lake Mary which boasts of the conveniences of sophisticated cities minus the traffic. The charm of the peaceful and enchanting city continues to lure more Americans. I can relate.
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Aug
21
2008
Good and bad emotions collide. No worries. That’s a normal reaction. That’s exactly how you’d feel when you are about to purchase a new estate home. But to play down the emotional torture, you have to organize your thoughts and settle on a good estate buying plan. Know your needs. Know your wants. And know the contents of your pocket.
If you want to live in Lake Mary because the community is friendly and the environment is conducive to your lifestyle, you must have the means to obtain such end. You can opt to take advantage of Lake Mary Florida remax. The gorgeous estate homes offered by the city have booming businesses and great schools nearby. Moreover, it could be a nice place to live, work, and study.
In purchasing, it is tempting to rush out. But don’t be led astray by your impulse. So in a nutshell, how do you find the right estate home? Here is your “to do list”:
- Determine your budget.
- Search for the most conducive community for you.
- Know the housing type you want.
- Consult your family members about their qualifications for a new home.
- Settle on the additional features you want your estate home to have.
- Consider your future needs.
- Inspect the estate home.
- Get pre-approved for a mortgage.
- Make a purchase.
Purchasing an estate home may not be as fast as you think it is. But keep your cool and maintain your focus. It pays to choose the right estate home.
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Aug
17
2008
Other individuals find it stimulating. Others illustrate it as nerve-racking. As for me, I feel mixed emotions. Yeah, searching for the right home is never easy. There are several things that you have to consider before purchasing and moving into a new home. You can’t do it at once. You can’t have it all in just a flick of a finger. You certainly know that things can get worse if you don’t weigh things out. And they can get much worse if you choose a mediocre option. One wrong decision can make you and your family miserable. One wrong choice can spoil an otherwise fulfilling life. So how do you circumvent it?
It all starts with a good plan then things will fall into places. Making a good plan means bombarding yourself with so many questions. What are the characteristics you want your would-be house to have? What are the facilities that you can’t live without? What kind of community do you like? Do you want a Lake Mary FL remax or not? How much are you willing to spend for your new home?
So you have answers to those queries. The next step is to answer this: Do you want to do it all by yourself or through an agent? If you want to do it alone, try the FSBO’s. They are property for sale by owner. If you want the help of an agent, ask recommendations from friends and family members who have hired the services of an agent before. You can also make your research on the net. It is crucial to know the background of the agent or the company before deciding to hire one.
Let your house hunting begin…
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Jul
28
2008
Harkins Cos. is building a $1.5 million , 5,200 SQ. Ft. M&I Bank branch on Rinehart Road in Lake Mary, FL expected to be complete by the end of 2008.
Another M&I branch location will be started in Tavares during the month of September.
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Jul
28
2008
The 32746 ZIP (Lake Mary) lands the number 8 spot within the wealthiest ZIP codes in the Central Florida area.
The top of the list is 34786 in Windermere, FL.
The top 10 list is as follows:
1. Windermere 34786
2. Longwood 32779
3. Orlando 32832
4. Orlando 32836
5. Orlando 32819
6. Winter Park 32789
7. Oviedo 32765
8. Lake Mary 32746
9. Kissimmee 34747
10. Maitland 32751
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Jul
22
2008
Orlando’s Street of Dreams
The exclusive Lake Club development in Lake Mary, Florida hosted this year’s Orlando’s Street of Dreams Luxury Home Show. This luxury home show featured the finest fully-furnished and accessorized custom estate homes. These distinctive homes are some of the most spectacular residences ever presented in beautiful Lake Mary, Florida; a community that is ranked #1 in Florida and #4 in the entire US on the “Best Places to Live” by CNNMoney.
Lake Club is a gated new home community located across from Alaqua Lakes on Markham Woods Road, one half mile south of Lake Mary Blvd. This spectacular neighborhood features 3 multi-million dollar luxury estate homes each customized and designed by a leading Central Florida new home construction builder and interior designer.
Listing Courtesy of Stirling Sotheby’s Int’l Realty
Listing Courtesy of Custom Builder Realty, LLC
Build Your Dream Home in Lake Club
The Lake Club community also features 3 spacious parcels of land that are for sale and ready for you to build your dream home.
Listing Courtesy of Stirling Sotheby’s Int’l Realty
If you would like more information on any of these fine homes of lots that are for sale call Karen Arbutine today at 1-888-727-7778.
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Jun
16
2008
A state-of-the-art playground for area children includes a tot lot (ages 2-5), a kids play area (5-12) and a splash park. There is also a covered picnic area and parking. Bring the kids out and enjoy the playground!
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Jun
16
2008
The new Lake Mary Events Center is 19,000 square feet and is perfect for your business meetings, ceremonies, weddings, receptions, parties, retreats and banquets. Catering services are available.
The Grand Ballroom will seat up to 250 guests with doors leading to a patio overlooking the beautiful shores of West Crystal Lake.
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