Where To Eat In Port Orange, Florida It is Saturday, and we are going over Dunlawton Ave. Bridge going home. At the foot of the bridge there is a guy with a big sign, and while we are waiting for a green signal, we read it. It invites to a Grand Opening of a Crab House under the bridge. And out of the blue my wife turns to me and says she would like to go. She loves seafood, and crabs, but she is not a going out person, so this was sort of unexpected. Anyway, we turn and go under the bridge and here it is, Oyster Bay Crab House at: 65 Dunlawton Ave., Port Orange, FL 32127.(386) 304-0048. It is only around 1 PM, and there is still plenty of parking. I ordered Mussels, and Olga had Snow Crab legs. Food was plenty and food was good. Several times we could here people walk in, asking someth... 01/22/2012

A week ago I received a call from the agent, who wanted to show a house in Port Orange, FL. The house is overpriced because the Seller is trying to avoid a short sale, but is a little bit underwater. It was rented, and it was not a big pain in the neck for the Seller. And then the Seller instead of signing a lease for another year, offered the tenant to buy it for the amount of the loan. And this was a serious mistake. In few days an agent called and asked for references. Yep, the tenant is scared to be in a home, where the landlord is thinking abbout selling. The Seller can't keep paying unless he gets rent, and with the tenant gone, he either needs another tenant right away, wich is difficult, or sell it before going into delinquency, as maintaining a good credit is of paramount impor... 09/24/2011

I was coming to Beachside from Port Orange, one of the nicest cities of Greater Daytona. It is a very popular place to live among locals. Not so much with tourists, as it is mostly on the mainland. Our daily dose of rain was already over, but the sun did not make it into the clearing, and just gave those awesome highlights to the clouds firing the edges... I got off Dunlawton Bridge and drove to the north side to see the sunset. On the quiet surface of the river there was a group of young women on paddle boards. I thought that this was a college team, but the girl told me that they just happened to know the owner of Daytona Paddle Board Jeanette Hopkins, and it was for fun. Judging by the size of the group, Jeanette has a lot of friends and they all had fun out there. Isn't it always ab... 07/12/2011

Here is a comparison for ENTIRE DAYTONA MLS of March 2011 to the previous 30 days (1/30/11 to 2/28/11) AND compared to March of 2010.    Bottom line compared to LAST YEAR there are fewer new listings, sales are about the same, but properties going "pending" is up almost 20%.  Average sales prices are flat. I prefer looking at price per square foot when it comes to pricing. Days on Market is averaging 137.   Monthly Statistics Report - 03/01/2011 - 03/31/2011 DAYTONA BEACH AREA ASSOC. OF REALTORS - Compiled on April 8, 2011   03/01/2011 - 03/31/2011 Change from01/30/2011 - 02/28/2011 03/01/2010 - 03/31/2010 Change from03/01/2010 - 03/31/2010 to03/01/2011 - 03/31/2011 YTD2011 YTD2010 2010 - 2011YTD           Residential           New Listings 953 11.72% 1,080 -11.75% 2,781 3,194 -12.93%  ... 04/08/2011

The Pavilion at Port Orange is the area's newest shopping center. The Pavilion is a beautiful open-air shopping center located in Port Orange, FL, just south of Daytona Beach.  Anchored by Belk department store, The Pavilion features food, entertainment and shopping for the entire family. The Pavilion offers great shopping from local boutiques to national retailers, such as Ulta, Marshalls/HomeGoods and David's Bridal.  After a day of shopping, enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants or a movie at one of Hollywood Theaters 14-screens.5501 South Williamson Blvd, Port Orange, Florida 32128Mon - Sat: 10 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Sun: Noon - 6 p.m.Department store and holiday hours may vary.The Pavilion is conveniently located off I-95 south of Daytona Beach area, and close to Daytona Beach Shore... 11/28/2010

Market research is something I enjoy. I don't know exactly why I love crunching numbers. Maybe it is from back in college when I studied data collection and analysis. Maybe it was from my former profession when I studied crime statistics and evaluated job performances of law enforcement officers. Later I was hired by dozens of banks (still am) to advise them on what their bank owned properties are worth. No matter what the reason, the buyers and sellers I work with have certainly appreciated my ability to predict what homes will sell for and in how much time. As an aside, my realty has sold 5 properties in the Sanctuary this year - plus I live there with my family. I just completed market research into The Sanctuary on Spruce Creek in Port Orange, Florida. I looked at all pool homes bet... 11/05/2010

A short sale client of mine in Port Orange, Florida has been hearing and reading the headlines about major lenders halting their foreclosures. Well, two of them GMAC and Bank of America have started the process back up again. GMAC took a respite that started 2 months ago. BofA is estimating only a few more weeks until they are up and running. The issue was that some of the legal documents had not been processed properly and claims had not been verified. Some claim this is a "fraud against the court" and may invalidate huge numbers of foreclosures. Maybe so. But this will likely not effect anyone who is in foreclosure right now. Yes, the attorneys general of many states, if not all, are calling for some sort of action that may slow things. But rest assured, doing nothing is a foolish cho... 10/20/2010

               Port Orange Family Days 2010 - You Found it on Lisa Hill's Real Estate Blog I'm late on posting about Port Orange Family Days this year, since I haven't been blogging as much. And it's happening right now! But don't worry. It lasts all weekend. And so far we're having great weather for it! So if you live in the Port Orange/Daytona Beach areas, head on over to the Port Orange City Center. If you've never been before, you should definitely go! You can enjoy music, games, food (LOTS of food!), fun and rides at the midway! I rarely miss a year, so I'll be there tomorrow. (You'll probably find me on the rides.) If you're interested in buying or selling real estate in the Port Orange or Daytona Beach areas, hunt me down tomorrow at Port Orange Family Days! I'm a Daytona Beach ... 10/02/2010

The Dorsey Brothers Orchestra will be LIVE on the Ampitheater Stage, Thursday September 30th "Swing" and "Big Band Sounds" are coming to Port Orange - Experience a "Toe Tapping Outing" with The Dorsey Brothers Orchestra.  Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey were best known leaders of Swing Era orchestras, with "Sophisticated Swing", Darn that Dream and Jimmy Dorsey's "Boogie Woogie" a few of their most acclaimed songs. Port Orange residents will be enjoying this "Free Concert" this week at the Port Orange Family Days Event at the City Center which kicks off on Thursday.  The Parker Amphitheater in Port Orange City Center has sturdy bleacher style seating and extensive area down front where wheel chairs and other seating can be positioned.  Jim Miller, and the Orchestra will present a "free" two-hou... 09/27/2010

   FAMILY DAYS - PORT ORANGE - THURSDAY SEPT 30 - SUNDAY OCT 3 Thursday, September 30 - Parker Amphitheater - City Center Free Family Days Kick Off Concert at 6:30pm - Jim Miller and theDorsey Brothers Orchestra If You Go WHAT: Family Days WHERE: City Center, Port Orange WHEN: Thursday-Sunday All day Entertainment Saturday on 2 stages Saturday 7pm -Jim Van Fleet & the Reign Admission Cost - Free (except for carnival rides)   CARNIVAL  - RIDES - FUN FOR THE KIDS Thursday, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Saturday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Arm band for rides $20; $5-off coupon available for Thursday and Sunday.   · Dorsey Brothers Orchestra, 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, amphitheater; free music and dance lessons · Children's movie "G-Force," 7 p.m. Friday... 09/26/2010

A NEW WAY TO VALUE REAL ESTATE Awhile back I was working with a customer on the purchase of a short sale. It was on acreage but was only an unfinished shell. The slab, concrete block walls, and the roof were complete. None of the interior framing had been started. A property such as this can be difficult to value.   Obviously, there is the value of the land, plus the value of the unfinished structure. There are many considerations including risk - risk that the vandals that broke out the glass block windows dumped sand, rocks, glass, metal etc. down the uncapped pvc plumbing.  What is the ARV (After Repair Value)? One way to look at the value is the ARV minus the cost to complete. We had to consider depreciation. It would take quite a bit of work to check on permits and get estimates to... 09/24/2010

Port Orange Superior Sheds offers superior service not only before but during and after the sale. Wow, what a pleasure it is to deal with a company that is looking out for their customers. My dear sweet uncle was in the market for a storage shed and I went out shopping. I checked out the mega stores but I'm always looking to shop with the local Mom and Pop shops when ever I can. The day I stopped in to Superior Sheds it was bucketing rain in Port Orange to beat the band. Pete Padberg came running out of the office with a huge golf umbrella opened up so that I wouldn't get wet. What a gentleman...you know right then and there I wanted to buy from this fella! We both made it in to his office and looked at his selection and he really asked me some very good questions about the use and nee... 09/02/2010

FREE FORECLOSURE SEMINAR     FORECLOSURE IS NOT AN OPTION Meet with an experienced foreclosure attorney and a Realtor who has specialized in foreclosure since 2004. This meeting is free. Seating is limited and you must reserve a seat. We will discuss: Loan Modification Fighting in Court Deed in Lieu of Foreclosure Short Sales  Foreclosure is serious business. You are being sued. Know your options.  Contact Phil Hanner at 386-214-7745, email is phanner@cfl.rr.com, WWW.DAYTONABEACHREO.COM Keller Williams Realty Florida Partners 3510 S. Nova Road Suite 112, Port Orange Fl, 32127 08/11/2010

        YMCA Programs and Real Estate Info for Port Orange-Ormond Beach-Daytona Beach It seems like summer (in terms of children and school) can fly right by. Before you know it, your children are back in school and a grade higher (hopefully)  ;-)   But to families where both parent's work, or in single-parent homes, summers can be a stressful time. And you don't want your children sitting idle and bored. You probably want something your children can enjoy, while you can have some peace of mind while you're working to support your family! So I ask, have you considered your local YMCA? When my daughter was younger (she's now in college and chose to work in the admissions office for the summer, to reduce her costs and gain some other college-related benefits next year) I enrolled her in ... 07/22/2010

                              Port Orange FL-Buying and Selling Real Estate This Summer Summer is officially here in Port Orange, Florida! You know it by the sweltering heat that always accompanies the months of July and August. (We dread the electric bill every year during these months.) You know it's summer when you walk across the bright, sunny parking lot (leaving umbrella in the car) into our "gi-normous" (my daughter's word-just combine giant + enormous. lol) Super Wal-Mart to buy your groceries, and anything else you could possibly need; and 30 minutes later you hear, and feel the vibrations of huge bursts of thunder. So you rush for the checkout counter, buying yet another umbrella to add to your collection, and race for the doors, only to discover it's too late. You now stand ... 07/16/2010

                             Beautiful Port Orange Florida House for Sale in Gated Community This house is perfect for a large family, and great for entertaining as well! You'll love the layout, the area, and the neighbors ( I live next door) =P Don't wait. Call today!     **ALL CONTENT IS COPYRIGHTED. DO NOT COPY** 06/16/2010

Six realities driving the distressed property opportunites.Myths about the market and the realities to help you succeed.How distressed property deals are different, and what to expect.How to get your offer accepted and your purchase closed.How to be a winning buyer in todays market. Learn from an Experienced Foreclosure Professional Phil Hanner Date:          June 17, 2010 Time:         7 PM Location:        Keller Williams 3510 S. Nova Road Suite 112, Port Orange   You must RSVP via email or phone - see below. This workshop is free and seating is limited. Phil Hannerphanner@cfl.rr.com386-214-7745 06/11/2010

                               Buy, Sell or Lease a House or Condo in Port Orange Florida It's that time of year again. It's the time of year when the weather in Central Florida is warm and wonderful. It's also perfect for anyone who would like to buy a house or condo in the beautiful town of Port Orange. We also have plenty of houses and condos for lease in Port Orange. Below is a chart of the active real estate listings that are currently on the market in the Daytona Beach Area Association of REALTORS® and Multiple Listings Service (MLS) for the city of Port Orange. If you're interested in buying, leasing or selling a house or condo in Port Orange, don't wait! Make a Smart Choice and contact Lisa Hill for all your real estate needs. Lisa Hill is a Daytona Beach native with experience... 06/01/2010

     Where is Port Orange Florida? Where is Daytona Beach? Information by REALTOR®, Lisa Hill. Where is Daytona Beach, compared to other cities in Florida? How many miles are between certain cities? Where is Port Orange, in relation to Daytona Beach? These are just a few of the questions I frequently find on my blog posts. So when someone asks me how far we are from another city in Florida, I jump over to my home page which happens to be iGoogle, and click the "Maps" button at the top of the page. I then type in the other city so I can see exactly where that city is, in Florida. Sometimes the questions are vague... last week I just had to tell someone the city they asked about was on the gulf coast, while Daytona Beach is on the east coast; and I also explained that the city of which t... 05/06/2010

                            Info from Port Orange and South Daytona REALTOR®, Lisa Hill This Friday morning from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the Port Orange/South Daytona Chamber of Commerce, there will be a Mix and Mingle, with Food, Fun, and Door Prizes, sponsored by "Just Dancing Studio" and "Eisler Therapeutics". This should be a fun way to start your Friday morning. It's almost like starting the weekend early! This event is free for members of the Port Orange/South Daytona Chamber of Commerce, and only $10 for guests. Either way, it sounds like fun. For more information, you can call (386)761-1601 or e-mail info@pschamber.com. If you're interested in buying or selling a house or condo in the Port Orange, South Daytona, or surrounding areas, I'd love to help! Make a Smart Choice and conta... 05/06/2010