Archive for February, 2011

If you're looking for commercial real estate, many great opportunities exist throughout Central Florida. The Orlando area has a growing commercial real estate scene with access to affordable office and retail space.

Most of the news we’ve read about the real estate market in recent years has been pretty depressing. But, the news is actually quite exciting for Central Florida when it comes to commercial real estate.

Did you know that recent reports have ranked Central Florida at ninth in the nation for new commercial real estate construction? It may seem surprising, but it’s true.  In addition, occupancy rates in the downtown area of Orlando, the largest metro area in Central Florida increased in the fourth quarter of 2010 as compared to the fourth quarter of 2009. So, while the vacancy rate still remains in the high teens for the area, the occupancy numbers are increasing, which means that, over time, we’ll see more competition for the office space that is available.

Central Florida has also been ranked third in the nation for growth in commercial inventory. So, it’s clear that the Orlando metro area and surrounding Central Florida counties are getting ready for something big.

Commercial real estate in this area has been growing for several years. We probably have Mr. Disney, in part, to thank for that. After moving much of his empire to Central Florida, he not only helped improve the economy and the tourist industry here, but he also gave other businessmen the idea that Central Florida was a great place to locate their own businesses. At first, this commercial growth expanded primarily to other businesses similar to Disney’s: those in entertainment and tourism.

But, in the last few years, we’ve seen an influx of new businesses in Central Florida in all segments of the commercial market. Many companies are finding Central Florida a great place to move their businesses because of the family friendliness of the towns, the wonderful weather, and because of how welcoming the area has been to new businesses. That’s right; growth often leads to more growth, as businesses see an area like Central Florida responding to the needs of the business community.

Growth In Luxury Housing Helps Orlando Area Office Space

Another positive trend that has contributed to the growth in the commercial real estate market in Central Florida is the growth of the luxury home market. All the trends are related. As the entertainment industry began to move into central Florida, it brought with it many celebrities and other highly paid business people looking for luxury homes. As the luxury home market grew to accommodate these residents, it created even more need for businesses in the area, to provide goods and services for these high-end neighborhoods.

So, if you’ve been one of the many people who believe that all the news in the real estate market is bad news; think again. The Central Florida commercial real estate market is growing and continuing to provide a bright spot in an otherwise dull market.

So, if you’re a business owner looking for a place to move your business; don’t forget Central Florida. The area offers everything your employees could want in a place to live, making it easy for you to attract the very best talent. And, the market is ready and waiting with commercial and residential properties for your business and your home. Contacting a knowledge Central Florida area commercial realtor is important because of the many differences that exist among commercial and residential real estate, like for example zoning.

Looking for commercial real estate in the Orlando area? Realty Executives has commercial real estate specialists that will help you find the perfect spot for your business – and we’ll get you the best price. Search Orlando area commercial real estate now!

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Dave Brewer Realty and The Perfect Home Guide are now merged with Eastshore Investment.

Eastshore Investment, LLC would like to announce the merger of its subsidiary, Realty Executives Seminole and Dave Brewer Realty, Inc. The announcement of the merger was made the morning of February 1, 2011 and received an overwhelmingly positive response from both the sales agents of  Dave Brewer Realty and the agents of Realty Executives.

The merger is truly a win-win transaction. Both organizations have similar core values, culture, and vision but each complements the other with the types of benefits that they can provide to their agents and clients.

Dave Brewer Realty has long been the publisher of the popular real estate publication The Perfect Home Guide which features high end properties in Seminole county. Subsequent to the merger, the distribution of the magazine will be expanded to encompass the additional Eastshore Investment companies:

Realty Executives Central Florida, located in the Dr. Phillips area in south Orlando;

Realty Executives Orlando, located in Longwood, Florida.

With the expansion of the The Perfect Home Guide into the these markets it is expected to become the premier real estate magazine in the Central Florida area.

On a local level Realty Executives has embarked on its own technology initiative to assist its agents in marketing their properties and generate business locally and throughout the world. The recent release of www.realtyexecutivesfl.com provides a powerful lead generation program that benefits agents, home sellers, and homebuyers.

Each agent of Realty Executives, including the Dave Brewer agents, now have their very own fully functional lead capture system that helps:

• Agents generate new listings and new buyers.
• Exposes agent’s existing listings to a worldwide audience.
• Provides a fully functional IDX platform for buyers to search area real estate.

Along with the merger, Dave Brewer agents will now enjoy the full benefits of association with an internationally recognized real estate franchise — Realty Executives International — with over 11,000 total agents, in 700 offices, in 24 countries, Realty Executives is a true international company. Now Dave Brewer agents will be able to leverage the power of an international referral network to market their listings and generate additional business.

With the merger between Realty Executives Seminole and Dave Brewer, the combined efforts of the Eastshore companies represent nearly $100 million worth of sales volume over the past 12 months, which ranks the organization:

#2 in Lake Mary

#6 in Seminole county

#11 in the 4 county area consisting of Osceola, Orange, Seminole, and Volusia counties.

(Ranked by total sales production for 12 month period prior to February 1, 2011, Realty Executives Seminole, Realty Executives Central Florida, Realty Executives Orlando, and Dave Brewer Realty, Inc.)

Read the blog article here: http://www.realtyexecutivesfl.com/blog/realty-executives-and-dave-brewer-realty-join-forces.html

Realty Executives and Dave Brewer Realty Join Forces

Eastshore Investment, LLC would like to announce the merger of sales forces between its subsidiary, Realty Executives Seminole and Dave Brewer Realty, Inc. The announcement of the merger was made this morning and received an overwhelmingly positive response from both the sales agents of  Dave Brewer Realty and the agents of Realty Executives. Read the rest of this entry »