Good friends of mine that I work with on the Bikes & Blues Committee for St. Jude have put together ..  A great day of fun and entertainment in Port Orange for the Fourth of July!!  Where? Kenneth W Parker Amphitheater at the City Center Park beginning at 4PMThere will be a special place for you park your Classic Car or Hot Rod to show off those beauties!There will be live music, food, exhibits and a kids area! Live Music? You betcha! Rock On Productions always has good live music!You will be entertained by .. Lauren Ellis, Gail Force AND The Brass Band Of Central Florida from 4-9PM  Then .. At Nine PM .. All eyes will turn to the sky to watch a spectacular fireworks display!! Come on down and join my friends at Rock On Productions and have some fun this Fourth Of July! Remember! Celebr... 07/03/2007

I have to share this story of how a sale that got way off track, a few years ago, due to an appraisal problem on a house I sold in Port Orange FL. It started with the Port Orange listing I had for a family I have known for many years. The buyer for their house was someone who went to church with them. After many twists and turns in her financing, she was finally able to close.On the flip side, I was also working with the family whose listing I had, to help them buy their next home. We found them a nice house with some acreage, so they could start breeding horses. Negotiations went smoothly and the financing was going OK. But as things progressed, I was finding it more and more difficult to reach their mortgage brokers  (husband and wife team). I would leave them specific messages, as th... 06/15/2007

Today on the Daytona Beach Bulletin Board I read that '...the Port Orange Police Department would like to advise our community about a group of individuals that are going to neighborhoods posing as potential home buyers. The suspects usually go in pairs as a black male and a black female buyer.  In this scam, the suspects during the tour of the residence attempt to distract the seller or Realtor by asking to see another part of the residence or the back yard so the other individual can steal credit cards, jewelry and check books from the residence. Investigations have shown that the credit cards are used almost immediatelybut definitely the same day as the theft at various stores such as Target, Wal-Mart, Lowes, Home Depot, Publix, Walgreens and convenience stores. These crimes are occu... 06/13/2007

Port Orange Real Estate & Information Blog. By Lisa C. Hill, "THE SMART CHOICE!" As you're probably realizing, although I'm a REALTOR® who sells real estate all over Volusia County, I'm quite partial to Port Orange. I love living in Port Orange. I specifically love my own neighborhood in Countryside. This is my second post about the smaller subdivisions within the upscale Port Orange Florida community called Countryside, where residents can enjoy the community lakes, pool, tennis courts and clubhouse. My last post focused on The Hunt Club in Countryside, which is the brick section of this community. This time we'll focus on Steeplechase in Countryside, which is the section that feels like you just entered a South Florida, luxury location. All the homes in Steeplechase are bright, open ... 06/07/2007

Port Orange Real Estate & Information Blog. By Lisa C. Hill, "THE SMART CHOICE!" This post is for real estate buyers and sellers who might be interested in The Hunt Club in Countryside, located in beautiful Port Orange, Florida! 9 years ago, we decided to buy a house in The Hunt Club in Port Orange, FL. There are many reasons this neighborhood was my first choice. The main reason I wanted to buy a house in this particular neighborhood was because of the the clean, elegant look of this all-brick, gated neighborhood. But even better is the convenient location. While many new homes in Port Orange are being built to the west of Interstate 95, this gem of a community is located with convenient access to everything!  I can ride my bike to the beach, or walk to shopping. This Port Orange neig... 06/07/2007

           Port Orange Real Estate. Houses, Condos and Reports by Lisa Hill, "THE SMART CHOICE!" As a native of the Daytona Beach & Port Orange areas, I feel especially qualified and privileged to blog about all of Volusia County. But I have chosen to make my home in Port Orange, and most of my business comes from people who want to buy or sell real estate in Port Orange.  The motto for Port Orange, FL is "Unique by choice, not by chance". That's the perfect theme for this beautiful, friendly city.   Port Orange is a great place to live, since it's located just 5 miles south of Daytona Beach, FL. We have the perfect proximity to special events, but are not in the thick of things when we're ready to get away. If you're considering buying real estate in Port Orange, we have the beautiful... 05/19/2007

      Port Orange Real Estate. Houses, Condos and Reports by Lisa Hill, "THE SMART CHOICE!" Being a native of the Daytona Beach and Port Orange area, it's easy for me to forget how much fun can be had, in such a close proximity to my home in Port Orange. Just a 5 minute drive from my home, is not only the beautiful Atlantic Ocean, but some great restaurants and public docks, underneath the Dunlawton bridge. This weekend, my husband and I decided to have a casual dinner at Our Deck Down Under. This Port Orange restaurant is located directly on the Intracoastal Waterway, with indoor and outdoor dining. I had a full pound of delicious crab legs.   After dinner we took a walk around the area and ran into family and friends, while enjoying the tranquil views and relaxing environment. I foun... 05/10/2007

For quite some time now, Wal Mart has been seeking approval from our City Council, to construct a Supercenter at the corner of Nova Rd. and Madeline Ave. On the surface, to some people, this may seem like a great idea; except for the fact that there are already two Wal Mart Supercenters, within 3 miles from this location. Not to mention the fact that Nova Rd. was just widened a couple of years ago, to accommodate the traffic that had by far, out-paced what that road could handle. To build another (unneeded) Wal Mart would once again put too much demand on that section of Nova Rd., as well as lower the property values in the surrounding neighborhoods.At the February council meeting, the city council members decided to allow Wal Mart to construct a Wal Mart Neighborhood Market store, whic... 05/10/2007

                                         On April 26, 1867 , the community of Port Orange was established on the banks of the Halifax River.Port Orange,FL is a community of 56,067 people who call this place home. Port Orange began to row into the large metropolitan community that we know today.  Planned by choice, not by chance Port Orange blends beauty and opportunity within its 28 square miles. From its tree-lined streets to its parks, this community is the pride of Volusia County. Port Orange, FL is made up of some 150 distinct "neighborhoods" making it a great place in which to live, learn, work, and place. Port Orange is a community characterized by a stable and successful business climate which embraces quality businesses. And so today, as we celebrate over 135 years as a communit... 05/09/2007

There are several homes for sale in Port Orange and surrounding communities now.  From one bedroom, one bath condos to rooftop penthouse units, there is a piece of Port Orange real estate to fit every budget and lifestyle.  A Port Orange home is a great investment.  If you're in a position to purchase a home now, you can rent it during high season or annually to help you supplement your income.  You may want a Port Orange home or condo as a second residence to enjoy when the weather turns cold in the northern states each winter.  Take refuge in your very own piece of real estate in Port Orange.   There are plenty of folks who use the real estate they purchase in Port Orange as their primary residence.  If you don't want to be bothered with mowing the lawn or like the idea of a close-kni... 04/19/2007

Port Orange Florida is located south of Ormond Beach and is famous for it's great fishing and of course the beach. You will  find plenty of blue crabs, shrimp, stingrays, horseshoe crabs, seagulls, and cranes as you pass by the islands along the Halifax River.Established in 1867, Port Orange as a community has a long and proud history.Port Orange, is made up of some 150 distinct "neighborhoods".with a population of approximately 50,000. They are the core of this community, making it a great place in which to live, learn, work, and play. Because of the City's highly regarded development approach, an investment in Port Orange real estate is a secure investment.We are proud to call Port Orange Florida "our home" as we celebrate over 135 years as a community.Spring is in the air here in Flo... 03/21/2007

Commercial Property For Sale: Various MethodsBy : James Klobasa   Submitted 2007-01-18 13:57:28 The following information will help you understand what it takes to follow a certain method so that you can decide which one is the most effective method in your case. Appoint Only One Real Estate Agent You can appoint only one real estate investing agent on either sole or exclusive agreement. The greatest advantage of limiting yourself to only one agent is that your agent will be able to better focus on finding a potential buyer and selling the property at the best price. Moreover, you save yourself from the hassle of dealing with more than one agent. What is more, you need to spend less time and money for advertising and marketing of your commercial property in comparison to the time and mo... 02/05/2007

Foods to Eat for a Stronger, Healthier HeartYou can improve your heart's function simply by eating heart-healthy foods.  Below are foods that make your heart stronger and healthier.  The best news is that many of these foods you love to eat anyway.  Now you can take heart knowing they are enjoyable and good for you! Blueberries-Sweet and plump, and the perfect summertine snack, these gems are at the top of the list of nature's antioxidants.  They have natural ingredients that neutralize harmful substances that contribute to heart disease, and they help prevent blood clots.  Strawberries are another great choice!Nuts-Almonds, walnuts, macadamias, and hazelnuts are high in monounsaturated fat, which workds to lower "bad" cholesterol levels.  Additionally, they are rich in vitamin E, a pow... 01/10/2007

Let Legs lighten your Load!You can add years to your life and put life back in your years with the cheapest and easiest exercise on the planet....Walking!!  All you need is weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable, supportive shoes.  Remember to check with your doctor before starting any exercise program.  Here are some of the many benefits you can reap from this simple movement.                                   Condition your heart and lungs, which raise your body's ability to use oxygen more efficiently.Trim body fat and build muscle.  Muscle burns more calories and helps regulate body functions.Decrease dependence on medications for ailments such as diabletes, high blood pressure, and heart disease.(Always check with your doctor before altering dosages!)Burn Calories-about as ma... 01/09/2007