Boeing new deal brings jobs to Space Coast

Boeing has announced plans to lease the hangar that housed the space shuttles to build commercial crafts that will bring people and cargo to space at the Kennedy Space Center in Titusville, Florida.Space Florida, the aerospace economic development agency of the state of Florida, is leasing the Orbiter Processing Facility-3 to the Boeing Company to manufacture and test the company's Crew Space Transportation (CST-100) spacecraft. This...

Happy Halloween!

Happy Hallow...

Sunday Brunch, Food and Fun

 White Wolf Cafe - $3 Bloody Mary & Mimosas ~ 8:00am-3:00pm.Terrace 390 - $15 Unlimited Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar or $4 a glass. 10:00-2:00pm.310 Lakeside - $3Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's & Sangria. 10:00am-3:00pm.Dexter's Thornton Park -$2.95 Mimosas & $4.50 Bloody Marys. 10:00am-3:00pm.Ethos Vegan Kitchen - $3.50 Mimosas 10:00am-3:00pm.Jack's Steakhouse - $3 Mimosa $6 Bloody Mary Bar ~ 10:30am-2:00pm.Mi Tomatina - $1 Mimosas 10:30-3:00pm.Hamburger...

Fannie, Freddie could stop losing money by 2014

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could start returning bailout money to taxpayers by 2014. Both are required to pay 10 percent dividends on the government money they receive and things are looking up. M...

Leu Gardens-Ghost Stories

  Edvard Munch- The ScreamHarry P. Leu Gardens and Project Imagination present a haunting story telling event for Central Floridians. Hear eerie stories of strange and mysterious encounters that will send shivers down your spine. The theme this year is Something Wicked This Way Comes. Creaky gates open at 6:00 pm and the haunting stories will begin at 7:30 pm. Bring a blanket or chairs – this...

Winter Park Fall Sidewalk Sale

Fall Sidewalk SaleWhen: Friday, October 28, 9 a.m.Where: Park Avenue retailersCost: Free Age limit: All agesDue to the rainy weather earlier this month, the Park Avenue Area Association’s Fall Sidewalk Sale has been rescheduled to Oct. 28 – 30. Discounts up to 70% at participating stores. Visit http://www.parkave-winterpark.com/ for more information.Additional datesSaturday, October 29Sunday, October...

Renters spend 5% more than homeowners

Rising rents are forcing renters to outspend homeowners on housing costs, according to a new study. In the last 26 years, homeowners have increased the amount they spend on household expenses by 12 percent while renters have increased it by 22 percent, according to the study.Since 2005, homeowners’ housing expenses have climbed from 31.9 percent of their household budget to 33.2 percent. In that same time period, renters’ expenses have jumped from...

Baldwin Park Homes for Sale

Baldwin Park has been carefully planned to create the definite feel of community of the traditional American neighborhood. With its pedestrian friendly wide sidewalks, homes are within easy walking distance of stores, offices and restaurants in the Village Center. Parks, lakes, playgrounds and common areas are other places to meet and socialize, making Baldwin Park one of the friendliest communities...

HARP to help homeowners refinance and avoid foreclosure

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA), Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac have announced a series of changes to the Home Affordable Refinance Program (HARP). FHFA hopes to help more borrowers benefit from a program that refinances home mortgages. HARP is the only refinance program that enables borrowers who owe more than their home is worth to take advantage of low interest rates and other refinancing benefits. The program is offered to borrowers...

SunRail and Downtown Orlando- Plans unveiled

Mayor Buddy Dyer unveiled plans for SunRail this morning, involving downtown Orlando focusing on a well-known piece of undeveloped property.The property nicknamed "Caseytown," is the lot across Orange Avenue from the Orange County Courthouse was where the media was set up during the Casey Anthony trial. Mayor Buddy Dyer said he wants to transform the property into a central station for SunRail.The...

Dinner an' a Movie presents: Young Frankenstein

La Empanada and Redlight Redlight Beer Parlour are teaming up to bring you one of the most exciting events Monday night has ever seen: Dinner an'a Movie.It's Orlando's favorite empanadas provided by La Empanada washed down with Redlight Redlight's terrific selection of craft beer, wine, mead, or sake while watching your favorite movies. There is no cover charge. It's the cheapest date night in town!8:00...

Orlando Eats-Sunday Brunch

Sunday Brunch:White Wolf Cafe - $3 Bloody Mary & Mimosas ~ 8:00am-3:00pm.Terrace 390 - $15 Unlimited Bloody Mary & Mimosa bar or $4 a glass. 10:00-2:00pm.310 Lakeside - $3Mimosa's, Bloody Mary's & Sangria. 10:00am-3:00pm.Dexter's Thornton Park -$2.95 Mimosas & $4.50 Bloody Marys. 10:00am-3:00pm.Ethos Vegan Kitchen - $3.50 Mimosas 10:00am-3:00pm.Mi Tomatina - $1 Mimosas 10:30-3:00pm.Hamburger Mary's -$2 Mimosas & $5 Bloody Marys...

Enzian -HAUNTED SWAMP: WALK OF TERROR

Enzian hosts its 3rd annual HAUNTED SWAMP: WALK OF TERROR, two thousand feet of the freaky characters you’ve come to know and fear along with a few new fellows to haunt your dreams. Walk the walk, but only if you dare. There will be plenty of sick drink specials to calm your nerves afterwards.Come in costume and bring your friends – there’s plenty of terror to share.Swamp Tour runs 8PM – MID | Eden...

Buy a house and get a U.S. Visa?

According to the Wall Street Journal, Sens. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) and Mike Lee (R-Utah) have proposed a new type of resident visa for foreigners who spend at least $500,000 to purchase real estate in the United States. The proposal states for at least $250,000 to be spent on a residence, while the other $250,000 may be invested in other real estate--the entire amount must be a cash investment.The provision, part of a larger package of immigration...

When is a reverse mortgage a bad idea?

There are six situations when a reverse mortgage should not be used.Short-term needsIf you only need the money for a short period of time and then can repay the full balance, a reverse mortgage is not a good fit. The minimum recommended amount of time is five years.Spouse not on titleIf the title to your home is only in your name but your spouse is still living with you, you should add your spouse onto the title.A reverse mortgage must be repaid...

Popcorn Flicks--Let's go to the Park for Movies!

National Velvelt is playing Nov 3rdThe City of Winter Park and Enzian collaborate to produce a cinema series in Winter Park. The series is called "Popcorn Flicks" and features classic films for the whole family. Popcorn Flicks are usually held on the second Thursday of each month. The films are free and open to the public. Bring a blanket, a picnic or snacks, and some family and friends.Popcorn Flicks...

Default rate falls for US companies.

The number of U.S. companies missing debt payments is steadily falling and dropped to just 1.9 percent of companies in the 12 months ended in September, down from 11.5 percent as of November 2009, according to Standard & Poor’s.  This is the lowest default rate since April 2008.This   is an encouraging sign amid a challenging economy that companies, after going overboard on debt just a few years ago, have their finances in order....

Monday on Orlando Eats

Wayne Thiebaud 1961 PancakesBig Fin Seafood Kitchen- Monday Lobster Mania, $13.95 11/2lb Steamed Whole Maine Lobster.Collage Park Food Truck Pod - 5:00-8:00pm. Enjoy street food culture. Bring a chair and eat, stand and eat or take it to go!Dandelion Communitea Cafe- $5 Giddyup Mondays, 10:00-11:00pm. One block southwest of the Mills & Colonial intersection, right behind Colonial Photo &...

The 30-year fixed loan rate rises

The 30-year fixed loan rate rose to 4.12 percent this Thursday. That’s up from 3.94 percent last week, the lowest rate ever according to the National Bureau of Economic Research.  Rates have been below 5 percent for all but two weeks in the past year. Just five years ago they were closer to 6.5 percent.Super low rates haven’t been enough to lift the housing market, which has struggled in recent years with low sales and declining home prices.While...

Florida foreclosures drop 57% year to year.

Florida foreclosures drop 57% year to year. However, the state foreclosure rate increased 15% compared to second quarter 2011. Overall, the state of Florida had 1 in 9 while the U.S. foreclosure rates are 1 in 130 homes affected. On average, it takes 749 days for the foreclosure process from start to finish in Florida.Moreover, the rate of foreclosures nationwide is expected to increase again. According to RealtyTrac, the number of U.S. homes that...

Winter Park homes for Sale

See more Winter Park Homes: $400K and below — $400K to $900K — Luxury Homes — Waterfront Homes 3 ISLE OF SICILY, Winter Park, FL 32789$3,750,000   Request Showing   Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Sq. Feet Lot Sq. Feet | MLS # 4 4 7531 52799 O4992176 Four Winds, the site of James Gamble Rogers' 1929 home on the Isle of Sicily, is available for purchase. This magnificent French Provincial...