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Top 3 Reasons to Invest in the Orlando Real Estate Market in 2020

Top 3 Reasons to Invest in the Orlando Real Estate Market in 2020

Orlando is one of the best places to buy rental property and real estate in the state of Florida in 2020. Located in Florida’s “sun belt” region, the area is known for its warm climate, beautiful beaches, world famous amusement parks, entertainment, and attractions.

With a growing population of over 2.5 million residents, the Orlando real estate market is fueled by job seekers, baby boomer retirees, and students who want to live in a “cheap and cheerful” area that offers a high quality of living at a reasonable cost.

Taking A Closer Look At Orlando's Tourism Impact On Central Florida

Taking A Closer Look At Orlando's Tourism Impact On Central Florida

The industry, which includes support operations such as the Orlando International Airport, Port Canaveral and others, are vital to the health of the region. And a new study shared by Visit Orlando and compiled by Oxford Economics shows just how much of a role the industry dominated by Mickey Mouse ears and more plays for Central Florida. In fact, tourism is the region's top economic engine and can result in business opportunities for all sectors of Central Florida.

Need Convincing About Orlando Being The Vacation Capital Of The World?

Need Convincing About Orlando Being The Vacation Capital Of The World?

Tourism annually generates approximately $71 billion in economic impact and supports roughly 449,000 jobs (41% of Orlando’s workforce). Visitor spending, in the neighborhood of $45 billion, provides more than $2 billion in state taxes and $3 billion in local taxes. Also, since 2009, visitation has increased 55%, while visitor spending is up 75%.

Orlando Leads Nation In Job Growth 4 Years In A Row

Orlando Leads Nation In Job Growth 4 Years In A Row

The Orlando region is No. 1 in the nation for job growth for the fourth consecutive year. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the Orlando-Kissimmee-Sanford metropolitan statistical area (MSA) continued its trajectory as the fastest growing job market in the country for 2018. Forbes cited Orlando’s science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) job growth in recent years as one contributing factor, explaining “Orlando (is) actually now adding STEM jobs at a faster clip than the Bay Area metros."

Orlando Named One Of The Hottest Housing Markets For 2019

Orlando Named One Of The Hottest Housing Markets For 2019

There are some signs that the trend is away from the West Coast and toward the South and Southeast,” said Zillow senior economist Aaron Terrazas. “Affordability is attractive—for both young professionals and booming businesses, earning markets like Orlando, Minneapolis, Dallas and Nashville top billing in 2019.”

The Best Cities To Own Rental Property In Florida

The Best Cities To Own Rental Property In Florida

Forbes crunched fed data to determine which U.S. cities offer the best return for a real estate investment; in Fla., Orlando, Tampa and Jacksonville ranked high. Florida boasts fairly low housing prices statewide, many people are still opting to rent instead of buy. As a result, rental rates are skyrocketing.

Now add into the mix low property taxes and insurance, as well as no state income tax. Great climate and top-of-the-line healthcare are bonuses that help make Florida one of, if not the best, states for America’s retiring Baby Boomer masses.

2018 Real Estate Trends: Expect Growth in Employment, Population and Visitors

2018 Real Estate Trends: Expect Growth in Employment, Population and Visitors

Florida is growing faster in terms of employment growth than the rest of the U.S., which is good for Florida real estate. The three major drivers of the state’s economy are 1) Florida’s business climate, including real estate sales; 2) the U.S. economy and financial market trends; and 3) the global economy.

Forbes Names Orlando As One Of The Best Cities To Invest

Forbes Names Orlando As One Of The Best Cities To Invest

The land of Mickey Mouse and Harry Potter World takes the No. 1 spot this year. Orlando home prices increased 9% in 2017, hitting an average of $247,550. Nevertheless, Local Market Monitor still judges the market as fairly valued and forecasts prices will increase 35% by the start of 2021.

Tavistock Files New Plans For Dense, Urban Mixed-Use District In Lake Nona

Tavistock Files New Plans For Dense, Urban Mixed-Use District In Lake Nona

Development will be market-driven, with a mix of boutique homes, apartments, condominiums, office and retail. A few specific uses listed on the SPMP map forecast a medical theme across the commercial, but those are only examples, and Tavistock will have flexibility to adapt the plan.

Record Number Of Higher Education Students Complete Degree Programs In Orlando

Record Number Of Higher Education Students Complete Degree Programs In Orlando

Orlando’s population has become increasingly educated and is closing the gap between the region and rest of the country. Since 2012, the number of bachelor’s degrees awarded within the seven-county region increased 11.8 percent, 3.9 percent above the national average during the same period. Over the last five years, an average of 23,500 baccalaureate students per year have graduated from Central Florida’s higher education institutions.