Vastardis Team Orlando Real Estate

09/01/2026

Thinking About Tapping into Your 401(k) To Buy a Home? Read This First.

Affordability is definitely a challenge, but that doesn’t mean tapping your 401(k) is your only way in if you want to buy.

If you're considering using your 401(k) savings for a down payment, weigh all your options and talk with a trusted financial advisor before you make any decisions. They’ll help you make a plan to fit your goals and your budget.

Lately, headlines have floated an eye-catching idea about tapping into your 401(k) to cover a down payment on a home.

08/31/2026

Your wish list just found an address: RENOVATED. WATERFRONT. CUL-DE-SAC. ✨🌊

📍 14706 Eagle View Court, Orlando, FL 32837

Tucked away on a quiet cul-de-sac, this beautifully renovated home pairs fresh, move-in-ready interiors with the kind of backyard view you’ll never get tired of. Step outside to the pool and screened lanai, where peaceful water views become the backdrop to morning coffee, sunset dinners, and everyday living.

✨ Beautifully renovated throughout
🌊 Panoramic water views from the backyard & pool
🌴 Screened lanai made for Florida living
📍 Quiet cul-de-sac location in Hunter’s Creek

Fresh inside. Peaceful outside. Perfectly positioned.
This is the one that gives you the updated and the view. 🏡

08/29/2026

2026 Forecasts for Rates and Prices

Still waiting for mortgage rates and home prices to come down? Here’s what the forecasts shows. Expect more of the same. Rates likely won’t change much – and prices will likely rise. Sometimes the best move isn't waiting for the market to change. It's finding out what's still possible right now. Let’s talk it over.

08/28/2026

Open House in Steeple Chase ✨
1417 Oil Lamp Cove, Lake Mary, FL 32746
4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | $1,265,000
08/29/2026 | 11:00 AM–2:00 PM

Timeless transitional Mediterranean style, designer finishes, a stunning chef’s kitchen, and a private backyard oasis with a heated resort-style pool and summer kitchen, this one truly has it all. Sophisticated, inviting, and made for everyday living and entertaining. Come see it in person. 🏡

08/28/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE | 08/29/2026 • 12:00–3:00 PM

📍 9652 English Laurel Court, Orlando, FL 32827
🛏️ 6 Bedrooms | 🛁 6 Bathrooms
💰 $1,924,900

✨ OWNER WILL PAY $10,000 BUYER INCENTIVE!

Water views, warm contemporary design, and an outdoor setup made for Florida living. From the upgraded chef’s kitchen and spacious great room to the saltwater pool, spa, outdoor kitchen, and stunning lanai, this Laurel Pointe home was made to impress.

Come experience it in person this Saturday! 🏡

08/28/2026

2075 MUSTANG COURT, ST CLOUD, FL 34771
💰 $1,195,000

When you need a home for your life and everything that comes with it. This property takes storage to another level, with thoughtfully designed spaces inside, outside, and everywhere in between.

👗 Generous walk-in closets
🥫 Oversized pantry with room for more
❄️ Air-conditioned storage that can also serve as a private home office
📦 Easily accessible walk-in attic with spray foam insulation
🚗 4-car garage with lift plus a versatile second garage for a boat, trailer, recreational equipment, workshop space, storage, and more
🌳 Nearly 5 acres with room for a future barn, detached garage, workshop, and more

More space. More flexibility. More room for what matters. 🏡✨

08/28/2026

5668 ARBORVISTA DRIVE, ST CLOUD, Florida 34771
5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | $3,500/month

🏡 FOR RENT in Split Oak Reserve! This beautifully designed Yorkshire model offers the space, flexibility, and comfort you need, all in a convenient location near Lake Nona and Medical City.

✨ Home Highlights:
🛏️ 5 bedrooms + 4.5 bathrooms
🚪 First-floor office/flex room with French doors
🛋️ Spacious upstairs bonus room
🛌 Private first-floor guest suite with en-suite bath
🍽️ Formal dining room + oversized dinette
👨‍🍳 Chef’s kitchen with oversized quartz island and seating
🤍 42-inch white shaker cabinetry with crown molding
🔥 Built-in wall oven, microwave, cooktop + walk-in pantry
🧺 Upstairs laundry room
👗 Oversized primary suite with an enormous walk-in closet
🚿 Double-sink quartz vanity + large walk-in shower
🌿 Paver lanai overlooking an expansive, partially fenced backyard
🏊 Plenty of backyard space for outdoor living and a future pool
🚗 Two-car garage
🌊 Pond directly across the street with no immediate front neighbor

📍 Just minutes from Lake Nona, Medical City, Orlando International Airport, major highways, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools.

08/27/2026

Sellers Are Cutting Prices To Meet Buyers Where They're At

Right now, sellers are flexible on the price in ways they weren't before. Let’s take advantage of that flexibility.

You may be surprised by what's available – and how willing today's sellers are to work with buyers.

You're scrolling through listings on your phone and everything looks good until you see the price (or the estimated monthly payment). Then you close the app.

08/24/2026

The Lake County Animal Shelter recently experienced the largest canine intake in its history, taking in 85 dogs and 14 horses from a single animal welfare investigation. While many of these animals have already found placement with rescue organizations, the shelter is still caring for hundreds of animals and is in need of essential supplies.
If you would like to help out :

🐾 Order directly from the shelter's Amazon Wish List and have your donation shipped directly to the shelter:
https://a.co/jbQHcAl
OR
🐾 Bring approved donation items to our office by Tuesday afternoon
Coldwell Banker Realty – Orlando Office
7940 Via Dellagio Way, Unit 100
Orlando, FL 32819

08/22/2026

Home Prices Are Rising in 80% of Markets

Still waiting for home prices to come down? That's becoming less likely. Home prices are now rising in 80% of housing markets. That’s up from 71% last quarter. In other words, more markets are seeing prices go up — not down. Before you put your plans on hold, let's look at what's happening in our market. Waiting may not save you as much as you think.