Megan Dowdy is a seasoned real estate broker, educator, and entrepreneur. A native of Orlando, she is one of its biggest promoters and is familiar with all that Orlando has to offer. She attended Lake Highland Preparatory School, obtained a business degree from The Calloway School of Business at Wake Forest University, and then obtained her Masters in Hospitality and Tourism Management from The University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management. Her passion for bringing hospitality and service to real estate is a rare find in the industry. Building relationships that begin with the first transaction and carry on over years is what Megan thrives on. Communication and accessibility are of the utmost importance to providing a high level of service – and Megan prides herself on those! When she isn’t representing clients in the purchase of real estate, Megan is teaching, as an Adjunct Instructor, at The University of Central Florida’s Rosen College of Hospitality Management. She teaches the future leaders of the industry numerous courses ranging from Guest Services Management, to Marketing, to Hospitality Communications. Giving back is also a major theme in Megan’s life. Megan is a Founder, Board of Directors President, and Hospitality Committee Chair of The AutoNation Cure Bowl; Orlando’s newest NCAA post season college football game set to kickoff on December 19, 2015. All proceeds from the game go directly to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation where ninety-one cents of every dollar raised goes directly to research, and finding a cure for cancer. She also maintains strong relationships with each of her alma maters, even holding a position on the Alumni Board of Directors at Lake Highland Preparatory School in downtown Orlando. Megan is also a licensed Real Estate Instructor and holds two designations: Accredited Buyer’s Representative and Graduate Realtor Institute; also, two certifications: Florida Military Specialist and Military Relocation Professional.

Purchasing a High-Rise Condo in Orlando

5 Things to Consider Before Purchasing a High-Rise Condo in Orlando

Not everyone in the Sunshine State wants to live in traditional suburban neighborhoods miles away from the city. Some people prefer low-maintenance environments with stunning views, work proximity, and a more vibrant lifestyle. For these reasons, they opt for high-rise condominiums. However, purchasing a high-rise condo in Orlando can be a challenging endeavor if you’re…

Buying a house in Orlando

4 Things Working Families with Young Kids Should Consider Before Choosing a Neighborhood in Orlando

Buying a house in Orlando, FL, is undoubtedly an exciting process. However, it can be equally scary, considering a home purchase is among the biggest investments most people make in their lifetime. Therefore, it requires extensive research along with the help of experienced Orlando realtors, especially if you’re a working family with young kids moving…

Best Neighborhoods in Orlando

The Best Neighborhoods in Orlando

If you’re planning to dip your toes into the pulsing pool we call the Florida real estate market, you might want to pay equal attention to the neighborhood while exploring different properties. Choosing the right neighborhood is just as important as deciding between a single-family detached home or condominium, among other factors that influence purchase…

condo or a house

How to Choose Between a Condo or a House

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Great Orlando Realtor

4 Qualities of a Great Orlando Realtor

The Florida real estate market comprises several players apart from buyers and sellers, including property managers, appraisers, government agencies, bankers, and mortgage loan companies. However, the players that connect all these parties in a typical transaction are the people that arrange and manage the entire process – realtors, brokers, and real estate agents. If you’re…

Buying Your Property in Orlando

Ways to Ensure Clients Don’t Back Off From Buying Your Property in Orlando

Buying Your Property in Orlando. Every seller in the Florida real estate market has to swallow one bitter pill: not every deal closes. Potential buyers can easily back off from buying your property even after an agreement for several reasons, such as securing a better deal elsewhere, mortgage/financial issues, or second thoughts. No matter what the reason is, you’re probably thinking, as a seller,  what you can do to stop a deal from going sideways.  …