Orlando Still Strong!

Experts still bullish on Metro Orlando's economy

Jerry W. Jackson | Sentinel Staff Writer

The current sales slowdown in residential and commercial real estate is temporary and not a sign of long-term economic weakness in Central Florida, according to a trio of local experts.

Key girders of strength -- including employment, population growth and competitive demand for properties from overseas investors -- remain in place, said Bill Owen, president of Real Estate Research Consultants Inc.