200 East - Luxury in Downtown Boca Raton, Florida - 08/31/09 01:09 PM
200 East is the newest building to hit downtown Boca Raton featuring Luxury Condominiums, Penthouses and Townhomes. Choose from 19 different floor plans with apartments featuring Smart Panel, Designer Vanities and Full Height Imported Marble Showers with interiors by Steven G. There are 115 apartments in the building which is less than one mile from the beach and just a short walk to Mizner Park where you'll find fine dining, shopping and entertainment. Three Forks Steakhouse is located on the ground level of this exclusive property.
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The Marbella in Boca Raton, Florida - 08/28/09 09:49 AM
The Marbella is the perfect building if you like to be directly on the sand! The tropical blue Atlantic Ocean is just steps away from this perfectly located condominium.  There are 155 Apartments in this luxury building featuring all the amenities you would expect from a building on the sand.  This condominium features one and two bedroom apartments some of which are newly renovated.  The Marbella offers spectacular views with some stacks offering views of the ocean as well as Lake Boca.
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Mizner Court in Boca Raton, Florida - 08/26/09 10:15 AM
Mizner Court is a condominium community located on the water in beautiful Boca Raton, Florida. This tropical paradise features apartments ranging in size from 1524 to 2772 square feet with many of them featuring French Doors, Granite Counter Tops, Cooking Islands and other nice finishes. The buildings superior amenities include a tropical pool and tennis courts and is in one of the best locations just off the beach in Boca Raton.
 
 
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Don't Overpay on Your Property Taxes - 08/24/09 02:39 PM
Here in Boca Raton, Florida people are starting to receive their tax notices giving them an idea of what to expect as the taxes will become due soon.  When I opened mine up I was pleasantly surprised to see that they went down about $1200.  Some people are finding out that they have gone up.  If you feel that your taxes are not accurate make sure to contact the correct taxing authority regarding your tax bill.  The deadline to file a dispute is September 15, 2009.
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Now is the Time to get Your Deal in Boca Raton, Florida! - 08/21/09 01:57 PM
As the summer months come to an end now is the time to find your property and get great value in a market that still favors the buyers. There are some great waterfront deals popping up as well as some great luxury condos waiting for a buyer. 
When the winter months come around there will be many more people shopping for properties which usually makes the sellers less flexible. The market also continues to improve a little each day.
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Most Expensive Homes in the World - 08/19/09 10:00 AM
There is nothing as beautiful as a super mega mansion and there are some magnificent homes around the world that have it all.  There is no limit when it comes to building and designing a super mega mansion when money is not an issue.  Click on the link below for a look into the world of the super rich.
 
 
http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/decorating/most-expensive-houses.htm
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Palm Beach County, Florida Market Report August 2009 - 08/17/09 04:15 PM
Properties are selling across Palm Beach County, Florida with some properties having multiple offers on them. Low prices, lots of inventory and great interest rates are the driving force. Foreclosures continue to move fast but other properties are moving as well as sellers are adjusting their prices to move their properties.  Below are the numbers for the last 30 days.
 
Total Properties Available   23,073
Total Properties Pending     2,492
Total Properties Sold       1,677
Inventory is decreasing and properties are changing hands every day.
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Traffic Light on A1A at Boca Highlands, Highland Beach, Florida - 08/14/09 01:52 PM
The residents of Boca Highlands, a community of buildings located in Highland Beach, Florida have requested a traffic light be installed near the entrance of their community.  The beach club for that property is located across A1A on the ocean and the residents are having a hard time crossing the street.  They have been approved for the traffic light under the condition that the residents pay for it.  The residents have been assessed $100,000 by their association for the traffic light.  
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Summertime in Boca Raton, Florida - 08/12/09 06:09 PM
Boca Raton is the best place to be all year round.  Even during the hot month of August you see people from all over the world here enjoying themselves.  How can you not with the beautiful beaches, fine dining and tropical weather!  The best thing you can do is plan a weekend trip to the Boca Raton area so you can see just how great living in this upscale destination can be.  With the real estate market still favoring buyers, now is the time to make a move to Boca.
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Buyers Are Active In Boca Raton, Florida - 08/10/09 11:53 AM
Realtors are seeing alot of activity across all price ranges in Boca Raton, Florida.  Buyers are in town armed with pre approval letters or all cash and are really serious about buying.  Many properties are seeing multiple offers.  Some properties are still getting very low offers but the majority of the buyers out there right now are much more serious than in the past.
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Property Managers - 08/07/09 01:46 PM
A property manager may be a good idea for your rental property if you live in another state and don't want many of the headaches that go along with being a landlord.  The owners that use property managers usually have multiple properties but some with as few as one do use their services.  They can maintain the property, get it cleaned before new tenants arrive and collect your rents.  These services do come at a price and you will have to decide how much of that monthly rent is worth giving up.
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Pending Home Sales Rise Across The Country - 08/05/09 12:24 PM
Pending home sales Nationally were up in June for the 5th month in a row.  The last time this occurred was in 2003.  A great sign indicating things are starting to move in the right direction.  Prices are down and inventory is disappearing and some areas are seeing some serious price stabilization. Buyers continue to take advantage of low interest rates, many homes to choose from and great Government incentives. Any serious buyer would have to be in the market at this time.
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Boca Raton, Florida Luxury Market Report For July 2009 - 08/03/09 01:09 PM
Things are selling and inventory is decreasing in Boca Raton, Florida.  High end single family homes, especially waterfront are moving quickly.  Buyers continue to be smart and are  taking advantage of the buyers market.  They know it will eventually fade out.  Below are the numbers for Boca for properties at or above one million dollars.
 
Single Family Homes
Total Properties Available  532
Price Range  $1,000,000  -  $24,900,000
Toatal Properties Pending   20
Total Properties Sold    14
Price Range       $1,000,000  -  $2,400,000
Average Price Per Square Ft.       $323
Average Days On Market     253
Condominiums
Total Properties Available   92
Price Range  $1,000,000  -  $7,950,000
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