south florida: Should I Buy A Home With A Pool In Florida? - 10/26/09 04:04 AM
People have different opinions when it comes to buying a home with a pool and everyone has different needs. Even though maintaining a pool is simple, it does take time and it does cost money. Figure on spending about $60 per month plus any extra chemicals you may need if you hire a pool service here in Boca Raton, Florida. This maintenance is very easy to do yourself if you live here full time. There is also a cost for the electricity for the pump.
The nice thing about having a pool is that it will keep your backyard much cooler and even if you … (0 comments)

south florida: Top Ten Reasons to Live in Boca Raton, Florida - 10/23/09 01:56 AM
There is no place like Boca Raton, Florida and here are ten great reasons to call it your home!
1. Beautiful, Sunny Weather.
2. Easy access to fine dining, shopping and popular recreation destinations.
3. Superior Air Quality.
4. A Great environment for kids.
5. Great activities all year long for everyone from adults to children.
6. The Boca Raton Police Department makes it one of the safest places to live in the country.
7. Great Schools.
8. The beautiful Atlantic Ocean is just steps away.
9. One of the Best managed cities in the country.
10. Reasonable taxes.
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south florida: Local Markets Are Different Around South Florida - 10/21/09 02:48 AM
As I speak with many customers around the world I see that many of them only have information that they get from their local news station which quite often does not paint an accurate picture of what the market is currently like here in Boca Raton.
The problem is that when a local news station does a story on real estate in South Florida they usually are talking about Miami or West Palm Beach and people hearing it do not realize that those two markets are very different than Boca Raton and many other South Florida communities.
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south florida: Palm Beach County, Florida Market Report October 2009 - 10/19/09 03:16 AM
Things are busy across Palm Beach County as inventory continues to decline and buyers become more and more comfortable buying. Cheap money, low prices and a good selection continue to drive the market.  Now is the time to buy!  Below are the numbers for Palm Beach County for the past 30 days.
 
Total Properties Available  22,305
Total Properties Pending  2,766
Total Properties Sold  1643
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south florida: 200 East - 3 Bedroom - Ultra Luxury Building! - 10/15/09 02:48 AM
This 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Mizner floor plan is located in the Ultra Luxury 200 East in beautiful downtown Boca Raton. The building is slowly becoming the place to live in Boca. This apartment features a fantastic layout with 2490 square ft. under air and is in a great part of the building!
While living here you will enjoy all the benefits of living downtown as well as everything this full service building offers including valet, fitness center, concierge, smart-panel systems and a beautiful, tropical pool area. Walk to Mizner Park and Royal Palm Place for shopping and dining!
 

 
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south florida: The Time Is Now - 10/14/09 03:01 AM
Prices seem to be stabilizing here in Boca Raton and while running the comps for several communities the numbers have really improved. Serious buyers are really taking advantage of the low interest rates and the current market conditions to secure their piece of what looks like the last part of one of the best buyers markets in history. Most people feel very comfortable buying at this time.
Buyers who are still on the fence should realize the time to act is now as market conditions are improving and as the inventory declines things will be much more balanced between the buyers and … (0 comments)

south florida: Termites - What You Should Know - 10/12/09 02:55 AM
Termites have the ability to cause a tremendous amount of damage to a home and they do. These little pests cause over $4 billion dollars worth of damage to homes in the US every year.  The worst thing about them is that they do this and most of the time you don't even know its happening until a good amount of damage has already been done.  Termites can eat away at your structure for years before you even see any signs of it.
The best defense is to prevent them from coming around in the first place.  Below are some tips … (0 comments)

south florida: The Beresford - Boca Raton, Florida - 10/09/09 02:31 AM
The Beresford features 53 apartments and is located directly on the sand not far from Palmetto Park Rd. in beautiful Boca Raton. This building offers stunning ocean to intracoastal views and impact glass on the exterior.  You'll enjoy the tropical pool area and there is boat dockage available on Lake Boca Raton. You will feel right at home in one of Boca's premier boutique buildings.
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south florida: The Aragon - Boca Raton, Florida - 10/07/09 04:45 AM
The Aragon is one of Boca's most well known super luxury buildings with a unique look that provides its residents with a very upscale living environment. Starting in the 2 million dollar range these units offer unique floor plans with impressive views of the ocean as well as Lake Boca Raton. No expense has been spared. This full service building features a state of the art fitness center, fantastic club room, valet parking and a concierge. The building has 41 large unique apartments.
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south florida: Beach Walk East - 3 Bedroom Seasonal Rental - Highland Beach, Florida - 10/05/09 04:06 AM
COMPLETELY RENOVATED 3 BEDROOM ON THE SAND!  BEAUTIFULLY FURNISHED, FOUR FLAT SCREEN TV'S, NINE FT. CEILINGS, TWO BALCONIES, SPECTACULAR VIEWS!
BEACH WALK EAST IS AN UPSCALE BOUTIQUE BUILDING RIGHT ON THE SAND IN HIGHLAND BEACH WITH A TOTALLY UPDATED LOBBY!  SPEND YOUR WINTER IN LUXURY AS YOU ENJOY THE ULTIMATE LIFESTYLE.
 


 
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south florida: Boca Raton, Florida Luxury Market Report September 2009 - 10/02/09 04:01 AM
As the summer fades away and we head into the strong selling season activity is good as people continue to buy up the inventory.  We expect the winter months to be very busy with lots of buyers in town.  Here are the numbers for the past thirty days for luxury properties priced at one million dollars and above.
Luxury Single Family Homes
Properties on the Market    511
Price Range    $1,000,000  to  $24,000,000
Properties Pending       19
Properties Sold      6
Price Range        $1,060,000   to   $4,750,000
Average Days on Market       118
Average Sold Price Per Square Ft.      $315
Luxury Condominiums
Properties on the Market     92
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south florida: Save the Downtown Boca Raton Post Office - 09/30/09 02:28 AM
With so many things being cut these days unfortunately our nice little Post Office has been put up for consideration to close.  This Post Office is not only important for the residents of East Boca to get their mail processed its also a very important part of the downtown atmosphere.  Please follow the link below to help save our Post Office from being the subject of budget cuts.
 
http://www.ci.boca-raton.fl.us/SavePostOffice.shtm
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south florida: The Prado - Downtown West Palm Beach, Florida - 09/28/09 07:11 AM
ULTRA MODERN 3BR/2BA CORNER UNIT IN VERY DESIRABLE LOCATION!  1 BLK TO CITY PLACE AND MINUTES TO THE BEACH!  TWO PARKING SPACES, 14 FT. CEILINGS!  SALE IS SUBJECT TO SELLER'S LENDER'S APPROVAL.  GREAT OPPORTUNITY!
THE PRADO IS LOCATED IN ONE OF THE MOST DESIRABLE PARTS OF DOWNTOWN WEST PALM BEACH CLOSE TO FINE DINING, SHOPPING, ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION.  THIS UPSCALE LUXURY BUILDING FEATURES FIRST CLASS AMENITIES INCLUDING A FITNESS CENTER, BUSINESS CENTER, RESORT STYLE POOL, LUSH LANDSCAPING, DOORMAN, VALET PARKING PLUS MUCH MORE!  THIS UNIT IS A MUST SEE FEATURING A GREAT LAYOUT AND A GOURMET KITCHEN! 
 


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south florida: One Thousand Ocean - Boca Raton, Florida - 09/25/09 08:15 AM
Welcome to one of the finest pieces of real estate you will find anywhere in the world.  One Thousand Ocean is a seven story building featuring 52 one and two story residences with villa, residence and penthouse options. Each home in the sky features floor to ceiling panoramic views with the finest finishes available.  This property is located on the grounds of the Exclusive Boca Resort & Spa, situated right on the point of the Boca Raton Inlet. Spacious balconies feature outdoor kitchens and personal plunge pools. The buildings world class amenities feature an oceanfront fitness center, and an ocean pool and … (0 comments)

south florida: La Fontana - Boca Raton, Florida - 09/22/09 02:00 AM
BEAUTIFULL 2 BR 2 BATH CONDOMINIUM WITH GREAT INTRACOASTAL VIEWS FEATURING NICE UPDATES AND A GREAT LAYOUT! THIS APARTMENT IS READY FOR YOU TO ENJOY. THIS SPECTACULAR CONDO IS A MUST SEE!
LA FONTANA SITS ON 10 ACRES OF TROPICAL PARK LIKE GROUNDS AND IS LOCATED ON THE INTRACOASTAL NEXT TO A NATURE PRESERVE. THIS BEAUTIFUL BUILDING FEATURES A FITNESS CENTER, TENNIS COURTS, BILLIARD ROOM, PICNIC AREA, DEEDED BEACH ACCESS AND 24 HOUR SECURITY. BRING YOUR BOAT AS THIS UNIT COMES WITH YOUR OWN PRIVATE BOAT SLIP IN A NO WAKE ZONE JUST STEPS AWAY!
http://tour.previsite.com/3D89DB05-7A3C-B608-F603-9A8DA3095E21

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south florida: The Luxuria in Boca Raton, Florida - 09/21/09 07:07 AM
The Luxuria is Boca Raton's newest Premier Oceanfront building where no expense has been spared. With apartments starting in the 4 million dollar range these units leave nothing to be desired. The building features 26 one of a kind residences including a pair of two story penthouses as well as two single family estate residences. The building sits on a 2.5 acre site featuring 265 ft. of prime Boca Raton beachfront.
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south florida: A Properties First Showing is on the Internet - 09/18/09 01:37 PM
Now that just about every buyer starts surfing the Internet to start the home buying process its important when you list your property that you make sure it has alot of high quality photos as well as a professional virtual tour on the listing. Buyers like to look at pictures and they will take the time to watch a well put together virtual tour that shows your home in the best way possible.  When the photos and tour are not taken care of the buyers might never make it to your door.
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south florida: Palm Beach County, Florida Market Report September 2009 - 09/16/09 06:36 AM
Properties are moving and the inventory is decreasing across Palm Peach County, Florida as low prices, low interest rates, government programs and lots of inventory drive the sales.  As we enter the busy season and people start to head down for the winter things should only get better.  Below are the numbers for Palm Beach County for the past thirty days.
 
Total Properties on the Market     22,402
Total Properties Pending      2,600
Total Properties Sold      1,741
Average Days on the Market     232
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south florida: Ball Fields in Boca Raton, Florida - 09/14/09 07:03 AM
Boca Raton is one of the best places to live anywhere in the country and the lifestyle it provides it's residents is top of the line.  One thing the town can use more of is ball fields. Tomorrow night, September 15, 2009 there will be a meeting to discuss this important issue.  The Greater Boca Raton Beach and Parks Distric will meet at Sugar Sand Park Community Center at 5:15pm.  Its important for the residents to show up and support the issue of more ball fields as the City's current lease agreement with FAU and the use of their fields comes to … (0 comments)

south florida: The Addison - Boca Raton, Florida - 09/11/09 05:06 AM
Located right on the sand, The Addison features two buildings with 169 apartments showcasing spectacular ocean views.  These luxury apartments start around $800,000 and go over the $3 million range.  This is a full service valet and concierge building with a residents only cafe bar and beach service.  The Addison is the only building in the area to offer an on site cafe.
 
 
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