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HEALTH BENEFITS OF LIVING NEAR THE OCEAN…GOOD FOR BODY and SOUL

Living at or near the beach has actual health benefits resulting from being near the sea. The ocean covers 71% of the earth’s surface and holds 97% of the earth’s water; it plays an important role in all of our lives.  The ocean water and sea air is good for the body and the soul.  Did you ever wonder why you sleep so well after a day at the beach?  Here in South Florida we have miles of beautiful white sandy beaches to choose from like the beaches in the “Sailfish Capital of the World” Town of Stuart, “Friendly Seaside Jewel” Town of Jupiter, “World Renowned” Town of Palm Beach, or the “International Playground” Town of South Beach/Miami.

The sea air provides wonderful benefits.  When waves break on the shoreline, air particles break apart releasing…

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LIVING ON THE WATER ... WHAT A VIEW!

Many people dream of living on the water – to be on it, near it, or at least have access to it.  Living in South Florida, the possibilities seem endless.  Water is everywhere.   Here we have the ocean, rivers, Intracoastal waterways, canals, lakes, ponds, marinas, and more.  Homes with deeded dock space let owners keep their water toys nearby.  The prices vary as much as the hues in blues of the tranquil water

Location and price may be the determining factor on which body of water your dream home may be located on. A home on the water is attainable. The demand for homes with docks has steadily increased partly with the increase in the sales of boats year over year growth of 5% to 7% since 2010.  New and used boat sales in the U.S. reached $36.7…

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THE SPORT OF KINGS in the PALM BEACHES

Horseracing has various forms, of which thoroughbred racing is the most popular and has been termed as “The Sport of Kings”.  Horses have remained a symbol of great wealth.  This has always been popular with the aristocrats and royalty of British society, thusly earning the title. Historically, records indicate that horseracing began as early as the days of Babylon, Syria, and Egypt.  Both chariot and mounted horses participated in the ancient Greek Olympics 648 B.C. Various types of racing have given rise to horse breeds that excel in specific disciplines of equestrian sports.

One equine sport, world-class international polo, is located in the heart of South Florida, just minutes from the exclusive Island of Palm Beach, The International Polo Club,…

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2nd Quarter 2014 LOCAL MARKET UPDATE

The Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches releases statistics of all aspects of residential and commercial sales in our area.   The organization released the following statement:

    “The second quarter of every year is historically the busiest quarter of the entire real estate season; however due to a recovered economy, the second quarter of this year has set a brand new precedent in the single family homes category.  Townhomes and condos also had a strong showing, but inventory isn’t high enough to produce record setting closed sales.  The high demand to live in one of the most beautiful places on earth is also driving average and median sale prices up for single-family homes as well as townhouses and condos. “

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ENCHANTED COASTAL LIVING

A beachy bungalow reveals plenty of personality and a relaxed laid-back vibe.  However, it can mean much, much more than just living by the beach.   Enchanted coastal living encompasses a way of life – blue skies, sunshine, wonderful beaches, and happy, healthy people.  People living a better lifestyle in a pleasant environment.   

What does waterfront living mean to you?   Is it a custom-built enchanted beach bungalow from the ground up or a snazzy condominium overlooking bright blue Atlantic Ocean views?  Possibly, a magnificent estate overlooking the wide water of the Loxahatchee River or a private, gated waterfront country club community might be your idea of living on the water’s edge.

“Coastal living” is just a tag line after all.  You do…

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IN EARLY 1900’s JUPITER KIDS RODE A SCHOOLBUS BOAT

The population of the Jupiter area was 145. In 1905 Reverend Dr. Charles P. Jackson started an elementary school for the children of Neptune (Jupiter).  Neptune was the designation for the area and the post office along the Florida East Coast Railroad.   Lighthouse keeper, James Armour, opened the Jupiter Post Office during 1884.  After three years of inactivity, Mary Moore Carlin reopened the Post Office in 1887 at the Jupiter Lifesaving Station, where her husband, Charles Carlin was the keeper.

The good people of this area converted a lifeboat from the battleship U.S.S. Maine and it served as a “school bus” for the children.  Later a ferry service across the Loxahatchee River transported the children until a bridge replaced it in 1911 when a…

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FRIENDLIEST CITIES IN AMERICA

In this area, it is hard not to see a smiling face with the abundant natural beauty of beaches, waterways, and perpetual sunshine!  Ask anyone around here “What is the friendliest city in America?” and the response will probably be their hometown of Jupiter, Stuart, North Palm Beach, or a number of any of the nearby cities.

According to Conde Nast’s annual Reader’s Choice Survey for 2014 via The Palm Beach Post:

#10 friendliest city is Ashville, NC

# 9 friendliest city is Nashville, TN

# 8 friendliest city is Key West, FL

# 7 friendliest city is Jackson Hole, FL

# 6 friendliest city is Fort Worth, TX

# 5 friendliest city is New Orleans, LA

# 4 friendliest city is Telluride, CO

# 3 friendliest city is San Antonio, TX

# 2 friendliest…

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2014 STRONG SUMMER BUYING SEASON

According to a report released Tuesday by the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches the number of single family homes sold last month countywide was 1,636.  That number of sold homes was equal with May 2014, but 21percent higher than the same time last year in 2013.

Statewide, Florida has seen an increase of 5 percent in the median price for a single family home, up from 2013 and an increase of 3 percent from May 2014.  The volume of sales last month was 23,181, a 15 percent annual increase and 1 percent higher than May 2014.

June 2014 marked the 31st  consecutive month in which sale prices rose statewide on an annual measure for both single-family homes and condominiums.

Palm Beach County condominiums sold in June at a 20 percent increase…

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GENUINE SMALL TOWN FRIENDLINESS with AMAZING OCEAN OR LOXAHATCHEE RIVER VIEWS

It sounds like a dream come true, a community with breathtaking ocean or river views and genuine small town kindness. Such a reality exists in Tequesta, Florida. The Village of Tequesta is a boater’s delight!  Tequesta is known for its picturesque and relaxing lifestyle on the water just north of Jupiter.  Across the scenic Jupiter Inlet and graceful Loxahatchee River is the quaint Village of Tequesta.  This is where people have flocked to quietly to raise their families, or retire and enjoy life peacefully along the waterways.

The Village of Tequesta is an incomparable waterfront community located along Route 1 in northern Palm Beach County.  Its impressiveness of quaint galleries, shops, boutiques, and bistros make it unique.  It is also home to…

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2014 HOUSING OUTLOOK: HOME PRICES ARE HEADED HIGHER

According to the KIPLINGER REPORT, home prices will rise in 2014 but a slow steadier pace compared with historical trends.  The housing recovery has pushed up homes prices nearly everywhere. 

Over the past year, home price rose in 225 of the 276 cities tracked by Clear Capital, a provider of real estate data and analysis.  Good news for people who have waited to sell their houses.  Prices nationwide rose by 10.9%, up by $30,000 to $215,000!

In 2013, a sense of urgency drove buyers to take advantage of affordable home prices and low mortgage prices.  However, buyers were forced into bidding wars.  Sellers reaped the rewards of quick sales and often receiving above asking price.   

Kiplinger market observers agree that home prices will rise  4%…

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