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Spring Training at Rodger Dean in Abacoa Right Around the Corner

In just a little more than 6 weeks, Major League Baseball will make it's return to Abacoa when the Miami Marlins and the St. Louis Cardinals come back to their home away from home as they prepare for the 2015 MLB season.

That's right Jupiter, Spring Training 2015 is right around the corner and will feature some of the best players and teams in professional baseball once again.

Spring Training gets its unnoficial start at Roger Dean Stadium on Monday, March 2nd when the Marlins take on Florida International University. After another exhibition game against the University of Miami on the 3rd, Spring Training officially kicks off on Thursday, March 5th when the two tennants (Marlins and Cardinals) square off against each other. In fact, the Marlins…

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Palm Beach County Dominates Golf Digest's List of Top Golf Courses in Florida

It's no surpirse that Florida is the Capital of golf in the United States. The weather allows year round play and the course are some of the finest in the world. Look no further than the amount of professional golfers that either call Florida home, or their home away from home.

So if Florida is the Capital of golf, South Florida is arguably its largest constituant.

It's no surprise then, that when it comes to top golf courses in Florida, South Florida has some of the finest in the state.

Don't just take my word for it, look no further than the fine people at Golf Digest. In their list of the top golf courses in the state of Florida, six of the top 15 are located in Palm Beach County.

Seminole Golf Club, in Juno Beach, sits at the top spot once…

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2015's Housing Market Predictions and Estimates

Predictions for the housing market in Palm Beach County for 2015 resemble the trends we saw in 2014. In 2014’s market the year began with double-digit price surges and a lack of inventory but it quickly steadied and leveled out. The local housing market is kicking off the New Year with substantial price increases, scarce inventory levels and bidding battles between buyers much like last year’s trend. However, experts and analysts are expecting this boom to stabilize at some point mid-year. These experts are calling this year’s market trends “the first full year of normal following a decade of extremes.” 

Don’t be confused by these “normal” predictions. Normal is a very positive description for this market. Bill Hardin, the director of the Hollo…

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'THE WIZ' at MALTZ JUPITER THEATRE

One of the most excitedly anticipated productions of the year, ‘The Wiz’, which is a rock and soul musical performance created based on the classic film “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz.” This family friendly spectacle will be on the stage at The Maltz Jupiter Theatre showing on January 13th through February 1st, 2015.

‘The Wiz’ is a harmonious and tuneful show for all ages. “The iconic and universal story will take us back to a time when we believed there was something special at the end of the rainbow, where monkeys could fly and where good witches used their magic power to get us home. “The Wiz” has all the staging sorcery to take you to there.” The story of Dorothy and all her wonderful friends go on a quest together to encounter The Wizard of Oz and to…

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FISHING FORECAST 1.9.15

South Florida has taken over some higher pressure and the NOAA weather is expecting gusts to be northeast to east at 15-20 knots throughout the weekend.

OFFSHORE- It has been a tough week offshore for anglers, however many fishing teams have been going offshore to practice for The Silver Sailfish Derby. Some reports of a few sailfish and a handful of dolphin were seen this week from 150’-350’ of water. Around the time of the full moon, a few wahoo were reported and caught. The best bite offshore this  week has been from fishing on the bottom, yellowtail and mangrove snappers were most popular pulling up, in about 70-90’ of water.

INSHORE- The Intracoastal Waterway has improved some action this week as the coming cold front approaches South Florida. Holding…

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ABACOA FOOD TRUCK INVASION in JUPITER, FL

On the second Friday of each month, rolling restaurants known for the delicious dining selections are setting up for a feast next to the famous Roger Dean Stadium in Abacoa. The town Center of Abacoa is a popular uptown neighborhood in Jupiter, Florida that regularly seems to enchant its residents and visitors with its old township charm, classic design and comforting family atmosphere. The Food Truck Invasion is becoming one of the fastest developing sectors in the dining business.

Join the tasty phenomenon filled with delicious assortments from food trucks such as Crave-it, Food Junkies, Killer Melts, Fry Daddy, The Rolling Stove and about thirty more trucks full of uniquely crafted food venues from tacos to desserts will be parked and ready to…

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DOLPHIN - THE MASTERFUL CHAMELEON

Photo Location: Jupiter, FL

Numerous offshore fishermen have plenty of views and different beliefs; however there is one thing most of them can all agree on – the fame and attractiveness of Dolphin. No matter what size limit all fishermen admire them.

“Dolphin, like many game fish, are blessed with a coloration scheme called countershading, which they use to their advantage when sneaking up on flying fish and eluding predation.”  This recognizable game fish has theatrical neon designs that any passionate angler could pin point even around the world. Dolphin, believe it or not, are more transparent than they may seem. They have light reflecting cells in their pigment letting the fish change colors from electric blue to lime green to trophy gold and…

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RIVERBEND PARK in JUPITER, FLORIDA

One of the most scenic parks and historical gems of Jupiter, Florida to the outdoor enthusiast is Riverbend Park. Spending the day at this picturesque park from land or by water, you will be able to visualize the widespread splendor of nature and wildlife and experience a bit of the “living history.”

This 1200 acre estate is just draped with cypress, oak, pine and palms trees making a safe place for over 200 different bird species. Plenty of lively activities are encouraged to take place at Riverbend Park such as self-guide biking, equestrian trails (BYOH) or hiking trails of over 15 miles; the park includes picnic tables with grills for resting places, as well as 5 ½ miles of paddling kayaks or canoes which can be rented at Canoe Outfitters of Florida…

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PALM BEACH COUNTY, FL in TOP TEN MILLIONAIRE COUNTIES

CNN Money ranks the nation’s Top Ten Counties with the highest number of millionaire households.  TNS Financial Services, one of the world’s largest market research and polling firms, considered  “households with a net worth of at $1 million not including the value of the resident’s home. “ 

Palm Beach County ranked No.9 in the poll with 71,221 millionaire households. Palm Beach County consists of 11% of Florida’s total millionaire household and 1% of these households in the nation.  At last poll, TNS reported an increase in the total number of millionaire households to be 9.3 million nationally.

The TNS annual Affluent Market Research Program (AMRP) revealed that the total net worth of millionaires, excluding the value of their primary residence…

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BOCA RATON to STUART HOUSE HUNTING similar to LOOKING for LOVE

Purchasing a home is similar to looking for a spouse.  You may go on many first dates and in the end, the one that has the most, but not all, the characteristics that you desire, will win you heart. The same holds true when searching for your dream home. 

However, first-time homebuyers and even the most experienced homebuyers can get frustrated and disappointed with how long the process can take.  Yet they may not understand how their expectations, views, and lack of action may be causing the delay in finding the right home.

One of the biggest hazards a buyer can fall into is not working with a professional real estate agent. Waterfront Properties and Club Communities buyer’s agents can assist buyers readily identify the best-suited properties in…

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