Southeast Florida homeowners looking for springtime renovation ideas to increase home values, look no further. The sun is shining, the birds are singing, the Jupiter beaches are calling, and it is time to emerge from winter hibernation. Spring is the perfect time to tackle home renovation projects. Whether you want to enhance your home’s curb appeal or take on a larger update, here are ideas to put on your list now that warmer weather is approaching.

1. Repaint. 

If you have been looking at the same color walls for years or noticed scuffs and chips, a fresh coat of paint can bring new life to your home. Neutral greys and whites are popular and if you are looking to sell, appeal to most buyers. Painting is a low-cost project with high…

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Friday, April 22 is Earth Day. This year's theme is "Invest in Our Planet." The City of Boca Raton is investing in the planet by establishing sustainability and resiliency throughout the City's operations. The Boca Raton City Council signed the Boca on to the Cities Race to Zero.

On March 21, 2022, Boca Raton City Council decided to commit the City of Boca Raton to the Cities Race to Zero Pledge.  It is a pledge signed by more than 1,000 cities worldwide to commit to limiting global warming to 1.5°C by reaching global net-zero carbon emissions before 2050. This commitment to the Sustainability Action Plan will continue the City's work to invest not only in the planet but in the future and wellbeing of Boca Raton.

On March 21, 2022, Boca Raton…

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 On behalf of all the staff and agents at Waterfront Properties and Club Communities of Palm Beach, Martin, Broward, and Miami-Dade Counties we wish you and yours an incredibly Happy Easter!

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Experts are predicting that current housing boom will most likely flatten this year as interest rates continue to rise. Please note the word “flatten.”  It is anticipated that prices will not go down, demand for homes is constant in Palm Beach County. In South Florida, with our warm climate, our beautiful coastline, and tax benefits, more and more people are moving here every day. People have realized they can work from home and are no longer bound to a particular city, so why not live somewhere beautiful.

A housing bubble, or speculative bubble, is defined by a steep rise in housing prices that is not supported by common or logical economic factors or fundamentals. Many factors are contributing to the current housing appreciation throughout…

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 U.S. News analyzed data for the 150 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. Eight of the Top 10 Places to Retire are in Florida, one as close as Port St. Lucie.  The survey explains how to evaluate how well they meet Americans' retirement needs and expectations. Some of the important measures included the joy of residents, home affordability, tax rates, and health care quality. 

You might be able to save money and improve your quality of life by relocating to a retirement spot that better suits your interests and budget. Any questions about the real estate market in Florida, please reach out to the real estate specialists at Waterfront Properties and Club Communities at 561-746-7272.

Top 10 Best Places to Retire:

 #1  Sarasota, FL

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The housing experts say the market is “normalizing.” But what does that mean for the Palm Beaches? Will home prices in Palm Beach County and rents finally come down? Will more homes go up for sale? And what does the year ahead have in store for the real estate market?

“The nation’s housing market, after a wild surge that sent home prices up over 30 percent in some cities in 2021, will be less intense next year”, according to Lawrence Yun, chief economist of the National Association of Realtors (NAR).

The NAR 2022 housing forecast anticipates the market will continue slowing down from the frenzy seen in the spring when prices shot up to new heights. However, prices will stay high, inventory will remain tight, and mortgage rates will rise. Other…

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Many people think that real estate in Southeast Florida suddenly comes to a stop when the holiday season approaches. Homebuyers searching during the holidays are typically more motivated to get into a home faster than buyers home shopping during other months of the year. They may also be eager to close on the house before the end of the year, whether it is for tax purposes or to get settled before kicking off a new job.

Consider the following:

  1. People who look for a home during the holidays are generally more serious buyers.
  2. The supply of homes listed will dramatically increase in January, thusly more product, less demand, demanding in less money for your home.
  3. Buyers may be more emotional during the holidays, thusly more willing to pay…

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 Happy Thanksgiving!

On behalf of our entire family of staff and agents at Waterfront Properties and Club Communities, we wish to express our sincere thanks and gratitude to our clientele for putting faith in our proficiency in aiding their real estate transactions.   Kindest regards,   Rob Thomson    Waterfront Properties & Club Communities  

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