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This post publishes the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s May 2026 luxury market report for Boca Raton and Delray Beach, analyzing single-family and attached luxury home performance using April 2026 MLS® data.

As a member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, I’m pleased to share their May 2026 report for Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

This report provides a structured, data-driven analysis of luxury residential trends across our area, separating performance between single-family homes and condominiums / townhomes.

May 2026 Boca Raton & Delray Beach Luxury Real Estate Market Report

This report is based on the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing report for Boca Raton and Delray Beach. The May 2026 report reflects April 2026 closed

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Happy Mother's Day 2026 for Jean-Luc Andriot blog 051026

This Mother’s Day, we pause to honor the remarkable women who have guided us with patience, strength, kindness, and unconditional love.

Whether the celebration is a family brunch, a handwritten note, fresh flowers, or a simple call to say “I love you,” what matters most is the thought behind it.

Gifts are appreciated, but the moments we share - the laughter, the stories, the hugs, and the memories - are what stay with us.

Today is also a gentle reminder that Mother’s Day can be emotional for many, and a little compassion can mean more than we realize.

Motherhood is not defined only by biology. It lives in the women who nurture, protect, encourage, teach, and stand by us through every season of life.

So today, let’s celebrate mothers,

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Cinco de Mayo 2026 celebration in Boca Raton with tacos, margaritas and festive dining atmosphere

Cinco de Mayo is always a fun time to get out and enjoy great food, festive drinks, and a lively atmosphere, and Boca Raton has several spots worth checking out this year. Whether you're new to the area, thinking about making Boca Raton home, or simply looking for a way to enjoy the local lifestyle, this holiday offers a great glimpse into the energy and entertainment the city has to offer.

From all-day taco specials to large-scale parties and tequila-focused celebrations, Boca Raton and the surrounding Palm Beach area are giving locals plenty of ways to celebrate on Tuesday, May 5, 2026. If you’re planning your day early, here’s a look at a few places generating buzz this year.

Popular Cinco de Mayo Celebrations in Boca Raton

One of the most

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May 2026 home design trends for Boca Raton buyers and sellers with warm modern interior design

After a decade of cool grays, crisp whites, and spaces that looked more like showrooms than homes, buyers have changed what they're looking for. Call it quiet luxury - the idea that richness comes from depth, craft, and intention rather than flash and excess. It's not maximalism. It's a shift toward spaces that feel like somewhere you'd actually want to live.

That shift is showing up in buyer data, listing descriptions, and design reports across the board. Here's what it looks like in practice — and what it means if you're thinking about selling your home.

What's In

Color Is Back — And It's Warmer Than You Think

Woodgrove Road French Country family room by Bummer Lamb Design & Fine Furnishings Photo: Bummer Lamb Design & Fine Furnishings via Houzz

The all-gray interior isn't just tired. Buyers have moved on. The

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Architectural rendering of Mizner Plaza Hotel in Boca Raton showing an street view of the proposed mixed-use development with twin towers, retail, restaurants, and landscaped plaza

Boca Raton is witnessing a significant transformation with the recent approval of a bold new development near Mizner Park.
The Batmasian-led project envisions a modern 12-story hotel complex set to replace the iconic "pink plaza" on Northeast Second Avenue. This two-tower hotel will feature 219 rooms, alongside retail and restaurant spaces, promising to revitalize the downtown area.

This article covers the approved Mizner Plaza hotel project in downtown Boca Raton near Mizner Park, the proposed mixed-use hotel redevelopment, and the neighboring Tower 155 condominium building. For related local context, visit Mizner Park | Golden Triangle area and Tower 155 Condos.

Thinking about selling your Boca property? Check out my Real Estate FAQ for answers

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Dominoes and colorful dice arranged on an orange background with the text, “Game On: What to Play When Hosting a Game Night.”

Game Night for Grown-Ups: The Easiest Way to Make a Gathering More Memorable

Some traditions never go out of style, and game night is one of them. Long before streaming services, group chats, and endless scrolling, people gathered around a table for cards, conversation, and friendly competition. It still works for the same reason it always did: it brings people together without making things complicated.
A great game night gives guests something to do beyond standing around with a drink and repeating the same small talk. It breaks the ice, keeps the energy moving, and helps people relax. Better yet, it creates moments people remember. A clever guess, a ridiculous answer, a surprising comeback, or a laugh that catches the whole table off guard can

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Institute for Luxury Home Marketing April 2026 Boca Raton and Delray Beach luxury housing market report cover page

This post publishes the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing’s April 2026 luxury market report for Boca Raton and Delray Beach, analyzing single-family and attached luxury home performance using March 2026 MLS® data.

As a member of the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing, I’m pleased to share their April 2026 report for Boca Raton and Delray Beach.

This report provides a structured, data-driven analysis of luxury residential trends across our area, separating performance between single-family homes and condominiums / townhomes.

April 2026 Boca Raton & Delray Beach Luxury Real Estate Market Report

This report is based on the Institute for Luxury Home Marketing report for Boca Raton & Delray Beach. It reflects the prior month’s closed data

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From Realtor.com, Richard Simmons’ Storied L.A. Estate Returns to Market as a $5.8 Million ‘Development Opportunity’ and a ‘Canvas for Transformation’ for Jean-Luc Andriot blog 041426

The 90-year-old estate where famed fitness guru Richard Simmons lived for four decades before his death is returning to the market with a new asking price—and a "highly strategic" sales strategy that sees the property touted as a "development opportunity" and a chance to "create a world-class" dwelling.

Simmons, who shot to fame in the 1970s after launching a career as a fitness expert and weight loss guru, died in July 2024, days after he celebrated his 76th birthday. Less than a year later, the Hollywood Hills property that he had called home since the 1980s was put on the market, with an asking price of $7 million, although that was steadily lowered over the course of five months, before the home was delisted altogether in February of this year.

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Fresh garlic cloves with papery peel partially removed on a kitchen surface

Garlic is a foundational ingredient across countless cuisines, prized for the depth and warmth it adds to a dish. Yet even aspiring home chefs know that working with fresh garlic can bring a familiar frustration: the peel. With expert techniques from professional kitchens, these tips will show you how to peel garlic efficiently and elegantly - so you can spend less time on tedious prep and more time creating something truly delicious.
One of the simplest ways to loosen the skin is to separate the cloves first and apply brief pressure with the flat side of a chef’s knife.
For larger batches, a covered bowl or lidded container can help release the papery outer layer quickly without damaging the garlic itself.

Read on

Related Cooking, Kitchen, and

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Just Listed For Sale: 500 SE Mizner Bvd, #A209, Boca Raton, FL. 33432 Townsend Place luxury condominium for sale MLS# B26010282

See condominium details: 500 SE Mizner Bvd, #A209, Boca Raton, FL. 33432 Townsend Place

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The Residence: unit A209

Searching for a 2-bed condo in Downtown Boca Raton near Mizner Boulevard, upscale dining, and the beach? 

Welcome to Residence A209 on the 2nd floor at Townsend Place Condo, offering 1,802 living sqft, 2 full baths plus a powder room, a private balcony, 2 garage spaces, and a gated amenity-rich setting in one of Boca Raton's most connected downtown locations. 
Featuring a spacious main-level layout with a large living room, dedicated dining area, and well-proportioned kitchen that support both

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