June 2016

Here is the list of the 10 highest sold price luxury homes in Boca Raton / Delray Beach / Highland Beach / Hillsboro Beach / Gulf Stream - May 2016 (Source BeachesMLS) 

Click here to see what is currently available for sale in these luxury homes:

MLS® #RX-10209138 $16,530,000 8 Bedrooms, 17.00 Bathrooms Highland Beach, Fl Ocean To Intracoastal Home Located In Highland Beach With Over 19,000+/- Sf Of Total Living Space And Sits On 2.9+/- Acres. S... Read More »

MLS® #RX-10180952 $15,875,000 6 Bedrooms, 9.00 Bathrooms Gulf Stream, Fl One Of South Florida's Most Prized Spans Of Coastline Gives Sublime Allure To This Stunning Walled And Gated New Oceanfront E... Read More »

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When it comes to selling a luxury property in an area like Boca Raton, you need to be prepared. In the luxury markets the buyers are looking for a home that resonates well with them for what they’ll be using it for. Whether the buyer is looking for something to live-in either full or part time, they will connect with the home visually at some point. The aesthetics of a particular property can impact how the new homeowners view the suitability. On this blog we’ll uncover a few of the staging concepts to help you determine if hiring an interior designer or doing it yourself is a better option.

First, let’s determine "Why”, staging a home is important prior to a sale. Anytime a family or single resident has occupied a home, the home can become flawed or

It’s oftentimes said a “man’s home is his castle”. While that may be the case, there is some truth that a person’s home is a reflection of their personality and lifestyle. The composition of the home the materials and colors selected and even the construction reveal something about the home owners. When you live in a place like South Florida and especially Boca Raton, you will see a variety of home styles. An architect may design a home partially because of the climate and its functionality but many times it’s due to what’s trending in the market. Here’s a list with some descriptions of the styles of housing that you will find in and around this part of Palm Beach County.

Probably one of the most common types of designs around this area would be that

When it comes to buying and selling luxury properties in a place like Boca Raton, many of the buyers know what they’re looking for before they start their search. That being said, there are particular features this demographic is seeking that increases, they will pay more for if the home is constructed with their “Hot Button”. Here are a few of the qualities that people in this market will pay more for when they find a property they like.

The location is typically the first motivation for looking at properties.  Highly recommended neighborhoods where a person’s activities are nearby, travel and commuting to and from work are yet additional reasons people would be interested in seeing a home or condo.  Since Boca Raton has the best of many worlds,

June 2016, Keller Williams Realty monthly real estate statistics.
This very short video (1:10 minute) is going to give you the 3 national real estate statistics for this month.
With these 3 numbers, you should be able to "feel" the current market. Just click on the video below.

1. The number of projected homes for sale nationally
2. The national median home price
3. The average 30 year fixed-rate mortgage rate.

The Boca Raton area market is a little different from the national market. To get insider's information from a local real estate specialist, please be sure to reach out and call us today at . We'll let you know how these number may affect you and would be happy to talk about your real estate needs.

One of the world’s most premier destinations is the Sunshine State of Florida.  That being said, Boca Raton is hugely popular among an elite crowd of socialites and jet-set communities. This is also a select location for ‘snowbirds’ and people who live here part-time.  Business travelers have a fondness for investing in fleeting properties in this sought after area. If you’re considering a vacation or secondary home, we offer this blog as subject for thought. Here are some reasons why this South Florida town is ideal for this type of housing.

According to the National Association of Realtors, 21% of the homes sold in 2014 were vacation homes.  That being said, we can ‘guesstimate’ that with a stable economy, (such as the one we have today) there will

Here is the list of the 10 highest sold price luxury condominiums in Boca Raton / Delray Beach / Highland Beach / Hillsboro Beach / Gulf Stream - May 2016 (Source BeachesMLS) 

Click here to see what is currently available for sale in these luxury buildings:

MLS® #RX-10169765 $4,950,000 4 Bedrooms, 5.00 Bathrooms Boca Raton, Fl The Nicest Condo Unit In Presidential Place. Penthouse; Vaulted Ceilings; Views To Die For All Windows; Beach Cabana Included... Read More »

MLS® #RX-10140650 $4,200,000 3 Bedrooms, 4.00 Bathrooms Boca Raton, Fl Spectacular High Full Half Floor At The Excelsior On The Ocean In Boca Raton. Wraparound East, South & West Views Of The Ocea... Read More »

In today’s luxury real estate market, space sometimes overlooked is that of the garage. Many of today’s five-star properties include this space as an area to store your collections, enjoy a hobby or perhaps entertain. Since the garage is no longer a storage unit for things like riding lawnmowers and holiday decorations, it is becoming an extension of the home. In this blog we feature some ways that your property can build value by creating a luxury garage.

In many cases when selling property, the MLS listing will include several photographs of the home. Depending on the homeowners the garage may be a place that’s off-limits to the photographers. This can be particularly true in cases where exotic and collectible cars are present. However, if this is

 
It’s time to pull up the anchor loose in the dock lines and sink your ship into high gear for some of the best local places for you to sail your yacht. Whether you enjoy snorkeling, deep-sea fishing or any other type of water sport, there comes a point where you’ll have to tie-up for some land entertainment. We’ve compiled a list of some of the hottest spots in the Boca Raton and Delray Beach area for you to bring guests or enjoy after cruising the Intracoastal or the salty sea of the Atlantic Ocean.

Latitude: 26.32648
Longitude: -80.08758

One of Palm Beach County’s finest marinas is located off the Intracoastal and Fishtail Palm waterway.  The Royal Palm Yacht and Country Club can hold boats up to 130 feet long. Royal Palm happens to be one of

Despite the grim economic outlook for some industries, one sector is gaining viability -- real estate. According to the 2016 Emerging Trends in Real Estate, which was released by the Urban Land Institute earlier this year, trends such as “18-hour cities” and millennial parents increasing moving from urban areas out into the suburbs signal that real estate as an industry is gaining strength every passing day in 2016. One lending officer at a large financial institution even went to far as to say that “the next 24 months look doggone good for real estate.”

These trends means that real estate is a smart place to make an investment and grow your wealth. A housing shortage means that flipped homes tend to sell quickly and for high prices, and an increased