July 2025

Life in Montecito comes with its quirks, even when you’re royalty. Oprah Winfrey says Prince Harry and Meghan Markle phoned her on Easter Sunday to solve an unexpected avian crisis at their $14.65 million estate, just down the road from her own Santa Barbara compound.

“Harry calls and says, ‘Sorry to bother you, O, but we’ve got a duck situation,’” the 71‑year‑old media icon recalled on Kelly Ripa’s Let’s Talk Off Camera podcast. A mama duck had marched into the Sussexes’ yard, laid eggs, and suddenly hatched a full brood of fuzzy squatters.

Harry and Meghan, convinced their place wasn’t exactly fit for permanent web‑footed residents, asked if Oprah’s property—complete with a picture‑perfect pond—could offer safer digs. Ever the accommodating

As I am a member of The Institute for Luxury Marketing, I thought I would share with you their July 2025 report for Boca Raton - Delray Beach.

It is your guide to a general analysis on the trends and comparative data on the top-residential markets in the Boca Raton - Delray Beach area.

Statistics are separated between single family homes and condominiums / townhomes in Boca Raton - Delray Beach.

July 2025 Luxury Market Snapshot – Boca Raton & Delray Beach

This summer, our high-end market is moving at two distinct speeds. Well-priced single-family estates still command attention, while luxury condos & townhomes (attached homes) give buyers more leverage. Here’s the data and what it means for you.

Single-Family Luxury Homes – Balanced

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Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s $60 Million Marital Mansion Is Taken Off the Market After They Spent Nearly a Year Trying To Sell It.

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's beleaguered $60 million marital mansion has been taken off the market—nearly two months after the former couple slashed $8 million from their asking price in a desperate bid to find a buyer.

Lopez, 55, and Affleck, 52, purchased the extraordinarily opulent Beverly Hills, CA, estate back in May 2023 for $60.8 million, and it was understood that the duo had planned to use the home as their primary residence.

However, just over one year later, the couple had put the property back on the market—this time with an asking price of $68 million, and soon after, it was revealed that they

As we reach the midpoint of 2025, the U.S. housing market stands at a critical juncture. The frenzy of the pandemic-era real estate boom has long since cooled, but in its place we’re seeing a market searching for balance. Higher mortgage rates, cautious buyers, and rising home inventory are combining to reshape what it means to buy or sell a home in today’s climate.

“The housing market is at a turning point,” says Nadia Evangelou, senior economist and director of real estate research at the National Association of Realtors.1 This turning point brings both challenges and opportunities. Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping a close eye on the market, understanding these evolving trends is essential.

In this comprehensive market update, we

With Independence Day just around the corner, Boca Raton is ready to shine. From oceanfront picnics to fireworks under the stars, our beautiful city offers the perfect backdrop for celebrating America’s birthday.
Whether you're heading to the beach, a backyard gathering, or a city-sponsored event, here's how to enjoy the holiday—safely, smartly, and in style.

Fireworks & Festivities at Spanish River Park
One of Boca’s biggest holiday traditions is the annual Fourth of July celebration at the Spanish River Athletic Complex (1000 NW Spanish River Blvd.).
Gates open at 5:30 PM, and the fireworks begin at 9:00 PM sharp.
Expect live music, family activities, food trucks, and thousands of neighbors enjoying the night together.
Arrive early—parking fills up