November 2025

Safe and Happy Thanksgiving November 27th 2025

Thanksgiving hits a little differently here in Boca Raton — sunshine instead of snow, palm trees instead of pines, and families gathering around tables that are just as likely to be poolside as they are indoors.

But the heart of the holiday stays the same: gratitude, good food, and time with the people who matter most.

Whether you're hosting a feast on the patio, taking a morning walk by the beach, or slipping out for a round of golf before dinner (because… Boca), today’s a reminder to slow down and appreciate this beautiful place we get to call home.

Our community has grown, evolved, and thrived this year. Buyers looking for a fresh start, sellers preparing for their next chapter, neighbors becoming

Meghan Markle offered a peek into how she, Prince Harry, and their two children plan to spend Thanksgiving at their $14.65 million home in Montecito—just ahead of releasing the official trailer for her Netflix holiday special, With Love, Meghan.

In the latest newsletter for her lifestyle brand, she shared her take on preparing a standout Thanksgiving meal, noting that her family relies heavily on ingredients pulled straight from their own gardens. One star of the show this year: sage. According to Meghan, the herb grows abundantly across their property and has become a staple in her holiday cooking.

“As Ever” highlighted sage as one of the brand founder’s favorite flavors, pointing out that the purple blooms often mistaken for lavender in Meghan’s

As I am a member of The Institute for Luxury Marketing, I thought I would share with you their November 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.

November 2025 Luxury Market Snapshot – Boca Raton & Delray Beach

The Boca Raton and Delray Beach luxury market remained steady in October 2025, with single-family homes firmly in balanced-market territory and attached properties still favoring buyers. Sales activity outpaced last year in both segments, inventory stayed healthy, and prices

November 11th isn’t just “a day off” in Boca Raton. It’s one of the most meaningful civic days of the year here, and the city treats it that way. Veterans Day in Boca is built around respect, service, and community — and yes, a classic car show, because this is still Boca.

Here’s what actually happens in town on November 11th, how the schedule works, and how to show up the right way.

The Main Event: Red, White & Boca at Mizner Park Amphitheater

Every year, the City of Boca Raton hosts Red, White & Boca: A Veterans Day Celebration at Mizner Park Amphitheater, 590 Plaza Real. The event runs from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on November 11 and it’s completely free and open to the public. Veterans, families, locals — everyone’s welcome. (My Boca)

No celebration feels complete without cake—and the real treat is enjoying it beyond the big moment.

From tall, elegant layers to petite, refined slices, here’s how to preserve your dessert’s freshness—whether it’s resting on the counter, chilling in the fridge, or tucked away in the freezer.

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For millions of homeowners, checking their Zillow Zestimate has become as routine as checking a stock portfolio—a quick hit of seeing your home's estimated value, right at your fingertips. With 178 million monthly users and over 100 million homes covered, the platform's instant, free, and convenient appeal is undeniable.

But here's a famous cautionary tale: Spencer Rascoff, Zillow's former CEO, sold his own home for a staggering 40% less than its Zestimate. This story highlights a critical fact that many homeowners don't realize: Zillow itself calls its Zestimate a "starting point... not an appraisal"1.

If the creator of the system can be off by that much, how accurate are online home valuations for the rest of us? Relying on an automated number