Living in an apartment or rental home does have its perks: You can test out different neighborhoods and locations, you have the flexibility to move, and you have access to great amenities like a gym or pool. But there’s a reason that owning a home, rather than renting one, is a highly desired achievement. Maybe […]
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The 5 Most Affordable (And Still Awesome) Suburbs of Fort Lauderdale, FL
Thinking of relocating to the Fort Lauderdale area and buying a home here, but not sure where to look? If affordability is one of your top criteria, you might be a little dismayed by some of its higher-than-average numbers where it comes to home prices and cost of living. But don’t worry; there are plenty […]
7 Crucial Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Seller’s Agent
Your home is likely the largest financial investment you have, so it makes sense to carefully choose the right agent to represent you when you sell it. The best real estate agent will walk you through the whole process, showcase your home in the best light, give you feedback from showings and open houses, and […]
Off the Beaten Path Adventuring in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Everybody knows the best attractions of Fort Lauderdale. Bask in the sun on the Fort Lauderdale Beach. Stroll Las Olas Boulevard or the Downtown River Walk. Visit the NSU Art Museum or the Museum of Discovery and Science. Step back through time at the Stranahan House or the Bonnet House Museum and Gardens. Unwind in the […]
There’s a New Condo in Fort Lauderdale—And It Just Hit the Market
There’s a new condo in town, and the sales are starting! That’s right, 30 North Ocean, a beautiful new boutique condo in east Fort Lauderdale Beach just started accepting deposits for its to-be-built ocean view luxury condos. This 10-story building will feature 24 units and 6 stunning floorplans, designed to provide the vacation lifestyle of […]
9 Moments All Home Buyers Experience
You’re armed with your pre-approval letter, your wants and needs list, and your knowledge of the real estate market. Now comes the fun part: searching for homes! Like any part of buying a home, the home search has its ups and downs. But once you’re living in your new home, spending weekends shopping for furniture […]
Beat the Winter Blues with Colorful Home Décor
The winter holidays and New Year’s have come and gone, and so have all the decorations. With no twinkling lights or festive ornaments brightening up its main living areas, your home can start to look a little bare. Not to worry! Here are a few winter home decorating ideas that can cheer you up and […]
7 Ways to Stay Active in Fort Lauderdale This New Year
The Top Real Estate Resolutions (And How to Keep Them)
Want to visit the gym more? Finally complete the home improvement project you’ve been working on? Save money for that new watch/car/house/vacation? January 1 is the perfect time to jumpstart your goals. If you’re like most people, according to Money Magazine, you probably have “stay fit,” “spend less,” or “enjoy the most out of life” […]
Selling Your Home in 2017? Here are the Latest Market Predictions
It’s that time of year: Many homeowners are looking to the New Year and planning their 2017 real estate resolutions (sell the house, move to the suburbs, buy that dream vacation home, etc.). If you’re planning your own New Year’s real estate resolutions, you might be researching 2017 housing market predictions to figure out when […]