Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Peter Hopkins as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Peter is originally from York, England and has been in the real estate industry for over 20 years. Peter is one of those special people that is technologically gifted. Because of this, he is a listing and marketing specialist. Peter has the knowledge and experience to bring your home to the market and put that listing in front of the right buyers and the right Realtors at the right time. This is critical in getting a quick sale at the right price. You will find Peter to be methodical and enthusiastic and he will treat your goals as if they were his own.Peter lives in Palm Bay with his wife, Nicola, daughters Amy & Jenny, granddaughter Scarlett and three Bichon Frise’s. In Peter’s spare tim... 09/01/2016

I fired a Buyer this morning. Here are the facts: She told me that a realtor she had been working with "doesn't call her back". She says that she has been pre-qualified. She will not tell me where she was pre-qualified. She will not tell me to whom she spoke. She will not give me any of the terms under which she was pre-qualed. She told me that the above information was "none of my business". She said she wouldn't be "wasting her time looking" if she couldn't buy. When I explained why it was important to have that info she told me I was being "too pushy". The end game here is that she got fired. Sorry Sweetheart, it's not me, it's you Bye Bye!   08/06/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Margie Rutkowski as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Margie is originally from Long Island, New York. She and her husband, John, moved to Brevard County in 1988 and raised their two daughters on the beautiful Space Coast of Florida. Margie has been a realtor in Brevard County for over 25 years. In her real estate career, Margie has helped both buyers and sellers realize their dreams of home ownership. Margie lives beachside in Satellite Beach with her rescue dog Miss Maggie. In her spare time she enjoys reading, gardening and dancing. She is a Golden Steppers member at the Cocoa Village Theater. You can reach Margie at 321-698-7060. 07/14/2016

One of the things that surprises me the most about this area is the lack of really excellent sushi given that we live on the ocean! Buri Thai & Sushi goes a long way in correcting that issue. Located across the street from the ocean in Indialantic, Buri Thai & Sushi  is owned by the same man that made Thai Thai II a few blocks up the beach a success. The owner, Tat (who was trained in making sushi in Miami), sold Thai Thai II and opened up Buri Thai & Sushi  and I am glad he did!Uni (sea urchin) and fresh Ikura (Salmon Roe) are virtually impossible to find around here. Tat at Buri Thai & Sushi  had both and both were fresh and delicious! Although those items are not normally available outside of the weekend, they are at Buri Thai & Sushi  and they are fabulous! I have been back a few ti... 07/12/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Patti Maniscalco as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Patti is originally from Oregon where she was a licensed Broker and practiced real estate in Bend. Along with over 25 years of experience in the real estate business, Patti has worked in both the residential sector as well as commercial real estate. Patti brings a friendly and professional style to her clients. With both her expertise in real estate and her easy going style of communication, Patti’s clients are comfortable knowing that she has their best interests at heart. Whether you are a looking to buy or sell a modest home or condo, or your needs are for a larger residence, Patti's communication, attention to detail and follow-through are traits that all her clients appreciate. As ... 06/13/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Randall Lynn as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Randall is originally from Fenton, Michigan. He coached track at the high school and college levels for many years. Randall’s entire family has always been active real estate investors, so, it was natural for him to migrate to the real estate industry when he moved to Brevard County.  Randall enjoys finding the right property for his clients and works diligently to match the right house with each and every buyer. In his spare time, Randall likes sports and enjoys traveling throughout South and Central America. You can reach Randall at 321-914-5976. 06/11/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Brent Conaway as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Brent has been involved with Real Estate, Building and Developing with his family since 1996. Brent owns Timber Built Homes (Timberbuilthomes.net) and has built custom homes in both Georgia and Florida. His father was a Realtor, Contractor and Delta Pilot. His mother was a successful Realtor at Hiawassee Realty in Georgia. He credits both of his parents for his passion for "all things Real Estate". After 10 yrs. of custom home building in Georgia, Brent and his wife traded in Dogwoods for Palms and moved to Florida. Now he's helping: Renters become Homeowners, Investors find Investment Properties, Snowbirds find their winter nests, Relocators locate a home and Dreamer's build or buy their ... 06/09/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Veronica Callaghan as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. Veronica moved to Brevard County as a child when her father was stationed at Patrick Air Force Base. Having grown up beachside, Veronica is very familiar with Brevard County and all surrounding communities. With a vast background in customer service, Veronica always goes above and beyond for her clients who rely on her knowledge and expertise while putting their wants and needs first. If you are looking for a hardworking and dependable Realtor, then Veronica can get you where you need to go! Call Veronica today for more information and let her help you find your next dream home!Veronica lives beachside in Indialantic with her husband Bill and their newborn son Max. Veronica can be re... 06/06/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Bob Wages as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. Bob was born and raised in Columbus Georgia. After earning a Bachelor of Science Degree, Bob then spent 12 years in the armed forces. While serving in Gulf One, Bob was injured. He was honorably discharged 2 years later. After his wife passed, Bob moved to the beautiful Space Coast of Florida and entered the real estate business where he is a member of NAR, FAR and the Space Coast Association of Realtors. With over 30 years of sales experience behind him, Bob wants to help you “own a piece of Paradise!” Bob currently lives in Suntree and enjoys golf in his spare time. Bob can be reached at 321-537-0566.   06/03/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Esther Anderson as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. Esther hails from Massachusetts and has been a real estate agent for over 30 years and has an extensive and varied background in many aspects of residential real estate. She enjoys the challenges found in today's market, and loves working with buyer's, seller's and investors. Esther is especially aware of the needs of her senior clients.Esther and her husband of 52 years, Ralph, live in Grand Isle in Viera. Esther and Ralph have a new Great Grandson who is the light of their lives. Together Esther and Ralph enjoy traveling, especially cruising out of Port Canaveral.|You can reach Esther at 321-446-0287.  06/02/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Rob Lewis as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. A native of south Africa, Rob came to Melbourne in 1989 and knew he had found "home". Rob has worked in the luxury real estate market since 2003 and has developed a significant following among both home buyers and sellers throughout Florida’s Space Coast. His experience in both the luxury market and in commercial development has enabled Rob to give his clients an invaluable understanding of today’s complicated real estate market. His understanding of the market, along with his superior negotiation skills, professionalism and careful guidance benefits his clients who range from single homeowners to developers of multi-million dollar commercial properties. Rob’s commitment to providing persona... 06/01/2016

This beautiful Indialantic, FL townhome sold in 12 hours with two solid back up offers!The home was fully updated and staged.If you are looking to sell a home here on the Florida Space Coast give me a call!I can show you how the right updates, proper staging and great marketing will sell your house quickly and for top dollar (in this case $25k more than any other home in the development has sold for!).I am always available and ready to answer any questions you may have!   05/08/2016

This is a real find!An Updated 2 bedroom 2.5 bath townhouse within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, medical facilities, schools, the river and the beach. It is one block to the Atlantic Ocean beaches!!The eat-in kitchen has been remodeled with granite counters and a cool back splash!All three bathrooms have been updated!The home boasts two 2nd floor master bedrooms with large closet space and updated private bathrooms.The enclosed back patio has been turned into a four seasons room with matching slate style tiles and double pane windows.....add to the value: Recent 16 SEER A/C UnitRecent Hot Water HeaterLots of closet space including a "Florida Basement" under the stairsA-Rated Brevard County Schools (Elementary and Middle Schools) just 1 block away!Fresh paint throughoutAssig... 05/03/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome John Cole as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. John grew up in Brevard County, attending Melbourne Central Catholic High School and Florida Eastern College.  After working for 10 years at Publix, John played Jai Alai professionally throughout Florida and in Newport, Rhode Island. During this period of time, John also handled the back office business side of Kim Cole Dance Studio, Inc. The dance studio, owned by his wife, was located in Palm Bay and Kim taught thousands of children to dance while building their self-esteem.John's deep interest in real estate began in 1994 when he purchased his first lot in Melbourne. John had building plans drawn up, hired the sub-contractors, and acted as his own general contractor. He enjoyed every aspec... 04/29/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Colleen Webb as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Colleen grew up in St. Louis Missouri. Colleen started out working for her family’s construction business. It was there that she earned the reputation of exceeding customer expectations and delivering superior results. Colleen then worked in hospice care where she not only supported adults nearing the end of their lives but also supported the families of hospice patients. That support included helping families with their housing needs. From there Colleen became a Realtor in 1997. Colleen knows that finding a Realtor who really understands the market and clients needs makes the journey of buying and selling a home an easier one. Colleen has since brought her skills to Brevard County, Florida... 04/13/2016

We have quite a few condo and townhome buildings. Each have a very different system for charging HOA fees.The Question:Hi Jeffrey,We have a quick question. Why are the HOA fees so different between condo buildings? You showed us two that are next door to each other and the fees in ____________________ are twice that of _________________. We like the condo with the higher fees better,  but we are having a hard time justifying the extra fees.John and Mary.My Answer:John and Mary,The fees condo buildings, co-ops, and townhomes charge are based on many factors. Some of the associations give limited amenities (no utilities, pool, limited landscaping, insurance, etc...) and have a low fee that covers just exterior maintenance.Sometimes a complex may have Insurance, pools, fitness centers, etc... 03/28/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Jerry Roberts as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Jerry is a 21 year resident of Brevard County, owning a home on Tortoise Island for 11 years. Jerry retired from a successful career in law enforcement as a state trooper and then entered the real estate business. Jerry excels at helping his clients in all aspects of real estate including buying and selling not only residential property, but investment and commercial property as well. If you are looking to rent a home prior to buying, Jerry can assist to with this and help you become acquainted with the various neighborhoods found on the Space Coast. Jerry can be reached at 321-544-3955  03/21/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Suzy Ruby Fallas as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office.Ruby has a rich history and varied background in the world of real estate. Before becoming a licensed real estate agent, Ruby worked for a real estate attorney for 8 years. Because of this experience, Ruby sees real estate from multiple sides. Born and raised in Florida, Ruby knows the Florida real estate market inside out and is proud to help her clients navigate through the complexities of real estate purchases and sales. Ruby is also a native Spanish speaker and is happy to help you with your next home purchase, the sale of your present property, or both! Ruby lives in Rockledge with her husband and daughter. Welcome aboard Ruby!    03/18/2016

Many people who visit the Space Coast do so for a variety of reasons...maybe they want to see a rocket launch....some come for our great weather...the beach calls many here...surfing is a big draw...and of course Brevard County is a great place to see a manatee or sea turtles.When it comes to viewing sea turtles you might not find a better place to start then James H. Nance Park in Indialantic, FL.The park is loaded with amenities...from the beach of course to a beach volleyball stadium with seating for fans to a children's playground and of course showers and bathroom facilities. Nance Park is also within walking distance of beach style shopping, restaurants (Bizzaro's Pizza will make you think you are in NYC), and 5th Ave (Indialantic's shopping and eating district).The Sea Turtles wi... 03/06/2016

Palm Realty is pleased to welcome Kris Shanahan as a new Sales Associate in our Indialantic office. A Brevard County native born and raised, Kris Shanahan first attended Melbourne High School and then went on to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach on a basketball scholarship. Kris earned a degree in aviation business administration. Kris started his real estate career in Melbourne in 1999 specializing in new construction. In the ensuing years, Kris has sold every imaginable type of home throughout Brevard County and is an expert in assisting his clients in finding the perfect neighborhood for them! Kris lives in West Melbourne and has a son named Jacob. Kris is happy to help you find the home of your dreams as well as assist you in selling your Brevard County property ... 03/01/2016