Blink, blink.  Yes, it's true, yet another doomsday story.  This isn't JUST about Real Estate; it's about Florida (yes of course, Palm Beach County, West Palm Beach, Flamingo Park.....). When I moved to West Palm Beach in early 1985 I wanted to be associated with a with-in magazine - not a glossy coffee table model-perfect publication; rather a hard-hitting, muck-raking periodical.  I was told this would never happen here.  Why??  Because we were a land of northerners with blinders.  They didn't want to see under the thin, crackling verneer of South Florida.  They only wanted to see the golf courses and palm trees and fishing waters. Their kids didn't attend school here; why should they help out the abismal school system?They didn't want to delve too deep; they simply wanted to sun and ... 07/14/2008

Please access the lead article in Barron's dated July 14th (but already on the streets) - "Home Prices Are About to Bottom" (subhead). "Contrary to what you've heard, the plunge should stop in many areas by year's end. How a collapse of Fannie and Freddie might help." The article claims that inventories of new and existing homes are falling (didn't I report this in MY immediate West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County area just about a week ago in this blog?)... The article continues to tell you that the supply is homes is still huge, but that at least the trend is in the right direction (inventory down!) Rose-colored glasses: For those real estate professionals who knew that the previous height could never be maintained --- and were poised at the unbelievable, breath-taking height of the Jul... 07/13/2008

The City of West Palm Beach (Historic Preservation Division) is taking a pro-active approach to what historic districts all over the country are wrestling with - Houses built up to 1958 have now reached that historic age threshold of 50 years.  At first glance, most folks doesn't give homes of this time period much thought - most are simple boxes with straight-forward unadorned facades.  But this time period is an extremely important one in our country's history. WWII is over, prosperity returning, veterans coming home, getting married, having families.  It was a simple and happy time.  So, even though these homes are anything but glamorous, they represent a significant period of time all over our country.  West Palm Beach is beginning steps to include this time period by making these h... 07/10/2008

At http://WestPalmBeachHomesforSale.blogspot.com, read about events and plans for the area that can affect your home, finances, neighborhood and social life. Note the huge variety of houses, condos, and town-homes for sale: historic homes, new construction, City Place's new condos, town-homes, & communities at all prices, some communities with golf courses. Great lifestyles! "GREENWICH VILLAGE WITH PALM TREES": West Palm Beach has much to offer everyone at any age, from the Kravis Center, the Convention Center, Antiques shops, upscale shopping, proximity to Palm Beach, the beach and ocean, City Place with free concerts, shopping and dining, to dining at any price and entertainment galore make the area a prime hot spot. Did you see the NEWSWEEK article stating that DREYFOOS SCHOOL in Wes... 07/01/2008

Located in West Palm Beach, just south of the Beeline Highway and three miles west of I-95, Ironhorse Country Club is a private gated country club community nestled along the Loxahatchee Nature Preserve. Ironhorse consists of 324 homes with lots ranging from ¼ of an acre to over ½ an acre, priced from the low $400,000s to over $1,000,000. Renovated in 2005, the Ironhorse Clubhouse features an 18-hole championship golf course, a golf pro shop, 6 tennis courts, a fitness center, and an oversized lap pool. Visit our website to view current Ironhorse Country Club Homes For Sale. Information courtesy of Waterfront Properties & Club Communities 06/30/2008

Ibis, a gated golf and country club community, is located in West Palm Beach, only 7 miles west of I-95 on Northlake Blvd. Consisting of 33 different communities, Ibis offers a wide range of homes varying from Mediterranean to Florida-contemporary. Homes, which rest on either natural preserve or a golf course, range in price from the $300's to over $2 million. Located within the Grassy Waters Natural Preserve, residents enjoy a quiet, rural lifestyle while still maintaining the nearby high-energy life offered by the Palm Beaches. The 50,000 square foot Ibis Country Club features 14 hydrograde tennis courts and a 25-meter lap pool, in additon to the Ibis Spa, the Legend Terrace, and the Patio Grille. Take advantage of the many PGA golf professionals offering instruction on one of three N... 06/26/2008

Downtown West Palm Beach Florida- Baby Boomers  Bloom and Boom! Downtown West Palm Beach Florida has become the happening place for Baby Boomers to retire and they are moving down here from Atlanta Georgia, Charlotte North Carolina, Maryland Virginia, New York and New Jersey to name a few. International Boomers are moving here as well from Europe and South America. The benefits of living the Urban lifestyle of downtown West Palm Beach Florida include the fact that this is almost car-free living. Most of the boomers tell us they love being able to walk everywhere. You can live in a new condo here and walk to the Muvico movie theater, the famous restaurants to the Comedy warehouse. To view some great photos of CityPlace which is the main part of downtown West Palm beach click here.   With... 06/24/2008

Hi Everyone- My name is Ellie Drury, and I am an active realtor in the West Palm Beach, Florida area. I dropped out of college to go into real estate a long time ago. I've tried a few other things, but have been back in real estate now since 2001. Most of the time it feels so natural that it doesn't even feel like work. There is never a shortage of people who want to live here, and I enjoy helping newcomers feel at home while showing off this place I love. Real Estate is a great way to make friends! Since the start-up of AR members have been saying, 'Why don't you belong?'. Well, I guess there were two main reasons:  my goal to keep my life simple and unencumbered with unnecessary things, and also that I really didn't quite 'get it'. Finally the members got through to me that it was mor... 06/17/2008

Priced just reduced to $149,000 on June 20th - Act now for this fabulous 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home. This is a Short Sale that needs to be sold now! Don't wait if this looks like the home for you! Homeowner needs to sell. For more details visit "My Listings" at www.ImagineYourHouse.com Got a question, email me at lynnp@ImagineYourHouse.com or call me at 954-464-1100 06/03/2008

Beautiful Single Family Home in Quail Meadow8406 Quail Meadow Way   This is a beautiful 2 bedroom 2 bathroom single family home in the quiet guard gated community of Quail Meadow in Ibis. This house has a load of special features including volume ceilings, split bedrooms, walk in closets and a foyer. Enjoy the gracious design of the floor plan, spacious and stylish. It has nice SE exposure with neutral colors throughout the whole inside. Enjoy any weather in the backyard screened patio. The resident and their guests can enjoy the community amenities which consist of a pool, golf course, tennis courts, bike-jog trails, a clubhouse, exercise room, hot tub, play area, and putting green. It is in walking distance to country club. Minimum social membership required- seller will pay up to $2... 05/30/2008

I am excited to share that my first article on a series of 6 is Hot Off the Press!www.floridahomeimprove.com  recently asked me to write articles to educate the public on Home Staging. I have been on cloud 9 ...I love when Im asked! (who doesn't) In this issue I write about The advantages of selling a staged home, Why use a professional Home Staging Firm. www.Eclectichomestagingofthepalmbeaches.com  05/08/2008

This is NOT a short sale! Acreage Home For Sale in West Palm Beach Florida bordering Loxahatchee Florida. Ready for immediate occupancy! Country Living at its' best! The seller is willing to help you out with some closing costs.  Reduced to $229,777!  Over ONE ACRE of land with an adorable 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home with a wood deck and Tiki bar with a screened in patio.  Fully fenced, gated and paddock welcomes your horse! Be steps away from a great Elementary school and parks including some of the best soccer fields and softball fields. Fun in the sun and shade with outdoor living, plenty or room to roam!   Feel's like living out in the country yet you are moments away from all the major roads heading north or south, east or west! Publix is right up the street. The inside of this home... 04/28/2008

I haven't blogged very much in the past few days because I have been so focused on making a big sale in downtown West Palm Beach. I have been working with a couple from New York City who are on the verge of retirement. We have been monitoring the market for a couple of months and whenever something they were interested in came up (or got reduced to their price range) I would stop by on the way up to my fiance's house and make a virtual tour for them. Once they had more than one or two that they really liked they booked a flight to Florida. I showed them five properties on Saturday and then we went back and looked at their favorite on Monday. We wrote up an offer that afternoon and after some serious negotiating got an acceptance on Wednesday afternoon.Fortunately my fiance and I had tic... 04/12/2008

West Palm Beach Real Estate Market ReportBelow is a list of communities in West Palm Beach with current listing. To help you with your search for the perfect home we've included the average listing price and the number of properties available in each community as of Saturday, March 29, 2008.Click on any of the following links to view the homes that are available in that community. Acreage Available Units: 210 Average Price: $366,664Lowest Price: $127,900Highest Price: $1,490,000  Ibis Available Units: 210 Average Price: $676,634Lowest Price: $199,000Highest Price: $3,995,000  Northwood Available Units: 121 Average Price: $348,904Lowest Price: $74,900Highest Price: $1,950,000  One City Plaza Available Units: 98 Average Price: $442,629Lowest Price: $180,000Highest Price: $1,100,000  Terra... 03/29/2008

West Palm Beach located in the center of Palm Beach County is known for its great shopping, downtown life, many great amenities, and beautiful communities. West Palm Beach offers fun downtown areas such as City Place and Clematis Street. It also offers a great live theatre called the Kravis Center with amzing live entertainment. Being in a great central location West Palm Beach is a great place in Palm Beach Florida.101 Lofts 610 Clematis Acreage Alhambra Park Andros Isle Avondale Banyan Estates Banyan Lakes Bay Hill Estates Baywinds Bear Island Bear Lakes Belair Belle Vue Bethesda Park Breakers West Brelsford Park Briar Bay Broadmoor Bromerg Burnup & Sims Estates Carleton Oaks Central Park Plaza City Palms City Side Cityplace Courtyards Cityplace Garden Residences Cityplace Residentia ... 03/22/2008

ECLECTIC HOME STAGING OF THE PALM BEACHES Premier Home Staging Company in Palm Beach CountyThe Investment in Staging is always going to be Less than your first price reduction !!!STAGE IT !!!............SELL IT !!!Eclectic Home Staging of the Palm Beaches is here to help you the seller or the realtors sell that property faster and possible for more money. By Staging with an Accredited Staging Professional (ASP) you can ensure that all focal points of the home are addressed. We look at your property through the buyers eyes !Stage during the month of April and you get a 5 day Carnival Cruise for 2 persons.TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE VALUE OF HOME STAGING VISIT:http://www.eclectichomestagingofthepalmbeaches.com/e-mail us at Ehomestaging561@aol.comor call us at 561-906-0050   or  561-840-8950Fe... 03/20/2008

Price reduced June 20th - act now to own this fantastic home! Reduced to $149,00 Lynn Pineda | Keller Williams Partners Realty | lynnp@imagineyourhouse.com | 954-464-1100 3380 Commodore Court, West Palm Beach, FL Short Sale home priced below appraisal for sale in West Palm Beach Florida. Bank is ready for your offer 3BR/2BA Single Family House offered at $149,000 Year Built 2003 Sq Footage 1,264 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 full, 0 partial Floors 1 Parking Unspecified Lot Size Unspecified HOA/Maint $158 per month DESCRIPTION Priced below appraisal. Bank is waiting for your offer. Pre Foreclosure Short Sale home for sale in West Palm Beach Florida. Enjoy the open living areas in this upgraded neutral colored home.Upon entry,notice the upgraded oversized neutral tile on the diagonal.Granite kit... 03/18/2008

Do the ZooThe Palm Beach Zoo If you are lucky enough to find yourself in South Florida (Palm Beach County) make sure you leave yourself time for the Palm Beach Zoo.  Sure Miami has Metro Zoo, (over an hour drive South) but Palm Beach County has its own Zoo right here in the heart of West Palm Beach.                      I believe this Zoo is one of the Jewels of the Palm Beaches.  It is smaller than the big ones but still has plenty to see and do without all the crowds. Plenty of shows for the little ones...ok big ones as well.The Zoo is open 363 days a year from 9Am to 5pm daily.  The show has shows running throughout the day. Recently, the Zoo has had some changes done so if you have not been their in awhile I recommend it is time for trip back.  Palm Beach Zoo even has a Carousel rid... 03/09/2008

Ibis is a gated and upscale golf community located in West Palm Beach  Florida. Ibis features three Nicklaus Design Championship golf courses designed by arguably the greatest golfer of all time, Jack Nicklaus, and his son's Jack Jr. and Steve. It's golfing atmosphere and setting are sought out by golfers and others who enjoy the outdoors. The tennis facilites are second to none with 14 lighted hydrogrid clay courts and an exceptional instructional staff. The fitness and aquatic center has been recently remodeled and offers members the opportunity to get fit or just kick back and relax.  With many neighborhoods within the community, Ibis offers luxury homes with prices ranging from the $200,000's to over $4 Million. For more information on Ibis Golf & Country club please visit www.servi... 02/15/2008

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