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Admiral’s Cove Residents Have 2012 Art Show at Eissey Campus Theatre

Photographs and paintings made by Admiral’s Cove residents graced the walls of the Eissey Campus Theatre in Palm Beach Gardens this Spring as part of the Admiral’s Cove Art Exhibition.

The wide-ranging pieces of art, which include oil, acrylic, watercolor, sculpture and stained glass, all were created by the hands of homeowners. Gary Bard, a glass artist who produced the showcase, said the talent that thrives within the Admiral’s Cove real estate is astounding.

“We are always amazed at the talent in our community,” Bard said. “It seems to be better each year. Who knows, there may be a new Picasso in the group.”

The exhibition encourages residents to show off their creative side and has grown to 45 artists. The pieces are hung in the clubhouse…

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Local Musician Performs on Fridays at Tiki at Evergrene

Friday nights at the Tiki at Evergrene are more fun than ever now that local musician Geoff Livingston will be playing his guitar poolside, starting at 7.

The Tiki at Evergrene has become the place to be in north county for residents and their guests. The food and libations are wonderful and affordable, and the ambience is laid-back and sociable.

The outdoor tiki bar and its live music are among the many attractions within Evergrene. Evergrene homes for sale also come with use of a large clubhouse filled with year-round activities, a fitness center with top-of-the-line equipment and a serene, sparkling lake with a path encircling it.

To see the amenities at Evergrene, click here.

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Lost Lake’s Front Entrance Sets Tone for Residential Community

Beautiful homes, a serene golf course and a quiet location in Martin County make Lost Lake real estate a great investment.

The residential community of Hobe Sound homes for sale is great for families, lovers of golf and retirees. It’s close to downtown Stuart, an area that has a plethora of shopping, dining and entertainment options, as well as the South Florida’s beautiful beaches.

Some of the homes are lakefront; others face the fairways. Among the interior appointments are Cathedral ceilings, tile flooring and upgraded kitchens. Outside, there are decorative driveways, tropical landscaping and screened-in patios and hurricane shutters.

The entrance to Lost Lake is stately and distinguished and features a stone-studded structure at the security gate.

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Water, Island Views Part of Scenery at Rolling Hills

Homeowners at Rolling Hills can soak up sun-drenched views of the Intracoastal Waterway and Jupiter Island from their back yards.

The Tequesta homes for sale in the upscale community off U.S. Highway 1 not only have pretty panoramas, they also have lots of square footage. Ranging between three and six bedrooms, the estate-style homes create a stand-out community along a beautiful stretch of Tequesta real estate.

The interior homes are equally as beautiful as the Intracoastal homes and have modern amenities and appointments, such as home theaters, game rooms, lofts, gourmet kitchens and tropical pools.

Community features include watersports activities, marinas, tiki bars, restaurants, and proximity to shopping destinations in Jupiter and Palm Beach Gardens.

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RISING HOME PRICE SIGNAL REBOUND

South Florida’s home prices rose 2.5 percent in March according to Standard & Poor’s/Case-Shiller price index.  Proof that the housing rebound has begun! Case-Shiller tracks the residential values of real estate in 20 metropolitan regions across America.  The index is published on the last Tuesday of each month and has a two month lag time.  

Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for the National Association of Realtors said the housing recovery is under way.  He was quoted as saying,  “This the first time we’ve had back to back price increases from a year earlier since June and July of 2010 when the gains were less than one percent, we are looking for a modest overall prices gain of 1.0 to 2.0 percent, with stronger improvement in 2013.”  Dr. John…

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Do You Know the Difference?

Fannie Mae versus Freddie Mac??

We have all heard the terms and we think we know what they are all about and how they work, right? Well, I know that I get confused sometimes and it never hurts to brush up. Today, we see news about our economy everywhere we turn. From the news, the newspapers, magazines, emails, billboards etc.… The bulletins about the state of the economy and the real estate market are laced with jargon, acronyms and abbreviations that can get tricky! 

Here, I am addressing the differences of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. For all we know, there are people out there asking the question, “Who are these people?” Well, they aren’t people at all; they are publicly traded, government-sponsored enterprises within the financial services…

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Hobe Sound Living: A Little Slice of Heaven

Are you in the market for a new home? If you love a lifestyle that is focused on peaceful living in beautiful surroundings, you may want to consider Hobe Sound! 

What Treasure Coast Living Has to Offer

One of the top places to live in America from Sperling’s Best Places to live is the quaint city of Hobe Sound. Hobe Sound is located on Florida’s Treasure Coast between Jupiter and Stuart. It has been growing quickly and expanding population. Still with its recent growth, Hobe Sound has remained a sanctuary with residents who are committed to retaining the serene charm of their village-like home. It has been stated that at Hobe Sound’s front door lies the Gold Coast and that at her back door lies the Treasure Coast. With an unbeatable location,…

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TIMING COULDN’T BE BETTER!

The timing couldn’t be better for purchasing in the Jupiter area.  Buy now and save now.  Most major news sources are claiming we have hit the floor in the housing market, which would make this the perfect opportunity to secure your dream waterfront home! 

Jupiter, Florida is a pocket of highly desired waterfront living with its access to the Atlantic Ocean via the Jupiter Inlet.  Many of the enviable waterfront properties are located on the Loxahatchee River or the Intracoastal Waterway, which lead directly to the Atlantic Ocean some of the best sport fishing and boating around!  Families with discerning tastes are taking opportune time to buy their vision.   

According to a study conducted by Robert Shiller, a professor at Yale with a long and…

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Old Port Cove’s Waterfront Views Extend to Ocean

Standout condominiums rise above the shimmering Intracoastal Waterway at Old Port Cove in North Palm Beach and offer glimpses of the ocean horizon. Breezy, wrap-around balconies are the perfect place to appreciate the panorama.

Old Port Cove condos for sale feature such amenities as a swimming pool with a hot tub, a picnicking area, beach access and a two-mile pathway. The units have large, formal entrances, stately marble flooring, elegant dining rooms and modern upgrades.

Old Port Cove Marine is adjacent to the complex, offering boaters docking options for large vessels. Nearby John D. MacArthur Beach State Park provides an environmental escape and has kayaks for rent.
Shopping, dining and entertainment venues all are within a close distance of Old Port Cove.

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TIPS FOR NEW HOME BUYERS!

Some analysts say that our economy is currently a “buyer’s market” and some may disagree. It comes as no surprise that the economy has been volatile. However there has been a silver lining on this ominous could, the sale of homes in Palm Beach County has been strong! According to the Palm Beach Post, the annual change in home sales in Palm Beach County has gone up 26 percent, from May 2011 to May 2012! This May has also been the 3rd consecutive month where home purchases have soared over the 1,000 mark. This month Florida realtors sold 1,115 homes in Palm Beach County according to a recent report. Fantastic!!! 

Here at Waterfront Properties our clients drive us. We have a dedicated staff, as well as a knowledgeable and experienced group of realtors…

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