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REAL ESTATE UPDATE FOR BROWARD COUNTY & PALM BEACH COUNTY APRIL 2013

Posted on July 2, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Broward County includes well known cities of Coconut Creek, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Highland Beach, Hillsboro, Lighthouse Point, Parkland, Plantation, Sunrise, Tamarac and Weston. There are currently 3720, Single Family Homes LISTED FOR SALEin Broward County. 1252 priced under $250,000 1065 priced between 250,001 and $500,000 452 priced between $500,001 and $750,000 306 priced between $750,001 and $1,000,000 …

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I’ll Have A Spot of Tea! (Wish You Could Hear My Accent ;-)

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

On Saturday, June 15th, plan to join the Coral Springs Multi-Cultural Committee for a cup of tea at 2 p.m. at the Marriott at Heron Bay, located at 11775 Heron Bay Blvd. This annual tea party will delight you with entertainment, an array of international teas and Tea Trivia with a multi-cultural flair. Bring your …

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NO ENTRY ALLOWED! I’m Not Home!

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

  When do you think most burglaries occur? Rarely when you are home, but in fact 62.4% of burglaries happen between the hours of 9 am – 6 pm. The most likely explanation is kids are at school and spouses or parents are at work. That part hurts the most, because you are at work making …

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Mark Your Calendars for the Coral Springs Birthday Block Party

Posted on June 2, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

  Coral Springs is turning 50!!!! Plan to attend the birthday block party with non-stop entertainment for all ages, featuring live bands on two stages. Enjoy the music of The BlueFire Band, The Blues Brothers Soul Band, Wonderama, and Never Stop Believin – The Ultimate Journey Tribute Band. Radio Disney will entertain the younger crowd, while …

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A + Schools in Coral Springs, Florida

Posted on May 29, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

How often can a city say that all 5 of their area high schools are “A Rated?”   Better yet – NINETEEN schools in Coral Springs received an “A” rating! I am an active Chamber of Commerce member and an active volunteer in the City of Coral Springs and Parkland, Florida. I have seen personally how …

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In Honor of Those Who Have Sacrificed In Service

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

I was dropping off an application for a Buyer to apply to a condo association in Tamarac, Florida.  The President of the association told me the interview had been cancelled because it fell on, “Decoration Day”. Not wanting to be rude, I just nodded and asked when it would be rescheduled. Back in my car, …

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National Day of Prayer for Coral Springs Florida

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

The 25th National Day of Prayer will be held this year on May 2nd at the Coral Springs Charter School in Coral Springs, Florida.      This interfaith prayer service is very moving when faith, hope and oneness is shared with open hearts.    This year’s community gathering marks the City’s 25th celebration of this national event, where …

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EarthFest on Saturday, April 20

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

    Your kids will have a wild time at EarthFest on Saturday, April 20 at Sandy Ridge Sanctuary. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and it will feature lots of informative sessions the entire family will enjoy. There will also be wildlife exhibits, guided tours, plant giveaways for Coral Springs …

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Truth for Sellers

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

Many properties that are encumbered with a mortgage are still underwater. Whether you are one of these sellers or if you have the good fortune to not be under water, here is a short list of advice for sellers to suceed in selling their properties: • Prepare your home for an inspection. Make it as …

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What Buyers Should Know

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Great Florida Homes

When someone wants to buy a home, a lot of things come into play: What does the house look like? Will it be of the right size and right number of rooms for me and my family? Is it located in a good neighborhood? But eventually, it all boils down to one thing: NO ONE …

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