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Real Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
55+ Community Myths vs. Facts in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach and Port St. Lucie
Common beliefs about 55+ living, checked against federal and Florida rules and local facts in Boynton Beach, Delray Beach and Port St. Lucie: age limits, fees, resale, guests and healthcare.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Mediterranean and Spanish Revival Homes in Boca Raton, Palm Beach and Delray Beach
How Addison Mizner and the 1920s boom gave Palm Beach, Boca Raton and Delray Beach their Spanish-style look, how to spot a true period home, and what owners should know about historic rules, roofs, insurance and resale.
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Real Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Property Surveys in Florida: When You Need One to Buy or Sell
A plain guide to Florida property surveys: the main types, who pays under the standard contract, how surveys catch encroachments, and how to read a plat.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Average Square Footage of a House in Palm Beach County and What Counts in Florida
The latest national home size figures, how Florida listings split under-air and total square feet, how appraisers measure living area, and how size varies locally.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Palm Beach vs. Treasure Coast for Retirement: Cost, Taxes, Health Care and Pace
A side by side look at retiring in Palm Beach County or on the Treasure Coast, with a focus on Boynton Beach, Jupiter, Hobe Sound and Port St. Lucie. It covers home prices, taxes, hospitals, daily life and how to choose.
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Real Estate InvestmentOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Port St. Lucie Growth: Jobs, Retail and Roads That Shape Home Values
Port St. Lucie keeps adding people, jobs and roads. Here is where the growth is happening, what the latest numbers show, and what it means for buyers, investors and sellers.
Real Estate InvestmentReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 9 min read
What Is a CBS Home in Florida? Concrete Block vs. Wood Frame Construction
CBS means concrete block and stucco. Here is how block walls compare with wood frame, why the permit date and roof matter more for hurricanes and insurance, and how to confirm the wall type before you buy or sell.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate InvestmentOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
How Many People Can Live in a House in Palm Beach County? Occupancy Limits for Owners, Landlords and Roommates
A plain guide to occupancy limits in Palm Beach County: the county's bedroom size rule, city rental rules, HOA and condo leasing limits, and HUD's fair housing standard.
Real Estate InvestmentReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 7 min read
Moving From New York to Palm Beach County: Taxes, Neighborhoods and What Surprises Newcomers
A practical guide for New Yorkers moving to Palm Beach County: changing domicile, homestead, cars and licenses, schools, popular areas and the costs that surprise newcomers.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate InvestmentOctober 1, 2026 · 9 min read
How to Find an Investor-Friendly Real Estate Agent in Palm Beach County
A good agent for investors brings numbers, not just listings. Here is what to expect on rent comps, cap rates, condo and HOA rental rules and deal flow, plus the questions to ask before you hire one.
Real Estate InvestmentReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Deed Restrictions in Florida: How They Differ From HOA Rules
Deed restrictions and HOA rules both limit what you can do with a property, but they work in different ways. Learn how to find them, who enforces them and what they mean for a sale or a remodel.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationOctober 1, 2026 · 8 min read
Real Estate Kickbacks vs. Legal Rebates in Florida: What RESPA Allows
Federal law bans paying for referrals in most home deals, yet Florida allows agents to share their pay with a buyer or seller. Here is where the line sits and how each credit should show up at closing.
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