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Home Buying TipsJuly 5, 2026 · 9 min read
Cities Near Fort Lauderdale: Where to Live Around Broward County
The cities near Fort Lauderdale give you a dozen options within a 30-minute drive, from walkable beach towns to master-planned western suburbs. Here is how they compare.
Home Buying TipsFirst-Time BuyersJuly 5, 2026 · 9 min read
Can You Use a Sou-Sou or Susu Savings Club for Your Down Payment?
Sou-sou, susu, sol, esusu: whatever your community calls it, a rotating savings club can genuinely fund a down payment. The catch is documentation, and this post walks through turning cash contributions into money a mortgage underwriter will accept.
First-Time BuyersReal Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 9 min read
Cheapest Property Taxes in Florida: Which Counties Cost the Least
The cheapest property taxes in Florida sit in the rural interior counties, not the coastal metros. Here is a sourced, county-by-county look at effective rates across our eight Southeast Florida counties, plus the homestead and Save Our Homes breaks.
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Real Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 8 min read
How Big Is Hutchinson Island? Size, Map, and What's on the Barrier Island
Hutchinson Island is one of the Treasure Coast's largest barrier islands, running roughly 22 to 23 miles across Martin, St. Lucie, and Indian River counties. Here is exactly how big it is and what sits on it.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 9 min read
Tenant Rights When a Landlord Sells the Property in Florida
Worried about your lease when the landlord sells? In Florida, a valid lease usually survives the sale, your deposit transfers to the new owner, and month-to-month tenants get 30 days' notice. Here is what the law actually says.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 7 min read
Where Is Juno Beach, Florida? A Guide to the Palm Beach County Coastal Town
Juno Beach is a small, affluent coastal town in northern Palm Beach County, just south of Jupiter. Here is exactly where it is, what it is known for, and what living there is like.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 9 min read
What Is Fort Lauderdale Known For? The Things That Define the City
Fort Lauderdale is known for its 300 miles of canals, a wide Atlantic beach, Las Olas Boulevard, and one of the largest boat shows on earth. Here is what really defines the city, beyond the postcards.
Real Estate EducationReal Estate EducationJuly 5, 2026 · 8 min read
Where Is Royal Palm Beach, Florida? A Guide to the Village Out West
Royal Palm Beach sits in western Palm Beach County, about 13 miles inland from the coast. Here is exactly where it is, how to get around, and what it is like to live there.
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Celebrity HomesJuly 5, 2026 · 8 min read
Where Does Tom Cruise Live? Inside His Clearwater, Florida Penthouse
Tom Cruise owns a combined double penthouse atop the SkyView tower in downtown Clearwater, Florida, a short drive from the spiritual headquarters of the Church of Scientology. Here is what public reporting says about the property.
Celebrity HomesHome Buying TipsJuly 2, 2026 · 11 min read
Is Jupiter, Florida a Good Place to Live? A 2026 Guide
Is Jupiter, Florida a good place to live? This relaxed, boating-oriented town in northern Palm Beach County pairs real beach access with elite golf and a growing biotech corridor. Here is an honest look at the cost and the tradeoffs.
Home Buying TipsHome Buying TipsJuly 2, 2026 · 11 min read
Is Boca Raton a Good Place to Live? An Honest 2026 Guide
Is Boca Raton a good place to live? This affluent, well-planned city blends Mizner-era architecture, a growing corporate base, and a Brightline station, but it comes with a real price tag. Here is the honest breakdown.
Home Buying TipsHome Buying TipsJuly 2, 2026 · 11 min read
Is Delray Beach a Good Place to Live? An Honest 2026 Guide
Is Delray Beach a good place to live? This walkable, arts-driven beach town transformed itself from a sleepy stretch of coast into one of Palm Beach County's most desirable addresses. Here is the honest look at cost and lifestyle.
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