Elizabeth Ruvo's (elizabethruvo) Blog

There is a major news story out today around the state about a prominent Ft. Pierce attorney and his wife who have been arrested on racketeering and conspiracy-related charges as part of a mortgage fraud scheme.  Transactions occurred in St. Lucie, Martin, Marion, Lake, Columbia and Alachua count...

According to FAR (Florida Association of Realtors) Florida single family existing home sales rose in July for the first time in more than 2 years!  it's actually only six (yes, that's 6 more) homes than July of 2007, but that's enough to indicate a hint of stabilization. This is big news because ...

Thinking of Buying A New Home in Port St. Lucie, Florida? Free Event on August 23rd, 2008 to Feature Panel of Experts and Question-and-Answer Session There's no mistaking the trend - more and more potential home buyers are totally confused and wary of the home buying process in today's market.  V...

Congratulations to Johnathan Washburn, CEO of ActiveRain, who was named one of the "30 Under 30 Setting the Pace for Realtors" in 2008.  Don't miss the article on page 33 of the June 2008 Realtor Magazine.  Jonathan has done an awful lot in his 29 years and I really enjoyed reading about his succ...

Did you know that 2008 is the National Association of Realtor's 100th Anniversary?  All of you who are Realtors should join in the celebration by adding your photo to the Centennial mosaic.  You can also include the Centennial Logo on your webiste, ads, etc.  All available at the association webs...

Today started off on a high note with our associate, Michael Llewellyn, coming into the office for a visit for the first time since having a heart attack while at work two weeks ago.  He looked terrific and was all smiles as he received hugs and handshakes from everyone there.  It was great to se...

According to U.S. Census figures released today (June 28, 2007) Port St. Lucie, on the east coast of Florida, is ranked as the third fastest growing city in the United States with 12,909 new residents between July 2005 and July 2006.  While this is down from the #1 spot for 2003-2004 and the #2 s...

There'a a great new publication out in Port St. Lucie, Florida, called Your Home Town Connexion.  It's got all the information needed for new residents or visitors to the area.  It's a print magazine but you can also download it on the internet at http://www.yourhometownconnexion.com. You'll find...

Here in Florida and other areas along the Eastern coastline, "Hurricane Season" (June 1st - November 30th) is fast approaching.  The American Red Cross has put together an informative piece on preparing for hurricane season in 12 days.  Also, From June 1 through June 12, Floridians can save while...

Want privacy? Want space? Want to be in your own little world yet close to everything?  This gorgeous custom home has it all.  With 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, formal living and dining rooms, beautiful, fully equipped kitchen, informal dining area, 2 car attached garage and huge heated, screened pool th...