Why is Memorial Day observed in May? May, one of my favorite months of the year, especially here in St. Augustine, Fl, is the time of year when most flowers are blooming across the US. It was for this reason back in 1868 Gen. John Locan commander in chief of the Grand Army of the Republic, the ve
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05/30/2011
A growing number of adults, are moving back home, like my daughter Kelly, to help save money to buy a home. Fortunately Kelly has a great job, but is trying to finish school and has a mountian of student loans to pay back. It's seen around the country, from recent graduates hunting for jobs in th
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05/29/2011
Power of Attorney can be confusing to a lot of buyers and agents alike. It certainly can simplify the entire real estate transaction when working with out of town buyers, or as Sharon points out, Military families.Power of Attorney in a Fleming Island Real Estate Transaction There are times when
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05/27/2011
You wont want to miss the Memorial Day Airshow held at the North Florida Regional airport in St. Augustine. The event will honor our military with a special "Salute to Veterans" past and present. The airshow promises to provide entertainment for the whole family. There will also be performances b
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05/27/2011
Music by the Sea, a FREE outdoor concert series at the St. Augustine Beach Pier, is back! Here is the 2011 schedule until the end of June. Grab your chair, your favorite beverage and come on out to the Pier. Unwind and enjoy Hump Day – through the summer, Dinner serves at 6 PM - Concert starts at
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05/27/2011
St. Augustine, Florida is known for its Historic charm, beautiful beaches, reasonably priced homes and fantastic public schools. Forbes just listed us in their Great Schools List.St. Johns, Florida is #9 on Forbes/GreatSchools list of Best Schools for Your Real Estate Buck St. Johns is located i
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05/26/2011
My goodness, Really? Zillow recently came up with a list of towns that fit the economic and lifestyle needs of single Moms. Again I say, my goodness Really? Doesn't every one (not just single Moms) want to live in an affordable, safe, convenient, area with a great public school system" Here's the
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05/26/2011
Boy have things changed! From the craziness of the height of our market last decade where if you had a pulse you could get 100% financing, to the tight restrictions of today...I wonder what will the mortgage market look like in the future? The mortgage market is essential to a healthy housing mar
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05/26/2011
If you're hunting for a real estate bargain, look no further: Here are 10 cities where the typical home costs less than $82,000. Although homes in St. Augustine did not make this list, there are many great short sale and foreclosure deals in St. Augustine Florida worth checking out. Is your marke
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05/25/2011
Part of the services I offer to sellers and one of the most important keys in selling a home today, is staging. Usually one of the last rooms that are considered is the garage. A neat and orderly garage is certinaly a selling feature If their car is out on the street because there's no room for i
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05/25/2011