I moved to Palm Beach County in 2000.  Everything that I approach, I do from a consumers point of view, reason being, I am a consumer and I know what I like and don't like.When we were selling our home in Broward County, I knew nothing about Real Estate, so when I listed my home, I called a Realtor from Century 21, because I remember seeing a lot of signs from their company, I assumed they were our local professionals.  Shortly after listing my home, I did not hear a word from my Realtor until 8 days later.  Our Realtor called with an awful offer and she convinced us that nothing better would come in so we shouldn't counter back and we didn't.  Not knowing the procedures, not knowing our rights and not being properly educated on the market, we sold our home in 8 days, where the Realtor ... 09/04/2007

West Palm Beach New Condos, Downtown Preconstruction Downtown West Palm Beach Condos If you are searching for a new condominium in West Palm Beach Florida you have come to the right spot. With local real estate knowledge of all the new preconstruction communities downtown in CityPlace and Clematis streets you'll know you are learning about all the projects available for your to reside in. There are several new communities that are either under construction or have been completed recently. Below is a list of preconstruction projects under construction, just recently completed or are proposed. There are many waterfront buildings and city view condos depending on what you are looking for. Prices range from the $180's for a 1 bedroom to multiple millions or a luxury waterfront residence. W... 09/02/2007

The Prado is located at 600 S. Dixie Hwy. The building was built by The Related Group. It is an eight story building and was completed in 2006. There are a total of 304 units which are composed of nine studio units, 131 one bedroom units, 140 two bedroom units and 24 three bedroom units. All ceilings are 8'6" to 9' 6" in height.Amenities include: pool, fitness center, club room, business center, valet parking, steam room, hot tub/spa.Parking is in the building. There are no available parking spots for sale at this time.HOA fees are $.43 a sq ft.Positives: Walking distance to City Place and Clematis St, Kravis Center, Convention Center, Approx. 1.5 miles from beach. Minutes to the airport.Negatives: The exterior units have a less than appealing view.There are currently 38 units for sale ... 08/31/2007

With all the problems with financing, one listing is now an owner financing.  I hope we see more of those. 08/28/2007

If you are looking for great service, state of the art security and a full time concierge service in your next Condo purchase than One City Plaza is the place for you. Enter in through double glass security doors into a two story high lobby area decorated in a contemporary style with a touch of an Asian feel. Right in the center of downtown West Palm Beach in City Place you will find everything you love in urban living. The rooftop views are spectacular. You can see the famous Breakers Hotel, the Island Of Palm Beach, the Marina with enticing yachts to feast your eyes upon and the tree lines streets that line the Intracoastal. Views expand from the Intracoastal to the Island to the Atlantic ocean. You are minutes from the beach. The location of One City Plaza is conveniently located nea... 08/25/2007

I had the distinct pleasure of meeting Ines and Nick yesterday.  Finally!  More about that later.  Right now I want to help Nick, who has a great big heart, spread the word about his fundraiser. When we hear of impoverished families we think far away  But right here in our own back yard are people who need help too.  There's a program in Palm Beach County that strives to make lives better for children who might otherwise fall into the vicious cycle of child abuse and neglect.  I'm talking basics here.  No one's bemoaning not having an iPod.  It's simple stuff that's needed.  Things like diapers, formula, food and a safe place to live.  The Healthy Families program is part of Hugs For Kids.  They have a mission.  It states "Mission: To prevent child abuse and neglect by providing support... 08/18/2007

The METROPOLITAN is located at 403 S. Sapodilla Ave. or the SW corner of S. Sapodilla Ave. and Fern St. It is an eight story building with 149 condo units. The building was built by Kenco Communities and completed in October 2006.  Units range in size from 503 to 1608 Sq.Ft. The first floor is unique in that it has the fitness center and club room with three studio condos and six one bedroom and seven two bedroom condos. The studio condos are 503 to 649 sq ft in size and are only on the first floor. The one bedroom condos range in size from 644 to 890 sq. ft. The two bedroom condos range in size from 1298 to 1407 sq ft. the three bedroom condos are all 1608 sq ft. There are 3 studio, 20 one bedroom, 112 two bedroom and 14 three bedroom condos.Floors two through eight have a variety of o... 08/18/2007

                                                 BREAKERS WEST, WEST PALM BEACH SALES REPORT                                                            http://www.AAAFloridaHomes.com/  ADDRESS               BDROOMS   BATH(FULL)   BATH(HALF)   SQ. FT   WATERFRONT   SALE PRICE   SALE DATE  1720 BREAKERS WEST     4           4                 0              3849          N                 $1,450,000   04/30/20071683 MAYACOO LAKES      4           4                 1              4277          N                 $1,300,000   04/00/20071664 CYPRESS ROW DR.   4           4                 0              3941          Y                  $1,100,000  03/08/20071808 BREAKERS WEST      4           3                 1              3178          N                 $749,000      03/30/20071627 MAYCOO L... 08/17/2007

TWO CITY PLAZA is located at the corner of Okeechobee Blvd.and S. Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL. 33401. The building is built by Kolter Communities and is estimated to be completed July 31, 2008. The building has 20 floors with 467 units. The ground floor has one bedroom lofts that are designed to be live and work units. These units range in size from 1128 to 1535 sq. ft. Prices range from $449,000 to 602,200. Floors 2 through 5 have units ranging in size from 926 to 2156 sq. ft. Prices range from $411,000 to $893,500. Floors 6 through 15 have units ranging in size from 1324 to 2156 sq ft. prices range from $479,999 to $830,000. Floors 16 through 21 have units ranging in size from 1789 to 3000 sq ft. Prices range from $811,600 to $2,399,000.The courtyard units are floors 5 through 21 w... 08/16/2007

ONE CITY PLAZA is located at 801 S. Olive Ave, West Palm Beach, FL. 33401The building was built by Kolter Communities and was completed in late 2005.The building has 15 floors with 350 units. The ground floor has 27 one bedroom lofts that are designed to be live and work units. These units range in size from 762 to 1455 sq. ft. Floors 2 through 5 consist of two story loft units. Floors 6 through 16 have the following:  one bedroom units ranging in size from 780 to 1500 sq. ft., two bedroom units ranging in size from 1087 to 1860 sq. ft., three bedroom units that are all 2054 sq. ft. The developer has one unit left in this building for sale.The ground floor has ceilings of up to 20' in height. Floors 2 thru 5 has ceilings of up to 26' , ceilings on floors 6 thru 10 have up to 10' in heig... 08/16/2007

WEST PALM BEACH:West Palm Beach is the heart of the action in south florida and the perfect place to work and call home. Its got culture, its got style, its got Joie de vivre. Its at the epicenter of one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. One look at the culture in the area, and you know why the city attracts such a vibrant crowd-the Kravis Center for the Performing arts, the Palm Beach Opera, the Norton Museum of Art and much more. Its here in West Palm Beach that you will find the renowned City Place, a charming pedestrian promenade that is host to some of the best shopping and dining in South Florida, a place full of happenings every day of the week, and to peak your interest, I specialize in West Palm Beach Condos for Sale or For rent.If you are interested call Val Oliva... 08/15/2007

WEST PALM BEACH (BREAKERS WEST) NEW LISTINGS REPORT                                                    WEST PALM BEACH (BREAKERS WEST) NEW LISTINGS REPORT                                               BREAKERS WEST, WEST PALM BEACH NEW LISTINGS                                                      http://www.AAAFloridaHomes.com/   ADDRESS               BDROOMS     BATH(FULL)   BATH(HALF)   WATER FRONT     SQ. FT       PRICE9301 HEATHRIDGE DR.    3                2                   0                     N                 1503       $298,9009445 E. FAIRWAY TER.    3                2                   0                     N                 1992       $399,0001840 BREAKERS WEST BLVD. 3         3                   1                     Y                 4722        $1,599,000               ... 08/14/2007

First let me say that the information I am giving you today is in the following geographic area, 36th St south to Belvedere Rd and east of Australian Ave. I did not include in this information any units priced over $1,000,000.00. If you have a condo on the market in downtown West Palm Beach, FL. plan on it being on the market an average of 7.5 months. That is the absorption rate for July, 2007. There are currently 574 units on the market (resales). 194 -1 bedroom units at an average price of $286,994.00 or $342.98 a sq. ft., 328- 2 bedroom units at an average price of $453,457.00 or $366.51 a sq. ft., 52- 3 bedroom units at an average price of $650,672.00 or $389.15 a sq. ft.There have been a total of 103 units sold since 01/01/07. 33-1 bedroom units at an average price of $221,863.00 o... 08/14/2007

Three bedroom, three bath, with office/den, courtyard home in gated community of Osprey Isles is ready to move in now.  This home has preserve and lake on two sides.  No one will ever build close to your view.  You will love the privacy in the courtyard pool area.  This home is priced at $500,000.  A must see to appreciate all the features. 07/27/2007

FIXED RATE PICK-A-PAYMENTSM MORTGAGE Nations Funding Source has affiliate with 200 Bank, to provide you with a unique mortgage solution that lets you enjoy the stability of a fixed interest rate but also offers you the flexibility of choosing among different payment options each month to fit your needs. Control your budget and your rate. The Fixed Rate Pick-a-PaymentSM Mortgage gives you up to four different payment options each month1—Minimum Payment, Interest Only, Full Principal and Interest, or 15-Year Payment Option.2 With the Fixed Rate Pick-a-PaymentSM, you could: Make a lower monthly payment in the initial years and temporarily increase your cash flow so you can free up cash for: Retirement investmentPaying down high-interest debtFunding college tuitionMake higher payments and ... 07/18/2007

Call me old fashion, but I still get the Palm Beach post delivered every day.  I enjoy reading it with my morning coffee.  Lately I have noticed a lot more mortgage companies advertising all over the paper from Sports to Local and of course the Business Section.  From running a Mortgage Company, I know this is a very expensive form of advertising.  Not that the Palm Beach Post is over priced but larger newspapers in general, print advertising is expensive.  Which brings me to the reason for this post.  Many of these advertisements claim "No Closing Costs", "Free Appraisal"  I have to tell you the last time I checked, people who work expect to get paid.  I believe donating your time to a charity is a marvelous thing however, originating loans is not a charity. Now I am not saying I have ... 07/03/2007

           So you and your domestic partner want to get in on the American dream of home ownership?                                                      First off, now is the perfect time in South Florida to purchase your dream home, it truly is a buyers market.  Since you are a first time home buyer you have many questions about the financing of your new home. Below is a check list of documents you should have and some questions you should ask of your Mortgage Professional.First the questions you should ask of your Mortgage Professional:Have they done Domestic Financing before? (this is a very important question)How long have they been originating loans?Does the person have a license? What programs do they offer or suggest for you?Facts about Home Financing:Unless legally married you w... 06/25/2007

I am very highly referred throughout palm beach county as well as throughout florida, dealing with me from start to finish shows how the job is supposed to get done, i pride myself in doing a great job it's not just get a loan and close it, I have a great reltionship with all of my clients. If your loking for a full time mortgage broker, than call me and I will be glad to help you, if you wish!!!Good Day to everyone,Tom Weiss 06/05/2007

Prado Condominium-LUXURY style building that gives you the RESORT style feeling.  Take advantage of the Full Service Concierge/Valet parking, and walk to Cityplace, which is one block East, for a nice dinner and cocktails.  Then jump on the trolley for an exciting nightlife on Clematis Street or take a Bike Taxi to Palm Beach for a great time dancing8-story building304 units1-Bedroom 700-1000 sq. ft.2-Bedroom 1100-1300 sq. ft.3-Bedroom 1500-1600 sq. ft.Built in 2006PRADO CONDO FEATURESCeiling heights from 8'6" to 14'Large master suite with walk-in closetBerber carpet in living area and bedroomsCeramic tile in kitchen and bathroomsDesigner track lighting in dining room and kitchenBalconies with sliding glass doorsGOURMET KITCHENGranite countertop with breakfast barItalian cabinetryStainl... 05/31/2007

Ok so I am a proud Dad.  Yesterday (5/21/2007) My son Graduated from Pre-School in West Palm Beach.  It was a great ceremony with the children wearing cap and gown.  The school did a great video at the end that showed all the children throughout the year.  With the parents supplying pictures of the children when they where babies and what they look like now.   His school really out did them selves with this event.  I have mixed emotions it was nice to see him graduate but I also realize he is now moving on to real school.  He is know longer a little boy.                                                               05/22/2007