Community Review: Andros Isle LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge Andros Isle Price: Upon Request 2400 Victoria Pt West Palm Beach FL, 33411-5546 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Single Family 55+: No View:  River, Garden Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:  Yes Dockage Available:  No Gated: Yes Waterfront Type:  Lake Amenities: Tennis Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Billiards Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater Andros Isle is the ideal community for those in search of the ultimate lifestyle. Magnificent recreational and fitness amenities, combined with social activities created by the full time clubhouse staff and on-site tennis pro, provide each resident with a multitude of choices on how to spend their leisure time. Over 350 acres of lush we... 12/20/2008

Snow in sunny South Florida? Yep! You read that right! From now until December 31st you can come and have some fun with the nightly snow flurries at Cityplace in downtown West Palm Beach Florida. Each night the flurries being on the hour and last for about 10 minutes each time. Along with the snow falling nightly the fountains dance to Christmas music in the Christmas colors of red and green lighting. The Christmas tree in the center stage of CityPlace is stunning. There is also great entertainment from blues and jass to rock and roll on the music stage right in front of Brookstone. Bring your friends and family downtown to Cityplace for a lot of Christmas spirit and holiday cheer. The shops are all having some great sales. You would never know there is a recession down here. It was rea... 12/19/2008

Sunday morning, earlier than normal get up time, about 5000 people started the Marathon of the Palm Beaches.  The least we could do is be there to hand them their water, Gatoraid and Gu, and make their time a little more interesting and fun. And we did.  Nina and Bill Washawanny had this project to be of service in both Las Vegas and West Palm Beach and bring awareness to raising money for the cure for cancer.  We had a wacky tourist, a cowgirl, several Las Vegas dealers, sexy waitress and showgirl.  It was an entertaining time to watch these very serious runners at mile 13 and again at mile 19 as they accept refreshments from the sexy waitress or the showgirl.  You might say a few got out of their pace a bit.  The wacky tourist was such a hoot too.  All the runners were encouraged from... 12/09/2008

Funny how life works. One day your blogging and the next you're taking listings. It's wonderful to have the confidence and trust of my clients. I know they feel they have picked the right agent. (I did a good job convincing them of that!) On to selling or rather marketing these two Lake Clarke Shores listings . One of the properties has received over 50,000 hits on Realtor.com. Really, you'd think it would be sold, right? NOT! Here in West Palm Beach we've taken a big hit with property prices. I'm putting together a market report so stay tuned. Builders here have dropped prices a lot too. A recent auction on condos in downtown West Palm Beach at The Edge has helped to set prices in this market. The Lake Worth real estate area is really ripe for buyers! Charming Lake Worth is still a bar... 12/03/2008

12/02/2008

Auctions are gaining more and more attention as listings languish and buyers are scarce. It seems that opinions regarding auctions vary widely, almost as widely as the way in which they are conducted.  Just as with traditional sales, auctions can be very effective or provide poor results. Before agreeing to auction a property there are a few essential points that need to be understood and agreed upon so that an auction property has a real chance of selling.  Ignoring the essentials greatly reduces the chance of a sale and further separates the potential that Realtors and Auctioneers have to provide clients with a successful outcome.  Understanding the essentials enables all parties to work together to achieve win-win results. •        Highly motivated seller •       Choosing absolute v... 11/25/2008

Community Review: RiverWalk LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge Towncenter Single Family Homes Price: Upon Request 7477 Riverwalk CircleWest Palm Beach FL, 33411 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at RiverwalkLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Single Family 55+: No View:    Pets Allowed:   Yes Waterfront:  Yes Dockage Available:    Gated:   Waterfront Type:  Lake Amenities: Community Pool, Tennis Court, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Jogging, Restaurant Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater RiverWalk is a waterfront subdivision built by Divosta in West Palm Beach located off Okeechobee and Jog Road. Choose from townhomes or 3 and 4 bedroom single-family homes, all with garages and with a host of features including volume ceilings, built in security systems, central ... 11/24/2008

Just a reminder the FHA guidelines are increasing to 3.5 % down, instead of the customary 3%. For those of you looking to purchase Foreclosures, there are some great deals out there.  Don't wait too much longer. Betty Pasquale.(561) 373-1192pasqualeb@aol.combettymyrealtor.com 11/17/2008

Welcome to the Slade Condominium right across from the Florida Intracoastal Waterways, near the yacht marina and next to all the night life, where nights come alive in downtown West Palm Beach Florida.   Feel in the thick of it all as you rock in the clubs on Clematis or dinner at some of the fine dining or just grabbing a bite to eat at a quick stop like Field of Greens. During the day you can enjoy live outdoor concerts with views of our spectacular intracoastal waterways. Cityplace is where the action is from the Muvico Movie theatre to Comedy Improv, shopping, music and all kinds of different restaurants that you get to choose from. Here is the view from the roof top pool overlooking the famous Florida Intracoastal. Now,imagine pulling up to your private condo just steps from some o... 11/16/2008

West Palm Beach, FL Marinas Palm Beach Yacht Club Marina800 N Flagler Dr.561-655-1944GPS Coordinates Lat - N26° 43.222 Lon - W80° 02.851 Located in the Heart of Palm Beach County this private club offers accommodations for Yachts up to 150 feet with complete and outstanding services for their guests. Palm Harbor Marina 400-A North Flagler DrivePhone: 561-655-4757GPS Coordinates Lat - N26° 42.987 Lon - W80°02.884 Gas, diesel, pump-out, electric, water, cable TV, Google Satellite ViewPhone, WiFi downtown, locker rentals, live-aboard, restroom, shower, laundry, limited tackle, limited marine supplies, beer, beverages, snacks, ice, security, Water Taxi pickup and plenty of public transportation. Rybovich4200 N. Flagler DrivePhone: 561-840-8164GPS Coordinates Lat - N26° 44.875 Lon - W80° 02.... 11/10/2008

West Palm Beach, FL Golf Courses Bear Lakes Country Club1901 Village Blvd. Phone: 561-478-0002Bear Lakes Country Club, a private club was established in 1984 and features two championship courses designed by Jack Nicklaus. The Lakes Course, which opened originally in 1984, was renovated by Nicklaus in 2003. The redesigned Lakes Course, featuring the latest in turf technology combined with exciting architectural changes and the addition of 800 trees, offers a new challenge and visibly pleasing round of golf, with many shots contained over vast expanses of water. The Links Course is designed as a tribute to Scottish golfing tradition, with its grass bunkers, pot bunkers and narrow fairways complemented by native plantings. From the elevated green on the twelfth hole, to the two-tiered fai... 11/10/2008

Last Thursday evening I had the pleasure to attend a cocktail reception with the Young Friend's of The Ballet of Florida. It was alovely night and the affair was held out side in the  tropical garden and veranda at the Hibiscus House. I had never been to the Bed and Breakfast before and it was like being in Key West of Caroline street at a bed and breakfast. The two houses were built in 1917 and moved South Rosemary Ave in 1996. The Van Valkenburg Home is one of the best last remaining example in West Palm Beach of frame vernacular architecture. The location is just one block from City Place and short trolley ride to Clematis Street and every thing West Palm Beach as to offer. So if you are craving for a little bit of laid back Key West with out the drive stop in for a cocktail and look... 11/03/2008

Community Review: 610 Clematis LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge 610 Clematis St. Price: Upon Request 610 Clematis St West Palm Beach FL, 33401-5306 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachViel all Listings at 610 ClematisLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Condominium 55+: No View:  City Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:  No Dockage Available:  No Gated: No Waterfront Type:  Intracoastal Amenities: Community Pool, Fitness Center, Restaurant Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater, Walk to Beach 610 Clematis is in the heart of downtown. Offering 259 style-savy city residencesin the center of the Palm Beaches hottest shopping and entertainment district. 610 Clematis offers a fresh new approach to upscale urban living. From your spacious one or two bedroom flat, or your generous two story l... 11/02/2008

Community Review: Belvedere Isles LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge From $140,000+ Community Pool Aristo Floorplan Site Plan Price: Upon Request 1049 Golden Lake Blvd.West Palm Beach FL, 33411 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at Belvedere IslesLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Condominium 55+: No View:  Lake, Garden Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:    Dockage Available:    Gated: Yes Waterfront Type:    Amenities: Community Pool, Cabana Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies Belvedere Isles is a gated condo community located in West Palm Beach and convenient to restaurants and shopping. Many Condos in Belvedere Isles offer residents lake views. The average size of a condo in Belvedere Isles ranges from 1,000 to 1,200 square feet; many are cinder block construction with ... 10/28/2008

Community Review: The Edge LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge The Edge Price: Upon Request 250 S Australian Ave West Palm Beach FL, 33401-5018 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at The Edge Link to GoogleTM Map Type:  Condominium 55+: No View:  Lake Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:  Yes Dockage Available:  Yes Gated: No Waterfront Type:  Lake Amenities: Community Pool, Tennis Court, Cabana, Clubhouse, Jogging, Lounge, Movie Screening Room Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater Wood Partners, developer of the Deco Moderne soft-loft condominium community The Edge, in downtown West Palm Beach. The East Tower consist of 267 residences in the second phase of our chic development. The West Tower offers the most popular models for sale. These include choice two-sto... 10/26/2008

10/21/2008

West Palm Beach, FL Virtual TourWest Palm Beach Single Family HomesWest Palm Beach Condos and TownhomesWest Palm Beach Multi FamilyWest Palm Beach Lot and LandWest Palm Beach Golf CoursesWest Palm Beach MarinasWest Palm Beach Dining Guide West Palm Beach is located along Florida's "Gold Coast", just 67 miles north of Miami. With nearly 80,000 residents, it's the largest of Palm Beach County's 38 cities, towns and villages, the third most populous county in Florida, and one of the fastest growing regions in the nation. Established in 1894 by the railroad tycoon Henry Flagler, this ever-changing community has experienced a boom like no other city in the U.S. In the early 1990's, West Palm Beach began its rise out of being a near ghost town to a bustling model of new urbanism lifestyle. A... 10/21/2008

Community Review: One Watermark Place LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge One Watermark Place Price: Upon Request West Palm Beach FL, 33401 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at One Watermark PlaceLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Condominium 55+: No View:  Ocean, Intracoastal, City Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:  Yes Dockage Available:  No Gated: No Waterfront Type:  Ocean, Intracoastal Amenities: Community Pool, Cabana, Clubhouse, Fitness Center, Billiards Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater One Watermark Place, a 15 story luxury tower by WCI Communities, feature residences ranging that overlook Palm Beach, the Intracoastal Waterway and the Atlantic Ocean. Four floor plans range from 4035 to 5650 square feet of air-conditioned living space. Four penthouses a... 10/20/2008

Community Review: Breakers West LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge Breakers West Breakers West Grounds Breakers West View Price: Upon Request 1712 Breakers West BlvdWest Palm Beach FL, 33411-1867 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at Breakers WestLink to GoogleTM Map Type:  Single Family 55+: No View:  Lake, Garden Pets Allowed:     Waterfront:  Yes Dockage Available:  No Gated: Yes Waterfront Type:  Lake Amenities: Community Pool, Golf Course, Tennis Court, Fitness Center, Jogging Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater A Golf and Country Club Community in the Tradition of The Breakers.A vacation at The Breakers, in Palm Beach, Florida, never has to end if you reside at Breakers West. Towering pines, winding streets, meandering lakes in a 670-acre wildlif... 10/20/2008

Community Review: Esplande Grande LISTING PHOTOSClick photo to enlarge Exterior View Pool Wide Patios Ocean and Intercoastal views Price: Available Upon Request 205 Datura St West Palm Beach FL, 33401-5603 View Virtual Tour of West Palm BeachView all Listing at Esplande Grande Link to GoogleTM Map Type:  Condominium 55+: No View:  Ocean, Intracoastal, City, Garden Pets Allowed:   Yes Waterfront:  No Dockage Available:  No Gated: No Waterfront Type:    Amenities: Community Pool, Clubhouse, Fitness Center Area Activities: Dining, Shopping, Movies, Theater, Walk to Beach If you're among the discriminating few for whom only the newest and finest residential buildings in West Palm Beach will do, you owe it to yourself to visit Esplande Grande, where you'll find all the advantages of a luxury... 10/19/2008