I know that many of the top producers have been in the business for a very long time.  Many of them continue to think that just because the way they do business yesterday made them a success it will still be effective in tomorrow's market.

It won't.  The future of real estate is mobile.  In 5 years time just about every agent doing any business will have a tablet.  The days of bringing the big listing presentation packets are gone.  Why not share them the real time data they want.  If you want to do business in tomorrow's market then you must embrace mobile technology.

Many of you are going to read this post and say yeah I know and may think about mobile technology for about 2 minutes before getting distracted and forgetting about it all together.  5 years from now you will get that tablet out of necessity not out of desire to be a success.  Real estate agents tend to wait until they "cannot live without it".  Why not be one of the first and not the last. 

Did you know that by the year 2013 there will be more mobile searches then computer searches?

Did you know that less than 10% of real estate agents have tablets?

Did you know that only 52% of real estate agents have a smart phone?

Could you imagine being that 48%/

Be an innovator.  Be Creative and Choose to be different.  Be mobile and it will payoff.

How many times have you fallen in love with a house?

It has everything. 

• The large bedrooms
• The amazing lot
• pool
• great curb appeal
• upgraded gourmet kitchen
• hardwood floors

Wow what a house.  Then what seems to be the problem.

Well, the neighborhood is hit or miss.  I have been here 3 years and I have not spoken to one neighbor.  No one even waves at me.  No social activities or get togethers.  It just seems barren.

Whatever your needs or wants are.  Please do not make the same mistake I made twice.  Do not buy the house.  Buy the community and then look for a house you like.  Never settle on the community.  The community can make or break your "Quality of life"

When looking for a community write down what you are looking for.

• Are schools important to you?
• Do you like tree-lined streets?
• Sidewalks?
• Are the number of basketball hoops on the driveways important to you?
• Do you like gated?
• Do you like being social?

I always tell my buyers to knock on the doors and meet your potential neighbors before buying a house.  Remember you are going to have to live with these neighbors so meet them beforehand.  A bad neighbor can really make your life more difficult than it has to be.

For me, it was important not to be in a gated neighborhood because I lived in 2 gated neighborhoods and neither one was a friendly neighborhood.  I have 2 young kids and I wanted a friendly neighborhood. One where everyone waves to you and kids are in the streets throwing the football around.  I was lucky and I did find what I was looking for.  I certainly had to settle on the house, but the community I was not settling for.

I also found that in gated neighborhoods people tend to live in their house and non-gated neighborhoods they live outside and on the sidewalks and in their yards.  That was important to me, but may not be to you.

Make sure you write down what would make up your utopian community.  Drive around.  Talk to friends.  Talk to real estate agents.  Talk to neighbors.  Find the community first and then find the house.

Never settle on the community as the community defines the lifestyle you are going to live. 

Welcome to New Floresta's Market Update

If you reached this through our new QR Code technology  then thank you and make sure you scan every Monday and I will have it updated. 

Currently on The Market 9 Homes as of 2/02/2011

 

Address	List Price	Sq. Footage	Bedrooms	Baths	Pool
2625 NW 29th Drive	$599,900	2987	5	4	Y
2570 NW 27th Street	$649,000	2641	4	3	Y
2875 NW 28th Street	$639,000	2790	4	3	Y
2899 NW 27th Avenue	$510,000	2716	4	2.5	Y
2600 NW 29th Avenue	$548,888	2993	5	3.5	Y
2880 NW 25th Way	$445,000	2834	4	3	Y
2674 NW 29th Drive	$799,000	4927	3	4	Y
2555 NW 29th Drive	$565,000	2792	4	4	Y

Homes Currently Under Contract

Address	List Price	Sq. Footage	Bedrooms	Baths	Pool
2712 NW 27th Terrace	$450,000	2579	4	2.5	Y

 

 

 

 

  

Most Recent Solds (6 Months Back)

Address	Sold Price	Sq. Footage	Bedrooms	Baths	Pool
2713 NW 27th Terrace	$475,000	3285	4	2.5	Y
2675 NW 29th Drive	$460,000	2979	3	3	Y
2550 NW 28th Street	$428,000	2951	5	4	Y
2696 NW 29th Avenue	$412,000	2333	4	2	Y
2748 NW 26th Street	$433,000	2878	3	2.5	Y
2695 NW 29th Drive	$361,000	3436	4	2.2	Y
2848 NW 28th Street	$370,000	2266	3	2	Y
2920 NW 27th Avenue	$485,000	2769	4	3	Y
2695 NW 29th Street	$544,000	3263	4	3.5	Y
2940 NW 28th Terrace	$590,000	3672	4	3.5	Y

 

If you need any more information on these particular properties or are interested in selling or buying please contact me at 561-756-3104 or by email at info@HighlandBeachViews.com

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As many of you know, tomorrow is the day where we decide who is going to be our voice going forward.  I wanted to bring attention to a very special individual that we have the unique opportunity to vote for.  Her name is Hava Holzhauer.  She is running for state representative in district 87.

I have known Hava for many years and although I am a registered Republican and she is a registered Democrat my endorsement of her is for the character of her.  She is an assistant state prosecutor and she fights for the people.  Yes that may be a cliché, but in her case, she really believes it.  She is a wonderful person and many of you at our office had the delight opportunity to meet her.  She describes herself as a fiscally responsible Democrat. 

If you are in her district which includes:  Lake Ida, Hidden Valley, New Floresta, Timbercreek, north east boca, east delray, parts of central delray and more. 

If Hava is on your ballot please consider Hava as your next State Representative. 

Hava For the House

Holzhauer is The Clear Choice for State Representative in District 87

Check this Video out

www.youtube.com/user/havaforthehouse

Stand With Hava on Election Day

She Will Stand for You in Tallahassee!!

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IN PURSUIT OF SAFERY EXPO

The Boca Raton Police Services Department will be hosting its annual Safety Safari on Saturday, October 23, 2010 from 11:00 AM till 3:00 PM.  This event will be held at the Town Center Mall located at 6000 West Glades Road in the NW corner between Sears and Washington Mutual.  There will also be bounce houses, carnival games, interactive science experiments, fingerprinting, face painting, arts and crafts, Raffle giveaways, food, drinks and vehicle rollover simulator.  There will be free bicycle helmet giveaways and a child safety seat check-up station.  Other guests include Officer Joey, McGruff the Crime Dog, and Victor the Viper, the crime fighting mascot.  Come join us for some fun and safety tidbits.

See you all at the Safari!

By Nicol Jenkins
Editor

The loss of four Lynn University students and two professors from the devastating Haiti earthquake struck a cord with Dashboard Confessional's lead singer, Chris Carrabba.

Carrabba, also a Boca Raton resident, decided to help the Lynn University community by rocking out the campus with a benefit concert. Many Lynn students and the community sang along to Carrabba's well known songs, including Stolen and Vindicated. The Lynn Philharmonia Orchestra also played with Carrabba.

Carrabba hosted the concert to benefit the Lynn University memorial scholarship fund in honor of the faculty members and students who passed away during the earthquake while providing service and care to the people of Haiti during the Journey of Hope course. Carrabba spotlighted the importance of active volunteerism and the positive energy it can bring to the world. The scholarship fund will go towards Haitian students and those students that complete humanitarian work.

"The whole community has been affected by this, and it's nice to come out and support this cause," said Carrabba, during his performance. "The survivors and those that were lost are examples to us all. They put others before themselves. They inspire me."

Carrabba, who began playing the guitar at 15 and continued throughout his years at Boca Raton High School and Florida Atlantic University, says the earthquake hit close to home. Many of his Haitian friends lost loved ones in the devastation.

"When I heard about the earthquake in Haiti, I thought about my town. There are tons of Haitians here in South Florida, and it hit our community hard," said Carrabba, "It struck close to home. Many of my friends are from Haiti and lost their family; one of my friends lost six relatives in one home."

Carrabba also wanted to honor those Lynn students and professors that passed away in Haiti while trying to help those in need.

"I wanted to honor the students and professors that passed away because they were doing humanitarian work," he said.

The surviving members of the Journey of Hope to Haiti and Lynn's President Kevin Ross have expressed gratitude for Carrabba's interest in the university, its ongoing commitment to Haiti and the local community.

"Lynn University is honored and thankful to have musicians as talented as Chris Carrabba join us in remembering and celebrating the lives of the courageous and compassionate members of the ‘Journey of Hope' trip that we lost during the Haiti earthquake," said Ross. "Because of the support this concert will bring to the Lynn University memorial scholarship fund, more students will be able to carry on the mission of Dr. Patrick Hartwick, Dr. Richard Bruno, Stephanie Crispinelli, Britney Gengel, Christine Gianacaci and Courtney Hayes, as they participate in educational and service opportunities focusing on those in need. The six strived to make a difference in the world, and we are committed to carrying on their legacies."

Attendees rocked out for a good cause.

"It's a pretty awesome thing that the band is doing. He's my idol," said Coral Springs residents and fans Alex Brown and Oren Gross.

Lynn University students Charlie Phillips and Wendy Crowell enjoyed the show and remembered their fellow students and professors.

"It's a really great cause, and it's really nice for Dashboard Confessional to come out and do this concert," said Crowell.

The students also bought Journey of Hope t-shirts and Remember Haiti bracelets for the fundraiser.

"It's good to remember the students and move on and continue their legacy," said Phillips.

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DATE:  07/13/2009

DAVID SERLE EARNS PRESTIGIOUS DESIGNATION TO HELP HOMEOWNERS IN DANGER OF FORECLOSURE

David Serle of RE/MAX Services in Boca Raton has earned the prestigious Certified Distressed Property Expert (CDPE) designation, having completed extensive training in foreclosure avoidance and short sales. This is invaluable expertise to offer at a time when the area is ravaged by "distressed" homes in the foreclosure process.

Short sales allow the cash-strapped seller to repay the mortgage at the price that the home sells for, even though it is lower than what is owed on the property. With plummeting property values, this can save many people from foreclosure and even bankruptcy. More and more lenders are willing to consider short sales because they are much less costly than foreclosures.

In the Boca Raton area, more than 670 homes are in danger of foreclosing. It is happening in all price ranges. Local experts say that even high-priced homes are not immune.

"This CDPE designation has been invaluable as I work with sellers and lenders on complicated short sales," said David Serle "It is so rewarding to be able to help sellers save their homes from foreclosure."

Alex Charfen, founder of the Distressed Property Institute in Boca Raton, Fla., said that Realtors® such as David Serle with the CDPE designation have valuable training in short sales that can offer the homeowner much better alternatives to foreclosure, which virtually destroys the credit rating. These experts also may better understand market conditions and can help sellers through the emotional experience, he said.

The Distressed Property Institute opened in January 2008 and provides training on-site and online. The CDPE is the premier designation for Realtors helping homeowners in distress and handling short sales.

"Our goal is to educate as many people as possible so we can help as many homeowners as possible," Charfen said.

For more information about CDPE designation or to find a certified distressed Realtor in your area, please call 1-800-482-0335.

So I was reading a post by David Daniels the other day as to how you can enhance your twitter page.  I called him up, and I really think he did a great job.  Take a look.

www.twitter.com/bocaratonremax

Thank you David I appreciate it now he is doing my email stationery as well.  It is so important to brand everything you do on the web, and so I am revamping everything I do on the web to have that same consistent theme.  Check out my website as an example.

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Boca Raton Communities

Azura
Azura is the newest single family community to come to Boca Raton built by Gordon Homes. This luxury community offers 92 estate homes which are priced from over 1.3 million.

Boca Isles
With their dramatic gated entrances and tons of amenities, Boca Isles is one of the most desirable communities in Boca Raton. Boca Isles North & South have clubhouses, exercise facilities, resort-style pools & spas, community rooms and much more.

New Floresta 

A community in every sense of the word.  Known for its Spanish and Mediterranean homes, New Floresta is in a prime location nestled in between the Town Center Mall, and some of the most amazing parks.

The Oaks at Boca Raton
The Oaks at Boca Raton is a prestigious community spanning 282 acres of magnificent landscaping in that Old Florida Charm. With approximately 469 homes to be built, they are priced from $900,000 to over 5 million.

One Thousand Ocean
One Thousand Ocean at the Boca Raton Resort & Club is located on a private peninsula and offers condos from 2900-8000 square feet that are priced from $2.7 million.

Saturnia
Built by GL Homes, this single family home community is located in West Boca Raton and has resort-style amenities and a dramatic gated entrance. Prices are from $700,000 to ver a million.

The Seasons Swim & Racquet Ball Club in Boca Raton
With 255 home sites surrounded in neatly manicured lawns in the heart of Boca Raton, the Seasons Swim & Racquet Ball Club in Boca Raton is a wonderful community is priced from the $700,000's to well over a million.

The Shores at Boca Raton
Built in 1993, The Shores at Boca Raton is one of the most prestigious communities in West Boca. This 330 single family home community has all the amenities of a resort and range in price from $400,000-$800,000.

Toscana Towers
Toscana is located in the exclusive city of Highland Beach and consists of 3 towers with 455 units in total. Most of the condos have intracoastal and ocean views, and the the building is one of the only buildings to have a beach club on the ocean side. Prices range from $500,000 to over 3 million.