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Galt Ocean Mile Update As the year comes to a close, this post is a review of one of our market areas. Commencing the new year, 2016 I will actively look closely at the activity along Galt Ocean Mile and in particular the following three condominiums: The Commodore, 3430 Galt Ocean Drive Riviera, 3550 Galt Ocean Drive Play del Mar, 3900 Galt Ocean Drive

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Living On The East Side of Fort Lauderdale | 5251 NE 19th Avenue, Fort Lauderdale Kathleen and I just took a new listing on the east side of Fort Lauderdale. The address is 5251 NE 19th Avenue in Fort Lauderdale, 33308. This home is listed for sale at  $324,950. You all know my theme when it comes to east side living in Fort Lauderdale... LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. When it comes to this home's spot on the planet, this property ticks all the boxes. Within moments of the intracoastal and Atlantic Ocean It's a quick jaunt to downtown Fort Lauderdale A Hop, skip and a jump to major roads and thoroughfares including Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport

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Events in Fort Lauderdale | Top 3 Restaurants This weekend I am taking you on my journey down the culinary lane and let’s start the weekend early! Here are the Top 3 Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, one restaurant to dine at each day of an extended weekend. On the menu, this third weekend in November 2015 are the Top 3 Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale. Sharing a meal with a partner or friends and family can be an entertaining event. So without further ado, let’s head on out to the Top 3  Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Follow The Money | Broward County Real Estate This month in my series “ Follow The Money” I present to you the potential “game changers” in real estate. There is a massive influx of investment taking place in South Florida.This potential to renovate and rejuvenate has not been seen in decades.  Evidence of this type of transformation can be found in the Miami/Dade areas of Wynwood, MIMO, Edgewater and Overtown to name a few. Investors see the potential for growth in these areas. You should also take note.

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Events in Fort Lauderdale | Halloween Fort Lauderdale Style Halloween is just days away and yes folks it is hard to believe it is nearly November. Today let’s take a glimpse into this festive time of the year and later look at several Fort Lauderdale events. Halloween is celebrated worldwide on October 31. The name itself is a contraction of “All Hallows’ Evening” and is also known as All Saints Day. This day brings about a three-day observance of “Allhallowtide”, a time of the year when the dead, including martyrs, saints and another faithful follows are remembered.The roots of pagan Halloween are traced back to the Celtic Speaking countries, including Ireland, the Isle of Man, Wales, and Scotland, Cornwall in England and Brittany in France. Who would have thought that!

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Fannie Mae to Bring Simplicity to Lenders and Borrowers By Callie Dosberg Fannie Mae recently announced a series of innovations intended to bring more certainty and simplicity to lenders, employ stronger data capabilities, and help borrowers have access to sustainable mortgage credit. In addition, Fannie Mae previously announced plans to reduce lenders’ costs and enhance the company’s technology platform, including new capabilities for the EarlyCheck™ loan quality system and a new loan delivery tool. According to Timothy J. Mayopoulos, president and chief executive officer of Fannie Mae, “Our aim is to help lenders serve their customers efficiently so that more qualified borrowers have access to mortgage credit. We are enhancing our offerings, improving our tools and innovating through the technology we provide to our customers.

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Events in Fort Lauderdale | A Prelude to Halloween The “cooler” weather has finally arrived in South Florida. I write this with a sense of trepidation (and fingers crossed), for this is my favorite time of the year. I akin this time of year to the moment when the hibernating bear realizes it is time to wake up from a long winter's sleep. With that all said, what a great time to head outside to events in Fort Lauderdale As it is October, and nationwide it is Breast Cancer Awareness Month the 9th annual Glam Doll Strut takes place this weekend in  Esplanade Park. Shades of pink will be adorned by all participants who join in this shout out to cure this destructive disease. This worthy cause commences at 11 am and comes its conclusion at 3 pm. The entry fee is $45 and of course, the fee is tax deductible. Heading slightly south to Hollywood…

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Galt Ocean Mile Fort Lauderdale   For those unfamiliar with Fort Lauderdale, the Galt Ocean Mile runs parallel with the Atlantic Ocean. There are many elegant condominiums dotted along this beach area. One of the many splendid features of this neighborhood is its proximity to downtown Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood International Airport and major highways that run the length of the state. Presently we have two condominiums for sale at this location. The addresses are as follows: 4250 Galt Ocean Drive Unit- 7G 3430 Galt Ocean Drive Unit-1110 Let me show you around this two homes, first on the list 4250 Galt Ocean Drive- Unit 7G

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 6 Fun Facts About Columbus Day  Yes, we are coming upon a holiday weekend. The Columbus Day Holiday in Fort Lauderdale is a retail merchants extravaganza. It is a federal holiday in the United States when typically banks and posts offices are closed. My bank is open, but I will not go there. But contrary to popular believe this Columbus Day Holiday in Fort Lauderdale has a historical meaning. Here is the intel on this event:

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Event In Fort Lauderdale  | Three Must Attend Venues Can you feel the autumn breeze in the air? No, me neither but a girl can always dream! It seems at this time of the year; there is a slight nibble of holiday anticipation in the air. The following events in Fort Lauderdale set me in the mood for the journey into the holiday spirit. First on the agenda, The Fort Lauderdale Arts and Crafts Show…. think holiday presents. My sources tell me there are 65 artisans signed up to market their wares this weekend. This event in Fort Lauderdale takes place on both Saturday and Sunday from the hours of 10 am to 4 pm. Here is where this event will take place: National Guard Armory