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closed sales New Monday, New Market Update: The Season Is Warming Up! If last week’s real estate activity is any sign, the busy season is officially knocking on the door here in the Florida Keys. Nearly 100 new listings came on the market in just one week. That’s a noticeable jump and a clear signal that sellers are ready to make their move. At the same time, […]
closed sales Monday Market Update: A Fresh Start for 2026 Happy New Year! The calendar has flipped, the confetti has settled, and the Florida Keys real estate market is officially stepping into 2026 with fresh energy. Over the past week, 48 new listings came on the market, giving buyers a nice selection to kick off the year. At the same time, 21 properties closed, welcoming […]
closed sales Monday Market Update: Wrapping Up 2025! It’s time for the Monday Market Update, and this one feels a little extra special.This is the last Monday market update of 2025! Last week, 51 new listings came on the market, while 17 properties found new owners just in time for the holidays. That’s a healthy mix of fresh inventory and steady sales—especially for […]
As-Is When a Seller Won’t Provide a Property Disclosure: What Buyers Can Do Seller real property disclosures are a serious subject. In Florida, there is a form sellers can fill out, but it is not mandatory. A seller can choose not to use it. This sometimes surprises buyers. But it does not always signal a hidden problem. Buying a home is exciting. It can also feel overwhelming when […]
buying advice Escrow or No Escrow? How Florida Keys Homeowners Handle Taxes & Insurance Living in the Florida Keys comes with sunshine, salt air… and a few grown-up decisions.One of the biggest is how to pay your property taxes and insurance. When buying a home, most buyers face a choice:Do you roll taxes and insurance into your mortgage, or handle them separately? There’s no right or wrong answer. There’s […]
Florida Keys Living in Paradise Takes a Little Prep: 5 Smart Ways to Fortify a Florida Keys Home Living in the Florida Keys is a dream.Warm breezes. Blue water. Island time. But paradise comes with a few quirks. Sun, salt air, summer storms, and the occasional hurricane are all part of life here. The good news? You don’t need to live in fear—or build a fortress—to live comfortably in the Keys. A few […]
Florida Keys Monday Morning Market Update The tides were a little calmer in the Florida Keys real estate market this past week. Both new listings and sales dipped slightly, and that’s not unexpected this time of year. With the holidays approaching, many buyers and sellers are traveling, hosting family, or simply shifting focus to year-end plans. This seasonal pause happens almost […]
Beacon Reef First Class Fridays: Spotlight on Beacon Reef, Islamorada Beacon Reef has long been one of my favorite condos in the Upper Keys. Every time I walk through this community, I’m reminded why people fall in love with it. The floorplans feel open and welcoming — not boxy like so many condos can be. Most units offer beautiful water views, and every owner enjoys […]
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Florida Keys Why Having a Generator in the Florida Keys Still Makes Good Sense (Even in 2025!) If you moved to the Florida Keys in the before times—say, the late 1980s—you remember what the power situation was like. When I first arrived in 1987, the Keys were infamous for regular outages. We didn’t panic, we didn’t complain… we just lit a candle, opened a window, and reminded ourselves that “life in paradise” […]
Community Spotlight The Sanctuary in Key Largo: A Hidden Treasure Tucked Into the Trees There’s a little place in the Upper Keys that I’ve loved for years. You won’t spot it from US1. In fact, if you didn’t know it was there, you’d drive right past without a hint of what lies beyond the gate. That place is The Sanctuary in Key Largo—one of the quietest, most peaceful communities […]
Florida Keys Real Estate Self-Insuring Your Florida Keys Home: Smart Move or Stress-Inducing Science Experiment? Insurance is one of the biggest expenses of owning a home in the Florida Keys. Because of that, more cash buyers are asking the million-dollar question: “If I don’t have a mortgage, can I just skip homeowners insurance and save a ton of money?” Technically, yes.Should you?Well… let’s talk before you try to “DIY” something […]
Florida Keys Real Estate Monday Market Update – Here comes Season! The tides weren’t the only thing shifting — the market made a real move this week.Activity picked up, and new listings rolled in fast as we head into our busy season. 📈 New Listings Making Waves We saw 85 new homes hit the market this week — a big jump that gives buyers more to […]
Florida Keys Architecture First Class Fridays: The Ultimate “Holiday Shopping List” for the Person Who Has Everything Happy Friday and welcome to First Class Fridays!Since it’s the season of giving, I thought we’d take a fun look at the Top Ten Highest-Priced Listings currently on the market — the real estate equivalent of flipping through a luxury holiday catalog. If you’ve ever wondered what to buy for the person who already owns […]
Florida Keys Hemingway’s Six-Toed Cats: The Quirky Heart of a Key West Sanctuary In the middle of Key West’s lively bars and music, there’s a place that feels calm, cool, and almost timeless. It’s the Ernest Hemingway Home & Museum, a quiet island of shade and stories. Many visitors come for Hemingway’s writing history. Most stay, though, for the cats — especially the ones with six toes. A […]
Community Spotlight Seven Palms Cove: Luxury Living Returns to Summerland Key (And So Do a Few Memories!) Every once in a while, a new development pops up in the Florida Keys that makes you stop, stare, and say, “Well… that’s going to be something special.”Seven Palms Cove on Summerland Key is exactly that. Maybe I’m a little sentimental, but this one hits close to home—literally. Years ago, I lived on Summerland Key, […]
below flood The Truth About Downstairs Living in the Florida Keys (And Why It’s Not Always What You Think!) If you’ve spent any time house-hunting in the Florida Keys, you’ve probably noticed something right away: we love our downstairs spaces.Porches, storage rooms, workshops, little bonus areas — you name it, we’ve built it. And because our islands are full of homes on stilts, the downstairs level often looks like the perfect spot for a […]
Affordable Keys Home The Surprising Truth About Mobile Homes in the Florida Keys An Overlooked Gem in Paradise Living When people think of the Florida Keys, they picture pastel cottages, waterfront estates, and those dreamy stilted homes that grace every postcard. But there’s another property type tucked between the palms—and it deserves way more love than it gets: mobile homes. Yep, mobile homes. And no, they’re not what […]
Florida Keys The Haunted History of Indian Key: Ghosts, Grit, and Florida Keys Lore Just off the coast of Islamorada lies Indian Key, a tiny island with a huge story to tell. Today, it’s quiet — home to seabirds, mangroves, and whispers of the past. But nearly 200 years ago, this now-deserted key was buzzing with life, trade, and a little bit of danger. A Bustling Island in the […]
Florida Keys Real Estate Monday Morning Market Update – Florida Keys Edition! Good morning, everyone! Let’s dive into what’s new in the Florida Keys real estate market. This week brought 71 new listings, with homes ranging from the mid-$300s all the way to nearly $12 million. The Keys may have a big reputation as a rich man’s paradise, but there are still properties across a wide range […]
Florida Keys First Class Fridays: A Spotlight on 415 Palm Drive, Lower Matecumbe Happy Friday and welcome to First Class Fridays! Today, we’re heading to one of my favorite spots in the Florida Keys—415 Palm Drive in Lower Matecumbe. If you’ve ever dreamed of living the true Keys lifestyle, this home checks every box. From the moment you see it, this house feels like island living at its […]
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