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buying advice The 3 Biggest No-No’s Buyers Make After Going Under Contract You’ve found the right home, the seller has said yes, and you’re officially under contract—congratulations! This is one of the most exciting moments in the buying process. It’s also the time when a few simple missteps can cause delays or even put the deal at risk. The good news? These pitfalls are easy to avoid […]
Florida Keys The Only Key Lime Pie Recipe You’ll Ever Need (Trust Me, I’ve Been Holding Onto It for 30+ Years) If you’ve lived in the Florida Keys long enough, you know everyone here claims their Key Lime Pie is the “real” one. Some say it must be yellow, never green. Some swear by the no-bake method. Some insist it requires a meringue topping, while others will only accept whipped cream (and a few renegades top […]
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 […]
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” […]
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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 […]
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 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 […]
Executive Bay Club Discover Executive Bay Club: Spacious Townhomes in the Heart of Islamorada If you’re looking for a comfortable and convenient home in Islamorada, Executive Bay Club is a great place to explore. This waterfront community offers two-story townhomes with a layout that feels open, bright, and welcoming. One of the best features of these homes is the master bedroom. It is known for being very large, giving […]
closed sales Monday Market Update: What Buyers Asked Me This Week Every week, I hear the same big question from buyers: “Are there enough homes to choose from right now?” Last week, the answer was a strong yes. The Florida Keys saw 47 new properties hit the market. That means fresh options for almost every price point and every style—waterfront, condos, single-family homes, and a few […]
buying advice The Only Frost-Free Place in the Continental U.S.: Life in the Florida Keys If you’ve ever wondered whether paradise exists inside the continental United States, look no further than the Florida Keys — the only frost-free region in the Lower 48. Not “mostly frost-free.” Not “once in a while it dips to sweater weather.” Truly frost-free. Our tropical-jungle-meets-island-lifestyle climate is something the rest of the country both admires […]
Florida Keys The Turtle Hospital: Healing Flippers and Saving Lives in the Florida Keys Drive through Marathon and you might spot a white van with bright orange stripes parked near the Old Seven Mile Bridge. That’s no ordinary vehicle — it’s the Turtle Ambulance, part of one of the most heartwarming places in the Keys: The Turtle Hospital. A Place for Second Chances The Turtle Hospital opened in 1986 […]
First Class Fridays First Class Friday: Canalfront Living in Crosskey Waterways, Key Largo Welcome to 614 Santa Anita Lane in Crosskey Waterways, a stunning canalfront home at Mile Marker 103 in Key Largo. This location offers the best of both worlds — an easy mainland commute from Miami-Dade and close proximity to all the shopping, dining, and entertainment that makes Key Largo so special. Step inside to discover […]
closed sales Monday Morning Market Update Good morning, everyone! First, I want to take a moment to thank my readers for their patience during my short break last week. I’ve been recovering from surgery and am happy to be back with your weekly look at what’s happening in the Florida Keys real estate market. This week’s update comes in two parts […]
Florida Keys Florida Keys Weather: Frost-Free, Fun, and a Little Feisty One of the biggest reasons people love the Florida Keys? The weather. It’s the stuff vacation dreams are made of. No Frost Allowed Here’s a fun fact: the Keys are the only frost-free spot in the continental U.S. That means no scraping ice off windshields, no frozen toes, and no dead tropical plants. Your flip-flops […]
Community Spotlight The 10 Most Prestigious Homes in Key West When you think of Key West, you probably picture turquoise waters, swaying palms, and historic cottages. But tucked into this island paradise are some of the most prestigious single-family homes in the Florida Keys. These properties aren’t just houses—they’re retreats, status symbols, and income-generating investments rolled into one. If you’ve ever wondered what the top […]
Florida Keys Florida Keys Monday Market Update Another busy week in the Florida Keys real estate market! Whether you’re buying, selling, or just keeping an eye on the trends, last week’s numbers show the incredible variety of opportunities across our island communities. New Listings Fresh to the market, we saw homes and condos ranging from $393,900 for a Key West condo to […]
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