Joseph Santini's Real Estate Blog

Staging a property in any market is important but in a slow market it may very well be the deciding factor if the property is going to sell at all.  Staging can mean hiring a professional staging company and paying thousands of dollars to create the impression you want or it could just be going t...

With the summer season upon us here in Boca Raton many families are looking into activities and many will seek out some summer camp opportunities.  There is so much to do in the area that its not easy to choose with so many camps geared to many different interest.  Everything from surf camp to na...

Even in slow markets the one thing you can count on is that every property sells. There is no exception to this. Even if it takes longer than you would like, you can be sure your property will sell if you use a good Realtor and you do everything your supposed to do. The most important thing you m...

As we head into the real estate off-season here in Boca Raton, Florida many serious buyers are showing up looking to purchase great properties at great prices.  Its a great time of year because its the time we deal with serious buyers who have been watching the market and planning a purchase.  Se...

Insurance companies sure do have it made.  They get to charge what they want and when a customer makes a claim they try everything they can to pay as least as possible than they either raise the customers rates or they cancel their policy.  What a great business to be in!  This is the only busine...

Memorial Day is another great time to be in Boca Raton and South Florida.  There are so many things to do this weekend its hard to make a choice. Lets not forget the meaning behind Memorial Day which is to honor all the men and women who have died while serving their country.  Memorial Day was or...

The government continues to try to get housing back on track with the passing of the "Helping Families Save Their Homes Act."  This bill is designed to make it easier for homeowners to modify or refinance their mortgages and stay in their homes so the number of foreclosures is reduced.  Foreclosu...

One of the nicest beaches in Boca Raton, Florida is South Beach Park located right at the end of Palmetto Park Rd.  This beach is very popular and has a nice gazebo you can sit under to take a good look at the beautiful blue Atlantic Ocean. Its in a great part of town just up the road from the Bo...

First time home buyers should really take a good look at all the advantages of buying a home at this time.  With low interest rates and lots of homes in all price ranges to choose from, people who are on the fence or renting should really consider getting into the market. This is the perfect time...

The rainfall we have been getting is great and hopefully it will continue. Below are the watering guidlines for Boca Raton and Palm Beach County. Be sure to set your timers accordingly. All Property Sizes Landscape irrigation for all property types and sizes is allowed two days a week. Odd number...